Soundtrax: Episode 2025-10 September & October 2025
By Randall D. Larson
Feature Interview:
• Penka D. Kouneva: Scoring APPLEWOOD: HOUSE OF SECRETS
Penka D. Kouneva – I’m super-excited to announce the release of the original soundtrack “APPLEWOOD: House of Secrets” on the Notefornote Music label. I invited and collaborated on APPLEWOOD with a young, exceptionally gifted film composer, Deniz Aktas. The film is a haunting ghost story/family drama that takes place in current times and in the late 19th Century in the South, calling for a lush, expressive orchestral score in the tradition of Philippe Sarde’s “Ghost Story.” I’m forever grateful to Paul J. Salamoff, Rob Hollocks, and Amy Bailey for this opportunity, and to Bryon Davis and Peter Hackman for releasing the soundtrack. The film is available on VOD, and I highly recommend it - it boasts great characters, drama, and a riveting story, all set against beautiful visuals. (Story: A young widow’s latent psychic powers reveal dark secrets inside a Victorian mansion, forcing her to solve its mysteries before it takes her sanity and her life.)
The film was released in 2022, but its soundtrack was just released by Notefornote Music recently in 2025:
Available from Spotify, Amazon and Apple Music
Watch the trailer “APPLEWOOD: House of Secrets”
Q: What brought you into scoring APPLEWOOD, and how did you come to work together with Deniz Aktas on this project?
Penka D. Kouneva: I’ve known the director, Rob Hollocks, for eight years. He was the executive producer on ENCOUNTER (2018, Sci-Fi Drama), which my dear friend Paul Salamoff wrote and directed. Rob Hollocks has been collaborating with Amy Bailey, a screenwriter and producer based in Georgia, for a couple of years on several projects. APPLEWOOD was our first major collaboration, following ENCOUNTER by Paul Salamoff, and since then, we’ve worked on four other films. I really loved the story of APPLEWOOD! The story of a thriving family with two beautiful daughters that gets torpedoed by an evil person resonated with me because that echoed my own family history. I was also inspired by supernatural storytelling, and the genre of ghost movies. In “Applewood,” there’s an angry ghost, Lucy, who inhabits this mansion, seeking vengeance.
Rob Hollocks gave me a clear musical direction. The film takes place in modern times and continually switches back to late 19th century. The present-day protagonist is a widow - Kaitlyn. She’s lost her husband in one of the recent wars, and to honor his memory she goes to renovate his Victorian mansion. Kaitlyn’s music is sad and melancholy. Kaitlyn discovers that she has psychic powers - she has the ability to see the past in her mind’s eye, when she touches objects from the past. In Act 1, little by little, Kaitlyn discovers her supernatural powers. As a parallel storyline, the 19th-century family drama is unfolding. In Act 2, we spend more time in the 19th Century, gaining insight into the family dynamics. For the 19th-century storyline, Rob Hollocks wanted a melodic, emotional, thematic score - in the tradition of Jerry Goldsmith and Christopher Young.
I decided to bring on Deniz Aktas, a prodigiously gifted young composer and expert in orchestral music and in orchestral samples, modern scoring techniques and soundtrack production. Deniz has both the musicality and the production chops for such a big modern score. I needed to work with him because in the fall of 2021 I was also scoring the Netflix animated series DRAGON AGE ABSOLUTION. I composed the themes and cues for APPLEWOOD and Deniz helped programming my cues and composing variations and additional cues to achieve thematically cohesive score. We recorded the strings live with the Moscow orchestra, and we also used a wealth of samples, including percussion, brass, and string effects.
Q: What was your process of spotting music for the episodes?
Penka D. Kouneva: I came up with the Main Titles theme in the summer of 2021, and I let that theme live in my mind for a couple of months, because I was busy scoring DRAGON AGE ABSOLUTION. The entire score is thematic - a lot of the music is deconstruction (culling out motifs), variations, and repurposing of that Main theme. We also decided that for the antagonist – the son-in-law, Marcus – we would use only percussion, and we would approach the strings as a colorless, percussive instrument. Since the score is so melody and harmony based, I thought, let’s treat the bad guy as a percussive instrument. He does get strings, but they’re all playing like Bartok, chong-chong-chong-chong-chong marcatos, spiky notes. Also, the two sisters needed joyful music for the flashbacks in Act 1 that show them as a cohesive family, in the tradition of Little Women by Thomas Newman.
The score had lots of variations of the thematic material. In addition, there are numerous suspenseful moments featuring string textures, unnerving “aleatorics,” percussive hits, and spiky stingers typical for scoring horror and ghost stories. Another great inspiration was the classic GHOST STORY, the 1981 Universal release, which I absolutely loved. The story is riveting, suspenseful, and touching. The score was composed by the French composer Phillipe Sarde - a lush, melancholy, emotional, European score. I was struck by the opening montage, which is an aerial shot of a frozen winter landscape in New England, and the music was so melancholy and emotional. I started with that image and emotion in mind to craft a score in the tradition of the Angry Ghost genre.
Q: Your cue for IT APPROACHES is quite a powerful and riveting piece of music – what can you tell me about how you created this track?
Penka D. Kouneva: That was Marcus’ theme: percussion, loud pounding drum-drum-drum-drum-drum. Marcus is the bad guy, so the music has to delineate him and distinguish, musically, his persona from the Little Women/Philippe Sarde lush romantic style for the family.
Q: Would you describe the process by which musicians, or which orchestra, was brought in to create the music?
Penka D. Kouneva: Our producer, Amy Rhinehart Bailey, funded a string recording with the Moscow Strings (Vlad Podgoretsky), so we could record 30 minutes of music - the meaty, melodic emotional cues. The brass, percussion, woodwinds, choir, and all the string effects are samples. We chose to record the cues with notes and melodies, and we retained all the clusters, textures, string effects, and string orchestral designs on samples.
Q: Did you work in the Music Department in configuring the music and working with additional music or with an orchestrator, and/or music editor?
Penka D. Kouneva: The Music Department was Deniz and me. He finished the cues, and I orchestrated all the music for the scoring sessions. (No music editor on a low-budget film.) I am grateful to Rob Hollocks because he is the kind of director who always has a clear musical vision of what he wants. We began with a shared understanding of what the musical style was going to be. Once I start composing and delivering videos with my score, he approved the entire score with only two-three revisions. Every collaboration with him since has been like this: we’ve established a clear understanding of what the palette is going to be like, the musical styles, the density, the spotting. Once I start delivering the actual score, he literally approves the entire feature film score with, like, three tweaks. This is an incredibly gratifying collaborative process for me as a film composer, and I cherish working with directors like Rob.
Q: What was most challenging about scoring this project?
Penka D. Kouneva: Juggling APPLEWOOD simultaneously with the other super-gigantic scoring job, Netflix’s DRAGON AGE ABSOLUTION series, both with complicated deliverables. I brought in Deniz because of his talent and expertise, and because I needed help with the deliverables – printing the audio files, composing additional cues, doing variations of my cues, coming up with his own textures for the suspenseful moments, and helping me deliver an 80-minute horror score. I feel passionate about opening doors for young, exquisite talents. It’s my honor to give Deniz Aktas a co-composer credit – this is his first feature soundtrack release.
Many thanks for your time, Penka, for facilitating this interview!
