Soundtrack Alley

Cue Perception 10

Today on Cue Perception you'll hear an underrated cue from the film Cherry 2000 with film music by Basil Poledouris. You'll see why this cue stands out to me and what the future of cue perception will become. I've got more stories to tell with individual cues from the past and even present. Stay tuned and you'll hear so much more.

112: Revisit Interview with Craig Safan for Album Sirens!

I've got some amazing content coming very soon. To tied you over until then I thought I'd share one of my favorite interviews I did with Craig Safan, which was his album Sirens. In his words its like a retelling of the Odyssey but through music. Erika Christie joins me as we talk to Craig about his work on this album and his influences into the process. We also discuss film scores and other projects he's working on. Tune in! You'll love it!

111: Revisit Interview with Kurt Farquhar

Today you'll hear an older interview I did with Kurt Farquhar who composed music to Black Lightning and The Neighborhood. I'm sure you'll enjoy this interview. I have a few over the next few weeks that I'll be presenting.

Cue Perception 9

Today on Cue Perception you'll hear as I nerd out about a cue from an anime film that almost didn't happen, but encompasses all anime in a single film. Mech armor robots, ultra super hero females, battles to the death, annoying side characters that make you want to scream and so much more. The film I speak of is Project A-Ko. It was directed by Katsuhiko Nishijima and the animation style was from a multitude of artist and animators.
There are so many facts in regard to the production in this one episode alone. The cue that I chose is highly energetic and if you have never seen the film, I urge you, no I implore you to seek it out and watch it, possibly for multiple viewings.

Soundtrack Alley 110: Revisit The Great Mouse Detective and Oliver & Company

Do you remember two hidden gems of Disney? Two hallmarks of animation that took scores in a different direction and showed you could tell a story with classic composers and still have a modern sensibility? Well today I look back at The Great Mouse Detective and Oliver & Company. Two films about the little guys. Mice and Dogs and Cats. This is the show for you today. I present this as I look back at the voice talent, the animation styles and even the eclectic scores of these two brilliant films. Come with me and join me as I go into depth on these. Enjoy!

109: Revisit Innerspace

What if you could shrink like Ant-Man but be inside the human body to cure a disease? Or alter a face? Or save the world? That's essentially what happens in this underrated 80's film that includes the excellent score by JERRY GOLDSMITH. Join me and Erika Christie as we breakdown the film, it's background and of course discuss the score on today's episode. Let's shrink to the size of a blood cell and enter innerspace!

Cue Perception 8

"Ah, Kirk, my old friend. Do you know the Klingon proverb that tells us revenge is a dish that is best served cold? It is very cold in space."
One of the best villains in the Star Trek Universe is Khan Noonien Singh. His rival with Kirk is best shown in the Star Trek film Wrath of Khan. Thus we are at our eighth episode of Cue Perception. Today you'll hear a excellent cue by JAMES HORNER from that film. I won't be giving that away right here, or right now. You'll have to listen for it and enjoy the cue for what it is. I can tell you it's exciting, exhilarating and engaging. I'm sure that after you've listened to this cue, you'll have a greater appreciation for the film. So sit back and enjoy.

108: Revisit Flight of the Navigator

Have you ever wondered on a road trip, what would happen if my GPS took over my car? In a Spaceship? Well in Flight of the Navigator we find that to be true. Time travel, space stuff, conspiracy theories and so much more. Erika Christie and I discuss the film, its cast, background, and of course the score by the underrated ALAN SILVESTRI. I think you'll enjoy this.

107: Revisit Crocodile Dundee

Do you know who the real Crocodile Dundee was? You'll find out in this episode. Erika Christie and I will discuss the cast, background and the score by Peter Best. We'll have a lively discussion about the man from down under!

Cue Perception 7

Today you’ll hear an amazing cue from The Rocketeer with music by the late James Horner. This will be some really great music.