The Sound of Bemani

“The Sound of Bemani” is a wide-ranging playlist that pulls together highlights from the influential Bemani rhythm games and related artists. Featuring iconic names like NAOKI, DJ YOSHITAKA, kors k, and Tatsh, the tracklist touches on everything from orchestral remixes of arcade classics ("murmur twins - Orchestra Arr.") to high-energy Eurobeat anthems like "Monkey Dance '09 - Super Eurobeat Mix" by Y&Co. and Domino. The inclusion of songs from the Guilty Gear franchise, like “Smell of the Game,” and contributions from BeForU and Iconoclasm, adds depth to the blend of styles represented.

Genres drift between electronic, trance, rock, and J-pop, layered with orchestral arrangements and remixed favorites for a mix that feels like a tour through Japanese rhythm gaming history. Experimental additions like kobo's "Coffee & Cigarette" and tracks from Ben Franklin and King Trap add curveballs to the otherwise structured intensity typical of Bemani. It’s a playlist that spans multiple moods and game generations, with a steady pulse of nostalgia and high-energy soundscapes.