Narrative Timbre: How the f**k I got here. Three records that changed my life.
For his first vlog entry, Chris talks about the first three records that changed his life. Our Star Wars review. Blaster Beam -- Craig Huxley…
Narrative Timbre: Interview with Film Composer, Tyler Kitchens
Chris conducts a remote interview with Tyler Kitchens, composer for the film, "By Night's End." To hear more from Tyler Kitchens go to his website,…
Narrative Timbre: Interview with Amanda Bocchi
For the premiere episode for his blog extension, Chris has a remote discussion with composer/musician Amanda Bocchi featuring a live performance. To hear more from…
The Echo of “Hereditary”
If you’ve listened to our review of A24’s newest horror offering, “Hereditary,” directed by Ari Astar, then you know how much I hated the film.…
My Fair Amphibian-Man: The Music of “The Shape of Water”
There is a style to Guillermo del Toro’s films that is simultaneously recognizable and elusive. Indeed, there are certain design aesthetics he favors, often letting…
Apocalypse, Now What? Romero and the Music of the Dead
George A. Romero’s “Night of the Living Dead” is incomparable. It is the quintessential zombie film that set the standard and most of the rules…
Dies Irae: A Shining Example
“Dies Irae” (That Day of Wrath) is a Gregorian Chant which dates back to the 13th century. It is probably one of the oldest and…
Music as a Supporting Character in “Star Trek Beyond”
In our podcast about "Star Trek Beyond," I argued that Michael Giacchino's score could be considered a supporting character. He teases the main theme throughout…