Soundcast (Ep. 88) - Herrmann, Williams or Zimmer?

Episode 88 - Herrmann, Williams or Zimmer?

Marty and Will Brueggemann (Underscore Podcast) join Erik Woods and Christopher Coleman to discuss the results of the recent Tracksounds' Twitter polls which asked, "Which composer has had the most impact on film music:  Bernard Herrmann, John Williams, or Hans Zimmer?"  In addition to discussing the surprising poll results, they dive into the substantial merits of each composer for such a title.  Lastly, each shares which composer they feel has truly made the largest impact upon the world of film music thus far.


Episode Highlights

00:24 - Intro and Welcome to Marty and Will Brueggemann (Underscore Podcast)
07:21 - Defining "Impact"
11:33 - Surprising Poll Results?
20:30 - Recognizing Williams
24:44 - The Elegant Mantle of John Williams
32:50 - Herrmann's Undeniable Influence
39:59 - Which Composer Has Truly Had the Most Impact?
66:39 - Only Zimmer Could Go to Coachella
73:48 - The Last Word



Music Selections

00:00 - "Marnie" - (Pyscho:  The Essential Alfred Hitchcock Collection) by
Bernard Herrmann
07:01 - "Super Mario Kart Theme" - (Super Mario Kart) by Soyo Oka

20:49 - "End Credits" (E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial) by John Williams
32:18 - "North by Northwest" (Pyscho:  The Essential Alfred Hitchcock Collection) by
Bernard Herrmann37:18 - "Harry's Wonderous World" (Harry Potter & The Sorcerer's Stone) by John Williams
66:13 - "A Watchful Guardian" (The Dark Knight) by Hans Zimmer
80:59 - "The End?" (Sherlock Holmes:  A Game of Shadows) by Hans Zimmer

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The Soundcast Stereo is co-hosted by Christopher Coleman and Erik Woods (Cinematic Sound Radio).  Each episode is a 30 minute (ish), two channel conversation about the world of film, television, and video game music.

Soundcast Stereo (Ep. 15) Composer Dominance

Episode 15 - Composer Dominance

Will the director-change for the DCEU's upcoming "The Batman" mean a composer change?  Could that composer change somehow be Michael Giacchino?  Erik and Christopher discuss the possibilities and the potential repercussions.  That discussion leads to a dive into some reflection on some of Hollywood's most dominant composers over the last 40+ years and those who may be poised to dominate in the near future!


Episode Highlights
00:04 - Intro & Affleckting the DCEU ...
06:51 - Michael Giacchino dominance
08:46 - Is composer dominance a good or bad thing?
13:12 - Hans Zimmer dominance
20:48 - John Williams dominance
31:46 - Henry Jackman dominance


Music Selections

00:00 - "Bumper to Bumper. Rail to Rail" (Speed Racer) by Michael Giacchino

54:44 - "Romanian Wind" (Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows) by Hans Zimmer

COMPANION PLAYLIST (on Spotify) - Soundcast Stereo Episode 14 Companion Playlist - https://bit.ly/sscp-15

These are unique Spotify playlists where we list tracks from most of (if not all) of the soundtrack titles referenced in the episode! And be sure to follow us on Spotify while you're at it. https://open.spotify.com/user/tracksounds

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Most of the soundtracks mentioned in this episode can be found at Amazon.  Your purchases through these links help us to keep on keepin' on!  Thank You!

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The official podcast of Tracksounds.com, The SoundCast is hosted by Christopher Coleman and features reviews and discussions centered around film, TV, and video game soundtracks. Special edition episodes include interviews with composers and other industry professionals.

The Soundcast Stereo is co-hosted by Christopher Coleman and Erik Woods (Cinematic Sound Radio).  Each episode is a 30 minute (ish), two channel conversation about the world of film, television, and video game music.

Unwebbing The Amazing Spider-Man 2 Deluxe Ed. by Hans Zimmer

Columbia Records has released a deluxe, 2-disc, edition of the hotly anticipated original soundtrack for THE AMAZING SPIDER-MAN 2 by HANS ZIMMER and THE MAGNIFICENT SIX. We unweb ... err unwrap it and take a short flight through the liner notes.

