Super Mario 64 BOWSER'S THEME - Metal Cover || ToxicxEternity

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Hi guys! Here's an absolutely tasty old school VGM jam from the one, the only, Super Mario 64!
Nothing says heavy metal like our boi Bowser, he's a brutal giant spiked Koopa that wears metal bracers. It had to be done!!
All joking aside, this theme is insanely nostalgic to me. It's simplicity makes it so catchy but ironically, it also made it quite a fun challenge to do a cover of.
Going into this arrangement, I knew that I was going to have to repeat the main riff many times, so I tried a lot of different variations of the riff (the verse using palm muting, the chorus using different versions of the chords etc etc.). That was probably the biggest hurdle of this arrangement was just keeping it fresh and interesting throughout the whole listen. I feel like I pulled it off!
The leads, I kept pretty faithful to the original minus a few shred moments here and there. I wanted this piece to just be a stomping heavy riff fest much like the original is.
Production wise, I had such a blast working on this. I wanted to dial in a super crushing and clear rhythm guitar tone for that riff. And I also experimented with a new way of mixing my bass guitar which I think turned out insanely awesome! I'm the most stoked on the bass for this track than any other instrument!
Overall I'm super happy with this track and I hope you guys enjoy it as much as I enjoyed making it!
➤ The original "Bowser's Theme" from the game "Super Mario 64" was composed by Koji Kondo
➤ Thank you to WoloU for the game footage!
➤ Gear used in this cover:
- ESP Guitars
- Hughes and Kettner amplifiers
- Fishman Fluence Modern Pickups
- Dunlop Jazz III Tortex picks
- Monster Cables
- Ernie Ball Strings
- BIAS Desktop Amp Simulator Plugin
- Toontrack Superior Drummer 2.0

[@atomicfreak1370]

When Bowser starts to take things seriously

[@J_Jiggs]

O h n o

[@clintferguson6599]

Bowser: BWA HA HA HA HA HA HA!

[@TheRealCamster1987]

The final form

[@viperbiteyikes787]

stolen from the remix video

[@itsfripe5]

When bowser starts taking peach seriously

[@JJRy]

When you're playing Super Mario 64 and it turns into DooM.

[@megamage911]

Spot-on xD

[@michaeloconnor1910]

Ah i wish i was a 90s kid

[@nman551]

Just Ry pretty much

[@tootallforyou112]

We need that mod

[@girlsdrinkfeck]

doom 64 music was better

[@clubpenguinpingo]

I could hear this being preformed in the 80's honestly, it has that vibe haha

[@VampMan101]

Look up the song Space Truckin' - Deep Purple. It's from 1972 and pretty similar

[@clubpenguinpingo]

@@VampMan101 totally get the vibes, good shit

[@juansimms3822]

Just gave me the chills 🤔 about it that would be mad hard back then too

[@SilverHunterN]

Come to think of it, "Mighty wings cheap trick" and "Danger zone" are kinda rock like, and they were from the 80s

[@YungFoog]

Game was made in the 90’s so of course it’s gunna have that vibe

[@Chanray123]

Imagine how badass it would be if something like this played in Mario Odyssey when you fight Bowser

[@Gabrostil]

But at least we had bowser's fury that had an amazing ost

[@VanessaMagick]

Should have been the music for the big finale where you play as Bowser, a metal epic of Bowser's theme with the leitmotif of the SM1 1-1 theme while you smash up the place. Instead they went for a dumbass pop rock number with vocals.

[@JamesTheAce0]

Fun fact: if you lined up koopa's theme (sm64) and bowser battle 1 (odyssey) they would play in unison.

[@MnMGaming69]

@@VanessaMagick that was a very good song that fucking slapped. and they snuck a little guitar thing of this song into it

[@Sprkychild]

holy sh- im getting old

[@jamezcunningham8906]

Jack Black is definitely gonna shred his own theme on that Super Mario Bros Movie lol

[@fizzy_buzz]

FR ID SCREAM IF IT WERE LIKE THIS

[@garsrandom4358]

And things happened, the only (easy to notice) music they used was Fury Bowser

[@mauroperez1961]

I come from the future and this comment is very funny

[@AHmusic]

I love when Koji Kondo goes full Opeth

[@linushellgren3511]

AHmusic hehe

[@ToxicxEternity]

LLLLLLLLLETS'A JAM! Hope you guys dig it! Let me know if you do!

