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Film Editing: Unraveling the Mystery with Director Chad Freidrichs on The Sounds of Film Listen at: soundsoffilm.com On the next episode of the SOUNDS OF FILM Podcast, Tom Needham speaks with acclaimed filmmaker Chad Freidrichs about his groundbreaking new documentary, The Cinema Within. The film explores a fascinating question: Why does film editing work so seamlessly on our brains? Featuring insights from legendary editor Walter Murch, film historian David Bordwell, and leading scientists, The Cinema Within travels from Hollywood to a Turkish village to uncover the subconscious language of editing—and how something as simple as blinking may unlock its secrets. Known for The Pruitt-Igoe Myth, The Experimental City, and Jandek on Corwood, Freidrichs brings a distinctive vision to this four-year project. Inventive and visually striking, The Cinema Within reveals the hidden grammar of film and the way it shapes how we see the world. Tune in for a mind-expanding conversation
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Tom Needham’s The Sounds of Film
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RON DELSENER PRESENTS: A Conversation with Director Jake Sumner on THE SOUNDS OF FILM Listen: soundsoffilm.com This week, The Sounds of Film with Tom Needham features an exclusive conversation with filmmaker Jake Sumner, the director of the acclaimed documentary Ron Delsener Presents. The film, which premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival, chronicles the extraordinary 60-year career of Ron Delsener, the iconic concert promoter behind New York City’s most legendary live music events. From booking the Beatles at Forest Hills Stadium in 1964 to orchestrating the historic Simon & Garfunkel reunion in Central Park, Delsener helped redefine what a concert could be. Known for his relentless hustle, sharp ear, and rebellious charm, Delsener transformed New York’s music scene—paving the way for what would eventually become today’s billion-dollar live entertainment industry. Directed by award-winning documentarian Jake Sumner (Fantastic Man, Bob of the Park, I Was There When House Took Over the World),
Tom Needham’s The Sounds of Film
LAST CALL For Submissions for The Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame Music Documentary Film Festival!
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The Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame Music Documentary Film Festival (August 8-10) is one of the most anticipated film festivals of the year.
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Tom Needham’s The Sounds of Film
Don McLean: American Pie & More on a Classic SOUNDS OF FILM with Tom Needham Listen at: open.spotify.com/episode/5qqFN61Zt6X4NNeVlskqQq?si=9J6cesSTQVmzs0j3pPT-gg Music legend Don McLean joins Tom Needham for a special episode of The Sounds of Film on WUSB. Don McLean is the iconic singer/songwriter behind the classic anthem “American Pie,” a song that continues to resonate across generations. Ranked number five on the Recording Industry of America and NEA’s Song of the Century list, “American Pie” remains one of the most influential songs in American music history. In 2015, the original manuscript of the song fetched $1,205,000 at a Christie’s auction. McLean’s impressive catalog also includes major hits like “Vincent,” “Crying,” and “Castles in the Air.” His music has been featured in numerous films, including Born on the Fourth of July and Charlie Wilson’s War. He is also the subject of the documentary American Troubadour: Don McLean, directed by Jim Brown. The
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Eric Andersen Talks Dylan, Warhol & THE SONGPOET on Tom Needham’s SOUNDS OF FILM Listen: open.spotify.com/episode/63z9Gg1Af1QrPGvTJFpwQY?si=VD1P_S9CTaql-cD-qBCeaw This week on Tom Needham’s SOUNDS OF FILM, the spotlight is on iconic troubadour Eric Andersen, the poetic voice of the Greenwich Village folk scene. In a revealing and wide-ranging interview, Andersen opens up about his encounters with cultural titans like Andy Warhol, Bob Dylan, Brian Epstein, and Lou Reed, while reflecting on the personal and professional crossroads that shaped his singular journey through the music world. The discussion centers on THE SONGPOET, a deeply personal and cinematic portrait of Andersen’s life, directed by Paul Lamont. The documentary captures the emotional highs and devastating setbacks of a fiercely independent artist navigating the changing tides of fame, artistic purpose, and legacy. With featured appearances by Clive Davis, Lenny Kaye, Tom Paxton, John Sebastian, and Anthony DeCurtis, the film charts Andersen’s relentless pursuit of truth in
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DUSTY & STONES’ Gazi “Dusty” Simelane & Director Jesse Rudoy on SOUNDS with Tom Needham Listen to the interview at: soundsoffilm.com This week on SOUNDS, we welcome filmmaker Jesse Rudoy and one half of the extraordinary country duo, Gazi “Dusty” Simelane, to discuss their inspiring new documentary Dusty & Stones. The film shines a spotlight on Dusty and his cousin Linda “Stones” Msibi, two musicians from the African Kingdom of Eswatini, who set out on an unforgettable journey from their rural homeland to the birthplace of country music in the United States. Dusty & Stones tells the powerful story of two artists chasing a dream that defies borders and expectations. Their journey—filled with triumphs, setbacks, and self-discovery—takes them from the hills of Eswatini to a Texas battle of the bands, where they bring their authentic sound to the heart of American country music. Through their music and determination, Dusty and