Ludwig Göransson and Ryan Coogler Reunite for Sinners — A Blues-Driven Soundtrack That Redefines Storytelling

Sony Classical and Sony Masterworks have officially released both the Original Score and Original Soundtrack for Ryan Coogler’s highly anticipated new film Sinners, with music composed and produced by Oscar-winner Ludwig Göransson. Set in the Mississippi Delta of 1932, Sinners is a thrilling, genre-bending story that dives deep into the cultural roots of American blues — and Göransson’s music plays a powerful role in bringing that world to life.

*Sinners* marks the fifth feature film collaboration between Göransson and Coogler, following their work on Creed and Black Panther. But this project is different. Göransson describes scoring Sinners as the most personal project of his career, one that deeply connects to his own upbringing and lifelong passion for the guitar.

At the heart of both the score and soundtrack is a 1932 Dobro resonator guitar, the same kind carried by Sinners’ young blues prodigy, Preacher Boy (played by breakout star Miles Caton). To fully immerse himself in the sound and spirit of the Delta, Göransson even traveled to the Deep South, tracing the birthplace of blues firsthand — an experience that left a lasting impact on the music you hear throughout Sinners.

Adding a unique layer of authenticity, several of the film’s actors are also seasoned musicians performing live onscreen — including Buddy Guy, Lola Kirke, Jayme Lawson, and Jack O’Connell. Rising star Miles Caton is a standout, contributing powerful vocal performances across multiple tracks, including the emotional centerpiece “I Lied To You,” co-written with Grammy-winner Raphael Saadiq.

The Sinners (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) is a stunning mix of tradition and innovation, featuring an impressive lineup of artists spanning genres and generations. Highlights include:

• Hailee Steinfeld’s explosive return to music with the bluesy-pop anthem “Dangerous”

• Rod Wave’s stirring lead single “Sinners,” debuting alongside a Coogler-directed video

• James Blake’s haunting “Séance”

• Brittany Howard’s searing cover of "Pale, Pale Moon"

• And Rhiannon Giddens' lively, banjo-driven “Old Corn Liquor”

Göransson explains, "We weren’t aiming for nostalgia; we wanted it to feel immediate. Much of the music was written and recorded on set with the cast and crew working alongside us. That gave Sinners a sound that's connected to the past but alive in the present."

If you’re a fan of music that feels raw, lived-in, and completely soul-stirring, this album — and film — are not to be missed.

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Sinners (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) – Tracklist:

1. This Little Light of Mine – Miles Caton, DC6 Singers Collective, Pleasant Valley Youth Choir of New Orleans

2. Flames of Fortune – Ludwig Göransson and Don Toliver

3. Wang Dang Doodle – Cedric Burnside, Sharde Thomas-Mallory, Tierinii Jackson

4. Travelin’ – Miles Caton

5. Juke – Bobby Rush and Miles Caton

6. Séance – James Blake and Ludwig Göransson

7. Dangerous – Hailee Steinfeld

8. I Lied To You – Miles Caton

9. Pick Poor Robin Clean – Jack O’Connell, Lola Kirke, Peter Dreimanis

10. Can’t Win for Losin’ – Cedric Burnside and Tierinii Jackson

11. Old Corn Liquor – Rhiannon Giddens and Justin Robinson

12. Will Ye Go, Lassie Go? – Lola Kirke, Peter Dreimanis, Brian Dunphy, Darren Holden, Jack O’Connell

13. Pale, Pale Moon – Jayme Lawson

14. Rocky Road to Dublin – Jack O’Connell, Brian Dunphy, Darren Holden

15. In Moonlight – Jerry Cantrell and Ludwig Göransson

16. Travelin’ – Buddy Guy

17. Last Time (I Seen the Sun) – Alice Smith and Miles Caton

18. Sinners – Rod Wave

19. Troubled Waters / Homesick – OG DAYV and Uncle James

20. Pale, Pale Moon – Brittany Howard

21. I Lied To You (Radio Edit) – Miles Caton

22. Pick Poor Robin Clean – Geeshie Wiley