MEDIA RELEASE ROUNDUP
FROM COSTA COMMUNICATIONS
OSCAR NOMINATED SCORE TO THE PASSION OF THE CHRIST BECOMES
THE PASSION OF THE CHRIST SYMPHONY
ONE PERFORMANCE ONLY
MAY 6 IN NORTH LITTLE ROCK, AR
Conducted by Academy Award nominee John Debney
Film composer John Debney brings his Passion of the Christ Symphony based on his Oscar-nominated score for the film to North Little Rock's Alltell Arena on Sat., May 6, 7 p.m. Debney will conduct over 200 musicians performing his inspiring work, which made its worldwide premiere last July at Rome's Saint Cecilia Arena and ended with a 15-minute standing ovation. Tickets are available now at $41.75, $51.75, or for premium seats at $76.75. With purchase of a premium seat, audience members will be invited to a "Meet & Greet" with John Debney and vocal soloists and will also receive a copy of The Passion of the Christ Symphony. Group tickets are available for $25 on orders of 15 tickets or more and also receive a pair of complimentary tickets. Tickets are available by phone or online by calling 501-975-7575 or logging onto www.ticketmaster.com.
Under Debney's direction, the performance will feature a full orchestra, ethnic and ancient instruments such as duduk, bamboo flute, and Japanese taiko drums. A visual arts presentation will accompany the show featuring images of artwork and photography highlighting key moments in the music. According to Debney, "The Passion of the Christ Symphony is something I have wanted to do ever since I composed the musical score to Mel Gibson's film."
Referring to the music, director/producer Mel Gibson commented, "This score, with its mix of ethnic authenticity and symphonic sweetness, propels the images to a higher, almost lyrical plane. It had to be an extraordinary piece of work, something that helped the images. It had to tell a lot. John made my film 10 times better."
The RIAA Gold Certified "The Passion of the Christ" original soundtrack recording on Sony Music/Integrity topped Billboard's Soundtrack Chart its first full week of sales and remained number one for weeks. The film has grossed over half a billion dollars at the box office worldwide.
John Debney is one of the most successful composers in Hollywood. Last year, he became the youngest recipient of ASCAP's Henry Mancini lifetime achievement award. Debney's diverse list of film credits includes Sin City, Elf, Chicken Little, The Scorpion King, Bruce Almighty and Spy Kids. Debney utilizes his classical training along with a strong knowledge of contemporary sounds in order to adapt to his assignments.
MEDIA RELEASE FFROM TOPDOLLAR PR
SUMTHING ELSE MUSIC WORKS ANNOUNCES RELEASE OF THE
ORIGINAL SOUNDTRACK CD FOR THE PSP VIDEOGAME MEDIEVIL RESURRECTION
Original music composed by Bob and Barn, with performances by the City of Prague Philharmonic Orchestra and Choir
Sumthing Else Music Works, Inc., through a licensing relationship with Sony Computer Entertainment Europe Ltd (SCEE), is pleased to announce their first release of 2006: MediEvilT Resurrection Original Soundtrack. The soundtrack album from the third title in the multi-million selling MediEvil series, developed by SCEE's Cambridge Studio, is now available at European and US retail outlets through Nile Rodgers' Sumthing Else Music Works label www.sumthing.com, the industry leader for licensing and distributing videogame soundtracks.
The MediEvil Resurrection Original Soundtrack encompasses an eclectic mix of styles that reflects both the gothic horror and the irreverent humour of the MediEvil series. Featuring original compositions as well as new arrangements of the previous MediEvil game scores written by Bob and Barn (MediEvilT, PrimalT), the re-mastered score was orchestrated by Nic Raine (PrimalT, Kameo: Elements of PowerT) and recorded by the Prague Philharmonic Orchestra and Choir in the Czech Republic. For music samples please visit www.bobandbarn.com.
Piers Jackson, producer of MediEvil Resurrection, said, "I've often heard Bob and Barn state that of all the games they have worked on MediEvil is their most requested soundtrack, so for all of you who have been waiting for it, and for all of you to whom this is the first outing, I hope you gain as much enjoyment from it as I have."
MediEvil Resurrection is a hilarious action adventure game designed exclusively for PSP that sees the return of the 'fearless' knight, Sir Daniel Fortesque. In his latest misadventure, Dan 'bravely' attempts to rescue the land of Gallowmere from the evil Zarok and in death, becomes the hero he never was in life. Inspired by the myths, characters, and environments of the PS One games, the beloved MediEvil franchise comes to the PSP with new characters, environments, mini-games, and more!
