Ryan Coogler’s supernatural thriller, Sinners, continued its awards season streak, claiming two major victories at the 68th Annual Grammy Awards. The film’s music dominated, taking home Best Score Soundtrack for Visual Media and Best Compilation Soundtrack for Visual Media, cementing Sinners as one of the year’s most celebrated projects.
Ludwig Göransson’s Score Steals the Show
Composer, Ludwig Göransson, whose atmospheric and haunting score for Sinners has captivated critics since the film’s April 2025 release, added another Grammy to his collection. The win for ‘Best Score Soundtrack for Visual Media’ marks Göransson’s fifth triumph in this category, reflecting both his mastery of musical storytelling and the way his compositions elevate the narrative.
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The score blends blues, gospel, and eerie orchestral tones, perfectly complementing the film’s exploration of Black culture, vampirism, and Southern folklore. Göransson’s music builds tension while drawing audiences into the film’s 1930s setting, making every scene pulse with suspense and emotion.
A Star-Studded Compilation Soundtrack
The second Grammy, ‘Best Compilation Soundtrack for Visual Media’, celebrates the film’s rich musical tapestry. The album features original songs like “I Lied to You” by Miles Caton and “Pale, Pale Moon” by Jayme Lawson, alongside performances from Rod Wave, Don Toliver, James Blake, and Brittany Howard. Blues and jazz legends, including Bobby Rush, Geeshie Wiley, and Buddy Guy, also contribute, creating a unique mix that spans eras and genres.
Because of the wide range of contributors, the award officially goes to the compilation’s producers, Ryan Coogler, Ludwig Göransson, Serena Göransson, and music supervisor, Nikki Sherod. This win highlights how carefully curated soundtracks can transform a film into a cultural moment, giving audiences a multi-sensory experience that lingers beyond the screen.
A Record-Breaking Run
Earlier this year, the film made history at the Academy Awards with 16 nominations, breaking the record for the most Oscar nods by a single film in one year. Nominations spanned ‘Best Picture’, ‘Best Director’ for Coogler, ‘Best Actor’ for Michael B. Jordan, and technical categories including cinematography, production design, and visual effects.
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With a global box office of over $368 million and widespread acclaim for its bold storytelling, Sinners has solidified its status as one of the most influential films of the decade. Its music, now recognized twice at the Grammys, remains central to its impact, bridging generations and genres while enhancing the film’s supernatural, atmospheric storytelling.
Fans and industry insiders alike have praised the soundtrack’s diversity, noting that it not only complements the narrative, it also introduces a new appreciation for how modern films integrate music as a core storytelling device.
Sinners Keeps Winning
The dual Grammy wins for Sinners are a reminder that music is no longer just background in cinema, it’s a character, a mood, and a statement. From Ludwig Göransson’s unforgettable score to the carefully crafted compilation of voices, Sinners proves that visual media and music can rise together, creating unforgettable cultural moments.
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