Symbiotic Audio

Business News

2008-06-30T15:44:00Z

Just a quick note to let you know of some positive developments on the business side. I’ve recently been promoted to the role of Audio Manager at Amaze Entertainment (a division of Foundation 9). My good friend (and previous Audio Manager) Drew has left the company to move on to Greener Pastures. In the wake of his leaving, I am assuming his role as Manager.

In addition, I’ve accepted another freelance writing opportunity - this time with AudioTuts.com. I’ll be writing bi-weekly tutorials on sound design and music composition. I’ll post links to the tutorials as they are posted.

Shrek the Third: Platinum and Top 100!

2008-04-10T17:10:04Z

Just a quick note to point out that Shrek The Third has now sold over 1 million copies - making it our first Platinum title! In addition, it made it into the top 100 (top 50 actually) best selling games of 2007. Next-Gen.Biz has all the details.

3 more titles are in the works, but none have yet been announced. We will keep you posted.

Shrek The Third

2007-05-04T16:23:03Z

We recently finished working on ourbiggest title yet, Shrek The Third. We did the primary sound design for the title, as well as some additional music (uncredited) such as stingers, fanfares and pickups. Information is available on the Official Website or on the credits page.

The game is being released on all major platforms: PS2, Wii, 360, PC, and PSP. Amaze developed the PS2, Wii and PSP versions of the title.

First Official Releases!

2006-12-05T04:19:00Z

As regular visitors may have noticed, my first two “official” game credits have gone LIVE! Eragon and Over The Hedge: Hammy Goes Nuts, both titles for Sony Playstation Portable (PSP), shipped in November. I’m really proud my contributions to both titles, but more importantly I’m proud to have worked with such excellent people on both projects.

I’m working on a couple of other unannounced projects at present, but I should have some additional updates in the next few months. Stay tuned!

Living The Dream

2006-03-13T22:01:00Z

Today I am honored and proud to announce some exciting news! Beginning March 27, 2006, I will be an official member of the Sound Design team at Amaze Entertainment. I am leaving behind a long history of Customer Support positions, and moving squarely into my ‘dream job’ doing sound design and composition for games on a professional level.

Amaze is known for numerous titles including the Harry Potter series, The Sims 2 for PSP and DS, and a host of other well known franchises. This is a dream come true for me, and I can hardly wait. As a result of this development, some changes will be made to the website in the coming weeks.

Thanks to all who have supported me in this endeavor. Stay tuned!

Fair Treatment of Game Music and Composers

2006-02-15T17:21:01Z

GameDaily has a great article by Jim Charne supporting Game Music and Composers. As pointed out by fellow composer, Rod Abernethy, it is “very rare that a non-composer speaks out for us like Jim does.” If you’re interested in the business side of the game audio industry, this is a great read.