OST LP SEALED DINO DE LAURENTIIS MUSIC: VALACHI PAPERS, CRAZY JOE, STONE KILLER

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The LP compilation titled "Dino De Laurentiis Presents Riz Ortolani, Giancarlo Chiaramello, Roy Budd – Original Soundtracks From The Valachi Papers, Crazy Joe And The Stone Killer" offers a diverse musical journey through three crime/action films produced by the prolific Italian film producer Dino De Laurentiis in the early to mid-1970s.

Here's a brief summary of the musical contributions from each film:

• The Valachi Papers (1972) - Music by Riz Ortolani: Riz Ortolani, a renowned Italian composer, provides a score that likely blends traditional Italian cinematic flair with the grittiness of a mafia saga. Given the film's subject matter (the real-life story of mob informant Joseph Valachi), Ortolani's music would have to evoke both the glamour and the brutal reality of organized crime. Tracks like "Main Title Theme," "Tarantella Party," and "Valachi Theme" suggest a range from sweeping orchestral pieces to more intimate and perhaps melancholic melodies, capturing the personal tragedy and cultural context of the story. Ortolani is known for his melodic and often dramatic scores.

• Crazy Joe (1974) - Music by Giancarlo Chiaramello: Giancarlo Chiaramello's score for "Crazy Joe," a film based on the life of "Crazy" Joe Gallo, an eccentric New York gangster, would likely lean into the more contemporary and perhaps funkier sounds of 1970s crime cinema. Tracks such as "This Is Only The Beginning (Theme From "Crazy Joe")" and "Love Theme Of Annie" suggest a mix of action-oriented themes and more introspective or romantic pieces, reflecting the chaotic and sometimes sentimental aspects of the gangster's life. Chiaramello's style for this period would often incorporate jazz, funk, and rock elements to create a modern and edgy sound.

• The Stone Killer (1973) - Music by Roy Budd: Roy Budd's score for "The Stone Killer," a gritty Charles Bronson vehicle, is often highlighted for its "holy grail" status among soundtrack collectors. Budd was known for his innovative and often funky scores for British and American thrillers. His contributions to "The Stone Killer," with tracks like "Main Title Theme," "Being Tailed," "The Chase," and "End Titles," are described as featuring heavy basslines, driving drums, and a raw, suspenseful energy. This score would be characterized by its propulsive rhythm and tension-building cues, perfectly fitting the film's hard-boiled action and police procedural elements.

In summary, this LP compilation offers a snapshot of Dino De Laurentiis's taste in film music during the 1970s, showcasing three distinct compositional styles: Ortolani's elegant Italian orchestrations, Chiaramello's contemporary and often soulful sounds, and Budd's gritty and hard-hitting action scoring, all serving to define the varied moods and intense narratives of these crime and action thrillers.

LISTEN " Being Tailed" From The Stone Killer

• 1974 Original Soundtrack Compilation LP Released on Project 3 # PR5085 SD (Stereo).
  
  

• Composer: Riz Ortolani, Giancario Chiaramello, Roy Budd.

  
  
  
• This is a Sealed Album and will perform with the Ultimate Sound Possible from this Recording.  No cut out marks. 
  

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