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Neil S. Bulk
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Classic soundtrack producer. You may know me from such soundtrack albums as "Star Trek: The Original Series Soundtrack Collection," "Moonraker," and "Total Recall."

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Neil S. Bulk @nsbulk.bsky.social · Jul 3
There seems to be some misunderstandings about the recent James Bond expanded albums coming from @lalalandrecords.bsky.social so I wrote up this response. If you like it, feel free to let your friends know. A lot of this can also apply to other expanded albums I've produced.
Thanks to everyone for your support. Producing these albums is a privilege and responsibility none of us take lying down. I do wonder if the messaging on these releases is clear. Having worked on 10 of these Bond albums, I figured by now people would understand the intent, but that doesn't seem to be the case. With the exception of "Goldfinger" (for which no additional material can be found) all of these albums have been expanded beyond the original releases and even previous expanded releases. I thought that was obvious, but even in this thread and elsewhere, as soon as the Variety article broke with news of a forthcoming remastered OHMSS album, posts started appearing questioning the use of the word "remastered" and assuming it was only going to be one disc. The goal has always been to present the score, top to bottom, starting with the gun barrel cue all the way to the end of the movie, with film takes/performances intact. Starting with "Live And Let Die" and "Octopussy" we've begun including the original soundtrack albums too, preserving the unique takes and cuts from those releases. Essentially each CD collection is two programs, the film score and the soundtrack album. We also include additional tracks like extra source cues or alternate versions. Our goal is to get listeners as much James Bond music as possible in the best quality. I posted this here: https://forums.stevehoffman.tv/threads/help-with-collecting-james-bond-007-soundtracks.288504/page-11#post-37037553
nsbulk.bsky.social
I never never never never want to hear an Eagles chant at a Phillies game again.
November 28, 2025 at 10:59 PM
nsbulk.bsky.social
The Eagles are bad and they should feel bad.
November 28, 2025 at 9:48 PM
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nocontexttrek1.bsky.social
Star Trek The Next Generation scene. Dr. Crusher, in her blue Doctor's uniform, stands at a food replicator station. She looks pissed, but like quiet controlled pissed not wild crazy pissed. Closed caption reads, "Computer, deactivate food slot."
November 28, 2025 at 5:30 PM
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chrismohney.bsky.social
really went dark for the sequel
A movie marquee advertises for the films Nuremberg in Zootopia 2
November 28, 2025 at 5:41 PM
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scottsaslow.bsky.social
The latest! King Solomon’s Mines layout/booklet design/reversible cover for @lalalandrecords.bsky.social. Westworld and Excalibur layout/booklet design for @arrowvideo.bsky.social. Westworld artwork by Arik Roper. #PhysicalMedia #GraphicDesign
La-La Land Records and MGM proudly present the restored and remastered re-issue of legendary composer Jerry Goldsmith’s original motion picture score to the 1985 big-screen action-adventure KING SOLOMON’S MINES starring Richard Chamberlain and Sharon Stone, and directed by J. Lee Thompson. This limited edition 2-CD set marks the 40th Anniversary of the film and its brilliant score, which has been meticulously restored, re-edited and re-mastered to shine like never before! Bold, rousing and propulsive, Jerry Goldsmith’s original KING SOLOMON’S MINES score is an orchestral wonder in the grand cinematic adventure tradition. Heroics, romance, high-stakes drama and suspense – Goldsmith delivers big on all of it, all the while retaining his unique artistry and flourish. Previous CD releases of this score have presented the music out of pitch – either too fast or too slow. This reissue finally corrects the issue, presenting the music in perfect pitch on disc for the very first time. Produced by Neil S. Bulk and mastered by Mike Matessino, this reissue boasts positively revelatory sound, with Disc One featuring the film’s “Score Presentation,” painstakingly edited to match the takes, where available, selected by Goldsmith and music editor Ken Hall, and Disc Two containing the “Original Soundtrack Album” and “Additional Tracks.” The “Score Presentation” and “Additional