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Super Mario Bros. theme to enter Library of Congress.

  • Published In: Fortune.com, 2023. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Morris, Chris 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses the induction of the Super Mario Bros. theme, composed by Koji Kondo, into the National Recording Registry by the Library of Congress in 2023, marking a significant recognition of video game music. This theme, officially titled "Ground Theme," is noted as one of the most recognizable video game themes in history. Alongside Kondo's work, other notable recordings inducted this year include Madonna's "Like a Virgin," Mariah Carey's "All I Want For Christmas Is You," and John Denver's "Take Me Home, Country Roads." Kondo reflected on the innovative techniques he employed to create the music within the limitations of the technology available at the time. [Extracted from the article]

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  • Source:Fortune.com. 2023/04, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Sports and Leisure
  • Publication Date:2023
  • Accession Number:163110414
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