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Released in 2002, John Powell's music for The Bourne Identity is a smooth contemporary action score that is an exception to the typical generic compositions that accompany such films. It draws upon the standard spy-thriller ethos and echos the work of David Arnold for the James Bond franchise, particularly with its use of lush strings, blending of electronic percussion and sprinkling of jazz and rock elements. Which is to ...

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Here's today's song of the day. Michael Jackson's Pretty Young Thing from Thriller. For all Michael's recent problems, the fact remains he was absolutely amazing in his time. Thriller, Off the Wall and to a lesser extent, Bad are still phenomenal albums. I like the quasi-funk backing on this song. Groove it. [audio:061030PYT.mp3] Oh, and tomorrow is Halloween; you know what that means.

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