‘Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning’ Campaign Features Sound Design by Black Sheep Music
We’re excited to share that our sound design work made it into the campaign for Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning. Always a great time collaborating with the team at Paramount.
New Research Reveals Music May Help Detect Concussion in Children
New research suggests live, personalized music may help assess consciousness in children with severe brain injuries. The MuSICCA tool brings together music therapy and clinical assessment to offer a more nuanced way to detect signs of awareness.
Golden Trailer Awards 2025 Nominees: Contributions from Rareform Audio & Blacksheep Music
Rareform Audio and Black Sheep Music contributed to 23 campaigns nominated at the 2025 Golden Trailer Awards, including work featured in the official teaser trailer for HIM and The Actor's nominated independent TV spot.
Why Your Tracks Aren’t Landing Sync Placements: And How to Fix It
Why aren't your tracks landing trailers? It might not be your mix, your melodies, or even your arrangement. It could be your sounds. Learn why cinematic-quality source material is non-negotiable for sync—and how Echelon for Serum 1 and 2 was built to meet that demand.
The Sonic Fire Extinguisher That’s Changing Firefighting
Two engineering students developed a fire extinguisher that uses sound waves instead of water or chemicals to put out flames. Using low-frequency bass, the device disrupts the fire’s oxygen supply, extinguishing it instantly. With potential applications in homes, spacecraft, and wildfire management, this innovation could change firefighting as we know it.
Supporting Toby Mason: A Behind-the-Scenes Force in Trailer Audio
Toby Mason has shaped the sound of countless trailers with his expert mixing and mastering. He’s now facing a serious health challenge—and the trailer music community is coming together to support him.
Sea Lion Ronan Still Proving Animals Can Keep a Beat
Ronan the sea lion is still on beat. Over a decade after first surprising scientists with her dance-like movements to music, new research shows she continues to outperform humans in rhythm recognition—challenging long-held beliefs about animal musicality.
New Release + Sync Placement: “Not A Game” by Nathan Fields, Armanni Reign & Darby Phillips
"Not A Game" by Nathan Fields, Armanni Reign, and Darby Phillips blends rock, hip hop, and cinematic textures into a track built for high-stakes moments—now featured in Onside: Major League Soccer.
HIM Trailer Features "Out For Revenge" by Nathan Fields
Our track Out For Revenge by Nathan Fields is featured in the official trailer for HIM, a new psychological thriller produced by Jordan Peele.
New Music Drop: “Energy” by Nathan Fields & Armanni Reign
“Energy” is a high-impact cinematic track from Nathan Fields & Armanni Reign—built for sync, with hybrid trap textures, tight percussion, and raw, intentional vocals.
New Study Suggests “Groovy” Music May Enhance Focus and Productivity
New research from NYU suggests that upbeat, rhythmic music may enhance focus and mood more effectively than ambient playlists. The findings challenge the traditional belief that calm background sound is best for productivity.
How Sound Is Helping Bring Coral Reefs Back to Life
Research reveals how playing the natural sounds of healthy coral reefs can encourage coral larvae to settle and grow on degraded reefs—offering a powerful example of sound’s role in environmental restoration.
Echelon: The Cinematic Soundpack for Modern Composers
Echelon by Rareform Audio is a cinematic Serum preset pack designed for sync, trailer music, and modern composers. Built for Ableton, Logic, Cubase, and more — create high-impact scores with trailer-ready sounds that cut through. Works with Serum 1 & Serum 2.
Ryan Coogler’s Sinners Deal and the Bigger Conversation Around Creative Ownership
Ryan Coogler’s Sinners is making waves—not just for what’s on screen, but for the rare deal behind it. The agreement signals a bigger shift in how creators think about ownership, both in Hollywood and across the creative industry.
Neuroscience Says Music Is an Emotion Regulation Machine
Neuroscience is confirming what many of us already feel: music is a powerful tool for shaping mood, boosting focus, and enhancing creativity. New research outlines how specific types of music can support productivity, emotional regulation, and cognitive performance in real, measurable ways.
Trailer Music Structure: Helping Film Trailer Editors Tell Stories
Trailer music does more than just fill space—it helps define the emotional arc and structure of a trailer. Whether you're producing the music or producing the trailer, understanding how these cues are built can sharpen your creative process and lead to better cuts, better placements, and better storytelling.
The Music Industry’s AI Battle Enters a Critical Phase
The music industry is stepping up legal and technological efforts to combat the rise of AI-generated content, but the fight remains complex. From lawsuits over unauthorized training data to deepfake detection challenges, platforms and creators are navigating uncertain legal ground.
The Power of Sound Design in Videogames: Transforming Player Engagement
Sound design is more than background noise—it’s the invisible guide that shapes how you experience games. From subtle audio cues to dynamic soundscapes, it enhances realism, communicates context, and draws players deeper into the game world.
Disney’s ‘Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld’ Features Black Sheep Music Track
Excited to share that a customized version of Going Westward from our album The Great Frontier is featured in the trailer for Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld. The track, composed by Dmitry Ivashchenko, brings a cinematic, frontier-like energy to this new animated anthology.
Genetic Study Finds Music Enjoyment May Be Hardwired
A new study reveals that music enjoyment is partly inherited, with genetic differences accounting for 54% of how people respond to music. Researchers found that music engagement is shaped by unique genetic pathways, separate from general reward sensitivity. These findings could have major implications for music therapy, education, and personalized listening experiences.