Name: Anthology II (Movie Themes 1976-1988)
Brand: John Carpenter, Cody Carpenter, Daniel Davies

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SBR324LP-C4-RT

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Green

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Green Galaxy

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Limited edition

Release date

2023-10-13

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Secre­tly

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Sales:8.875

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843563162538

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Green LP | Rough Trade Exclusive

SBR324lp-C3

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2023-10-06

843563162521

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SBR324cd

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843563162569

Artist

John Carpenter

Cody Carpenter

Daniel Davies 

Genre US

Soundtracks

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Sacred Bones Records

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John Carpenter is an American film director, screenwriter, producer, editor and composer. Born on January 16, 1948 in Carthage, New York, he is known for directing movies such as "Assault On Precinct 13", "The Fog", "Escape From New York", "The Thing", and "Halloween". Carpenter himself composed most of the soundtracks for his films, often collaborating with Alan Howarth. His father Howard Carpenter and son Cody Carpenter are also talented composer/musicians. He was previously married to actress Adrienne Barbeau from 1979 to 1984.

In addition to his work in film, John Carpenter's music has had a significant impact. In the eighties, dancey versions of his music were released on LPs and a series of 12" records. These recordings were created by [a243061], although their involvement was not always mentioned on the album sleeves.

With a diverse range of talents spanning multiple artistic disciplines, John Carpenter continues to be a prominent figure in the entertainment industry. His unique blend of directing and composing has left an indelible mark on cinema and music alike.

Celebrate the most blood-curdling sounds in music and cinema this Halloween with our selection of some of the most horrific sounds on wax.

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By now everyone should know, John Carpenteris not only a celebrated filmmaker but also a musical maestro whose soundtracks have become synonymous with the genres of horror, suspense, and science fiction. His innatetalent for composition and his deep understanding of how music can elevatestorytelling have left an indelible mark on the world of cinema, and a haunting presence in people’s record collections.&nbsp;

Anthology II continues the celebration of his compositional genius via an ex-cellently sequenced collection of some of his most iconic pieces of music fromhis extensive filmography, all newly recorded with his musical collaborators Daniel Davies and Cody Carpenter.&nbsp;

The compilation opens with “Chariots of Pumpkins” from Halloween III that&nbsp; perfectly captures the eerie essence of the cult classic film with its pulsating&nbsp; synths and haunting melodies. The listener is engulfed by a sense of uneaseand anticipation, before being thrust into “69th St. Bridge” from Escape From New York, a dynamic track that encapsulates the futuristic and gritty nature of the film via the use of throbbing bass lines, driving rhythms, and electronic textures. The record has also an isolating tone as it skulks through ambientleaning tracks such as “Fuchs” and “To Mac’s Shack” from The Thing, and “Walk to the Lighthouse” from The Fog, all of which display a slower tempo, foreboding undertones and an ethereal atmosphere that feels like a distant whisper. All of which has been cautiously laid in preparation to the grand finale. The iconic and instantly recognizable ”Laurie’s Theme” from the original Halloween. Its simple yet menacing piano melody which has become synonymous with the horror genre, concludes the album by striking fear into the hearts of listeners.&nbsp;

These tracks represent just a fraction of John Carpenter’s impressive musical repertoire. With each haunting note and pulsating beat, his soundtracks continue to resonate with audiences, forever etching his name in the annals of film music history.&nbsp;

Anthology II (Movie Themes 1976-1988)

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Discover Anthology II (Movie Themes 1976-1988) by Cody Carpenter. A haunting collection of John Carpenter's iconic film music, newly recorded with Daniel Davies and Cody Carpenter. Vinyl records available from Sacred Bones Records.