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The Soundtrack Show is a weekly look at film scores and soundtracks for some of the most popular movies, TV Shows, Video Games and Theater pieces of all time.

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    • Jul 15, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
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    The Soundtrack Show podcast is an absolute gem for anyone who loves film, appreciates the history of the medium, and enjoys great music. Hosted by David W. Collins, this podcast delves deep into the art of soundtracks, providing in-depth analysis and commentary on some of the most iconic scores in movie history. Each episode is a wonderful presentation and explanation of the power and impact that music can have on a film.

    One of the best aspects of The Soundtrack Show is Collins' ability to break down complex musical concepts and theories into accessible and engaging explanations. Even listeners with no formal training in music or music theory can understand and appreciate his insights. He provides insider stories about films and filmmakers, offering a new perspective on movies that you may already know and love.

    The production quality of this podcast is exceptional. It is evident that Collins puts a lot of work into each episode, from research to scriptwriting to editing. The result is a podcast that feels polished, professional, and well-produced. It's obvious that Collins has a genuine passion for the subject matter, which shines through in his enthusiastic delivery and attention to detail.

    While there are countless positive aspects to The Soundtrack Show, one potential downside is the infrequency of new episodes. As a solo endeavor by its creator, it's understandable that it takes time to produce high-quality content like this. However, as a listener eagerly awaiting new episodes, it can be disappointing to see long gaps between releases.

    In conclusion, The Soundtrack Show podcast is an absolute must-listen for fans of film music. David W. Collins' passion for the subject matter is infectious, and his ability to dissect and analyze soundtracks will leave you with a newfound appreciation for the art form. Despite its occasional hiatuses between episodes, this podcast remains a true standout in its genre. So grab your headphones, sit back, and prepare to embark on an enchanting journey through the world of film scores.



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    Star Trek the Original Series - the Music (Part IV)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2024 57:39


    Our final look at the music of Star Trek puts us in the position of the show's music editors and composers. With so many classic episodes to get through, how did they stretch their music budget to cover an entire season? The music of Sol Kaplan, Joseph Mullendore, Gerald Fried and Fred Steiner is examined, and we also look at a series of clever music edits for tracked scores. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Star Trek the Original Series - the Music (Part III)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2023 56:23


    Music production on a full season of Star Trek begins! Our first two composers get to work, as Alexander Courage and Fred Steiner start writing and recording music at a frantic pace. We'll hear the rest of Courage's work on season one, and listen to Steiner's amazing contributions to Star Trek's musical vocabulary. We also examine the critical role played by the music editors, as they work to establish and shape the music of season one. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Star Trek the Original Series - the Music (Part II)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2023 56:11


    Before making it to air, Star Trek had not one, but two pilots scored by Alexander Courage. Once the first season finally went into production, it took five composers to pull it off. This episode explores the musical, financial and creative realities of 1960s television music production, as we discuss the scores for these two pilots, and the creation of some of the show's musical sound effects. We are also introduced to season one's other four composers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Star Trek the Original Series - the Music (Part I)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2023 49:20


    The history of television and the origins of Star Trek are explored through the life and career of composer/orchestrator Alexander Courage, television star Lucille Ball, and Desilu music director Wilbur Hatch. The main title melodies for Star Trek are analyzed and discussed, along with their place in the history of 20th Century television music. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial - the Music (Part III)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2023 59:33


    In our final episode on the music of E.T. we listen to the second half of the movie's incredible music, cue by cue. We also discuss the work of film editor Carol Littleton, and vocal sound designer Ben Burtt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial - the Music (Part II)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2023 60:43


    In Part II we take it from the top, and listen to how the film score for E.T. is constructed in the first half of the movie. We examine multiple themes, and discuss the movie's emotional honesty. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial - the Music (Part I)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2023 46:56


    The film score to E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial is widely considered to be one of the most important film scores of all time. We discuss what makes the music so great as a whole, and we discuss the evolution of the score's most important themes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time - the Music (Part III)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2021 53:13


    In Part III of our series on Ocarina of Time, we tackle the heart of our quest to save Hyrule by learning more complex melodies, tackling new musical dungeons, and ultimately facing off against our Bongo-playing, pipe organ-pounding foes. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

    The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time - the Music (Part II)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2021 42:43


    In Part II of our series on The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, we look at the first act of the game and discuss all of its musical diversity: the dungeons, the distant lands, and the melodic fragments we learn to play on our digital ocarina. The game's over "music" theme is discussed, as well is hidden homages to the Zelda series' musical past. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

    The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time - the Music (Part I)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2021 50:55


    The groundbreaking interactive music of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is both diegetic and non-diegetic music, as it plays a central role in both the story and gameplay. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

    The Legend of Zelda: the Music

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2021 45:32


    The music to original NES title The Legend of Zelda is discussed. We break down the main overworld theme, talk about its impact, and share memories of the original Zelda experience. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

