This is my FINAL SOUNDTRAX Column – Thanks for 19 Enjoyable Soundtrax Columns 2007-2025! – it’s been a GREAT run of Film Music Soundtracks over the years!
Soundtrax: Episode 2025-11 November 2025
By Randall D. Larson
Feature Interview: Sarah Schachner
Q: You started with Dan Trachtenberg with PREY in 2022. What can you tell me about scoring PREY?
Sarah Schachner: When Dan reached out about a Predator story set in the 1700s, it was an instant yes for me. I loved the idea of telling Naru’s emotional journey and her incredible growth through music, all within that classic hunt-or-be-hunted framework. The 1700s Great Plains setting also opened up a lot of room to do something unique and really tailored to that story.
Q: With BADLANDS serving as a self-contained entry in the PREDATOR series, how did you begin to create the music for the characters and situations of the new film?
Sarah Schachner: The first thing I wrote was actually the Partnership Theme. I had just gone to screen the film with Dan Trachtenberg, and the next day the theme came to me almost fully formed. It doesn’t always happen like that, but I’m grateful when it does. The unlikely bond between a Predator and a legless synthetic had such a strong emotional pull and I followed what that made me feel. That was my starting point. The sound of Dek learning to let his guard down and realizing the strength in connection and trust. From there, I started shaping the sound of Dek’s home planet, with the vocoder chants, and eventually the sound of Genna itself.
Q: What did Dan Trachtenberg have in mind for the new film?
Sarah Schachner: When we were first starting, Dan mentioned a score I had done for a video game called Anthem. I had used a vocoder in that score and he was interested in exploring something like that for Badlands. He also wanted to incorporate the Yautja language into the score, which was an interesting challenge considering the language is mostly made up of aggressive guttural sounds and clicks! I found a few phrases that sounded right and created some lyrical themes along the lines of “Go forth into the stars” and “Go forth and kill.” The chants almost function as ancestral mantras for Dek throughout the film.
Q: What was your process of spotting music for the film?
Sarah Schachner: We actually never spotted the film in the traditional sense. Dan prefers to react to music rather than give too much direction upfront. I usually start by writing thematic material away from picture. I like to write to the spirit of the film first, to capture the essence of the characters and emotional tone while I’m still in that early impression stage. Once the thematic DNA and sonic world-building start to fall into place, it becomes easier to shape everything to picture. Dan is also a very creative and hands-on director when it comes to music to picture, so our process tends to be really collaborative and non-linear.
Q: What was your instrumental palette for the new film – and what did the project’s budget permit?
Sarah Schachner: The score features a handful of custom sounds and instruments with a backdrop of support from strings, primal percussion, and occasional brass. The vocoder chanting and vocal textures were a big focus of the score. I experimented with vocoding other instruments as well, like violin, flute, and even mandolin. There’s a recurring motif when Dek is preparing his tools that came from a 3-D printed triple barrel flute played through a vocoder. The planet of Genna features a lot of experimental synth design as well as bursts of orchestral power. The emotional moments lean into intimate string themes and soft brass.
Q: What instruments and musicians have you brought in to give PREDATOR: BADLANDS its musical textures?
Sarah Schachner: Most of what you hear, I performed myself. I played violin, viola, cello, bass, flute, synthesizers, and performed all of the vocals. Most of the score is non-orchestral, but I did record with a 70-piece orchestra for additional layers of power.
Q: What new characters were involved in BADLANDS, how did you treat them musically?
Sarah Schachner: For the sound of our protagonist, Dek - I balanced the ancestral Yautja chanting with moments of powerful brass - mirroring the brutally respected hunter he wants to be seen as. He also has a fun kickass motif that pops up throughout the film as he gains confidence on Genna. Thia has a pretty quirky theme that reflects her relentlessly positive and effervescent personality. In the film, it interacts with a “Grumpy Dek” version of it when they first meet. We joked throughout the process that her theme kind of represents every annoying person in Dek’s life. The bond that evolves between the two of them has its own theme (The Partnership) that builds throughout the film from very small and intimate to grand and powerful. Tessa’s theme is vocal and has a bit of a heavier undertone that evolves throughout the film. I used an 8-note polychord to represent the planet of Genna itself. It has an otherworldly sound that feels like tension held in perfect balance.
Q: What was most unique, most distinctive, or most challenging about scoring this project?
Sarah Schachner: The film covers a surprising amount of emotional range. It’s action packed, epic, violent, yet quite funny and emotional at the same time. Dialing in that careful balance of sensitivity and humor with aggression and intensity was a unique challenge to this project. It was also important that underneath it all, there was always a wink of levity to let the audience know it’s ok to laugh and have fun. The music is intense, but it’s never taking itself too seriously.
Q: As the film progresses, what musical cues were particularly intriguing for you and your music, without any spoilers for the audience?
Sarah Schachner: I really enjoyed the final battle scene on Genna because it merges together many of the motifs and themes established earlier, while also developing some further. As intense and aggressive as it gets, it also has moments of sensitivity.
Q: What is coming up next for you, that you might be able to mention?
Sarah Schachner: Nothing I can talk about publicly yet, but I’m in the middle of a solo album as well as a collaboration album with my partner. After the whirlwind of Badlands, I’m very excited to get back to all of this music I’ve been incubating for the past year outside of my scoring work.
Many thanksto Sarah Schachner andAlix Becq-Weinstein and RHAPSODY PR for providing this interview! Hollywood Records announces the release of the Predator: Badlands Original Motion Picture Soundtrack with music by Sarah Schachner and Benjamin Wallfisch. The digital soundtrack is available at Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music and other digital platforms. STREAM PREDATOR: BADLANDS (ORIGINAL MOTION PICTURE SOUNDTRACK) Spotify | Apple Music | Amazon Music | YouTube Music
Paramount Pictures Presents, based on the bestselling book, REGRETTING YOU. The film introduces audiences to Morgan Grant (Allison Williams) and her daughter Clara (Mckenna Grace) as they explore what’s left behind after a devastating accident reveals a shocking betrayal and forces them to confront family secrets, redefine love, and rediscover each other. REGRETTING YOU is a story of growth, resilience, and self-discovery in the aftermath of tragedy. Directed byJosh Boone, also starring Dave Franco and Mason Thames with Scott Eastwood and Willa Fitzgerald. Score by Nate Walcott (THE NEW MUTANTS [2020], STUCK IN LOVE [2012] and THE FAULT IN OUR STARS [2014] ). In theatres this October.
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Composer Nadeem Majdalany (DEADLY EXCURSION, TRAPPED, YOU DID WHAT?, DEADLY VOWS) had scored the intense thriller, DEADLY VOWS. Synopsis: Inspired by true events, a brilliant doctor’s picture-perfect life in L.A. shatters when her charming husband spirals into obsession and violence. As he puts a hit on her, she must rely on a loyal friend and a relentless detective to survive. Cast: Shiva Negar, Shohreh Aghdashloo, Billy Zane, Shane West, Peter Facinelli. On Digital and On Demand, November 14th, 2025. Watch the trailer:
Coming up in January 30, 2026, SEND HELP follows two colleagues who become stranded on a deserted island, the only survivors of a plane crash. On the island, they must overcome past grievances and work together to survive, but ultimately, it's a battle of wills and wits to make it out alive. The horror thriller is directed by Sam Raimi, starring Dylan O’Brien, Rachel McAdams, Dennis Haysbert, with score by Danny Elfman.
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From Amazon MGM Studios and Prime Video, Sam Claflin, Bill Nighy, and Eloise Little star in LAZARUS, a 6-episode TV Mini Series, premiering on October 22, 2025. Daniel O’Hara, Nicole Volavka, and Wayne Yip share the directorial duties, while Harlan Coben and Daniel Brocklehurst created the series. Composer Sarah Warne (BOOKISH, KURSK: 10 DAYS THAT SHAPPED PUTIN, THE JENNINGS VS ALZHEIMER’S, STEELTOWN MURDERS) provides the film’s score. Synopsis: Forensic psychiatrist Dr Joel ‘Laz’ Lazarus is forced to confront long-buried demons after his father Dr L dies in suspicious circumstances. At first assured his dad’s death is a suicide, Laz is soon sucked into a world of murderous conspiracy, and a race to find the killer, by strange visions of people he knows to be dead.
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Lionsgate has hosted the New York City premiere of I WISH YOU ALL THE BEST for a special evening celebrating the film’s debut, on October 27th. Synopsis: In this refreshingly modern coming-of-age story based on the best-selling book by Mason Deaver, a high school junior (Corey Fogelmanis) comes out as nonbinary and is thrown out of their family’s home. With nowhere else to turn, they move in with their estranged older sister (Alexandra Daddario) and her husband (Cole Sprouse). After enrolling in a new school, they find support from an eccentric art teacher (Lena Dunham) and form an unexpected bond with a kindhearted student (Miles Gutierrez-Riley). With the help of their new relationships, they navigate the awkward hurdles of young adulthood in this sweetly funny journey of self-discovery that celebrates the power of being true to yourself. The film was directed by Tommy Dorfman, who also wrote the screenplay. Composer: Brad Oberhofer (THE JEWEL THIEF, AMERICAN HORROR STORIES, GROUP THERAPY, THE ANDY WARHOL DIARIES).
