arrangers: []
barcode: '198001496714'
catalog: GGC-4
categories:
- Game-adjacent
category: Game-adjacent
classification: Vocal, Original Work
composers:
- link: artist/57829
  names:
    en: Dionté George
- link: artist/52603
  names:
    en: Felix Arifin
- link: artist/44454
  names:
    en: Rahul Vanamali
- names:
    en: Erica Wong Ping Lun
- link: artist/45184
  names:
    en: Audio Mocha
- link: artist/17445
  names:
    en: Ro Panuganti
- link: artist/77642
  names:
    en: FirahFabe
- names:
    en: Steph Nguyen
- names:
    en: Epic Game Music
- link: artist/31534
  names:
    en: Troisnyx
- names:
    en: BeanBops
covers:
- full: https://media.vgm.io/albums/94/143449/143449-32b83736c2df.jpg
  medium: https://media.vgm.io/albums/94/143449/143449-32b83736c2df.jpg
  name: Front
  thumb: https://media.vgm.io/albums/94/143449/143449-32b83736c2df.jpg
discs:
- disc_length: '32:46'
  name: ''
  tracks:
  - names:
      English: Bits and Pieces
    track_length: '4:26'
  - names:
      English: Cintaku Asli (My Love is Real)
    track_length: '2:13'
  - names:
      English: 5-3
    track_length: '3:42'
  - names:
      English: Coral's Theme
    track_length: '1:25'
  - names:
      English: El Paisa Y Su Bicicleta
    track_length: '1:43'
  - names:
      English: Heaven Knows
    track_length: '3:42'
  - names:
      English: Flower of the Dawn
    track_length: '3:36'
  - names:
      English: They Finally Found Us
    track_length: '4:05'
  - names:
      English: The Drummer's Prayer
    track_length: '4:55'
  - names:
      English: Memoir of Myself
    track_length: '2:59'
link: album/143449
lyricists: []
media_format: Digital
meta:
  added_date: 2024-10-13T10:35
  edited_date: 2024-10-16T16:19
  fetched_date: 2026-06-06T00:59
  ttl: 86400
  visitors: 295
name: 'Select Adventure: A Celebration of Identity'
names:
  en: 'Select Adventure: A Celebration of Identity'
  ja: 'Select Adventure: A Celebration of Identity'
  ja-latn: 'Select Adventure: A Celebration of Identity'
notes: 'Select Adventure: A Celebration of Identity brings together some of the finest
  BIPOC artists in the VGM community. Each track reveals a different story, and that
  journey is also reflected in the artwork, designed by Troisnyx. Despite the staggering
  variety of sounds on display from cumbia to prog rock, veteran mastering engineer
  James C. Hoffman ensures a cohesive listening experience. What''s more, all proceeds
  from the album will go to Pixelles for BIPOC workshop leaders and coordinators for
  their monthly online workshops. Pixelles is a non-profit initiative committed to
  helping more people make and change games. They''re based in Montreal and have already
  succeeded in building a supportive community of game creators, both hobbyist and
  professional.

  Album producer Rahul Vanamali had this to say:

  "With Select Adventure, we take a dive into the cultures and experiences that have
  shaped the identities - both musical and otherwise - of these BIPOC VGM artists
  today. The nature of the tracks varies widely, but running through each one is a
  powerful and personal story, and we''re excited to have you experience the musical
  tales we have to tell. We''re also very pleased that any sales of this music will
  be directly benefitting an organization that actively uplifts marginalized groups,
  so we appreciate your support!"

  Only one question remains: which adventure will you select today?

