Labrinth speaks out about 'Euphoria' season 3 exit
Composer says he stepped back after feeling disrespected, insisting creative vision matters but personal limits do too
tribune.com.pkHere’s the latest on Labrinth and Euphoria season 3 based on the most recent reporting.
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Labrinth’s status with Euphoria season 3 has been in flux. Several outlets report that he is not part of the Season 3 music, with Hans Zimmer stepping in to handle the score instead. This shift follows Labrinth’s public statements in March 2026 about stepping away from the industry and the show, and subsequent coverage confirmed a change in the soundtrack lineup.[2][3][5]
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HBO and production news around season 3 confirm the show’s release timeline and that the third season premiered in April 2026. Reports conflict on whether Labrinth contributed any new material for this season, with mainstream outlets noting Zimmer’s involvement and others noting Labrinth’s departure. Variety and Hollywood Reporter coverage emphasize ongoing questions about creative direction and the impact of Labrinth’s exit on the soundtrack’s consistency with earlier seasons.[1][3][5]
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Reactions and context: Labrinth publicly criticized the industry and indicated he was stepping back ahead of season 3, which aligns with subsequent reporting about his non-involvement in the new season’s music. Some outlets cite the producer’s exit as part of broader behind-the-scenes tensions in the Euphoria production circle.[7][8][1]
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What to expect if you’re a fan: The third season still features the core cast and continues the high-emotion storytelling that made Euphoria notable, but without Labrinth’s signature score contributions. Hans Zimmer’s involvement points to a shift in musical direction for the season.[3][5]
Illustration: If you’d like, I can assemble a quick timeline graphic showing the sequence of announced composers and public statements leading up to the season 3 release, plus a note on premiere dates and key casting changes.
Would you like me to fetch the latest official statements from HBO or Sam Levinson to confirm any remaining details, and/or produce a brief side-by-side comparison of the Season 1-2 and Season 3 soundtrack credits? I can also summarize how Zimmer’s style contrasts with Labrinth’s for quick reference.