Sports ( Europe Brief News): Alesso releases an official remix of “Ascension” for the Esports World Cup 2025, amplifying the global gaming event with a high-energy electronic anthem.
Tina Guo, a brilliant cellist and another GRAMMY nominee, is featured on “Ascension,” which was originally recorded at Abbey Road Studios and composed by Edouard Brenneisen of Hollywood Scoring.
Alesso’s remix uses his trademark euphoric producing technique to rework the orchestral original. The cinematic piece is transformed into a high-energy rework intended to portray the intensity and emotion of elite esports competition by the sonic maestro’s smooth fusion of Guo’s powerful tone with his progressive house sound.
The song is a part of the EWC Music initiative, a brand-new program that celebrates the close relationship between esport and music while developing a unique musical identity for the Esports World Cup.
Live performances, artist collaborations, and international fan activations are all part of the initiative, which began in April with a four-track suite by 2WEI and Hollywood Scoring, recorded at Abbey Road Studios.
The song “Ascension (Alesso Remix)” will be played during the seven-week competition, which starts in Riyadh on July 7, across tournament broadcasts, live events, and digital content.
Post Malone, a nine-time diamond certified musician, will be the main act at the Opening Ceremony on July 10.
Tina Guo said of the collaboration,
“I’m thrilled to have worked with Alesso on this remix and so excited to be a part of the Esports World Cup! This collaboration brings together my passion for music and gaming in a progressive house and cinematic fusion.
The energy and creativity that Alesso brings to the table are truly inspiring, and being involved in such a monumental event like the Esports World Cup is a dream come true. I can’t wait to share this experience with everyone!”
Ariel Horn, Executive Producer at the Esports World Cup Foundation, added:
“Gaming and EDM have moved together for years, from Marshmello’s Fortnite show to major esports collaborations like League of Legends and VALORANT’s work with Zedd. With Alesso and Tina Guo, we’re building another bridge. Tina has scored games, rocked League Worlds, and played on iconic Hans Zimmer soundtracks – including Wonder Woman.
Just as EWC is reimagining what global esports can be, this track reimagines the role music plays in connecting players, fans and culture, turning competition into something you don’t just watch – you feel.”
The top esports competition in the world is the Esports World Cup 2025. Its distinctive cross-game structure will bring together the top teams, players, and games under one roof, rewarding Clubs and players vying for a life-altering prize pool across several platforms and genres.
At EWC 2025, 200 clubs and 2,000 elite players from more than 100 nations will compete in 25 tournaments over 24 games for a record-breaking prize fund of more than $70 million. Tickets are now on sale at esportsworldcup.com, and they include admission to the Opening Ceremony.
How does Alesso’s remix elevate the esports experience for viewers?
By turning the original symphonic hymn “Ascension” into a euphoric, progressive club music that perfectly portrays the excitement and high stakes of professional gaming, Alesso’s remix enhances the esports experience for viewers.
His distinctive production technique creates an immersive and heart-pounding soundtrack that amplifies the drama and excitement of esports tournaments by fusing dramatic symphonic elements with upbeat festival sounds.
From highlight reels and in-game footage to arena broadcasts and livestreams, this remix is heavily included into the Esports World Cup 2025 event, creating a continuous aural background that heightens the competition’s emotional impact and spectacle.
As a gamer himself, Alesso sought to combine his love of music and gaming to create a sound that immerses listeners in the esports environment and increases their interest in the competition.
