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Theodore Shapiro to score ‘Diary of a Wimp Kid’

25 November 2009 3:10 AM, PST | MovieScore Magazine | See recent MovieScore Magazine news »

The upcoming 20th Century Fox comedy Diary of a Wimp Kid, directed by Thor Freudenthal and starring Steve Zahn, Chloe Moretz and Rachel Harris, will get a score by Theodore Shapiro. It’s his first score for Freudenthal, whose previous feature, Hotel for Dogs, was scored by John Debney. The film is based on the Jeff Kinney illustrated novel about a wise-cracking junior high school student, to be portrayed by 11-year »

- Mikael Carlsson

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Variety puts spotlight on John Debney

12 November 2009 12:36 AM, PST | MovieScore Magazine | See recent MovieScore Magazine news »

In an unusual composer spotlight, industry magazine Variety focuses four articles on composer John Debney this month. Jon Burlingame and Iain Blair has written the pieces, and in one of them Debney talks about the expanded version of his “Passion Oratorio,” based on his Passion of the Christ film score. The work is scheduled to be performed in St. Peter’s Square in the Vatican in June next year, by a 500-voice »

- Mikael Carlsson

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The Top 10 Most Influential Scores of the Past Decade: #5

4 October 2009 7:00 AM, PDT | SCOREcastOnline.com | See recent SCOREcastOnline.com news »

#5 - The Pirates Of The Caribbean trilogy

(Klaus Badelt/Hans Zimmer)

Blaring brass, sawing strings, playful woodwinds, bombastic percussion, ghostly choirs... It's the latest release from EastWest! Uh... or a cue from the Jerry Bruckheimer/Disney franchise The Pirates Of The Caribbean.

Okay, look. We know this one is going to start a flame war... but before you comment on why this score is the end to all that's right and holy in our industry, just remember... You Voted For These!

The Pirates Of The Caribbean started out being something that Hans Zimmer never thought would amount to much (Tpotc: The Curse of the Black Pearl; 2003), and ended up being probably one of the definitive works of his career (Tpotc: At World's End; 2007). Originally handed off to protege Klaus Badelt to handle (with Zimmer "producing" as an overseer... Lead balloon, much?), Tpotc might be solely responsible for the deluge of »

- noreply@blogger.com (SCOREcast Admin)

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'High School Musical's Lucas Grabeel Honored at Temecula Valley Film Fest

8 September 2009 1:00 AM, PDT | buddytv.com | See recent BuddyTV news »

Despite being known as a Disney star from the phenomenal High School Musical franchise, there are other endeavors Lucas Grabeel has successfully accomplished.  Some of these are the reasons why he's being awarded at the 15th Annual Temecula Valley International Film & Music Festival this month.

According to the Music Industry News Network, the High School Musical star will be given the prestigious honor, along with several other recipients.  Included on the list are the iconic Earth Wind & Fire, film composer John Debney, and more.  Adam Gaynor of the band Matchbox 20 has been slated to host the event.

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Debney to receive Lifetime Achievement Award

1 September 2009 2:59 AM, PDT | MovieScore Magazine | See recent MovieScore Magazine news »

Composer John Debney will receive the 15th Annual Temecula Valley International Film and Music Festival’s Lifetime and Career Achievement Award during the event that takes place from September 9 through 13. More than 150 films will be screened during the festival, and more than 20 music artists will be showcased. The awards gala takes place at the Pechanga Resort & Casino and will be hosted by Adam Gaynor. John Debney »

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Aura Of Wickedness Prevails

5 August 2009 1:21 AM, PDT | NYPost.com | See recent New York Post news »

The Bible, Deuteronomy, tells us to be ware of "an en chanter, or a witch, or a charmer, or a consulter with familiar spirits or a wizard." The Book of Isaiah tells us to steer clear of "familiar spirits and wizards that peep and mutter."

So, about J.K. Rowling and her Hogwarts. Forget the books. Harry Potter's gaining on the title of highest-grossing film franchise ever, six films so far grossing something like $5 bil.

So, anybody actually believe this witchcraft stuff?

Yeah.