On Saturday August 16th, the 11th Annual Guild of Music Supervisors (“GMS”) State of Music in Media Conference took place exploring how music and iconic soundtracks shape culture, connect generations, and build legacy in visual media. The keynote by Questlove, titled “Music, Culture & the Power of Storytelling,” drew an impressive crowd of over 600 conference attendees where he was interviewed by former Guild of Music Supervisors President Thomas Golubi?. President and Vice President of the Guild of Music Supervisors, Lindsay Wolfington and Heather Guibert, commented: “Saturday was a fantastic day for showcasing the importance of the craft of music supervision across media, highlighting the power of soundtracks and collaboration, and bringing the entertainment community together. We were thrilled to have Ahmir ‘Questlove’ Thompson grace our stage for a keynote conversation with former GMS President Thomas Golubi?, as well as hear from many Emmy-nominated music supervisors, composers and songwriters, the music team behind Wicked and more. We are incredibly proud of the work of our GMS Staff, the support of our sponsors, and the dedication of our Education Committee, led by Emoni Escobar and Mandisa Henry, who produced engaging and informative panels.”|
The Guild of Music Supervisors is a non-profit organization that was founded in 2010 with the goal of preserving and promoting the critical role of the Music Supervisor within all forms of media. The Guild holds numerous educational and networking events throughout the year, including the annual State of Music in Media Conference. For more information, please visit www.gmsmediaconference.com
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Lionsgate announced THE STRANGERS Chapter 2, Fifth Element production, in association with Stream Media, Sherborne Media, and Lipsync. Directed by:Renny Harlin, written by:Alan R. Cohen & Alan Freedland, Based on Characters Created by: Bryan Bertino. Cast:Madelaine Petsch, Gabriel Basso, Ema Horvath. Synopsis: THE STRANGERS are back – more brutal and relentless than ever. When they learn that one of their victims, Maya (Madelaine Petsch), is still alive, they return to finish what they’ve started. With nowhere to run and no one to trust, Maya must survive another horrific chapter of terror as THE STRANGERS – driven by a senseless, unceasing purpose; On the final day of their cross-country road trip, a couple’s vehicle breaks down, forcing them to take refuge in a remote Airbnb. As night falls, three masked strangers terrorize them until dawn... In Theaters September 26, 2025.
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MAINTENANCE REQUIRED - Available on Prime Video globally October 8, 2025 - WATCH AND SHARE THE TRAILER: Synopsis: Charlie, the fiercely independent owner of an all-female mechanic shop, is forced to reevaluate her future when a flashy corporate competitor moves in across the street. Seeking comfort, she turns to an anonymous online confidant - unaware she’s confiding in Beau, the very rival threatening her business. As sparks fly both online and off, the truth threatens to blow everything apart. Directed by Lacey Uhlemeyer, Starring Madelaine Petsch, Jacob Scipio, Madison Bailey, Katy O’Brian, Inanna Sarkis with Matteo Lane and Jim Gaffigan. Run Time: 100 minutes | Rating: PG-13 | Genre: Romantic Comedy
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BONE LAKE – The film had its world premiere at Fantastic Fest in September 2024; released October 3, 2025. Directed by Mercedes Bryce Morgan, starring Alex Roe, Maddie Hasson, Marco Pigossi, Andra Nechita, Clayton Spencer, Eliane Reis. Film composers: RoqueBaños and Ben Cherney. Synopsis: A couple’s vacation at a secluded estate is upended when they're forced to share the mansion with a mysterious couple. A dream getaway spirals into a nightmarish maze of sex, lies, and manipulation, triggering a battle for survival.
Rotten Tomatoes reports 96% of 23 critics’ reviews are positive. The website's consensus reads: “Unwavering in its psychological trappings, BONE LAKE is a supercharged game of survival that yields a thrilling rabbit-hole of intrigue and fun.”
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Apple TV+ debuts the trailer for all-new animated fantasy adventure series THE SISTERS GRIMM, premiering globally Friday, October 3. The film is based on Michael Buckley’s New York Times bestselling book series, “The Sisters Grimm” and staring the voice talents of Ariel Winter, Billy Harris, Abubakar Salim and more. THE SISTERS GRIMM is a journey of adventure and heart about mystery-solving sisters descended from the Brothers Grimm who, while very different, make a pretty great team. Two orphaned sisters navigate a town full of people torn straight from fantasy and fairy tales, confronting heroes and villains alike, while investigating the mystery of their missing parents. “The Sisters Grimm” blends discovery, fantasy and adventure to deliver important lessons for all ages. The series is led by a stellar voice cast, including Ariel Winter (MODERN FAMILY) as “Sabrina,” Leah Newman as “Daphne,” Laraine Newman (SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE) as “Relda,” Abubakar Salim (RAISED BY WOLVES) as “Charming,” Billy Harris (TED LASSO) as “Puck” and Harry Trevaldwyn (HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON) as "Mirror.” No music composer yet indicated.
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Paramount Pictures Presents an Atlas Independent Production, VICIOUS. Synopsis: When Polly receives a mysterious box from an unexpected late-night visitor, it comes with a simple instruction: place three things inside: something you need, something you hate, and something you love. What begins as a strange ritual quickly unravels into a waking nightmare. Trapped in a terrifying world where reality bends and memory betrays, Polly must navigate a series of impossible choices. As time slips away, she’s forced to confront the darkness not just around her, but within her—before it consumes everything and everyone she’s ever known. Directed By Bryan Bertino (THE STRANGERS, MOCKINGBIRD, THE MONSTER, THE DARK AND THE WICKED). STARRING: Dakota Fanning, Kathryn Hunter, Mary McCormack, Rachel Blanchard, Devyn Nekoda, Klea Scott, Emily Mitchell. VICIOUS is streaming on Paramount+ and available to buy on digital October 10, 2025.
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Apple TV+ has unveiled the trailer and key art for THE LAST FRONTIER, a new original drama series from co-creators Jon Bokenkamp and Richard D’Ovidio, starring and executive produced by Jason Clarke. The 10-episode thriller will make its global debut on Apple TV+ with the first two episodes on Friday, October 10, 2025, followed by new episodes every Friday through December 5. SYNOPSIS: THE LAST FRONTIER follows Frank Remnick (Clarke), the lone U.S. Marshal in charge of the quiet, rugged barrens of Alaska. Remnick’s jurisdiction is turned upside down when a prison transport plane crashes in the remote wilderness, setting free dozens of violent inmates. Tasked with protecting the town he’s vowed to keep safe; he begins to suspect the crash wasn’t an accident, but the first step of a well-crafted plan with far-reaching and devastating implications.
Alongside Clarke, “The Last Frontier” also stars Dominic Cooper, Haley Bennett, Simone Kessell, Dallas Goldtooth, and Tait Blum, with Academy Award-nominee and multi-Emmy Award-winner Alfre Woodard.
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Lakeshore Records is set to release UNTAMED—Soundtrack from the Netflix Series with an original score by Emmy Award-winning composer Jeff Russo (ALIEN: EARTH, RIPLEY). The melodic, moody, and atmospheric music underscores the dark crime committed and the inner turmoil of the main characters playing out in the vast wilderness of Yosemite. The first season of the series is executive produced by Mark L. Smith and Elle Smith who also serve as co-showrunners. Eric Bana is also an executive producer alongside John Wells and Erin Jontow via John Wells Productions, Cliff Roberts for Syndicate Entertainment, Todd Black, Jason Blumenthal, Tony Shaw, and Steve Tisch for Escape Artists Entertainment, Steve Lee Jones for Bee Holder Productions, and Thomas Bezucha. Warner Bros. Television is the studio. The first season is streaming now on Netflix.
A character-driven mystery-thriller that follows Kyle Turner (played by Bana), a special agent for the National Parks Service who works to enforce human law in nature’s vast wilderness. The investigation of a brutal death sends him on a collision course with the dark secrets within the park, and in his own past. Notes Russo: "The soundtrack for Untamed was an interesting mix of subtle tension, melody and open air which was really interesting to make. The performances made the musical narrative a breeze to weave in." Click to Purchase / Stream.
