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Georgia Music Gamers Podcast

Georgia Music Gamers Podcast

By Georgia Music Gamers Podcast

A podcast that covers the history, events, and lives of music and rhythm gamers in Georgia and the greater Atlanta area. We record and upload shows from our discord channel.

The video segments are recorded to Youtube and placed on a playlist. If you want to see chat and shared images, follow the YouTube channel.

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Ep. 14.5 - Open Discussion - 08/08/2018

Georgia Music Gamers PodcastAug 09, 2018

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Ep #24 - THOMAS HOWARD INTERVIEW - 09/21/2019

Ep #24 - THOMAS HOWARD INTERVIEW - 09/21/2019

In this monumental episode, we interview one of Bemani’s most extensive contributing musical artists, Thomas Howard Lichtenstein! 

We learn about his rich history in producing music, many details about Konami employees he has worked with in the past, and quite possibly a few earth-shattering revelations along the way!  Check out the Georgia Music Gamers Podcast Youtube playlist for a Video Recording of this interview!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g2eVNzSBWfo

[Please note we had slight audio problems until 14min 20sec due to connection issues. Thanks for understanding!]  

* Please check out Thomas’ newest album release, created after two long years of effort.  

Decades by Thomas Howard Lichtenstein https://thecaptainthl.hearnow.com/  

* Please check out “Stratosphere,” Thomas’ collaboration with Konami alum Toshio Sakurai a.k.a. TAS Project,  as mentioned in the interview.

https://soundcloud.com/tasproject  

* Please check out Thomas’ previous album release, as featured in this interview. 

Butterfly by Thomas Howard Lichtenstein

 https://thomashowardlichtenstein.hearnow.com/butterfly  

* Please read out Thomas’ re-release novel about Unicorns (yes, you read correctly), which took him five years to write:  

The Seven Kingdoms: Tales Of Unicorns (Future Kingdoms)  

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B089CQVFRD?ref_=pe_3052080_397514860&fbclid=IwAR335D-DjKYFGeB15dq_1BKbu-rtzHqo3pbrno9Y5g_BwJHOrB7rZ8PEjQc

Jun 16, 202002:35:28
Ep #23 - BRAD HOLMES INTERVIEW - 08/31/2019

Ep #23 - BRAD HOLMES INTERVIEW - 08/31/2019

In this incredibly special episode, we interview the prolific Brad Holmes of Konami music game fame! We learn about the production of the tunes he's provided to Bemani games over the years, as well as some surprising information you can't find anywhere else! His history might surprise you! (And yes, we talk about Crash! from DDR).

Youtube Link: https://youtu.be/RMjzhZhJfFg

If you want to join the Discord, leave a comment on the Youtube video for an invite! Rated T for some language and commonly used four-letter words. 

Theme Song: Move on (Original mix) - François F.

Typical Schedule is announced once a week in the Georgia Music Gamers Discord!

Sep 06, 201901:16:56
Episode 22 - "E3 2019 Discussion" - 06/15/2019

Episode 22 - "E3 2019 Discussion" - 06/15/2019

 In this episode, we discuss as a group all of the major conferences during this years E3. We discuss hot takes and the games that captured our attention and imagination this year. We get into some spicy discourse at the end!

If you want to join the Discord, leave a comment on the Youtube video for an invite! Rated T for some language and commonly used four-letter words. 

Theme Song: Move on (Original mix) - François F.

Typical Schedule is announced once a week in the Georgia Music Gamers Discord! 

Jul 02, 201901:17:30
Episode 21 - "Momocon 2019 Recap + Ahegao-Con" - 05/30/2019

Episode 21 - "Momocon 2019 Recap + Ahegao-Con" - 05/30/2019

In this episode, we discuss what happened during Momocon 2019 from the point of view of the Georgia gamers, the overwhelming amount of Ahegao hoodies and all the other stuff that occurred during the convention. 

If you want to join the Discord, leave a comment on the Youtube video for an invite! Rated T for some language and commonly used four-letter words. 

Theme Song: Move on (Original mix) - François F.

Typical Schedule is announced once a week in the Georgia Music Gamers Discord! 

Jun 01, 201901:14:33
Episode 20 - "Atlanta's Food Tier List" - 05/03/2019

Episode 20 - "Atlanta's Food Tier List" - 05/03/2019

 In this episode, we welcome everyone back to the podcast after ANOTHER long hiatus. We discuss Wendy's and their Spicy Chicken Nuggets, and rank some of the best restaurants in the Atlanta/South East region.  The top restaurant MAY or MAY NOT surprise you!

