Labrinth slams Euphoria and teases retirement after blasting Columbia Records and the HBO series in a fiery Instagram post, leaving fans worried about his future in music.

Labrinth slams Columbia records, Euphoria, teases retirement

British musician and producer Labrinth has slammed his record label and the HBO series Euphoria, while hinting he may quit the entertainment industry.

The 37-year-old made the remarks in a blunt Instagram post on Friday, March 13.

“IM DONE WITH THIS INDUSTRY [sic],” he wrote. “F*** COLUMBIA. DOUBLE F*** EUPHORIA. IM OUT. THANK YOU AND GOOD NIGHT X.”

Labrinth is signed to Columbia Records and is widely known for composing the score for Euphoria, the teen drama produced by HBO.

He joined the show when it debuted in 2019 and received praise for his unique soundtrack, which blends electronic, gospel and R&B sounds.

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His comments come weeks after releasing his latest album, Cosmic Opera: Act I, and shortly before the show’s third season.

Season three will feature returning stars including Zendaya, Jacob Elordi, Sydney Sweeney and Hunter Schafer.

The new season of Euphoria is set to premiere on April 12, 2026.

Following the post, fans reacted with messages of support.

“You totally made Euphoria. Whatever it is I just know I’m on your side,” one user wrote.

Another added, “Please don’t stop making music, the world needs you.”