Hans Zimmer's Bleeding Fingers Music Expands to London

Mar 18, 2026 2:00am PT Hans Zimmer’s Bleeding Fingers Music Expands to London, Sets U.K. Leadership By Jazz Tangcay Plus Icon Jazz Tangcay Artisans Editor @jazzt Latest ‘Dune 3’ Trailer: Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya Are at War as Franchise Jumps 17 Years and Debuts Robert Pattinson’s Shape-Shifting Villain 17 hours ago American Film Institute Unveils Participants for 2026 Cinematography Intensive 17 hours ago Sean Penn Skipped the Oscars to Meet With President Zelenskyy in Ukraine, Who Thanks Him as a ‘True Friend’ to the Country 2 days ago See All Kristina Bumphrey/Variety Hans Zimmer‘s Bleeding Fingers Music has expanded to London. The composer collective, co-founded by Zimmer, Steven Kofsky and Russell Emanuel, announced the opening of its new London office, marking a significant new chapter in the company’s international expansion. In a statement, Zimmer said, “From the very beginning, Bleeding Fingers has been about creating a collective; a place where composers are mentored, challenged and inspired to push the craft forward. The UK has an incredible musical heritage and some of the most exciting storytellers in the world. Being closer to that energy allows us to keep reimagining what screen music can be.” Related Stories Chinese Producers Push Microdramas and U.K. Partnerships at Mip London Timothée Chalamet Kicks Off Asia Tour as 'Marty Supreme' Hits $172 Million Globally, Eyes $200 Million Milestone Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Los Angeles, Bleeding Fingers Music operates as a composer collective. The company’s collaborative model enables large-scale orchestral scoring alongside cross-genre experimentation—serving global franchises, prestige film, television, documentaries and multimedia experiences. Popular on Variety The London hub, based at the storied Maida Vale Studios, further strengthens the company’s deep creative ties to the U.K. and builds on a decade of collaboration with British broadcasters, filmmakers and cultural institutions. Kofsky, co-founder and chairman of Bleeding Fingers Music, said, “Establishing a London base represents a strategic step in Bleeding Fingers’ global growth, strengthening our ability to support major international productions while deepening our partnerships across the U.K. and Europe. With our upcoming move into Maida Vale, we’re investing in world-class infrastructure that will scale our composer collective, expand our production capabilities and position the company for its next chapter.” Emanuel began his career as a session musician and worked as an engineer and producer across London’s music scene before co-founding production music powerhouse Extreme Music in Camden Town in 1997. He serves as president and CEO of both Extreme Music and Bleeding Fingers Music. He said, “London is where my journey in music began, and the collaborative spirit I discovered here became the foundation for Bleeding Fingers. What started as an experiment in bringing composers together has grown into a community built on shared ideas, constant reinvention and a commitment to artistic integrity. This moment reaffirms our passion for shaping the sonic identity of the stories we help bring to life.” In expanding to London, the company will have new leadership in the U.K. Jesse McNamara will be the managing director of the London office. He will oversee the company’s London operations, lead UK-based creative development and production, and expand partnerships across British film, television and multimedia. He said, “Joining Bleeding Fingers at this time of expansion is an extraordinary opportunity to further define its creative future in the U.K.. Our focus is on building a long-term creative community where composers, filmmakers and producers can collaborate at the highest level.” McNamara will spearhead the growth of the UK composer roster while deepening relationships with broadcasters, studios and independent producers throughout the region, positioning the London hub as a central pillar in Bleeding Fingers’ international strategy. Dario Burns will also be joining the London team as Bleeding Fingers’ latest creative director. As previously announced, Zimmer will score the upcoming HBO “Harry Potter” series. Other titles on the London slate include “The Dutchess and I,” “Blue Planet III” and more. 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