Martin O'Donnell

Martin O'Donnell is an American composer and sound designer best known for his iconic work in video game music, particularly for the "Halo" series. Born on May 1, 1955, O'Donnell gained widespread acclaim for his innovative blending of orchestral and choral elements, which established a new standard for atmospheric and immersive game soundtracks. His compositions for "Halo: Combat Evolved" (2001) and its sequels became synonymous with the franchise, greatly enhancing the narrative and emotional depth of the gameplay experience. O'Donnell's work earned him multiple awards, including BAFTA and G.A.N.G. awards, solidifying his legacy in the industry. His unique approach not only defined the sound of "Halo" but also influenced countless composers in the realm of video game music.

Number of Songs: 47

Songs composed by Martin O'Donnell

A Walk in the Woods

Game: Halo

Platform: Microsoft Xbox

Antediluvia (Mercy's Death)

Game: Halo 2

Platform: Microsoft Xbox

Arbiter's Theme: Floodgate

Game: Halo 3

Platform: Microsoft Xbox 360

Battle Theme (Arranged)

Game: Halo

Platform: Microsoft Xbox

Battle Theme (Strings Only)

Game: Halo

Platform: Microsoft Xbox

Brothers in Arms

Game: Halo

Platform: Microsoft Xbox

Covenant Dance

Game: Halo

Platform: Microsoft Xbox

Devils... Monsters...

Game: Halo

Platform: Microsoft Xbox

Drumrun

Game: Halo

Platform: Microsoft Xbox

Dust and Echoes

Game: Halo

Platform: Microsoft Xbox

Earth City

Game: Halo 2

Platform: Microsoft Xbox

Finish the Fight

Game: Halo 3

Platform: Piano Only

First Volley

Game: Halo 2

Platform: Microsoft Xbox

Flawed Legacy

Game: Halo 2

Platform: Microsoft Xbox

Follow (1st Movement of the Odyssey)

Game: Halo 2

Platform: Microsoft Xbox

Halo

Game: Halo

Platform: Microsoft Xbox

Halo (2)

Game: Halo

Platform: Microsoft Xbox

Halo (3)

Game: Halo

Platform: Microsoft Xbox

Halo Concert Band Medley

Game: Halo Series

Platform: Medleys

Heretic Hero

Game: Halo 2

Platform: Microsoft Xbox

Heretic Hero (2)

Game: Halo 2

Platform: Microsoft Xbox

Heretic, Hero (Remix)

Game: Halo 2

Platform: Microsoft Xbox

Impend

Game: Halo 2

Platform: Microsoft Xbox

Lament for Private Jenkins

Game: Halo

Platform: Microsoft Xbox

Leonidas

Game: Halo 2

Platform: Microsoft Xbox

Loading Screen

Game: Halo 2

Platform: Microsoft Xbox

Main Theme - Extended Maw Version

Game: Halo

Platform: Piano Only

Peril

Game: Halo 2

Platform: Piano Only

Peril (Remix)

Game: Halo 2

Platform: Microsoft Xbox

Prologue

Game: Halo 2

Platform: Microsoft Xbox

Siege of Madrigal

Game: Halo

Platform: Microsoft Xbox

Siege of Madrigal (2) (v2.0)

Game: Halo

Platform: Microsoft Xbox

Strings Theme

Game: Halo

Platform: Microsoft Xbox

Strings Theme (2)

Game: Halo

Platform: Microsoft Xbox

The Gun Pointed At the Head of the Universe

Game: Halo

Platform: Microsoft Xbox

The Last Spartan

Game: Halo 2

Platform: Microsoft Xbox

The Maw (Guitar Remix)

Game: Halo

Platform: Microsoft Xbox

The Silent Cartographer - "Rock Anthem for Saving the World"

Game: Halo

Platform: Microsoft Xbox

Theme

Game: Halo 2

Platform: Microsoft Xbox

Theme (2)

Game: Halo 2

Platform: Microsoft Xbox

Theme (3)

Game: Halo 2

Platform: Microsoft Xbox

Theme (Remix)

Game: Halo 2

Platform: Microsoft Xbox

Title Screen - "Never Forget"

Game: Halo 3

Platform: Microsoft Xbox 360

Title Screen - "Never Forget" (2)

Game: Halo 3

Platform: Microsoft Xbox 360

Under Cover of Night

Game: Halo

Platform: Microsoft Xbox