Giacchino creates another stellar musical score where he holds his own compared to others in the film series (Danny Elfman, James Horner, Christopher Young, etc.).
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Music Review: Various Artists – ‘Julie’s Greenroom’ (Music from the Netflix Original Series)
This delightful children's educational arts series soundtrack should have been subtitled "Volume 1" since it does not include all the strong works from the first season of the Netflix show, but it still impresses thanks to varied instrumentation and talented guest star performances.
Read More »Music Review: Pharrell Williams and Various Artists – ‘Despicable Me 3: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack’
Pharrell Williams delivers again with several catchy tunes on the third soundtrack for the 'Despicable Me' animated comedy/adventure film series, while Heitor Pereira contributes again to the score.
Read More »Music Review: Bear McCreary – ‘Colossal – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack’
Loads of energy and unique approaches fill this musical score from Bear McCreary, as his unique perspective and approach equal the movie's rareness.
Read More »Music Review: Rob Simonsen – ‘Gifted – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack’
Composer Rob Simonsen (The Age of Adaline, Burnt, FoxCatcher, NERVE and The Spectacular Now) continues to show impressive versatility in his musical works with an original motion picture soundtrack of the dramatic film, Gifted.
Read More »Music Review: Marco Beltrami – ‘Logan – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack’
Marco Beltrami's outstanding original score for 'Logan' equals the film's emotional, visceral content. The subtle, yet emotional music enhances the film viewing and evokes this comprehensive character narrative very well.
Read More »Music Review: Various Artists – ‘The Lego Batman Movie: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack’
This soundtrack/score has great variety thanks to a rich history in the Caped Crusader's film and TV history.
Read More »Interview: Cellist Tina Guo on Getting Her ‘Game On!’
'In a game, the focus is of course on game play, but the music seeps into the unconscious also – and is instantly recognizable if later heard.'
Read More »Music Review: Alan Silvestri – ‘Allied: Music from the Motion Picture’
Sony Classical’s Allied (Music from the Motion Picture) comes recommended for strong transitions while almost every track stands out among this 16th Silvestri/Zemeckis collaboration, with hopefully more to come.
Read More »Music Review: Rupert Gregson-Williams – ‘Hacksaw Ridge’ (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)
Gregson-Williams has a great score for an emotional WWII film with memorable horns, guitars, woodwinds, and even Japanese-themed music pieces.
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