At EVRST Music, we live to elevate storytelling through sound, and our latest project took us deep underground.
This spring, Avonturenpark Hellendoorn unveiled the newly reimagined version of their classic indoor coaster De Rioolrat. With a fresh narrative, immersive effects, and major upgrades to the ride experience, this beloved attraction has been given a bold new identity, and we were proud to be part of that transformation.
Working closely with the design team at Avonturenpark Hellendoorn and our talented collaborators at Skirrgard, EVRST Engineering, and Bouwbedrijf Henk Bennink, we created a brand-new soundtrack for De Rioolrat, composed by our very own Bastiaan de Waard. From the moment visitors step into the queue, styled as a 1890s French-inspired sewer entrance, to the final twists and turns of the ride, sound plays a key role in immersing them in the eerie world of Professor NulNix.
The attraction’s new storyline ties into Hellendoorn’s Discovery Club, and introduces guests to a mysterious sewer plagued by a rat infestation in the fictional village of Hellenburg. Complete with vintage news reports, shadowy environments, and restored special effects, the audio was carefully designed to bring out the tension, mystery, and excitement of every scene.
Music That Moves with the Ride
From atmospheric build-ups in the queue to high-energy moments during the ride’s signature near-miss train sequence, the soundtrack dynamically follows the visitor’s journey. Every note was crafted to intensify the suspense and rhythm of the ride’s two-lap layout, creating a richer, more cinematic experience than ever before.
Step Into the Story
Whether you're a thrill-seeker or a theme park storyteller at heart, we invite you to experience the revamped De Rioolrat, now open to the public at Avonturenpark Hellendoorn.
We're incredibly proud to have played a role in breathing new life and sound into this iconic attraction. Huge thanks to all our creative partners who made this underground adventure come to life.
Please note: The primary music featured in the video is not our new soundtrack, as the official audio has not yet been released digitally. However, you can catch glimpses of our work in the background throughout the video. Stay tuned—the official soundtrack release is coming soon!
Video & pictures by Looopings.nl
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