Top Film Composers Working Today: Part 2

Film music is essential in any movie in order to bring life into the scenes. Imagine Indiana Jones without John Williams fanfare or the Avengers without their main theme riding them off into battle. Film composers are unsung heroes of cinema. And in order to give a little spotlight on their genius, let's continue to break down some of the best in the biz.

John Williams

Selected Tracks 

Rey's Theme: Star Wars The Force Awakens

Fun with Finn & Rose: Star Wars The Last Jedi

The Papers: The Post

It's John Williams. Nuff said.

But seriously. The guy is 85 and making better scores than musicians half his age. The Last Jedi was epic in scope and sound and even after doing eight Star Wars, he is still able to bring fresh creativity to the franchise. Have you listened to Rey's Theme? Come on!

Clint Mansell

Selected Tracks

Waves Crashing On A Distance Shore: Black Mirror

Make Thee An Ark: Noah

Stay With Me: The Fountain

Blossoming...: Stoker

If you need an unconventional score that will bring eargasms to film goers, Clint is your man. For years this talented motherfucker has been pushing out some iconic music with soundtracks like The Fountain & Requiem For a Dream that don't fall under the umbrella of traditional scores. Fusing electronic sounds with sweeping orchestral strings Clint has managed to create a unique sound that keep acclaimed directors coming back for more.

Daniel Pemberton

Selected Tracks

Revenge: Steve Jobs

Take You Down: The Man From U.N.C.L.E.

Growing Up Londinium: King Arthur: Legend Of The Sword

I haven't heard much about Daniel's work until my ears were blessed with his ominous music in The Counselor. Ever since then he has landed some pretty high profile gigs scoring blockbusters such as Man From U.N.C..L.E. and King Arthur. And since those projects the trajectory of his career continues to be trending upwards as he has been tapped to score the reboot of Ocean's 8. It's obvious why he's becoming Hollywood's new go to composer. His music feels like classic scores with a fresh injection of new modern sounds. Whether it's scoring Steve Jobs almost like a moving opera to the electronic beating of Molly's Game, it seems Daniel has a bright future ahead of him filled with interesting soundscapes. And I can't wait to see what he turns out next.