Mark Kermode – My all-time favourite soundtracks from the ’90s
Summary
Mark Kermode discusses his new book on film music, recalling his early days as a soundtrack collector in London and his tenure at Radio 1. He explores how the 90s saw film scores transition from niche vinyl obsessions to mainstream streaming hits, noting the cultural shift that democratized access to these albums. Kermode analyzes specific 90s soundtracks, including the *Eyes Wide Shut* score, Howard Shore’s *Crash*, and Angelo Badalamenti’s *Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with Me*, while reflecting on the complex relationship between directors and composers. The conversation also touches on the imp…
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Introduction of Mark Kermode and his background
Memories of 58 Street record shop and soundtrack culture
Mainstreaming of niche interests and digital access to music
Radio One's 'Klinging Film' show and early soundtrack discoveries
The role of music in film and jukebox soundtracks
Local Hero soundtrack and Bill Forsyth's view on music
Scoring against the cut: Punch Drunk Love and The Full Monty
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Eyes Wide Shut: Lisa Gerrard's score and Kubrick's process
Trainspotting and Crash: Howard Shore's alienation score
Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with Me and Angelo Badalamenti
David Lynch and Badalamenti's creative collaboration
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Tarantino, Industry, and the misuse of nostalgic music
The influence of 80s/90s film scores on modern pop
Clint Mansell and the legacy of Arrival and Pan's Labyrinth
Oscar snubs, Randy Newman, and the recycling of pop hits
Patreon promo, Gang of 4 tribute, and Ken Loach's film
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