Indigo Line Productions went overseas to find our talented Music Supervisor/Composer, Rob Neary, who hails from England. Rob recently completed his work for the pilot, and so I asked him some questions so fans could learn more about him.
1. How did you get involved in music?
My father bought me an electric guitar and lessons for my 16th birthday as Eric Clapton’s father did the same to him, and the rest is history. Over time I evolved from chasing the hit record to using my passion for movies and television by writing music for film/TV and have had many successful placements in commercials and media projects worldwide.
2. What are some programs/films/shows where we can hear your music?
My music features in the soundtrack to the Golden Globe winning film The Wrestler. Films this year featuring my music include Jeffie Was Here (makers of Hoodwinked) and The Way.
You will be able to hear my music in the Smithsonian Network TV documentary The Rivals due to be broadcast in Fall 2010. My track “Skater Punk” was used in the US National TV spot for the DVD launch of the hit film Couples Retreat (2010). I have also had music used in corporate websites, TV, Radio and internet adverts as well as audio media, toys and computer games.
3. What was the creative process behind selecting the music for Young Adult?
Everyone that knows me won’t deny that I have a creative and large imagination. I am very visual and see music in a scene, and this process helps me tie the two together. I always try to think outside of the box as well a use tried-and-tested means for a scene. The question a music supervisor should be asking [in the spotting process] is “Do we really need music?” as it is easier to add too much music and harder to limit it to only where it is needed.
4. What are some of your favourite television shows?
Well, being English, I love the old comedies like One Foot in the Grave, Father Ted, and Fawlty Towers. For US shows, I love LOST, Desperate Housewives, Fringe, and Heroes. I am a big animal documentary fan too.
5. How old is a ‘young adult’ and why?
Maybe in the UK it’s 20-24, and I guess in the US: 24 upwards? I guess a young adult is someone fresh on the market, doing their first job, and has a large group of friends. These are the days that shape your life.
Rob has done great work for the show. To see (and hear!) more of Rob Neary, check out the links below:
Rob’s website: www.robneary.com
Rob’s Production Music library: www.license.robneary.com
Also, Rob always has new tracks coming out. Click here to follow him on Twitter!