Interview with Christopher Tin

Watch Christopher Tin discuss the development of his new theme song for Civilization VI, “Sogno di Volare.” SUBSCRIBE for First Looks and tips from the developers of Civilization - 2kgam.es/CivilizationYT
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[@gabrieldelapena7975]

Christopher Tin should be a great musician character in Civ 6 what do you guys think.

[@wampower6848]

Gabriel dela Pena I concur good sir

[@valamaas]

Sounds good but somewhat related and somewhat not was the addition of the XCOM unit in Civ 5. (Giant Death Robot too)

[@atesgoksu9426]

Shiit, Im totally behind this. It would be an awesome gesture of gratitude from the devs.

[@nc2669]

Seriously! :D

[@ANJROTmania]

its definitely a good choice, since most of the recent great persons mostly werent be able to be featured due to copyrights

[@ivankraljevic1]

Oh great Christopher Tin, your fans call upon you once again, can you lead your symphony to greatness, will you build a soundtrack that can stand the test of time?

[@telivan776]

Grunf Modders Go!

[@civilization]

We think he's nailed it yet again!

[@ivankraljevic1]

It looks so,it sounds so

[@JackgarPrime]

+Sid Meier's Civilization It sounds good so far! Baba Yetu is a VERY tough act to follow, but what I can hear here is really great. I look forward to being able to hear it in full soon!

[@michaelhubble]

Dude I love you. This is fantastic.

[@Tylernal]

So glad Christopher Tin is back, he's an amazing musician.

[@civilization]

We're thrilled to have him back. He's incredibly talented.

[@senorstronk]

oh man, that baba yetu from civ 4 is GOAT. He even won a grammy for it. Tin is the man.

[@civilization]

He definitely is!

[@FernandoSV]

can't stop noticing the beautiful building, he looks like a civ leader with that background... where is he?

[@fredfoshizzle4891]

xD you're right he does

[@magikmann3952]

MODDERS GET ON IT

[@yomanos]

Greenscreen Town, Pacific Ocean.

[@CamAndSeb]

We filmed this in Bath, England :)

[@BJ-vp2nz]

Lmao

[@GamerZakh]

I only recently found out that Christopher Tin also did the music for Offworld Trading Company. Really great stuff.

[@TheMetalfreak360]

Cool to see you here GamerZakh. Can we get a video about how the music changes throughout the ages? :)

[@GamerZakh]

TheMetalfreak360 Maybe when I get to play the game and listen to enough tracks. I heard each Civ has a track for each age. That's a lot of music.

[@Jacob-qr8pl]

That's awesome!

[@MrWorldCrafts]

Actually, I loved the first Civilization V Main Theme song so much. Now imagine Firaxis trolling us, you launch Civ VI and you hear...*TEEEEEEEEEEERAAAAA NOOOOOOOVAAAAAAA*

[@georgesears934]

I thought the original was good but a bit on the bland side, Gods and Kings was very good but felt pretty slow for a civ theme song which as the composer here pointed out are typically all about movement, and Brave New World... I have to mute the main menu just so I don't hear that on launching the game. Dreadful.

[@ViceAdmiralHoratioNeIson]

Look up Ujuba na Takaburi from Civ V. IMO that's a much better menu theme than terra nova.

[@ChokyDaWerehusky]

It's surely a great Song. But I'm really sick off hearing TEEEEERA NOOOOOVA all the freaking time when you start theGame, as it does get annyoing after 1000 Hours of playing the Game, lmao

[@MsZsc]

Civ V BNW title theme vs. *CSGO title theme*

[@bolerie]

At 1:00 Chris got an angry stare from an executive off-screen and had to save that sentence

[@UnordinaryCarl]

lol wagie wagie great musician

[@JupixG]

Best video game composer ever, couldn't have chosen better for Civ 6. Baba Yetu was and still is magnificent.

[@rayanhey2411]

I hop for Christopher Tin a other award for his music

[@GoodGarret777]

The new theme is good, but it's no baba yetu

[@HadrianLP]

YOU HAVEN'T EVEN HEARD IT ALL

[@GoodGarret777]

Hadrian Someone needs to chill the fuck out.

[@alluraambrose2978]

I loved baba Yetu, but its more african themed would fit right in with the lion king which is composed to hans zimmer, so this guy is really good, have a bit of faith in him:)

[@HadrianLP]

Someone needs a sense of humor.

[@GoodGarret777]

Hadrian Yes because screeching in full caps lock is a "joke" now. Fuck me.

