444: Yoko Shimomura: The Music of Street Fighter II & Kingdom Hearts - The Retro Hour EP444

This week, we’re honoured to be joined by the legendary Japanese composer Yoko Shimomura, the musical genius behind some of the most iconic video game soundtracks of all time including Street Fighter II, and the enchanting melodies of Kingdom Hearts.  We explore her incredible career and the creative process behind these timeless scores.  Recorded live at RetroMessa in Norway. 



Contents:



00:00 - The Week's Retro News Stories 

42:31 - Yoko Shimomura Interview



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Show notes:



The Spectrum: https://tinyurl.com/y97brnzv

Sonic CD ported to Mega Drive:    • MD-SONIC @ SHC2024 Trailer [Please re...  

Computer Café archived: https://tinyurl.com/2p8sxrzj

King's Quest VI demake: https://tinyurl.com/yc3p4hkk

Retro-Bit Sega Saturn fighting stick: https://tinyurl.com/3s9483bw