From the springy jump sound to the iconic Overworld Theme, the sound of Super Mario Bros. is instantly recognizable. With just five lo-fi audio channels and 40 kilobytes of space, composer Koji Kondo created a soundscape full of unforgettable melodies. In this episode, we explore how Kondo’s playful instincts, rhythmic trickery, and love of jazz fusion defined the sound of Mario. Featuring Kirk Hamilton of <a href="https://strongsongspodcast.com/">Strong Songs</a> and Thomas of <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@ThomasGameDocs">Thomas Game Docs</a>.

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