Episode #4: Metal Gear Solid

Episode #6: ThunderCats (feat. TekForce)

In this electrifying episode of Score THIS, we enter Third Earth to explore the legendary music of ThunderCats. From heroic fanfares and synth-driven battle themes to the darker orchestral textures behind Mumm-Ra’s rise, we break down how the series created one of the most memorable cartoon soundtracks of the 1980s, composed by the legendary Bernard Hoffer. Joining the show is nerdcore rapper TekForce, who shares his love for the franchise, its influence on geek culture, and how its music still inspires artists today. Together, we revisit iconic moments, favorite cues, and the powerful sound that helped make ThunderCats, a timeless classic. Available on all streaming platforms.

Special Episode: Street Fighter Music Roundtable

In this special episode of Score THIS, The Street Fighter Music Roundtable, Malfred is joined by three special guests to dive deep into the legendary music of the Street Fighter franchise. Together, they each bring five selected tracks to the table, breaking down what makes them memorable, iconic, and essential to the series’ legacy. From arcade classics to hidden gems, expect passionate takes, deep musical discussion, and plenty of nostalgia for one of gaming’s greatest soundtracks. Editor's Note: This episode was recorded on 4/26/26. KiiiNG MZA's music: Music | KiiiNG MZA [https://kiiingmza.bandcamp.com/music]

Total Recall: Bonus Episode

This is just some bonus footage of stuff we recorded before and after the Total Recall episode. Enjoy our random talks about......whatever. 😁

Episode #5: Total Recall (1990)

In this episode of Score THIS, we dive into the explosive sci-fi classic Total Recall (1990). We break down Jerry Goldsmith’s legendary score—an intense mix of bold orchestral power and futuristic synth textures that perfectly captures the film’s mind-bending action and Martian atmosphere. From the massive brass of the Main Titles to the tension-filled chase cues, we explore how the music fuels the story of Douglas Quaid’s reality-shattering journey to Mars. So the real question is… is it memory, or is it real? Either way, the score is unforgettable. 🎧 Tune in and get your ass to Mars. Editors note: We recorded this episode last year in 2025, and some of our references are a bit outdated. But, we hope you enjoy the episode!

Episode #4: Metal Gear Solid

Beep... Beep... Beep... "Colonel, what is this audio file." "Snake, it's Score THIS!" "Score... THIS?" "It's a podcast about the scores that accompany our favorite films, TV shows and games." "What games? Is this a war game?" Beep... Beep... Beep... "No Snake, it's a podcast, it's how lots of intel will be learned in the future!" "Mei Ling, what are... Podcasts?" End transmission Welcome to our Metal Gear Solid episode, where we discuss the first game in the modern era of gaming's greatest stealth series ever created. We discuss our love of the score, our takes on iconic characters like Otacon, Psycho Mantis, Solid Snake, and others in the cast of weirdos that inhabit Hideo Kojima's espionage masterpiece. Editors note: We recorded this episode last year in 2025, and some of our references are a bit outdated. But, we hope you enjoy the episode!