SNAKE MANOR (2025) is an upcoming comedy film directed by Charlie Steeds, written by David Lenik, with music by Italian film composer, Simone Cilio (FOUR., BADSVILLE, THE WORKOUT, MONSTER ON A PLANE, HYDRA, THE WORKOUT). The film stars Lauren-Marie Taylor, Mabel Thomas, Lukas John, and Faith McCow. Soundtrack from Plaza Mayor Company Ltd., Sept. 19, 2025, via Spotify.
Soundtrack available via Spotify
HIGHEST 2 LOWEST scheduled to premiere on Apple TV+ September 5, 2025. When a titan music mogul (Denzel Washington), widely known as having the “best ears in the business,” is targeted with a ransom plot, he is jammed up in a life-or-death moral dilemma. Brothers Denzel Washington and Spike Lee reunite for the fifth time in their long working relationship for a reinterpretation of the great filmmaker Akira Kurosawa’s crime thriller HIGH AND LOW (1963), now played out on the mean streets of modern-day New York City.
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Orion Pictures Presents PREPARATION FOR THE NEXT LIFE now playing in select theaters: Aishe, a Uyghur woman trained by her military father, migrates to New York City where she finds herself laboring in Chinatown’s underground kitchens. She fatefully encounters Skinner, a young American soldier who has just returned from three tours in the Middle East. While falling in love, they discover the possibility of a better life together than the ones they believed they were destined to live alone. Directed by: Bing Liu, Screenplay by: Martyna Majok, Based on the book written by: Atticus Lish, Cast: Sebiye Behtiyar, Fred Hechinger, Genre: Drama, Rated: R for language and brief sexuality. Composer Emile Mosseri provides the music.
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Paramount Pictures Presents, in Association with Miramax / FilmNation Entertainment / Von Waaden Entertainment / A High Frequency / Hunting Lane / 51 Entertainment / Limelight Production, A film by Derek Cianfrance: “ROOFMAN.” SYNOPSIS: Based on an unbelievable true story, Roofman follows Jeffrey Manchester (Channing Tatum), a former Army Ranger and struggling father who turns to robbing McDonald’s restaurants by cutting holes in their roofs, earning him the nickname: Roofman. After escaping prison, he secretly lives inside a Toys “R” Us for six months, surviving undetected while planning his next move. But when he falls for Leigh (Kirsten Dunst), a divorced mom drawn to his undeniable charm, his double life begins to unravel, setting off a compelling and suspenseful game of cat and mouse as his past closes in. Directed by Derek Cianfrance, starring:? Channing Tatum, Kirsten Dunst, Ben Mendelsohn, LaKeith Stanfield, Juno Temple, Melonie Diaz, Uzo Aduba, Lily Collias, Jimmy O. Yang and Peter Dinklage. Music Score by Christopher Bear (PAST LIVES, HIGH MAINTENANCE, HOME, ADULTS, SWALLOWED).
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Written and directed by Bryan Fuller and starring Mads Mikkelsen, Sophie Sloan, Sigourney Weaver, David Dastmalchian, Fuller’s fantastical and wickedly inventive feature directorial debut DUST BUNNY, a 10-year-old girl joins forces with her hit man neighbor to confront each other’s monsters. Ten-year-old Aurora has a mysterious neighbor (Mads Mikkelsen) who kills real-life monsters. He’s a hit man for hire. So, when Aurora needs help killing the monster she believes ate her entire family, she procures his services. Suspecting that her parents may have fallen victim to assassins gunning for him, Aurora’s neighbor guiltily takes the job. Now, to protect her, he’ll need to battle an onslaught of assassins — and accept that some monsters are real. Film composer, Isabella Summers, known for SNOW WHITE AND THE HUNTSMAN (2012), LISA FRANKENSTEIN (2024) and LADY CHATTERLEY'S LOVER (2022).
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Lakeshore Records is set to release the first single taken from the currently airing TASK—Original Series Soundtrack with an original score by Dan Deacon. Titled, “One Coin,” the vivid electronic track utilizes strings and synths that showcase shifting dynamics reflecting the themes of the dramatic detective series. Set in the working-class suburbs of Philadelphia, an FBI agent (Mark Ruffalo) heads a Task Force to put an end to a string of violent robberies led by an unsuspecting family man (Tom Pelphrey). Composer Dan Deacon brings his inventive, emotionally driven electronic sound to HBO’s upcoming series TASK, from Mare of Easttown creator Brad Ingelsby. Known for his scores on VENOM: THE LAST DANCE, ASCENSION, HUSTLE, STRAWBERRY MANSION, PERFECT WIFE, and THE CHANGELING, Deacon crafted a dynamic, character-driven score for TASK that mirrors the series’ exploration of family, grief, and moral complexity. Deacon developed distinct motifs for each character, the task force, and the biker gang, assigning unique instrumentation and tonal colors that evolve alongside the story. Working closely with Ingelsby from early production, he refined themes before picture lock, creating a layered, immersive soundscape where piano, electronic textures, and experimental vocals heighten tension and emotional resonance without overpowering the performances. With a career spanning avant-garde composition, live performance, and film and television scoring, Deacon continues to push the boundaries of contemporary screen music. TASK exemplifies his ability to build fully realized musical worlds, elevating narrative through bold, emotionally rich scores. Purchase / Stream “One Coin” here.
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SWIPEDOriginal Soundtrack release, music by: ChandaDancy, premieres on HULU 20th Century Studios, from September 19th. Inspired by the story of Whitney Wolfe Herd, founder and former CEO of dating platform Bumble; SWIPED is an American biographical drama film written and directed by Rachel Lee Goldenberg. It stars Lily James as Herd, alongside Dan Stevens, Myha'la, Jackson White, Ben Schnetzer, Pierson Fodé. The film had its world premiere in the Gala Presentations section of the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival on September 9, 2025, and was released in the United States by 20th Century Studios on September 19, 2025.
Stream The Soundtrack:SPOTIFY | APPLE MUSIC | AMAZON MUSIC Stream “Get Lucky” Cover By Deap Valley:SPOTIFY | APPLE MUSIC | AMAZON MUSIC
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THE HOUSEMAID: Lionsgate offers the wildly entertaining thriller starring Sydney Sweeney and Amanda Seyfried, directed by Paul Feig; based on the best-selling novel, the film also stars Brandon Sklenar and Michele Morrone and opens nationwide in theaters on December 19, 2025. Synopsis: THE HOUSEMAID plunges audiences into a twisted world where perfection is an illusion, and nothing is as it seems. Trying to escape her past, Millie (Sweeney) accepts a job as a live-in housemaid for the wealthy Nina (Seyfried) and Andrew Winchester (Brandon Sklenar). But what begins as a dream job quickly unravels into something far more dangerous — a sexy, seductive game of secrets, scandal, and power. Behind the Winchesters’ closed doors lies a world of shocking twists that will leave you guessing until the very end. Music composer not yet reported.
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JUST BREATHE will be available September 16th. Different Direction Management’s Peter Hackman reports that the film was scored by his 5x Emmy winning client, Jose Manual Cancela (BUFFALO DAZE, OPERATION ODESSA, DRESS MY TOUR, LITTLE PEOPLE, BIG WORLD), will be available September 16th. “The movie stars Kyle Gallner from SMILE 2, Shawn Ashmore from ABC’s THE ROOKIE & Iconic actor William Forsythe from RAISING ARIZONA, DICK TRACY and CBS’ MAGNUM P.I. Watch the trailer below and don't miss this exciting new thriller,” Hackman said. JUST BREATHE is a tense thriller that combines raw intensity with profound emotional depth, resulting in a compelling narrative that lingers long after the credits roll. The film follows Nick Bianco (Gallner), who plans to rebuild his life and win back the love of his life after a year spent in prison for assault. Upon his release, Nick learns that the target of his affections has another admirer, Chester (Ashmore), his no-nonsense parole officer. Nick soon finds himself caught in a gripping rivalry that threatens not only his second chance at love but also his chance to stay out of prison.
