crocodile

There is a widespread belief among the public that film and television media are monolithic entities, and their individual elements cannot be appreciated independently. I've come across some harsh criticism online. It's perplexing to see someone comment that they "would rather have blood in their stool." While the show's critique can be somewhat justified, the disdain for the music puzzles me. It's likely as lavish and well-crafted as any music produced today. Preferring Howard Shore's style is completely acceptable, but to dismiss this work as subpar is unfair. I enjoy both regularly and see no need to pit them against each other.
 
Karol

I think these things tend to happen. I bet there will be a huge push towards the end and they will find some wealthier donors.
 
By the way, all the samples sound amazing.
 
Karol

There is a widespread belief among the public that film and television media are monolithic entities, and their individual elements cannot be appreciated independently. I've come across some harsh criticism online. It's perplexing to see someone comment that they "would rather have blood in their stool." While the show's critique can be somewhat justified, the disdain for the music puzzles me. It's likely as lavish and well-crafted as any music produced today. Preferring Howard Shore's style is completely acceptable, but to dismiss this work as subpar is unfair. I enjoy both regularly and see no need to pit them against each other.
 
Karol

There is a widespread belief among the public that film and television media are monolithic entities, and their individual elements cannot be appreciated independently. I've come across some harsh criticism online. It's perplexing to see someone comment that they "would rather have blood in their stool." While the show's critique can be somewhat justified, the disdain for the music puzzles me. It's likely as lavish and well-crafted as any music produced today. Preferring Howard Shore's style is completely acceptable, but to dismiss this work as subpar is unfair. I enjoy both regularly and see no need to pit them against each other.
 
Karol

There is a widespread belief among the public that film and television media are monolithic entities, and their individual elements cannot be appreciated independently. I've come across some harsh criticism online. It's perplexing to see someone comment that they "would rather have blood in their stool." While the show's critique can be somewhat justified, the disdain for the music puzzles me. It's likely as lavish and well-crafted as any music produced today. Preferring Howard Shore's style is completely acceptable, but to dismiss this work as subpar is unfair. I enjoy both regularly and see no need to pit them against each other.
 
Karol

I am ever so sorry. Hopefully, you will forgive me one day. 😂
 
Karol

Their original email said it would be on sale on their site and on Amazon but it never appeared on Amazon. Someone asked about it in the comments and Mondo replied saying it hadn’t launched yet. So I bet Mondo got to sell 500 and Amazon gets 500. 
 

For those that missed the Mondo pre-order, the Amazon link is now live.  Hurry!
 
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CYLVSSQ5

https://www.facebook.com/share/xzPXyC4MpBjqgWfS/
After a long wait, the expanded edition arrives next Tuesday. In the meantime, there's this: 
 

Ordered from Mondo:
 

 
Karol

To be honest, they could have just included a 9th disc with suites from that album. But I suppose it is the same situation as when LLL or Intrada include the original album as a bonus. Either way, the price is good enough so it doesn't matter. The 2 disc set is a good assembly.
 
And it turns out this announcement is not as random. Today is the Tolkien Reading Day, apparently.
 
Karol

And it is now sold out. Assuming it went live the moment newsletter came out, it means this lasted just under 7 hours.
 

 
Karol

Never paid anything extra when ordering from Mondo to the UK. Your cheaper option will be just fine, don't worry.
 
Karol

The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power - Season One - 10CD Box Set
 
Looks like a really well done set, and $150 isn't too bad at all.
 
https://mondoshop.com/products/lotr-rop-10cd-box-set
 
Mondo, in partnership with Amazon Studios and Sparks and Shadows, is proud to present the Complete Soundtrack Collection from the Amazon Original Series THE LORD OF THE RINGS: THE RINGS OF POWER - Season One. An expanded version of our previous 2xCD soundtrack, this 10xCD box set is presented as a numbered edition of 1000, comes housed in a 
gold-embossed, leatherette-bound slipcase and includes the 136-page booklet “A Composer’s Journey” by Bear McCreary. (Packaging Design by Jordan Christianson.) And as a special thank you from Bear and his team, 200 copies from this numbered run are offered with an exclusive Bear McCreary autograph card inside... only at MondoShop.com. Official Release Date: April 26, 2024.

I akready bought the high-res versions of all the albums, the 2-CD set and vinyl...and still got this. 😂
 
Karol

All big long busy scores... this'll be a tiring week!

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/KEFcHzMraNq5LuFG/
 

My got delivered literally just now. But...I am in another country so won't be able to listen until the beginning of April.
 
Karol

I think these things tend to happen. I bet there will be a huge push towards the end and they will find some wealthier donors.
 
By the way, all the samples sound amazing.
 
Karol

I quite like the titles and pieces they picked. Colour me intrigued. 
 
Karol

Be careful what you wish for.
 
 
 
Karol
 
 

Be careful what you wish for.
 
 
 
Karol
 
 

Be careful what you wish for.
 
 
 
Karol