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Composer Johnny Klimek On Working With ‘Wolf Creek 2’ Director Greg McLean & His Influence From The Berlin Electronic Music Scene | DVD/Blu-ray Out Today

Lakeshore Records recently spoke with Australian Composer Johnny Klimek, score composer for films such as Wolf Creek 2 (watch it on Netflix), I, Frankenstein (with Reinhold Heil) and The Cave.  Recognized for his score work on films like Cloud Atlas, Paris, je t’aime and Run Lola Run, Mr. Klimek’s love of music and the creative process is very apparent by how he speaks of his work.  With the recent release of the Wolf Creek 2 soundtrack by Lakeshore Records, the busy composer gave us the scoop on what it’s like to work with Wolf Creek Director Greg McLean.  As a life-long musician and heavily into the Berlin electronic music scene for many years, Mr. Klimek offers his perspective on film scoring.

Lakeshore Records: Composer Johnny KlimekPhoto: Virginia Park

How did you end up working on the Wolf Creek films?

I met Greg via another film he was planning to do; some months later, he contacted me concerning Wolf Creek 2.  I flew back to Australia for a spotting session and watched the film. Greg said he wanted something atonal, except for a few sequences, so I did a lot of sound design and added lots of Orchestral FX.

Growing up as a musician, did you ever consider that you would someday be producing music for films?

It was not the plan.  I remember being interested in it and going to see films and thinking I could never do something like that.  Then, Tom Tykwer (Cloud Atlas, Run Lola Run) walked into my life.

If you were to travel back in time, say, to your childhood, what movie would you love to score?

There are so many.  In the horror genre, The Shining (1980) and The Elephant Man (1980).

How do you view the difference between writing and creating music for a band, and for a film?

It’s completely different; film scores are another world.  When you score you’re supporting a story line.  It’s a creative, emotional, dynamic musical journey.

I just did the score for a film called Kill Me Three Times: it had a guitar-oriented ’60s vibe.  You have to adapt to different styles.  I grew up with pop music, then got into the Berlin underground electronic scene.  It was nothing commercial at all.  It was a great training ground for film score.

Do you have a music writing ritual?

The best scenario for me is to read the script and discuss ideas with the director.  I like to spend a week or so on sound design and manipulating stuff then I get into the thematic side.  Experimenting inspires me to try different things and often wonderful accidents occur.

What is your favorite instrument?

I’m a bass player, but I don’t think it’s my favorite.  I tend to love the ukulele and cello — adore the sound!  Working with a string section is my favorite.

What’s next?

I’m working on a film directed by Greg Mclean called 6 Miranda Drive, which stars Kevin Bacon.  Then, on to a film called A Hologram For The King directed by Tom Tykwer, and stars Tom Hanks.  After that, a project called Sense8 (TV series) with the Wachowski siblings (The Matrix).

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Exclusive Interview with I, Frankenstein Score composers Reinhold Heil and Johnny Klimek!

Baddassdigest.com has an exclusive interview with Reinhold Heil and Johnny Klimek, the composers of the I, Frankenstein Score.  Click here to watch them discuss the process of scoring the film.

The album at iTunes now and features original music by Johnny Klimek and Reinhold Heil, with three songs featuring Lisa Gerrard Lisa Gerrard from Dead Can Dance!  Album available now– Mastered for iTunes!

I, Frankenstein  (Original Motion Picture Score)
Music by Johnny Klimek and Reinhold Heil
Get it at: iTunes / Amazon

Listen to samples of all the songs:

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I, Frankenstein In Theaters Today!

I, Frankenstein is out now!  See it in theaters this weekend.  Check out these I, Frankenstein Soundtrack related videos to get ready for the movie!

1. Watch the Official Soundtrack Video Preview:


Mastered for iTunes / Amazon

2. Watch the Interview with Soundtrack artists BY MAKER (Geno Lenardo (Filter / Device) and Daniel Davies (Year Long Disaster)

3. Watch the Music Videos for “Trouble” and “Misgiving” from the Soundtrack:

4. Listen to samples from the I, Frankenstein Score album, out now:

Get it at iTunes / Amazon 

5. Visit the Official Site for all things Soundtrack related: http://www.IFrankensteinMusic.com

I, Frankenstein Score Album- Out Today!

Pick up the I, Frankenstein Score album at iTunes now!  Featuring original music by Johnny Klimek and Reinhold Heil, with three songs featuring Lisa Gerrard Lisa Gerrard from Dead Can Dance! 

Album available today– Mastered for iTunes!