Tracks” were sourced from new high-res stereo tape transfers and the “Original Soundtrack Album” was sourced from the original ¼” stereo tapes prepared by Mike-Ross Trevor, also newly transferred in high-res for this release. Limited to 1000 units, this special release includes exclusive liner notes by writer Jeff Bond and cracking art direction by Scott Saslow, featuring a reversible cover with alternate art! In 1973, novelist-turned-filmmaker Michael Crichton made his directorial debut with Westworld, a groundbreaking fusion of science fiction and action-thriller that would prove decades ahead of its time, laying the groundwork for his later hit Jurassic Park and changing the face of sci-fi. Welcome to Delos, the futuristic resort where, for $1,000 a day, wealthy vacationers can live out their wildest fantasies in hyper-realistic theme parks. In the Old West zone, friends Peter (Richard Benjamin) and John (James Brolin) saddle up for adventure, unaware that their dream holiday is about to turn into a nightmare. When a malfunction sends the park's android hosts off script, the Gunslinger (Yul Brynner, in his iconic black-clad role) begins a relentless pursuit, obliterating the line between simulation and survival. Slick, suspenseful, and eerily prescient, Westworld combines a gripping man-versus-machine chase with thought-provoking questions about technology, control, and the price of playing God. Packed with atmosphere and memorable performances, this cult classic remains a landmark in genre cinema - a high-tech nightmare that never loses its bite. FORGED BY A GOD. FORETOLD BY A WIZARD. FOUND BY A KING. From John Boorman, the director of Point Blank, Deliverance and Zardoz comes the definitive cinematic telling of the life and enduring legend of King Arthur, from birth to death and beyond. Behold, the Sword of Power! Excalibur! Forged when the world was young, and bird and beast and flower were one with man and death was but a dream. Given by Merlin to Uther Pendragon to unite the land in peace but wasted on lust. Driven into stone by Uther's dying hand, there to await the coming of a true King. A journey into the wonders and horrors of the imagination, this is the story of Arthur, the knights of the round table, the golden age of Camelot, the quest for the Holy Grail and of course, the wizard, Merlin. With an extraordinary cast that includes Helen Mirren, Gabriel Byrne, Nicol Williamson and Liam Neeson, Oscar-nominated cinematography by Alex Thomson (Legend) and a thundering score by Trevor Jones, Excalibur makes its Ultra HD debut in a stunning new 4K restoration. From the blood and mud of the battlefield, to the glowing green of ancient woods and gleaming gold of Camelot, experience Excalibur as you never have before.
November 28, 2025 at 4:26 PM
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murray6971.bsky.social
Didn't feel like pie this year so I made mini cupcakes instead. Red Velvet, oh yeah.

#HappyThanksgiving
Mini muffin/cupcake pan with naked red velvet cupcakes cooling on a stove. Mini cupcakes all tarted up with cream cheese frosting sitting in a round Pyrex bowl.
November 28, 2025 at 4:52 AM
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Here’s another @startrek #fanart for y’all. This is probably the fifth or sixth time I’ve drawn #leonardnimoy as the legendary #vulcan #spock 😁
November 27, 2025 at 8:44 PM
nsbulk.bsky.social
The Star Trek: Strategic Operations Simulator arcade game cabinet ornament from Hallmark may be the greatest thing ever.
November 27, 2025 at 9:12 PM
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garaujo1.bsky.social
Now showing at a November 27, 1985 theater near you.
November 27, 1985 newspaper ad for King Solomon’s Mines. November 27, 1985 newspaper ads for Santa Claus The Movie and Rocky IV.
November 27, 2025 at 2:42 PM
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jeffnj1701.bsky.social
“That can’t be right?” As a turkey’s phone says it will be 350 degrees today
November 27, 2025 at 7:04 PM
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If you know, you know.
November 27, 2025 at 6:22 PM
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anybodycanyon.bsky.social
Kurn trying turkey. Screenshot from TNG
November 27, 2025 at 5:50 PM
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unenthusiast.com
"I say we take off and nuke the site from orbit. It's the only way to be sure."
Norman Rockwell's Freedom of Speech but it's Ellen Ripley
November 27, 2025 at 2:30 AM
nsbulk.bsky.social
When I was a kid it was such a big deal when Jaws (Richard Kiel), after two movies, finally spoke.