If you want to join the Discord, leave a comment on the Youtube video for an invite! Rated T for some language and commonly used four-letter words. 

Theme Song: Move on (Original mix) - François F.

Typical Schedule is announced once a week in the Georgia Music Gamers Discord! 

May 10, 201901:22:44
Episode 19 - "EAT SPORTS" - 01/03/2019

Episode 19 - "EAT SPORTS" - 01/03/2019

In this episode, welcome everyone back to the podcast after a long hiatus. We discuss even more upcoming Bemani events, The Big Deal, RAJ, KAC, and food places to eat in the ATLANTA area.

If you want to join the Discord, leave a comment on the Youtube video for an invite! Rated T for some language and commonly used four-letter words.

Theme Song: Move on (Original mix) - François F.

Typical Schedule is announced once a week in the Georgia Music Gamers Discord! 

Jan 04, 201901:04:59
Ep #18 - And we're back! - 11/29/2018

Ep #18 - And we're back! - 11/29/2018

In this episode, welcome everyone back to the podcast after a long hiatus. We discuss Bemani events, KAC, IIDX rootage, and other music game items.

If you want to join the Discord, leave a comment on the Youtube video for an invite! Rated T for some language and commonly used four-letter words.

Theme Song: Move on (Original mix) - François F.

Typical Schedule is announced once a week in the Georgia Music Gamers Discord!
Nov 30, 201858:22
Ep. 17 - Dance Dance Revolution 20th Anniv. - 09/27/2018
Sep 28, 201801:10:30
Episode 15 - BK Foot Lettuce - Bonus Episode

Episode 15 - BK Foot Lettuce - Bonus Episode

An episode that we lost due to recording shenanigans. I decided to upload what I was able to salvage instead of not uploading anything at all. This upload is now considered a "Bonus" Episode. If you're interested, the entire video recording still exists on the Youtube page... but, you can find that one yourself :)
Sep 07, 201814:29
Ep. 16 - What games are you playing?? - 09/06/2018

Ep. 16 - What games are you playing?? - 09/06/2018

In this episode, we discuss tournaments that are coming up, we have a return to Wert's dream theater, and we discuss the games we're playing right now!

Check out kelsi's artwork!
twitter.com/kelsidraws or www.instagram.com/kelsiscribbles/

Link to the Gitadora Discord for the Online Tournament:
discord.gg/M7qCJzB

If you want to join the Discord, leave a comment on the Youtube video for an invite! www.youtube.com/watch?v=3gMmfzPbp8Q Rated T for some language and commonly used four-letter words.

Theme Song: Move on (Original mix) - François F.

Typical Schedule is EVERY WEDNESDAY or THURSDAY @ 9pm EST in Georgia Music Gamers Discord!
Sep 07, 201801:13:08
Ep. 14.5 - Open Discussion - 08/08/2018

Ep. 14.5 - Open Discussion - 08/08/2018

In this episode, the crowd is here to talk about whatever is on our minds! No real topic, discuss whatever is on your mind! Next week will be a no show (out of town), so we'll be back the following week of the 22nd.

If you want to join the Discord, leave a comment on the Youtube video for an invite! Rated T for some language and commonly used four-letter words.

Theme Song: Move on (Original mix) - François F.

Typical Schedule is EVERY WEDNESDAY or THURSDAY @ 9pm EST in Georgia Music Gamers Discord!
Aug 09, 201801:07:51
Ep. 14 - Bemani Anniversaries - 07/26/2018
Jul 27, 201801:13:55
Ep. 13 - "Hey Man, What Song Should I Play?"- 07/19/2018

Ep. 13 - "Hey Man, What Song Should I Play?"- 07/19/2018

If someone was to ask you for a recommendation of a song to play on a music game, what would you tell them to play?

That's the topic of today's show! All of us will recommend songs to play on our favorite games! Listen in, you may learn something new!

Rated T for some language and commonly used four-letter words.

Theme Song: Move on (Original mix) - François F.

