Zack Hemsey
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Zack Hemsey is an American composer and recording artist, best known for the use of his music in film trailers. A notable example was "Trailer 3" of the 2010 movie Inception
which included his composed piece "Mind Heist"; it is a common misconception that the piece for this trailer was composed by Hans Zimmer
because Zimmer composed the official score for the movie itself. Hemsey's music has also been used in trailers for The Town
, Trust
, and Ridley Scott's
Robin Hood
. "Mind Heist" is also used in the introduction video for the video game Madden NFL 12
. His track "See What I've Become" has also appeared in trailers and the website for TNT's Falling Skies.
Hemsey began his career as the composer for an obscure hip-hop group called Nine Leaves, where he was also one of five lyricists / MCs. He is currently an independent artist, self releasing his own studio albums, all of which tend to combine elements of orchestral score, hip-hop, and world instrumentation.
EPs
Singles
Studio albums (under Nine Leaves)
Inception
Inception: The Subconscious Jams 1994-1995 is a compilation of unreleased tracks by the band Download.-Track listing:# "Primitive Tekno Jam" – 3:23# "Bee Sting Sickness" – 8:04# "Weed Acid Techno" – 8:19...
which included his composed piece "Mind Heist"; it is a common misconception that the piece for this trailer was composed by Hans Zimmer
Hans Zimmer
Hans Florian Zimmer is a German film composer and music producer. He has composed music for over 100 films, including critically acclaimed film scores for The Lion King , Crimson Tide , The Thin Red Line , Gladiator , The Dark Knight and Inception .Zimmer spent the early part of his career in the...
because Zimmer composed the official score for the movie itself. Hemsey's music has also been used in trailers for The Town
The Town (2010 film)
The Town is a 2010 crime film starring, co-written, and directed by Ben Affleck adapted from Chuck Hogan's novel Prince of Thieves. The film opened in theaters in the United States on September 17, 2010 at number one with more than $23 million and positive reviews...
, Trust
Trust (2010 film)
Trust is a 2010 American drama film directed by David Schwimmer and based on a screenplay by Andy Bellin and Robert Festinger. It stars Clive Owen, Catherine Keener, Viola Davis, and Noah Emmerich.-Plot:...
, and Ridley Scott's
Ridley Scott
Sir Ridley Scott is an English film director and producer. His most famous films include The Duellists , Alien , Blade Runner , Legend , Thelma & Louise , G. I...
Robin Hood
Robin Hood (2010 film)
Robin Hood is a 2010 British/American adventure film based on the Robin Hood legend, directed by Ridley Scott and starring Russell Crowe and Cate Blanchett...
. "Mind Heist" is also used in the introduction video for the video game Madden NFL 12
Madden NFL 12
Madden NFL 12 is an American football video game based on the National Football League published by EA Sports and developed by EA Tiburon. It was released on August 30, 2011 in North America and September 2, 2011 in Europe...
. His track "See What I've Become" has also appeared in trailers and the website for TNT's Falling Skies.
Hemsey began his career as the composer for an obscure hip-hop group called Nine Leaves, where he was also one of five lyricists / MCs. He is currently an independent artist, self releasing his own studio albums, all of which tend to combine elements of orchestral score, hip-hop, and world instrumentation.
Discography
Studio albums- Empty Room (2010)
- The Way (2011)
EPs
- Mind Heist (2011)
Singles
- Empty Room (Trailer Version) (2010)
- R.E.F. (Warrior's Lullabye) (2010)
- Lifespan (Resurrection) (2011)
- Revelations (Remix) (2011)
- Changeling (New Beginnings) (2011)
Studio albums (under Nine Leaves)
- Nine Leaves (2006)
- Peace In Death (2008)
Film trailer credits
| Film | Song Title | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Inception Inception Inception: The Subconscious Jams 1994-1995 is a compilation of unreleased tracks by the band Download.-Track listing:# "Primitive Tekno Jam" – 3:23# "Bee Sting Sickness" – 8:04# "Weed Acid Techno" – 8:19... |
"Mind Heist" | 2010 |
| The Town The Town (2010 film) The Town is a 2010 crime film starring, co-written, and directed by Ben Affleck adapted from Chuck Hogan's novel Prince of Thieves. The film opened in theaters in the United States on September 17, 2010 at number one with more than $23 million and positive reviews... |
"Redemption" | 2010 |
| Trust Trust (2010 film) Trust is a 2010 American drama film directed by David Schwimmer and based on a screenplay by Andy Bellin and Robert Festinger. It stars Clive Owen, Catherine Keener, Viola Davis, and Noah Emmerich.-Plot:... |
"Changeling" | 2011 |