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Goblin was an Italian progressive rock band who were known for their soundtracks on Dario Argento films (e.g. Deep Red of 1975 a.k.a. Profondo Rosso and Suspiria of 1977).
They were initially named Cherry Five and were influenced by Genesis and King Crimson. Their early work spawned one progressive rock record named after the band, until they were called in as replacements for composer Giorgio Gaslini, who had left the film Profondo Rosso after a conflict with director Dario Argento. They changed their name to Goblin and rewrote most of the score, including the famous main theme. The film, and the soundtrack album, were huge hits.
A reshuffle in their line-up followed, and then an instrumental progressive rock album Roller, before they got the chance to work with Argento again for Suspiria. The score’s nerve-jangling experimental sounds and bizarre vocals have since become legendary. Other film soundtracks and a concept album (Il Fantastico Viaggio Del Bagarozzo Mark) followed, then the score for the European version of George A. Romero’s Dawn of the Dead (1978).
Despite their success, more members of the band left. The line-up was altered again, but this time they struggled to maintain their credibility. What was left of the band continued to work on further soundtracks, but there was a partial reunification for Argento’s Tenebrae (1982) (although they were credited separately, not as Goblin).
In 2000, the group reformed to score the new Dario Argento thriller entitled Nonhosonno (Sleepless). After over 22 years of absence, their return was spectacular. The soundtrack was a great success and showed the group could still compose after such a long time apart, much to the fans delight.
They were initially named Cherry Five and were influenced by Genesis and King Crimson. Their early work spawned one progressive rock record named after the band, until they were called in as replacements for composer Giorgio Gaslini, who had left the film Profondo Rosso after a conflict with director Dario Argento. They changed their name to Goblin and rewrote most of the score, including the famous main theme. The film, and the soundtrack album, were huge hits.
A reshuffle in their line-up followed, and then an instrumental progressive rock album Roller, before they got the chance to work with Argento again for Suspiria. The score’s nerve-jangling experimental sounds and bizarre vocals have since become legendary. Other film soundtracks and a concept album (Il Fantastico Viaggio Del Bagarozzo Mark) followed, then the score for the European version of George A. Romero’s Dawn of the Dead (1978).
Despite their success, more members of the band left. The line-up was altered again, but this time they struggled to maintain their credibility. What was left of the band continued to work on further soundtracks, but there was a partial reunification for Argento’s Tenebrae (1982) (although they were credited separately, not as Goblin).
In 2000, the group reformed to score the new Dario Argento thriller entitled Nonhosonno (Sleepless). After over 22 years of absence, their return was spectacular. The soundtrack was a great success and showed the group could still compose after such a long time apart, much to the fans delight.
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ladyinradiatorr wrote:
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atiredmachine wrote:
Lost in the Dark free Halloween compilation: http://holypagerecords.bandcamp.com/album/holy-page-halloween-compilation-2011
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kghc wrote:
мене стра од ове окултне музике
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Betonimaha wrote:
Helsinki concert was amazing!
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hirrnlego wrote:
Whoa, I see some upcoming gigs! Wish I could se "Prague, Czech Rep." in there too.
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AMDA wrote:
great discovery...
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hyemale wrote:
Domina
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buuoo wrote:
gets me there
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jussi_m wrote:
I think Jeremy371 really likes Tyler's album "Goblin" (total garbage, don't listen to) more than the great Italian.
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alexi1000 wrote:
Their work on Suspiria is absolutely brilliant...a modern classic!
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mister_tarmac wrote:
No way. Goblin is much better.
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MathIsUniversal wrote:
Goblin > Goblin [3]
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russiansquares wrote:
Goblin > Goblin
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SK-Futhark wrote:
Most if not all of their soundtracks sound great...my favourite so far are non ho sonno and suspiria...Zombi is a classic though, and I guess suspiria soundtrack is best listened to late at night when no one is around...Also, Roller is amazing.
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The_Red_Agent wrote:
crazy I never realized that Shock was not actually scored by Goblin proper, but rather members of Goblin. Its main theme is one of the best they've done, too.
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Rock-A-Rolla wrote:
Massive live review of Goblin in latest issue of Rock-A-Rolla! Get it here: www.rock-a-rolla.com
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OrazioGnerre wrote:
Best, rate it: http://www.lastfm.it/music/Goblin/+images/40052435
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dclizardking wrote:
Unbelievably good last night, those going to Glasgow tonight are in for a real treat.
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GemmaDisorder wrote:
Absolutely fantastic gig at the Sage last night!
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theMoellermann wrote:
"Suspiria" is one of my favourite movies ever, unbelievable creepy, the light, the colours, the sound and of course the music are all genious and outstanding works. Although I like other movies by Argento, too ("Profondo Rosso", "Phenomena", "Inferno", ...), this one is in my opinion his masterpiece.
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