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Andrew Scott Bell (WINNIE THE POOH: BLOOD AND HONEY [2023], POWDER PUP [2024], BREATHE [2024], WINNIE THE POOH: BLOOD AND HONEY 2 [2024] THE DEATH OF SNOW WHITE [2025], CANDLEWOOD [2025], has scored the short 14 minute horror film, GRIZZLY PEAK (Danny Glover, Gigi Saul Guerrero, Spooky Madison, Haley Bishop), with Luis Nafate providing the title song, “Moreno Santo” by Léon (musical segments). Bell has also scored the new film, GRANDMA IS THIRSTY, which screens at the BFI London Festival, running Oct 8th through 19th. Directed by Kris Carr.
THE CONJURING: LAST RITES (2025). The film is an American supernatural horror film directed by Michael Chaves and written by Ian Goldberg, Richard Naing, and David Leslie Johnson-McGoldrick; Benjamin Wallfisch provides the score. The film is the ninth installment in The Conjuring Universe, and is based on the real-life investigations of the Smurl haunting case [see * below]. It stars Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga, who reprise their roles as paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren, along with Mia Tomlinson and Ben Hardy. THE CONJURING: LAST RITES was released in the United States on September 5, 2025, by Warner Bros. Pictures and New Line Cinema.
Get more info from Wikipedia here. Synopsis: Paranormal investigators, Ed & Lorraine Warren take on their most disturbing case to date, involving mysterious entities they must confront when Jack & Janet Smurl and their family, move into a brand-new home they’ve dreamed of, which turned into a nightmare as their home begins to show signs of demonic infestation.
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Fabrizio Mancinelli (Fab Music, INC) offers the newly released Score and Song for the Thai animated feature OUT OF THE NEST. The score was recorded in Budapest 3 years ago and, unfortunately the movie has been released just for a short time in American theaters (due to a not ideal distribution deal). The OST has now finally been released. Synopsis: In the Kingdom of Castilia, a dark force rises again. Days from the coronation of the new Emperor and Empress, their seven royal fledglings are taken and it's up to one hero to return them safely: a teenage delivery boy, Arthur the Goat. His dreams of becoming a world-class barber are put on hold when he becomes a parent overnight. If he's going to keep the rambunctious toddlers safe on their journey, he must first grow up, discover his own past, and along the way, awaken forgotten champions. Can Arthur return the heirs and ultimately save the kingdom?
NOW YOU SEE ME: NOW YOU DON'T (2025) ONLY IN THEATERS NOVEMBER 14: Starring Jesse Eisenberg, Woody Harrelson, Dave Franco, Isla Fisher, Director: Ruben Fleischer, film score by Brian Tyler. Crime Thriller. Synopsis: A diamond heist reunites retired Horsemen illusionists with new performers Greenblatt, Smith and Sessa as they target dangerous criminals.
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Coming December 25, 2025, ANACONDA (2025), directed by Tom Gormican, cast Thandiwe Newton, Paul Rudd, Jack Black, Steve Zahn, Daniela Malchoir, and yes it is a comedy. Doug (Jack Black) and Griff (Paul Rudd) have been best friends since they were kids and have always dreamed of remaking their all-time favorite movie: the cinematic “classic” Anaconda. When a midlife crisis pushes them to finally go for it, they head deep into the Amazon to start filming. But things get real when an actual giant anaconda appears, turning their comically chaotic movie set into a deadly situation. The movie they’re dying to make. It might just get them killed… No composer yet indicated.
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September 5, 2025: Lakeshore Records announces the release of the title track from the upcoming KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN Original Motion Picture Soundtrack, available digitally today, September 5. Performed by global superstar and Golden Globe®, SAG®, and Grammy® nominated icon Jennifer Lopez, the dazzling single sets the stage for the film’s highly anticipated theatrical release on October 10. Synopsis: Valentín, a political prisoner, shares a cell with Molina, convicted for public indecency. An unlikely bond forms as Molina recounts a Hollywood musical plot starring Ingrid Luna. The title track “Kiss Of The Spider Woman” written by legendary songwriting duo Kander and Ebb has been masterfully produced and arranged by Grammy-nominated music producer and supervisor Matt Sullivan (WEST SIDE STORY, DREAMGIRLS). Orchestrated to cinematic perfection, the song captures the intoxicating allure of the Spider Woman herself, brought to life by Lopez in a performance that The Hollywood Reporter praised as “one of the best roles of her career as Luna, putting her singing and dancing bona fides to excellent use.”
The full soundtrack of 24 songs will be released on October 3, featuring songs including “She’s A Woman” performed by Tonatiuh and “Gimme Love” performed by Jennifer Lopez. THE KISS OF A SPIDER WOMAN soundtrack is available to pre order now.
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Soundtrack Album Available October 3.
In MAINTENANCE REQUIRED, Charlie, the fiercely independent owner of an all-female mechanic shop, is forced to reevaluate her future when a flashy corporate competitor moves in across the street. Seeking comfort, she turns to an anonymous online confidant - unaware she’s confiding in Beau, the very rival threatening her business. As sparks fly both online and off, the truth threatens to blow everything apart. The film stars Madelaine Petsch (THE STRANGERS TRILOGY, RIVERDALE), Jacob Scipio (BAD BOYS FOR LIFE), Madison Bailey (OUTER BANKS, BLACK LIGHTNING), Katy O'Brian (LOVE LIES BLEEDING, THE MANDALORIAN), Inanna Sarkis (SEANCE, AFTER FRANCHISE), Matteo Lane (UPGRADED), and Jim Gaffigan (CHAPPAQUIDDICK). The film is directed and co-written by Lacey Uhlemeyer (The Dancer). Co-writers also include Roo Berry and Erin Falconer. The film is produced by Matt Luber, Lena Roklin of Luber Roklin Entertainment and Matt Williams.
Available on Prime Video globally October 8, 2025! Run Time: 100 minutes | Rating : PG-13 | Genre: Romantic Comedy. Musical score by Rob Lord (HOW TO DATE BILLY WALSH, TROOP ZERO, I AM DURAN, SLIPSTREAM). Trailer forthcoming.
MovieScore Media’s Mikael Carlsson announces that he has been working recently with one of his biggest heroes in film music, the incredible Philippe Sarde. “I was approached to produce and release the album for his new score, “MOI QUI T’AIMAIS”, written for Diane Kurys new film about the complexities of Simone Signoret and Yves Montand's relationship. The film follows the tumultuous love story between two cinema stars at the height of their glory: Yves Montand and Simone Signoret. Synopsis: The tumultuous love story between two cinema stars at the height of their glory: Yves Montand and Simone Signoret. “Of course, maestro Sarde scored many of their movies, so he had a very personal connection with the subject matter.” Said Carlsson. “The score is top notch poetic Sarde, highly melodic, immensely beautiful with a touch of typically French sophistication and nostalgia. It's one of my favorite scores of the year without any hesitation. The first digital single is coming soon, and the full digital album comes out on October 1, coinciding with the French theatrical release of the film. MovieScore Media has sub-licensed the rights to release the CD to our friends at Music Box Records, so there will be a physical release too for those who prefer that.” Synopsis: She loved him more than anything else, he loved her more than anyone else. Simone Signoret and Yves Montand were the most famous couple of their time. Haunted by her husband’s affair with Marilyn Monroe and bruised by all those that followed, Signoret always refused the role of victim. What they knew was that they would never leave each other.
