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GTA 6 Soundtrack Album Announced for CD and Vinyl, Reviving Digital-Only Release Debate

publication · 2026-09-17

On November 19, Rockstar Games will unveil a 34-track compilation album for Grand Theft Auto 6, which will be available on CD and vinyl alongside the game's launch. This album includes original contributions from artists such as Travis Scott, Morgan Wallen, and PinkPantheress. The initial six tracks feature Yung Lean, Fred Again, and Keith Richards. Fans have pointed out the irony of a physical album being released after the game is available only in digital format. Typically, GTA titles include various radio stations with both licensed and original tracks, which can greatly enhance artists' streaming figures. However, some musicians, including Martyn Ware of Heaven 17, have declined to permit their songs in the game. Additionally, Rockstar is facing a tribunal in Scotland regarding alleged unlawful dismissals.

Key facts

  • Rockstar Games announced a 34-track compilation album for Grand Theft Auto 6, to be released on CD and vinyl on the same day as the game.
  • The album features original music from artists including Travis Scott, Morgan Wallen, PinkPantheress, Yung Lean, Fred Again, and Keith Richards.
  • Fans noted the irony of a physical album release following the game's digital-only release decision.
  • GTA 6 is set for release on 19 November and is expected to be one of the biggest entertainment releases ever.
  • GTA 5, released in 2013, has sold over 200 million copies.
  • Two official GTA 6 trailers have nearly 500 million combined views on YouTube.
  • Tom Petty's 'Love is a Long Road' saw a 36,979% increase in Spotify streams after being used in the first GTA 6 trailer.
  • Martyn Ware of Heaven 17 accused Rockstar of offering a 'pitiful' deal for the use of 'Temptation'.

Entities

Artists

Institutions

  • Rockstar Games
  • Spotify
  • Netflix
  • MusicEXP
  • Shazam
  • Heaven 17

Locations

  • Scotland

Sources

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