Jay 37,364 Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 Gremlins (1984)Music by Jerry GoldsmithPrice: $24.95Limited #: N/AView CD Page at SAE StoreLine: RetrogradeCD Release: November 2011Catalog #: FSM80130-2# of Discs: 2Chris Columbus was a fledgling writer when Steven Spielberg optioned his screenplay about little creatures terrorizing small-town America. By the time Amblin Productions filmed Gremlins in 1984, Spielberg and director Joe Dante had transformed the straightforward horror film into something far more comic, while retaining some memorable Grand Guignol moments. A combination of cuddliness, edgy comedy and shocking violence turned the film into a sensation, rendering it one of the biggest hits of the year.A key element in the film’s success was the imaginative meld of traditional orchestral writing and cutting-edge electronics provided by frequent Joe Dante collaborator Jerry Goldsmith. The music for Gremlins is a fan favorite that has long been recognized as one of Goldsmith’s most original works. Most of it has never been available in a legitimate release—until now.At the center of the score is a ragtime theme played on synthesizer—a raucous celebration of mayhem that harkens back to the early days of animation yet gives the music a funky, contemporary twist.This is balanced by a heart-warming lyrical theme for the endearing mogwai character, Gizmo (which doubles as a love theme for the young couple portrayed by Zach Galligan and Phoebe Cates). An off-kilter waltz theme for Polly Holliday’s modern-day equivalent of the Wicked Witch of the West may be Goldsmith’s most outrageous comic confection. Solo fiddle invokes the devil (as in Herrmann’s The Devil and Daniel Webster), eerie bells (both acoustic and electronic) invoke the mystery of the mogwai, and pulse-pounding action music aptly supports the wild physical antics of the destructive creatures.Disc one of this 2CD set features the premiere release of the complete score for Gremlins, mastered from the original PCM live stereo mixes by Bruce Botnick, supervising engineer of the original recording sessions. Disc two features a recreation of the 1984 soundtrack album, billed as a “Specially Priced 7-Cut Mini Album” with three pop songs on side one and a 16:12 suite from Goldsmith’s score on side two.FSM’s 28-page booklet includes a reminiscence from audio engineer Botnick as well as a detailed essay on film and score by Jeff Bond and Mike Matessino (incorporating comments from an interview with director Dante).Fans of Goldsmith and Gremlins are urged to purchase these CDs immediately, but be warned: Do not get the discs wet and absolutely never play them after midnight!Gremlins (1984)Music Composed and Conducted by Jerry GoldsmithDISC ONEThe Film Score1. Fanfare in C (Max Steiner)/The Shop/The Little One 4:302. Late for Work 1:463. Mrs. Deagle/That Dog 2:224. The Gift 1:455. First Aid 2:176. Spilt Water 3:027. A New One 1:108. The Lab/Old Times 2:359. The Injection 2:5610. Snack Time/The Wrong Time 1:4911. The Box 1:2412. First Aid 1:3913. Disconnected/Hurry Home 1:0314. Kitchen Fight 4:0615. Dirty Linen 0:4316. The Pool 1:0717. The Plow/Special Delivery 1:1618. High Flyer 2:2219. Too Many Gremlins 2:0620. No Santa Claus 3:2721. After Theatre 1:3922. Theatre Escape/Stripe Is Loose/Toy Dept./No Gizmo 4:3623. The Fountain/Stripe's Death 5:4224. Goodbye, Billy 2:5625. End Title/The Gremlin Rag 4:10Total Time: 62:26Bonus Tracks26. Blues 2:1727. Mrs. Deagle (film version) 1:2728. God Rest You Merry, Gentlemen (traditional, arr. Alexander Courage) 1:1229. After Theatre (With "Silent Night") 1:3630. After Theatre (Without "Silent Night") 1:3631 .Rabbit Rampage (Milt Franklyn) 0:4732. The Gremlin Rag (full version) 3:3533. Gizmo's New Song 0:3534. Gizmo's Trumpet 0:30 Total Time: 13:35Total Disc Time: 76:01DISC TWO1984 Soundtrack Album1. Michael Sembello—Gremlins...Mega Madness (Produced by Michael Sembello and Mark Hudson) 3:522. Quarterflash—Make It Shine (Produced by John Boylan) 4:113. Peter Gabriel—Out Out (Co-Produced by Nile Rodgers and Peter Gabriel) 7:02 Total Time: 15:04 Jerry Goldsmith4. The Gift 4:585. Gizmo 4:146. Mrs. Deagle 2:547. The Gremlin Rag 4:13Produced by Bruce Botnick and Jerry GoldsmithTotal Time: 16:12 Total Disc Time: 31:25Official site: http://filmscoremonthly.com/cds/detail.cfm/CDID/482Order links:http://www.screenarchives.com/title_detail.cfm/ID/16646http://store.intrada.com/s.nl/it.A/id.7376/.fhttp://www.moviemusic.com/soundtrack/M08187/gremlins/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 GREMLINS (2 CD) IS NO LONGER AVAILABLE.That was fast! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Mark 3,631 Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 when can we buy it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay 37,364 Posted November 3, 2011 Author Share Posted November 3, 2011 I'd assume sometime later today, or tomorrow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fommes 153 Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 GREMLINS (2 CD) IS NO LONGER AVAILABLE.That was fast!Perhaps it's being released by Intrada instead. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Mark 3,631 Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 2 c.d.? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay 37,364 Posted November 3, 2011 Author Share Posted November 3, 2011 That's what it says Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 The complete film score on CD1 and the OST on CD2? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Mark 3,631 Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 Probably. Except they didn't need to include the OST Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trent B 337 Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 Don't be surprised if they include the OST. They include the OST in a lot of their releases, you should know that by now.I'm tempted to pick this up but I'm waiting to see what the Black Friday titles from LLL will be and also gotta watch the funds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay 37,364 Posted November 3, 2011 Author Share Posted November 3, 2011 The point is that for Gremlins, the OST consists of 14 minutes of pop songs and 16 minutes of Goldsmith score Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trent B 337 Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 Hmmm okay well maybe there's a slew of alternate cues that we don't know about. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Mark 3,631 Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 yes, that was my point the Gremlins OST is as useless as the Innerspace OSTit must be a bunch of alternatesi have to buy this. This is one Goldsmith title I always said I'd buy.It's gonna sell out fast if it's a limited release Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay 37,364 Posted November 3, 2011 Author Share Posted November 3, 2011 Hopefully we will have a track list soon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TownerFan 4,983 Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 The point is that for Gremlins, the OST consists of 14 minutes of pop songs and 16 minutes of Goldsmith scoreMaybe they were contractually obliged to put the songs as well. LK said this was a tricky project because of all the parties involved (Geffen, Warner Bros., etc) and the various copyright-holding issues. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay 37,364 Posted November 3, 2011 Author Share Posted November 3, 2011 I bet that's it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OneBuckFilms 319 Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 I suspect this might be like Star Trek III, where the OST cues and the Film cues are different takes etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trent B 337 Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 I suspect this might be like Star Trek III, where the OST cues and the Film cues are different takes etc.Hence why I suggested there's probably a slew of alternate cues we don't know about. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
avalanche 0 Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 It's up: http://www.screenarc.../GREMLINS-2-CD/Unlimited release!The clips sound great, but I'm a bit conflicted with this release as the movie really, really creeped me out as a kid. Some of that was the music, pretty effective in the middle portion of the movie. Really, up until the bar scene, where it then became comedic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trent B 337 Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 Since it's unlimited I'll pick up a copy after the new year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scallenger 483 Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 FUCK YES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Sorry for the swearing. Another holy grail of mine fulfilled. Ordering now!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koray Savas 2,251 Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 I like how no one mentioned the other title they released, another John Williams score! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crocodile 8,016 Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 Yeah, remixed by Mike Matessino. So I guess that's it for this year then.Karol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay 37,364 Posted November 3, 2011 Author Share Posted November 3, 2011 I love the artwork overall, but man, they made a mistake pushing the final 2 tracks as well as the timing information of the first disc over to the third column. Should have adjusted other things to avoid that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scallenger 483 Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 I agree, Jason, it would have been a simple artwork adjustment on their part, but oh well.This release is just nothing short of spectacular though! It even has the songs lol. However, I notice it does not have any of the orchestra-only concert suite/theme that Jerry has done in the past. Anyone know which CD one can find that one? I wanna get it soon to have it go with this wonderful complete film release! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thor 7,504 Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 Expected, but excellent news nonetheless.I'm glad they also include the original album program (with the songs).I wonder how the score proper holds up as a listening experience with all those short, fragmented cues.I seriously have to consider this, as I've long since said I was going to buy an expansion of this when it came out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay 37,364 Posted November 3, 2011 Author Share Posted November 3, 2011 Just because they are short does not mean they are fragmented Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonesy 55 Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 It's unlimited Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thor 7,504 Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 Just because they are short does not mean they are fragmentedI assume it's the same order of cues as on the ol' boot, which I had for ages. It is indeed a bit fragmented there. Some of the tracks could have been combined into longer suites, IMO (while a few others could have been omitted altogether). But we have what we have. At least we finally have an expansion of the GREMLINS score, which was warranted! Yes, you heard that right, here was a case where I actually CONDONE an expansion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OneBuckFilms 319 Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 Ooooohhh, Shiny ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scallenger 483 Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 Btw, this was the suite I was talking about that is the only thing I wish was included. Fast forward to 4:30 to hear a fully orchestral version of the Gremlin Rag. I'm not complaining, honestly, I just wish it was thrown in there. What CD is this available on, too? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay 37,364 Posted November 3, 2011 Author Share Posted November 3, 2011 It's been ages since I've seen the film. Can someone elaborate on what the difference between these 3 tracks are?21. After Theatre 1:3929. After Theatre (With "Silent Night") 1:3630. After Theatre (Without "Silent Night") 1:36 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OneBuckFilms 319 Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 Just because they are short does not mean they are fragmentedI assume it's the same order of cues as on the ol' boot, which I had for ages. It is indeed a bit fragmented there. Some of the tracks could have been combined into longer suites, IMO (while a few others could have been omitted altogether). But we have what we have. At least we finally have an expansion of the GREMLINS score, which was warranted! Yes, you heard that right, here was a case where I actually CONDONE an expansion.Not to mention that it also includes the OST, so you can simply put in CD 2 for the more managed presentation. Best of both worlds here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
publicist 4,643 Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 Even in the clips, sound quality blows all prior releases out of the water. I heard instrumental details in THE GIFT i never heard before. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crocodile 8,016 Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 This looks like something I will buy. But not just yet.Karol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Vincent 234 Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 Btw, this was the suite I was talking about that is the only thing I wish was included. [EDIT]Fast forward to 4:30 to hear a fully orchestral version of the Gremlin Rag. I'm not complaining, honestly, I just wish it was thrown in there. What CD is this available on, too?It's available on the Goldsmith Conducts Goldsmith CD released by Silva Screen. A new recording of the suite by the Tenerife Film Orchestra conducted by Mark Snow is available on the Jerry Goldsmith 80th Birthday Tribute Concert DVD and CD released by Varèse Sarabande. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fommes 153 Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 Is FSM down? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Vincent 234 Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 I guess so. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scallenger 483 Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 Btw, this was the suite I was talking about that is the only thing I wish was included. [EDIT]Fast forward to 4:30 to hear a fully orchestral version of the Gremlin Rag. I'm not complaining, honestly, I just wish it was thrown in there. What CD is this available on, too?It's available on the Goldsmith Conducts Goldsmith CD released by Silva Screen. A new recording of the suite by the Tenerife Film Orchestra conducted by Mark Snow is available on the Jerry Goldsmith 80th Birthday Tribute Concert DVD and CD released by Varèse Sarabande.Ah, thank you! Will definitely get the Goldsmith Conducts Goldsmith CD sometime then, most likely a used copy since it is really just for that track. But it'll be nice to hear the other stuff on there too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Vincent 234 Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 You should buy the CD for all the music that's on it. It's a great album. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Mark 3,631 Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 orderedit is kind of a grail score to me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,265 Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 I thought you changed your mind after I send you the boot years ago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Mark 3,631 Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 I haven't listened to it in a while but there's some pretty nice musicTHE sound quality of the boot is pretty crappy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koray Savas 2,251 Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 A grail of mine as well, glad to finally see it out there. I'll wait until La-La Land's Black Friday titles before I order this one though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davros72 1 Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 Gremlins!!!!!!!!!!! Ordered! I've loved this score since I saw the film back in '84. Wonderful Goldsmith-ness. Will be nice to get rid of that horrible-sounding foot-warmer. Another grail to check off on the list!Bring on Gremlins 2 (expanded)! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Mark 3,631 Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 I don;t even want Gremlins2The last Goldsmith score still on my list would be a complete Star Trek The Motion Picture Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay 37,364 Posted November 3, 2011 Author Share Posted November 3, 2011 I want The Motion Picture, First Contact, and Air Force One. Just about everything else important has been expanded beautifully Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fommes 153 Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 Complete versions of Under Fire, which is not going to happen, and Air Force One. And a Chinatown reissue or so. Then they can quit with Goldsmith releases as far as I'm concerned Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay 37,364 Posted November 3, 2011 Author Share Posted November 3, 2011 How much music is missing from Under Fire? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fommes 153 Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 Not too much, but some interesting film versions if I remember correctly from watching the film once. It's just because it's his best one of all his scores - the OST is already great in its own right. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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