songwriting
The ‘Halloween’ Theme Is the Nightmare From Which You Can’t Wake Up
John Carpenter’s incredible score for his classic horror movie is a marvel of simplicity. The more you listen, the more gripping it becomes
In ‘The Sparks Brothers,’ the Mystery of the Band’s Sibling Dynamic Remains
Ron and Russell Mael don’t go in for a lot of introspective soul-searching. Their great new documentary, now on Netflix, honors their enigmatic nature while hinting at the brotherly bond that’s sustained their adventurous music for 50 years
The Only Halloween Song That Matters Is ‘Werewolf Bar Mitzvah’
How a ‘30 Rock’ novelty parody ended up becoming an unironic fright-night banger
The Dark Underside to ‘Hungry Like the Wolf’
Duran Duran’s first major U.S. hit is a shiny, danceable pop anthem. But over the years, thanks to shifting cultural norms and a bizarre connection to a murder case, the song doesn’t sound as innocent as it once did
