Metallica, Ozzy Osbourne, and Bad Bunny Arrive in "Madden NFL 27," the American Football Video Game

Metallica, Ozzy Osbourne, Motörhead, Mötley Crüe, and The Who are among the rock heavyweights set to feature on the soundtrack for EA Sports' "Madden NFL 27." The American football video game will boast a diverse collection of 80 songs, spanning multiple generations and genres. This eclectic mix includes not only established rock and metal acts but also contemporary artists like Bad Bunny, Avicii, and Fatboy Slim, reflecting a broad musical landscape.

The soundtrack aims to capture the energy of sports stadiums, with many tracks having a long-standing connection to athletic events. Ozzy Osbourne's "Crazy Train" (2002 version), Metallica's "For Whom the Bell Tolls," and Motörhead's iconic "Ace of Spades" are among the selections. Mötley Crüe's "Kickstart My Heart" and The Who's "Won't Get Fooled Again" also make the cut. Notably, Styx's "Renegade" has a special relationship with the NFL, having been used by the Pittsburgh Steelers to energize crowds and defenses during crucial game moments.

Beyond classic rock and metal, "Madden NFL 27" incorporates a wide array of musical styles. Artists like Lamb of God, Trivium, Underoath, Helmet, Incubus, and White Zombie will be represented, alongside Good Charlotte, Paramore, Lit, The Killers, and YUNGBLUD. Bad Bunny's inclusion is particularly noteworthy, featuring his Super Bowl LVIII opening song, "Tití Me Preguntó." This track, a global hit from his album "Un Verano Sin Ti," has solidified his international reach and saw a resurgence in popularity after his Super Bowl performance.

The soundtrack also delves into hip hop and electronic music. Lil Wayne's "Green & Yellow," inspired by the Green Bay Packers, DMX's "What's My Name?", Wiz Khalifa's "Black and Yellow," and collaborations from Nas, DJ Premier, Warren G, and Nate Dogg highlight the hip hop presence. Electronic music is represented by Avicii's "Levels," Fatboy Slim's "Right Here, Right Now," and Zombie Nation's "Kernkraft 400." Steve Schnur, EA's worldwide music head, emphasized that many of these songs are instantly recognizable and intrinsically linked to the live game experience.

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Songs from Metallica, Mötley Crüe, Motörhead, and The Who can be recognized from their first notes and are linked to the experience of attending a game.