Jesper Kyd Jakobson, known professionally as Jesper Kyd, has carved out a distinct space for himself in the music world as an accomplished composer for video games, film, and television. Born in Denmark on February 3, 1972, Kyd began his musical journey in computer game music while in the demoscene, composing chiptunes in the ‘80s. His unique blend of various electronic and symphonic musical styles has garnered widespread recognition, particularly his signature atmospheric sounds infused with immersive, melodic arrangements.

The depth and breadth of Jesper Kyd's work are anchored in his iconic contributions to blockbuster video game franchises. Notably, his work on the "Assassin's Creed" series, including soundtracks for "Assassin's Creed Valhalla," "The Ravens Saga," "Sons of the Great North," and "Out of the North," has created immersive soundscapes that have significantly contributed to the games' critical and fan acclaim. Kyd is also celebrated for his compositions in the chaotic universe of "Borderlands," with the "Borderlands 3" expansions "Takedown At The Guardian Breach" and "Guns, Love and Tentacles" being some of his recent works that blend the energy of electronic music with traditional scoring elements. His portfolio of dynamic, narratively-driven scores extends to the grim darkness of the Warhammer 40,000 universe with "Warhammer 40,000: Darktide," showcasing his ability to adapt and evolve with the ever-changing landscape of entertainment media. Jesper Kyd continues to define the sonic landscape of gaming with his masterful musical storytelling, bringing epic and memorable scores to fans across the globe.

Genres

Epicore

Nordic Soundtrack

Orchestral Soundtrack

Video Game Music

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Latest Release

Warhammer 40,000: Darktide Vol. 3 (Original Soundtrack)

Jesper Kyd

Ep - 6 Tracks - Released July 4, 2024