Assassin’s Creed Soundtracks Coming to CD and Vinyl

Written by Brandon Hofer on September 24, 2015

News: Sumthing Else Music Works has teamed up with Ubisoft to bring some of their most popular franchises to CD and Vinyl.

Sumthing Else Music Works has revealed that it has entered into a multiple title licensing agreement with Ubisoft to release physical editions of the original soundtracks from blockbuster franchises Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry, Prince of Persia, Rayman and Tom Clancy’s Splinter Cell. Under terms of the agreement Sumthing Else will issue Ubisoft's music catalog on CD and select titles on vinyl, commencing with the original soundtracks from its historical action-adventure series Assassin's Creed on September 25. Featuring the music of BAFTA award-winning, Billboard and MTV Video Music Awards nominated composer Jesper Kyd and Grammy award-winning, Emmy and BAFTA nominated composer Lorne Balfe, the first physical soundtracks to be released include:

Assassin’s Creed Original Game Soundtrack - Music by Jesper Kyd

BAFTA winning composer Jesper Kyd's immersive soundtrack evokes the medieval Middle-Eastern setting. Set in 1191 AD, when the Third Crusade was tearing the Holy Land apart, Assassin's Creed enables players to become truly immersed into the mindset of Altaïr, the game's main character, and the rich environments of the game through Jesper Kyd's thematic original score. The combination of cinematic compositions with Middle-Eastern acoustic instruments and vocal performances, featuring full choir and soloists, delivers a deeply meditative and spiritual aesthetic.

Assassin’s Creed II Original Game Soundtrack (2-CD) - Music by Jesper Kyd

Assassin's Creed II features a new hero, Ezio Auditore da Firenze, a young Italian noble, and a new era, the Renaissance. To reflect the change in character, story and setting for Assassin's Creed II, Jesper Kyd took the music in an adventurous and dramatic new direction, crafting a melodic, acoustic and progressive musical palette. The music propels the action, captures the allure and mystery of the story and immerses players in the breathtakingly detailed settings. Kyd's multi-award winning Renaissance-inspired score features the series' iconic theme, "Ezio's Family".

Assassin’s Creed Brotherhood Original Game Soundtrack - Music by Jesper Kyd

The third iteration in the critically acclaimed series, Assassin's Creed Brotherhood was inspired by historical events during the occupation of Rome by The Borgias in 1503. "Researching the history of the Borgia Family it became clear early on that Assassin's Creed Brotherhood would require a very dark score in order to match the Borgias' aspirations to become the rulers of Italy. The music follows the compelling story of Ezio as a Master Assassin going up against The Borgias." – Jesper Kyd

Assassin’s Creed Revelations The Complete Recordings (3-CD) - Music by Jesper Kyd and Lorne Balfe

In Assassin's Creed Revelations, Master Assassin Ezio Auditore walks in the footsteps of the legendary mentor Altaïr, on a journey of discovery and revelation. Introducing the "Assassin's Creed Theme", cut-scenes and multiplayer music by Grammy winning composer/producer Lorne Balfe, recorded with a full live orchestra, and featuring a rich, evocative hybrid in-game music score by Jesper Kyd drawing on Greek, Renaissance and Middle-Eastern instrumentation, combining his emotional melodic writing and acoustic/electronic styles associated with the series.

Assassin’s Creed III Original Soundtrack - Music by Lorne Balfe

Assassin's Creed III invited players to experience the untold story of the American Revolution through the eyes of a new Assassin, Connor. Designed from the ground up, Assassin's Creed III takes one of gaming's most beloved franchises to new heights with Lorne Balfe returning to helm the original score. "I wanted to create an epic feeling that would complement the grandeur of the visuals. This was the beginning of America as we know it today - filled with cultures from across the world. With such diversity available, I was able to bring Celtic and other musical influences into the game to further accentuate the complexities of the game itself." – Lorne Balfe

The remaining Assassin’s Creed original soundtracks will be released on CD in October and select titles on vinyl in 2016:

Assassin’s Creed IV Black Flag Original Game Soundtrack by Brian Tyler

Assassin’s Creed IV Black Flag Game Soundtrack Sea Shanty Edition - Various Artists

Assassin’s Creed Unity Original Soundtrack Volumes 1 & 2 by Chris Tilton and Sarah Schachner

"We're excited to be working with Ubisoft in bringing their physical product and lineup of artists and titles to the worldwide marketplace," said Andy Uterano, President of Sumthing Else Music Works.

The licensing deal announced today also includes physical releases for the Far Cry, Prince of Persia, Rayman and Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell soundtracks – release dates to be announced. Will you be picking any of these up? Tell us what you think below.

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