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. He discusses his work on various titles, including Rise of the Triad: 2013, Bombshell, Nightmare Reaper, Prodeus, Amid Evil, and the DOOM Eternal DLC, offering insights into his collaborations and the challenges of composing for different games.

Hulshult shares anecdotes about his early career, the misconceptions surrounding video game music, and the evolution of his musical style. He details his equipment, including his preferred guitars, pickups, amps, and effects pedals, providing a glimpse into his creative setup. The interview also covers his experiences composing for the Iron Lung film soundtrack, his collaboration with Markiplier, and the impact of budget on his approach to composition.

He reflects on his work on the IDKFA soundtrack and its subsequent official release as part of the DOOM and DOOM II remasters, highlighting the collaborative process and the emotional significance of completing the DOOM II soundtrack. The conversation touches upon his influences, favorite bands (including Gojira and Metallica), and his thoughts on the evolution of his own musical style and the music of other artists.

The interview concludes with a discussion of his daily routine, his thoughts on recent Metallica albums, a favorite lesser-known track ("Splitting Time" from Amid Evil DLC), and a personal anecdote about a cherished piece of music memorabilia. He also speculates on hypothetical future projects, expressing interest in composing for a potential Duke Nukem reboot or Minecraft, and for films like Man on Fire or American Gangster.