The music is from each title is property of Columbia Records and no copyright infringement is intended but offered for informational purposes only. 

TRACKS:

00:00 - "I'm Spider-Man" - by Hans Zimmer
00:05 - "You're That Spider Guy" - by Hans Zimmer
05:41 - "There He Is" - by Hans Zimmer
07:47 - "I Need to Know" - by Hans Zimmer
11:50 - "You're That Spider Guy" - by Hans Zimmer

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Man Of Steel Soundtrack - Sculptural Percussion - Hans Zimmer

Another insightful mini-doc about Hans Zimmer's much discussed score for MAN OF STEEL?  Yes.  I guess it is the eve of award-season.

This time the focus on Chas Smith's incredible sound-producing-sculptures, which Zimmer put to fairly stealthy use in his score.  Did you have any idea such unique instruments were employed?  I surely didn't.  Of course, this idea isn't new for Zimmer, as he utilized some of Diego Stocco's handiwork in SHERLOCK HOLMES to great musical-effect.  The employment of the "Experibass" and other creative wonders shine quite brightly in Sherlock Holmes, but Smith's instruments seem to have been invisibly infused or encoded into the DNA of Zimmer's score this time.

"It's just a sound, but it hits an emotional chord." -  Hans Zimmer

Can't argue that point, but I have to wonder if waves of deep, dark, atonal sounds are what one might use to accurately define Superman.  To be honest, I'm not sure where these instruments come in to play in the original score.  My best guess is that they are tucked away in those pieces representing Krypton or perhaps Zod and the unending, climactic battle.

While Zimmer's comments are surely intriguing on their own, director Zack Snyder's comments truly baffle.

"We tried to make the movie look like it was made by people...When you make a movie that is so visual-effects-heavy, there is a danger of the computer taking over the movie...and that's what we were trying to avoid.  And I think that, musically, it does the same thing." - Zack Snyder

I don't know, but the members of an orchestra are usually human.  Come to think of it, the sound of a traditional, symphonic orchestra is quite human, too.  Perhaps it's a little boring, but writing music, skillfully and passionately performed, has managed to convey human-emotions very well for centuries.

There's little doubting Chas Smith's craftsmanship here, but, as Hans Zimmer mentions, he samples these instruments and manipulates them for use in the final score.  In the end, I'm not sure how definable or recognizable Smith's contributions are.  By simply listening, I have, until now, been completely unaware of their use in the MAN OF STEEL score.  Oh the other-worldly-qualities certainly come through, but these are sounds that composers have been creating, by 100% synthetic means, for years now.  Why go to so much trouble where the net result is hardly discernible as something special...something out of the ordinary?

Other than showing us later just what lengths were taken to create such soundscapes, I'm not sure I understand the point.  Having Chas Smith, along with his amazing instruments, on stage to record in concert with the other instrumentalists would lend more credence to Snyder and Zimmer's approach of making Man of Steel feel like it was "made by humans."

So what do you think of Hans Zimmer's use of these instruments in the Man of Steel score?  Are you impressed?  Did you honestly discern their use as you listened to the score?  (Come on...be honest).

Hans Zimmer and Lorne Balfe talk about Making Beyond: Two Souls

Hans Zimmer.  Lorne Balfe.  Two Souls.

One of the most intriguing game titles of 2013 is David Cage's (Heavy Rain) BEYOND: TWO SOULS and it was recently made known that composers LORNE BALFE and HANS ZIMMER were going to be involved with it's original score.  As it turns out, Lorne Balfe will be the hand-on composer, while Hans Zimmer produces. 

The two have already made a significant mark in the video game world with work on Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 and Assassins Creed III, but Beyond: Two Souls may be their most cinematic, game-score yet.

Sony has just released a nice, sit-down, interview with the duo.  They give us some insights into their approach for scoring this game and also share their thoughts about the unique opportunities afforded and challenges presented in the realm of video game music

We are apparently treated to a preview of the score to come when the game releases in October 2013.  Certainly sounds as though we are in for an Inception-like-experience and some dramatic, mysterious, string work.

