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Celebrate Community With The Broad + LA TACO Saturday November 15, 2025, 12-5Pm
ARTIST PATRICK MARTINEZ IN CONVERSATION W/ L.A. TACO AND SINGER MIGUEL “BUILDING COMMUNITY THROUGH JOURNALISM, ART, AND MUSIC: MEMO TORRES, PATRICK MARTINEZ, AND MIGUEL” 3-4 PM DJ SETS FROM DIEGO FUEGO, MARVELOUZ, DEEJAY A.Z., DJ FONDO FREE PATRICK MARTINEZ POSTER GIVEAWAY: LA MIGRACIÓN ES NATURAL RSVP FOR THE CONVERSATION HERE - VERY LIMITED CAPACITY This Saturday afternoon, The Broad invites you to a vibrant celebration of Los Angeles’ unique spirit. In partnership with
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Hollywood Records Releases 'The Predator: Badlands' Original Motion Picture Soundtrack Music By Sarah Schachner and Benjamin Wallfisch
OUT NOW ON ALL DIGITAL PLATFORMS Spotify | Apple Music | Amazon Music | YouTube Music The release of Predator: Badlands brings a fresh chapter to the iconic franchise, not only through its futuristic setting and gripping story but also with a soundtrack that deeply enhances the cinematic experience. Composed by Sarah Schachner and Benjamin Wallfisch, the original motion picture soundtrack captures the film’s emotional depth and adventurous spirit. Available now on Spotify
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Jay Kelly: Nicholas Britell’s Analog Masterpiece
Earlier this week, I attended a screening of Jay Kelly at Netflix Epic, hosted by the Society of Composers and Lyricists (SCL), what unfolded was a mesmerizing sense of nostalgia and self reflection that lingered long after the credits.
6 days ago


Celebrating the 2026 GRAMMY Nominees: Reactions from Composers and Producers
The 2026 GRAMMYS nominations have just been announced, and excitement is buzzing across the music community. This year’s list highlights some remarkable talent, especially among composers and producers who have contributed to unforgettable soundtracks and instrumental works. Let’s take a closer look at the reactions from a few standout nominees whose work has resonated deeply within the industry. Lili Haydn & Paul Cantelon for their stunning album, Lullabies for the Brokenhea
7 days ago


2025 Hollywood Music in Media Awards™ Nominations: Spotlight Our Night Temple Community
The 2025 Hollywood Music in Media Awards™ (HMMA) nominations are officially live, celebrating outstanding achievements across film, TV, video games, commercials, and more. As the first organization to honor original music in all visual media, HMMA has long been a leader for the industry’s most respected awards. This year, we’re especially proud to highlight several composers and songwriters from the Night Temple community whose work earned well-deserved recognition.
7 days ago


Deadline’s Sound & Screen: Film 2025 Brings an Unforgettable Night of Music to UCLA’s Royce Hall
Last night, Deadline’s Sound & Screen: Film 2025 took over UCLA’s Royce Hall for an unforgettable evening celebrating this year’s most captivating film scores and songs. With a 60-piece orchestra and a lineup of Oscar winners, pop icons, and industry favorites, the event once again reminded audiences why music remains one of cinema’s most powerful storytelling forces.
Nov 6


Ayda Akbal Wins Emerging Screen Composer of the Year!
Join us in celebrating the incredible Ayda Akbal , who has been named Emerging Screen Composer of the Year at the 2025 Screen Music Awards! 👏 Recognized for her distinctive musical voice and growing body of work, Ayda continues to establish herself as one of the most exciting and original new talents in screen composition. Her ability to blend emotional depth with sonic innovation has already earned her multiple accolades, including the 2023 Global Professional Development
Nov 5


The Night Temple Halloween Party: A Night to Remember
As October came to a close and the veil between worlds grew thin, The Night Temple opened its doors for our very first Halloween celebration. And what a night it was!
Nov 3


Our Favorite Horror Scores
The spookiest night of the year is almost here and The Night Temple is celebrating with our first-ever Halloween Party this Friday, October 31st in Los Feliz!
Oct 29