[@Khrayfish]

Not really sure how a musical piece based on the creation of human civilisation can be defined as 'overly-bombastic'.

[@RoupMcgee]

Vince I think he was referring to his music in general. That a lot of people describe it as bombastic. I love his music personally. But hey, some won't. Whatever.

[@Sentinalh]

I think I may cry when I hear this whole song for the first time

[@HadrianLP]

Well?

[@Sentinalh]

Hadrian I didn't actually, but sometimes I just sit on the main menu listening to the song instead of playing the game.

[@HadrianLP]

Good enough.

[@komradetuniska2003]

It's not Baba Yetu but atleast it's better than TERRA NOVAAAAAAAAAAAA EEEEEEEEEEEE *ears pops up*

[@HadrianLP]

Nickelback is better than Terra Nova.

[@deniso.5753]

Where was the Nickelback's music in Civ games earlier? (Sry for this awful english)

[@ANJROTmania]

Pleb

[@purugigi]

lmaoooo, Terra Nova wasn't that bad

[@AIEarth999]

Wtf, Terra Nova wasn't that bad.. lmao

[@amiramduby]

Baba Yetu gives you the chills... this however is just... great

[@Red0Wn]

This did also give me chills Both are very good

[@civilization]

We can't wait for you to hear "Sogno di Volare" in it's entirety next week :)

[@LeahLuciB]

BUT WHY CAN'T WE HAVE IT NOOOOOOOOW D:

[@mikewright7964]

After actually tearing up from Baby Yetu several times, you become my hero Christopher Tin. Thank you.

[@dkbibi]

He's right, you should NEVER aim to please everybody, because you'll end up just being bland. I support his "boldness"!

[@Marchello09]

I didn't believe it was possible, but this video actually got me even more pumped for Civilization 6!

[@tindella63]

Really enjoyed singing this at Cadogan Hall - it's first airing! Prima Vocal Ensemble joined Angel City and Lucis with a wonderful performance by the Royal Philharmonic!

[@user-wy2vp4qg3g]

You did it again. Sounds absolutely brilliant!

[@JJEMTT]

Sogno di Volare gives me chills. Awesome.

[@MarkAlphas]

Guys please stop comparing this to Baba Yetu, it's kinda unfair on Sogno di Volare. Baba Yetu is one of the greatest songs ever composed. Just getting close to it is a job well done.

[@Sondrebol]

Zer0 i know its unfair... But kind of imposible to not considering its not just the same game, but same composer.

[@moritzp.4437]

Zer0 I love the age of empires 3 music :P

[@XenophonSoulis]

No. Comparing Baba Yetu and Sogno di Volare is unfair for Baba Yetu.

[@jan-lukas]

When comparing those two, I think, that both are great, but just expressing different things

[@theLuigiguy-legacy]

Absolutely enchanting. Can't wait to hear the full song!

[@PaladinLuke]

I loved IV and Baba Yetu. And I am looking forward to the new theme. Hell, I'm looking forward to the game itself! THE HYPE IS REAL

[@tekjansen6686]

The soundtrack may be 'bombastic', but not 'overly bombastic'. It is supposed to be the soundtrack to a game about the human civilization, after all! I love it!

[@ThePanPrzygody]

Its sounds really good. I wait for OST on YT ^^ Great work Christopher!

[@thagamerzzz]

ThePanPrzygody just so you know. there is a channel called 'peaches lamb' who alreafy uploaded some civ 6 music

[@ThePanPrzygody]

O really? I must check it right now. Thanks for info!

[@TheSwiftFalcon]

Another wonderful Christopher Tin song judging by what I can hear in this video, looking forward to hearing the rest. Baba Yetu was amazing, one of my favorite pieces of music. I used to play it for my son before he was born, and it was the one most likely to get him kicking.

[@mikewright7964]

Sogno Di Volare always give me goosebumps Baba Yetu always make me tear up

[@kathya4488]

I think your music is Awesome. I was a teen in the 60’s and turned20 in 1070. We had literally All kind of music in our home. I Iove your “bombastic” music. I’ve never heard of it before I and just found it on Zulu Tube today. I’ve already played BABA YETU 5 times. Please keep being bombastic God bless you

[@KougaJ7]

2:38 I couldn't agree more. I don't think the music is "overly bombastic", I love the strength it has. It just evokes emotions in me which other music does not!

[@marianomaiademedeiros2254]

Thank you so much for this masterpiece Mr. Tim. You made me cry today, I felt so inspired, it restored my hope on my dreams today!