So are you looking forward to this game?  Do you think these "two" will go "beyond" with the musical score?

SoundCast Ep. 62 - Man of Steel

Episode 62 - Man of Steel

Alex Billington (Firstshowing.net) and Tim Burden (Movie Magic) join Christopher Coleman to discuss the most divisive film of the year, MAN OF STEEL ... and it's original score by one of the more divisive composers in Hollywood, Hans Zimmer. 

Episode Highlights

00:43 - Welcome: Alex Billington, Tim Burden
08:44 - Our History of Superman (Donner, Returns, Smallville)
24:26 - Man of Steel - Spoiler movie reactions
61:53 - Man of Steel - The Divisiveness
70:18 - Man of Steel - The Score: before, during, after the movie
98:12 - Audio excerpt: Interview with Hans Zimmer
99:56 - Wrapping up: The Perfect Score and Gotta Love Hans

Music Selections

00:00 - "Flight" (Man of Steel) by Hans Zimmer
07:20 - "Prelude and Main Title" (Superman) by John Williams
17:06 - "Memories" (Superman Returns) by John Ottman
23:30 - "Look to the Stars" (Man of Steel) by Hans Zimmer
69:45 - "Terraforming" (Man of Steel) by Hans Zimmer
87:39 - "Why Do We Fall?" (The Dark Knight Rises) by Hans Zimmer
104:17 - "Look to the Stars" (Man of Steel) by Hans Zimmer

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Man of Steel Soundtrack Limited Deluxe Edition - The Unboxing of Solitude

Ok...you yellow-sun-absorbing-weaklings, take a look with us as Christopher Coleman (@ccoleman) shares his unboxing of the MAN OF STEEL LIMITED EDITION SOUNDTRACK by HANS ZIMMER. Get an x-ray-good look at the packaging, liner notes, and two-disc release from Water Tower Records and then decide if you should invest in this physical-only release.

The music is from Water Tower Records release and no copyright infringement is intended but offered for informational purposes only.

TRACKS:

Track 01 - "Look to the Stars" (Disc 1) by By Hans Zimmer

Track 17 - "17 - What Are You Going to Do When You Are Not Saving the World" (Disc 1) By Hans Zimmer

MAN OF STEEL (LIMITED DELUXE EDITION) SOUNDTRACK BY HANS ZIMMER

Original Release Date: 2013

Number of Discs: 2

Number of Tracks: 22

Label: Water Tower Records

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The Biggest Vine Scoop of the Day: Hans Zimmer's Deluxe Man of Steel or Interstellar?

It's like Vine of Steel Versus Vinesterstellar

So our good friend, Alex Billington (Firstshowing.net) had a little shiny to show off on Vine.  Yes.  Pretty cool.  We have to admit that.  And we won't even mention his interview with HANS ZIMMER.  You'll see he got his hands on the deluxe edition of the MAN OF STEEL soundtrack, but just to make sure he, and the rest of the world knows, we at Tracksounds still "gots pull," we published our first official vine below, regarding one of Hans Zimmer's NEXT projects...INTERSTELLAR...

Like I said, "Pretty cool," but we've got the inside scoop on INTERSTELLAR.  Make sure you listen closely as you'll get some exclusive, early sound from Zimmer's earliest mock ups for his next Christopher Nolan score.  Please note that this isn't the final artwork...and could possibly change before the official release.

So you tell us.  Which is the bigger scoop? 

Oh and thanks for coming out on Android today, Vine.  You made all this possible.

Superman and His Music - A Twitter Discussion

With the imminent return of Superman, via Zach Snyder's upcoming MAN OF STEEL, it's a sure bet JOHN WILLIAMS' original themes and scores for late-seventies, feature-film, iteration of Superman will be coming up in many forums and on countless social media platforms.  Add to this JOHN OTTMAN's exciting, recently released score for JACK THE GIANT SLAYER and his past connection to the Superman franchise (SUPERMAN RETURNS) and you get the following twitter conversation between Erik Woods (Cinematic Sound Radio), Christopher Coleman (Tracksounds), Dane Walker (Composer), Mark A. and Doug Adams (Author).

