ZUNTATA doing a curated collection of Masaki's work across Taito properties is exactly the kind of deep cut I live for. This 2024 compilation pulls from Groove Coaster, Tetote Connect, Densha de Go Kids, and even Darius anniversary material.
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The live arrange of "Zawawa" from Groove Coaster goes absolutely feral with energy. Then you get the Tetote Connect tracks which are bubbly and colorful in that distinctly arcade way. But the real knockout is that Darius 30th anniversary speed metal arrange of "To Nari" which just rips.
The Densha de Go Kids stuff is charming in a completely different direction. Weather-based train driving themes? Wild concept. If you care about Taito's in-house sound team at all, this is essential listening.