The Soundtrack Exchange

Happy Holidays, you soundtrack-loving elves! This week we’re covering two classics and discovering what Christmas means to us. We’ve got one festive flick and one sentimental pick for ya filthy animals.        

The tracks we explore:

• “Pure Imagination”, from Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory, composed by Leslie Bricusse and Anthony Newley
• “Main Title ‘Somewhere in My Memory”, from Home Alone, composed by John Williams

*Just a little note: This is the last episode of 2024. We’re going to take a little break to revamp the episodes and record some new ones so we’ll see you in 2025!

Want to listen to the songs we talk about? Check out our playlists:

• Spotify Playlist
• Apple Music Playlist

Connect with our hosts:

• Christelle: https://www.instagram.com/stelleniumfalcon/ 
• Cameron: https://www.instagram.com/camthelemon/ 

Have suggestions for future episodes? Email us at [email protected] and you just might get a shout out!

Superheroes! Tentacled villains! Music box melodies! Zimmer has been around for decades and we want to learn more about him. Choosing a Christopher Nolan tune is too easy... He's done so much more!

This week, we’re exploring tracks from Pirates Of The Caribbean and Man Of Steel.

The tracks we explore:

• “I Will Find Him”, from Man of Steel, composed by Hans Zimmer
• “Davy Jones”, from Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest, composed by Hans Zimmer

Want to listen to the songs we talk about? Check out our playlists:

• Spotify Playlist
• Apple Music Playlist

Connect with our hosts:

• Christelle: https://www.instagram.com/stelleniumfalcon/ 
• Cameron: https://www.instagram.com/camthelemon/ 

Have suggestions for future episodes? Email us at [email protected] and you just might get a shout out!

This episode, we’re spotlightting two WILDLY talented female composers making waves in this traditionally male-dominated industry. Join us as we dive into the rise of women in soundtrack composition! We discuss everything from Natalie Holt’s Emmy-nominated works to the spellbinding scores of Hildur Guðnadóttir.

The tracks we explore:

• “Loki Green Theme”, from Loki, composed by Natalie Holt
• “Bathroom Dance”, from Joker, composed by Hildur Guðnadóttir

Want to listen to the songs we talk about? Check out our playlists:

• Spotify Playlist
• Apple Music Playlist

Connect with our hosts:

• Christelle: https://www.instagram.com/stelleniumfalcon/ 
• Cameron: https://www.instagram.com/camthelemon/ 

Have suggestions for future episodes? Email us at [email protected] and you just might get a shout out!

This episode has everything:

• Dragons!
• Animated Gerard Butler!
• Gerard Butler in traditional Spartan armor!
• A Plagiarism Scandal!

This week, we’re diving into the world of Fantasy and the Battle of Thermopylae.

The tracks we explore:

• “Returns a King”, from 300, composed by Tyler Bates, based upon themes by Elliot Goldenthal
• “Test Drive”, from How to Train Your Dragon, composed by John Powell

Want to listen to the songs we talk about? Check out our playlists:

• Spotify Playlist
• Apple Music Playlist

Connect with our hosts:

• Christelle: https://www.instagram.com/stelleniumfalcon/ 
• Cameron: https://www.instagram.com/camthelemon/ 

Have suggestions for future episodes? Email us at [email protected] and you just might get a shout out!

Tis the theme of All Hallow's Eve this week! Yes, we're a bit late... but not by much!

In this episode we cover the spine-tingling but unsuspecting Exorcist theme and its origin. We also look at the accumulative End Credits theme of Tim Burton's Nightmare Before Christmas.

We discuss:

• The GOATs of film music composition.
• The necessity of music in a jumpscare.
• When we discovered how magnificently talented we really were at a young age.

The tracks we explore:

• The Exorcist (1973) Main Theme, an excerpt from "Tubular Bells (Part One)" by Mike Oldfield.
• The end credits theme, "Closing", from The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993) by Danny Elfman.

Want to listen to the songs we talk about? Check out our playlists:

• Spotify Playlist
• Apple Music Playlist

Connect with our hosts:

• Christelle: https://www.instagram.com/stelleniumfalcon/ 
• Cameron: https://www.instagram.com/camthelemon/ 

Have suggestions for future episodes? Email us at [email protected] and you just might get a shout out!

Is it too soon to talk American politics? Maybe, but we already recorded the episode and slated it for this week.

Join us as we dive into the iconic opening themes of “House of Cards” and “The West Wing.”

Have either of us seen these shows? You’ll find out! We even debate which show nails American politics better.

• The scheming nature of Frank Underwood!
• The hopeful idealism of the White House staff!
• Banter!

The tracks we explore:

• The Main Title Theme for “House of Cards” composed by Jeff Beal
• The Main Title Theme for “the West Wing” composed by W.G. Snuffy Walden

Want to listen to the songs we talk about? Check out our playlists:

• Spotify Playlist
• Apple Music Playlist

Connect with our hosts:

• Christelle: https://www.instagram.com/stelleniumfalcon/ 
• Cameron: https://www.instagram.com/camthelemon/ 

Have suggestions for future episodes? Email us at [email protected] and you just might get a shout out!

In this inaugural episode of The Soundtrack Exchange, we dive into the world of video games! (Each week, hosts Cameron and Christelle exchange tracks of their favorite scores from video games, movies and television.) In the debrief that follows, we discuss:

• Nostalgia!
• Fear of heights!
• Side quests and ADHD!

Whether you're a fan of game soundtracks, nostalgic for old-school gaming, or intrigued by the behind-the-scenes of music composition, this episode has something for everyone. So, join us as we embark on this auricular journey and discover the magic behind the tracks that shape our favorite games.

The tracks we explore:

• “Dire, Dire, Docks” from Super Mario 64. Composed by Koji Kondo.
• “Everybody Grab a Broom” from Hogwarts Legacy. Composed by J Scott Rakozy. 

Want to listen to the songs we talk about? Check out our playlists:

• Spotify Playlist
• Apple Music Playlist

Connect with our hosts:

• Christelle: https://www.instagram.com/stelleniumfalcon/ 
• Cameron: https://www.instagram.com/camthelemon/ 

Have suggestions for future episodes? Email us at [email protected] and you just might get a shout out!

*Correction: Cameron references the 6th Harry Potter film when talking about the track “Dumbledore’s Army,” this track appears in the 5th Harry Potter film.

Welcome to The Soundtrack Exchange! 

Join us, Cam and Christelle, as we dive into the vibrant world of soundtracks from movies, video games, and TV shows.

Each episode, we exchange a track based on a fun theme, bringing our passion for music to the forefront.

We’ll uncover the stories behind the scores, celebrate the composers, and maybe even venture down some delightful rabbit holes along the way. Whether you're a die-hard soundtrack aficionado or just curious about the music that shapes your favorite media, there’s something here for everyone!

Get ready to tune in, expand your musical horizons, and share in the joy of soundtracks every week. The Soundtrack Exchange launches on November 6th—let the musical journey begin!

In the meantime: Don't forget to subscribe, and if you have soundtrack themes you'd love to hear discussed, send in your suggestions for a chance to be featured! Email us at [email protected]

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• Christelle: https://www.instagram.com/stelleniumfalcon/ 
• Cameron: https://www.instagram.com/camthelemon/