String Night Event: October Edition Recap
Every third Saturday of the month, we celebrate incredible composers with our String Night event in Franklin Hills. This intimate showcase brings composers, musicians, and audiences together for a beautiful evening of music, homemade food, and fun.
Oct 21


Spotlight On Persephone Godwin
Persephone Godwin is a solo recording artist, songwriter, and lyricist residing in Los Angeles, California. Her first album "I'll Be Ready In A Minute..." won a Jim Beam Emerging Artist grant propelling her to work on numerous projects, including lending harmonies to artists as diverse as Hal Ketchum, Willie Nelson, Michael Spriggs, and prog rock band Days Between Station ft. Billy Sherwood (Yes) and most recently OpulentSounds. Along with her partner Matt Richardson, she co
Oct 17


Get Ready for the Night Temple Halloween Party! 👻🎃
As October nights grow colder and the veil between worlds begins to thin, there’s only one place you’ll want to be this Halloween: the Night Temple Halloween Party.
Oct 15


LABRFF: Celebrating Brazilian Cinema in Los Angeles
The 18th edition of the Los Angeles Brazilian Film Festival is taking place this week at The Culver Theater, featuring an extensive lineup of film screenings and with its closing event still to come.
Oct 15


The Night Temple's For Your Grammy® Consideration Event Recap
On September 26th, we had the honor of hosting a beautiful For Your Grammy® Consideration event featuring Bettina Bush, Lili Haydn & Paul Cantelon, Get Lit Collective, and Nikhil Koparkar, each one campaigning in a different category.
Oct 14


For Your Grammy® Consideration: "The Bloom Project" for Best Global Music Album
The Bloom Project is a feminist reinterpretation of Chinese “shidaiqu”—an early 20th-century fusion of Chinese folk and Western jazz that emerged in 1920s Shanghai. The artist, Aida Song, reimagined these classic melodies with contemporary lyrics and bold arrangements that weave EDM, traditional Chinese instruments, and rap.
Oct 14


Guillermo Del Toro's Frankenstein: A new take on an old tale
Earlier this week, I had the pleasure of attending the Los Angeles premiere of Guillermo del Toro ’s Frankenstein at the Academy’s David Geffen Theater. The new Netflix film marks another collaboration between the Pinocchio (2022) director and the streaming platform. Rather than creating another traditional monster horror story, Guillermo described the film as a “family drama,” as actress Mia Goth mentioned during the red carpet event. The movie is divided into two parts.
Oct 8


Spotlight on Katherina Hristova
Katherina Hristova is a German-Bulgarian award-winning composer for film and media based in Los Angeles. She holds a Master’s degree in Screen Scoring from USC and a Bachelor’s degree in Composition from the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire (UK).
Oct 4


Hispanic Heritage Month: Championing Our Stories
Last week, I had the pleasure of attending NALIP’s Hispanic Heritage Month: Championing Our Stories , presented in association with Latin Tracking Board and HRTS Associates Los Angeles. The panel featured leading Latino voices in the film industry, including Joey Chavez , Margie Moreno , Roberto Larios , Daniela Federman , Gina Reyes , and NALIP’s Executive Director and evening moderator, Diana Luna . The discussion highlighted how each panelist works to champion emerging Lat
Sep 30


The Lost Bus: A True Story of Survival and Courage
This weekend, I had the opportunity to attend an early screening of the new Apple TV+ movie The Lost Bus at the historic Chinese Theater in Hollywood. Starring America Ferrera and Matthew McConaughey , the film tells the true story of California’s 2018 Camp Fire, the deadliest and most destructive wildfire in the state’s history. The story follows Kevin, a school bus driver, and Mary, an elementary school teacher, as they try to escape the wildfire while keeping the childre
Sep 23


Your Chance to Score Complimentary Tickets to Los Angeles Brazilian Film Festival
The 18th edition of the Los Angeles Brazilian Film Festival (LABRFF) will take place from October 13–16, 2025 , showcasing an exceptional selection of feature films and shorts from Brazil, South America, and beyond. In addition to its carefully curated screenings, the festival will open with a red-carpet Opening Ceremony on October 13 and conclude with a Closing Ceremony on October 16. For nearly two decades, LABRFF has been a global platform for independent filmmakers, amp
Sep 18
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