[@Atomic_Rat]

Welcome. No one's home! Now scram--and don't come back! Gwa ha ha!

[@Atomic_Rat]

Ooowaah! Can it be that I've lost?! The power of the Stars has failed me... this time. Consider this a draw. Next time, I'll be in perfect condition. Now, if you want to see your precious princess, come to the top of the tower. I'll be waiting! Gwa ha ha! Absolutely love this dude! Stay Metal \m/

[@jla_thinks_that_handles_suck]

Id dig my own grave to this song cuz id be headbanging so hard that id have a deadly concussion :x

[@buccaneerguy8197]

can u do cackletta's themes? i know thta i can go the parteon but i got no money im in a broke family not kiddng

[@Nightverge]

I cannot stop digging Please help me

[@KpacStudiosGaming]

This is the theme that should play after Bowse's skin is melted off

[@sprucebadger8229]

dry bowser, wreaks havoc

[@bluesolace9052]

Ideal for the new black bowser from Bowser’s Fury as well

[@RoWiGRaTH]

If I ever needed a song for when I play Bowser on Smash 4, this would be it. It's perfect~

[@knightofarkronia9968]

RoWiGRaTH But would you need to play it for Smash Ultimate? A remix of the final boss theme from SMB3 is in the game after all.

[@spindash64]

Knight of Arkronia Tricking bowser into slamming himself into the earth is pretty metal, but not as metal as grabbing a half ton turtle drake by the tail and doing a shot put to launch him into an aerial mine

[@stygian3824]

this is what all people should play as bowser in smash bros

[@dylanhardina]

Since this game came out in 1996 (and the song was probably composed in 1995), I like how you gave this a really grinding metal feel like what many metal bands in the 90s were doing. Besides that, this hits all the nostalgia for me.

[@TheBlackLobo]

The og sounds like pretty hate machine imo

[@robindabank1126]

This is real music right here

[@corvetaumbr2410]

This is literally the best videogame music metal cover i have ever heard, it doesn't sound forced or cringe like some other ones, it sounds awesome and i fell it could absolutely be used in an actual game, like his final boss theme or something like that, epic!

[@nick-cepticon782]

If this were to play in the upcoming Mario movie, I’d freak out 😵🔥

[@GPotatoGD]

Sadly enough, this it the last thing illumination will play in one of their movies.

[@jdleblanc188]

That is what we call a *BANGER*

[@gabocarina96]

Dang dude!! If that was playing in the game instead of the original one you can be sure I wouldn't beat Bowser. Freaking awesome!! :D

[@RussellGordonMusic]

gabocarina96 if this was playing in the game I would rip Bowser's head off and feed his corpse to the koopas

[@onemorebonktonight]

+Rus Gordon damn man thats fuckin brutal niiiiice

[@definitelynotsolidsnake]

I know that was just a phrase that should or should not be taken seriously but there is a way that you can get any sound track into any game through hacks, just saying in a logical way \m/

[@carpet163]

I can only imagine Bowser rising out of the ashes heavily damaged showing scars, skin tears and even revealing bone to show a sight of true terror.

[@psyk4delik]

this is what you'd find in my personal playlist along with the kirby green greens theme and Jimmyheres maid outfit song.

[@DemonicRage15]

Megadeth vibe going on here and I LOVE IT

[@stoopidhaters]

Definitely a Countdown to Exctinction vibe going on here.

[@mrraretwinkie]

Yeah I definitely hear It too.

[@darknightmike10yearsago]

It sounds like a cross between Megadeth and Avenged Sevenfold.

[@Razoredge]

This cover is one of the most beautiful I have ever heard.

[@shadophaxx2401]

Bowser sticking it to The Man and beating the devil in a rock off in one fell swoop

[@JG31392]

Jack Black is going to steal the whole movie as Bowser

[@DanielA-yg3un]

I love this. I had thought the original theme had a really kick ass melody.

