Who is Bear McCreary?

Bear McCreary is an American music composer and producer who has worked on a variety of popular television shows and video games. He is best known for his work on Battlestar Galactica, The Walking Dead, God of War, and Outlander. He was born in Fort Lauderdale, Florida in 1979.

Early Life & Career

At an early age, Bear McCreary became interested in music composition and production. He studied at the prestigious Thorton School of Music at University of Southern California where he graduated with a degree in Music Composition. He also studied under renowned film composer Elmer Bernstein. After graduating, he composed music for a variety of television shows such as Human Target, Eureka, Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles, and the remake of Battlestar Galactica.

Breakthrough Success

In 2010, Bear McCreary composed the score for the popular video game God of War 3. This was his breakthrough moment and helped solidify his career as one of the most sought-after composers in Hollywood. Since then, he has composed for various television shows such as The Walking Dead, Outlander, and Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. He has also composed for the video game Dark Void and produced soundtracks for a variety of films including 10 Cloverfield Lane and John Wick: Chapter 2.

Awards & Recognition

Bear McCreary has been nominated for multiple awards including two Emmy's for Outstanding Music Composition for a Series (Original Dramatic Score). He has also been nominated for two Grammy Awards and two BAFTA Awards. He won an Emmy Award in 2011 for his work on Battlestar Galactica as well as three Saturn Awards for Best Music in 2009 and 2010.

Music Style & Influences

Bear McCreary is known for his unique musical blend that incorporates traditional orchestral instruments with electronic elements from various genres such as rock and pop music. His style has been described as “cinematic fusion” which combines a variety of musical influences to create a unique soundscape. His primary influence is Elmer Bernstein who was the composer behind classic films such as The Great Escape and The Magnificent Seven.

Legacy

Bear McCreary has established himself as one of the most talented composers in Hollywood today. His work has been featured in some of the most popular television shows and video games of our time. His unique style has helped him stand out from other composers and he continues to push boundaries with his innovative approach to music composition.