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Just in time for Scoobtober, Warner Bros, Discovery, and a handpicked lineup of acclaimed lo-fi producers are bringing a new vibe to a timeless classic. The SCOOBY-DOO LOFI ALBUM reimagines the iconic themes of Scooby-Doo through the hazy, chilled-out lens of lo-fi music and is available now! The project taps into the rising global movement of lo-fi as a cultural touchstone — a genre that has become synonymous with study sessions, late-night drives, and cozy moments of reflection. By merging Scooby-Doo’s playful mystery-solving spirit with the warmth and nostalgia of lo-fi, the release invites fans both old and new to experience these legendary melodies in a fresh, modern way. The collection features eight leading voices in the scene: Hogway, Dosi, SwuM, Kurt Stewart, Lomme, Ruth de las Plantas, Sadiva, and Pastels. Each artist was given the freedom to reinterpret classic Scooby-Doo cues with their signature style — resulting in a soundtrack that feels at once familiar and surprising.
“I grew up watching Scooby-Doo, so being part of this project felt like reconnecting with something nostalgic from my childhood,” says SwuM. “I tried to keep the playful energy of Scooby-Doo but translated it into a relaxed, dreamy lo-fi atmosphere. I used warm textures, jazzy chords, and a steady laid-back groove to capture that mood. If Scooby and the gang were listening to my song, I picture them cruising down a quiet road at night, calm before the chaos of their next mystery.”
The Scooby-Doo LoFi Soundtrack is more than just a remix project — it’s a celebration of cultural continuity. For over five decades, Scooby-Doo has remained a staple of childhoods worldwide, with its instantly recognizable characters, humor, and sense of adventure. At the same time, lofi has exploded as one of the defining genres of the streaming era, soundtracking the daily lives of millions. By fusing these worlds, the Lofi Scooby-Doo soundtrack transforms into something greater: a cross-generational bridge, tapping into childhood nostalgia while also resonating with today’s lofi listeners. It’s music for late nights, lazy afternoons, and, of course, for the month-long celebration of all things Scooby-Doo during Scoobtober. With contributions from some of the most respected names in lofi, the Scooby-Doo LoFi Soundtrack is set to be a highlight of Scoobtober. Fans can look forward to cozy, atmospheric reinterpretations that honor the original material while pushing it into exciting new territory.
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Lakeshore Records releasesMCWALTER—Original Motion Picture Score, Music by Polérik Rouvière. About MCWALTER: McWalter, a legendary American elite agent, is falsely accused of a series of attacks perpetrated across the globe. Determined to prove his innocence, he goes on the run to solve the mystery, foil a global conspiracy, and save the planet. Stream the Album Here.
A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY, a Drama-Fantasy-Romance film, in theaters on Sept 19, starring Colin Farrell, Margot Robbie, Jennifer Grant, directed by Kogonada, and music score by Joe Hisaishi (SPIRITED AWAY, PRINCESS MONONOKE, PONYO, HOWL'S MOVIE CASTLES). This film marks Joe Hisaishi’s first ever Hollywood feature film score. Synopsis: Two strangers who meet at a mutual friend's wedding have the chance to relive important moments from their past, illuminating the path that led them to the present and gaining the opportunity to change their futures.
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Milan Records announces the September 12 release of THE LONG WALK (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) featuring music by multi-instrumentalist, songwriter and composer JEREMIAH FRAITES of THELUMINEERS. Marking his first-ever feature film score, the album includes original music crafted by Fraites for director Francis Lawrence’s upcoming thriller, which is based on Stephen King’s debut novel about a group of men locked in a deadly walking competition. Introducing the album today is lead single “The Long Walk,” a bold, tension-filled number punctuated by pizzicato strings, choral vocals and crescendoing synthwork. Of the soundtrack, JEREMIAH FRAITES says, “I’m beyond proud to have composed the score for The Long Walk, Francis Lawrence’s adaptation of Stephen King’s 1979 novel. Getting to work with Francis has been an absolute dream come true—I’ve been a huge fan of his films for as long as I can remember. My goal was to create music that not only heightened the horror elements but also honored the deeply human, coming-of-age heart of the story. This project has been one of the most inspiring and rewarding experiences of my career.”
Having previously worked with Francis Lawrence for the director’s Hunger Games films, Fraites began the scoring process for The Long Walk long before production began, sending early ideas to Lawrence that were later used on-set throughout filming. The pair identified early on that music would need to play a crucial role in conveying not only the brutality of the onscreen competition but also the deeply human exploration of friendship and resilience at the heart of the narrative. Capturing the visceral violence of the competition are hauntingly propulsive numbers accentuated with driving percussive instrumentation, inventive glissandos and electronic synthwork, an echo of the grueling, step-by-step race the boys are forced to endure. As the journey continues and bonds are forged between the competitors, these moments are offset by heart-wrenching orchestral movements often integrating strains of a sweetly angelic boys’ choir to reflect the intimately raw and authentic bonds of brotherhood and resilience. The result is a uniquely distinct soundscape that captures the rawness of the film while powerfully underscoring its emotional resonance. ABOUT THE LONG WALK: From the highly anticipated adaptation of master storyteller Stephen King’s first-written novel, and Francis Lawrence, the visionary director of The Hunger Games franchise films (Catching Fire, Mockingjay– Pts. 1 & 2, and The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes), comes The Long Walk, an intense, chilling, and emotional thriller that challenges audiences to confront a haunting question: how far could you go? Jeremiah Fraites is a co-founder, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist of the GRAMMY-nominated, multi-platinum band The Lumineers. In 2025, Fraites continues expanding his artistic voice, stepping into the world of film scoring with collaborations alongside acclaimed filmmakers Scott Cooper and Francis Lawrence. His original score for Cooper’s Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere will arrive in theaters via 20th Century Studios on October 24, 2025, following his work on Lionsgate’s adaptation of Stephen King’s The Long Walk. These projects mark the beginning of a bold new chapter for Fraites, bringing his narrative instincts, orchestral writing, and emotional depth to an entirely new audience. The Long Walk (from "The Long Walk" Soundtrack) Choose music service: Jeremiah Fraites - The Long Walk (from "The Long Walk" Soundtrack)
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Lakeshore Records releases AMERICANA—Original Motion Picture Soundtrack digitally on September 5 with an original score by Emmy-winning composer David Fleming [(2025), THE LAST OF US (2023) and MR. & MRS. SMITH (2024)]. Starting with an orchestra recorded in Nashville, Fleming embraces country and western music with his use of dulcimers, pedal steel guitar, mandolin, fiddle, vintage piano and electric bass, creating a richly atmospheric score steeped in vintage American musical traditions. Michael Geiger’s deep vocalizations further anchor the vivid soundscapes throughout. The neo-western crime thriller released by Lionsgate starring Sydney Sweeney and Paul Walter Hauser is in theaters now.
