Uploaded December 2020 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
In this BONUS, I'm joined by Jay Tholen for an in-depth look at the music and audio of Hypnospace Outlaw.
An internet simulator set at the turn of the 21st century, Hypnospace Outlaw is one of my favourite games that I played in 2020. It's dripping in 90s nostalgia, and its keen sense of humour is colourful as you're invited into a faithful parody of online tropes from the time.
Most importantly for The Sound Test, the experience is utterly packed with original music. From MIDI-esque sample sets to entirely new genres, like Coolpunk, Hypnospace Outlaw never ceases to amaze with the sheer level of detail in its music. Through this podcast, you'll get more acquainted with The Chowder Man, jam out to some Klyfta and tap your toe to Redstryke - all while learning more about the lengths Jay Tholen went to in order to fill his game with musical life.
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#VGM #VideoGameMusic #HypnospaceOutlaw #Hypnospace
In this BONUS, I'm joined by Jay Tholen for an in-depth look at the music and audio of Hypnospace Outlaw.
An internet simulator set at the turn of the 21st century, Hypnospace Outlaw is one of my favourite games that I played in 2020. It's dripping in 90s nostalgia, and its keen sense of humour is colourful as you're invited into a faithful parody of online tropes from the time.
Most importantly for The Sound Test, the experience is utterly packed with original music. From MIDI-esque sample sets to entirely new genres, like Coolpunk, Hypnospace Outlaw never ceases to amaze with the sheer level of detail in its music. Through this podcast, you'll get more acquainted with The Chowder Man, jam out to some Klyfta and tap your toe to Redstryke - all while learning more about the lengths Jay Tholen went to in order to fill his game with musical life.
Lee Tyrrell on Twitter:
twitter.com/GreenT128
Jay Tholen on Twitter:
twitter.com/jaytholen
"The Sound Test" is also available through:
Audioboom
audioboom.com/channels/4966905
Spotify
open.spotify.com/show/0nt97mhg0PgE3pqUmDXmhC
iTunes
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sound-test/id1418674203?mt=2
Sticher
stitcher.com/podcast/the-sound-test?refid=stpr
and many more!
Pledge to patreon.com/_secretcave to help support The Sound Test's second season, and unlock backdated episodes of its LIVE version (and other content)!
#VGM #VideoGameMusic #HypnospaceOutlaw #Hypnospace

![The Batman - CHAPTER 2: The Bats Cave (w/Commentary) [1943]
The second chapter of a 15-part serial released in 1943.
As Linda Page continues to worry about her Uncle Martins disappearance, Batman & Robin follow a lead surrounding a man with a scar on his wrist. Meanwhile, Linda herself is snatched and Alfred gets meta.
This is Batmans live-action debut, and it was especially important for creating and popularising Alfred Pennyworth as we know him. Before this, he was more of a chubby cockney wideboy. Otherwise, its known for doing away with Batman & Robins vigilantism and casting them as government agents at the height of World War II. As such, the entire Batman serial from 1943 is as xenophobic as youd expect. But, theres more than enough intrigue here for a modern fan whos able to ignore some of the outdated attitudes on display.
Ill be live streaming a new Batman commentary every week until the serials completed. You can join me for them on this bat-channel at 8pm UK, Sundays.
CHAPTER 1: https://youtu.be/rNV57xCY46A
CHAPTER 3: https://youtu.be/6yOSw-CLBG8
MORE INFORMATION:
https://tinyurl.com/yxcjotd4
WITHOUT COMMENTARY:
https://archive.org/details/Batman1943Chapter01TheElectricalBrain/Batman+1943+Chapter+02+The+Bats+Cave.avi
Contact:
https://twitter.com/GreenT128
Patreon:
https://www.patreon.com/_secretcave The Batman - CHAPTER 2: The Bats Cave (w/Commentary) [1943]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/p5zHBe-SrIg/mqdefault.jpg)
![Ice Cold Homies [DJ DOUGGPOUND]
Ice Cold Homies by DJ Douggpound
Available free on Bandcamp as a part of Volume #1: Birth.
https://greentearooms.bandcamp.com/ Ice Cold Homies [DJ DOUGGPOUND]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/pqn9cMAR8k8/mqdefault.jpg)



![The Batman - CHAPTER 1: The Electrical Brain (w/Commentary) [1943]
The first chapter of a 15-part serial released in 1943.
Following the kidnapping of Linda Pages Uncle Martin, Batman and Robin start an investigation into his disappearance. But, taken by the gobsmackingly racist Dr. Daka for a nefarious ploy, will Uncle Martin join forces with his captors?
This is Batmans live-action debut, and it was especially important for creating and popularising Alfred Pennyworth as we know him. Before this, he was more of a chubby cockney wideboy. Otherwise, its known for doing away with Batman & Robins vigilantism and casting them as government agents at the height of World War II. As such, the entire Batman serial from 1943 is as xenophobic as youd expect. But, theres more than enough intrigue here for a modern fan whos able to ignore some of the outdated attitudes on display.
Ill be live streaming a new Batman commentary every week until the serials completed. You can join me for them on this bat-channel at 8pm UK, Sundays.
CHAPTER 2: https://youtu.be/p5zHBe-SrIg
CHAPTER 3: https://youtu.be/6yOSw-CLBG8
MORE INFORMATION:
https://tinyurl.com/yxcjotd4
WITHOUT COMMENTARY:
https://archive.org/details/Batman1943Chapter01TheElectricalBrain
Contact:
https://twitter.com/GreenT128
Patreon:
https://www.patreon.com/_secretcave The Batman - CHAPTER 1: The Electrical Brain (w/Commentary) [1943]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/rNV57xCY46A/mqdefault.jpg)

![Million Dollar Emperors [Instrumental Mini-Album]
HIGH-QUALITY DOWNLOAD:
https://greentearooms.bandcamp.com/album/million-dollar-emperors
A funky, dirty instrumental EP by legendary VGM composer, Steve Collett (aka Steve Rockett)!
1. Super Nashwan (0:00)
2. Reebop (2:45)
3. FunkTryk (5:51)
4. Dry n Juicy (8:40)
5. Cradlerocka (11:18)
6. Super Nashwan [Remix] (14:28)
7. Reebop [Remix] (15:31)
Many of these tracks were used as backing music in The Sound Tests Racing Special, an in-depth documentary podcast with Steve, Ian Livingstone and TDK:
https://audioboom.com/posts/7675236-st2-12-racing-special-w-steve-collett-ian-livingstone-and-tdk-composer-interview-podcast
All tracks composed and performed by Steve Collett. Million Dollar Emperors [Instrumental Mini-Album]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/syl7UfS9bMo/mqdefault.jpg)

