Bear McCreary
Film and TV composer behind the scores for 'Battlestar Galactica', 'The Walking Dead' and 'God of War', taking his orchestral-meets-metal sound to the stage.
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About Bear McCreary
Bear McCreary is a symphonic metal artist from Los Angeles, CA.
Bear McCreary is an American composer who studied at the USC Thornton School of Music and worked under the film composer Elmer Bernstein before building a career in television, film and games. Beyond his best-known scores, his credits include 'Outlander', 'Black Sails', 'Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.' and 'The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power'.
His writing often pairs a full orchestra with folk instruments, choirs and distorted guitars. In 2024 he released 'The Singularity', a concept album under his own name built around that orchestral and heavy-rock combination, featuring guest vocalists from the metal world.
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Questions about Bear McCreary
What festivals is Bear McCreary playing in 2027?
Bear McCreary is booked at 1 festival we cover: Sonic Temple 2027.
Is Bear McCreary playing Sonic Temple 2027?
Yes, Bear McCreary is on the Sonic Temple 2027 lineup, May 13–16, 2027 at Historic Crew Stadium, Columbus, OH. They play Friday, May 14.
Where is Bear McCreary from?
Bear McCreary is from Los Angeles, CA.
What was Bear McCreary's first album?
Bear McCreary's first album was The Singularity (2024). The latest is The Singularity: Ekleipsis (2026).
What kind of music does Bear McCreary play?
Bear McCreary plays symphonic metal and soundtrack.