soundtracks
How FIFA Games Changed Our Tastes in Music
An analysis of the soundtracks in the world’s most beloved soccer video game, from Blur to drum ’n’ bass.
How the Music Supervisor for ‘The O.C.’ and ‘Gossip Girl’ Changed the Game for Indie Rock
Grammy-nominated Alexandra Patsavas and her soundtracks for 'The O.C.,' 'Gossip Girl,' 'Grey's Anatomy,' and more helped launch artists' careers and shaped the music taste of a generation.
Queerness and Socialist Revolution: Why 'High School Musical 2' Is Actually Kind of OK
Themes of queerness and socialist revolution allowed a made-for-TV musical aimed at children managed to transcend its core audience to be the best in its franchise.
The Soundtracks That Build a World
Listening to 'Dishonored' and hearing how its music helps form the foundation for its themes.
I Discover All the Best Music in My Life Through Video Games, and I’m Not Alone
Without Tony Hawk's Pro Skater, Grand Theft Auto, and Dave Mirra, my music library would probably be a near empty vessel.
The 'Sonic Adventure 2' Soundtrack Was Era-Defining and Awesome
Between its awkward hip-hop and national-anthem worthy pop-punk, it introduced a generation of kids to new genres. And "Escape from the City" still rips.
Classic Video Games 'Contra' and 'Castlevania' Get a Design Facelift
The iconic 80s games get brand new poster art and soundtrack LPs.
The 'Cruel Intentions' Soundtrack Captured the Dark Heart of Adolescence
How a cobbled together selection of radio hits for a 90s film about borderline incestuous sociopaths still has the power to make us feel sentimental.
Tina Guo Is a Metal Cello Wonder Woman
The Shanghai native has worked with Hans Zimmer on film soundtracks, scored video games, and survived "dragon fireball parenting" to excel on the strings.
Hans Zimmer Can Write an Entire Film Score From a Single Photograph
We talked to the legendary composer about his recent Coachella debut, 'The Lion King,' and avoiding Hollywood typecasting.
Waypoint Rescores: 'Life Is Strange'
Dontnod’s 2015 game featured some great music—but how does changing those songs affect its most memorable scenes?
:::Extremely Seinfeld Voice::: What's the Deal with Composers at Music Festivals?
From Hans Zimmer at Coachella to John Carpenter at Primavera Sound, mainstream music festivals are turning composers into rock stars. We spoke with Carpenter and others about the strange new booking trend, and why it's more than just a novelty grab.