Jacob Shea is a prolific composer and sound designer whose work has primarily flourished in the realm of film and television soundtracks, particularly those associated with natural world documentaries. Shea has become a significant figure in the industry due to his collaboration with the esteemed composer Hans Zimmer as part of Bleeding Fingers Music, Zimmer's collective of composers. His contributions to the soundscapes of nature documentaries have earned him widespread recognition, and his evocative compositions for the critically acclaimed BBC series, including "Planet Earth II," "Blue Planet II," and most recently "Planet Earth III," have solidified his reputation as a master of translating the majesty of the natural world into musical form.

Throughout his career, Shea's work has showcased the delicate balance between the visceral and the ethereal, capturing the emotional essence of the environment and wildlife depicted on screen. The releases like "Seven Worlds One Planet" (both the original and expanded editions) prove his ability to enhance the visual storytelling of legendary natural historian Sir David Attenborough's narratives. In addition to his significant contributions to documentary scoring, Shea has also demonstrated his versatility by composing the soundtrack for the video game "Gears of War: Judgment," showcasing his adeptness in various forms of media. His track "Sparks" indicates his personal artistic range, further cementing Shea's status as an innovative force in contemporary music composition for screen.

Genres

Soundtrack

Related Artists

Hans Zimmer

Jóhann Jóhannsson

Alexandre Desplat

Thomas Newman

James Newton Howard

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Ludovico Einaudi

John Williams

Latest Release

Shea: The Arctic Suite, V. Sea Ice Melting (Violin-Piano Version)

Jacob Shea•

Eldbjørg Hemsing•

Håvard Gimse

Single - Released February 23, 2024