    The Queen's Gambit: An Interview with Composer Carlos Rafael Rivera (Part II)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2021 39:58


    In part II of our interview with Carlos Rafael Rivera, we discuss how he wrote around diagetic music and sound design. Themes for the main character are discussed, as well as parts of The Queen's Gambit that feel like a sports movie. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

    The Queen's Gambit: An Interview with Composer Carlos Rafael Rivera (Part I)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2021 51:05


    We meet and celebrate Carlos Rafael Rivera, the composer for the hit Netflix series The Queen's Gambit. His musical background and career rise are discussed, as well as his overall approach to working with directors. His love for Randy Newman and film music is also covered, and we begin our in-depth discussion of The Queen's Gambit's wonderful score. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

    Cobra Kai Composing: An Interview with Zach Robinson and Leo Birenberg (Part II)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2021 38:04


    In part II of our interview with Zach Robinson and Leo Birenberg, we discuss the rock and metal influences in Cobra Kai's score. We also talk about their use of thematic material, musical humor, and the show's return to Okinawa. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

    Cobra Kai Composing: An Interview with Leo Birenberg and Zach Robinson (Part I)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2021 34:58


    We get a chance to sit down with Cobra Kai composers Zach Robinson and Leo Birenberg, as they discuss their music, their process, and their love of film scoring. The various musical styles of the Karate Kid franchise are discussed, as well as their own unique take on this hit TV series. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

    The Karate Kid (1984): the Music (Part II)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2021 49:40


    In our second episode on the music of Karate Kid, we take a close look at the music of Mr. Miyagi, the pan flute music of Zamfir, and how it tells the story of Miyagi and Daniel's friendship. More songs are discussed, and we hear restored music in the movie's dramatic finale for the very first time. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

    The Karate Kid (1984): the Music (Part I)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2020 36:21


    The music in 1984's The Karate Kid is both song score and film score, and composer Bill Conti worked with both. We discover how the songs and underscore are musically related, and discuss how main character themes are woven throughout this musically eclectic movie. The history of "You're The Best" is discussed, as is the movie's dramatic finale. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

    Home Alone: the Music (Part III)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2020 47:18


    We take a close listen to the end of Home Alone, breaking down how the music scores the comedy, and when it holds back. Diagetic songs and song scores are discussed, as is the recording of a large collection of Holiday hits. We hear how Williams uses themes to complete the story, bringing it all home with a feel-good conclusion. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

    Home Alone: the Music (Part II)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2020 45:10


    Let's hear it from the top! We take a close look at various parts of Home Alone to break down the compositions, and we examine a scene with omitted music restored. The use of popular Christmas music is discussed, as is the comedic effect of orchestration. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

    Home Alone: the Music (Part I)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2020 45:44


    In our first look at John Williams' score for Home Alone, we discuss the background of the project, and how it greatly influenced the score. We listen to a few leitmotifs, and discuss how they became songs for the film, and we examine their use in the film. Broad styles of Holiday music are also discussed, as are themes of family, fear, and love. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

    Superman: the Music (part IV)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2020 46:30


    Our final episode on Superman the Movie takes a close look at the heroic music in Metropolis, as well as the unfolding villainy of Lex Luthor. The heavy use of Superman's fanfare leitmotif is discussed, and we share thoughts from John Williams about the lasting, positive impact of Christopher Reeve as Superman. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

    Superman: the Music (part III)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2020 41:18


    In part three of our look at Superman the Movie, we examine great musical moments from the film score, starting at the beginning. Multiple versions of Krypton are compared, and we listen to more of the music from Smallville. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

    Superman: the Music (part II)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2020 37:31


    We continue our fly-through of Superman (1978) by listening to the love theme from the film score, and discuss a fascinating behind-the-scenes story. Other themes are analyzed and discussed, including a theme for Smallville, Lex Luthor and the March of the Villains, and a theme for the green crystal of Krypton. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

    Superman: the Music (part I)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2020 46:11


    John Williams' iconic Superman score is analyzed in context of a 3-part superhero movie: science fiction in the beginning, Americana growing up in Smallville, and a full-blown comic book in Metropolis. The main themes used in Williams' score are analyzed via breaking down these three influences. The history of Superman is discussed, and behind-the-scenes stories of the making of 1978's Superman are revealed. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

    Frozen II - An Interview with Songwriters Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez - Part II

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2020 38:12


    We continue our interview with Robert Lopez and Kristen Anderson-Lopez, discussing the iterative and very personal nature of songwriting, life stories shared in the writers room, Anna's character arc, and the heart-warming struggle that Kristoff faces when trying to express his feelings. We also discuss the inspiration behind Olaf's song "When I Am Older." Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

    Frozen II - An Interview with Songwriters Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez - Part I

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2020 51:49


    Robert Lopez and Kristen Anderson-Lopez join us in the studio for a 2-part interview about the songs of Frozen II. They discuss their process of discovering the songs that drive the story, their collaboration with Disney, and share fascinating stories of their iterative songwriting adventures into the unknown. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

