The Ghostbusters: Spirits Unleashed soundtrack, composed by Mark Rutherford, was brought to life in an unforgettable recording session at Abbey Road Studios, the epicenter of musical innovation. Famed for hosting legendary recordings like The Beatles’ Abbey Road and Pink Floyd’s The Dark Side of the Moon, Abbey Road’s unmatched acoustics and cutting-edge technology provided the perfect stage for Rutherford’s ghostly, cinematic score. This session, held a few years ago, infused the game’s soundtrack with authentic depth, seamlessly blending gameplay with cinematic storytelling and capturing the exhilarating essence of ghostbusting.
Rutherford’s composition masterfully merges eerie undertones with booming, pulse-pounding beats that heighten every encounter in Spirits Unleashed. Not to mention capturing the feel and sounds of the score from the original Ghostbusters film as well as Ghostbusters: Afterlife. By recording at Abbey Road, the score transcended typical game music, embedding itself with a legacy that resonates through every spectral chase and tense moment. The atmospheric strings and adrenaline-inducing rhythms bring players into the heart of ghostbusting, making each mission feel larger than life. The decision to record at such an iconic location speaks to the dedication of the Spirits Unleashed team to deliver an experience that is as immersive as it is thrilling.
The studio’s storied history not only lent the score an unparalleled authenticity but also solidified Ghostbusters: Spirits Unleashed as a game that values the finer details of production. Abbey Road’s distinct vibe, combined with Rutherford’s powerful musical direction, resulted in a soundtrack that both honors the original spirit of Ghostbusters and pushes the franchise into new, exciting territories. This collaboration ensures that players don’t just play the game—they feel every note, pulse, and chill as if they were stepping into the ghostbusting world themselves.
There's no better way to bring the Ghostbusters: Spirits Unleashed soundtrack to life than at the legendary @AbbeyRoad. 👻🚫🎶 pic.twitter.com/KwCT5l5qXH
— Ghostbusters: Spirits Unleashed (@GhostbustersSU) October 30, 2024
For an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at how this incredible collaboration came to life, check out the official Twitter post from the Ghostbusters: Spirits Unleashed team here.
You can also listen to the score on Spotify: