Doom 2016 Composer Mick Gordon Says “F##k AI”
Doom composer Mick Gordon has strong words for generative AI. Here’s what the metal maestro said at PAX Australia 2026 and why he’ll never use AI in his music.
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Mick Gordon doesn’t mince words.
The Aussie composer behind Doom (2016) and Doom Eternal was asked at PAX Australia 2026 whether he’d ever incorporate generative AI into his creative process.
His response was blunt: “F##k AI.”
Why Does Mick Gordon Hate AI?
Gordon believes generative AI is fundamentally incapable of creating anything truly new.
“Generative AI is always going to be behind where humans are because it’s inherently trained off stuff that humans have already created,” he explained to IGN.
“It’s always going to be limited by its dataset. It’s never going to be in a state where it’s going to predict the next thing, the new thing, whatever humans can come up with.”
For a composer known for sampling chainsaws and carving instruments out of human bones, that limitation is a dealbreaker.
What Is Mick Gordon Working On Next?
Gordon has two projects coming up — and both feature 100% human-made music.
| Project | Release Date |
|---|---|
| Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun 2 | October 14, 2026 |
| Defect | TBA |
He contributed a new track to Boltgun 2 for its final boss fight. He’s also composing the soundtrack for Defect, a cyberpunk squad-shooter from veterans of Doom and Call of Duty.
What Does Gordon Think About AI and Human Connection?
He’s optimistic that humans will always prefer human-made art.
“Humans are always going to want to interact with other humans. Always,” Gordon said. “I feel this AI stuff is just giving people more reason to abandon this digital infection that we have with our lives now.”
“I feel that humans are always going to chase that human connection.”
Where Can You See Mick Gordon Live?
Gordon will headline 2027’s RADAR festival in the UK.
He’s set to perform music from his Doom and Doom Eternal soundtracks live with a full band for the very first time.
The Verdict
Mick Gordon’s stance on AI is clear, principled, and rooted in his craft.
For a composer whose work is defined by experimentation and human creativity, generative AI represents the opposite of everything he values.
His music comes from his mind and his fingers. Not a ChatGPT prompt.
Score: N/A — News Feature
FAQ
Q1: What did Mick Gordon say about AI?
He said “F##k AI” when asked if he’d incorporate generative AI into his creative process.
Q2: Why does Mick Gordon dislike generative AI?
He believes AI is inherently limited by its training data and can never create anything truly new.
Q3: What games has Mick Gordon composed music for?
Doom (2016), Doom Eternal, Killer Instinct, and the upcoming Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun 2 and Defect.
Q4: When does Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun 2 release?
Boltgun 2 launches October 14, 2026.
Q5: What is Defect?
Defect is a cyberpunk-themed squad-shooter being developed by veterans of Doom and Call of Duty.
Q6: Will Mick Gordon perform live?
Yes. He’s headlining 2027’s RADAR festival in the UK with a full band.
Q7: Has Mick Gordon worked with AI before?
No. He’s made it clear he has no plans to incorporate generative AI into his creative process.
Q8: What is Mick Gordon best known for?
His experimental approach to composition, including sampling chainsaws for Doom and using a kangling made from human bone for Killer Instinct.
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