I, Frankenstein  (Original Motion Picture Score)
Music by Johnny Klimek and Reinhold Heil
Get it at: iTunes / Amazon

Listen to samples of all the songs:

Track Listing

01. Main Title – Johnny Klimek, Reinhold Heil and Lisa Gerrard
02. Naberious Wants It Alive – Johnny Klimek and Reinhold Heil
03. It’s Alive! – Johnny Klimek and Reinhold Heil
04. Sacramentals – Johnny Klimek and Reinhold Heil
05. Meaningless Existence – Johnny Klimek and Reinhold Heil
06. Chasing Halek – Johnny Klimek and Reinhold Heil
07. Where Does Life Begin? – Johnny Klimek and Reinhold Heil
08. Prince Naberious – Johnny Klimek and Reinhold Heil
09. All I See Is Darkness – Johnny Klimek and Reinhold Heil
10. Bring Me Frankenstein’s Monster – Johnny Klimek and Reinhold Heil
11. The Vault – Johnny Klimek and Reinhold Heil
12. The Journal – Johnny Klimek and Reinhold Heil
13. No Choice – Johnny Klimek and Reinhold Heil
14. Sons of Our Fathers – Johnny Klimek and Reinhold Heil
15. Visions of a Madman – Johnny Klimek and Reinhold Heil
16. Showdown – Johnny Klimek and Reinhold Heil
17. I’m A Monster – Johnny Klimek and Reinhold Heil
18. Love & Hate – Johnny Klimek and Reinhold Heil
19. You Shouldn’t Have Done That – Johnny Klimek and Reinhold Heil
20. Destroy Him – Johnny Klimek and Reinhold Heil
21. Ride Of The Gargoyles – Johnny Klimek, Reinhold Heil and Lisa Gerrard
22. He Led Us Here Pt 1 – Johnny Klimek and Reinhold Heil
23. He Led Us Here Pt 2 – Johnny Klimek and Reinhold Heil
24. You Cannot Destroy Me – Johnny Klimek and Reinhold Heil
25. This Body Is Mine – Johnny Klimek and Reinhold Heil
26. A Higher Purpose – Johnny Klimek, Reinhold Heil and Lisa Gerrard

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I, Frankenstein Score – Order it Now!

Pre-order the I, Frankenstein Score album at iTunes now.  Featuring original music by Johnny Klimek and Reinhold Heil, with three songs featuring Lisa Gerrard Lisa Gerrard from Dead Can Dance! 

Album available January 21st-  See the movie In Theaters January 24th

I, Frankenstein  (Original Motion Picture Score)
Music by Johnny Klimek and Reinhold Heil

Pre-Order it on: iTunes / Amazon

Album Preview Here:

Track Listing

01. Main Title – Johnny Klimek, Reinhold Heil and Lisa Gerrard
02. Naberious Wants It Alive – Johnny Klimek and Reinhold Heil
03. It’s Alive! – Johnny Klimek and Reinhold Heil
04. Sacramentals – Johnny Klimek and Reinhold Heil
05. Meaningless Existence – Johnny Klimek and Reinhold Heil
06. Chasing Halek – Johnny Klimek and Reinhold Heil
07. Where Does Life Begin? – Johnny Klimek and Reinhold Heil
08. Prince Naberious – Johnny Klimek and Reinhold Heil
09. All I See Is Darkness – Johnny Klimek and Reinhold Heil
10. Bring Me Frankenstein’s Monster – Johnny Klimek and Reinhold Heil
11. The Vault – Johnny Klimek and Reinhold Heil
12. The Journal – Johnny Klimek and Reinhold Heil
13. No Choice – Johnny Klimek and Reinhold Heil
14. Sons of Our Fathers – Johnny Klimek and Reinhold Heil
15. Visions of a Madman – Johnny Klimek and Reinhold Heil
16. Showdown – Johnny Klimek and Reinhold Heil
17. I’m A Monster – Johnny Klimek and Reinhold Heil
18. Love & Hate – Johnny Klimek and Reinhold Heil
19. You Shouldn’t Have Done That – Johnny Klimek and Reinhold Heil
20. Destroy Him – Johnny Klimek and Reinhold Heil
21. Ride Of The Gargoyles – Johnny Klimek, Reinhold Heil and Lisa Gerrard
22. He Led Us Here Pt 1 – Johnny Klimek and Reinhold Heil
23. He Led Us Here Pt 2 – Johnny Klimek and Reinhold Heil
24. You Cannot Destroy Me – Johnny Klimek and Reinhold Heil
25. This Body Is Mine – Johnny Klimek and Reinhold Heil
26. A Higher Purpose – Johnny Klimek, Reinhold Heil and Lisa Gerrard

Out Digitally and on CD January 21st

Movie only in theaters January 24th, 2014