Urbanbuzzmag.com
By Nigeria Anderson
Composer and Producer
Composer and producer Jason Nesmith has been tapped to create the theme for the upcoming animated Netflix series Stranger Things: Tales from ’85, premiering April 23, 2026. The new series, developed by Matt and Ross Duffer with showrunner Eric Robles, expands the Stranger Things universe with fresh adventures set in the winter of 1985 between Seasons 2 and 3. As Hawkins begins to recover and the shadows of the Upside Down finally recede, a new threat emerges beneath the ice, forcing our heroes into a race against time to protect their town once again. Jason collaborated closely with Robles to craft a theme that honors the iconic sound of the original series while introducing a bold musical identity tailored for the animated world. Beyond his screen work, Jason Nesmith is deeply committed to philanthropy through The Gihon Foundation, a nonprofit he leads with his siblings. The foundation supports musicians, writers, and multidisciplinary artists, with recent contributions to organizations including MusiCares and Homeboy Industries.
Jason Nesmith’s career spans some of the most recognizable franchises in television. His music is heard around the clock worldwide under his company, JEL Music Group. His extensive credits include themes for Extra Entertainment News (2025/26 season), TMZ Live, Anderson Live, CNN New Day, The Tyra Banks Show, Judge Jeanine Pirro, and more. He currently composes for Teen Titans Go and The Jennifer Hudson Show on FOX. Recently, Jason partnered with Ahmet Zappa to co?produce the music for a new musical feature film based on Zappa’s original concept, featuring songs by Tony?nominated composer Andrew Lippa. He has also co-written a slasher romantic?comedy musical with three?time Emmy Award–winning writer Jason Blackman, now in development. In 2019, he was selected as one of only eight participants in BMI’s prestigious Conducting Workshop. If you want to understand the life of a true media composer, Jason Nesmith embodies it. Urban Buzz Magazine proudly welcomes Jason Nesmith as our newest Key Player. Connect with Jason at www.jelmusicgroup.com PUSH PLAY!
