Top Picks - FamilyJules
For this article, FamilyJules picked a few of his favorite video game covers for me to share. These five covers represent the evolution of his sound and the video game music community as a whole, and I’m honored to share my thoughts on each of these videos.
Lacey Johnson Steals the Show in this Rocket League Medley
Lacey Johnson has been on fire lately, collaborating with some of the finest names in VGM. This time, she’s put her vocal skills to the test with a Rocket League medley (arranged by Ubaldo B) that is one of the best covers I’ve heard in a long time.
RichaadEB Covers MEGALOVANIA...Again
Depending on how you count, this is the third or fourth MEGALOVANIA cover from RichaadEB, and it’s utterly brilliant.
Insaneintherainmusic Interview: Making a Medley
I always thought that a medley was a collection of songs, but now I realize that a medley can transform tracks into something greater than the sum of their parts. In the hands of an expert, a medley is a narrative that guides a listener through a satisfying emotional journey.
Rachel E.S. Interview: Less Is More
If you’ve watched a video game cover within the past few years, chances are you’ve come across Rachel E.S. She has worked with artists like RichaadEB, Crush 40, FamilyJules, insaneintherainmusic, and many more.
Xnarky Interview: The King of Smooth Jazz VGM Spills His Secrets
I sit down (figuratively speaking) with Xnarky aka the King of Smooth Jazz VGM, to discuss his career with GameLark, the VGM community, and his unique headless guitar.