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Last year’s global cinematic cultural sensation, which became the most successful Broadway film adaptation of all time, now reaches its epic, electrifying, emotional conclusion in WICKED: FOR GOOD. Directed once again by award-winning director Jon M. Chu and starring the spectacular returning cast, led by Academy Award® nominated superstars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, the final chapter of the untold story of the witches of Oz begins with Elphaba and Glinda estranged and living with the consequences of their choices. Elphaba (Cynthia Erivo), now demonized as The Wicked Witch of the West, lives in exile, hidden within the Ozian forest while continuing her fight for the freedom of Oz’s silenced Animals and desperately trying to expose the truth she knows about The Wizard (Jeff Goldblum). WICKED: FOR GOOD is based on the generation-defining musical stage play withmusic and lyrics by legendary Grammy and Oscar® winning composer and lyricist Stephen Schwartz and book by Winnie Holzman, from the bestselling novel by Gregory Maguire. The screenplay is by Winnie Holzman and Winnie Holzman & Dana Fox. The film score is by John Powell & Stephen Schwartz, with music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz.
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NOW YOU SEE ME NOW YOU DON’T - Only in Theaters November 1. Directed by: Ruben Fleischer, Screenplay by:Seth Grahame-Smith and Michael Lesslie and Paul Wernick & Rhett Reese, Story by: Eric Warren Singer, Based on Characters Created by: Boaz Yakin & Edward Ricourt. Cast: Jesse Eisenberg, Woody Harrelson, Dave Franco, Isla Fisher, Justice Smith, Dominic Sessa, Ariana Greenblatt, with Rosamund Pike, and Morgan Freeman. Composer: BrianTyler. Synopsis: The Four Horsemen (Jesse Eisenberg, Woody Harrelson, Dave Franco, Isla Fisher) are back — to unite with a new generation of illusionists (Justice Smith, Dominic Sessa, Ariana Greenblatt) for their most global, high-stakes magical adventure yet. Their mission: Expose the corruption of Veronika Vanderberg (Rosamund Pike), a powerful diamond heiress with ties to arms dealers, traffickers, and warlords. Aided by the legendary Thaddeus (Morgan Freeman), the two generations of magicians must overcome their differences to try and defeat their cunning and dangerous adversary, in this magic-fueled heist filled with the franchise’s signature twists, turns, and thrilling reveals — along with some of the most thrilling illusions ever captured on film.
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An Edgar Wright Film - THE RUNNING MAN – Can He Survive The Deadliest Reality Show Known To Man? SYNOPSIS: In a near-future society, THE RUNNING MAN is the top-rated show on television—a deadly competition where contestants, known as Runners, must survive 30 days while being hunted by professional assassins, with every move broadcast to a bloodthirsty public and each day bringing a greater cash reward. Desperate to save his sick daughter, working-class Ben Richards (Glen Powell) is convinced by the show’s charming but ruthless producer, Dan Killian (Josh Brolin), to enter the game as a last resort. But Ben’s defiance, instincts, and grit turn him into an unexpected fan favorite—and a threat to the entire system. As ratings skyrocket, so does the danger, and Ben must outwit not just the Hunters, but a nation addicted to watching him fall. Based on the novel by Stephen King. In Theaters Nov. 14, 2025.
Paramount Pictures and Spyglass Media Group Presents SCREAM 7. Synopsis: When a new Ghostface killer emerges in the quiet town where Sidney Prescott (Neve Campbell) has built a new life, her darkest fears are realized as her daughter (Isabel May) becomes the next target. Determined to protect her family, Sidney must face the horrors of her past to put an end to the bloodshed once and for all. Based on the characters created by Kevin Williamson, and directed by Kevin Williamson. STARRING: Neve Campbell, Courteney Cox, Isabel May, Jasmin Savoy Brown. Music by Marco Beltrami. Only in theatres February 27, 2026. Watch the Official Trailer for #Scream7 –
FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDY’S 2 – IN THEATERS DECEMBER 5 They’re not just at Freddy’s anymore. In 2023, Blumhouse’s box-office horror phenomenon FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDY’S, based on the blockbuster game series by Scott Cawthon, became the highest-grossing horror film of the year. Now, a shocking new chapter of animatronic terror begins. One year has passed since the supernatural nightmare at Freddy Fazbear’s Pizza. The stories about what transpired there have been twisted into a campy local legend, inspiring the town’s first ever Fazfest. Former security guard Mike (Josh Hutcherson) and police officer Vanessa (Elizabeth Lail) have kept the truth from Mike’s 11-year-old sister, Abby (Piper Rubio), concerning the fate of her animatronic friends. But when Abby sneaks out to reconnect with Freddy, Bonnie, Chica, and Foxy, it will set into motion a terrifying series of events, revealing dark secrets about the true origin of Freddy’s, and unleashing a long-forgotten horror hidden away for decades. They’re not just at Freddy’s anymore.
In 2023, Blumhouse’s box-office horror phenomenon Five Nights at Freddy’s, based on the blockbuster game series by Scott Cawthon, became the highest-grossing horror film of the year. Now, a shocking new chapter of animatronic terror begins. One year has passed since the supernatural nightmare at Freddy Fazbear’s Pizza. The stories about what transpired there have been twisted into a campy local legend, inspiring the town’s first ever Fazfest. Former security guard Mike (Josh Hutcherson) and police officer Vanessa (Elizabeth Lail) have kept the truth from Mike’s 11-year-old sister, Abby (Piper Rubio), concerning the fate of her animatronic friends. But when Abby sneaks out to reconnect with Freddy, Bonnie, Chica, and Foxy, it will set into motion a terrifying series of events, revealing dark secrets about the true origin of Freddy’s, and unleashing a long-forgotten horror hidden away for decades.
The cast ofFIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDY’S 2 includes returning co-stars Theodus Crane as Jeremiah and the legendary Matthew Lillard as William Afton. The film features new characters played by Freddy Carter (Shadow and Bone, Pennyworth), Wayne Knight (Jurassic Park, Seinfeld), Mckenna Grace (Ghostbusters franchise, Annabelle Comes Home) and horror icon Skeet Ulrich (Scream, Riverdale). FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDY’S 2 is directed by acclaimed returning filmmaker Emma Tammi and is written by game series creator Scott Cawthon. The filmis produced by Blumhouse founder and CEO Jason Blum and Scott Cawthon, who together produced the first film. The executive producers are director Emma Tammi, Beatriz Sequeira, Christopher Warner, Russell Binder and Marc Mostman. The first Freddy’s film opened to a record-shattering $80 million in October 2023 and went on to earn almost $300 million worldwide.
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OH. WHAT. FUN. features a star-studded ensemble cast as one loving, dysfunctional (yet very relatable) family, including Michelle Pfeiffer, Felicity Jones, Chloë Grace Moretz, Denis Leary, Dominic Sessa, Danielle Brooks, Devery Jacobs, Havana Rose Liu, Maude Apatow, with Jason Schwartzman, Eva Longoria and Joan Chen. The film includes a brand new original song “Shake tThe Snow Globe (from “Oh. What. Fun.”) (Amazon Music Original) from GRAMMY® Award-winning artist Gwen Stefani, just in time to add to your holiday playlist! Fans can now stream the song on Amazon Music, and Amazon Music Unlimited subscribers can also check out its music video, directed by Mike Ho, released exclusively on the Amazon Music app. Gwen Stefani Quote: “This is the first time I’ve ever been asked to write a song for a specific moment in a film. It made me nervous, excited, and inspired to take on the challenge of creating a Christmas song that feels up tempo, nostalgic and reflects the sentiment of the movie, Oh. What. Fun.. Acclaimed filmmaker Michael Showalter (THE BIG SICK, THE IDEA OF YOU AND THE EYES OF TAMMY FAYE) flips the script on traditional holiday movies by focusing on the family matriarch's journey, with a relatable premise that will resonate with anyone who's ever felt overwhelmed during the holidays.
Synopsis | Claire Clauster (Michelle Pfeiffer) is the glue that holds her chaotic, lovable family together every holiday season. From perfectly frosted cookies to meticulously wrapped gifts, no one decks the halls quite like Claire. But this year, after planning a special outing for her family, they make a crucial mistake and leave her home alone. Fed up and feeling underappreciated, she sets off on an impromptu adventure of her own. As her family scrambles to find her, Claire discovers the unexpected magic of a Christmas gone off script. With a dazzling ensemble cast including Felicity Jones, Chloë Grace Moretz, Denis Leary, Dominic Sessa, Danielle Brooks, Devery Jacobs, Havana Rose Liu, Maude Apatow, Jason Schwartzman, Eva Longoria and Joan Chen, and directed by Michael Showalter, Oh. What. Fun. is a spirited holiday comedy that honors and celebrates every overworked holiday host. Premieres Globally on Prime Video on December 3, 2025. Watch the trailer:
Another Few Moments of Inspiration from Mark Isham: “Just because you're not a drummer, doesn't mean that you don't have to keep time.” — Thelonious Monk, American pianist and composer.
A Musical Moment from Mark Isham: Yeses and Noes
?“If you don't hear anything, don't play anything.” — Chick Corea, American jazz pianist and composer.
With eyes towards a beautiful future - Mark
LA-LA LAND RECORDS PRESENTS: NOVEMBER 1, 2025 - NEW CD RELEASE available To Order NOW At www.Lalalandrecords.Com - PLAY DIRTY: LIMITED EDITION Music by Alan Silvestri - Limited Edition of 2000 Units - RETAIL PRICE: $21.98
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La-La Land Records, Sony Classical and Amazon/MGM Studios present a limited edition CD release of renowned composer Alan Silvestri’s (PREDATOR, THE LONG KISS GOODNIGHT, THE AVENGERS: ENDGAME) original motion picture score to the action/thriller/comedy PLAY DIRTY starring Mark Wahlberg, LaKeith Stanfield and Rosa Salazar, and directed by Shane Black. In PLAY DIRTY, expert thief Parker rolls out the biggest heist of his life, a score that pits him, and his skilled crew, against the New York Mob and an avalanche of powerful adversaries. Composer Alan Silvestri infuses all the action-packed twists and turns, suspense and grit that ensues with a propulsive orchestral score bursting with classic Silvestri verve and drenched in delightful old school film-noir vibes. Pitch prefect music for the film and a symphonic treat for the ears - packed with highlights including the sumptuous Main Title!
