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Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas soundtrack features 10 ghoulishly delightful songs and score by renowned composer/songwriter Danny Elfman, lead singer of the popular rock group Oingo Boingo. Embracing the traditional musical structure of 10 songs and underscore, Elfman creates a musical landscape in which the story narrative is wholly integrated into each musical number. Allowing the film's fantastic characters to come convincingly to life, the songs set into "stop-motion" the fanciful tale of Jack Skellington with haunting melodies, vivid imagery, and spectacular wordplay. Supported by an evocative and suspenseful underscore, the Nightmare Before Christmas soundtrack is a dazzling marriage of music and innovative technique. The film's production numbers include: "This Is Halloween," the song that introduces the storyline; "Jack's Lament," in which Jack expresses his frustration with his life; "What's This?," Jack's exuberant testimonial to Christmastown; "Town Meeting Song," which introduces the denizens of Halloweentown; "Jack's Obsession," in which Jack realizes his newfound desire for Christmas; "Kidnap the Sandy Claws," which unveils Lock, Shock, and Barrel's plan to abduct Santa Claus; "Making Christmas," Halloweentown's off-kilter impression of Christmas; "Sally's Song," a tender ballad of unrequited love; "Oogie Boogie's Song," the evil demon's gloriously ghoulish tribute to himself; "Poor Jack," a song of self-awakening, in which Jack discovers he truly belongs in Halloweentown; and the finale reprise performed by Jack, Sally, and the citizens of Halloweentown. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. Label: Walt Disney Records



Album Review: Dear Mr. Jones Sends Us A Dear John Album & We Still Swoon For Him With I THINK WE SHOULD SEE OTHER PEOPLE
by Bobby Patrick - October 02, 2023

I THINK WE SHOULD SEE OTHER PEOPLE is one of the albums out this year that we will be going back to again and again.

Streaming Review: Flora & Her Son Make War And Then Make Music In John Carney's FLORA AND SON On Apple TV+
by Bobby Patrick - September 30, 2023

The writing knits together the disparate lives of the characters to show the transformative power of music.

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by Bobby Patrick - September 30, 2023

The truth is that any recording of this score is worth listening to, and most people do tend to love the recording that was their first.

Music Review: Brandi Burkhardt Captures That Feeling Of Falling Hopelessly In Love With Her New Single DAYDREAM
by Bobby Patrick - September 29, 2023

Dance to it or make whoopie to it, for Brandi’s DAYDREAM is a truly nice place to visit.

The Drama Book Shop to Present A Conversation With Robert Viagas in October
by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 27, 2023

'Discover the insights and experiences of Robert Viagas, as he engages in a captivating conversation at the Drama Book Shop. Gain valuable knowledge about the world of theater and its impact on Broadway.'

Album Review: Jaime Lozano Sings & Plays With The Familia On SONGS BY AN IMMIGRANT Vol. 2
by Bobby Patrick - September 26, 2023

Jaime Lozano’s SONGS FROM AN IMMIGRANT Vol. 2, while leaning a bit to the long-ish side, bursts forth with energy and passion and is worth every minute.

Pontine Theatre to Host Chef & Author James Haller Next Month
by Blair Ingenthron - September 24, 2023

Join chef & author James Haller as he reads from his book and shares his culinary expertise at Pontine Theatre in Portsmouth, NH on October 7 and 8 @ 2pm.

Olivia Newton-John's 'Totally Hot' Celebrates 45th Anniversary With a Return to Vinyl and CD
by Michael Major - September 22, 2023

MCA/UMe is set to release both vinyl and CD editions of Dame Olivia Newton-John’s smash-hit, tenth studio album, 1978’s Totally Hot, a record that further reinforced her status as a surefire international superstar. In celebration of Newton-John’s first-ever platinum-certified album’s 45th anniversary, Totally Hot returns to vinyl.

Exclusive: SCROOGE: A CHRISTMAS CAROL Soundtrack to Be Released on Vinyl With Luke Evans, Jessie Buckley & More
by Michael Major - September 20, 2023

The album contains songs that are performed by the actors from the film including Luke Evans, Jessie Buckley, Fra Fee, Trevor Dion Nicholas and more.  Produced by Timeless Films in association with Axis Studios and directed by Stephen Donnelly, Charles Dickens’ ageless legend is reborn in this musical adaptation of the Christmas story.

Kevin Davis' ONE IN A MILLION MUSICAL To Be Published By Next Stage Press
by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 20, 2023

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by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 19, 2023

Ben Ward to release concept EP of new song cycle YOU AND I featuring HSMTMTS star Joe Serafini. Explore the paths of relationships through a contemporary pop-Broadway score.

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by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 19, 2023

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by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 19, 2023

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GUYS & DOLLS 2023 London Cast Recording to be Released This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 19, 2023

Broadway Records will release London’s Bridge Theatre cast recording of Guys & Dolls, available digitally on September 29, 2023.

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Join Bernie Ardia at The Drama Bookshop on October 10 at 7:30 pm as he recounts the hilarious and outlandish escapades of friends Patrick Dennis, Walter Healy, and Robert Karr in Mexico. Get your tickets now!

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Guillermo Marigliano Releases New Book TANGO GUITAR METHOD
by Blair Ingenthron - September 17, 2023

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Wolfe and Wolfe Release IMPLEMENTING SUCCESS: STRATEGIES FOR EFFECTIVE CAREGIVING AND CARE SUPPORT
by Blair Ingenthron - September 17, 2023

Implementing Success: Strategies for Effective Caregiving and Care Support is a groundbreaking textbook providing evidence-based strategies for caregivers. Discover key topics like caregiver needs assessment, self-care, and preventing burnout. Improve caregiving practices and support the well-being of caregivers.

New Translation of SOPHOCLES - THREE PLAYS Released
by Blair Ingenthron - September 17, 2023

Discover 'Sophocles - Three Plays', a collection of two tragic and one comedic play by Sophocles, translated and directed by Gary Beck. Immerse yourself in the world of classic theater with Antigone, Electra, and the hilarious 'Searching Satyrs'.

St. Ann & the Holy Trinity Church to Host Book Event with Author Joe Sexton And Actor/Narrator Dion Graham
by Blair Ingenthron - September 16, 2023

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by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 15, 2023

Concord Theatricals Recordings has released Songs By An Immigrant Vol. 2, the highly anticipated sophomore album by Jaime Lozano & The Familia, on streaming and digital platforms worldwide.

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by Bobby Patrick - September 11, 2023

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by Bobby Patrick - September 10, 2023

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Band Geeks: Original Studio Cast Recording has been released in digital and streaming formats! Listen now!



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