"Super Bell Subway (Underground)" [Mario Kart 8] Jazz Cover // J-MUSIC Ensemble

Our cover of "Super Bell Subway (Underground)" from Mario Kart 8, originally composed by Atsuko Asahi/Koji Kondo. This arrangement by Patrick Bartley.
This is the last song from our session in NY, and man... it's probably the most fun we've ever had in one of these rooms over the years. We really went for it. There were some flubs, hiccups, whatever - but we decided to keep it RAW and unfiltered for you, because that's what the spirit of the music is, just like everything else we do. What you're left with is now an unmatched, irreplaceable energy on the tune that can't be simulated.
We've been actually waiting YEARS to pull this off, and once Khrys brought the idea of this song to our attention, we waited for the day we could finally bring it to life. Well, it's finally here. All the years of playing this game and getting frustrated at blue shells and lightning bolts finally paying off into this explosion of fun and fury. We hope you enjoy this cover! Thank you for waiting...
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@PatrickBartleyMusic - Alto Saxophone
Max Boiko - Trumpet
Khrys Williams - Synth
Sean Richey - Guitar
Matt Wong - Keys
@JunaSeritaMusic - Bass
Norman Edwards - Drums
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[@crash7800]

You know J-Music is S-tier when your favorite member changes every 30 seconds.

[@veganking4757]

Everyone gets a chance to shine. Love to see it

[@lxxwj]

the slap bass here is insanely consistent and in the pocket. i dont think non-bassists really understand how difficult this part is to play this well. insane respect for juna serita

[@duduschlup]

That's the comment I was looking for! Fantastic job!

[@Jackal_Blitz]

I didn't even recognize her! Certainly not in her *ahem* usual attire...

[@apixelatedcookie9770]

As always, the Drummer always looks like he's loving the beat.

[@lugnut59]

5:56 my man on the drums went 200cc mode

[@alphabae7512]

That bass guitar hit me like a semi when it first kicked in, that is INSANE!!

[@davidlancaster8152]

Juna Serita. Incredible multi- instrumentalist. Bass definitely her forte 🎉

[@QuaternaryClam]

literally went "YOOOO" when Norman leaned on the kit at 6:05. solos in this one were a ton of fun

[@johnnydaugherty11]

This man on the keys out her wearing a PS logo while playing Nintendo music. Savage.

[@Allplussomeminus]

1:02 my man in the background damn near bout to become a vibrating atom itself with all the vibes going on.

[@boostaroost]

amen brother imma join

[@EliTurp]

Norman killing it on the drums once again! Really good cover guys, love it! 🎶❤️

[@GieterHero]

Vibing so hard while still playing so tight, inspirational stuff

[@D3athlyV1sag3]

Norman makes going hard look like a walk in the park.

[@funkflash]

Thanks, Eli and everyone!!!! It was so fun rocking on this with J Music!!!

[@oli6362]

I feel like my ears walked across a highway. What the fuck was that energy

[@funkflash]

Thank you, everyone, for your comments, views, and vibes ✨️! It is always a blast rocking with Patrick, Juna, Khrys, and the J Music Crew!!! I had fun, not gonna lie😆 Looking forward to more!!!

[@rarecrom]

you're a legend

[@wolfumz]

Dude!! Norman Edwards Jr.!!

[@Vexx109]

When J-Music Assembles…it’s always a good time. Love this

[@nickmakura459]

The J-Music Ensemble, Assemble.

[@Vyz3r]

I can't believe the room didn't explode at the amount of talent in there.

[@ozanesici]

Drummer enjoying their life banging away at those drums brings me joy.

[@evanmcginty1]

The drummer is having way too much fun and I love it

[@zig019]

Pat was in his BAG with that entrance at 3:03

[@alonle02]

The keyboard sound is somehow perfect

[@CaptainAstronaut]

Mario Kart's funkiest song just got 1000x funkier!! Y'all KILLED it! Amazing playing from everyone!!

[@DomPalombiMusic]

Mario Kart music is some of my favorites in VGM, and y’all absolutely smashed it as always!!!

[@CaptainBrawnson]

That was dopamine hit and a half

[@Djinnisaias]

the drum solo gives me life

[@dwaynegibson6773]

Bass slaps harder than my grandma when she makes Sunday dinner🙏🏽💯👌🏾

[@seriesMobile369]

これは傑作です👍 そしてホップしそうなリズムといい全員が踊ってます｡私も踊ってます👏👏👏これを聴いて世界を飛び回ってみたい🫶 それにジェット機の翼が見えてくる様な錯覚がアドベンチャーしてる感じでGOOD

[@goofy_ahh_man69]

I love thee underground theme leomotif constantly playing in the background.

[@from-a-venusian-closet]

Y'all, that guitarist was _intently_ playing... Bravo to all

[@altariabeats]

BANGER!!!!

[@kserra9112]

@5:38 when you new game + and are able to add the final boss to your party... :D

[@YaBoiDoi]

drummer dude going absolute crazy in the back

[@Mighty_Z14]

Damn....yall make mario kart hip. Everyone is amazing. Props to that drum solo btw

[@TheBlimpFruit]

Amazingly under-appreciated track, so great to see you lot cover this

[@GardomStudio]

Maaaan, I don't comment a lot, but the energy here is incredible 🙌. I would have loved to play with you guys. So talented 👏

[@shadowninja569]

Great stuff as always, would love to see guys do some phoenix wright jazz covers much love.

[@elsa9026]

this was an insane performance! loved it throughout!

[@rafaelcastro2591]

Ive been waiting for this!!!!

[@SeanTylerismyname]

I really enjoy this, but I believe it would be even more captivating with the addition of the trombone and flugelhorn.

[@Matojeje]

I'm so excited for this one!!