While some feel that JOHN OTTMAN could do more than a serviceable job scoring one of the upcoming STAR WARS films, not everyone agrees.  A large part of that disagreement comes from Ottman's treatment of Williams' well-known, well-loved, original themes for Superman.

Read through.  Judge for yourself.  And chime in!  Do you think John Ottman would make an acceptable choice to score one of the new Star War's films?  Did you enjoy his work for Superman Returns? ...

The Dark Knight Rises (Soundtrack) by Hans Zimmer - Gang-Tackle Review

All Dark Things...

Review by The Tracksounds Gang

It began in 2005.  In the darkness, we put a smile on our face in 2008.  Finally, in 2012, all dark things must come to an end as Christopher Nolan's Batman revival rises one last time. Reduced from a dynamic-duo, THE DARK KNIGHT RISES, finds composer HANS ZIMMER alone in his batcave providing the finale's closing notes.  With the new threat of Bane and maneuverings of Catwoman, the stage is set for Batman's last Nolan-directed, Zimmer-inflected, hurrah and the Tracksounds gang rises up to tackle THE DARK KNIGHT RISES.

Once you have finished reading each and every one of these opinions, you have our permission to ... listen.

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Batman Begins Chase Scene Scored by...Danny Elfman?

Soundtrack-geninus and Soundcast listener @Matty_ODonoghue tweeted this little video at us in response to Episode #50, our The Dark Knight Rises episode.

We put it out there for someone to edit some of Danny Elfman's score up against some of Christopher Nolan's Batman work...and there it is.

In this chase scene from BATMAN BEGINS, originally scored by Hans Zimmer ('Molossus' on the Batman Begins soundtrack), we have the cue "Batman to the Rescue" by Elfman.  The editor, Youtube user, LukeLindmeyer states how oddly perfect the cue fits the cut of the film, but I think I detect some edits to the scene (correct me if I'm wrong there) that help this fit along.

If one has never heard the original score for this scene, I can see how it might be viewed as "fitting."  Those of you, like me, who have seen Batman Begins countless times and listened to the original score even more, the tone of Elfman's score certainly clashes with the vibe we know Nolan was going for.  And if that weren't enough, the bit of Hans Zimmer's score at the beginning of the video puts a brighter spotlight on the creative dissonance.

Tim Burton's Batman was a dark superhero movie and Danny Elfman's score fit it well.  Nolan's Batman is much more of a crime-action/drama that just happens to have some rather eccentric characters in it.  And Zimmer's score fits equally well.  As we indicated in the episode #50, the distinct personalities of the two franchise iterations just don't mesh...although I somehow think putting some of Zimmer's score up against one of Burton's films might work.

Anyone up to that challenge? 

Hans Zimmer Talks The Origins and Challenges of the Bane Chant

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Composer Hans Zimmer talks about the origins of the "Bane chant" and the issues with trying to record thousands of vocals in secret.

'Aurora' Composed by Hans Zimmer to Benefit Victims

Composer Hans Zimmer recently posted this on his Facebook page:

 "Aurora" is dedicated to those who lost their lives and were affected by the tragedy in Aurora, Colorado. I recorded this song in London in the days following the tragedy as a heartfelt tribute to the victims and their families. 100% of the proceeds will be donated to Aurora Victim Relief organization. The track is available on iTunes shortly and here: http://bitly.com/QmUiWM" 


Just as Christian Bale's visit was, this is a great gesture of sensitivity and support, so donate, help, and listen.

SoundCast Ep. 50 - Fish, Fish, Water, Water - The Dark Knight Rises

Ep. 50- "Fish, Fish, Water, Water - The Dark Knight Rises"

Composer Sascha Dicikiyan and Alex Billington join us for an in-depth discussion on THE DARK KNIGHT RISES. They explore Nolan’s final entry in his Batman trilogy as well as Hans Zimmer’s score. Lastly, they discuss the MAN OF STEEL trailer and it’s intriguing choice of music.

