• Pop music sensation Chappell Roan has revealed an unexpected passion for the **Old School RuneScape soundtrack**.
  • Roan specifically highlights her affection for the **"medieval synth shit"** and "80s weird shit" found in RuneScape's early 2000s audio.
  • During a chat with Hemlocke Springs, Roan praised Springs' debut album, stating it put her in mind of RuneScape's distinct sound.
  • This revelation underscores the lasting, often nostalgic, impact of classic game audio on diverse audiences.

Chappell Roan: An Unexpected OST Connoisseur

Well, gamers, we’ve got some absolutely fantastic news that just reaffirms our long-held belief: good game music transcends all boundaries. Turns out, pop star Chappell Roan isn't just dropping hits like 'Good Luck Babe'; she’s also an undisputed OST connoisseur, specifically with a deep, abiding love for the classic beeps and boops of **Old School RuneScape**.

As veteran gamers, we’ve always known the power of a truly iconic soundtrack, and RuneScape's MIDI-hued tunes from the early aughts have clearly wormed their way into many a player's mind. Now, we can add a mainstream music icon to that list.

The RuneScape Revelation

In a recent conversation with fellow artist Hemlocke Springs for Nylon, Roan dropped the bombshell. While discussing feeling boxed in by labels, she paid Springs the ultimate compliment, stating her debut album, the apple tree under the sea, put her in mind of RuneScape's soundtrack. "Your album makes me feel like I'm listening... I don't know if you ever played RuneScape, but it's like... Do you know what I'm talking about?" Roan posited.

Springs, surprisingly, didn’t quite get the reference, despite being the same age, even asking if it was a "romance one." Our take? Nothing is more romantic than questing in Gielinor, but we digress.

"Medieval Synth Shit" – A Love Story

Roan quickly clarified, describing RuneScape as a game from the "early 2000s" with "videogame sounds down." She elaborated on her specific affinity: "It's really medieval synth shit. I’m a video game girl, and I love synths and '80s weird shit." This is a sentiment many of us can absolutely get behind. The unique blend of medieval themes with early synth tech created a truly memorable audio landscape that defined an era of gaming.

It's not just about nostalgia; it’s about the raw, unfiltered charm of those synth-driven compositions. For many of us who grew up with fantasy games of the late '90s and early 2000s, that sound signature is imprinted on our gaming souls. Roan's candid appreciation is a testament to the enduring quality of Jagex's original sound design and a fantastic reminder that the impact of game music stretches far beyond the in-game experience.