VGM Collective is an ensemble dedicated to reimagining the music of late 20th-century Japanese video game composers through the lens of live jazz performance.
Led by trumpet player Max Boiko, based in New York City and signed to GameChops, the group blends nostalgic melodies from iconic franchises like Pokémon, Super Mario, Kirby and Mega Man with dynamic arrangements that honor the artistry of composers such as Junichi Masuda, Jun Ishikawa, Manami Matsumae and many more. VGM Collective has performed at venues ranging from PAX East and MAGFest to intimate jazz clubs, building a community around the fusion of retro gaming and contemporary improvisation.
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Shows
Upcoming
VGM Jam Sessions NYC: 5th AnniversaryThe Pocket, 130 W 46th St, New York · Fri, Oct 16, 2026 · VGM Collective at 7pm
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Past
PAX EastBoston · Thursday night concert with Button Masher
Past
MAGFestNational Harbor, Maryland
Past
VGM Jam Sessions NYCOS NYC, 50 Bowery · Featured band
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Ceremonies, cocktail hours, dinners and intimate spaces.
Trio
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Lounges, receptions, smaller rooms and background sets.
Quartet
TrumpetKeysBassDrums
Jazz clubs, bars and private events.
Full band
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Conventions, festivals and headline shows.
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