Episode 99 The Musical History of Natsume (Part 1)

Published: March 15, 2023, 5 a.m.

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\\nIt\\u2019s Technostasy! Since 1987, Natsumi, a company created by ex-Konami employees, has been one of the best developers from the 8 and 16 bit eras of gaming. However, their history has been muddled by confusing ownership and history to the common fan. Today on XVGM Radio, Mike and Justin uncover the truth behind Natsume\\u2019s story in part 1 of a multi-part series on the history of Natsume\\u2019s company, games and most importantly, its sound. Hear about the beginnings of the developer and eventual self-publisher, which started out as Natsume Co. Ltd. From 1987 until 1995, the company was host to some of the best soundtracks available. We scratch the surface on these incredible, high energy tracks from the NES, Game Boy, Super NES\\u2026and even a PC Engine game?! A handful of legendary composers are spotlighted in this episode, as Mike gushes on his love for Natsume, Justin discusses metal arm replacement options, and the boys wrap up their first 99 episodes with an absolute BANGER of a closing track from none other than\\u2026.well, you\\u2019ll just have to hear it for yourself! This is a can\\u2019t miss episode before the XVGM Radio guys hit 100 episodes!
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\\nTRACK LISTING:
\\nIntro – Idol Hakkenden (FC – 1989) \\u201cTrack 20\\u201d Kiyohiro Sada, Tomoo Misato
\\n1 – Dungeon Magic: Sword of the Elements (NES – 1989) \\u201cTrack 8\\u201d Kiyohiro Sada
\\n2 – Dragon Fighter (NES – 1990) \\u201cThe Dragon Fighter\\u201d Iku Mizutani, Kouichi Yamanishi
\\n3 – Amazing Penguin (GB – 1990) \\u201cEnding\\u201d Iku Mizutani, Kouichi Yamanishi
\\n4 – Shatterhand (NES – 1991) \\u201cAreas E & F\\u201d Iku Mizutani
\\n5 – Toukon Club (FC – 1992) \\u201cDoll Masquerade\\u2019s Theme\\u201d Iku Mizutani
\\n6 – Power Blade 2 (NES – 1992) \\u201cStage 4\\u201d Kinuyo Yamashita
\\n7 – Patreon Request: Ryan Mcpherson – Zen Nihon Pro Wrestling (SFC – 1993) \\u201cStaff Roll\\u201d Iku Mizutani,Hiroyuki Iwatsuki, Kinuyo Yamashita
\\n8 – Jantei Monogatari 3: Saver Angels (PCE-CD – 1993) \\u201cBattle Scene (Charlotte)\\u201d Iku Mizutani
\\n9 – The Ninja Warriors (SNES – 1994) \\u201cBest Room\\u201d Hiroyuki Iwatsuki, N. Tate
\\n10 – Mighty Morphin\\u2019 Power Rangers (SNES – 1994) \\u201cCity\\u201d Ki...'