LAIKA Studios and Portugal. The Man Debut New Music
The release accompanies a soundtrack for an upcoming film based on Colin Meloy's 2011 fantasy novel.
Updated on Oct. 16, 2026 in Animation
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LAIKA Studios has released the Wildwood Sessions LP, featuring a new song by Portland-via-Alaska group Portugal. The Man titled You Can Count on Me. The project serves as a musical companion to a forthcoming film adapted from the 2011 fantasy novel Wildwood.
Why it matters
This release bridges the Pacific Northwestern music scene with the studio's animation projects. By curating a collaborative soundtrack, the film aims to build an immersive atmosphere rooted in the region's diverse artistic community.
The compilation includes contributions from eight distinct Pacific Northwestern artists, such as Still Woozy, Saya Gray, and Donte Thomas. The song You Can Count on Me is currently available for streaming via an official video release.
The players
Portugal. The Man
This group originated in Alaska before establishing their home base in Portland.
LAIKA Studios
Based in the Pacific Northwest, this studio is known for its stop-motion animation film productions.
Colin Meloy
He is the author of the 2011 fantasy novel Wildwood which serves as the basis for the new film.
The Decemberists
This band is among the Pacific Northwestern artists featured on the newly released compilation LP.
The details
The album brings together a collection of peers within the Pacific Northwestern music scene to complement the visual work of the Portland-based studio. Listeners can now access the featured track through a newly launched video.
Timeline
The novel Wildwood by Colin Meloy was written in 2011.
The Wildwood Sessions LP and the song You Can Count on Me were released on October 16, 2026.
Industry Dynamics
The release of the Wildwood Sessions LP follows a growing trend of studios releasing curated companion albums to build pre-release buzz. This strategy integrates the regional music scene directly into the marketing lifecycle of modern animated features.
Fans can now stream the new song You Can Count on Me via the video released on October 16, 2026. The full compilation is available for listeners looking to explore the collaborative contributions from various Pacific Northwestern musicians.
The takeaway
This project highlights how independent musical artists are increasingly collaborating with animation studios to expand the reach of their work. The collection offers a unique localized perspective that mirrors the themes found in the original fantasy novel.
Further reading
For more updates on regional film developments, explore the Animation section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by FLOOD.
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