Typical Schedule is EVERY WEDNESDAY or THURSDAY @ 9pm EST in Georgia Music Gamers Discord!
Jul 20, 201801:01:43
 Ep. 12 - Life in Japan - with Penguinman PT. 2 - 07/11/2018

Ep. 12 - Life in Japan - with Penguinman PT. 2 - 07/11/2018

The group will be discussing Japan with Georgia Native, Nathan Garcia (Penguinman, NFORZA) & we'll be covering topics on life, love and music games. Rated T for some language and commonly used four-letter words. Topics of Discussion in this Podcast are: 1) Where are you originally from? 2) What is your history with the GA music game community Talk about games he played, favorite bemani game, talk about active years, talk about friends he hung out with! 3) Any favorite events you went to in the past? What college/career decision made you decide to go to Japan? How were you first years, any friends you made, whats it like to live there and job prospects and history 4) Discussion about Silk Road (MANAGING A BUSINESS IN DOUJIN STUFF) 5) Life in Japan!! 6) MEETING BEMANI ARTISTS AND OTHER FUN STORIES
Jul 12, 201801:03:23
Ep. 11 - Life in Japan - with Discoman PT. 1 - 07/05/2018

Ep. 11 - Life in Japan - with Discoman PT. 1 - 07/05/2018

The group will be discussing Japan with Georgia Native, John Matthews (Discoman / JonJonJapon) & we'll be covering topics on life, love and music games. Rated T for some language and commonly used four-letter words. Topics of Discussion in this Podcast are: 1) Where are you originally from? 2) What is your history with the GA music game community Talk about games he played, favorite bemani game, talk about active years, talk about friends he hung out with, talk about Tournament Scene and who he ran it with, and discuss the Free style fanaticism that used to permeate the ddr community 3) Any favorite events you went to in the past? What college/career decision made you decide to go to Japan? How were you first years, any friends you made, whats it like to live there and job prospects and history 4) Discussion of things doing for fun! 5) Life in Japan!!
Jul 06, 201801:05:39
Ep. 10 - Arcade Horror Stories - 06/28/2018
Jul 01, 201801:09:24
Ep. 9 - DDR STORM @ CEO - 06/20/2018

Ep. 9 - DDR STORM @ CEO - 06/20/2018

The group will be discussing DDR Storm 2018 happening next week at Daytona Beach Florida! Go visit, its gonna be awesome!
Rated T for some language and commonly used four-letter words.

Theme Song: Move on (Original mix) - François F.

Typical Schedule is now EVERY WEDNESDAY @ 9pm EST in Georgia Music Gamers Discord!

Topics of Discussion in this Podcast are:
1) Intro
2) Tournaments at CEO
3) DDR Extreme Pro
4) Pump it Up
5) ITG
6) Other events
Jun 21, 201801:01:50
Ep. 8 - E3 2018 Discussion - 06/13/2018
Jun 14, 201801:06:35
Another announcement!

Another announcement!

No new show this week because it's Momocon! Follow the YouTube channel if you want to watch a digest video after the convention ends. We'll be back on podcast schedule by next week!
May 25, 201802:47
Ep. 7 - Momocon Discussion - 05/17/2018

Ep. 7 - Momocon Discussion - 05/17/2018

Convention Time! The Georgia Music Gamer's talk about Momocon 2018! The participants will discuss the convention, a slight history, some events going on including tournaments as well as funny stories from years past.

If you want to join the Discord, leave a comment on the Youtube video for an invite!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=lEK15RemiiM

Rated T for some language and commonly used four-letter words.

Theme Song: Move on (Original mix) - François F.

Typical Schedule is now EVERY THURSDAY @ 9pm EST in Georgia Music Gamers Discord!

Topics of Discussion in this Podcast are:
1) Intro
2) New things Tokyo Attack are bringing to MomoCon
3) Semi-official Sound Voltex tournament for the first time ever in Georgia
4) DDR and PIU tournaments
5) If you liked Dance Evolution Arcade and love waking up early in the morning on Saturday...
6) Meet basically everyone from this chat for a group photo
May 18, 201801:00:18
Ep. 6 - DEFEND YOUR GAME - 05/13/2018
May 15, 201801:12:50
Special Announcement!!!

Special Announcement!!!

We are not going to record a new episode tonight! Catch us next week live in the Discord at 9pm on Wednesday, May 9th, or listen to our recorded show in the days to follow!!
May 02, 201801:34
Ep. 1 - Pump it Up Talk - 03/28/2018
Apr 28, 201859:08
Ep. 5 - Beatmania IIDX Discussion - 04/26/2018
Apr 28, 201801:45:57
Ep. 4 - Interview w/ Justin Torres - 04/19/2018
Apr 28, 201801:38:56
Ep. 3 - Interview w/ DM Ashura - 04/11/2018
Apr 28, 201801:00:07
Ep. 2 - GApan Discussion - 04/04/2018
Apr 28, 201801:51:04
Episode #0

Episode #0

Welcome to our inaugural episode! Please forgive the technical difficulties as we were testing audio settings!
(This episode is only uploaded for posterity!)
Listen to various members of the Georgia Music Gamers discord talk about various topics relating to music games, life, and love.

Rated T for some language and commonly used four-letter words.
Apr 28, 201852:07