  ADDITIONAL LINKS

  GameGrooves: https://www.gamegrooves.com/

  Pixelles: https://pixelles.ca/

  Dionté George: Composer, Performer, Producer

  Felix Arifin: Composer, Performer, Producer

  Rahul Vanamali: Composer, Performer, Producer

  Legendav: Performer

  Erica Wong Ping Lun: Composer, Performer, Producer

  Audio Mocha: Composer, Performer, Producer

  Ro Panuganti: Writer-Composer, Performer, Producer

  FirahFabe: Composer, Performer, Producer

  Steph Nguyen: Composer, Performer, Producer

  Epic Game Music: Composer, Performer, Producer

  Troisnyx: Writer-Composer, Performer, Producer

  Jason Beardsworth: Performer

  Greg Slater: Performer

  L.D. Worton: Producer

  BeanBops: Composer, Performer, Producer

  Album art by Troisnyx

  Album mastering by James C. Hoffman

  Producer: Allen Brasch

  Executive Producer: Rahul Vanamali

  -Track 1-

  Dionté George: Composer, Performer, Producer

  Ever since I was younger, I have been someone who tried to figure out how things
  worked and connect the dots with what I had. This became more apparent when I started
  doing more creative outlets like music, photography, video editing, and even writing.
  When I first started writing for this album, I created two characters (who happened
  to be the title of this track) to represent me and my fascination with piecing things
  together. Bits being the one who takes something at face value and deconstructs
  it for Pieces who take those parts and creates something new. For this track, I
  utilize the styles and concepts of music that helped shape me (Black American Music,
  Ambiance, Polyrhythms, and some sci-fi/ early PC noises) and string them together
  to help convey the theme a little more.

  -Track 2-

  Felix Arifin: Composer, Performer, Producer

  I’ve always wanted an excuse to combine my love of lo-fi hip hop, representing my
  country of origin, Indonesia, and my ultimate dream of writing music for a romantic
  visual novel. Thankfully, I was offered a chance for this project! I came up with
  something cute, sensual, and endearing for an Indonesian character you might meet
  in a VN.

  As a composer who grew up in Indonesia and moved to Canada, I’ve always strived
  to bring a piece of my musical culture whenever I composed. Being displaced from
  Indonesia since I was young means that I still have a lot of learning to do when
  it comes to Indonesian music and its cultural legacy, but I think that being able
  to incorporate pieces of it into my musical language and tapestry is an excellent
  way for me to understand myself, my place, and my identity in the musical world
  at large!

  -Track 3-

  Rahul Vanamali: Composer, Performer, Producer

  I’ve recently gotten extremely fond of what I call a “prog percussion” ensemble
  (frequently quartet)—two marimbas (one of which plays the bass part), a vibraphone,
  and a drum set. It’s quite a unique sound that isn’t heard too often, and I knew
  I wanted to use the same combination of instruments on this album, although I ended
  up replacing the bass marimba part with a bass guitar (played by Legendav) for the
  additional bassy crunch

  The track is essentially a combination of many musical ideas that I found extremely
  interesting to listen to (and to play), that I may expand upon further down the
  line. These ideas include additive phrases found in my favourite progressive rock
  and jazz music and my fascination with numbers, as well as minimalistic and repetitive
  phrases inspired by contemporary chamber percussion, with video game music-influenced
  licks and harmonic movements!

  -Track 4-

  Erica Wong Ping Lun: Composer, Performer, Producer

  Being half Chinese-Mauritian and half Canadian with a European background, I often
  consider my identity as where I am most comfortable. Mauritius is known for their
  beaches, and these are one of my favourite places to be. I often draw inspiration
  for melodies and other creative ideas when relaxing there.

  As such, “Coral’s Theme”’s mood is a nod to Mauritian beaches. To encapsulate my
  Chinese heritage, the melody only consists of five notes, creating a pentatonic
  scale that is often associated with Chinese music. To represent my Canadian and
  European heritage, I recorded the main melody on flute. This is also my main instrument
  and thus is a big part of who I am.

  -Track 5-

  Audio Mocha: Composer, Performer, Producer

  I knew that I wanted to make a cumbia track the moment I joined the album. I’m more
  commonly known as a surf rock kind of guy, but I knew I wanted to make a song that
  would convey what I hear during the holidays when I’m with family. In particular,
  I knew that I wanted to make something that was inspired by Afrosound.