[@juancarloscj1901]

This needs to be in the movie. As well as they did in the lorax!

[@vidazen9410]

It's got that intense old school driving metal feel- awesome!

[@ferdk16]

fuck yeah this is so good man \m/

[@Kokuei7]

Gave me chills! Never noticed what a good riff it was, so good!

[@internetglitchyguy494]

This should be in the mario movie

[@HenrikRudi]

Watching your hair as it flops up and down when you headbang is so satisfying to look at. *ahem* anyways, great cover!

[@CrysisMusic]

Love the thrashy riffs, sounds so good man

[@DannLink]

The nostalgia is real

[@fadedgames1]

When Bowser pulls out a gun.

[@HarmfulDesign]

Sorry about all the views, man. I watched this about 16,000 times. :]

[@elix3877]

I had an Italian plumber listen to this... Now he kills giant turtles dragons for a living.

[@mastersarutobi2451]

🤔

[@gaytree5803]

🤔

[@danger6371]

🤔

[@tobee_gamer5816]

🤔

[@ikaiju-eu9wn]

"Mario never kills"

[@ch40sgodz]

If I don't hear this in the mario movie's soundtrack, im gonna be disappointed

[@ThalassemiacLord]

fuckin nailed it man

[@DisturbedShad0w]

the groove is strong with this one

[@Hell_Soll]

this is the best Bowser cover EVER!!!!

[@blueeyedstray6238]

Shit why are these Bowser Theme Metal Covers so damn amazing 😫 This is what I wish Nintendo did more. Give Bowser more metal!

[@deltasceptile7805]

I can imagine Jack Black’s Bowser jamming to this.

[@JG31392]

I’m actually really excited for the movie, especially Jack Black as Bowser

[@coolloser85]

Fucking sick!!!!! I was just listening to the original and thought I want to here a more harbored version. Thanks for making this

[@Metalizationer]

Dear lord I CANNOT stop listening to this on the daily!!! It's so fucking perfect for this tune! Soooo heavy you helped bring it to the next level, Jack! Superb work per usual dude! Well done! #KoopaRiffage 🤘🏼👌🏼

[@johanwg4549]

Damn this is how i remember the song going as a kid while playing it on the ds

[@danhoughton6580]

Now I've got Metal On Metal in Bowsers voice stuck in my head, it sounds kinda like GWAR

[@jla_thinks_that_handles_suck]

OH i have waited so long for someone epic to make this theme epic ! Now it happened and it exceeds all expectations :D

[@ttc9able]

I'd love to hear you do a Hyrule/Ganon's Castle medley.

[@StringGaige]

I like this, a monstrous version fit for a king like Bowser!

[@TheCreepypro]

so freaking nice!

[@blairchild]

I've been listening to relaxing video game music and didn't expect to like this, but to give it a shot, and I really love it...

[@ArnyUnderCover]

This is hella rad man. Next time I'm viewing your livestream I'll definitely vote for this!

[@WinglessRaven]

This shit is a total banger. So heavy with an evil atmosphere. Just perfect. I would love to hear some mario 3 interpretations from you.

[@fishotic4237]

awwwww shit my favorite guitarist on youtube's doin THIS song? (flips chair and sits on it) dis gon be gud

[@NinAmuro57]

My boi Bowser's theme can't lose when it comes to metal! This is badass!

[@michaelfrank5578]

I look forward to all your cover videos, and this one is killer!

[@daviddunlop5350]

Everybody gangsta till this starts playing during a bowser fight-

[@Isarnwolf]

Super Mario 64 had the best setting.

[@davethe1manrave]

face melted

[@CASPERIOUZ]

Bowser would be in tears if he heard your awesome masterpiece and so am i

[@dalecoleman1458]

Can't tell ya how long I've been waiting for this one. Fucking amazing mate.

[@Arathrum]

Awesome job as always dude!

[@platinumequinox]

Amazing work as always Toxic :D

[@RayanCote-hv6mt]

Bowser is tired of losing

[@machinfacultatif9012]

I can't handle this level of Rock'n'roll.

[@kookaman6095]

OPEN THE GATES!