Also, yes I'm watching "Moonraker" on Pluto TV in the wrong aspect ratio. I'm still enjoying it.
November 27, 2025 at 3:19 AM
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threadotweets.bsky.social
lauren @NotABigJerk For everyone visiting their parents this week: LG tvs call it TrueMotion Roku/TCL calls it Action Smoothing Samsung calls it Auto Motion Plus Sony calls it MotionFlow Panasonic calls it Intelligent Frame Creation Amazon Fire TVs call it Motion Processing 12/25/22
March 1, 2025 at 7:32 AM
nsbulk.bsky.social
It's nice of the Star Trek – The Motion Picture comic adaptation to give away the Voyager VI reveal on the first page.
Star Trek – The Motion Picture from Marvel Comics. The illustration shows the Enterprise, Ilia, Mr. Spock, Admiral Kirk, part of the bridge, a Klingon ship being destroyed and crew members standing in front of Voyager VI. [spoiler alert!]
November 27, 2025 at 1:10 AM
nsbulk.bsky.social
I didn't even realize these had been out of stock from @lalalandrecords.bsky.social. All three are back in stock and eligible for the 12% sale until December 8.

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La-La Land Records and MGM proudly present GORKY PARK: 40th ANNIVERSARY EDITION, a limited edition 2-CD remastered presentation of renowned composer James Horner’s (GLORY, FIELD OF DREAMS, CLEAR AND PRESENT DANGER) original motion picture score to the 1983 big-screen Soviet-era drama GORKY PARK, starring William Hurt, Lee Marvin and Brian Dennehy, and directed by Michael Apted. A notable work in James Horner’s canon, GORKY PARK showcases the composer’s remarkable and varied talents as he creates a fully immersive, multi-layered sound world – blending classical music, 80’s pop-percussion, orchestra and electronics in a compelling fashion that invites the audience into the film, changing them from spectator to active participant. Produced by Neil S. Bulk, and mixed in high-resolution and mastered by Chris Malone, Disc One of this deluxe 2-CD re-issue features the film score without the Tchaikovsky overlays and inserts, while the “film versions” with those Tchaikovsky pieces are presented in the disc’s “Additional Cues” section. Disc Two of the set opens with the original 1983 digital album master, followed by the same program, but from the new high-resolution mixes. The sharp art design is by Jim Titus and the exclusive, in-depth liner notes are by writer Deniz Cordell. This is a limited edition release of 1500 units. La-La Land Records, Columbia Pictures and Sony Music proudly celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the beloved 2002 motion picture SPIDER-MAN with a remastered and expanded 3-CD deluxe presentation of renowned composer Danny Elfman’s (BATMAN, BATMAN RETURNS, DARKMAN, MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE) original score. This landmark super-hero adventure starring Tobey Maguire, Kirsten Dunst and Willem Dafoe, and directed by Sam Raimi, swung the titular webslinger onto the big screen in wildly successful fashion, launching a blockbuster film franchise and creating another wonderful artistic collaboration between director Raimi and composer Elfman, who had previously teamed up for DARKMAN and A SIMPLE PLAN. Teeming with thematic motifs that expertly swing from kinetic and soaring action to heartfelt drama and romance, Elfman’s SPIDER-MAN score is an orchestral knockout and a notable work in the composer’s acclaimed canon. Finally, this 3-CD presentation showcases the score in all its glory, remastered and expanded with a bounty of previously unreleased material! DISC 1 features the original 2002 score soundtrack assembly plus two bonus tracks, while DISCS 2 and 3 unleash the expanded film Score Presentation along with Additional Music bonus cues. Produced by Neil S. Bulk and Dan Goldwasser, and mastered by Doug Schwartz from studio vault elements, this special release is limited to 5000 units and features a 32-Page booklet with exclusive in-depth liner notes by writer Jeff Bond and heroic art direction by Dan Goldwasser. La-La Land Records, Columbia Pictures and Sony Music proudly celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the classic 2004 motion picture SPIDER-MAN 2 with a remastered and expanded 3-CD deluxe presentation of renowned composer Danny