Lorenz Dangel & Robin Carolan: SEPTEMBER 5 & NOSFERATU

Best of 2024 - Top 13 Tracks from Film, TV, & Video Games

Best Film Music of 2024Let’s look back at some of the best music in media we heard in 2024.  Studio Soundtracks host Chandler Poling picks some of his favorites he heard across film, television, and video games.  From drug cartel musicals to dynamic songs in animated series, this program features a variety of styles and tastes audiences heard in past year.Playlist:1. “The Oscars” from SUPER/MAN: THE CHRISTOPHER REEVE STORY by Ilan Eshkeri2. “Magnus the Savior” from X-MEN ’97 by The Newton Brothers3. “Postlude of Conclave” from CONCLAVE by Volker Bertelmann4. “New Death Dance” from HANDLING THE UNDEAD by Peter Raeburn5. “The Kiss” from THE REMARKABLE LIFE OF IBELIN by Uno Helmersson6. “Try Harder” from FRANKLIN by Jay Wadley7. “Mi Camino” from EMILIA PEREZ by Camille & Clément Ducol (performed by Selena Gomez)8. “What Have They Done To Us?” From ARCANE by Mako (aka Alex Seaver)9. “Poison” from HAZBIN HOTEL by Sam Haft and Andrew Underberg (performed by Blake Roman)10. “Terminator Zero” from TERMINATOR ZERO by Michelle Birsky and Kevin Henthorn11. “Corncake” from THE OUTRUN by John Gürtler and Jan Miserre12. “Softly” from DISCLAIMER by Finneas O’Connell13. “Dragon Age The Veilguard Main Theme from DRAGON AGE: THE VEILGUARD by Hans Zimmer and Lorne Balfe

Lorenz Dangel & Robin Carolan: SEPTEMBER 5 & NOSFERATU

Studio Soundtracks [https://www.dublab.com/shows/studio-soundtracks-2] takes listeners behind the scenes of how music is crafted for film and television by hearing directly from composers, songwriters and music professionals in the Entertainment Industry. Listen to inspiring conversations about composition and hear works from Emmy, Grammy, and Oscar-winning film scores on the show. LORENZ DANGEL Classically trained in composition, Lorenz Dangel is a multi-award-winning composer renowned for his versatility, creating music for film, concert performances, and ballet. After the early success of his score to Tim Fehlbaum’s thriller “Hell”, he showcased his stylistic range in movies of different genres, among them “A Fortunate Man” by Bille August, “Me and Kaminski” by Wolfgang Becker and the epic family drama “Dying” by Matthias Glasner for which he won his third German Film Prize for Best Music. Dangel’s latest project sees him reunite with director Tim Fehlbaum for the upcoming historic thriller “September 5.” His collaboration with the choreographer Andrey Kaydanovskiy led to the creation of the orchestral ballet music “The Snowstorm” at the Bavarian State Opera in Munich. The summer of 2024 saw the premiere of PHON, brought to life by Sir Simon Rattle and a monumental orchestra, uniting the BR Symphonieorchester with four brass ensembles. The joy of finding the right musical approach for each project using the entire world of sound not only inspires Lorenz in the process of creation but also defines him. ROBIN CAROLAN Robin Carolan is a British-Irish composer and music producer whose distinct artistic voice has gained prominence in both the music and film industries. His recently scored the highly anticipated Robert Eggers film Nosferatu, set to release in theaters December 2024 “From the get-go, it was important to me that I not just write something you’d solely think of as a ‘horror score’,” Carolan explains about his Nosferatu score. “I wanted to really lean into the melancholy, tragic aspect of the tale, and even make room for something akin to romance, albeit a very warped kind of romanticism.” Carolan intentionally moved beyond the typical horror score, focusing on capturing the tale’s melancholy and tragic elements while weaving in a sense of warped romanticism. The score for Nosferatu features a vast orchestration, including 60 string players, a full choir, various horns and woodwinds, a harpist, and two percussionists. The orchestral richness brings a profound depth to the score. Carolan first garnered attention as the founder of Tri Angle, an independent music label launched in 2010, which became synonymous with innovative and critically acclaimed releases, particularly in the electronic music realm. Carolan’s collaborations with artists like Björk, where he was recognized as “the fifth ear” on her 2017 album Utopia, further cemented his reputation as a versatile and influential figure in contemporary music. His film scoring debut came with Robert Eggers’ The Northman in 2022, a project that required him to craft a soundscape reflecting the film’s brutal and atmospheric narrative. The meticulous attention to detail is a hallmark of the collaborative process between Eggers and Carolan, one that can be described as almost telepathic. The result is music that not only complements the film but also stands on its own as a testament to Carolan’s artistry and the enduring power of collaboration.