[@bloodrayne2133]

Damn this brings back memories and this cover makes it even better! \m/

[@pk4230]

holy shit. like, literally. Damn dude! Keep up the good work!

[@josema-boy7610]

Simply the best, excellent job. Keep up the great work and rock on :D

[@nv_music1987]

Damn I wanted to do a metal cover of bowser's theme but then I saw this and it's too good!

[@victortheguitarnerd]

Holy shit dude! Fucking awesome cover! Love the drum arrangements and the shredding and riffage is on point as always.

[@DarkKnightTrinity]

Awesome cover, really changes the tone of the song, gives it a darker, badass feeling.

[@RoPanuganti]

Dude your old Bowser Final was so good, glad you got to do another Bowser Riff monster :^)

[@chrisatchison3536]

That is one of the best covers I've seen yet

[@evanmatlack33]

THIS IS FUCKING SICK

[@Roostallion_]

This is honestly the Best original music channel that I know of, keep up the good work!!!

[@MetalFox117]

Masterfully done!

[@giannisrossopoulos507]

This guy deserves more subs and likes ...!!that was awesome \m/ Imagine fight bowser with that version

[@Nierfenhimer]

I can't help but wonder how much the speedruns of Mario 64 encouraged this. Hehehe. Great work, Jack! I keep getting this stuck in my head, and this is just what I needed

[@RiverRacks]

Aw, this is awesome! I almost forgotten all about the classic Mario games. This definitely brings back the golden memories of my childhood.

[@mdawso2]

Dude this is cool as hell. Good work!

[@NekomaComplex]

This is so sick, love this game. Nice job

[@kiryucovers]

I love that you played the main riff with sustained notes. I would've never thought of that, but it makes perfect sense!

[@captaincumexplosion]

Man this is straight up just incredibly awesome

[@ColumbineCollin]

You sir... Just earned yourself a subscription. HOLY FUCK, this cover hits me strait in the childhood.

[@mcblaggart8565]

Every so often I look for a good metal cover of this theme. You've come closer to what I'm looking for than anyone else so far. Still not quite right, but close.

[@GamerMinilla]

Ah yes, the music that plays in my head when I'm playing Squad Strike with a friend, they take my other two "stocks" (Sonic and Game & Watch, my two secondary mains) and I've been saving the best for last~

[@Candy_man478]

bro ur guitar even has a perfect sound too :D

[@Nyahahameha]

Really need to hear Road to Bowser someday. This is so good it makes me excited for more ,as long as you have fun it. ^_^

[@Monkey1990100]

great remix just like always ToxicxEtrenity

[@yessaleglez8961]

This is so amaaazing!😍🔥👌

[@pattyoneill91]

Its the sick chill drums that always got me

[@MrLopez2112]

Sounds great man! :) Awesome sweeps btw

[@Luke-vt1co]

Yo te conozco xdxd

[@sakuchaoran5985]

only 4k ??? but this is epic awesome

[@weebgrinder]

I like that you have stage presence. You don't just stand there. Well done.

[@EscalationTV]

All Hail to Bowser, the real King of the Mushroom Kingdom \m/ Well done, Man!!! (Y)

[@JustSomeGuy769]

But There Never Was a King OR Queen Of The Mushroom Kingdom Just a Princess, Well There Was a Prince In The Super Mario Bros. Anime Movie In Japan

[@chrisrooney17]

This is a badass cover and I fail to understand how the algorythm hides talent like yours... Keep on shreddin dude. 🤙🏿

[@Idothinkysaurus]

2:10 I just start drooling.

[@thecheif00]

I just subscribed to your channel , you're insanely talented man. much respect. You should give the final browser theme a shot I know you'd absolutely kill it

[@garrettnorthrup]

He did in 2013 and it was great but the quality and setting were kinda iffy. I'd love a remake though, Jack! You killed this song too!

[@idea1421]

bowser is now my favorite villain of all time

[@wdimebg]

I get goose bumps just listening to this

[@freddyvoorhees4293]

I can't help it but why do I get the feeling that Bowser actually looks adorable in this game??? 😅

[@gonzalezvalverderublan1050]

De todos los cover que e escuchado este es el mejor!!!