[@goodwh]

Love it! I´m looking forward to next Friday and enjoying it complete.

[@VeggieGamer]

Sounds great!! Though beating Baba Yetu and the CIV 5 - Gods & Kings theme is gonna be tough! ;)

[@Rynwlms]

This was shot in his home. They say so in the other video.

[@civilization]

We think you're really going to like this one!

[@philgreenfly211]

Hope this will be included in the Anniversary digital soundtrack, along with BabaYetu! Lovely, great work guys!

[@coastsouljah]

I have grown up on your music Mr. Tin. Thank you so much. It has enriched my life immensely. I've even seen other comments around saying this gives hope to people. Like hope on ourselves and the world. It's like fulfilling. Like there's this massive vacuum on earth for something and I think something like this could be it.. Seriously. I believe in civilization and the concept of the Super-Tribe. It's obvious we are all one. Our ancestors have been through all these lessons throughout the timeline. Now it's 2020, we know why liberty justice and democracy etc is so important. Another reason why I like the concept of civilizationalism, is that if you think of everything about the world from a civilization perspective it becomes clear on what we should do and where we should start. Naturally, all stats of your civ must go up. Eg: Fitness rates ^ Crime rates v Education and training rates ^ Drug addiction rates v Stem subjects (e.g. maths, physics) ^ Our history also highlights the need to watch for corruption, scams, power grabs and to be ultra careful about turning man into animal during war. And to watch politicians for dirty business.

[@nanettemccrone25]

A beautiful man. Thank you for your dreams xxxxx thank you for sharing with the world. You make me cry with hope

[@Hiddenbane]

love that they brought back Mr. Tin, great stuff

[@Heeroyui752]

Christopher Tin is a Genius. Baba Yetu, Calling all Dawns, The Drop that Contained the Sea. Genius!

[@civilization]

His music is seriously amazing. We're honored to have him back.

[@Heeroyui752]

Sid Meier's Civilization I can't wait to hear what you all produce.

[@tim0045]

Even though I haven’t played Civ in a very long time, I still have the music imprinted in my mind. Thank you Chris!

[@wardog3d]

I absolutely love the theme from Civ 6. It has been stuck in my head all day. It's the reason I'm here now. Amazing job.

[@garysanders6091]

Baba Yetu was a masterpiece truly, I don't know if there's any way someone can top it. But this new song sounds VERY good. I'm glad to hear the same composer came back to do Civ 6.

[@iRommero]

Dude, you rock! Baba Yetu pierced our minds and now you can't imagine civ without it!

[@civilization]

He's ready to do it all over again!

[@foulkesyboyz]

Christopher Tin your sound is incredible! I didn't realise you were doing the soundtrack for Civ VI but I will be buying that dam soundtrack as soon as I can, can't wait to hear what you've created

[@scienceme9794]

Am I the only one who started to cry even after only hearing those few short bits of Sogno Di Volare? It is just so wonderful, and I already love it. Well done Mr. Tin, well done.

[@ClashDashRoar]

The music is a huge improvement compared to civ 5. Magnificent!

[@civilization]

Thank you, we can't wait for you to hear it alongside the game's intro.

[@RickyKejmusic]

the unsolicited feedback is the best.. Loved this interview Chris.. fantastic!!

[@dkbibi]

Gave me chills!

[@wasuvat]

can't wait to listen this song in full version!

[@MonkeyspankO]

more short and sweet interviews like this with the creators please!

[@Rex1987]

sounds really good!

[@shamsquatch9980]

You know it's a great song when you come back to the interview over and over again just to listen to it.

[@vitriolix]

Sounds great!

[@NerdStuffGaming]

Sounds amazing. Think it's going to add so much. Gaming companies slowly realising great music makes games better, makes franchises memorable

[@civilization]

Civilization has always had a history of memorable music. Civilization VI will live up to that great pedigree!

[@nielsdanielbuch9022]

I remember Civilization III's expansion "Play the world" which had the best intro cinematic, which I have ever seen, I hope the intro lives up to my lofty expectations, Christopher Tin's music will certainly help a bit!

[@gunnergoz]

Brilliant. What a treat to see and hear the gift of genius applied.

[@williamwritepony9322]

Christopher Tin is such a fine composer. Anyone who liked Baba Yetu should check out his album "Calling All Dawns."

[@britishlobster3688]

OMG MIND BLOWN

[@susanperry4592]

I love your music. It is uplifting and inspiring. Keep going = we need a modern composer like you right now. .