A gallery of dynamic characters clash over the possession of a rare Native American artifact in this wildly entertaining modern-day western. After the artifact falls onto the black market, a shy waitress with big dreams (Sydney Sweeney) teams up with a lovelorn military veteran (Paul Walter Hauser) to gain possession of it, putting them in the crosshairs of a ruthless criminal (Eric Dane) working on behalf of a Western antiquities dealer (Simon Rex). Bloodshed ensues when others join the battle, including the leader of an indigenous group (Zahn McClarnon) and a desperate woman fleeing her mysterious past (Halsey). Notes Fleming: “Creating the score for ‘Americana’ meant a full immersion into the deep and beautiful world of country and western music, including a trove of albums and scores that inspired our writer & director, Tony Tost. While the score is grounded in the tradition of country music decades old, I also sought to evoke the feeling of a truly ancient old west, full of ghosts and mystery. To help me achieve this, the late Michael Geiger's brilliant, gravelly bass voice acts as the narrator for the score. Adding strains of pedal steel guitar and an orchestra recorded in Nashville, I came away from this film with a profound respect for this musical culture and the tradition of storytelling that it is seeped in.” Purchase/Stream:
MovieScore Media offers TAFITI: ACROSS THE DESERTscoredby Carsten Rocker. The original score from the 2025 animated adventure feature film directed by Nina Wels, featuring the voice of Cosima Henman, Dustin Semmelrogge and Bürger Lars Dietrich, produced by Tradewind Pictures, Red Parrot Studios and Little Dream Entertainment, released by Little Dream Pictures (Germany) and Paradis Films (France). THE STORY: Tafiti, a young meerkat, initially rejects friendship with Bristles, a bush pig. When his grandpa is bitten by a snake Tafiti sets off to find the flower for the cure. Bristles wants to prove that adventures are always better with friends. THE SCORE: “Composing the music for Tafiti has been a truly special journey – one that began with scoring the very first trailer and early animatics, and culminated, almost three years later, in recording sessions with the Staatskapelle Weimar and wonderful soloists. Even while working on other projects during that time, Tafiti never really left me. It grew into an inspiring collaboration with director Nina Wels and gave me the rare opportunity to follow my passion: writing a richly orchestrated adventure score – while also exploring very different musical colors along the way. The soundtrack brings together a wide range of themes: a simple three-note motif for Tafiti himself; a warm, guitar-and-charango based theme for his friendship with Bristles; and above all, a sweeping emotional theme for the search for the Blue Flower, reaching its climax in “Farewell and Flying Home”. There’s also the recurring travel theme (“End Titles/Bristles and Tafiti Theme”), set in 5/8 and carried by vocals, ukulele, and percussion, as well as the intimate “Opapa’s Theme”, shifting between solo violin and clarinet. So many themes, so many styles – composing this music has truly been a dream come true.” – Carsten Rocker THE COMPOSER: Carsten Rocker is a freelance music producer and composer based in Cologne. He studied music in Oldenburg and at California State University Long Beach (Los Angeles), where he focused on film scoring and conducting. In recent years, Rocker has composed for television series such as DIE ROSENHEIM-COPS (ZDF), IN ALLER FREUNDSCHAFT (ARD) and DIE SEENOTRETTER (NDR), as well as for feature films including the animated movie TAFITI – ACROSS THE DESERT and documentaries like Bernhard Hoetger: ZWISCHEN DEN WELTEN. His work also includes TV documentaries such as ROADTRIP 1945 (ZDF) and scores for numerous episodes of TERRA X and LESCHS KOSMOS (both ZDF). MMS25019 TAFITI: ACROSS THE DESERT (Tafiti – Ab durch die Wüste) (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) Released September 4, 2025.
Lakeshore Records releases THE GIRLFRIEND - Prime Video Original Series Soundtrack digitally, featuring music by composer Ruth Barrett (The Terminal List: Dark Wolf). Barrett’s score inhabits two main themes—an acoustic series of soundscapes for the character Laura and a more modern electronic backdrop for the character Cherry. As the dramatic story progresses, the score becomes darker and crosses over into a more unhinged territory. The Girlfriend starring Robin Wright and Olivia Cooke is streaming worldwide now on Prime Video.
Based on Michelle Frances’ novel of the same name, The Girlfriend follows Laura (Wright), a woman who seemingly has it all: a glittering career, a loving husband, and her precious son, Daniel. Her perfect life begins to unravel when Daniel brings home Cherry (Cooke), a girlfriend who changes everything. After a tense introduction, Laura becomes convinced Cherry is hiding something. Is she a manipulative social climber, or is Laura just paranoid? The truth is a matter of perspective. Notes Barrett: "Creating two distinct soundscapes for Laura and Cherry was a fun challenge. Laura’s sound is acoustic and shaman-like, with a touch of the 60s/70s. Cherry’s sound, on the other hand, is electronic, cheeky and processed, featuring mad vocal glitchy effects. As the album progresses, the two worlds collide, becoming increasingly dark, psychological, and chaotic.” Purchase / Stream.
Decca Records is thrilled to release theDOWNTON ABBEY: THE GRAND FINALE(OriginalMotion Picture Soundtrack) featuring music by Emmy-winning composer John Lunn. This album marks the final installment of the beloved franchise, revisiting both familiar and new themes. The soundtrack is available today on vinyl, CD, and digital platforms. Lunn reflects: “Composing the music for Downton Abbey has been an extraordinary journey. From the very beginning, my goal was to create a score that felt timeless yet deeply connected to the emotional lives of the characters. To see the music resonate with audiences around the world has been one of the great privileges of my career, and I’m thrilled to share this new release as the final culmination of that story.” ABOUT DOWNTON ABBEY: THE GRAND FINALE: The cinematic return of the global phenomenon follows the Crawley family and their staff as they enter the 1930s. When Mary finds herself at the center of a public scandal and the family faces financial trouble, the entire household grapples with the threat of social disgrace. The Crawleys must embrace change as the staff prepares for a new chapter with the next generation leading Downton Abbey into the future.
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Lakeshore Records releases THE MORNING SHOW: Season 4—Apple TV+ Original Series Soundtrack digitally September 19, with music by Emmy-winning composer Nathan Barr (The Americans, Hollywood). New to the show starting this season, Barr brings an elegant sophistication with his use of orchestra that highlights the inner worlds of the characters and the ever-dramatic themes of the series. The Morning Show Season 4, from television studio Media Res, is streaming globally on Apple TV+. Notes Barr: “As a fan of the show it was nothing short of thrilling to be hired as the composer for season four. I was asked to compose themes in an orchestral setting for the characters and story. It has been a joy working with Mimi and Charlotte to find the sound and emotional center of the season.” Purchase/ Stream:
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Also from Lakeshore: on Sept 19th, EVERYTHING TO ME—ORIGINAL MOTION PICTURE SOUNDTRACK - Music by Stephanie Economou. EVERYTHING TO ME is a sharp, nostalgic coming-of-age comedy set in early-2000s Silicon Valley. Growing up in the shadow of Apple’s rise, a precocious girl becomes laser-focused on becoming the next Steve Jobs—complete with a relentless drive for greatness. But when she finally makes it to Stanford, real life proves more complicated than any product launch. As her adulthood sets in, she’s forced to rethink what success really means—and maybe even laugh at her younger self along the way.
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20th Century and Hollywood Records has released SWIPED (Original Soundtrack), via Hulu, featuring a dynamic score from Emmy-nominated composer Chanda Dancy. Also featured, are two songs written by Dancy and performed by Ronan My Love - “Bumble Rising / All the Stars Are Raging,” and “All the Stars Are Raging.” Separately, a cover of Daft Punk’s “Get Lucky,” performed by Deap Vally, as heard in the film, will be released as a digital single today. SWIPED made its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) on September 9. The soundtrack is available today on all major digital platforms, coinciding with the film’s streaming debut on Hulu. SWIPED tells the story of Whitney Wolfe Herd, founder and former CEO of dating platform Bumble; directed by Rachel Lee Goldenberg.
Also upcoming from Hulu is Natalie Holt’s score to CHAD POWERS, about a disgraced college quarterback named Russ Holliday disguises himself as Chad Powers and walks onto a struggling southern football team to revive his football career.