Elfman’s (BATMAN, DARKMAN, MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE, SPIDER-MAN) original score. This revered follow-up to 2002’s top box office hit reunited stars Tobey Maguire and Kirsten Dunst with director Sam Raimi and would ultimately be praised by many as one of the great comic-book films of all time - and it would further expand and evolve the strikingly creative collaboration between director Raimi and composer Elfman. Building on his notable work for the first film, Elfman’s SPIDER-MAN 2 score slings and swings even higher and farther. Big, bold, thematic – this is blockbuster superhero music at its most dynamic. Full of action, courage and danger, yet remarkably emotional and focused on character, heart and romance, the composer’s work is a revelation within this long overdue, deluxe presentation which finally unleashes the score in all its brilliance, remastered and greatly expanded with a treasure trove of previously unreleased material! DISC 1 features the original 2004 score-only soundtrack assembly plus two bonus tracks, while DISCS 2 and 3 showcase the expanded film Score Presentation along with Additional Music and Additional Score Cues. Produced by Neil S. Bulk and Dan Goldwasser, and mastered by Doug Schwartz from studio vault elements, this special release is limited to 3000 units and features a 32-Page booklet with exclusive in-depth liner notes by writer Jeff Bond and heroic art direction by Dan Goldwasser.
November 26, 2025 at 11:05 PM
nsbulk.bsky.social
James Horner's score to Star Trek II – The Wrath of Khan is back in stock from @lalalandrecords.bsky.social. Better still, order it by December 8 and you'll get 12% off your order. Details are on the site.

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La-La Land Records, Paramount Pictures and Atlantic Records proudly present a limited edition, remastered 2- CD release of legendary composer James Horner’s (FIELD OF DREAMS, GLORY, TITANIC) original motion picture score to the classic 1982 sci-fi blockbuster STAR TREK II – THE WRATH OF KHAN, starring William Shatner, Leonard Nimoy and DeForest Kelley, and directed by Nicholas Meyer. Considered to be one of James Horner’s finest scores, this deluxe reissue showcases this masterwork sounding better-than-ever and expanded with previously unreleased alternate tracks. Disc One features the score presentation, while Disc Two presents the re-mastered 1982 Original Soundtrack Album and additional music. Produced by Neil S. Bulk and Mike Matessino, and re-mixed and mastered by Mike Matessino, this special 2-CD release is limited to 10000 units and features art design by Jim Titus. Disc One, and the additional score tracks on Disc Two, have been re-edited and remixed in hi-res from newly discovered 1st generation analog 3-track stereo tapes. The original soundtrack album has been newly remixed from digital-to-analog 3-track stereo tapes made in 1982. The exclusive, in-depth liner notes by writer and musical director/conductor Deniz Cordell feature new comments from Sara Horner, Nicholas Meyer, producer Robert Sallin, former Paramount Music President Joel Sill, and longtime Horner collaborators Jim Henrikson and J.A.C. Redford.
November 26, 2025 at 9:45 PM
nsbulk.bsky.social
Here's Sean Connery pointing a gun at my head at last night's showing of "A View To A Kill." Big thanks to the hosts of "To Live and Let Die in LA" and the half of the audience that stayed for the Q&A.
November 26, 2025 at 8:23 PM
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murray6971.bsky.social
Spontaneous (2020). This literally brought me joy while we were all stuck in limbo. It felt made for that moment. I still recommend it highly.
November 26, 2025 at 6:22 PM
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peterapeel.bsky.social
Opening day of STAR TREK IV: THE VOYAGE HOME (with a decent amount of 70mm prints), 11/26/86
November 26, 2025 at 6:03 PM
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goldsmithodyssey.bsky.social
New Soundtrack Spotlight! The good folks at @lalalandrecords.bsky.social have released a new 2-disc presentation of Jerry Goldsmith’s KING SOLOMON’S MINES, and Jens spoke with @nsbulk.bsky.social and Jeff Bond about their work on the album. Enjoy! goldsmithodyssey.buzzsprout.com/159614/episo...
