Two Big Wins at the Inaugural Forward Film Festival 🏆

Forward Film and Television Festival, Birmingham's newest festival celebrating local, regional and international films and TV, just announced their winners which included two films featuring my original soundtracks! No Worries if Not!, Emma Hodgkinson's hilarious tale of a people pleaser, took home "Best Comedy Short" and Daniel's Room, an unsettling psychological horror from director Jack Richardson, was award "Best West Midlands Film".

It is such a joy to see all the hard work and love poured into these projects recognised, especially as both films were made by cast and crew from the Midlands. Please keep an eye out for more news on both of these brilliant short films in future.

"Otto's Galactic Groove!!" Soundtrack Release & Game Update 🪐

The full soundtrack album for Playdate action-rhythm game Otto's Galactic Groove!! is out today on Black Screen Records! The 16-track album is a throwback mixtape of technicolour tunes from across the musical spectrum that will surprise and delight. Hop on board with Otto the spacefaring sea slug to explore this galaxy of an album, out now on all platforms!

From riot grrl punk to instrumental hip-hop, alternative rock to chiptune and more, there’s a constellation of y2k-inspired genres to boogie your way through. Each track is packed with catchy melodies and upbeat grooves custom made for rhythm-action gameplay that will get your head boppin’ and toes tappin’. Get a taste of the track Squarely in the Groove below:

The game has also just launched with a major update as a standalone title on Playdate catalog where you can buy it a -25% launch discount! Dive back into the game with 5 new tracks from other Season 2 titles, achievements and new characters! If you haven't had a chance to hop in Otto's UFO, now is the perfect time. I hope you enjoy my soundtrack album and the game, as a team we have poured all our love for rhythm games into this very special project 💖

Documentary Short "Service" Out Now 🏙️

Carl Woods' documentary short Service, featuring my original score, sound design and mix, has just premiered online! A MADEBYBRUM Presentation, 'Service' tells the story of one of the UK's finest chef's, and how growing up within alternative culture in Birmingham, shaped his vision for 'The Wilderness'. More than an ode to good food and alternative culture, this is a call to action to take pride in our city, and stand up for independent culture, in the face of austerity, cuts, and apathy. A punk look at food, culture, and the places we call home, watch below:

As a proud Brummie it was an absolute joy working with the team who previously made Dumpling Story and help bring this film to life through sound and music. Make sure to follow MADEBYBRUM on instagram to keep up to date with future films and more.