One year after the unprecedented success of global music project Playing for Change: Songs Around the World, the ensuing phenomenon is captured in a live concert film and behind-the-scenes tour documentary.
Playing for Change Live features performances from around the world, starring the disparate musical artists who were initially brought together by PFC founder Mark Johnson in his quest to unite local and street musicians from far-ranging cultures. Including guest appearances from Ziggy Marley, Toots Hibbert, and Keb’ Mo’, the DVD is supplemented by a 10-track live CD, as well the additional 90-minute feature “On the Road with the PFC Band.”
How many times have you disregarded a TV show, only to have its theme song pop in your head at a maddening frequency over the next few weeks? Most of the time this music is composed by talented if anonymous Hollywood rent-a-composers or artist who have lent previously-released music, giving their songs a chance to rise from obscurity. However, a fair amount of prominent bands/musicians have written completely original material as exclusive TV show themes, some becoming ubiquitous in pop-culture and others interesting just for the famous name attached.
We’ve made a list of some of the most notable TV theme songs by real bands for you to peruse and compare after the jump. Which of your favorite musicians would you want to hear take a stab at TV themes?
