Biography
The Synthetic Orchestra is Blake Robinson and his collection of ultra-realistic sample libraries and software. Born in London, England, Blake Robinson has been obsessed with computer generated music from a young age. From his humble roots as a kid hacking away at Protracker on his Atari ST, Blake now utilises a top-of-the-range workstation to create epic orchestral pieces and lush symphonic soundtracks from the comfort of his home.
As an influential and experienced developer in the music software industry, Blake's knowledge of the synthetic instruments at his disposal is in tip-top shape. His work on industry standard libraries such as Cinesamples' CineBrass, Spitfire's BML and Symphonic series, Albion and Bespoke range means that he has all the tools and experience necessary to create realistic orchestral mock-ups extremely efficiently. His ability to work on a tight budget and schedule allows him to provide independent video-game developers and movie producers with high quality orchestrated music that may not usually be available to them.
When he's not developing top of the range tools for musicians, or scoring original soundtracks for video games and films, Blake hones his orchestration skills as a well known and respected re-mixer. Through social media, his freely-available music (featuring more than 26 hours and 730 tracks of iconic video game orchestrations and original music) has racked up more than 150 million listens from roughly 5 million people following his work on Youtube, Spotify, Soundcloud and Apple Music.
Gloom Darkheart
Gloom Darkheart is an enigmatic musical artist and frequent collaborator with Blake Robinson's Synthetic Orchestra. Known for their dark, theatrical style, Gloom Darkheart's vocal work and lyrical contributions often delve into haunting, macabre themes, weaving narratives that blur the line between the eerie and the whimsical. Their collaborations, such as on tracks like "Widow Me This" and "One by One," highlight a distinct flair for combining brooding storytelling with orchestral soundscapes.
Drawing from influences in gothic and dark fantasy, Gloom Darkheart brings an intense, dramatic presence to each performance, captivating audiences with both voice and atmosphere. Whether crafting chilling tales or pushing emotional boundaries through music, Gloom Darkheart embodies the darker side of artistic expression.
Discography & Releases
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2021
LOST IN RANDOM SOUNDTRACK
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2020
PORTAL KNIGHTS VOLUME 4 SOUNDTRACK
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2019
PORTAL KNIGHTS VOLUME 3 SOUNDTRACK
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2017
PORTAL KNIGHTS VOLUME 2 SOUNDTRACK
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2016
PORTAL KNIGHTS VOLUME 1 SOUNDTRACK
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2015
CRAFTY CANDY SOUNDTRACK
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2014
MYSTERY MATCH SOUNDTRACK
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2014
CHRONO TRIGGER SYMPHONY VOLUME 3
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2013
THE STANLEY PARABLE OFFICIAL SOUNDTRACK
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2013
CHRONO TRIGGER SYMPHONY VOLUME 2
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2013
CHRONO TRIGGER SYMPHONY VOLUME 1
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2013
BANJO-KAZOOIE SYMPHONY
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2013
SUPER METROID SYMPHONY
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2013
VIDEO GAME ORCHESTRATIONS VOLUME 2
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2013
ORIGINALS VOLUME 2
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2013
NUMNUMNUMNUM
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2012
AN UNHEALTHY OBSESSION
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2012
BLOOD AND BONES
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2012
DEXTER FOR ORCHESTRA
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2012
VIDEO GAME ORCHESTRATIONS VOLUME 1
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2012
THE BIOSHOCK SONG : INSTRUMENTAL
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2012
ORIGINALS VOLUME 1
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2012
TRIVIA HARVEST ORIGINAL SOUNDTRACK
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2011
OFFICIAL NOKIA RINGTONE 'ORCHESTRA'
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2011
PIRATES OF NEW HORIZONS SOUNDTRACK
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2010
MULTIVADERS: SEASON 1 SOUNDTRACK
Clients & projects
Here's a taste of some of the projects and clients that The Synthetic Orchestra has had the privilege of creating music for over the years. You can find out more about each client or project by clicking the logo.
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Lost In Random
Official soundtrack
Zoink! -
Portal Knights
Official soundtrack
Keen Games -
Stanley Parable
Official soundtrack
Galactic Cafe -
Terraria
Official trailers
505 Games -
Pirates
Official soundtrack
Exit Strategy -
Various titles
Official trailers
EA -
Various titles
Official soundtracks
Outplay -
Various titles
Background music
Thunderhumor
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT THE SYNTHETIC ORCHESTRA
Another thing that does help you get drawn into the crazy world of Lost in Random is the music which is exceptionally strong throughout. It really is a beautiful score that complements the action on the screen perfectly every single time.
RadioTimes
Blake Robinson has literally underscored Lost in Random with outstanding music that is always on the edge of eerie, while simultaneously helping us make sense of the world through use of the repeated motifs.
Cog Connected
The Synthetic Orchestra has given Portal Knights a lovely soundtrack, one that is both epic and delightful. It’s most definitely one of those which you’ll find swirling round in your head for days to come.
The XBOX Hub
Blake Robinson's work on the Portal Knights Soundtrack is nothing short of excellent and features an exceptional orchestral sound.
Original Sound Version
Portal Knights has a charm that will keep you playing and a soundtrack that is so delightful it will be the only sound playing in the room when you have it on.
Impulse Gamer
The music of Portal Knights is charming and gives off extreme Rare vibes, to the point where I had to check the credits to make sure Grant Kirkhope hadn’t sneakily done another soundtrack I didn’t know about last year.
N-Europe
Blake Robinson's Super Metroid Symphony is a masterful orchestral rendition of the series's landmark soundtrack. The samples used are extremely high quality - about the closest you can get outside of the real deal.
Metroid Database
Blake's work is full of life, multi-layered, and textured. If you were to listen to the album without any prior knowledge of its provenance, it would be frighteningly easy to mistake it for a live orchestra.
Giant Fire Breathing Robot
However I try to define my taste in video game music, I can at least point to Robinson's Synthetic Orchestra and say, "There. That guy. That's how you do it."
Legacy Control
This guy is brilliant. Video game soundtrack remakes using absolutely cutting-edge samples. You'll be surprised.
Singly Noted
I wish I could say there was a bad track on here but there really isn't, he has not only added to the original tracks but in some cases made them better.
Following the Nerd
Blake is best known as Synthetic Orchestra, making beautiful and playful classical/film-score/game genre music.
Image-Line Software
The alarmingly productive Synthetic Orchestra and it's sole composer and arranger, Blake Robinson, are thoroughly brilliant.
NINTENDO GAMER
The Synthetic Orchestra makes beautiful arrangements. His Music is simply amazing.
DESTRUCTOID
You'll think it's the real thing: only a close listen on headphones reveals otherwise
ORIGINAL SOUND VERSION
We have to say that Mr. Robinson has a history of taking old video game compositions and making spectacular orchestral arrangements.
THASAUCE
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