Produced by Alan Silvestri and David Bifano, produced for Sony Classical by Stefan Karrer and JC Chamboredon, and mastered by Rob Kleiner, this special CD release is limited to 2000 units and is art directed by Dan Goldwasser. This is a CD format release.
QUARTET RECORDS presents four new Morricone albums on CD: BLUEBEARD, LE TRIO INFERNAL, PER LE ANTICHE SCALE, LE DISSBBIDIENZA: See details:
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With THE OVAL PORTRAIT, composer Andrew Morgan Smith hascreated theoriginal score from the 2025 thriller feature film, directed by Adrian Langley, starring Simon Phillips, Louisa Capulet and Paul Thomas, produced by Grimehouse and released by Blue Fox Entertainment (USA). THE STORY: A thief, artist, and shopkeeper are pulled into the orbit of a haunted portrait connected to a vengeful ghost. THE SCORE: “When Adrian Langley approached me to score The Oval Portrait the task seemed daunting: “What if a Waxman, Korngold, or Bernstein scored this movie? Bring these old sensibilities back to sell that we’re making a throwback film.” The one thing I did know, if one director was deadly serious about intention and style it’ll be Adrian Langley. What followed was truly an amazing compositional experience. Afterall it’s not every day that you’re asked to make music of this scope and style. Truly letting loose and exploring this genre of music that we so rarely get to play with was a pleasure. Thankfully, Langley prioritized using live musicians on this score. Knowing the style we were going for, we both knew that we had to record it with real musicians. All the imperfections that come with working with live players help to sell the style and genre of the movie. The whole team loved working on this score, Andrew Osano the orchestrator did a superb job realizing the vision of the score. Robin Birner did an equally amazing job on the score mix as well as the album master. I hope you enjoy this glimpse into old school film music as much as we did creating it.” – Andrew Morgan Smith
MMS25028 THE OVAL PORTRAIT (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack), music composed by Andrew Morgan Smith, Release date: October 10, 2025.
Lakeshore Records has released JOHN CANDY: I LIKE ME -Original Motion Picture Soundtrack - Music by Tyler Strickland. From director Colin Hanks and producer Ryan Reynolds comes JOHN CANDY: I LIKE ME. Those who knew John best share his story, in their own words, through never-before-seen archival footage, imagery, and interviews. It’s a documentary of the life, career, and loss of one of the most beloved actors of all time. JOHN CANDY: I LIKE ME. The film debuted globally on Prime Video on October 10, 2025. Purchase / Stream
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Lionsgate and Fifth Season present ANNIVERSARY, a thriller directed byJan Komasa, Screenplay byLori Rosene-Gambino, with Cast: Diane Lane, Kyle Chandler, Madeline Brewer, Zoey Deutch, Phoebe Dynevor, Mckenna Grace, Daryl McCormack, Dylan O’Brien. Composers: Danny Bensi and Saunder Jurriaans. Synopsis: In this gripping thriller, a close-knit family is caught in the turmoil of a controversial rising movement known as “The Change.” Ellen and Paul (Diane Lane and Kyle Chandler) witness their lives fall apart when Ellen’s former student Liz (Phoebe Dynevor) reappears and starts dating their son (Dylan O’Brien). As Liz becomes a part of the Taylor family, tensions rise, and loyalties are tested. Liz’s role in “The Change” brings simmering conflicts to the surface, unraveling the fabric of the family just as the nation itself stands on edge during an alarming and challenging time of uncertainty.
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Laurakarpman: Everybody go watch Down Cemetery Road on @appletv and turn up the volume! I loved scoring this amazing show and the soundtrack is out now! Thank you to the brilliant artists who did such spectacular work! “When a house explodes in a quiet Oxford suburb and a girl disappears in the aftermath, neighbor Sarah Tucker (Wilson) becomes obsessed with finding her and enlists the help of private investigator Zoë Boehm (Thompson). Zoë and Sarah suddenly find themselves in a complex conspiracy that reveals people long believed dead are still among the living, while the living are fast joining the dead.” Stars: Emma Thompson, Ruth Wilson, Adeel Akhtar. Via Film Music Reporter
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MovieScore Media presents its first collaboration with Joseph Trapanese (THE WITCHER, OBLIVION, the DIVERGENT series) in this stylish horror score co-written with Jason Lazarus: THE RITUAL, from the recent film starring Al Pacino. THE RITUAL offers an original score from the 2025 horror feature film directed by David Midell, starring Al Pacino, Dan Stevens and Ashley Greene. The Story: Two priests, one in crisis with his faith and the other confronting a turbulent past, must overcome their differences to perform a risky exorcism. TheScore: “The heart of THE RITUAL lies in its exploration of grief and the fragile journey toward rediscovering faith after losing all hope. From the beginning, we knew we were being asked to write music for something deeply human, and that meant approaching the score with humility. To capture the film’s late-1920s setting, we built a palette centered on strings, organ, and heavily transformed recordings of church bells. We had initially planned to avoid any modern electronics, but the Ondes Martenot, an early electronic instrument invented the very same year the film takes place, proved irresistible. Its voice became an essential part of the score, blurring the line between the familiar and the uncanny. Much of the music comes from taking these raw sounds and reshaping them into something otherworldly. That tension, between the real and the altered, the earthly and the supernatural, mirrors one of the central questions of the film itself: are these events grounded in our world, or is something greater at play? For us, this score is more than accompaniment. It is a reflection of the film’s spiritual journey, and we hope it resonates with listeners long after the final frame fades.” – Joseph Trapanese & Jason Lazarus
MMS25022 THE RITUAL (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack). Release date: October 17, 2025
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Lakeshore Records has released REGRETTING YOU—Music from the Motion Picture digitally, featuring music by composer, producer, arranger and member of Bright Eyes, NathanielWalcott (THE FAULT IN OUR STARS). Walcott’s understated yet evocative score balances the vivid range of emotions experienced by the characters in the dramatic film from Paramount Pictures. Based on the bestselling book, REGRETTING YOU introduces audiences to Morgan Grant (Allison Williams) and her daughter Clara (Mckenna Grace) as they explore what’s left behind after a devastating accident reveals a shocking betrayal and forces them to confront family secrets, redefine love, and rediscover each other. REGRETTING YOU is a story of growth, resilience, and self-discovery in the aftermath of tragedy, also starring Dave Franco and Mason Thames with Scott Eastwood and Willa Fitzgerald and directed by Josh Boone with a screenplay by Susan McMartin, in theatres now.
Notes Walcott: “Having worked with Josh Boone and his wonderful team on five projects over the span of 12 years, we now have a deep level of trust between us and an almost unspoken understanding when it comes to the challenge of figuring out what a film needs musically. Regretting You was no exception to this, as I was afforded the freedom to use my own voice and musical language and to work with a wide palette in terms of style and instrumentation in order to take the score in whatever direction necessary to tell this compelling story. The experience was heightened and made all the more enjoyable by an exceptional cast and inspired performances.”
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THE COUPLE NEXT DOOR: SEASON 2 (Hannes De Maeyer): Original score from the 2nd season of the 2023-2025 thriller series directed by Dries Vos, starring Hugh Dennis, Janine Duvitski and Sam Palladio, produced by Eagle Eye Drama, Channel 4 and Happy Duck Films, released by Starz (USA) and Channel 4 (UK). MovieScore Media reunites with Belgian composer Hannes De Maeyer on the release of the Season 2 music from thriller series THE COUPLE NEXT DOOR, featuring soprano solos by Jolien De Gendt and the Budapest Art Orchestra. THE STORY: A young couple move to an upscale neighborhood to start a family, but soon find themselves entangled in a complex web of desire and betrayal with their new neighbors. THE SCORE: “For season 2 of The Couple Next Door I wanted to expand the sound world we created in the first season, while giving it a new emotional focus. The series is still set in the same cul-de-sac, but with an entirely new cast of characters — and Mia at the center. For her, I composed a lullaby that became the new main theme of the season. In Season 1, voices played a crucial role — sometimes natural, sometimes heavily processed — and I wanted to continue that approach here. This time I introduced a new vocal color: the classical soprano. Jolien De Gendt sings Mia’s lullaby in several key moments, her voice adding an intimate yet timeless quality that contrasts with the darker, psychological undercurrents of the series. Around that anchor, I shaped a sound world that blends acoustic and electronic elements: fragile piano lines, subtle strings and organ chords merge with layered synth textures and sound design. My aim was always to stay close to the characters, capturing both their tenderness and the tension and unease of the story — as if the score itself were an unseen presence in the room.” – Hannes De Maeyer
Based on actual events, and terrible decisions, Varese Sarabande has announced the release of the Original Motion Picture Soundtrack for ROOFMAN, featuring music by composer, arranger, and multi-instrumentalist Christopher Bear (GRIZZLY BEAR) with contributions from GRAMMY®-winning multi-instrumentalist Jon Natchez (THE WAR ON DRUGS). Streaming now across digital platforms in both standard and HD audio, the soundtrack will also be released on vinyl and CD February 20 and is available now for pre-order. Each physical edition includes liner notes by Bear and the film’s director, Derek Cianfrance (BLUE VALENTINE, THE PLACE BEYOND THE PINES). The biographical crime-comedy film, which stars Channing Tatum, Kirsten Dunst and Peter Dinklage, opened to broad acclaim on October 10th, and is currently playing in theaters globally.