    Return of the Jedi: the Music (part III)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2019 70:47


    We conclude our listen to Return of the Jedi, and the whole classic Star Wars trilogy, with the Battle of Endor. Themes are discussed, as are moments where music was omitted. We explore more diagetic music with the Ewoks, and compare multiple versions of the film's ending. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

    Return of the Jedi: the Music (part II)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2019 71:42


    In part 2 of our analysis, we look at roughly the first half of Return of the Jedi. We discuss each cue, its dramatic effect, and the creative process behind the final presentation. The diagetic, in-world music is also discussed, and we compare the original 1983 music to the changes that were made in the 1997 Special Edition. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

    Return of the Jedi: the Music (part I)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2019 47:52


    Return of the Jedi is the third Star Wars score from John Williams, and it transforms his overall musical approach to that of an operatic cycle. We look at how familiar themes from the first film are treated, and we explore and dissect some of the major new themes that greatly enrich the classic trilogy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

    Morricone, "Spaghetti Westerns" and The Man With No Name (Part II)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2019 54:24


    We continue our listen to Morricone's groundbreaking, stylish scores for director Sergio Leone and his "Spaghetti Westerns," including a close examination of For a Few Dollars More, and The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly. The cultural impact of these movies is also discussed, and we listen to the clever sound editing and effects that made the soundscape so memorable. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

    Morricone, "Spaghetti Westerns" and The Man With No Name (Part I)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2019 48:17


    Ennio Morricone's iconic music for the "Spaghetti Westerns" of Sergio Leone had an enormous impact on western soundtracks... especially the violent and stylish trilogy of films that featured Clint Eastwood as "The Man With No Name." We analyze the trilogy's first film, A Fistful of Dollars, and its unique film score by Morricone. The history of how this film was made is discussed, as is the sound design and post-dubbing that makes the soundtrack of Leone's westerns so unique. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

    Season 3 intermission

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2019 0:32


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    The Nightmare Before Christmas: the Music (Part II)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2019 44:48


    In our second look at The Nightmare Before Christmas, we discuss the enormous contirbutions of the voice talent in this cast. We also continue looking at great moments from the film's score, discuss the orignal motion picture soundtrack album, and analyze the remaining songs from the middle of the film - all the way to it's dramatic finale. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

    The Nightmare Before Christmas: the Music (Part I)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2019 49:37


    Danny Elfman's contribution to Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas is enormous, as the composer not only wrote the score, but helped with story development by writing the songs. He even stars as the lead singer. Elfman's songs are discussed, along with stories behind this musical's development.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

    Batman: the Music (1989)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2019 57:27


    In 1989, Danny Elfman redefined the sound of superheroes on the silver screen. His theme for the Batman is explored, as well as his musical treatment of the Joker and Vicki Vale. Prince's music is also discussed, and we break down Elfman's use of rhythm, themes, and textures. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

    Danny Elfman: from Boingo to Beetlejuice

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2019 48:56


    Danny Elfman's origin story is as fascinating as his music. We discuss his incredible success with Oingo Boingo, as well as his long-time collaboration with director Tim Burton. We explore the origin of his European "Doom-pah" sound, his humor, and his very first films with Burton: Pee-Wee's Big Adventure, and Beetlejuice. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

    The Goonies: the Music

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2019 62:06


    The music of The Goonies is a unique mix of classic film scoring, 80s pop, and film nostalgia, all combined with Dave Grusin's contemporary musical sensibilities. The result is a very effective film score that breathes life, adventure, and humor into this cult classic. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

    Casablanca: a Musical Movie Commentary

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2019 110:13


    Let's sit back and enjoy Casablanca and its music with this feature-length commentary. Max Steiner's wonderful music is dissected, and many behind-the-scenes stories about Casablanca's production are discussed. The commentary also touches on the fascinating stories behind the actual Warner brothers. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

    Casablanca: the Music and History

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2019 63:49


    One of the greatest films to ever be produced by the classic Hollywood studio system features a song that infuriated composer Max Steiner. Regardless, he produced one of the most memorable and effective film scores of his entire career. The history of Casablanca's troubled production is explored, as is the time period: Casblanca debuted shortly after the United States entered World War II. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

    Raiders of the Lost Ark: the Music (part IV)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2019 47:28


    Our look at the music and sound of Raiders of the Lost Ark concludes with a breathtaking truck chase, scoring Indy in disguise, and the climactic opening of the Ark.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

    Raiders of the Lost Ark: the Music (part III)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2019 52:31


    Our adventures continue with Indiana Jones in Cairo, where John Williams and Steven Spielberg masterfully use film score and diegetic music to tell a story of mystery, danger, and romance.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

    Raiders of the Lost Ark: the Music (part II)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2019 47:33


    We take a much closer look at the music of Raiders, starting with the opening adventure in South America. Specific musical moments in the film are discussed and analyzed. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

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