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He Bled Neon: Zhu & Trapanese's Dark Vegas Soundtrack
16 Mar
Summary
- Composer Joe Trapanese and Zhu created a dark, propulsive score for 'He Bled Neon'.
- The film is a revenge tale set in Las Vegas over 48 hours.
- The soundtrack aims to be a memorable standalone musical project.
The film 'He Bled Neon' features a dark and propulsive score crafted by composer Joe Trapanese and Grammy-nominated musician Zhu. The creators aimed for a score that audiences would remember, akin to the film itself.
Inspired by a Las Vegas native's experiences, the film follows a man seeking truth after his brother's suspicious death. The narrative unfolds as an action-packed revenge tale across Las Vegas over 48 hours.
Director Drew Kirsch emphasized integrating music from the outset, comparing the process to directing music videos. Zhu and Trapanese actively participated on set, ensuring the music matched the film's pace and aesthetic.
The 25-song soundtrack functions as both a film backbone and a standalone musical project. Zhu described the score as primal, focusing on raw emotion to align with the story's themes.
'He Bled Neon' premiered at SXSW. The creative team hopes the film's successful integration of music and cinema inspires future filmmakers to prioritize sound in their projects.
