Wizards of the Coast announced today at Brand Licensing Europe 2024 “DUNGEONS & DRAGONS — Bardic Inspiration: A Musical Journey through the Forgotten Realms.” The album was created by acclaimed composer Michael Gatt in celebration of the 50th anniversary of DUNGEONS & DRAGONS (D&D), the World’s Greatest Roleplaying Game®, and will be available in fall 2024 in vinyl, Dolby Atmos and digital formats.
The album presents 12 original tracks created to evoke iconic locations within D&D’s most famous setting, the Forgotten Realms. Each track serves as an aural homage to the rich lore and enchanting adventures that have defined D&D for half a century. Whether you’re a long-time fan or new to the Realms, this album invites you to be inspired by D&D’s iconic heroes, villains, cities and dragons.
The new album provides a sweeping tour of the Sword Coast sure to ignite listener imaginations. Composer Michael Gatt, co-producer Jeremy Jarvis, and visual artistic director AJ Hanneld’s real-life odyssey across the world bring unexpected instruments, otherworldly textures, and a spellbinding 40-person choir to the record.
For listeners seeking a true collector’s collectors’ piece befitting five decades of D&D, the physical album release will feature an epic double vinyl (180g, gatefold) that boasts stunning artwork and bespoke designs by renowned agency TBWA\Chiat\Day.
First published in 1974, DUNGEONS & DRAGONS was originally designed by Gary Gygax and Dave Arneson in Wisconsin, USA. Now enchanting more than 85 million fans, D&D is truly The World’s Greatest Roleplaying Game®. The worlds, monsters, and gameplay of D&D have influenced popular fantasy tropes in film, television, video games, and beyond.
The new album composition, “DUNGEONS & DRAGONS – Bardic Inspiration: A Musical Journey through the Forgotten Realms,” will be available in fall 2024 on double vinyl format for $49.99, as well as in Dolby Atmos and digital formats. More album and retail information will be revealed later this year.
Chris began tabletop gaming in college and quickly fell into the addictive world of cardboard. Beginning with D&D and Catan he became an enthusiast of all things gaming; analog or digital. Chris, now a relapsed MtG player, loves connecting with people via gaming through RPGs, board games, and video games. A particular favorite is testing friendships through social deduction games.
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