Episode Highlights

00:00 The Batmontage
00:27 Intro and Welcome
02:12 The Tragedy in Aurora, Colorado
08:20 The Dark Knight Rises - General Reaction
19:11 The Dark Knight Rises - Spoiler Talk
32:32 The Dark Knight Rises - The original score
64:54 Sidetrack: Man of Steel Teaser

Music Selections

00:00 "Batman" (Batman Begins) Hans Zimmer, James Newton Howard

00:17 "Why Do We Fall" (The Dark Knight Rises) by Hans Zimmer
07:00 "Nothing Out There" (The Dark Knight Rises) by Hans Zimmer
31:52 "Why Do We Fall" (The Dark Knight Rises) by Hans Zimmer
33:28 "Gotham's Reckoning" (The Dark Knight Rises) by Hans Zimmer
35:10 "Mind If I Cut In" (The Dark Knight Rises) by Hans Zimmer
46:58 "Harvey Two-Face" (The Dark Knight) by Hans Zimmer, James Newton Howard
50:00 "The Batman Theme" (Batman) by Danny Elfman
65:24 "Khazad-Dûm" (LOTR: Fellowship of the Ring [Complete]) by Howard Shore
68:30 "The Planet Krypton" (Superman) by John Williams
70:02 "Journey To The Line" (Thin Red Line]) by Hans Zimmer
86:24 "Rise" (The Dark Knight Rises) by Hans Zimmer

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Limited Edition Vinyl Soundtrack from The Dark Knight Rises by Hans Zimmer Coming

On July 17, 2012, WaterTower Music will release The Dark Knight Rises : Original Motion Picture Soundtrack at all physical and digital retailers. Academy- Award® winning composer Hans Zimmer teams for the fourth time with writer/director Christopher Nolan to create the music for the final installment of his Dark Knight Trilogy.  The CD version of the soundtrack will contain an exclusive link to unlock three bonus tracks, while a deluxe version of the soundtrack, with three additional tracks, will be available digitally. A limited edition vinyl configuration is set for release on September 4. Following the success of his experiential app for Inception, which boasted 5 million downloads, Zimmer is preparing to unveil a new iPhone app for The Dark Knight Rises that will provide fans with a more immersive musical and sonic experience into the world of Gotham City.  Details for the new Hans Zimmer app will be announced soon.

“I thought after we finished the last one [The Dark Knight], that was it,” said Zimmer.  “There was nothing else we could possibly do.  At the same time, when I started reading this script, I instantly knew that there was a whole world out there that I hadn’t even touched yet.”

“I have never worked with someone so dedicated to the idea that the real risk is in playing it safe,” said Nolan.  “Hans taught me that you sometimes have to go in what appears to be the wrong direction to discover all the possibilities, and that without exploring those possibilities you can never do anything truly exceptional.  He sets creative goals for every film that are higher than you ever thought practical…or even reachable.”

Zimmer added, “We’re comrades in arms, the way we try to cheer each other on and try to really do the best work we possibly can. And part of that is you have to be prepared to not hold back. You have to put everything into the movie.”

The Dark Knight Rises -- Original Motion Picture Soundtrack and The Dark Knight Rises – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack Deluxe Version on WaterTower Music will be available digitally and in stores on July 17, 2012.

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Streaming The Dark Knight Rises Soundtrack by Hans Zimmer

And Here...We....Go...

Our own @MonkeyButlerMan (that's Richard Buxton for all of you non-tweeting-folk) has stumbled across something big.  Very Big!

The fine folks at Empire.com are counting down the days to the release of THE DARK KNIGHT RISES. And they are starting things off right by giving us the full soundtrack to stream! You can listen to track one above and then you'll find access to all of the tracks at its conclusion.

Go ahead and play it...you know you want to, then, post a comment as to what you think of it! 

You can find more cool stuff from THE DARK KNIGHT RISES at Empire.com

More Clips from The Dark Knight Rises Soundtrack by Hans Zimmer

Once again Batman-News.Com delivers a few more soundtrack-morsels to us to nibble upon as we await for the full meal to be served in a few weeks. With the possible exception of track 1, these appears to be 15 new 30 second segments from the original soundtrack. 

So  do you like it more, less or do these clips not make any difference to you?

