The Soundtrack with Haley Taylor

Happy Birthday Wes
Celebrate the unmistakable world of Wes Anderson on this special birthday episode of “The Soundtrack,” where Haley Taylor explores how his films are as carefully composed sonically as they are visually. From the wistful Portuguese David Bowie covers in “The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou,” to Alexandre Desplat’s Oscar-winning folk-inspired score for “The Grand Budapest Hotel,” the rhythmic, taiko-driven soundscape of “Isle of Dogs” and the layered classical and jazz influences of “The Phoenician Scheme,” this episode dives into the music that defines Anderson’s cinematic style. Along the way, discover how each soundtrack helps build his signature blend of humor, melancholy, and meticulous storytelling—proving that in a Wes Anderson film, the music isn’t just accompaniment, it’s part of the design.

 

Haley Taylor hosts “The Soundtrack,” every Saturday and Sunday at 6 p.m. where she explores the scores of the silver screen. Tune in for an hour of unforgettable film music with a look at the composers and the stories that made these melodies sing. Stay connected by following Haley on Instagram.