MMS25025 THE COUPLE NEXT DOOR: SEASON 2 (Original Television Soundtrack)
Music Composed by HANNES DE MAEYER, Release date: October 24, 2025
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Milan Records announces the original motion picture soundtrack for François Ozon’s THE STRANGER (L’ÉTRANGER), featuring an original score by Kuwaiticomposerandmultidisciplinary artist, Fatima Al Qadiri, available October 29, 2025. The album will be available October 29 on digital platforms and accompanies the theatrical release in France of François Ozon’s haunting adaptation of Albert Camus’s legendary novel, presented in shimmering black-and-white cinematography by Manu Dacosse. Premiering at the 2025 VeniceFilm Festival, THE STRANGER has been hailed as one of Ozon’s most mature and sensorial works.
For Al Qadiri, the collaboration stemmed from a shared fascination with time, strangeness, and longing — and from the performance at the heart of the film: Benjamin Voisin was incredibly inspiring — the way he moves, his expressions, the shadows across his face. He seems to hover through his life, suspended between innocence and detachment. I wanted the music to mirror that feeling, to capture the quiet tension beneath his stillness and the anger simmering in Jamila’s presence.” Working closely with the film’s editor Clément Selitzki, Al Qadiri built a sound world that hovers between eras: a digital Kawala flute (‘the impossible Arabic flute’), a Cümbüs, Turkish plucked strings, a classical ensemble, clarinet, and warm synth textures that wrap each cue “like a blanket.” Themes trace the emotional contours of Camus’s story — from the tender motif of “La mère” to the darker tones of “Une cigarette” and the evolving romance of “La lettre de Marie.”
A HOUSE OF DYNAMITE Soundtrack From The Netflix Original Film,is available everywhere now. Academy Award® winning composer Volker Bertelmann (ALL QUIET ON THE WESTERN FRONT, CONCLAVE) brings his signature blend of emotional depth, precision, and sonic experimentation to A HOUSE OF DYNAMITE, from Academy Award® winning director Kathryn Bigelow. Approaching the score with deliberate restraint, Bertelmann crafted a tense and textural soundscape that builds across the film’s narrative, from quiet psychological unease to a crescendo of moral and political reckoning. His palette of low woodwinds, brass swells, and deep bass pulses captures both the gravity of leadership and the fragility of human decision-making. Subtle synth layers and glissando phrases create a sense of rising tension, while handcrafted sound design elements merge seamlessly with the mix to heighten the film’s physical and emotional impact. The result is a score that’s both intimate and monumental, underscoring the escalating stakes of Bigelow’s story with Bertelmann’s trademark blend of restraint, humanity, and innovation. Bertelmann notes: “Working with Kathryn Bigelow on A HOUSE OF DYNAMITE was wonderful. She gave me a lot of freedom to experiment but also had a clear vision of what the music should be like. It's an absolute privilege to be part of her film!”
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Lakeshore Records has released THE WALKING DEAD: DEAD CITY SEASON TWO—Original Series Soundtrack digitally, featuring music by composer Ian Hultquist (ASSASSINATION NATION). Hultquist, who returns from scoring season one of AMC Networks’ THE WALKING DEAD: DEAD CITY, ups the level of atmospheric dread for season two with a foundation of dark synth work, heavily distorted bass and booming drums that evoke an increasingly chaotic post-apocalyptic Manhattan. The series, starring Lauren Cohan and Jeffrey Dean Morgan, is streaming now on AMC+. The Walking Dead: Dead City follows the popular Maggie (Cohan) and Negan (Morgan) characters traveling into a post-apocalyptic Manhattan, long ago cut off from the mainland. The crumbling city is filled with the dead and denizens who have made New York City their own world full of anarchy, danger, beauty, and terror. In season two, in the growing war for control of Manhattan, Maggie and Negan find themselves trapped on opposite sides. As their paths intertwine, they come to see that the way out for both is more complicated and harrowing than they ever imagined.
Notes Hultquist: Season two of Dead City is bigger and badder than the first, which meant writing a score that could follow suit. It was a great opportunity to expand our characters’ themes from season one, as well as writing some new ones. More distortion, more drums and more chaos all come into play as our story takes off. There are some incredible action pieces that take place throughout the season, which really gave me an opportunity to push my writing on the score for the show to new heights. One of my favorites is the 8-minute-long action sequence “Attack on the Hudson River.” We’ve also got a new theme for our big bad character of the season, Bruegel. It’s a mix of dark, fuzzed-out bass mixed with propulsive drum beats & melting piano notes. I’m really proud of my work on this season of Dead City, and am over the moon to be able to release the soundtrack for fans of the show to enjoy!” Purchase/ Stream:
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Milan Records today releases two albums of music from HEDDA, including both an original score by Academy Award-, Golden Globe-, Emmy- and GRAMMY-winning composer Hildur Guðnadóttir and an album of cover songs produced by Guðnadóttir and performed by the film’s cast. A bold reimagining of Henrik Ibsen’s classic play by director Nia DaCosta, Hedda prompted Guðnadóttir to craft a soundscape inspired by avant-garde composer Cornelius Cardew and his radical “Scratch Orchestra.” Infusing the music with the same spirit of communal experimentation, Hildur Guðnadóttir utilized both professional musicians and contributions from on-set actors and crew members throughout the score. Layered with lively jazz movements, propulsive percussion and sampled breathwork, the resulting soundscape injects movement and vitality into the dialogue-driven structure of the film. Of the music, composer HILDUR GUÐNADÓTTIR says, “Hedda Gabler is one of the juiciest female characters written in the last century, so it was a real joy to synch my teeth into her story with Nia and the cast. Nia and I wanted the score to have energy and driving force, and to feel a sense of the music being in the party where the film takes place. We wrote the song ‘Stolen Tale’ together, which serves both as the love theme and party music played by the live jazz band. The song leads us through the emotional arch of the story.” About HEDDA: A provocative reimagining of Henrik Ibsen’s classic play, Hedda follows enigmatic newlywed Hedda (Tessa Thompson), who is outwardly composed but hiding a simmering discontent that threatens to explode when the brilliant and charismatic Eileen Lovberg (Nina Hoss) reenters her life. Over the course of a raucous party, the high and low of society endure the consequences of this dangerous and unknowable woman yearning for a past love. What ensues is a ruthless game of manipulation, where lust, jealousy, and betrayal collide. Written and directed by Nia DaCosta, Hedda is a daring exploration of power, desire, and a woman’s refusal to be confined.
Arriving alongside the Original Score is an EP produced by Hildur Guðnadóttir featuring cover versions of popular jazz classics from the period heard within the film and performed by the cast – listen here. Hedda is now available in select theaters and will make its worldwide debut exclusively on Prime Video next Wednesday, October 29.
Available Now From Milan Records:ORIGINAL MOTION PICTURE SCORE and MUSIC FROM THE ORIGINAL MOTION PICTURE SOUNDTRACK
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BALLAD OF A SMALL PLAYER (Soundtrack From The Netflix Original Film),is available everywhere now. Academy Award® winning composer Volker Bertelmann (ALL QUIET ON THE WESTERN FRONT, A HOUSE OF DYNAMITE, CONCLAVE) brings his signature blend of emotional depth, precision, and sonic experimentation to BALLAD OF A SMALL PLAYER, from Academy Award® winning director Edward Berger. ForBallad of a Small Player, Volker Bertelmann weaves an evocative and atmospheric score that mirrors the film’s journey of memory, loss, and redemption. Drawing on delicate piano motifs, textured strings, and haunting ambient layers, he creates a sound world that feels both intimate and otherworldly. The music drifts between melancholy and mystery, reflecting the emotional dissonance of the story’s characters as they navigate the blurred lines of the film’s themes. The result is a deeply human score, restrained yet resonant, that captures the poetic stillness and emotional undercurrents at the heart of BALLAD OF A SMALL PLAYER. BERTELMANN notes, “Edward Berger is a wonderful partner. Working with him on every film is a new challenge, and I love that approach. The opportunity to compose a bold, melodic film score was based on a very powerful and operatic piece by componist Antonín Leopold Dvo?ák that Edward heard, which set the direction for the score.” ABOUT BALLAD OF A SMALL PLAYER: Lord Doyle (Colin Farrell) is laying low in Macau – spending his days and nights on the casino floors, drinking heavily and gambling what little money he has left. Struggling to keep up with his fast-rising debts, he is offered a lifeline by the mysterious Dao Ming (Fala Chen), a casino employee with secrets of her own. However, in hot pursuit is Cynthia Blithe (Tilda Swinton) – a private investigator ready to confront Doyle with what he is running from. As Doyle tries to climb to salvation, the confines of reality start to close in.
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The Retro Euro Cult Film Score Society via John Bender: Four Flies Records - NEW PRE-ORDER: Due to high public demand, Four Flies is thrilled to finally release Nude per l’assassino on CD. This is the complete version, featuring all 22 tracks from the original score. If you want more, we’re also offering an exclusive bundle that includes the lavish LP edition + the full-length CD version. Out on December 5th. Secure your copies today.
