John Paesano’s score for Michael Almereyda’s film “Tesla” ingeniously captures the essence of the inventor’s electric legacy. Drawing inspiration from modern classical composers, Paesano’s innovative approach electrifies the screen, resonating with Tesla’s groundbreaking discoveries. Through sweeping strings and pulsating rhythms, Paesano’s music illuminates Tesla’s visionary genius in a captivating symphony of sound.

Lakeshore Records has released Penny Dreadful: City Of Angels—Showtime Original Series Soundtrack featuring music by John Paesano.  Paesano utilizes the golden age of Hollywood sound, mixed with modern sensibilities of some of todays greatest scores to striking effect. “Penny Dreadful: City Of Angels”

The creative team behind Insomniac’s latest video game, Spider-Man: Miles Morales, found a number of different ways to convey to players that Miles and Peter Parker are profoundly different kinds of Spider-Man, despite being driven by similar senses of justice. One of the biggest ways it achieves that is through its use of music.

When Marvel needed a composer to assemble the music for their new Avengers Campus at Disneyland they called John. He created a seamless orchestral superscore, combining the themes from the big Marvel characters to play as you move throughout the different sections of the park.

“Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes” marks composer John Paesano’s first foray into the Apes franchise. Following in the footsteps of Jerry Goldsmith (“Planet of the Apes”), Michael Giacchino (“Dawn of the Planet of the Apes”) and others, he knew he’d have big shoes to fill. The first thing he thought about was the “musical legacy as well as the “giant music” associated with the scores.

The Maze Runner trilogy, comprised of “The Maze Runner” (2014), “The Scorch Trials” (2015), and “The Death Cure” (2018), captivated audiences with its gripping storyline, compelling characters, and adrenaline-pumping action. However, one aspect that often flies under the radar but significantly contributes to the trilogy’s immersive experience is its music.

When Insomniac Games set out to develop their ambitious Spider-Man series for PlayStation, they knew that capturing the essence of such a beloved superhero would require more than just stellar gameplay and stunning visuals. The music, too, needed to be exceptional, serving not only as a backdrop for Spider-Man’s adventures but also as a narrative force in its own right. Enter John Paesano, the award-winning composer tasked with this monumental challenge. His scores for the PlayStation Spider-Man games have become some of the most iconic and celebrated in the video game industry, thanks to his unique focus on melodies and storytelling through music.

Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes resonates with bestial power, from its photo-realistic performance capture effects to the layered sounds of the various ape factions that tear across the screen.

Much of the film’s visceral impact owes itself to composer John Paesano who was compelled to mix and match a host of musical styles stemming from the classic Apes franchise.

We caught up with John to discuss his approach to the movie, his collaboration with director Wes Ball and what it meant to acknowledge his compositional predecessors.

Much like its 2018 predecessor Marvel’s Spider-Man, Spider-Man: Miles Morales is getting a physical release of the game’s music in the form of double vinyl.

Both of Insomniac Games’ Spider-Man titles have been generally well-received by critics and fans alike, garnering high Metacritic scores. Spider-Man: Miles Morales has avoided the dreaded sophomore slump, so much so that many fans of the game believe Miles Morales deserves a full Spider-Man sequel.

As “Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes” prepares to take audiences on an unforgettable journey, John Paesano’s score stands as a testament to the power of music to elevate storytelling to new heights. With each soaring crescendo and haunting refrain, Paesano guides us through a world where humanity’s past collides with its future, leaving an indelible mark on the cinematic landscape.