[@Boomhouwer2402]

Been waiting for a new video for a while, love you guys!

[@womenplsdmme]

glad to have this back much love

[@raliaga]

This is so beautiful, congratulations

[@ScareFire]

I adore your music style ! Please continue sharing it with us !

[@analog_mart]

well, i know what song i'll be listening to for the rest of the week! everyone was having so much fun on this, so much energy on my fav mk song of all time!!!

[@Blade2xtremeFTW]

Yeaahhhhh boi! Glad to see y'all back!

[@plasentaman6061]

This brightens my day thanks folks I really love when you do fighting game themes

[@dave_jones]

Everyone here is on another fuckin level, what musicianship. This is what making music is all about

[@MrLilhutch]

This goes SO HARD. It’s hard to find truly faithful, yet reimagined covers. Found you through moonsiders and now you’re on super bell subway?? Please continue to kill it brother

[@lilrewipe7005]

much love! this is tight!!

[@cooldebt]

What a brilliant opening from the rhythm section…and as usual, impossible to pick a favourite part!

[@chrisyboy8983]

Holy shit that's the best drum solo I've ever heard

[@johnnyscifi]

I love this stage, and song!!!

[@alkasamario]

the drums are possessed by the rhythm demon 😂👌

[@geo6398]

When playing with friends I always wanna pick this course because of how great the music is. Such an amazing cover!! Awesome stuff u guys ❤

[@robsonclark9678]

You guys are BACKKKKKKKK!!! Its been so long since ive seen you guys be able to have a great full group like this! So happy to see you back at it!

[@SansToast1]

Banger

[@LeotheTiger1234]

Mario Kart 8 (and also the DELUXE version) has what has to be my favorite Mario soundtrack ever. I absolutely love the way you did it here; props to all of you! Bravo!

[@xxvskrunkle]

This is my favorite track. In music and in terms of racing. Thank you all for this.

[@Someone69769]

That's awesome!

[@ayoraster2970]

Let's go i love this one haha. The mario kart 8 soundtrack is a real gem.

[@aplsed]

Unofficial poll to get J-MUSIC ENSEMBLE to compose the soundtrack for a video game.

[@isuriadireja91]

so happy and relieved to see and hear this generation STILL got AND keeping the FUNK ALIVE...and funkaaayyyy...!!!!! 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@redviolet5158]

that bass going crazy

[@davidlancaster8152]

Juna Serita. Check out her band Tokyo Groove Jyoshi and her work with Jazz Avengers

[@redviolet5158]

@davidlancaster8152 ooooh okay i will, thanks

[@kierman9624]

So good! Good job guys!

[@starrph0enix625]

Crushed it as always!!!!

[@ccledman]

Norman hits like a machine gun! What a fantastic musicians! You all are superb! Love the slaps too!

[@Sean081799]

Good lord this is WILD! Amazing to work to everyone!

[@andrewmcclare7242]

Just discovered you by searching for the new Splatoon song, saw your sax cover and am once again pleasantly surprised to be discovering another incredible jazz musician that somehow I haven't seen yet! Can't wait to listen to the rest of your work! 🤙

[@HumbleBukkake]

That was the one

[@DJMilez]

Fantastic cover!

[@oclium]

one of my favorite mariokart songs now

[@KuroShiiiro]

oh yeah i heard them drums and i knew. that bass made me damn sure 🔥🔥 fire as always

[@KuroShiiiro]

had to come back and comment. damn this is so good. everyone did so good. drums n bass set the groove beautifully. the sax scream gave me chills. the synth at the end was crazy too. piano played nasty chords & the duet w the guitar was so nice

[@DrakenNero]

J Music always makes sure to produce bangers, maybe someday if I get recognized I can jam out with y’all

[@carloschavez7540]

Hell yeah - this is a fucking viiiiibe

[@LanTheUltimateForm]

Yooooo flames from start to finish. Burning the house down

[@TheNeutron75]

Awesome. I love it 🔥❤🎶🎵👏👍👌✌😁

[@PhilipJFryII]

This is a surprise! What a faithful recreation! Also cool to see Max from VGM Collective here!

[@maxboikomusic]

😊

[@LeThorquato]

I MISSED YOU GUYS SO MUCH!!

[@MiseFreisin]

always good to see Norman soloing away like a legend

[@KDiaz-hy1xx]

Another banger

[@holtatom]

a beauty!

[@XxDarkchoujixX]

thank you!

[@ether2006]

so cooool

[@Kihambo]

fire.

[@TheShayaChannel]

I don't know if Norman Edwards is a human being.

[@mineraljunction]

extremely sick

[@RadicalCapitol]

Oh shit- I just realized this is new! I've been jamming on this for a couple days

[@dannyfenton1688]

Man y’all did y’all thing on this 🤙🏾

[@banbazy]

0:23 Here is a SPY!!!!!!!

[@UzushioUzumaki]

Yall fellas did it again

[@marilynpj1]

This is real FIRE 🔥🔥🔥🔥. Damn!

[@Stick-a-fork-in-Gmorks-tort]

Damn, that's good! Musical espresso.

[@TradeMartin]

Nailed it.....!!!

[@landminedj]

that was sick

[@robkilbride9242]

Damn I wish you guys would put out some cd's. Great cover.

[@fusein231]

The goats

[@HyramBautista]

Mans hit the lick followed by the sniff 1:27

[@heartsky]

Ya! gaming music with a Brecker Bros treatment, love it!

[@tadhgferriswayne2986]

My mans went DUMMY on the drums

[@oribagel]

wow, J-Music really turned one of my least favorite songs from mk8 into one of the best arrangements I've heard of a mk8 song

[@brendanmorales4504]

When drummers play faster than camera frame rates >>>

[@aratathekingx1401]

LETS GOOOOOO

[@OdaKa]

Woooo let's go