2025 was a year of quiet progress and meaningful milestones in my music career. Although I didn’t share much publicly, several important developments shaped my path as a composer. Becoming a voting member of the Recording Academy and joining the Grammy U mentorship program opened new doors and deepened my commitment to music, bringing hope and inspiration. Being a Grammy U Mentor The Grammy U mentorship program is designed to support emerging music professionals by pairing them with...

Dead Sound a symphonic melancholy alien composed and orchestrated by myself, was recorded by Deutsches Filmorchester Babelsberg at Live Score Berlin by Audiocreatures in October 2025. To be released early in 2026. I’m very thankful to Audiocreatures for including the piece in this wonderful initiative that gives game related projects an opportunity to share an orchestral session, keeping game music human and accessible for studios.

It was a joy to chat with Max Kane about our Gamescom experience in 2024. I’d love to do more interviews like this; it’s especially nice...