Composer John Debney swears he battled witchcraft while scoring "The Passion of »

- By CINDY ADAMS

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John Debney: Iron Man 2

2 August 2009 4:53 AM, PDT | MovieScore Magazine | See recent MovieScore Magazine news »

Although the news has been out there for a while, Upcoming Film Scores have awaited confirmation on John Debney's signing to score Iron Man 2 before publishing it here. Now we have it, as the film now is included in Debney's official resumé from the Gorfaine-Schwartz Agency. The first film was scored by Ramin Djawadi which resulted in a rock-influenced score, while Debney is best known for his rich orchestral style. Both films are helmed by Jon Favreau who has been working with Debney on his other features Elf and Zathura. Iron Man 2, starring Robert Downey Jr. and Scarlett Johansson, will premiere in May next year. »

- noreply@blogger.com (Mikael Carlsson)

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John Debney: Valentine's Day

16 July 2009 7:51 AM, PDT | MovieScore Magazine | See recent MovieScore Magazine news »

John Debney is set to score his fifth film for veteran director Garry Marshall, following two Princess Diaries films, Raising Helen and Georgia Rule. The new title is Valentine's Day, which is yet another romantic comedy in Debney's filmography. This one features an all-star cast including Julia Robert, Bradley Cooper, Anne Hathaway, Jessica Biel, Jennifer Garner, Jessica Alba, Ashton Kutcher and Emma Roberts. New Line Cinema produces for a Warner Bros. release on February 12 next year. »

- noreply@blogger.com (Mikael Carlsson)

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Composer Nathan Barr bites into another season of True Blood

16 May 2009 5:36 AM, PDT | Fangoria | See recent Fangoria news »

HBO’s award-winning drama series, True Blood, returns for a highly anticipated second season on June 14th, 2009.  According to cast members, this coming season will prove to be even more creatively explosive than the last.  Nathan Barr, composer of season one, is also back for another musical journey in season 2.

Official Press Release:

Executive Producer and show creator, Alan Ball, is extremely impressed with Barr’s score for the show. Ball recently expressed that “Nate’s score for True Blood continually impresses and surprise me, and one of the favorite parts of my job is driving out to his studio to hear his score cues, as I know I’m always in for a treat.  His music, with its distinct and completely acoustic flavor, perfectly captures the mix of suspense, terror, romance, and regional authenticity that the show calls for.  I know I can always count on him to take »

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Miley Cyrus' 'You'll Always Find Your Way Back Home' Music Video

15 April 2009 10:45 PM, PDT | Aceshowbiz | See recent Aceshowbiz news »

A music video supporting Miley Cyrus' "You'll Always Find Your Way Back Home", the soundtrack of "Hannah Montana: The Movie", has been found. It mainly deals with her live performance during an event called "Crowley Meadows". It also features several scenes from the musical comedy film, which opened in theaters across the U.S. on April 10.

In addition to "You'll Always Find Your Way Back Home" video, another version of "The Climb" music video is also brought forward. Unlike "Find Your Way Back Home" video which captures Miley as Hannah Montana, this one shows the songstress as Miley Stewart singing the ballad track with Lucas Till's Travis Brody spotted among the audience.

"Hannah Montana: The Movie" soundtrack album, which hit U.S. stores on March 24, carries eighteen tracks, including a song called "Crazier" by Taylor Swift. Composed by John Debney, the album debuted at the second spot on »

- AceShowbiz.com

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Video Premiere: Miley Cyrus' 'Butterfly Fly Away'

10 April 2009 8:42 PM, PDT | Aceshowbiz | See recent Aceshowbiz news »

A music video in support of Miley Cyrus' song entitled "Butterfly Fly Away" from the soundtrack album of "Hannah Montana: The Movie" has just arrived. The newly-premiered video mainly features Miley's performance.

In the video, Miley is captured sitting on a high chair and strumming her guitar while performing the ballad track solo. No scene from "Hannah Montana: The Movie", which was opened in U.S. theaters on April 10, is included in it though.

"Hannah Montana: The Movie" soundtrack album, which hit U.S. stores on March 24, carries eighteen tracks, including a song called "Crazier" by Taylor Swift. Composed by John Debney, the album debuted at the second spot on Billboard Hot 200, selling more than 130,000 copies in its first week on sale.

Miley Cyrus' "Butterfly Fly Away" music video:

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- AceShowbiz.com

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Christopher Lennertz: Cats & Dogs: The Revenge of Kitty Galore

4 March 2009 12:01 AM, PST | MovieScore Magazine | See recent MovieScore Magazine news »

Prolific composer Christopher Lennertz (Meet the Spartans, Disaster Movie, Alvin and the Chipmunks) has been hired to score Warner Bros.' Cats & Dogs: The Revenge of Kitty Galore, a sequel to the 2001 family comedy scored by John Debney. The new film is due out Thanksgiving weekend this year, starring Chris O'Donnell and Jack McBrayer. Canadian filmmaker Brad Peyton is directing. Lennertz other upcoming films include drama The Open Road and he recently scored drama comedy Adam starring Hugh Dancy and Rose Byrne. »

- noreply@blogger.com (Mikael Carlsson)

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John Debney: A Thousand Words

3 February 2009 1:54 AM, PST | MovieScore Magazine | See recent MovieScore Magazine news »

John Debney will compose the score for another Eddie Murphy comedy, following last year's Meet Dave. This one is called A Thousand Words, and stars Murphy as a man who learns that he only has 1,000 words left to speak before he will die. Who said Hollywood is running out of ideas? Meet Dave helmer Brian Robbins is directing from a script by Steve Koren, who wrote another film scored by John Debney, Bruce Almighty. Eddie Murphy is joined by Kerry Washington, Allison Janney and Cliff Curtis in the cast. Dreamworks produces for release in October. John Debney is also doing the music for Disney's Hannah Montana and Old Dogs, sci-fi comedy They Came from Upstairs. »

- noreply@blogger.com (Mikael Carlsson)

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Louis Febre: Alien Trespass

29 January 2009 1:41 AM, PST | MovieScore Magazine | See recent MovieScore Magazine news »

Alien Trespass, a retro-ish science fiction comedy starring Robert Patrick, Eric McCormack and Sarah Smyth, has gotten an original score by Louis Febre. His previous credits include Swimfan, Control and Devil's Pond, and he won an Emmy together with John Debney for The Cape in 1996. Alien Trespass takes place in the 1950s and revolves around a crash-landing alien spaceship and the monster that escapes from it. R.W. Goodwin, who has produced and directed a number of X-Files episodes, helms the film which had its festival premiere recently at the Palm Springs Festival. Febre's score is, just like the film itself, flirting with 1950s sci-fi B-movies and thus features the early electronic instrument, the Theremin. »

- noreply@blogger.com (Mikael Carlsson)

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John Debney: Hannah Montana - The Movie

13 January 2009 1:18 PM, PST | MovieScore Magazine | See recent MovieScore Magazine news »

John Debney is the new composer attached to Disney's theatrical version of Hannah Montana, based on the popular TV series. Alan Silvestri, who was originally signed to score the picture, had to pass on the picture, due to conflicting schedules. Hannah Montana: The Movie is directed by Peter Chelsom (Shall We Dance, Serendipity) and stars Miley Cyrus, Emily Osment and Jason Earles. The film is scheduled to hit cinemas on April 10. John Debney's other upcoming films include Old Dogs (also for Disney) and the Fox sci-fi adventure They Came from Upstairs. »

- noreply@blogger.com (Mikael Carlsson)

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Top-10 Most Anticipated Scores of 2009

3 January 2009 4:45 AM, PST | MovieScore Magazine | See recent MovieScore Magazine news »

Upcoming Film Scores lists the ten most exciting, promising and anticipated film scores of 2009, according to its editor Mikael Carlsson who can't wait to hear what will come out musically of these projects:

1. Avatar (James Horner)

Director James Cameron and composer James Horner are of course best known for the multi-zillion-whatever-megahit Titanic, but they also gave us Aliens in 1986 which stands out as one of the most exciting nailbiter scores in sci-fi history. On that film, Cameron gave Horner a pretty hard time as judging from the composer interview on the special edition DVD, and basically what you hear in the film is the result of a composer writing under enormous pressure. On Avatar, the situation is the complete opposite. A luxury in film scoring today, the total time given to the scoring process on this film will probably exceed one year! Horner is currently working exclusively on this film, »

- noreply@blogger.com (Mikael Carlsson)

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