CONCERTS & TOURING
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McCreary used Scandinavian folk music as inspiration for God of War’s soundtrack – using instruments like the nyckelharpa, hardanger fiddle and hurdy-gurdy
If you are a fan of any of the featured games, then you can picture the soaring melodies of God of War filling the venue, the haunting notes of The Last of Us pulling at your heartstrings and the sweeping score of Ghost of Tsushima immersing you in feudal Japan – all brought to life by an electrical ensemble. The concert travels with a full surround sound system by D&B Audiotechnik, in addition to the regular PA system. The RF and in-ear monitors are provided by Shure, while Riedel’s intercom offerings keep the crew connected throughout the show’s duration. “The sound design is meticulously constructed for full immersion,” states Hogenkamp. “The core of the system includes 32 main speakers, eight surround speakers, 12 subwoofers and 16 outfills. These are strategically placed to distribute sound evenly across the venue and ensure a powerful yet detailed sonic experience – whether you’re in the front row or the back of the hall.” At the core of the concert is a troupe of 15 world-class virtuoso soloists, each
ensure every detail is just right, from the earliest stages of creative development through to the final performance,” Douwes continues. “Over the years, we’ve had the opportunity to work on projects based on iconic titles like Avatar: The Last Airbender , Twilight , Dirty Dancing , The Witcher and now, Playstation: The Concert . We always strive to create live experiences that honour the spirit of these incredible stories.” With music reimagined for the live stage in collaboration with the games’ original composers – such as Gustavo Santaolalla ( The Last of Us ), Bear McCreary ( God of War ), Ilan Eshkeri ( Ghost of Tsushima ) and Joris de Man ( Horizon ) – the tour delivers beloved soundtracks with emotional depth and power. “The music is at the heart of it,” emphasises Douwes. “It’s powerful, emotional and sometimes unexpected. One moment, you’re in the middle of an epic battle theme; the next, you’re pulled into an intimate, emotional piece.”
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