Happy Thursday to all you film score fans! And it’s always “happy” when we’re able to share new music on our site. Our friends at Lakeshore Records have let us debut something special from one of the most exciting young voices in the film score game. Jung Jaeil came on the scene in a BIG way with his music to Parasite. The film has a cornucopia of themes that include (but are not limited to) class struggle, social inequality, and capitalism. Further, it’s explored using and blending elements from different genres like thriller, comedy, mystery and horror. It’s tough for some films to do any one of those well, but…
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Interview…Composer Dan Deacon on Creating Symphonies in the Mundane in ‘Task’ on HBO
There’s an old saying that the object of any art is the transfer of emotion. That is true, regardless of the medium, the artist, or the exhibition. Now the art we love most on this site is the art of entertainment, specifically the alchemy created when making music for moving pictures. Over the years, we’ve been very lucky and honored to have spoken to dozens upon dozens of creatives who craft sonic atmospheres for film and TV. And because music can take any shape form, duration, style, etc., you never know what’s going to move the mercury of your soul. That brings us to today’s show. One of the absolute…
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Interview…Director Joe Hill Discusses the Honesty and Personal Journey of ‘Match In A Haystack’
In the world of documentaries, it’s not easy to standout in the crowd. That said, we were taken with Joe Hill‘s documentary about a troupe of dancers in Ukraine. His film, Match In A Haystack, is intimate, well-crafted and tells a unique story amid a war that affects all aspects of these citizen’s lives. Hill’s eye for story and capturing the moment has made his work noteworthy, whether it is in the mountains, the arctic, or a war-torn country. He has extensive experience directing documentary projects, and he’s also a cinematographer and producer. That aids in his ability to share a cohesive and compelling slice of life of a great…
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Interview…Director John McPhail on Family, Fun and a Few Friendly Frights in ‘Grow’
John McPhail is an award-winning writer and director known for crafting bold, heartfelt, and hilarious stories that connect with audiences on a deeply emotional level. A firm believer that laughter and tears go hand in hand, he specializes in high-concept comedies that balance absurdity with genuine heart. A lifelong horror fan raised on a steady diet of John Carpenter and Stephen King, John has a deep love for genre storytelling, often fusing horror, comedy, and heartfelt drama in unexpected ways. His films thrive on contrast, the ridiculous and the real, the hilarious and the heartbreaking because, as he sees it, the best way to make someone laugh is to first…
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Interview…Jeff Russo Brings Method and Mythology to Noah Hawley’s ‘Alien: Earth’
A few weeks back, we got to share an exclusive “first listen” of composer Jeff Russo‘s themes for Alien: Earth. It really set the stage for what Noah Hawley and the rest of the team would give us with this stunning addition to the Alien universe Ridley Scott built. Now that the show is out in the world, fans and those new to the franchise are loving every acidic drop of the expanded mythology. You can credit a lot of the success to the auditory component. We’re not talking about the ooey-gooey sound engineering, but the deft and complex sound palette Russo assembled. Russo is used to scoring varied and…
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Interview…Director Sean Ellis on the Physical and Psychological Anguish of ‘The Cut’
How far will you go to get something you think you want? At what cost do you keep pushing? And do the obsessive ends justify the means? These are some of the heavy and impacting building blocks of Sean Ellis‘ latest film. And coming from the man whose career is built on movies where characters make life-changing sacrifices, this might be the crown jewel in his CV. The Cut is an exploration into what drives someone. With nothing but training and instincts to lean on, it’s easy to imagine how much weight a boxer carries in their minds each time they enter the squared circle. After all, the mind is…
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Exclusive First Listen: David Fleming’s Score to ‘Americana’
Composer David Fleming seems to get to the heart of a film better and quicker than any one else in the business. The way he looks at the story and crafts his sound is as inspired as it is innovative. Take a listen to what he did with Damsel and you’ll get an idea of how much his work influences and elevates the picture. Fleming is no stranger to down home music palettes – he did some earnest and emotional pieces for Ron Howard’s Hillbilly Elegy as well as the epitome of red, white and blue with James Gunn’s Superman. With Americana, Fleming embraced country and western music with his…
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Interview…Writer/Producer Erik Bork on ‘The Elephant in the Room’ – Finding Common Ground and Emotional Narratives
As human beings, we have a real tough time seeing eye to on a lot of issues: sports, food, fashion, politics, etc. In fact, the list goes on and on. But what can we agree on (or at least understand and put up with) to be able to share a country, a state, an office or even a relationship with? Can we disagree and still connect? Such is the idea behind writer/director Erik Bork‘s new film. The cleverly named The Elephant in the Room gives audiences Nora Ephron–style political rom-com that is both funny and thought-provoking. Leah is a smart, driven social media strategist reeling from the 2020 election. Vincent…
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Exclusive First Listen: Ruth Barrett’s Theme From Prime Video’s ‘The Terminal List: Dark Wolf’
Hey, film friends, have we got a treat for your ears! Our friends at Prime Video & Lakeshore Records have let us share an EXCLUSIVE track from Ruth Barrett‘s score to The Terminal List: Dark Wolf. This is the prequel series to The Terminal List and follows Ben Edwards’ journey from Navy SEAL to CIA operative. Emmy Award-nominated composer Ruth Barrett is one of the UK’s most sought-after film and television composers. Her music is unmistakably original and eclectic, spanning feature films and high-end TV drama. And this new series is no different. For your enjoyment, grab some headphones and dive back into the world this world. Lakeshore Records is…
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Interview…Composer Stuart Michael Thomas Digs Deep For ‘The Cut’
Life-long musician and composer Stuart Michael Thomas has amassed over 100 feature film and television credits during his time in Hollywood including international blockbusters such as Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning Part 1, Iron Man 3, and The Dark Knight. He was also one of the featured guitarists on Top Gun: Maverick. Imagine getting to shred out that theme for the world to enjoy. Yeah, that’s just one of Stuart’s many super cool stories about his “day job” working on these sensational projects. Over his 20-year career he’s developed a unique and versatile style blending elements of Classical orchestration with modern techniques resulting in a sound that is both timeless and…