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Lakeshore Records has released THE DEVIL IN DISGUISE: JOHN WAYNE GACY — Original Series Soundtrack - Music by Leopold Ross & Nick Chuba. All 8 episodes of the series starring Michael Chernus are streaming now on Peacock. Ross and Chuba excel at creating distinctive and strikingly ominous soundscapes. Two cellists, Hillary Smith and Mauro Basilio, collaborated with the endlessly creative composers and they created both atmospherically mournful and quaveringly tense backdrops to the series that explores all facets involved in the horrific actions of a serial killer and the collateral damage left in his wake. Note Ross and Chuba: “In creating the score for DEVIL IN DISGUISE our starting and ending place was the cello. We worked with two cellists named Hillary Smith and Mauro Basilio to achieve a sound that both highlights the tragedy of the victim’s perspective and the horror of the crimes committed. Hillary's lyrical playing was a perfect fit for the victims' families and Mauro's "prepared cello" captured the brutality of John Wayne Gacy's crimes. We used everything from motors plucking the strings to a plastic cup wedged in between the body and bridge of Mauro's cello. Combining electronic processing with a live string section we were able to place these two amazing cellists front and center in our score.”
From 1972-1978, thirty-three young men were kidnapped, murdered and buried in a crawl space beneath their killer's house. And no one was the wiser. Not for all those years. Why? He was charming and funny. Had a good, All-American job. He was a community leader. He even volunteered to entertain sick kids...while dressed as a clown. DEVIL IN DISGUISE: JOHN WAYNE GACY peels back the twisted layers of Gacy’s life while weaving in heartrending stories of his victims; exploring the grief, guilt, and trauma of their families and friends; and exposing the systemic failures, missed opportunities and societal prejudices that fueled his reign of terror.
All 8 episodes of the series are streaming now on Peacock.
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The wait is over! The full official soundtrack for Netflix’s hit rom comNOBODY WANTS THIS Season 2 is out now, featuring all-new music from Selena Gomez, FINNEAS, Chris Stapleton, Teddy Swims, Baylee Lynn, and more. Led by the award-winning music supervision team at Aperture Music - Manish Raval, Tom Wolfe, and Jonathan Leahy, the soundtrack represents one of the most ambitious collaborations in recent TV, blending 18 unreleased tracks developed specifically for the show’s tone and emotional arcs. NOBODY WANTS THIS Season 2 is now streaming on Netflix, with the full soundtrack available on all major platforms.
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Lakeshore Records Releases ORWELL 2+2=5 - ORIGINAL MOTION PICTURE SOUNDTRACK, music by Alexei Aigui. About Orwell 2+2=5: The life and career of George Orwell and how his political observations are still relevant in the present day, particularly the lessons from his novel “Nineteen Eighty-Four.” Purchase / Stream
Arriving only in theaters October 24, 2025, Milan Records has released SPRINGSTEEN: DELIVER ME FROM NOWHERE (Original Motion Picture Score) with music by multi-instrumentalist, songwriter and composer Jeremiah Fraites of The Lumineers. Available everywhere now, the album features original score music crafted by Fraites for the biographical film surrounding the making of Bruce Springsteen’s 1982 seminal album Nebraska. Rather than try to imitate Springsteen’s singular sound within the score, Fraites wanted to capture the raw emotionality at the heart of the film. To do so, he relied primarily on a weathered upright piano as the basis for his compositions, building upon its rich sound with layers of warm synthwork and sweeping orchestral movements. The result is a delicately moving yet stirring body of music that complements the intimate, unfiltered portrait of Springsteen on the cusp of global superstardom. Of the score, Jeremiah Fraites says, “Scoring this film felt like fate. Most of the music was written on an old upright piano that was nearly thrown away 30+ years ago—until my mom, Kathy, rescued it and brought it to our home in New Jersey. It’s the same piano where I first taught myself to play. We call it Firewood—a nickname from my piano tuner, who once joked it was only good for burning. That ‘imperfect’ piano became the soul of this score. I wanted its rawness to echo the authenticity Scott Cooper achieved for this film. I even went as far as to run some of my cues and audio through a TEAC-144, the same recorder Springsteen used on Nebraska, as a nod to Bruce’s vision and legacy.”
AboutSPRINGSTEEN: DELIVER ME FROM NOWHERE: From 20th Century Studios, Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere chronicles the making of Bruce Springsteen’s 1982 Nebraska album when he was a young musician on the cusp of global superstardom, struggling to reconcile the pressures of success with the ghosts of his past. Recorded on a 4-track recorder in Springsteen’s New Jersey bedroom, the album marked a pivotal time in his life and is considered one of his most enduring works—a raw, haunted acoustic record populated by lost souls searching for a reason to believe.
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Lakeshore Records has digitally released THE SUMMER I TURNED PRETTY S2—Prime Video Original Series Soundtrack, featuring music by composer Zachary Dawes (THE BIG DOORPRIZE). Dawes’ coolly atmospheric score provides a dreamy soundscape that accompanies the characters’ emotional highs and lows of the hit series’ second season. Created by Jenny Han, Season Two of THE SUMMER I TURNED PRETTYis streaming now on Prime Video.
About Season Two ofTHE SUMMER I TURNED PRETTY: Based on the best-selling book trilogy from Jenny Han, The Summer I Turned Pretty is a multigenerational drama that hinges on a love triangle between one girl and two brothers, the ever-evolving relationship between mothers and their children, and the enduring power of strong female friendship. It is a coming-of-age story about first love, first heartbreak, and the magic of that one perfect summer.
Notes Dawes: “Scoring THE SUMMER I TURNED PRETTY has been a real highlight of my career. It is such an honor to be a part of something for so many seasons and to work for Jenny, who has such a vision and articulates what she likes and wants with such ease.”
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MovieScore Media is excited to be working on the soundtrack release for the US indie sci-fi film, XENO – a darker, more monstrous update to the classic E.T. formula for a new generation. Composer Ryan Taubert [CODE 8 (2019), BLOCKBUSTER (2019) and KING ARTHUR: LEGEND OF THE SWORD (2017)] has written a truly great orchestral score where mystery meets awe, alienation meets friendship, science meets fiction and emotional involvement meets sacrifice. The film hit theaters nationwide last September; the first digital single will be out in a short while, with the full MovieScore Media album coming later! Synopsis: A teenager makes a terrifying extraterrestrial with her friend after it crashes nearby in the desert. The youngster manages to deal with her sad mother and the mother's violent boyfriend while simultaneously protecting her dangerous new buddy. Watch the trailer:
Lakeshore Records has released HALLOW ROAD—Original Motion Picture Soundtrack digitally, on October 31 with an original score by composers Lorne Balfe (Mission: Impossible—Fallout, Black Widow), and Peter Adams (Survive, Going All the Way). The score utilizes synths, strings and layered woodwinds to create a dark and atmospheric backdrop to the horror thriller. The composers also take inspiration from Depeche Mode’s 1987 song “Behind The Wheel” in both a slow and haunting version that showcases a ghostly muted choir as well as creating six more tracks that are menacing variations on the song. The XYZ film is back in theaters this weekend in a special double feature with VINCENT MUST DIE. Synopsis: Two parents receive a distressing late-night call from their teenage daughter, who has just accidentally hit a pedestrian. They jump in their car, racing to get there before anyone else stumbles across the scene. As they head deeper into the night, disturbing revelations threaten to tear the family apart. They soon realize they are not the only ones driving down Hallow Road. Note Balfe and Adams: “Babak Anvari had a very clear and inspired vision for the film — he wanted the music to feel deeply textural and atmospheric. We explored this by recording solo woodwinds and transforming them into haunting, layered soundscapes that mirror the film’s tension and setting in the woods. Reimagining Depeche Mode’s ‘Behind the Wheel’ for the track titled ‘Come to Terms,’ on the soundtrack was a highlight — blending choir, orchestra, and electronics into something haunting and darkly beautiful.” Purchase/Stream:
Walt Disney Records has released STAR WARS VISIONS VOLUME 3 Original Soundtracks digitally on all major music platforms today, October 31. The soundtracks feature original music from the animated short film anthology series celebrating the mythology ofSTAR WARS. The third installment of the lauded series showcases 9 films, all of which are created by a different renowned anime studio and are streaming now on Disney+. The films also showcase some of the most celebrated international artists on 9 different accompanying soundtracks including superstar Japan-based artist Sheena Ringo (“The Bounty Hunters” episode), who, backed by Taisei Iwasaki and Ludvig Forssell, performs the effortlessly soulful song “Beyond Countless Worlds of Truth.” Another of Japan’s premiere singer-songwriters, Sakura Fujiwara (the episode titled “BLACK”), performs the exhilaratingly jazz-inflected opus “Two of Me.” The series continues to push the boundaries of creativity in both its storyline vision and its scores.
The award-winning anthology of animated short films celebrates the mythology of Star Wars through unique cultural lenses. “Star Wars: Visions” Volume 3 features nine shorts from Nine Different Anime Studios—David Production, Kamikaze Douga + ANIMA, Kinema Citrus Co., Polygon Pictures, Production I.G, Project Studio Q, TRIGGER, WIT Studio.
Volume 1 of STAR WARS: VISIONS, which premiered in 2021, received an Emmy® nomination for the short, “The Duel.” The Emmy, Lumière, and Annie Award-winning second volume was
released in 2023 and featured shorts by global animation studios, including Aardman, Cartoon
Saloon, Triggerfish, and Punkrobot. With Volume 3, the animated anthology returns to where it
all began with nine shorts from nine different anime studios to further demonstrate the diversity
and creativity of Japanese animation. Volume 3 also expands the storyline on three of the shorts from
Volume 1—“The Duel,” “The Village Bride,” and “The Ninth Jedi.”
