Composer Revives '90s Scoring Techniques

Composer John Paesano has meticulously recreated the scoring approach of the 1980s and 1990s for the sci-fi thriller "The Boroughs." Paesano, inspired by composers like James Horner, sought to imbue the series with the sonic character of classic genre films.

To achieve this nostalgic sound, Paesano adopted a scoring process rooted in the '90s. This involved analyzing scripts and footage to align music with specific on-screen beats, a method that prioritized imagination over technical constraints like dialogue and visual effects.

Paesano developed numerous sketches and suites, a technique he believes allows directors and producers to visualize the show purely through listening. This approach resulted in vibrant, colorful musical cues that aim to transport the audience directly into the narrative, mirroring the impactful scores of a bygone era.