Bastille join forces with Hans Zimmer for "Pompeii MMXXIII"
British indie pop band Bastille has joined forces with acclaimed composer Hans Zimmer to rework one of their beloved songs.
Yesterday, the band unveiled "Pompeii MMXXIII,” which finds them reimagining their hit single “Pompeii” with help from Zimmer and the BBC National Orchestra of Wales. The new version can be heard below.
Zimmer said this about the rework:
“It’s been proven time and time again that a beautiful, crafted song by a great band can have many lives and Pompeii is a shining example of this. Working hand in hand with Bastille and my team at Bleeding Fingers has been an exhilarating experience and an honour to be part of this remarkable journey. I'm so excited to share this rendition with you all!"
Bastille vocalist Dan Smith also said:
“Having the opportunity to work with the living legend that is Hans Zimmer, and his brilliant team, has been an absolute dream. Working with them on this new version of “Pompeii” has been incredible and has put the biggest smiles on our faces throughout the whole wonderfully surreal experience.”
“Pompeii” comes from Bastille’s 2013 debut album Bad Blood, which celebrates its 10th anniversary with the Bad Blood X release. The 10th anniversary edition, which was unveiled this summer, includes unreleased demos, covers, and live tracks.
"Pompeii MMXXIII" is available on digital services right now.