MEDIA RELEASE FROM TOPDOLLAR PR
TOM SALTA COMPOSES EPIC ORCHESTRAL MUSIC FOR
TOM CLANCY'S GHOST RECON: ADVANCED WARFIGHTER
Composer/Producer records Northwest Sinfonia Orchestra for Blockbuster Military Action Shooter
New York - February 9th, 2006 - Following his work on Cold FearT and Ghost Recon 2T (main theme co-writer), Tom Salta has composed and produced the anthemic live orchestral soundtrack for Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon: Advanced WarfighterT, the next instalment in the smash-hit squad-based action franchise. Scheduled to ship for March 2006, Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon: Advanced Warfighter focuses on the deployment of the Soldier of the Future - the "warfighter," into the chaos of urban warfare.
Salta has written all of the original music for the game, including the Ghost Recon: Advanced Warfighter main theme, which enhances the drama and emotion of the epic storyline and intense tactical gameplay action. The score was recorded with the Northwest Sinfonia Orchestra at the prestigious Bastyr Chapel in Seattle. Combining his expertise in programming and mixing hit records with the highest production values; Salta also blended contemporary electronic sounds into the score to capture the modern, hi-tech feel of the game. Visit the Ghost Recon: Advanced Warfighter official website via www.ghostrecon.com to hear a preview of Tom Salta's Ghost Recon: Advanced Warfighter main theme music.
Manu Bachet, Artistic Director at Ubisoft, said, "Tom Salta has created an explosive 5.1 score that mixes hi-tech elements, wild rhythms, and a live symphony orchestra. Not only was he able to find the perfect alchemy, but his music supports the action perfectly, and, most of all, it brings real emotion to the gameplay experience."
In addition to these recent videogame composing and recording ventures, Salta's hard-driving electronica and orchestral grooves grace many television shows, commercials and film promos. Recording under the artist name 'Atlas Plug' (www.atlasplug.com), he is currently working on the follow-up to his highly acclaimed debut solo album 2 Days or Die. For more information please visit www.tomsalta.com.
In Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon Advanced Warfighter, players will embody Captain Scott Mitchell as he commands the Ghosts and Special Forces allies equipped with the IWS in the quest to save the president of the United States, recover stolen nuclear codes and eliminate a vicious band of renegade soldiers hell-bent on unleashing catastrophe. The game unfolds entirely in Mexico City, where numerous, meticulously researched and detailed environments will deliver complete immersion into the future of urban warfare. Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon Advanced Warfighter will also include multiplayer and cooperative gameplay with exciting new elements, continuing the Ghost Recon tradition of setting the bar for multiplayer action.
FROM COSTA COMMUNICATIONS
OSCAR NOMINATED SCORE TO THE PASSION OF THE CHRIST BECOMES
THE PASSION OF THE CHRIST SYMPHONY
ONE PERFORMANCE ONLY
MAY 6 IN NORTH LITTLE ROCK, AR
Conducted by Academy Award nominee John Debney
Film composer John Debney brings his Passion of the Christ Symphony based on his Oscar-nominated score for the film to North Little Rock's Alltell Arena on Sat., May 6, 7 p.m. Debney will conduct over 200 musicians performing his inspiring work, which made its worldwide premiere last July at Rome's Saint Cecilia Arena and ended with a 15-minute standing ovation. Tickets are available now at $41.75, $51.75, or for premium seats at $76.75. With purchase of a premium seat, audience members will be invited to a "Meet & Greet" with John Debney and vocal soloists and will also receive a copy of The Passion of the Christ Symphony. Group tickets are available for $25 on orders of 15 tickets or more and also receive a pair of complimentary tickets. Tickets are available by phone or online by calling 501-975-7575 or logging onto www.ticketmaster.com.
Under Debney's direction, the performance will feature a full orchestra, ethnic and ancient instruments such as duduk, bamboo flute, and Japanese taiko drums. A visual arts presentation will accompany the show featuring images of artwork and photography highlighting key moments in the music. According to Debney, "The Passion of the Christ Symphony is something I have wanted to do ever since I composed the musical score to Mel Gibson's film."
Referring to the music, director/producer Mel Gibson commented, "This score, with its mix of ethnic authenticity and symphonic sweetness, propels the images to a higher, almost lyrical plane. It had to be an extraordinary piece of work, something that helped the images. It had to tell a lot. John made my film 10 times better."
The RIAA Gold Certified "The Passion of the Christ" original soundtrack recording on Sony Music/Integrity topped Billboard's Soundtrack Chart its first full week of sales and remained number one for weeks. The film has grossed over half a billion dollars at the box office worldwide.
John Debney is one of the most successful composers in Hollywood. Last year, he became the youngest recipient of ASCAP's Henry Mancini lifetime achievement award. Debney's diverse list of film credits includes Sin City, Elf, Chicken Little, The Scorpion King, Bruce Almighty and Spy Kids. Debney utilizes his classical training along with a strong knowledge of contemporary sounds in order to adapt to his assignments.
