The albums that define
stage and screen.
Our picks for where to start with stage and screen — with a one-line read on why each one matters.
Top stage and screen artists
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The stage and screen essentials
Twenty-four picks. Press play on any of them.
Henry Mancini
The Music from Peter Gunn
Smooth orchestral arrangements blend jazz and pop influences, creating a captivating sonic backdrop for the era's film noir aesthetic.
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Henry Mancini
Music from Mr. Lucky
A suave blend of orchestral arrangements and light jazz that embodies the charm of early 1960s lounge music.
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Mike Post
Inventions from the Blue Line
A dynamic blend of orchestral arrangements and catchy melodies that evoke the spirit of iconic television themes.
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Mark Snow
The X-Files: I Want to Believe: Original Motion Picture Score
Eerie, atmospheric compositions weave tension and nostalgia, reflecting the haunting essence of the beloved series.
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Mark Snow
The X-Files: Original Motion Picture Score
A haunting blend of orchestral textures and eerie soundscapes that evoke the show's chilling atmosphere.
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Gil Mellé
The Complete Blue Note Fifties Sessions
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