Press Release

Stream the ECHO album on all major streaming platforms and download the album cover here

Montreal, Quebec, Canada (November 15, 2024) – Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group (“Cirque du Soleil” or “the Company”) proudly launches the official soundtrack of its latest Big Top touring show, ECHO, on all major streaming platforms today.

On this album, the music of ECHO transcends traditional genres, blending 15 eclectic tracks that draw inspiration from pop, electronic, vocal, and classical influences. Each composition is richly layered, reflecting the complex relationship between humanity and the natural world.

Created by contemporary composers Jade Pybus, Andy Theakstone, and Hugo Montecristo - who is renowned for works like Viva Elvis, Messi10, Drawn to Life, and FUZION -  the music and sound design of ECHO are integral to shaping the show's emotional journey. The music of the show underscores the daring acts taking place on stage, supporting and elevating the jaw-dropping acrobatics of ECHO. These songs play a pivotal role in enhancing the storytelling and creating a powerful experience. In a first for Cirque du Soleil, all of the band also sings live in addition to playing their instruments. Among them are three lead voices, who, along with the rest of the band, weave a vibrant and intricate tapestry of harmonies.

“ECHO has captivated audiences for over a year, quickly establishing itself thanks to its distinct aesthetic, innovative storytelling, and contemporary music. In response to overwhelming requests from our fans to experience the music beyond the live performance, this release demonstrates Cirque du Soleil's ongoing dedication to deepening our connection with our audience. We are committed to offering new ways for fans to engage with our artistry and bring it into their everyday lives”, stated Anne Belliveau, Chief Customer Experience Officer at Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group.

This new, bespoke soundtrack marks the second release under the global recording agreement between BMG and Cirque du Soleil. Recently, the artistic entertainment company announced that BMG would serve as the label for future Cirque du Soleil albums, manage the company’s publishing catalog, and collaborate on the creation of new songs and releases.

Over the years, Cirque du Soleil has released the music of its shows to an appreciative audience across various physical and digital forms. The impressive existing music catalog now has more than 250 million streams in the US and over 500,000 album equivalents sold in the US alone.

ECHO album credits:

Composers 

POLYPHONIA (Jade Pybus & Andy Theakstone)
Hugo Montecristo 

Musicians:

ECHO Band

Sarah Bowler: cello in A Dark Cloud
Anna Follia Jordan: violin / vocals
Edyta Krzemień: Lead Female vocalist
Agata Kruszewska: drums / vocals
Michael Lieberman: Band leader / viola
Lizzy Munson: cello / vocals
Jonathan Stombres: Lead male vocals and mallets
Alex Wignall: keyboards / vocals

Additional vocals/drums

Hannah Cartwright: additional vocals
Jonjo Grisdale: additional vocals
Lemuel Knights: additional vocals
Jade Pybus: additional vocals
Andy Theakstone: additional drums
Luke Williams: additional vocals

Orchestra

Violins
Julie Triquet, Jean Sébastien Roy, Marie-Josée Arpin, Christian Prévost, Ariane Lajoie, Daniel Godin, Mélanie Bélair, Solange Bouchard, Lizann Gervais, Edith Pedneault, Chantal Bergeron, Arianne Bresse
 
Violas
Ligia Paquin, Sofia Gentile, Bojana Milinov, Madeleine Messier, Lana Tomlin
 
Cellos
Sheila Hannigan, Annie Gadbois, Carla Antoun, Tim Halliday, Marie-Eve Bock
 
Doublebass
Yanick Chenevert, Marc Denis, Richard Capolla
 
Flute/
Jean-Philippe Tanguay
 
Clarinets
Simon Aldrich, Zaven Zakarian
 
Oboe

Élise Poulin
 
Conductor
Adam Johnson
 
Choir
Choeur du Plateau
 
Music Supervision
Jean-Sébastien Giard (Troublemakers)

Track Listing:

1. Hide & Seek 
2. Echo 
3. Symbiosis 
4. The Cartographer 
5. Magic in the Air
6. Fireflies 
7. Resist and Express 
8. Giant Puppet 
9. A Dark Cloud  
10. Animals in Peril 
11. Rebuild 
12. A Dog's Love 
13. Future 
14. Celebrate Connection 
15. Network 

Production credits:  

Live band recordings at Maze Studios (Atlanta)  
Orchestral recordings at Studio Piccolo (Montréal) 
Mixed & Edited by Marc Bell & Thierry Angers 
Mastered by Richard Addison, Trillium Sound Mastering 
Maze Studio Engineers: Tomas Uribe assisted by Sophia Trautman 
Piccolo Studio Engineers: François Arbour assisted by Gabriel Dubuc 
Album Executive Producer: Anne Belliveau 
Project Manager:  Jocelyne Perrier 

Additional recordings at Polyphonia Studio, London, England

Cirque du Soleil, under the creative leadership of 
Stéphane Lefebvre, President & Chief Executive Officer 

Michel Laprise, Creative Guide 
Matt Nickel, Chief Creation and Production Officer 
Vice-President Creation: Fabrice Becker 
Show Executive Producer: Matthew Whelan 
Show Writer and Director: Mukhtar Omar Sharif Mukhtar & Es Devlin 
Show Director of Creation: Chantal Tremblay  
And the whole ECHO team 

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About Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group

Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is a world leader in live entertainment. Building on four decades of pushing the boundaries of the imagination, the artistic entertainment company brings its creative approach to a large variety of artistic forms such as live shows, multimedia productions, long-from content, music, immersive experiences, and special events. Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group celebrates 40 years of defying reality, defining entertainment, and illuminating the world through art and creativity. Since its creation in 1984, more than 400 million people have been inspired on 6 continents and 86 countries. The Canadian company now employs more than 4000 employees, including 1200 artists from more than 80 different nationalities. For more information about Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, please visit cirquedusoleil.com.

About BMG Music

BMG is an integrated music publishing and recordings business and the world’s fourth-largest international music company. BMG’s distinctive pitch is a relentless focus on global service to its artist and songwriter clients, combining creative insight and support with the best in technology and analytics. BMG’s 20 offices across 13 core music markets represent over three million songs and recordings, including many of the most renowned and successful catalogs in popular music history. BMG is owned by international media, services and education company Bertelsmann, whose other content businesses include the entertainment company RTL Group and the trade book publisher Penguin Random House. With its integrated technology platform, artist-friendly culture, and commitment to help artists maximize their income, BMG aims to be the best company in music to do business with.www.bmg.com.

Media Contact

Marc-Étienne Nolin
Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group
marc-etienne.nolin@cirquedusoleil.com