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Composer Talk

Matthew Wang
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Composer Talk is a podcast hosted by Matthew Wang where you’ll get to know acclaimed composers who are making the soundtracks of our lives. We all watch films, TV and digital media and know the important role that scoring plays in storytelling. In this podcast we learn about the artists who are creating the music.

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This next composer is truly an amazing talent! She is a Malaysian film and television composer whose score for Apple TV+ and Skydance's debut animation Blush has won Best Music Award from Hollywood Music in Media and was nominated for an Annie. Her s... more

Our next guest is the co-founder of Impact 24, a PR company that represents many amazing composers and post production pros! He is a dear friend and a great guest to the podcast (many of his clients have appeared on this show) and today we discuss ti... more

Our next guest is an EMMY-nominated composer whose work can be heard on HBO Max/Amblin’s animated series Gremlins: The Wild Batch. Previously, she scored Season 1– Gremlins: Secrets of the Mogwai, for which she was nominated for an Emmy for Best Musi... more

0 Episodes later we get to rejoin two of my favorite composers in this world. Since their last appearance on this podcast they have won an EMMY and are now EMMY-nominated for their music for the final season of Cobra Kai. They also recently composed ... more

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Recent Guests

Joy Ngiaw
2024 BAFTA Breakthrough USA honoree and composer
Skydance Animation
Episode: Ep 92: Joy Ngiaw Part 2 (WondLa, Skydance Animation Studio Logo)
Andrew Seth Cohen
Co-founder of Impact 24 PR who does PR work for composers
Impact 24 PR
Episode: Ep 91: Andrew Seth Cohen (Impact24 PR)
Cameron Moody
Film and TV composer known for his work on Washington Black
Hulu
Episode: Ep 88: Cameron Moody (Washington Black, Kennedy)
Sam Slater
Composer and producer blending experimental music with sound design.
Episode: Ep 87: Sam Slater (2000 Meters To Andriivka, Battlefield 2042)
Kyle Rodriguez
Composer known for projects like The Secret Lives of Animals
BBC, Apple TV+
Episode: EP 86: Kyle Rodriguez (The Secret Lives of Animals, Jane)
Cristóbal Tapia de Veer
Composer known for The White Lotus, Smile, and other projects
Episode: EP 85: Cristóbal Tapia de Veer (The White Lotus, Smile)
Trey Toy
Composer known for his work on Netflix's Castlevania: Nocturne and various other media.
Netflix
Episode: Ep 84: Trey Toy (Castlevania: Nocturne, Centigrade)
Atli Örvarsson
Composer known for his work on Chicago Med and Apple TV's Silo
Apple TV
Episode: Ep 83 Atli Örvarsson (Silo, Chicago Med)
Jonathan Sadoff
Composer known for work on HBO original 'Chimp Crazy', 'The Peanut Butter Falcon', and 'Ingrid Goes West'
Episode: Ep 82: Jonathan Sadoff (Chimp Crazy, The Peanut Butter Falcon)

Host

Matthew Wang
Host of Composer Talk

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 54 ratings
  • Matt is good people

    Keep it up more podcasts less among us 😆

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tfrank8
    United States5 years ago
  • Amazing !!!!

    Such a great podcast. Matt’s line of questioning give so much insight into the world of composers and what the industry is truly like.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    josephLAmamba
    United States5 years ago
  • Impressive! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    I’m very creative and artistic but not musically inclined so I am very impressed by those who have the talent to compose music. On that note, I think “Composer Talk” was really fun and fascinating and Matthew does a terrific podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tricotene
    United States5 years ago
  • Entertaining and Inspiring!

    I love the genuine approach from a musician / composer’s perspective. The enthusiasm is out of the park! Very inspiring for young musicians and artists who NEED to be pushed into doing more.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    StarrAckerman
    United States5 years ago
  • I did a hell of a Job

    Go check out the podcast today!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    M Winter
    United States5 years ago

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Ep 92: Joy Ngiaw Part 2 (WondLa, Skydance Animation Studio Logo)
Q: What does success in your future sound like to you?
Success means to me if I can write music every day and I can make a living out of writing music and being able to connect with unique filmmakers.
Ep 91: Andrew Seth Cohen (Impact24 PR)
Q: Why do you think most composers hire a PR company?
The main reasons include business development, to gain visibility and trust, and for awards campaigns to promote their work during various competitions.
Ep 91: Andrew Seth Cohen (Impact24 PR)
Q: When is a good time to reach out to get PR?
PR can begin as soon as a composer feels ready, and it's advised to have consistent PR across projects rather than waiting for the perfect moment.
Ep 88: Cameron Moody (Washington Black, Kennedy)
Q: What are your goals and hopes for the future now?
He hopes that the project is well received and sees it as a stepping stone for future opportunities, while expressing a desire to see the film industry in Los Angeles thrive.
Ep 88: Cameron Moody (Washington Black, Kennedy)
Q: How did you get brought onto the project?
Cameron explained that it was a year and a half process, starting with a meeting that led to him being demoed for the project after a significant wait.

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Focusing on the lives and careers of acclaimed composers, discussions center on the vital role of music in film, television, and digital media. With episodes highlighting the creative processes and unique methodologies of various composers, the content ranges from industry challenges to personal experiences that have shaped their artistic identities. The show stands out by providing not only technical insights into composition but also philosophical reflections on music's impact in storytelling, making it an engaging listen for anyone interested in the intricate art of scoring.

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Composer Talk launched 5 years ago and published 79 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Composer Talk include:

1. Joy Ngiaw
2. Andrew Seth Cohen
3. Cameron Moody
4. Sam Slater
5. Kyle Rodriguez
6. Cristóbal Tapia de Veer
7. Trey Toy
8. Atli Örvarsson

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