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Labrinth Exits 'Euphoria,' Hans Zimmer Takes Over

4/12/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Labrinth, the Emmy-winning composer for HBO's Euphoria, will exit ahead of the April 12, 2026 premiere.
He says the departure stems from feeling disrespected during the collaboration.
He removed his music from the show after a now-deleted Instagram post criticizing the industry and Columbia.
Hans Zimmer will be the sole composer for the series.
Sam Levinson acknowledged Labrinth's significant contributions to the show's sound.

History

Historical Context

HBO's *Euphoria*, which premiered in 2019, gained acclaim for its innovative music and storytelling, winning an Emmy for Outstanding Original Music in 2022. However, composer Labrinth's recent exit ahead of the 2026 season reflects ongoing tensions in the industry, echoing past criticisms from artists like Prince and Taylor Swift regarding creative control and treatment, highlighting persistent challenges in artist collaborations.

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Story summary

Labrinth, the Emmy-winning composer for HBO's Euphoria, will exit ahead of the April 12, 2026 premiere.
He says the departure stems from feeling disrespected during the collaboration.
He removed his music from the show after a now-deleted Instagram post criticizing the industry and Columbia.
Hans Zimmer will be the sole composer for the series.
Sam Levinson acknowledged Labrinth's significant contributions to the show's sound.

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