Odyssey Soundtrack Spotlight - King Solomon's Mines (1985) with Neil S. Bulk and Jeff Bond - The Goldsmith Odyssey
The good folks at La-La Land Records have unveiled this year's Black Friday releases, and we're pleased to bring you a Soundtrack Spotlight on their latest Goldsmith offering. J. Lee Thompson's 1985 f...
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November 26, 2025 at 5:22 PM
nsbulk.bsky.social
Jerry Goldsmith's score to "King Solomon's Mines" returns to Compact Disc with this new edition from @lalalandrecords.bsky.social. All new high-res tape transfers have been re-edited and re-mastered for this collection. It can be ordered at the link below.

lalalandrecords.com/king-solomon...
LLLCD 1685 Music by Jerry Goldsmith Limited Edition of 1000 Units RETAIL PRICE: $32.98 La-La Land Records and MGM proudly present the restored and remastered re-issue of legendary composer Jerry Goldsmith’s original motion picture score to the 1985 big-screen action-adventure KING SOLOMON’S MINES starring Richard Chamberlain and Sharon Stone, and directed by J. Lee Thompson. This limited edition 2-CD set marks the 40th Anniversary of the film and its brilliant score, which has been meticulously restored, re-edited and re-mastered to shine like never before! Bold, rousing and propulsive, Jerry Goldsmith’s original KING SOLOMON’S MINES score is an orchestral wonder in the grand cinematic adventure tradition. Heroics, romance, high-stakes drama and suspense – Goldsmith delivers big on all of it, all the while retaining his unique artistry and flourish. Previous CD releases of this score have presented the music out of pitch – either too fast or too slow. This reissue finally corrects the issue, presenting the music in perfect pitch on disc for the very first time. Produced by Neil S. Bulk and mastered by Mike Matessino, this reissue boasts positively revelatory sound, with Disc One featuring the film’s “Score Presentation,” painstakingly edited to match the takes, where available, selected by Goldsmith and music editor Ken Hall, and Disc Two containing the “Original Soundtrack Album” and “Additional Tracks.” The “Score Presentation” and “Additional Tracks” were sourced from new high-res stereo tape transfers and the “Original Soundtrack Album” was sourced from the original ¼” stereo tapes prepared by Mike-Ross Trevor, also newly transferred in high-res for this release. Limited to 1000 units, this special release includes exclusive liner notes by writer Jeff Bond and cracking art direction by Scott Saslow, featuring a reversible cover with alternate art!
November 26, 2025 at 5:02 PM
nsbulk.bsky.social
Elmer Bernstein's score to "Devil In A Blue Dress" finally comes to Compact Disc from @lalalandrecords.bsky.social. The original album only had three cues, two of which weren't in the film and one that was heavily re-edited.

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DEVIL IN A BLUE DRESS: LIMITED EDITION LLLCD 1681 Music by Elmer Bernstein Limited Edition of 2000 units RETAIL PRICE: $21.98 La-La Land Records and Tri-Star Pictures present the official, world premiere CD release of renowned composer Elmer Bernstein’s (THE GRIFTERS, HEAVY METAL, THE AGE OF INNOCENCE) original motion picture score to the acclaimed big screen ‘40s era mystery thriller DEVIL IN A BLUE DRESS starring Denzel Washington and Jennifer Beals, and directed by Carl Franklin. In bringing writer Walter Mosley’s famed 1990 novel to cinematic life, director Carl Franklin called on legendary composer Elmer Bernstein to craft a score to help the lead character Ezekiel “Easy” Rawlins navigate his way through a seductive and dangerous post-WWII ‘40s Los Angeles. Elegant and mysterious, brooding and sensuous, Bernstein’s work is as retro-classic as it is contemporary, blending soulful blues and jazz motifs with traditional dramatic scoring. The result is both subtle and powerful and altogether mesmerizing. The previous original CD soundtrack release was song-centric, containing only three original score tracks. Finally, Elmer Bernstein’s score is unleashed in all its brilliance within this expanded score presentation! Produced by Neil S. Bulk and mastered by Doug Schwartz, this release is limited to 2000 units, features exclusive liner notes by writer Jeff Bond, and is art directed by Dan Goldwasser.
November 26, 2025 at 5:02 PM