Supergiant Games has made the full recording of its Hades musical concert, Ballads of the Underworld, available to watch for free online. The show celebrated music from both Hades and Hades 2, and featured a live orchestra, a conductor, three singers, and two composers performing together on stage.
The concert brought the London Mozart Players together with conductor Austin Wintory, who co-composed the music for Hades. Singers Judy Alice Lee (Melinoë), Erin Yvette (Scylla), and Colin Ryan (Apollo) performed live alongside Supergiant composer Darren Korb and vocalist Ashley Barrett.
The Orchestra Behind the Show
The London Mozart Players provided the orchestral accompaniment for the concert. Wintory conducted the ensemble throughout the evening.
The video is segmented according to a setlist listed in the video’s description, making it easy to jump between tracks. The recording captures the full performance, from opening numbers through to the finale.
Standout Moments From the Concert
Several tracks stood out during the show. Here is a selection of the highlights:
- Moonlight Guide Us opens the concert at the top of the set, though the encore version did not make it into the recording.
- I Am Gonna Claw (Out Your Eyes Then Drown You to Death) arrives at 16:48 in the video.
- Colin Ryan sings Fated Glory at 46:00, showcasing his distinctive vocal range.
- Darren Korb closes the show with an incredible falsetto during the final few numbers.
Who Performed in the Show
The concert drew performers from across the Hades universe. Each singer brought a distinct character to the stage.
- Judy Alice Lee sang as Melinoë, the underworld goddess from the game.
- Erin Yvette performed as Scylla, the sea monster.
- Colin Ryan sang as Apollo, the sun god.
- Ashley Barrett joined Darren Korb as vocalist for the concert.
Darren Korb is the Supergiant composer. Wintory conducted the orchestra.
What Comes Next For Supergiant
Supergiant is currently figuring out what project follows Hades 2. The company has not announced anything yet.
A separate documentary series from Noclip is also focusing on the development of Hades 2. The first episode has been released, giving fans insight into how the game came together.
| Role | Performer |
|---|---|
| Conductor | Austin Wintory |
| Orchestra | London Mozart Players |
| Singer (Melinoë) | Judy Alice Lee |
| Singer (Scylla) | Erin Yvette |
| Singer (Apollo) | Colin Ryan |
| Composer / Vocalist | Darren Korb |
| Vocalist | Ashley Barrett |
The concert was recorded in segments according to the setlist in the video’s description. This makes it easy for viewers to jump between songs without hunting through a long playlist.
Where to Watch the Concert
The full concert is available to watch for free online. The recording includes all the performances from the show, segmented according to the setlist.
The concert is a celebration of the music from Hades and Hades 2. It brings together the live orchestra, the conductor, and the singers who perform the game’s soundtrack.
The show is a reminder of how much music matters to players. A live orchestra, a conductor, three singers, and two composers brought together for a concert celebrating Hades 1 and 2, now freely available to watch in full.
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