Jerry Goldsmith's film career up to 1985 w/ David Lichty

Part 3 of our series on the music of Jerry Goldsmith welcomes one of the hosts of the Goldsmith Odyssey podcast Clark Provence. That podcast is the second program on film music he's hosted with the first being on WHIE radio in Georgia, where he was news director and station manager. We discuss Clark's favorite scores from 1985-1992 and get his opinions on a variety of topics, couple with some terrific music! 

Jane is a graduate of The Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts. In her career she has appeared in numerous Theater productions, TV and films. TV shows she guest starred in include The Saint, Mission Impossible, 6 Million Dollar Man, Magnum PI and many more. Her films include titles such as Hands of the Ripper, Diagnosis Murder and perhaps her most famous film, the Oscar winner Lion In Winter. And, she hasn't stopped working which we discuss in this episode. One of our best and informative interviews, coupled with great selections of film scores.

We continue our review of Jerry Goldsmith's career with podcast co-host of the Goldsmith Odyssey, David Lichty. We explore cues from the 70s and 80s up to 1985. We also discuss other aspects of his career. If you are a fan of Goldsmith's or just a fan of film music, you're sure to enjoy this episode.

David Lichty is the co host of a podcast on Jerry Goldsmith called The Goldsmith Odyssey. In this episode we explore the early career of Goldsmith, focusing on his work on radio and the early days of TV.  Rarely heard cues from Radio and TV scores and themes will be played and David provides some great insight on the beginnings of this composers prolific career. 

Our guest is a freelance classic soundtrack producer. He's been involved with many soundtrack releases and has worked with Film Score Monthly, Intrada, La-La Land Records, Quartet Records, Kritzerland, Mondo and Varese Sarabande. He's also worked on several animated soundtrack reissues for Walt Disney Records for CD and streaming. His most recent work that has caught the attention of soundtrack collectors was producing newly remixed scores for the James Bond films Man with the Golden Gun and Moonraker. Our discussion highlights many behind the scenes info on what it takes to get scores released with., in many cases, never before released cues. Enjoy music from Elfman, Goldsmith and Barry and some great conversation. Our guest is Neil S Bulk. 

Brian Hughes has amassed an impressive collection of film posters over the last 40 years. This passion fueled his passion for films and film music. He has over 3000 soundtracks in his collection and over 600 posters. He particularly is fond of WWII films and the James Bond series. We discuss both genres...he has interesting insights into WWII films and we also discuss the current state of the Bond films. He also shares a rare recording of a score done for a film on the Olympics held in Berlin in the 1930s. For interesting conversation and some terrific music, download this episode and enjoy!

Our guest is an author, publisher, film historian and documentary filmmaker. His books include looking at the careers of Clint Eastwood, John Wayne and Sean Connery among others. He's also has written/co written books on James Bond (Incredible World of 007, The Essential James Bond.) His magazine, Cinema Retro, is devoted to films of the 60's and 70's. Our discussion was wide ranging and covered BTS stories of several classic films, his relationship with Bond Producer Cubby Broccoli and of course his favorite film scores. Composers include Goldsmith, Bernstein and Tiomkin among others. Enjoy this episode with Lee Pfeiffer.

Our guest has worked in theater, TV, film and commercials around the world. Proficient in martial arts she has worked with Jean Claude Van Dam and been a Bond girl. She has hosted various travel programs travelling to the far reaches of the globe. She also has a real passion for film music. Enjoy cues from classic musicals and as well as instrumental music as we talk with Actress Rachel Grant. DOWNLOAD AND LISTEN AT YOUR CONVIENCE. 

We are excited to welcome composer Bill Conti to the program. Our discussion is wide ranging where we discuss his early career, his work on several films like his Academy Award winning score for the Right Stuff, his iconic score for Rocky and his work on the James Bond film For Your Eyes Only. His stories are both enlightening and very entertaining. We also discuss his newest work which will be featured in a concert on June 14 in Los Angeles. I'll post details on my facebook page. Be prepared for some amazing behind the scenes stories and terrific music!

Our guest is a DJ, Movie Critic and stand up Comedian. His career is varied and so are his selctions in film scores as we explore composres like Barry, Goldsmith, Horner and Schifrin. He is the creator of a fabulous Facebook page called "The Spectacular Cinema Showcase" which you should check out. His story as well as his thoughts on films and scores are worth a listen. Take a listen to this episode with Kelly Smith.