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John Carpenter Shares New Album Track ‘Distant Dreams’

After more than 40-years of directing movies, John Carpenter surprised fans and critics alike when he released his first ever album of non-soundtrack material, 'Lost Themes', back in 2014. Now, in addition to the announcing the release of his second album, 'Lost Themes II' - out April 15 -- along with his first ever tour, the 68-year-old cult movie legend is sharing the first rack from the new record, "Distant Dreams" to drum up interest.
By Shane Jordan

  • Cecil Taylor Tells Prize Money Thief Noel Muir to 'Die' After Trial

    Perhaps one of the largest figures in jazz still living today, Cecil Taylor was scammed out of half a million dollars in 2013 when his Kyoto Prize money went to a fake organization called The Cecil Taylor Foundation. The mastermind, Noel Muir, could face 15 years in prison if indicted.
    By Ian Holubiak

  • Ennio Morricone to Get Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

    Legendary film composer, Ennio Morricone, who is still going strong in his 8th decade of work, has seen it all and done it all in the world of cinema. Now, according to the Hollywood Reporter, Morricone is set to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. He will be the 2574th star on the historic attraction, which is set to be unveiled at 7065 Hollywood Blvd by such noted lumanaries as Harvey Weinstein and Quentin Tarantino.
    By Thomas Swan