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Hello, everyone!
I’m excited to share some wonderful news with you! In celebration of the 80th anniversary of V-E Day (Victory in Europe), we are preparing to release four remarkable physical titles and one captivating digital title. Each of these releases pays tribute to the extraordinary narratives and themes of World War II, bringing to life the powerful emotions and stories represented in films and television projects from that era.
Our first two releases feature scores by the same renowned composer, spanning two distinct decades—one from the dynamic 1960s and the other from the evocative 1980s. While these scores have been released before, we have meticulously revisited the original recordings to enhance their quality. We’ve revamped the artwork to match the vibrancy of the music and completed a comprehensive remastering process, resulting in significantly improved sound clarity that I’m confident will impress and delight you.
For our third title, we present a score from the vibrant 1970s, originally released on a private CD. With this new edition, we have not only remastered the audio but also designed fresh artwork that captures the essence of the film. Prepare to be pleasantly surprised by our efforts to enhance this remarkable work—it’s truly a feast for the ears.
The fourth release will also take you back to the 1970s and features the unparalleled talent of an acclaimed composer. For this reissue, we have fully remastered the score to elevate its sonic brilliance. Additionally, we are thrilled to include a track that appeared on a rare version of the score. As a special bonus, we will present a stunning suite from an alternate score crafted for the European edition of the same film, composed by a different artist using the surviving music and effects track. This is a hidden gem you won’t want to miss!
Last but certainly not least, our digital offering features another World War II score from the 1970s, composed by a talented artist making their debut on Dragon's Domain. This score has undergone thorough remastering, providing a rich and immersive listening experience, accompanied by visually captivating artwork that beautifully complements the music. It will be available simultaneously with our four physical releases.
Mark your calendars for May 14 at 12 noon Pacific Time, right here in the Los Angeles area, when we unveil these incredible titles. I truly believe you will be pleasantly surprised and delighted by what we have in store for you!
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All the descriptions sound exciting and I look forward to the new titles.
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Yeah, I thought of Elmer Bernstein for the first 2-fer CD as well*.
Just a tad disappointed they ALL seem to be re-issues of previously released stuff, with better sound and the odd 'extra'.
The BSX/DD stuff is usually most exciting for the PREMIERE aspect of the titles.
* although I can only think of GENOCIDE for 80s WWII scores by him
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Yeah, I thought of Elmer Bernstein for the first 2-fer CD as well*.
Just a tad disappointed they ALL seem to be re-issues of previously released stuff, with better sound and the odd 'extra'.
The BSX/DD stuff is usually most exciting for the PREMIERE aspect of the titles.
In this particular case, the titles in question have been out of print for a long time and tend to sell for a significant amount of money in the secondary market. Given the anniversary we are honoring, it all made sense to us. We also took the opportunity to utilize advancements in mastering technology to enhance these recordings. I believe that when you hear the final result, you will be pleased.
Ford A. Thaxton
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For our third title, we present a score from the vibrant 1970s, originally released on a private CD. With this new edition, we have not only remastered the audio but also designed fresh artwork that captures the essence of the film. Prepare to be pleasantly surprised by our efforts to enhance this remarkable work—it’s truly a feast for the ears.
What about Michael J. Lewis' THE PASSAGE here?
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What about Michael J. Lewis' THE PASSAGE here?
That would be awesome, but The Medusa Touch seems more likely to appear on the menu at Dragon's Domain ("Where the Szechuan chicken will kill you... unless you kill it first!").
that wouldn't fit in with the whole WWII theme of the Month, but it's still a great score.
Ford A. Thaxton
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I would love to get Night of the Generals. I have the Murphy's War promo but I'd buy a new release.
I hope you guys are right.
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Quick list from y Rejected Film Scores website of films from the 1970's rescored in the U.S.A.:
CRY OF THE BANSHEE -- Wilfred Josephs. [Les Baxter.]
From the Rescores page (poorly updated):
http://rejectedfilmscores.125mb.com/rescores.html
BARON BLOOD -- Stelvio Cipriani. [Les Baxter.]
BROTHER SUN, SISTER MOON -- Riz Ortolani. Ortolani's score retained on Italian prints. English language version scored by Thorne, based on songs by Donovan. [Ken Thorne.]
SURVIVE! -- Raoul LaVista. Fried scored the English language release. [Gerald Fried, R.I.P..]
GUYANA: CULT OF THE DAMNED -- Alfred Diaz Ordaz, Haskell -- Same film: retitled (original on "Rejected" list). [Nelson Riddle, Bob Summers, George Smith Price (US only).]
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