Canned Air #559 A Conversation with Composer Grant Kirkhope (Goldeneye 007, Donkey Kong 64, Perfect Dark, Banjo-Kazooie)

Our guest this week not only voiced Donkey Kong in Donkey Kong 64 and many other games, but he created the classic music for Goldeneye 007, Donkey Kong 64, Perfect Dark, Banjo-Kazooie, and many other memorable games! Award-winning composer and voice actor Grant Kirkhope stops by to share stories behind gaming classics like Banjo-Kazooie, the DK Rap from Donkey Kong 64, and even GoldenEye 64’s iconic music. From his early musical influences to his legendary work at Rare, Grant dives into the tunes that shaped childhoods and pop culture. He also spills secrets about his time working on Perfect Dark, Viva Pinata, and other gaming masterpieces, plus he shares experiences touring with rock icons like Eddie Van Halen and Bon Jovi. This episode is a must listen! GrantKirkhope.com Instagram: @GrantKirkhopeComposer CannedAirPodcast.com TikTok: @CannedAirPodcast Instagram: @Canned_Air If you’d like to show your support, you can either visit our Patreon page at Patreon.com/CannedAirPod or you can leave us a comment, like, and subscribe! Thanks for watching! #goldeneyen64 #goldeneye007 #nintendo #raregames #donkeykong #dkrap #perfectdark #banjokazooie #mario #podcast #video #vlog Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices