Maximilian Stephan

Composer for film and TV
Art director



As a composer and art director, Max' unique approach combines his profound understanding of both auditory and visual mediums. With a lifelong passion for music and over two decades of experience in writing, recording, producing and performing, Max crafts skillful and distinctive scores. Drawing from a university education in communication design, his expertise extends to offering professional guidance across all forms of visual media.

Film music


Band music


Album covers


Commercial work


Radio


 

Secret Box – Carpet

Carpet's sophomore album, "Secret Box," released in 2017, marks an exploration into the realms of indie rock, infused with elements of psychedelic and world music.

  • Guitars, synth, piano, vocals: Maximilian Stephan
Drums: Jakob Mader
Bass: Hubert Steiner
  • Rhodes, Juno: Sigmund Perner
  • Trumpet, flugelhorn: Martin Lehmann
  • Production: Maximilian Stephan
Mixing: Michael Kamm

Music video for ”One Step / Minuet”


“One Step / Minuet”
Direction: Robert Vornkahl

Music video for “Best of Hard Times”


“Best of Hard Times”
  • Direction, video editing: Maximilian Stephan