PULAU
Patrick Ledwig for Musician
I'm looking for a rock-inspired soundtrack to match the film's tone, as the main character, Ah Tong, is a passionate guitarist and a huge fan of rock music.
At the start of the film, there's a scene where Ah Tong plays her guitar alone in her room, and I need a dynamic guitar solo to capture that moment. The placeholder track I’m currently using is the instrumental of Cannonball by The Breeders (not a guitar solo, but thats the vibe I am going for), so I’m looking for something with a similar raw, energetic feel.
Cannonball by The Breeders link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IGPXqFMkv9E
There is also a scene where Ah Tong and Fang explore different parts of Penang, and I’ll need background music to complement the atmosphere. This moment in the film is reflective and nostalgic, as Fang revisits her hometown after years away, and Ah Tong sees it through a different lens. The placeholder track I’m currently using is the instrumental of Here’s Where the Story Ends by The Sundays, so I’m looking for something with a similarly dreamy, bittersweet feel.
Here’s Where the Story Ends by The Sundays link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=slNYveNnQTg
Lastly, there will be a final scene set during Chinese New Year, where I’ll need festive, traditional-style music to bring the atmosphere to life. This scene is meant to feel lively and celebratory, filled with the warmth of family gatherings, vibrant decorations, and the energy of the festivities.
The placeholder track I’m currently using is a very typical, recognizable Chinese New Year tune, the kind you’d expect to hear in bustling markets, family homes, or on the streets during the celebrations. I’m looking for something in a similar vein, incorporating traditional Chinese instruments.
Placeholder track im using (not the exact one, but something similar):
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