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Angel Studios critically acclaimed WWII Drama TRUTH & TREASON has a 97% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes, and it was #6 at the Box Office on opening weekend! The filmmakers, cast, and award-winning composer Aaron Zigman (The Notebook, Bridge to Terabithia, The Six Triple Eight). Stars: Rupert Evans (The Man In The High Castle), Ewan Horrocks (Netflix’s The Last Kingdom), Ferdinand Mckay, Daf Thomas, and Nye Occomore. SYNOPSIS: Based on a true story, TRUTH & TREASON follows German teenager Helmuth Hübener, who is forced to confront a terrible truth—loyalty to his country now means loyalty to a lie. When his trusted bishop urges obedience to the Nazi regime, he begins to question everything. And after his Jewish friend is taken away, he secretly listens to banned radio broadcasts and launches a resistance, exposing the truth. But in a nation ruled by fear, defiance comes at a cost—and as the regime closes in, he must decide what it truly means to be a good German. The film is rated PG-13.
Angel released TRUTH & TREASON in theaters worldwide on Oct. 17.
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Lakeshore Records released SHELBY OAKS Original Motion Picture Soundtrack digitally today, October 31 with music by James Burkholder (The Forever Purge), with Andy Grush and Taylor Newton Stewart AKA The Newton Brothers (The Life of Chuck). Strings, synths and piano create a boldly dark and dissonant backdrop to the tension-filled supernatural horror film. The NEON film directed by Chris Stuckmann and starring Camille Sullivan, Brendan Sexton III, Michael Beach, Robin Bartlett and Keith David, is in theaters now. Synopsis:
A woman’s obsessive search for her missing sister leads her into a terrifying mystery at the hands of an unknown evil.
Note Burkholder: “As a lifelong fan of horror, it was a privilege to play in the sandbox Chris Stuckmann so brilliantly created—SHELBY OAKS shows us compassion and chaos, devotion and disaster, and I think the score reflects that.”
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MovieScore Media offers the soundtrack toBAGHDAD MESSI by composer Frédéric Vercheval. It is the original score from the 2023 drama feature film directed by Sahim Omar Kalifa, starring Ahmed Mohammed Abdullah, Atheer Adel and Zahraa Ghandour, produced by A Team Productions, 10.80 Films, Column Film and Mitos Film, and released by The Searchers (Belgium). THE STORY: In war-torn Iraq, a ten-year-old boy with a crippling injury has an unquenchable passion for football. THE SCORE: “Baghdad Messi‘s music is a journey into the heart of Hamoudi’s feelings, this passionate young boy whose innocence and dreams are shattered by the violence of men. Our goal with director Sahim Omar Kalifa was to capture this contrast between the harshness of war and the resilience of childhood. The musical narrative, through its contrasts marked by the gentleness of the strings, the poetry of the duduk and oud, and the rhythmic percussion, takes us on a journey into the heart of Hamoudi’s emotions. The score, with its broad, Eastern influences, represents landscapes, the desert, the heat, but also the innocence of childhood, loss, mourning, and love. It was a truly international experience, recorded in Budapest with the magnificent Hungarian Studio Orchestra and in Brussels for the solo instruments. I had the immense privilege of collaborating with exceptional musicians. Vardan Hovanissian’s duduk soars above the whole, creating a link between the landscapes and the characters. Tristan Driessens’ oud, sometimes rhythmic, sometimes melodic, punctuates the narrative. These instruments converse with the depth of the strings, which convey innocence, love, but also grief. At times, percussion and darker textures recall the reality of an endless conflict. It is music about loss, but above all, about the unwavering hope that persists at the heart of the tragedy.” – Frédéric Vercheval. THE COMPOSER: Frédéric Vercheval was born in Brussels, Belgium. Frédéric has composed the soundtracks for multiple feature films and has worked with Oscar-winning directors such as Bille August and Agnieszka Holland. He is president of the Belgian Screen Composer Guild. Frédéric Vercheval was nominated for the Magritte du cinéma for Best Original Score five times for Diamant 13,Krach, Pas son genre, Melody and Chez Nous. His soundtrack for the film Duelles won a World Soundtrack Award in 2019 and a Magritte du Cinema for best original score in 2020. MovieScore Media released his scores for The Pact, Les volets verts and Green Border.
MMS25027 BAGHDAD MESSI (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 7, 2025: Lakeshore Records is set to release MURDAUGH: DEATH IN THE FAMILY—Original Series Soundtrack digitally, available on November 7, with an original score by Emmyâ-nominated composer and multi-instrumentalist Ariel Marx (DYING FOR SEX, BLACK MIRROR). Marx’s singular knack for creating strikingly dissonant and atmospheric soundscapes creates an unsettling tone for the horrific true story of the Murdaugh murders case. New episodes of the series are streaming now on Hulu. Synopsis: Maggie and Alex enjoy a lavish life of privilege as members of one of South Carolina’s most powerful legal dynasties. But when their son Paul is involved in a deadly boat crash, the family is faced with a test unlike any they’ve ever encountered. As details come to light and new challenges emerge, the family’s connections to several mysterious deaths raise questions which threaten everything Maggie and Alex hold dear.
Note Marx: “I'm excited to team up with Lakeshore again to release the score for Murdaugh: Death in the Family. With brushstrokes of acoustic guitars, jaw harps and processed woodwinds, this album explores the southern underbelly and tragic legacy of the Murdaugh family.” Buy/Stream the Album:
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The Original Soundtrack for the poignant, beautiful and critically acclaimed film MY DEAD FRIEND ZOE, scored by Dan Romer is out today, Nov 7th 2025, on all digital platforms via Drawing Number One Records. The soundtrack is comprised of 12 original score cues and an original song and collaboration between Dan Romer & singer-songwriter Kaia Kater “Beautiful Ruin.” Said Composer Dan Romer on the score & song: For My Dead Friend Zoe, our goal was to make the score feel as though it were heard through the lens of memory. The story is ultimately about Merit’s relationship with, and memories of, Zoe - so we wanted every piece of music to inhabit that same fragile, dreamlike space where memory and emotion blur together. We leaned into an ambient, floating sonic world, often avoiding strict rhythm so the music could drift between past and present. When rhythm did emerge, it was entirely sourced from the military’s aural landscape — the metallic clink of dog tags, the chop of helicopter blades, and the echo of artillery fire — all sampled, processed, and transformed into organic percussion. These sounds became the heartbeat of Zoe’s world without ever feeling literal. For the end-credits sequence, we knew we needed something truly special. When Kaia joined the project, we layered her voice over the existing score, weaving it seamlessly into the film’s memoryscape. Her vocals became an extension of the sonic language — both human and haunting — turning the music into a living echo of Zoe herself. Kaia Kater on “Beautiful Ruin:” Working with Dan Romer on the song 'Beautiful Ruin' was an absolute joy. Through our conversations with writer/director Kyle Hausmann-Stokes, we wanted to write a song that both acknowledges the intense grief of Merit's PTSD, while also highlighting the beauty and lifeblood of her deep friendship with Zoe. Dan and I went back and forth on melodies and lyrics, eventually landing on a quietly hopeful tone: lately I’ve been thinking of starting a garden/watching it grow/breathing, letting you go. (Stream the album here: Spotify / Apple Music)
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Lakeshore Records releases ROBIN HOOD: SEASON 1—Music from the MGM+ Original Series digitally today, November 7 with an original score by composer Federico Jusid. Jusid’s dynamic use of orchestra score and choir creates a rich and emotive backdrop to the striking version of the classic medieval tale. The series is airing new episodes now on MGM+. Synopsis: ROBIN HOOD follows the tumultuous journey of a Saxon forester's son (Rob) turned legendary outlaw, as he navigates the corridors of power and leads a daring fight for justice and freedom. As Rob grapples with his inner demons and battles against the Norman elite, the series weaves a rich tapestry of historical accuracy, modern relevance, and intricate character dynamics. With its expansive scope, including vibrant depictions of medieval England, the Vatican, the Palace at Westminster and beyond, and an ensemble cast featuring compelling stories of Queen Eleanor, the spirited Maid Marian, her best friend Priscilla, and more, "Robin Hood" promises an exhilarating, action packed reimagining of the iconic narrative, offering audiences an unforgettable adventure unlike any other, and a take on this story unlike any before it. Purchase/Stream:
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Milan Records today releases the first of new music from Apple TV’s highly anticipated drama PLURIBUS, the new science fiction series from Breaking Bad creator and Better Call Saul co-creator Vince Gilligan. Available everywhere now is the series’ main title theme by acclaimed composer Dave Porter as well as an original cover by Turkish singer Murat Evgin of “Nobody Told Me” written by John Lennon. The project reunites creator Vince Gilligan with composer Dave Porter and music supervisor Thomas Golubi? following their creative collaborations on both Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul. For the project, Thomas Golubi? was tasked with sourcing a series of cross-cultural covers and songs performed by artists from across the globe, with each song serving as distinct episodic end credit themes. Today’s release will be followed by a series of individual single releases for the featured songs as well as two albums of score music by Dave Porter. Starring Rhea Seehorn, who earned two Emmy nominations for her acclaimed performance in Better Call Saul, Pluribus makes its global debut on Apple TV today, with its first two episodes available now – watch here.
