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John B Reimagines the Iconic Halo Theme in His Latest Drum & Bass Anthem
Internationally acclaimed Drum & Bass producer and DJ John B unveils his next epic single: a powerful and uplifting reimagining of the legendary Halo theme. Set for release on 12 June via his Beta Recordings imprint, Halo transforms one of the most iconic video game soundtracks of all time into a cinematic, adrenaline-fueled Drum & Bass masterpiece.
Originally composed by Martin O’Donnell and Michael Salvatori for the groundbreaking 2001 video game Halo: Combat Evolved, the original theme is instantly recognisable for its haunting Gregorian-style choir, powerful orchestration, and otherworldly atmosphere. With this new DNB version, John B brings the theme into 2025 with driving two-step drums, reese basslines, soaring synths, and massive cinematic energy – while preserving the epic emotional weight of the original.
Staying true to the spirit of the source material, John B recreated every element from scratch, using authentic-sounding orchestral textures, layered choirs, and modern synths — all performed and produced without using any direct samples from the original. The result is a respectful, high-octane tribute that blends nostalgia with forward-thinking sound design, delivering a track equally at home in a DJ set or on a gaming playlist.
Halo lands as John B enters one of the busiest and most exciting phases of his career to date. Alongside a packed international DJ schedule – with upcoming appearances at TwitchCon Rotterdam, Newquay, Tallinn, and COAL Festival in the Czech Republic – John is also making his scoring debut, having recently signed on to create the soundtrack for his first feature film, as well as composing original music for a video game project.
The release also kicks off a heavy run of new music, including an upcoming single with MC Fava, fresh material from John’s covers project Wyld Dogz, and more upcoming collaborations with Magellan Starchild – continuing to showcase his versatility across the spectrum of Drum & Bass and beyond.
With this release, John B bridges the worlds of gaming and DNB, paying tribute to a timeless classic while pushing the genre forward with his trademark cinematic style, infectious energy, and unmistakable creative vision.
Check out the track on Soundcloud here:
For more information and updates on John B and his upcoming release, stay tuned to his social media channels and visit www.beta-recordings.com.
