The article discusses the evolution of ambient music leading up to ODESZA's new extended editions of the 'Severance' theme due to growing interest in atmospheric soundscapes. The duo, influenced by composer Theodore Shapiro's original work, aimed to evoke the show's creepy vibe through variations in chord structures while preserving the essence of the dark themes portrayed in 'Severance.' This project reflects a larger trend of musicians creating expansive, immersive soundscapes for media, tapping into the tranquil yet unsettling milieu of contemporary visuals.
Listening to the eight-hour edition, that expansiveness and darkness is definitely present. There's also... a few bars that recall Angelo Badalamenti's soundtrack for another great television series with unnerving hallways.
We put different chords under a lot of [Shapiro's] melodies, while also trying to stay true to the vibe of the show, which is kind of creepy and subversive.
Katie Bain reports that the duo have created two extended editions of the Severance theme: one that's 23 minutes long and one that clocks in at a workday-appropriate eight hours.
If you've ever wondered what that theme might sound like at a significantly longer length, electronic duo ODESZA has your answer.
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