![]() ![]() He is known for his pithy, ironic lyrics and often acute political observation. He has written many film scores and has a long songwriting career going back to the 1960s. Randy Newman is well known for his hit “Short People”, but he also wrote “You’ve Got a Friend in Me” for Toy Story and won an Oscar for Monsters Inc. While the soundtrack CD is an enjoyable listen, the songs work even better in the context of the film, bouncing out of the speakers with shuffling rhythms, punchy brass and rolling piano. Cajun accordionist Terrance Simien can be found on “Gonna Take You There”. Singer/pianist Dr John sings on “Down in New Orleans”, and trumpeter Terence Blanchard solos on behalf of his horn-blowing animated alter ego Louis the Alligator on “When We’re Human” and “Ma Belle Evangeline”. ![]() He has written seven original songs, all infused with a New Orleans vibe in a range of styles including traditional jazz, gospel, and Cajun zydeco. ![]() You might be surprised to find a review of the latest Disney animation here on the LondonJazz blog, but this movie features a jazz-inspired soundtrack written and conducted by Randy Newman. (Animated Movie by Disney Studios/Soundtrack and Original Songs by Randy Newman, Review by Rodd Fogg) ![]()
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