Sam Haft & Andrew Underberg: Hazbin Hotel

Studio Soundtracks [https://www.dublab.com/shows/studio-soundtracks-2] takes listeners behind the scenes of how music is crafted for film and television by hearing directly from composers, songwriters and music professionals in the Entertainment Industry. Listen to inspiring conversations about composition and hear works from Emmy, Grammy, and Oscar-winning film scores on the show. SAM HAFT Sam Haft is a platinum-certified artist/singer/songwriter best known for being half of duo The Living Tombstone, which NME dubbed as “the Internet’s biggest gaming band.” The Living Tombstone have over 40 billion global streams to their name, and their original song “My Ordinary Life” is now RIAA-certified platinum. On top of his musical involvements, Haft is also a voiceover artist in some cartoons and iconic anime properties, and a writer-director whose shorts have been featured in the A.V. Club amongst others. He is the co-songwriter/producer for Hazbin Hotel (Amazon Prime), whose season one soundtrack topped the Billboard Soundtrack chart for 11 consecutive weeks. Haft also released his solo EP, Bad Times, in 2023 to great reviews and indie press acclaim, including Mixdown Magazine saying, “Sam Haft can really do it all,” and V Magazine stating the single “Grow Up” has an amazingly catchy hook and addicting chorus. The extended version of his Bad Times EP, conveniently titled Badder Times, debuted December 8, 2023. ANDREW UNDERBERG Andrew Underberg (he/him) is an Emmy-nominated songwriter, composer and producer based in NYC. He is the co-songwriter/producer for Hazbin Hotel (Amazon Prime), whose season one soundtrack topped the Billboard Soundtrack chart for 11 consecutive weeks. He also co-composed the underscore and songs for Hailey’s On It, a Disney Channel series starring Auli’i Cravajo and Manny Jacinto. He co-executive music produced The J Team (Paramount +) for which he and his collaborators received an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Music Direction and Composition. As a pop songwriter/producer, Andrew’s songs have been released by artists including Hailey Steinfeld, Kat Deluna, and JoJo Siwa, as well as the K-Pop groups Stray Kidz, Twice, TVXQ and Enhypen.

Michelle Birsky & Kevin Henthorn: Terminator Zero

Studio Soundtracks [https://www.dublab.com/shows/studio-soundtracks-2] takes listeners behind the scenes of how music is crafted for film and television by hearing directly from composers, songwriters and music professionals in the Entertainment Industry. Listen to inspiring conversations about composition and hear works from Emmy, Grammy, and Oscar-winning film scores on the show. MICHELLE BIRSKY AND KEVIN HENTHORN Most recently known for scoring The Netflix anime series Terminator Zero, The Lesbian Bar Project (documentary series, Roku) and Mother/Android (feature film, Hulu), Michelle Birsky and Kevin Henthorn are a married, composing duo based in Los Angeles. Their music is contemporary and emotional, often incorporating found sounds and vocals with a strong electro-acoustic pull. With years spent in the New York indie music scene, Michelle and Kevin bring a unique perspective to composition, drawing inspiration from composers like Trent Reznor & Atticus Ross, Jóhann Jóhannsson, and Mica Levi. Michelle, a vocalist, producer, and electronic musician, and Kevin, an accomplished guitarist and vocalist, bridge their talents into a cohesive, well-rounded entity that creates emotionally-driven, electro-acoustic music. The two have always had a strong interest in film scoring, but they came to it from different backgrounds. Michelle graduated from Kenyon College with a degree in music. Kevin graduated from the Film Conservatory at Purchase College. Michelle and Kevin met in Brooklyn in 2014 and for the majority of their 20’s they pursued their own musical projects: Michelle, a synth-pop artist project called Birch, and Kevin, a folk-rock project called Cape Francis. During that time, Michelle also focused on film composing, writing for sync and working under esteemed composer Elliot Goldenthal. When the pandemic hit in March 2020, the pair decided to take the leap and move from NY to LA to focus on film composing, and soon were brought on to score Mother/Android, which premiered on Hulu in December, 2021. Together, through their music, Michelle and Kevin seek to help tell stories that broaden minds, and find truth and beauty in human life. Their latest project is Terminator Zero, the anime series, and latest in the Terminator franchise, which is coming soon to Netflix. Tracklist: All music by Michelle Birsky and Kevin Henthorn Terminator Zero Choose Emergence It Will Never Be The Same Reika’s Choice RUN

