Two Steps from Hell was an acclaimed American production music company founded in Los Angeles in 2006 by composers Thomas Bergersen from Norway and Nick Phoenix from England. Originally created to produce cinematic trailer music for the film industry, the duo quickly became leaders in the genre, supplying dynamic orchestral and choral tracks—often described as "epic music"—for thousands of movies, TV trailers, and commercials. Their powerful compositions, blending classical elements with modern influences and pop structures, brought them international recognition and a devoted online following. Prompted by public demand, Two Steps from Hell began releasing commercial albums, including Invincible and Archangel, followed by SkyWorld and the chart-topping Battlecry. Their music frequently featured in trailers for major franchises like Harry Potter, Pirates of the Caribbean, Star Trek, and Twilight. Over time, the group shifted focus from industry demos to creating new original albums for a wider audience, achieving significant success on the Billboard Classical Crossover charts and embarking on live tours in Europe. In 2024, Bergersen and Phoenix announced their split, bringing the influential run of Two Steps from Hell to an end.