PS - I inverted the cover art, just to make it easy to identify these second set of clips.

Listen to Clips from The Dark Knight Rises Soundtrack by Hans Zimmer

Batman-News.Com gives us our first taste of our last taste of Batman under the direction of Christopher Nolan.  Here are 15 30 second clips for you to sink your ears into.

So what do you think of Hans Zimmer's score so far?  Let us know in the comments below.

Celebrate the Music: 84th Academy Awards by Hans Zimmer and Pharrell Williams

And Then There Were 84
Review by Christopher Coleman

My best guess says I've watched about 25 of the 84 Academy Award ceremonies over the course of my life. I maintain that I continue to find the shows enjoyable simply due to the fact that the Oscars are not as much about Hollywood patting itself on the back as it is a simple celebration of the movies themselves. I’m obliged to one Tom Cruise for repeating a very similar statement just before announcing the winner for Best Picture. (I had no idea that he followed us on twitter!) All and all, I’d have to concede that this year’s Oscar ceremonies wer just about par for the course. There were some good moments, bad moments, and moments of “memefication.” Eh, Ms. Jolie?

Aside from Cirque Du Soleil’s short, but mesmerizing performance, another remarkable facet to this year’s show was the fact that composer HANS ZIMMER and PHARRELL WILLIAMS were in charge of the night’s music - giving the ceremonies a decidedly different musical vibe from previous years. To my pleasant surprise, a short digial release of Zimmer and company’s music debuted on iTunes the day after.

Right from the onset of the show and this release, HANS ZIMMER and company make it clear that this is not going to be your Papa’s Oscar music. Infusing a sense of expectancy and anticipation with subtle grandeur, well deserving of an Oscar setting, is Zimmer’s title theme, “Celebrate the Oscars” (1). The theme provides the backbone for this 8 track release. While a couple of tracks deviate from the course that this piece sets, by the time you finish listening through the 28 minutes of music, the musical motifs established in this opening track are what will remember most.


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Evidence of an Iconic Score - Inception

Earlier today I came across an interesting use of Hans Zimmer's "Time" from the INCEPTION soundtrack. Even earlier this year, I stated that I thought Daft Punk's TRON: LEGACY and Zimmer's INCEPTION were two of the most iconic scores of the last decade. Of course, such a statement could be argued...and definitely was.

Having come across this SoundCloud track, I proceeded to share it with the twitterverse and beyond, reasserting the notion that this mash-up of Zimmer's "Time" with Charlie Chaplin's unforgettable and moving speech from THE GREAT DICTATOR, was conclusive evidence that INCEPTION has certainly become iconic - something that exists and is recognized far beyond it's original purpose and intent.

My original tweet:

I've now heard INCEPTION mashed-up w/ famous speeches, remixed, and made into a worship song. I re-assert that it is an iconic score.

My tweet was met with a good amount of agreement and also a lot of interest in seeing and hearing more of these mixes and mashups. So, what I've done here is to collect a few that demonstrates how "Time" and other segments of the INCEPTION score has gone on to be used and re-used in almost countless ways. The videos you'll find below are but a fraction of what's available on Youtube AND none of these feature Zack Hemsey's (now iconic in its own right) piece, "Mindheist," that was originally attached to the INCEPTION trailer.

You'll also note, at the bottom of this post, a couple of links to Youtube videos that would not allow embedding. I suggest you check out those as well.

It must be noted that Chaplin's speech was mashed up and mixed long before "Time" and so you should seek those out on Youtube as well. While the timing in the Zimmer/Chaplin mix could be a little better, I find it a very potent mix; moreso than those mixes which preceded it.

Lastly, I'll say that, of course, Zimmer's INCEPTION is not the only original score to be taken and mixed with other famous trailers or movie excerpts. You can find hundreds of them out there...some done even more effectively than those you'll find below. This post is purely to illustrate how Hans Zimmer's INCEPTION has most certainly become an iconic score.

Toy Story 3 - Finale (Time) 


Tron - Legacy (Time) 

So what do you think of all this? Is Inception an iconic score or not? Tell us in the comments!