Just like last year, 2021 was challenging year for many, but hopefully these covers from the VGM community can spread some holiday cheer.

In celebration of Zelda month, I’ve asked five VGM artists to answer one important question—what makes Zelda music so special?

Qumu is a bit of an anomaly, even in the VGM community. Their style defies description and their identity is shrouded in mystery, but their music is undeniably engaging and their audience is growing.

With the release of Super Mario Maker 2, I thought now would be a perfect time to dive into the Super Mario franchise to find those few tracks which could use some extra love. Here are eight tracks that deserve your attention.