Retro Vaultz Podcast Features Chase Bethea on Episode 8
July 15, 2026I recently sat down with Illmassacre and Alpha of RetroVaultz podcast to discuss my video game music career odyssey, my new book, and the realities of building a career in the video games.
In this episode, they asked me about the blueprint for longevity and growth in a competitive video gaming field. Here is a look at the core topics we covered:
- Book Launch: An inside look at my new release, Student of the GameNavigating a Decade in the Video Game Industry
- Industry Insights: Practical strategies for navigating the modern video game industry.
- The Origin: A semi-breakdown of my earliest influences that brought me to be a video game composer.
- The Mental Shift: Why I do not support the phrase “Imposter Syndrome” and what you are actually experiencing
- Behind the Pages: The raw reality of what it truly feels like to finish writing a book.
- Mental Health: Actionable ways to sustain your well-being in this highly competitive and oversaturated video game
- “Career Stones”: Reflecting on the exact feeling of winning my first major video game industry award.
- Scale & Vision: What it will realistically take for me to build and manage a team.
- Special Shoutout: A direct callout to my peer, @HipHopGamer.
BIG Love Alex aka Illmassacre for booking me. One of the real ones that gets it done and is a true supporter of the work.
Upcoming Appearances
I also shared the official upcoming Book Signing Dates during the episode. Tune in to see when I will be in a city near you to sign your copy of Student of the Game Navigating a Decade in the Video Game Industry
The episode is available now. Search for RetroVaultz on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or click here to listen to the full episode.