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Lakeshore Records and Invada Records are set to release RABBIT TRAP—Original Motion Picture Soundtrack digitally today, September 12, featuring original music and score by LucreciaDalt (The Baby). Dalt creates intense soundscapes that are at once seductive and horrific, blurring the lines between score and sound design to create a hypnotically immersive and ominous sonic experience The Magnet release produced by SpectreVision, written and directed by Bryn Chainey and starring Dev Patel, Rosy McEwen and Jade Croot is in theaters now. Notes Dalt: “One of the most gratifying aspects was diving into the sound and technology of the 1970s—immersing myself in gear and techniques I had never deeply explored before, from the raw power of vintage synths to the hypnotic chaos and rewarding magic of tape machines. I also had the unique task of composing both the film’s score and the music that the character creates within the story, layering complexity upon complexity. Bryn is a director who instinctively pushes you beyond the known; ‘go further,’ I remember him saying many times—and this simple command became a catalyst to delve deeper into my own subconscious, where borders blur and the mind breaks down, appropriately accompanying the characters in their own delirium. A necessary state for me when making music, because once there, I felt I could delve and surrender to the universe of the film, where land and mind psychologies intertwine.” ABOUT LUCRECIA DALT: Dalt, born in Pereira, Colombia, was raised in a family of music enthusiasts. Moving to Berlin, she developed her distinctive, adventurous sound. Her work has spun into increasingly accomplished terrains with ANTICLINES (2018) and NO ERA SÓLIDA (2020), and notably, ¡AY! Dalt’s 2022 breakthrough sci-fi bolero album. Along the way, Dalt expanded her practice into original scoring for television, HBO’s THE BABY (2022) series, and films like ON BECOMING A GUINEAFOWL (2024), while creating sound installations and performances that showcase her luminous modulations and distinctive, evolving vocal approach. Purchase / Stream.
THE THREESOME (Keegan DeWitt) Original score from the 2021 horror feature film directed by Chad Hartigan, starring Zoey Deutch, Jonah Hauer-King and Ruby Cruz. THE STORY: When a young man’s crush leads him into an unexpected threesome, he thinks it’s his ultimate fantasy come true. But when the fantasy ends, all three are left with sobering consequences, forcing them to be responsible for their actions. THE SCORE: “Chad and I first met at the age of 17. As so many do at the age, we bonded over our favorite songs, records and films. We couldn’t have been more different, and continue to be, but something was seeded then that now allows us to often collaborate without a lot of explaining. He simply told me he wanted this film to transcend period and genre, and instead play as a genuine portrayal of flawed people doing their best, and often failing with comical results. Instantly we flashed to the romantic comedies and dramas of the 80s and 90s, filled with incredible actors who weren’t perfect, who often did the wrong thing and constantly challenged us to like them. Characters a lot like all of us. I was inspired by the romantic sweeping scores of 1960s Italy featuring Monica Vitti. They were steeped in sex and wit and had undeniable melodies that took a crowbar to your heart. As I sat at the piano the score had been waiting for me. On my simple upright, which you hear in actual iPhone Voice Memos on tracks such as ‘The End’, ‘The Threesome’ and ‘A New Reality’, there was this aching melody that spoke to the childishness of young love, 20s lust and then the rude awakening and realizations of adulthood, always arriving quicker than we expect it. This intimacy also connected with the raw and drifting sound of Manchester New Wave in our dancing scenes or the unravelling percussive spirals of our action scenes. I am deeply proud of this film in that I think it spans eras and will only be appreciated more with time. Chad’s cinematic voice, in my opinion, is a rare one of belief in the human heart and its ability to transcend and connect people, either in folly, in sacrifice or in trust. I hope this score does something to join in that spirit.” – Keegan DeWitt Release date: September 12, 2025.
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Lakeshore releasesTWINLESS – ORIGINAL MOTION PICTURE SOUNDTRACK
AVAILABLE DIGITALLY TODAY, SEPTEMBER 19, Directed and starring James Sweeney
- original score by Emmy-nominated composer Jung Jaeil (Squid Game, Parasite). Jung utilizes strings, synths and piano creating a score that is gently melodic yet mournful and subtly pulsing with an underlying tension. Notes Jung: “An astonishing film that captures the sorrow of loss, the longing for love, and the desperate lies we tell to keep going - all with raw honesty.” The film released by Roadside Attractions is in theaters now. In TWINLESS, two young men meet in a twin support group and form an unlikely friendship. Roman (Dylan O’Brien) and Dennis (James Sweeney) both search for solace and an identity without their other halves and soon become inseparable outside the group. But when Roman meets Dennis’ ebullient co-worker, Marcie (Aisling Franciosi), all is revealed to be not what it seems, as each man harbors secrets that could unravel everything. Purchase/Stream:
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Netflix has released the much-anticipated BLACK RABBIT (Soundtrack from the Netflix Series), featuring a powerful original score by genre-defying composers Danny Bensi and Saunder Jurriaans. Building on their distinctive style, Bensi and Jurriaans take a bold step forward with a score that is both gripping and deeply immersive, for Netflix’s upcoming psychological thriller, premiering September 18. known for their genre-defying scores on OZARK and THE GIFT, Danny Bensi and Saunder Jurriaans return with a visceral new original soundtrack for Netflix’s upcoming psychological thriller BLACK RABBIT. Set against the pulsating backdrop of New York City’s nocturnal underworld, Bensi and Jurriaans channel their deep roots in the city’s music scene to craft a score that is as volatile, unfiltered, and emotionally charged as the story itself. Blending distorted horns, and raw, improvised textures, their score pushes sonic boundaries to mirror the descent of brothers Vince (Jason Bateman) and Jake (Jude Law) into the chaos of ambition, identity, and survival. The result is a haunting and hypnotic musical experience that doesn’t just underscore the narrative, it pulses through its veins. The composers share: “For the Black Rabbit score we built a palette of destroyed horns, garbage can percussion, mangled rock bands, found sounds and blown out analog synthesizers. The music is a propulsive, syncopated, chaotic march to a story that spirals down with increasing inertia. Along the way there are faint glimmers of emotion but always weighted with an undercurrent of dread.” The soundtrack is available now on all major digital platforms:
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Lakeshore Records is also set to release the single “Song From the Ninth Floor: Main Title from The Paper” performed by The Scrantones. The song was written by Nicholas Thorburn and Bryan Patrick Ford. The brief but peppy melody sets the tone for the highly anticipated series from the creator of The Office, Greg Daniels. The Universal Television series starring Domhnall Gleason is currently streaming two new episodes every Thursday through September 25 on Peacock. The documentary crew that immortalized Dunder Mifflin’s Scranton branch is in search of a new subject when they discover a historic Midwestern newspaper and the publisher trying to revive it. Purchase / Stream:
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Also from Lakeshore Records and Amazon MGM Studios: DER TIGER - ORIGINAL MOTION PICTURE SOUNDTRACK – Music by Heiko Maile - ABOUT HEIKO MAILE: Heiko Maile (born 12 January 1966 in Sydney, Australia) is a German musician and composer. He is best known as a member of the band Camouflage and as the composer for the score of the films The Wave and We Are the Night and won the Deutscher Fernsehpreis for best music in 2017. ABOUT DER TIGER: Unfolding in 1943, “Der Tiger” tells the story of the five-man crew of a Nazi army Tiger tank, which is a type of German heavy tank used during World War II. They are sent on a secret mission far behind the fiercely contested Eastern front line. Stream the Album Here:
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Milan Records has announced the September 26release of ELEANOR THE GREAT(Original Motion Picture Soundtrack), featuring music written by award-winning composer DUSTIN O’HALLORAN for Scarlett Johansson’s directorial debut. Starring June Squibb as Eleanor, a 94-year-old woman who, in the wake of a devastating loss, shares a story that takes on a dangerous life of its own, the film required a soundscape as introspective and emotionally nuanced as its narrative. A longtime admirer of O’Halloran’s solo piano work, Johansson immediately approached the composer for the film, the duo working in close collaboration during the filming process to craft a sonic throughline to the deeply human story. The resulting score features delicately lyrical solo piano movements punctuated by stirring orchestral suites that perfectly capture the film’s exploration of grief, identity and the need for human connection. Making its debut alongside album preorder is lead single “Memories,” a delicately moving and evocative piano track that reflects the measured poignancy at the heart of O’Halloran’s compositions – listen here. Following its worldwide premiere at the Cannes Film Festival, ELEANOR THE GREATdebuted in theaters Friday, September 26 from Sony Pictures Classics. Of the score, composer Dustin O’halloran says, “It was such a pleasure working on Scarlett’s first directorial film. From our first meetings we knew we both wanted this to capture the heart of the story without an overpowering score. There are so many layers of emotion in the film, including June Squibb’s inspiring performance, that I was able to draw on, and I tried to create something that would move the characters in the most empathic way. Many of the piano performances were simply me recording while watching the picture, playing and improvising with it to create a feeling that the viewer was inside the performance. It’s rare to have the opportunity to create a score like this, and I’m grateful for the trust Scarlett gave me.”
