Austin Wintory is a prolific and celebrated composer, renowned for his work in both the video game and film industries. Born on September 9, 1984, in Denver, Colorado, Wintory showed a passion for music at a young age. He is perhaps best known for his score for the critically acclaimed video game "Journey," which earned him a Grammy nomination in 2012 – a groundbreaking achievement, making him the first composer to receive a Grammy nomination for a video game score. His unique style often blends classical orchestration with unconventional sounds, striving to create immersive and emotionally powerful musical landscapes.

In addition to "Journey," Wintory has composed scores for a wide portfolio of games, which showcase his versatility and depth as a composer. His more recent works include the richly textured soundtracks for a variety of game releases such as "Stray Gods: The Roleplaying Musical" in its various editions, which saw him merging traditional game scoring with musical theater elements, and "Strayed Lights," demonstrating his ability to craft evocative atmospheres. Moreover, his work extends into cinematic compositions for projects like the "Thai Cave Rescue" Netflix series, illustrating his talent for enhancing narratives through music. His dedication to his craft and ability to push boundaries with his innovative scores have established Austin Wintory as a key figure in the contemporary music scene for media.

Genres

Indie Game Soundtrack

Orchestral Soundtrack

Video Game Music

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Latest Release

Stray Gods: Orpheus

Austin Wintory

Album - 21 Tracks - Released June 27, 2024