Episode

Doom Soundtrack Added to National Recording Registry

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Music News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
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May 18, 2026
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Summary

The iconic soundtrack to the video game Doom has been added to the Library of Congresss National Recording Registry, recognizing its cultural and historical significance. This marks the third game soundtrack to be included, following Minecraft and Super Mario Bros. The registry, which adds twenty-five recordings annually, highlights the growing recognition of video game music as a legitimate art form. The Doom soundtrack, known for its heavy, aggressive sound, has influenced the action game genre for years. This years additions also include diverse selections from various genres, emphasizing the preservation of music from all cultural corners for future generations. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/bd49045f90242b7e