“The first time I ever heard Dustin’s piano solos, I said to myself that if I ever had the opportunity to direct a film, I would want him to do the composition for it,” adds director Scarlett Johansson. “It was literally a dream come true for me to hear that Dustin wanted to compose our score and I told him that verbatim. As I was putting the director’s cut together, I laid in some temporary tracks. Most of them were piano pieces by classical composers such as Chopin, Debussy, Satie. I didn’t realize that Dustin had composed some of his own albums as love letters to these very composers, so the references were all second nature to him, they lived inside him already. The entire way through from start to finish, it felt like Dustin, and I were thinking and creating with the same creative brain and same creative heart.” About ELEANOR THE GREAT: In ELEANOR THE GREAT, June Squibb brings to vivid life the witty and proudly troublesome 94-year-old Eleanor Morgenstein, who after a devastating loss, tells a tale that takes on a dangerous life of its own. Scarlett Johansson’s directorial debut is a comically poignant exploration of how the stories we hear become the stories we tell.
Available Everywhere September 26 From Milan Records – PREORDER NOW
Out Today: Album Lead Single “Memories” – LISTEN HERE
Composer Jared DePasquale has released his latest score for his audio drama series, The Jake Muller Adventures. “It’s an ex-military character that now runs a private security company, but he finds himself in all sorts of bizarre situations,” DePasquale says. “The stories are always interesting and serious, but the character himself resembles some of what we came to see in the 80's (tough guys / funny one liners). This particular adventure had our character in the bayou investigating potential zombie sightings, and I was able to hire two great fiddle players in Nashville, as well as some other instrumentalists, and I got to play some dobro.”
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Non-Film Music Works by Film Composers
Frank Ilfman, film composer, created of noes and noises, artist and member of SONITUS MORTIS and SHEFFIELD ’78 offers his latest digital track: “60 / 106” “A warm summery, nostalgic and subtly hypnotic new track, blending organic electronics with some poly harmonies,” said Ilfman. “Gear used : Juno 60 / 106, Minimoog, space delay and a VHS machine.” The digital track was released August 26, 2025, available for streaming and download from bandcamp:
Lakeshore Records Releases PARENTHOOD:OCEANS—Music from the Programme On BBC, music by Tom Howe. How the greatest challenge of all for animals in the wild is being a parent. Sir David Attenborough Narrates a New Wildlife Series with New Episodes Airing on BBC One. All episodes are available on BBC iPlayer. A look at the remarkable parenting strategies of marine animals - from navigating the reef and using seaweed as a nursery to teaching their young to hunt giants. ABOUT PARENTHOOD: Filmed over three years across six continents and 23 countries, Parenthood showcases astonishing, never-before-seen animal behaviors in stunning 6K ultra high definition. From the remote jungles of Bhutan to the grasslands of Botswana, each episode reveals the unique - and often surprisingly familiar - challenges faced by animal parents around the world. The stakes couldn’t be higher - success for all parents ensures the future of life on our planet.
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On the evening of September 4, 2025, TWIN TOWERS: LEGACY premiered to about 300 NYPD officers, families plus a few very special guests most of which are serving or have served in one of the greatest cities in the world, New York. The Vigiano’s, like most of the country, had to bear silent witness to the horrifying events playing out through phone calls as well as Television news September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks seared in their memories. TWIN TOWERS:LEGACY allows the audience to meet or catch up with the Vigiano family as the move forward after one of their own gave his life that day (officer Joe Vigiano, whose story is told in the Oscar®-winning 2003 short-subject documentary Twin Towers), and how their journey through life without their beloved father and husband still affects them two decades later. Featuring Joe’s wife, Kathy, and their children, the film shows how Joe’s legacy of strength, respect, and honor has been passed down to his incredible three sons Joe, Jimmy and John. The oldest two followed in their father’s footsteps to become NYPD officers at the 75th precinct where their parents met. Their youngest son currently is proudly serving in the Marine Corps. The Documentary TWIN TOWERS: LEGACYis directed and produced by Oscar® winner Robert Port, produced by Rick Dugdale and executive produced by John Lennox, Barry Booker, and Stan Weitlieb along with Maury Povich. Grindstone will be releasing this film on VOD for $5.99 and on Digital for SRP $6.99 this September 9th. RunningTime: 87 minutes.Directed by Robert Port, narrated by: Dennis Quaid, who says, “The Vigiano family is the epitome of American valor. Joe Vigiano’s boys, now men, are following their dad’s heroic legacy as NYPD officers, and putting their lives on the line. Their call to service is the embodiment of courage passed from father to sons.” . SYNOPSIS: TWIN TOWERS: LEGACY is a follow-up to Bill Guttentag and Robert Port’s 2003 Oscar®-winning best documentary short form Twin Towers about NYPD Detective Joe Vigiano, who gave his life as a 9/11 first responder in the elite NYPD Emergency Services Unit. At the time of his tragic death, Joe left behind a widow and three small children. TWIN TOWERS: LEGACY follows the journey of those children – now men – and their call to serve and protect to honor their father. The older two sons are sworn officers of the NYPD ESU 75th precinct, which is the same command where their parents met and served side by side. Joe and Kathy’s youngest child is currently serving in with the United States of America’s Marine Corps. PG-13 for thematic material, some violent/disturbing images, and strong ?language.
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Peter Hackman, Manager at Different Direction Management, reports that the trailer for the November 18th release of Marvel’s DEADPOOL VR has dropped. Our BMI award-winning, Golden Globe & Emmy nominated client, composer CHRISTOPHER YOUNG, was honored to return to the Marvel Universe to score Marvel's DEADPOOL VR! Dive face-first into Marvel’s DEADPOOL VR! on November 18, 2025. Only on Meta Quest 3 and 3S. Deadpool’s gonna be a star! The merc with a mouth just signed brand new contract with Mojo, the biggest name in intergalactic streaming. There’s just one problem: he didn’t read the fine print. Because come on, who does that? Now, he’s off to “recruit” (aka kidnap) some of the toughest villains in the Marvel Universe. Face off against Marvel fan-favorites like Mephisto, Lady Deathstrike, Omega Red, and checks note Ultimo, as he tries to fulfill his contract and make serious bank (while fighting for his life along the way). Blend parkour with a freeform combat system to take down foes with style and unlock Marvelous weapons, like the mighty Mjolnir Hammer (aka Thundery Long Hair's Mojo-ified hammer)! Get rich and die trying (again and again) to entertain Mojo’s massive audience. Featuring Neil Patrick Harris as Deadpool and John Leguizamo as Mojo. A galactic audience is watching your every move, so try to have fun with it, ya know?
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Composer Raphael Gesque offers music “Majestic Walk” from ASTÉRIX & OBÉLIX : SLAP THEM ALL! (2024) and ASTERIX & OBELIX: SLAP THEY ALL! 2 (2025) from the original videogame soundtrack. Composed, arranged and produced by Raphaël Gesqua, Original game by Pierre Adane & Philippe Dessoly.
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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