Of the series’ music, VINCE GILLIGAN says, “Having collaborated with them now for nearly two decades, Dave Porter and Thomas Golubi? continue to surprise and delight me. Their artistry increases each year, as does their enthusiasm. I can’t imagine doing a show without them. When we started talking about Pluribus, we knew it would have a global scope. But how could we express that musically? Apple TV, God bless them, encouraged us to take bigger swings than we’d ever taken before. For the first time, Dave was able to have his compositions performed by a symphony orchestra and full choir. And Thomas was able to commission the creation of songs by artists all over the world. What a step up that is from only being able to license existing recordings! Apple’s generosity has been put to magnificent use. I couldn’t be more impressed by Dave’s and Thomas’ efforts this season. It may be their best work yet, and I’m excited for you to hear it."
Of the score, composer DAVE PORTER says, “I’ve been so fortunate to collaborate with Vince Gilligan on all of his incredible projects, but Pluribus is special in that it is the first time since the pilot of Breaking Bad that we’ve had the opportunity to create an entirely new world to explore. For me, this was an exciting chance to take all that we have learned working together down to the studs and create an entirely new musical landscape that is uniquely Pluribus.” Meanwhile, speaking of the series’ featured songs, music supervisor THOMAS GOLUBI? says, “Creating international covers of recognizable pop songs was our idea for the closing of each episode of Pluribus. Once we explored the concepts in the series and saw a parallel to themes of revolution and enlightenment in the counter-culture anthems from the late 1960s and 1970s, music coordinator Olivia Schlichting and I reached out to some of our favorite non-English language artists and paired them with songs that resonated creatively. We are delighted with these very unique and inspired interpretations and are excited for our audience to discover them with each episode.”
Finally, MURAT EVGIN says of his cover, “As a kid who had The Beatles posters on his walls in late ‘80s, I’d never have imagined that one day I’d sing a John Lennon song in Turkish and hear it in Vince Gilligan’s show thanks to Thomas Golubi?. It was a big responsibility to translate the lyrics of my childhood hero into Turkish and joy to add ethnic instruments from my country to ‘Nobody Told Me.’ I guess life is really what happens to us while we’re busy making other plans, as John once said. ABOUT PLURIBUS: Pluribus is a genre-bending original in which the most miserable person on Earth must save the world from happiness. In addition to Rhea Seehorn, the series stars Karolina Wydra (Sneaky Pete) and Carlos-Manuel Vesga (The Hijacking of Flight 601), and guest stars Miriam Shor (American Fiction) and Samba Schutte (Our Flag Means Death). Pluribus is produced for Apple TV by Sony Pictures Television and executive produced by Emmy Award winner Vince Gilligan alongside WGA Award winner Gordon Smith, Alison Tatlock, Diane Mercer, Allyce Ozarski and Jeff Frost. Jenn Carroll and Trina Siopy serve as co-executive producers. “PLURIBUS THEME (MAIN TITLE THEME FROM PLURIBUS)” BY DAVE PORTER: LISTEN HERE “NOBODY TOLD ME (FROM PLURIBUS)” BY MURAT EVGIN: LISTEN HERE
Lakeshore Records releases STAR TREK: STRANGE NEW WORLDS SEASON 3—Original Series Soundtrack digitally today, November 7, with an original score by Nami Melumad (Marvel's THOR: LOVE AND THUNDER (2022), Netflix's THE WOMAN IN THE HOUSE ACROSS THE STREET FROM THE GIRL IN THE WINDOW (2022), and the Paramount+ Series, STAR TREK: STRANGE NEW WORLDS (2022) as well as STAR TREK: PRODIGY (2021), making her the first female composer for the Star Trek franchise). Melamud’s soaring orchestral score reflects the imaginative, dramatic, emotional and humorous aspects of the highly popular Star Trek series. Season 3 of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds is streaming now on Paramount+. In season three when we reconnect with the crew of the U.S.S. Enterprise, still under the command of Captain Pike, they face the conclusion of season two’s harrowing encounter with the Gorn. But new life and civilizations await, including a villain that will test our characters’ grit and resolve. An exciting twist on classic Star Trek, season three takes characters both new and beloved, to new heights and dives into thrilling adventures of faith, duty, romance, comedy and mystery with varying genres never before seen on any other Star Trek. Notes Melumad: “One of the things I love most about Strange New Worlds is how boldly it moves through different genres. This season, we boldly go from comedy to documentary, romance to war, mystery to adventure, and these intimate moments of friendship, each calling for a unique musical approach. At the same time, I get to honor the rich legacy and emotional continuity of Star Trek while exploring new sounds, textures, and an extended orchestral palette. I’m also profoundly grateful to my incredible team and musicians, whose talent and dedication make bringing this music to life possible.”
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Lakeshore Records has released ALL HER FAULT—Original Series Soundtrack digitally today, November 7, with an original score by five-time Emmy winning composer Jeff Beal (House of Cards). Beal’s orchestral score augmented with electronic flourishes and piano creates an ever dark and ominous backdrop to the high-tension suburban-thriller series adapted from the best-selling novel of the same name by Andrea Mara. All episodes of the series are streaming now on Peacock. Notes Beal: “A mystery/thriller combined with smart and rich character portrayals gave me a wealth of dramatic material to navigate. The show is about trust, secrets, lies, friendship, and ultimately the emotional toll of parenthood. I used many colors from my work in this score, especially a string orchestra, electronics, solo piano, and a boy soprano to create music to mirror this tense and personal world. While often intimate in scale, there was often a sense of the operatic in the size of the emotional scope of this unique story.”
Synopsis: Marissa Irvine arrives to collect her young son Milo from his first playdate, but the woman who answers the door isn't a mother she recognizes. She doesn't have Milo and has never heard of him. As every parent's worst nightmare begins to unfold, new questions lead to deep secrets, revealing cracks in the Irvine's seemingly perfect world until everything is left shattered.
The series stars Sarah Snook (Succession), Jake Lacy (The White Lotus), Dakota Fanning (The Watchers), Michael Peña (Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan), Sophia Lillis (Asteroid City), Abby Elliott (The Bear), Daniel Monks (Kaos), Jay Ellis (Insecure), Thomas Cocquerel (The Gilded Age), Duke McCloud, and Kartiah Vergara.
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Lakeshore Records also Releases today, November 7 THE MAP THAT LEADS TO YOU— ORIGINAL MOTION PICTURE SOUNDTRACK - Music by Sarah Trevino
THE MAP THAT LEADS TO YOUfollows Heather (Cline), a young woman setting off on an adventure across Europe with her best friends before settling into her perfectly planned life. When she crosses paths with Jack (Apa), a magnetic and mysterious stranger, their instant spark ignites an emotional journey neither of them expected. As their connection deepens, secrets, life choices, and hidden truths will test their bond—and change her life in ways she never imagined. From director Lasse Hallström (Dear John, Safe Haven) comes this adaptation of JP Monninger's novel about love, destiny, and the courage to choose your own path. ABOUT SARAH TREVINO: Upon graduating with her master’s degree, Sarah secured a position with film composer Brian Tyler, providing additional music for the films TRANSFORMERS ONE, SUPER MARIO BROS., FAST 9 AND 10, SCREAM, THOSE WHO WISH ME DEAD, and RAMBO: LAST BLOOD among others. She was also the score producer on Awakening, the resident live show at the Wynn hotel in Las Vegas. Purchase / Stream Read Lakeshore’s blog Soundtracks, Scores And Morehere
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Something to wait for: Composer Ilan Eshkeri’s ‘Space Station Earth’is a genre-defying audio-visual experience which offers the opportunity to see the world through the eyes of an astronaut. A collaboration between theBAFTA andEmmy-nominated composer and the European Space Agency, ‘Space Station Earth’ is now set to embark upon a UKtour in 2026 after wowing audiences during a sold-out premiere at London’s Royal Albert Hall in 2022. The live dates will kick off in Glasgow on 28th May 2026 and will include London, Birmingham and Manchester. ‘Space Station Earth’ invites audiences to feel the wonder, fragility, and unity of our planet — bringing to life, through music and imagery, the awe of seeing Earthfrom space. Whether you are a space enthusiast, care about the planet, a concert goer, a cinema music fan, or an immersive experience seeker, this show will allow you to experience the planet as you’ve never seen it before. ‘Space Station Earth’ is an immersive event which unites evocative, atmospheric and emotional music performed by a synth-pop band, an orchestra and a choir with huge screen, high-definition footage filmed by astronauts from the International Space Station. The show takes audiences on the profoundly moving journey of astronauts travelling to the space station – a journey that astronauts find hard to describe. It’s presented through a visionary blend of music, science, and cinema. Many live events promise to offer something unique, but this truly does - an opportunity to capture the feeling of The Overview Effect: the profound awe astronauts feel when viewing the Earthfrom orbit. The ‘Space Station Earth’ concept was inspired by Ilan Eshkeri’s friendship with astronaut Tim Peake, who is a fan of his music and praised the show’s ability “to capture the emotion of human spaceflight and exploration.” Eshkeri further explored the idea in-depth with his acclaimed accompanying album which can be heard HERE. Ilan Eshkeri says, “Human spaceflight will be at the forefront of public consciousness in 2026, with the planned Artemis II mission taking humans back to the moon. This created the perfect opportunity to bring back ‘Space Station Earth’ to give audiences the opportunity to see through the eyes of an astronaut.”
