Boyd frames this as a natural artistic evolution, highlighting his lifelong passion for horror and sci-fi genres alongside a trusted creative partnership.
Insiders whisper that Boydβs move is less about artistic purity and more about diversifying his portfolio as Incubus remains dormant, leveraging his rock royalty status to break into Hollywoodβs exclusive scoring circles.
Boyd co-scored 'Unknown Company' with Gregory Rogove; the film stars Ross Marquand and is directed by Vincent Talenti, currently in post-production.
Brandon Boyd isn't just resting on his laurels; he's rewriting the soundtrack of his own career, proving that rock stars can indeed compose cinema.
Brandon Boyd, the enigmatic frontman of rock juggernaut Incubus, is officially pivoting from the stage to the scoring booth. In a move that has industry ears perking up, Boyd is making his feature film scoring debut on *Unknown Company*, a World War II sci-fi thriller that is currently deep in post-production. This isn't just a vanity project for a retired rock god; itβs a serious collaborative effort with indie musician and composer Gregory Rogove, marking a significant chapter in Boydβs artistic evolution beyond the band that defined late-90s alternative rock.
The film itself is a genre-bending beast, directed by Vincent Talenti (*Transformers: War for Cybertron*) and written by Gavin Hignight (*Gundam: Requiem for Vengeance*). The plot follows a small unit of American soldiers sent behind enemy lines in the final days of WWII to recover the wreckage of an unidentified object. What starts as a standard military mission quickly descends into psychological horror, forcing the soldiers to confront something beyond their understanding and testing the very fabric of their reality and loyalty.
Itβs a dark, creepy, and beautiful narrative that demanded a soundscape to match, a challenge Boyd claims he was intuitively ready to meet. Leading the ensemble cast is *The Walking Dead* alum Ross Marquand, known for his versatile voice work as Professor X and Apocalypse in *X-Men β97* and *Invincible*. The supporting lineup is equally impressive, featuring Hugh Scott from *Deadpool*, Zak Steiner from *Euphoria*, Mace Coronel from *That β90s Show*, and Kevin Brooks from *Glowzies*, along with Sarah Hay and Nolan North.
The production team includes Talenti alongside producers Eva Ceja, Dylan Palley, and Matt Ryan, with Bret Rudnick serving as executive producer. This isn't a small-time indie gamble; itβs a stacked project with serious talent on both sides of the camera. In a statement to The Hollywood Reporter, Boyd expressed genuine enthusiasm for the collaboration, noting his long-standing history with Rogove.
"I had such a great time doing this film score with my olβ pal Greg Rogove," Boyd said. He emphasized that after viewing a rough cut, he felt an immediate intuition about the "sounds and moods" required. For fans who grew up on Incubus hits like "Drive" and "Wish You Were Here," this shift might feel unexpected, but Boydβs solo career has always hinted at a desire to explore darker, more experimental sonic territories. With *Unknown Company* nearing completion, Boyd is poised to prove that his creative range extends far beyond the rock radio airwaves.
