nobuo uematsu

Episode 418: Final Fantasy VI

In this episode, Karl & Will finally focus on one of the most beautiful video game soundtracks of all time: Final Fantasy VI! The guys discuss how Uematsu struck a perfect balance of memorable, timeless melodies and bold, exciting new musical influences. Enjoy!

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Final Fantasy VI - Nobuo Uematsu - Square - SNES - 1994
-Opening Theme (part 2)
-Locke
-Kefka
-Cyan
-The Phantom Forest
-Gau
-Awakening
-The Decisive Battle
-Celes
-Save Them!
-Coin Song
-Terra
-Forever Rachel!
-Aria de Mezzo Carattere
-Devil's Lab
-Relm
-The Fierce Battle
-Dancing Mad (part 5)
-Slam Shuffle

Episode 327: Final Fantasy 8 & 9

In this very exciting episode, Karl & Will present a dual spotlight on two incredible scores from a beloved series: Final Fantasy 8 & 9! The guys discuss the elements that Nobuo Uematsu brought to these scores to make them so captivating, eclectic and emotional. Enjoy!

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Final Fantasy VIII - Nobuo Uematsu - Square - Playstation - 1999
-Waltz for the Moon
-Liberi Fatali
-Balamb Garden
-Don't be Afraid
-Julia
-Succession of Witches
-The Castle
-The Successor
-Ending Theme (edit)
-My Mind
Final Fantasy IX - Nobuo Uematsu - Square - Playstation - 2000
-The Place I'll Return to Someday
-Memories Erased by a Storm
-Vamo' Alla Flamenco
-A Song From Her Memory  (mix with The Layers of Harmony)
-Esto Gaza
-Aboard the Hilda Garde
-Terra
-You Are Not Alone
-Behind the Door

Episode 183: Final Fantasy 4-6

This week, the guys conclude their 2-week Final Fantasy focus by exploring the 3 wonderful 16-bit scores to this series. This era sees Uematsu at arguably his creative peak. Enjoy this in-depth look at some of the most beloved SNES music ever composed.

Final Fantasy IV - Nobuo Uematsu - Square - Super NES - 1991
-Theme of Love
-Welcome to Our Town
-Fight!
-Rydia
-The Dreadful Fight
-Epilogue (Part 2)
Final Fantasy V - Nobuo Uematsu - Square - Super Famicom - 1992
-Ahead On Our Way
-Tenderness In the Air
-Reminiscence
-The Evil Lord Exdeath
-Battle with Gilgamesh
-Dear Friends
Final Fantasy VI - Nobuo Uematsu - Square - Super NES - 1994
-Awakening
-Shadow
-The Phantom Forest
-The Wedding Waltz-Duel (Part 1)
-Grand Finale (Part 2)
-Searching for Friends
-Dancing Mad (Part 1)
-Dancing Mad (Part 2)