FRIDAY THE 13TH Original Motion Picture Score: Harry Manfredini
Manfredini’s minimalist horror scoring at its most effective: sharp string stabs, lurking synths, and that infamous whispered ‘ki-ki-ki, ma-ma-ma’ doing most of the heavy lifting.
Manfredini’s music doesn’t so much accompany the films as stalk them, building tension through repetition, silence and sudden jolts rather than grand themes. Strip away the camp reputation, and you’re left with a masterclass in low-budget atmosphere - unsettling, and far more influential than it gets credit for.
Essential late-night listening if you like your soundtracks cold, creepy and quietly iconic.
Limited Edition gatefold with 11" x 11" art print
180g Orange Marbled [Campfire] vinyl
Manfredini’s minimalist horror scoring at its most effective: sharp string stabs, lurking synths, and that infamous whispered ‘ki-ki-ki, ma-ma-ma’ doing most of the heavy lifting.
Manfredini’s music doesn’t so much accompany the films as stalk them, building tension through repetition, silence and sudden jolts rather than grand themes. Strip away the camp reputation, and you’re left with a masterclass in low-budget atmosphere - unsettling, and far more influential than it gets credit for.
Essential late-night listening if you like your soundtracks cold, creepy and quietly iconic.
Limited Edition gatefold with 11" x 11" art print
180g Orange Marbled [Campfire] vinyl
Label: Waxworks Records WW13
Format: Vinyl
Country: US
Released: 2019
Media condition: A
Sleeve condition: A