MEDIA RELEASE FFROM TOPDOLLAR PR
SUMTHING ELSE MUSIC WORKS ANNOUNCES RELEASE OF THE
ORIGINAL SOUNDTRACK CD FOR THE PSP VIDEOGAME MEDIEVIL RESURRECTION
Original music composed by Bob and Barn, with performances by the City of Prague Philharmonic Orchestra and Choir
Sumthing Else Music Works, Inc., through a licensing relationship with Sony Computer Entertainment Europe Ltd (SCEE), is pleased to announce their first release of 2006: MediEvilT Resurrection Original Soundtrack. The soundtrack album from the third title in the multi-million selling MediEvil series, developed by SCEE's Cambridge Studio, is now available at European and US retail outlets through Nile Rodgers' Sumthing Else Music Works label www.sumthing.com, the industry leader for licensing and distributing videogame soundtracks.
The MediEvil Resurrection Original Soundtrack encompasses an eclectic mix of styles that reflects both the gothic horror and the irreverent humour of the MediEvil series. Featuring original compositions as well as new arrangements of the previous MediEvil game scores written by Bob and Barn (MediEvilT, PrimalT), the re-mastered score was orchestrated by Nic Raine (PrimalT, Kameo: Elements of PowerT) and recorded by the Prague Philharmonic Orchestra and Choir in the Czech Republic. For music samples please visit www.bobandbarn.com.
Piers Jackson, producer of MediEvil Resurrection, said, "I've often heard Bob and Barn state that of all the games they have worked on MediEvil is their most requested soundtrack, so for all of you who have been waiting for it, and for all of you to whom this is the first outing, I hope you gain as much enjoyment from it as I have."
MediEvil Resurrection is a hilarious action adventure game designed exclusively for PSP that sees the return of the 'fearless' knight, Sir Daniel Fortesque. In his latest misadventure, Dan 'bravely' attempts to rescue the land of Gallowmere from the evil Zarok and in death, becomes the hero he never was in life. Inspired by the myths, characters, and environments of the PS One games, the beloved MediEvil franchise comes to the PSP with new characters, environments, mini-games, and more!
MEDIA RELEASE FROM TOPDOLLAR PR
TOM SALTA COMPOSES EPIC ORCHESTRAL MUSIC FOR
TOM CLANCY'S GHOST RECON: ADVANCED WARFIGHTER
Composer/Producer records Northwest Sinfonia Orchestra for Blockbuster Military Action Shooter
New York - February 9th, 2006 - Following his work on Cold FearT and Ghost Recon 2T (main theme co-writer), Tom Salta has composed and produced the anthemic live orchestral soundtrack for Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon: Advanced WarfighterT, the next instalment in the smash-hit squad-based action franchise. Scheduled to ship for March 2006, Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon: Advanced Warfighter focuses on the deployment of the Soldier of the Future - the "warfighter," into the chaos of urban warfare.
Salta has written all of the original music for the game, including the Ghost Recon: Advanced Warfighter main theme, which enhances the drama and emotion of the epic storyline and intense tactical gameplay action. The score was recorded with the Northwest Sinfonia Orchestra at the prestigious Bastyr Chapel in Seattle. Combining his expertise in programming and mixing hit records with the highest production values; Salta also blended contemporary electronic sounds into the score to capture the modern, hi-tech feel of the game. Visit the Ghost Recon: Advanced Warfighter official website via www.ghostrecon.com to hear a preview of Tom Salta's Ghost Recon: Advanced Warfighter main theme music.
Manu Bachet, Artistic Director at Ubisoft, said, "Tom Salta has created an explosive 5.1 score that mixes hi-tech elements, wild rhythms, and a live symphony orchestra. Not only was he able to find the perfect alchemy, but his music supports the action perfectly, and, most of all, it brings real emotion to the gameplay experience."
In addition to these recent videogame composing and recording ventures, Salta's hard-driving electronica and orchestral grooves grace many television shows, commercials and film promos. Recording under the artist name 'Atlas Plug' (www.atlasplug.com), he is currently working on the follow-up to his highly acclaimed debut solo album 2 Days or Die. For more information please visit www.tomsalta.com.
In Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon Advanced Warfighter, players will embody Captain Scott Mitchell as he commands the Ghosts and Special Forces allies equipped with the IWS in the quest to save the president of the United States, recover stolen nuclear codes and eliminate a vicious band of renegade soldiers hell-bent on unleashing catastrophe. The game unfolds entirely in Mexico City, where numerous, meticulously researched and detailed environments will deliver complete immersion into the future of urban warfare. Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon Advanced Warfighter will also include multiplayer and cooperative gameplay with exciting new elements, continuing the Ghost Recon tradition of setting the bar for multiplayer action.
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