A_rival

A_Rival is an electronic hip-hop artist and producer from San Francisco, California, known for his unique "chip-hop" style that blends 8-bit video game sounds with raw electronic rap. He has made a significant mark in the gaming community, composing several soundtracks for Nokia's now-defunct gaming division and creating the title-screen music for Capcom's "Super Street Fighter II HD Remix" on Xbox Live. His remix of "Clamato Fever" gained substantial popularity on YouTube, further cementing his reputation within the video game and electronic music scenes. A_Rival is also known for his engaging live performances at major gaming expos such as MagFest, PAX, and E3, making him a standout figure at events that celebrate both gaming and electronic music culture.

Besides his solo work, A_Rival produces for the band Super Square and maintains a presence in the electronic music and gaming communities. His recent releases include the "Bugaboo Pocket (The Official Video Game Soundtrack)" and tracks like "Into the Fire," "Same Shit Different Night," and "Juri (From 'Street Fighter')," showcasing his ongoing commitment to merging video game-inspired sounds with modern electronic and hip-hop elements.

Genres

Experimental

Hip Hop

Electronic

Trap

Rap

Indie

Electro

Video Game Music

Chip Hop

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Latest Release

Bugaboo Pocket (The Official Video Game Soundtrack)

A_rival

Album - 13 Tracks - Released April 17, 2025