The ‘Space Station Earth’ tour dates are below. Tickets go on general sale at 10am, on Friday, October 17thhere. Follow Ilan Eshkeri: Website| Instagram| X| Facebook | YouTube Follow ‘Space Station Earth’ Website| Instagram| X| Facebook | YouTube
Via Mikael Carlsson: A while ago, composer Stephen Edwards approached me with an unusual idea. He had re-imagined his Requiem For My Mother into a large work for orchestra and solo piano and was looking for a way to make it relevant to a new audience. We discussed various options, and I came up with the idea to anchor this very heartfelt, hopeful and utterly beautiful work to the devastating state of war on many parts of our world. So, Prayer for Peace: Serenade for Piano and Orchestra was born. Stephen had recorded the piano part himself on his Steinway before the piano and Stephen’s studio were destroyed in the 1/7/25 fires, dubbed over the orchestral recording made by the City Of Prague Philharmonic Orchestra for the original Requiem recording. We renamed each movement, and this is the Pie Jesu which became Pious, our first single from the full-length album coming out soon on my classical music label, Mother Goose Recordings. I hope that you will find this music as comforting as I did. I did the additional mixing, mastering and artwork. Thanks, Stephen, for entrusting me with this special project.”
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PREHISTORIC PLANET: ICE AGE Season 3 continues the storytelling journey of Apple TVs acclaimed, Emmy Award-nominated natural history series PREHISTORIC PLANET, which transported audiences 66 million years into the past to witness the age of dinosaurs across two celebrated seasons. Blending cinematic storytelling with photorealistic visual effects, the series brings ancient worlds to life, offering a firsthand look at some of the most extraordinary creatures ever to walk the Earth. PREHISTORIC PLANET: ICE AGE is a sweeping new installment of the award-winning natural history series from executive producers Jon Favreau and Mike Gunton, produced by BBC Studios Natural History Unit (PLANET EARTH), and narrated by Golden Globe Award and Olivier Award winner Tom Hiddleston (EARTHSOUNDS), with an original score by Hans Zimmer, Anže Rozman and Kara Talve from Bleeding Fingers Music. The five-part docuseries, set to premiere globally on November 26, 2025, invites viewers into a dramatic new era of prehistoric life, millions of years after the extinction of the dinosaurs — an era shaped by ice, the intense fight to survive and the rise of a new cast of giants: the iconic megafauna.
PREHISTORIC PLANET: ICE AGE uses the latest scientific research and cutting-edge visual effects to bring this frozen world to life like never before, unveiling the spectacular habitats and inhabitants of ancient Earth for a one-of-a-kind experience. From towering woolly mammoths to elusive snow sloths, terrifying saber-toothed tigers to resilient dwarf elephants (only 3 feet tall), the series reveals the epic struggles and unexpected stories of animals that once ruled the Ice Age. Viewers will journey through vast tundras, barren deserts, expanding grasslands and melting permafrost as these creatures battle for survival in the face of extreme climates, shifting landscapes and the onset of “The Big Freeze,” and ultimately, “The Big Melt.” The complete first two seasons of PREHISTORIC PLANET are now streaming globally on Apple TV.
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Mondo Music, in partnership with Milan Records, is proud to present DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH - Songs from the Video Game 3XLP. Featuring original artwork by Entei Ryu and liner notes by Hideo Kojima, this deluxe triple LP is housed in a trifold jacket with a transparent vellum bellyband. Includes 22 essential tracks from Kojima Productions’ 2025 masterpiece, with performances from Low Roar, Magnolian, Gen Hoshino, Grimm Grimm, Daichi Miura, CHVRCHΞS, B.J. Thomas, Silent Poets and Caroline Polachek. Solid Color & Picture Disc Vinyl - Pre-Order - See details here.
Milan Records announces: Experience All the Music from CHAINSAW MAN THE MOVIE: REZE ARC. As Denji’s world spirals between love and carnage, the music hits just as head. IRIS OUT by Kenshi Yonezu bursts with chaos and adrenaline, capturing the madness of the battlefield, while JANE DOE, his emotional duet with Hikaru Utada, reveals the fragile heard beneath the chains. Experience both on vinyl, alongside the full original score by Kensuke Ushio – the sound of beauty and destruction colliding.
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Nintendo and Laced Records announce? ?The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild ??Vinyl Soundtrack Collection - You can now pre-purchase the score from the epic adventure in a collectible double LP or Premium 8-LP Box Set coming June 2026. Nintendo has partnered with Laced Records to bring the sweeping music of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild to fans with collectible vinyl collaborations arriving June 19, 2026: a double LP and an epic 8-LP box set, both available as limited-edition colored vinyl or standard black vinyl and featuring archival artwork created by the game development team. Pre-purchase for the limited-edition colored vinyl collections is available today on My Nintendo Store and at Laced Records. The limited-edition double-LP set features blue-and-white marbled heavyweight discs packaged in a wide-spined outer sleeve with printed inner sleeve. The limited-edition 8-LP Box Set features alternative blue and gold splatter effect heavyweight discs with printed disc inners and spined inner sleeves, housed in a rigid board dual slipcase. These limited-edition versions will be available directly from Laced Records, My Nintendo Store, Nintendo NEW YORK and Nintendo SAN FRANCISCO while supplies last. The standard-edition black vinyl versions will be available at select retailers.
The 8-LP Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Soundtrack Box Set includes 130 tracks, all newly remastered for the vinyl format. Each of the eight discs is sequenced around a theme, which mirrors the progression of the game experience. Themes revolve around exploring the Kingdom of Hyrule, freeing the Divine Beasts from Calamity Ganon’s hold and discovering the mysteries of the Shrines. The Double-LP set features 34 select tracks, including fan-favorite musical cues like “Overworld (Day),” “Great Fairy Fountain,” and “Hyrule Castle” – all chosen to create an aural landscape that transports listeners back to the final days of the Great Calamity. The soundtrack for The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is also available to stream through Nintendo Music, an exclusive smart-device app for Nintendo Switch Online members featuring music from an array of Nintendo titles ranging from the original Legend of Zelda game to Super Mario Galaxy to Kirby and the Forgotten Land and more. Users can create playlists, get recommendations and even hide spoiler tracks for unfinished games.
For more information on the Legend of Zelda series, please visit the Legend of Zelda Portal page at Nintendo.com. [1 Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately) and Nintendo account required.]
Raphaël Gesqua reports an announcement that’s particularly close to his heart. Almost 35 years ago, I began my video game career, after an already fulfilling career in the demo scene. My professional debut, in the glorious era of 16-bit consoles and microcomputers, introduced me to a technological gem: the Super Nintendo Entertainment System, which allowed Pierre Adane, @Philippe Dessoly, and myself to bring to life the magical world of a certain Mr. Nutz. Today, 32 years later, I'm back on this machine for an exciting project initiated by my friend Hedge, who asked me a few months ago to participate in the creation of a new, ultra-ambitious game for the system, ETERNAL HUNTERS: THE BRANFORD LEGACY, and to compose the music and sound design. The project was just announced, via its first teaser, during the unmissable @hedg convention.
A Kickstarter campaign will also be launched very shortly, so you'll have more news very soon.
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Waxwork Records presents the deluxe vinyl release of BUGONIA Original Motion Picture Soundtrack by Jerskin Fendrix on 180-Gram Black, old-style tip on gatefold jackets with built in pages, artwork and design by Vasilis Marmatakis, and inserted newsprint posters. The album is the latest in an ongoing creative partnership between Fendrix and Bugonia director Yorgos Lanthimos following their work together on the director’s previous two films, POOR THINGS and KINDS OF KINDNESS. Similar to their workflow on Poor Things and Kinds of Kindness, Fendrix and Lanthimos began their third collaboration prior to the film’s production, with Fendrix recording much of the music based solely on conversations with the director as a guide. “For Bugonia, Yorgos did not allow me to see the script, or know anything about the film apart from the three words ‘Bees,’ ‘Basement’ & ‘Spaceship,’” recalls Fendrix of the process. “All of the music is derived from my research on these three areas and seeing how much connective tissue they might have, mainly in a structural/systemic/geometric sense and in regard to some ideas about altitudes. Decided early on, however, was the idea to utilize a symphony orchestra throughout the score, prompting a two-day recording session with the London Contemporary Orchestra at the legendary Air Studios with Fendrix conducting. “It was a 90-piece orchestra in one room, which is a very big sound,” Fendrix says. “And they’re up for playing around, they're up for experimenting, they're up for embarrassing themselves musically, which not a lot of orchestras are. So being able to play with an orchestra that has that standard, but also that flexibility, which I was able to draw some more unusual, more provocative sounds out of, was an absolute joy.”
BUGONIA Original Motion Picture Soundtrack Features:
Music by Jerskin Fendrix (Poor Things, Kinds Of Kindness)
180-Gram Black Vinyl
Design by Vasilis Maramtakis
Old-Style Tip On Gatefold Jackets with Built In Pages
Randall D. Larson was for many years publisher of CinemaScore: The Film Music Journal, senior editor for Soundtrack Magazine, and a film music columnist for Cinefantastique magazine. A specialist on horror film music, he is the author of Musique Fantastique: 100+ Years of Fantasy, Science Fiction & Horror Film Music, and Music from the House of Hammer. He currently writes articles on film music and sf/horror cinema and has written liner notes on more than 300 soundtrack CDs. Follow Randall on Twitter at https://twitter.com/MusiqueFantast1 or BluSky via larsonrdl@gmail.com or larsonrdl@gmail.com
It is with a very heavy heart that we must announce that Randall D. Larson has decided to retire from writing his column for us, which he's been doing for the last 19 years or so. Working with Randall has been a complete pleasure, and we understand that he wishes to devote his energies to several other projects he's working on, including several books.
We will be archiving all of his columns, which will be available here on our site. We also want to express our deepest thanks to Mr. Larson for his very dedicated efforts to provide us with a really good column for the site over these many years.
We wish him continued success with all his future endeavors.
