Why Mark Klem is One of Doom Modding’s Greatest Musicians

Описание: Mark Klem’s impact on the Doom Community music scene cannot be understated. A custom MIDI pioneer and driving force behind original WAD soundtracks in the 1990s, he crafted a style of composing that lent itself to a wide variety of genres, complete with a whole host of techniques that went on to influence countless composers in the decades to come. In this video, we delve into how Klem got into composing for WADs, why his music has remained so popular after 30+ years, and what he’s been up to since Doom.

CHAPTERS:
0:00 – Who is Mark Klem, and What Work Has He Done?
2:27 – Understanding Why His Music is So Prevalent
7:53 – Identifying Composition Techniques: Instrument Combinations
12:25 – Tempo Change Examples
14:24 – Key Change Examples
17:34 – References to Other Musical Works
19:02 – Non-Theory Reasons for Klem's Popularity
21:39 – Final Thoughts and Thanks!

Featured Music in Order of Appearance (All Written by Mark Klem):
"Strange Beginnings"
"Novaroid"
"Kard"
"Hidden Anger"
"Blemish"
"Anchor"
"Fear Eater"
"The Everlasting Negative"
"Gravestones"
"Retribute"
"Aries"
"Bones"
"Land of Able"
"Steed"
"Organic Gods"
"Scary 2"
"Under Death"
"Grave Town"
"Path of Destruction"
"Frivolous Encounter"
"Midnight Call"
"Dance of the Sugarplum Lunatic"
"Slipper"
"Disposition"
"Devil's Ground"
"Treasures in the Dark"
"Give In (With Pleasure)"

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