Adam Blackstone & Trygge Toven: Emmy-Nominated Music Director and Music Supervisor

Studio Soundtracks [https://www.dublab.com/shows/studio-soundtracks-2] takes listeners behind the scenes of how music is crafted for film and television by hearing directly from composers, songwriters and music professionals in the Entertainment Industry. Listen to inspiring conversations about composition and hear works from Emmy, Grammy, and Oscar-winning film scores on the show. On this month’s episode of Studio Soundtracks, host Chandler Poling is joined by guests Trygge Toven and Adam Blackstone. TRYGGE TOVEN Trygge Toven is a highly sought-after Emmy nominated music supervisor who has shaped the musical identity of some of Hollywood’s biggest films, including Netflix’s Dolemite Is My Name! and Always Be My Maybe, Michael Bay’s 6 Underground, the Paramount box office hit Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie, and oversaw the music for the acclaimed Knives Out. Most recently, Trygge collaborated with Jonathan Nolan and Lisa Joy on Amazon’s critically acclaimed series Fallout. His exceptional work on the show has earned him an Emmy nomination for music supervision. Toven also lends his services to a number of high-profile television series, including HBO’s critically acclaimed series, Westworld, Dwayne Johnson’s hit series, Young Rock, and Marvel series Loki, starring Tom Hiddleston. In addition to supervision, Toven served as music producer for The Marvels and on David O. Russell’s Amsterdam. Trygge’s diverse background as both a music producer and recording engineer play an integral role in his approach; his time crafting music behind the scenes has put him in a unique position of understanding talent from a creator’s point of view. Toven excels in providing his insight and expertise on-set and in the studio to best align creative visions with inventive, enlightened solutions. ADAM BLACKSTONE On TV, radio or at a live concert at your favorite stadium, the Adam Blackstone sound has certainly permeated your eardrums. Blackstone is not only a multi-faceted bass player, musician, 6x Emmy nominated and winning Music Director and Grammy award winning writer, he is the musical mastermind behind the live shows of many of today’s biggest artists. This year Adam is nominated for the Outstanding Music Direction Category for 2023 Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame Induction Ceremony. He has served as the Musical Director for acts such as Justin Timberlake, Rihanna, Janet Jackson, Alicia Keys, Maroon 5, recently cultivated the explosive, Emmy-nominated Super Bowl 56 Halftime Show featuring Dr Dre, Eminem, Snoop Dog & Mary J Blige. With each new endeavor, the artists he works with become family and fall in love with Blackstone’s easy demeanor and standard for excellence. Blackstone’s TV legacy continues to expand as Music Director and On-screen personality. His expertise has shaped today’s biggest shows including NBC’s “The Voice,” the Grammy Awards, numerous BET, VH1 and MTV specials and as the Music Director for the hit Fox show “The Masked Singer,” NBC’s “That’s My Jam” and the 94th Annual Academy Awards (Oscars). Blackstone was born in Trenton, New Jersey and it was there that he began to hone his craft under the guise of his father, a jazz musician, who remains one of his greatest musical influences. It was in a church playing drums at the age of 6 that his father discovered he had rhythm and perfect pitch. Once his family moved to Willingboro, NJ which has never been short on talent, he picked up bass in high school and the rest is history. After earning a scholarship to the University of the Arts in Philadelphia, it didn’t take long for Blackstone to become engulfed in the soul music pulse that was flowing through the city at that time. Beginning as a session musician, shortly after his start, he was touring the world.