Panem is gearing up for a musical comeback, and two major names are already setting the tone. Noah Kahan and The Smashing Pumpkins have unveiled “Draw You Out” and “Black Stars,” offering two strikingly different previews of the upcoming The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping soundtrack. The soundtrack is produced by GRAMMY-winning producer Dave Cobb, as well as the ambitious 29-artist collection arrives November 13 via MCA.just one week before Lionsgate’s highly anticipated film hits theaters on November 20.
Noah Kahan Makes Panem Gets Personal On “Draw You Out”
Noah Kahan leads the soundtrack’s musical journey with “Draw You Out,” an original track written specifically for the film. While his emotionally resonant songwriting and intimate storytelling brings a distinctive artistic perspective into the world of The Hunger Games. The track captures the tension between personal struggles and larger conflicts, reflecting the emotional heart of the franchise.
Speaking to Billboard about joining the project, Kahan shared:
“Music is such a massive part of the Hunger Games in a lot of ways. To be able to speak to what the director sees in these characters, what Suzanne Collins wrote these characters for, and to try to match that is a big task – but a really fun challenge.”
-Noah Kahan
Kahan approaches “Draw You Out” as an opportunity to connect his own songwriting with the characters and emotions of Panem. His involvement establishes an intimate, character-driven direction for a soundtrack designed to extend the film’s storytelling beyond the screen.
The Smashing Pumpkins Enters the Arena With “Black Stars”
The Smashing Pumpkins bring a different musical edge to the soundtrack with “Black Stars.” Inspired by the world of Sunrise on the Reaping, the original track introduces the band’s signature alternative-rock identity to Panem.
“Black Stars” also has an intriguing backstory. Front-man Billy Corgan was working on a solo album when the band received the film’s invitation. He then brought in acclaimed producer Butch Vig to help select a song that best suited the film’s atmosphere. With their GRAMMY-winning legacy and decades of influential rock music, The Smashing Pumpkins offer a bold contrast to Kahan’s intimate songwriting. Their contribution also highlights the soundtrack’s creative range. Artists from different generations and genres bring their own perspectives to the same cinematic universe.
The Sound of Panem Is Just Beginning In The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping
From Noah Kahan’s emotionally driven songwriting to The Smashing Pumpkins’ alternative-rock legacy, “Draw You Out” and “Black Stars” offer two distinct entry points into the musical world of Sunrise on the Reaping. With two acclaimed, anticipation is only growing for what the remaining artists will bring to this 29-artist collection. As November 13 approaches, The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping (The Album) promises a soundtrack as diverse and compelling as the world of Panem itself.