  Afrosound was a group that formed in the early 70s whose music has become a staple
  at Colombian Christmas parties. Tracks like “El Pesebre”, which conveys that Christmas
  imagery in its music video, are common in playlists during the holidays. As long
  as I’ve been alive, I’ve been exposed to their music and have grown to enjoy it
  more and become appreciative of it as I’ve gotten older and have been away from
  home. If you listen to that track, as well as others of theirs like “La Danza De
  Los Mirlos”, you can clearly hear that it shares elements with surf rock, such as
  the amount of twang on the electric guitar and the use of tremolo picking. In a
  way, I didn’t stray far at all from my surf rock, but rather, a big chunk of my
  guitar playing influences come from cumbia, whether it is subconscious or on purpose.

  These are the big reasons why I went with cumbia—it lets me express both who I am
  as a musician nowadays as well as pay tribute to my roots. As for the title, “El
  Paisa Y Su Bicicleta”, I was born in Medellin, which is part of the department of
  Antioquia in Colombia (think of it like a state) and most of us born there are Paisas.
  Those who know me know that bicycling is a huge part of my life, both for transportation
  as well as recreation, and cycling is a huge part of the culture in my home (I’m
  not the only cycling guitar player in the family after all). This is why, in English,
  the title would read “The Paisa And His Bicycle”.

  -Track 6-

  Ro Panuganti: Writer-Composer, Performer, Producer

  Heaven Knows is a hybrid love song and illustration of the immigrant experience,
  told through a more optimistic perspective of a 2nd-generation immigrant. The same
  love and adoration for adventure and appreciation for acceptance one may feel for
  a person, also comes from the excitement of entering a new country. Musically, it
  sits as a ballad, mixing expression and passion with rock and acoustic-rock elements.
  The incorporation of Eastern/Indian-inspired leadwork and slightly unconventional
  (to Western standards) chord changes laid with blues-based rock arranging also works
  to represent the feeling of having multiple cultural identities much as an immigrant
  experience.

  Oh give me one last ride, I''ve made it this far

  Her eyes they echo into the night, they speak into my flight

  And watching out ahead, the breeze it calls me,

  Though many say that, a fool believes but this fool believes in you

  Heaven knows what I''m here for,

  I''m not sure what she sees in me but she let''s me be myself,

  I doubt that I''m the first, we''ve made it this far,

  The sweet allure of the freeing spirits, I long to cheer it now,

  But will I make it, I wandered somewhere new,

  My heart can''t take it, but breathing in this summer air will do.

  Heaven knows what I''m here for,

  I''m not sure what she sees in me but I know that I want more.

  -Track 7-

  FirahFabe: Composer, Performer, Producer

  Steph Nguyen: Composer, Performer, Producer

  The lotus flower, also known as “flower of the dawn,” symbolizes purity, commitment,
  and optimism. The lotus emerges from the dark muddy waters to bloom above the surface.
  As it rises above the darkness, it is cleansed by the water, revealing its true
  strength and beauty. The lotus symbolizes the national flower of Vietnam and the
  resilience of its people.

  Dawn represents the start of the fiery sunrise, as it prepares for revolt. The sunrise
  at dawn is a reflection of the sun on the Filipino flag, symbolizing liberty and
  unity. The rays from the sunlight represent the Filipino provinces that retaliated
  against the Spanish.

  The lotus flower and sun together represent the strength and resilience of the Vietnamese
  and Filipino people rising above adversity.

  -Track 8-

  Epic Game Music: Composer, Performer, Producer

  As an Indigenous person of Canada, I''ve spent a lot of time thinking about the
  horrific discoveries of the remains of Indigenous children unearthed at government-sanctioned  residential
  schools. This song tells the story of their waiting spirits beckoning for their
  remains to be found, so that ultimately the world can know the truth and finally
  set them free.

