Bit Brigade and Galactic Empire

Bit Brigade, formed in Athens, Georgia in 2004, is a math rock and video game music band. They are celebrated for their unique live shows where a gamer speedruns classic NES/SNES titles while the band performs the game's soundtrack in perfect synchronization. Their discography features full game soundtrack albums such as Contra, Metroid, and Mega Man II, highlighting their precise and energetic style.

Galactic Empire is a prog-metal quartet that transforms Star Wars music into heavy metal while dressed as characters like Darth Vader. Formed in 2015, the band signed with Rise Records and released their self-titled debut in 2017, followed by Episode II in 2018.