Andrew Hulshult 2024 Interview: DOOM IDKFA, Blood Swamps, DUSK, Iron Lung, AMID EVIL, Music, Guitars, Cold Brew Coffee, and More

This extensive interview with Andrew Hulshult, a prominent video game composer, delves into his career, creative process, and musical influences. The conversation covers a wide range of topics, from his early work on projects like Rise of the Triad and Duke Nukem 3D Reloaded to his more recent contributions to titles such as DOOM Eternal, Amid Evil, and Nightmare Reaper.

Hulshult discusses the challenges and misconceptions surrounding video game music, emphasizing the importance of balancing artistic vision with the demands of the industry. He shares insights into his compositional techniques, explaining how he adapts his style to fit the unique atmosphere and tone of each game while still maintaining his distinctive musical identity. The interview also explores his gear and equipment, including his favored guitars, amplifiers, and effects pedals.

A significant portion of the discussion centers on Hulshult's work on DOOM Eternal's DLC, The Ancient Gods, including the highly popular (but officially unreleased) track "Blood Swamps." He details the collaborative process with id Software, the creative freedom he was given, and the challenges of working within the established sonic landscape of the DOOM franchise. The interview also touches upon his experiences composing for other notable games like DUSK, Bombshell, Prodeus, and WRATH: Aeon of Ruin, highlighting the unique challenges and rewards of each project.

Beyond video games, Hulshult shares his experiences composing for the Markiplier film Iron Lung, discussing the differences between composing for film and games, and the collaborative process with Markiplier. He also reflects on his first chiptune album, Dusk 82, and the possibility of future projects in this genre. The interview concludes with discussions of Hulshult's musical influences, his daily routine, and his thoughts on the future of his career.

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