Classic Themes Redux EP

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Classic Themes Redux EP
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ReleasedJune 17, 2016 (2016-06-17)
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Length12:29
Label Sacred Bones
John Carpenter chronology
Lost Themes II
(2016)
Classic Themes Redux EP
(2016)
Anthology: Movie Themes 1974–1998
(2017)

Classic Themes Redux EP is the first extended play by American film director and composer John Carpenter. It was released on June 17, 2016, through Sacred Bones Records. [1] The extended play was created in collaboration with Carpenter's son Cody Carpenter and his godson Daniel Davies. [1]

Contents

Track listing

All music is composed by John Carpenter.

No.TitleLength
1."Halloween"2:57
2."Escape from New York"3:33
3."Assault on Precinct 13"2:55
4."The Fog"3:04
Total length:12:29

"Halloween" b/w "Escape from New York" and "Assault on Precinct 13" b/w "The Fog" were released on 12" vinyl. [1]

Personnel

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References

  1. 1 2 3 Hanley, Ken W. (May 10, 2016). "Exclusive Premiere / Announcement: John Carpenter's Classic Themes Redux EP, plus new "ESCAPE FROM NEW YORK" Music Video!". Fangoria . Retrieved November 15, 2016.