  -Track 9-

  Troisnyx: Writer-Composer, Performer, Producer

  Jason Beardsworth: Bass guitar

  Greg Slater: Guitar

  L.D. Worton: Additional Production

  This is a song I hold close to my heart, because it entails prayer, rhythm, and
  positivity—things that I have always cherished. I grew up in a repressive family
  who did not see me for who I am and what I want to be. My passions and viewpoints
  were not respected, and I was abused at every turn for even the slightest infraction,
  including for wanting to play drums. I was to learn “feminine” instruments according
  to my parents—instruments that didn’t require me to spread my legs. I was desperate
  to learn the drums, as the rhythm beckoned to me ever since I was three years old.
  The fact that I am playing all the drum and percussion parts in this piece, and
  the fact that this piece is called “The Drummer’s Prayer,” show that I am, at least
  for now, in a safe harbour away from my family and from other abuses of the country
  of my birth, free to express myself in the way I feel most called to do.

  When my parents were away, I would take advantage of their absence and beat the
  rhythm on pillows or other objects that I could find. The rhythm became a language
  of love and a means of communion with my Maker; at least, that’s how I would begin
  to perceive it. Over the years, the rhythm began to signify love, comfort, consolation,
  faith, defiance, and hope. These beautiful things were imbued into my rhythms as
  I continued to fuel my interest by playing various hand drums I had acquired over
  the last nine years through the help of my fiancé and friends. This positivity and
  passion have deepened within me, and have come to define me and my outlook. Now,
  I feel like I can express glimpses of it through my songs, especially this one.
  The driving drums, the unhinged chanting, the ringing of the tambourines—all of
  these are my expression of unbridled joy at finally being able to express the feelings
  behind a prayer that I once hid away.

  Lord,

  the sun is gone,

  the night is here at last.

  All my thoughts are gone,

  but I am here at last.

  Lord,

  tonight is yours,

  this heart is yours,

  this song is yours.

  Wake! O heart of stone,

  for I can feel him near!

  Wake! O melody

  that all the world will hear!

  Lord,

  tonight is yours,

  this heart is yours,

  this song is yours.

  REFRAIN

  Stand by and watch me,

  stars above me,

  trees around me,

  wind beneath me!

  Stand by and watch me,

  hearts around me,

  hearts from far away

  beating with me!

  Lord,

  the night is dark,

  but I can feel you near.

  My eyes can''t see your face,

  but I still know you''re here.

  Take my beating heart,

  my beating drum,

  for I am yours!

  -Track 10-

  BeanBops: Composer, Performer, Producer

  “Memoir for Myself” showcases musical parts that metaphorically tell a theme of
  simplicity and learning. As a 2nd generation Vietnamese individual living in the
  US, I always wanted to learn the instruments from my country. The Erhu is a staple
  to Vietnamese folk music, so I wanted to learn how Vietnamese music is made and
  how to play it; however, it''s a tough instrument to start. It took me years to
  learn, and lots of YouTube tutorials, but I realize that learning the basics is
  necessary. This song shows that you can create beautiful songs with the basics of
  instrument usage as long as you’re doing it with pride, confidence, and dedication
  to the culture of the instrument. This overall theme defines my identity as someone
  who cares for their culture even if they weren’t initially from there. You can still
  showcase your culture even if you haven''t learned or experienced the cultural item.'
organizations:
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  names:
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  role: publisher
performers:
- link: artist/57829
  names:
    en: Dionté George
- link: artist/52603
  names:
    en: Felix Arifin
- link: artist/44454
  names:
    en: Rahul Vanamali
- link: artist/28099
  names:
    en: Legendav
- names:
    en: Erica Wong Ping Lun
- link: artist/45184
  names:
    en: Audio Mocha
- link: artist/17445
  names:
    en: Ro Panuganti
- link: artist/77642
  names:
    en: FirahFabe
- names:
    en: Steph Nguyen
- names:
    en: Epic Game Music
- link: artist/31534
  names:
    en: Troisnyx
- names:
    en: Jason Beardsworth
- names:
    en: Greg Slater
- names:
    en: L.D. Worton
- names:
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related: []
release_date: '2021-10-15'
release_events: []
release_price:
  currency: USD
  price: 10.0
reprints: []
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votes: 0