[@DominickvdHoff]

i like this more than the civ 4 one! didn't think it was possible!

[@021liman]

this guy is a genius. two compositions for video games and both will be writen in history of music. congratz and i cant wait for CIV 8 :)

[@Samsonsamurai]

Love you!

[@Nagassh]

I wasn't really that disappointed in Civ V's music since I never expected it to rival Baba Yetu, that track was something special. This might rival it or at least come as close as you can get, it sounds fantastic.

[@vinniciusrosa8284]

AWESOME! Love his music!

[@joshuaclement1285]

[@ncbncb77]

Sounds glorious, I really liked it

[@bobluthardt9114]

Between this and Baba Yetu, I am convinced: Mr. Tin is one of the greatest composers not of our generation - but of all our generations.

[@dziltener]

I wonder if he also cried when he finally got to hear his own creation being performed by an orchestra and choir

[@Luke-tt3dt]

Sean Bean, Christopher Tin, possibly the most complex civilization game to date... I was cautious about this game when I first heard about it but now there is no stopping the hype train. CHOO CHOO

[@CerinAmroth]

Welcome to the Civ Hype Train! Destination: Civilization VI Release Estimated Arrival Date: 10/21/2016 Pre-ordered your ticket? So get in! *CHOOO* *CHOOO*

[@kartoffsun]

Bravo, Maestro!!

[@JackgarPrime]

Just one week to go! I'm very excited to not only play the game, but to see what you guys come up with to accompany this music for an opening movie. ...there is still going to be an opening movie, right?

[@joespencer471]

Beautiful theme. Will Civ VI play era based classical pieces like Civ IV? I fell in love with Dvorak and Brahms thanks to Civ IV!

[@samuelj.ciurcajr.2662]

So glad to have discovered another great composer.

[@herbivorethecarnivore8447]

When the full song is released, I am gonna shit my pants.

[@joenarrf6501]

He is amazing!

[@DanielA-yg3un]

It's so nice to hear that Christopher Tin is composing the music for Civilization 6. Civ 5 was sorely lacking the outstanding melody of baba yetu in its opening song (of which I can not even remember despite hearing it thousands of times before).

[@Bombom1300]

It was a pleasant song, but it wasn't Baba Yetu, and Sogno di Volare has already eclipsed it.

[@RoupMcgee]

Daniel A Civ 5 had a meh soundtrack in general. It was also rather small. I did like the regional aspect though.

[@RC-de3zs]

Wow, I am now a Christopher Tin fan. This song is epic.

[@alexandrebouvier7731]

Great job !!! :)

[@melvinhalmi6178]

OH MY GAD I'M SO HYPED FOR THIS GAME

[@niels6497]

I love the new theme!

[@mikkel1881]

Ive heard most if not all of his stuff, it is really amazing.

[@The97gtrs]

I'm sold!

[@michaelsnodgrass7615]

Christopher Tin is now one of my favorite modern day composers!!!!!!✔✔✔✔👍👌

[@NelsonFluckz]

I love this game and I love this song. ♥

[@bluelily2222]

@Christopher tin We salute the divinity in you...

[@Ravi9A]

The confidence you guys seem to have in this game is a really good sign.

[@YellowPricklyPear]

Christopher Tin should be inclueded in the list of Great Musicians :D

[@rcomp311]

Well done! It's powerful and as Christopher said, "bombastic" (but in a good sense). What can I say, I really like the new theme!

[@poingpoing11]

Its amazing, he should be very proud.

[@johnhawthorne8405]

a modest man who writes outstanding, moving and inspirational music.

[@SimCityEA1989]

New game New music simple as that people... (I like this theme better than baba yetu)

[@theStrider199]

Alright Sid when do we get the full version of sogno de volare?

[@Kelvryn]

Can we get a video with the full song? Sogno di Volare sounds awesome what little we can hear of it from this video and the trailer.

[@deeznutz57]

Sounds really good.

[@Tasarran]

Don't let anyone tell you its too bombastic, Chris!

[@dvdgamingthings289]

I love it Mr Tin bravo

[@Gamerad360]

Christopher TIn Legendary Artist, who makes music that does it for his wife.

[@TacSav253]

Legendary

[@casrvsfv3172]

The new theme is great!

[@FT0rres090]

legend

[@AineSherman]

❤️

[@th3_tea412]

the theme tune is one of the best parts of the game and this ones amazing