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Rom Di Prisco

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Rom Di Prisco
Also known asMorphadron
BornAugust 30, 1972; 52 years ago (1972-08-30)
GenresElectronica, Goa trance, psytrance, breakbeat, big beat
Occupation(s)Composer, producer, sound designer
Instrument(s)Keyboards, synthesizers, turntables, guitar, bass
Years active1990s–present
Websitewww.romdiprisco.com

Rom Di Prisco (born August 30, 1972), sometimes known as Morphadron, is a Canadian electronic composer. He has provided music for over 30 video games, including the Need for Speed series (second through fifth games),[1] SSX Tricky,[1] NHL series (2000-2002),[2] Spy Hunter 2,[1] Unreal Tournament 3,[3] Guacamelee![4] and Fortnite.[2]

Di Prisco also produces remixes for other artists including Christopher Lawrence, Unit:187, 3kStatic, and Count Your Curses.[5] In addition, he also works on music for films and television programs. Some of his music in film and television include Saw 2, The Oprah Winfrey Show, America's Next Top Model, and The Sopranos, among many others.[5]

During an interview with game-ost.com, Di Prisco mentioned some of his influences: Leftfield, Skinny Puppy, The Prodigy, I Start Counting, PWEI, New Order, FSOL, Red Flag, Daft Punk, The Cure, Kraftwerk, Underworld, Thompson Twins, D.A.F., Howard Jones, and Nitzer Ebb.[6][1]

In December 2010, Di Prisco released his debut solo album, Cryptidalia. The album is currently available as a choose-your-price (including free) download from his website.[6]

Discography

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References

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  1. ^ a b c d Greening, Chris. "Interview with Rom Di Prisco". Game Music Online. Archived from the original on 2 April 2012. Retrieved 4 September 2014.
  2. ^ a b Di Prisco, Rom. "Credits". Rom Di Prisco official website.
  3. ^ D., Spence (December 19, 2007). "Unreal Tournament 3: The Soundtrack". IGN. Retrieved September 4, 2014.
  4. ^ L., Stefan (23 December 2013). "TSA Game Of The Year 2013 - Soundtracks". The Sixth Axis. Retrieved 4 September 2014.
  5. ^ a b Di Prisco, Rom. "Bio". Rom Di Prisco official website. Retrieved 4 September 2014.
  6. ^ a b Naumenko, Michael; Flamberg (April 2011). "Rom Di Prisco Interview: The Joy of Creating New Sounds". Game-OST. Retrieved 4 September 2014.
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