Sony Drops ‘Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba Infinity Castle’ Trailer, Key Visual
The first film in a 3-part cinematic trilogy will hit IMAX and premium large format theatres in the US and Canada on September 12.
Category: Music and Sound
Future Brain Media Releases First Official ‘City Island’ Soundtrack
Featuring original songs from the PBS Kids animated series written and performed by Tunde Adebimpe, the album is now available on all major streaming platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon.
‘Sing a Bit of Harmony’ and the Anime Musical
Columnist Andrew Osmond enthuses about the musical comedy, now on Crunchyroll, and how not all anime musicals feature pop idols.
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Disney Branded Television Announces ‘Mickey Mouse Clubhouse+’ Debut
The continuation of Emmy-winning ‘Mickey Mouse Clubhouse’ premieres July 21 on Disney Jr., next day on Disney+; features 'Hot Dog!' song by They Might Be Giants from original series.
Behind ‘Big Mouth’s Animated Mayhem: Go Inside the Series with Anthony Lioi
With Nick Kroll and Andrew Goldberg’s ground-breaking, sometimes raunchy, always hilarious, Emmy Award-winning adult comedy’s 8-season run now concluded, the EP and supervising director discusses the Netflix show’s rich, boundary-pushing visual design, production challenges, and occasional jizz reference.
‘Lost in Starlight’ and South Korean Animation
Anime columnist Andrew Osmond looks at the spectacular new animated feature that premiered on Netflix last Friday.
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Universal Drops ‘Wicked: For Good’ Official Trailer
They’re coming for Elphaba, now known as the Wicked Witch of the West, in the epic conclusion of Jon M. Chu’s 2-part musical fantasy adventure that tells the untold story of the witches of Oz, Elphaba and Glinda; hits theaters this November.
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The Frank Barton Company Launches ‘Pim Pam Pino’ on YouTube
The preschool series, conceived as a 3D project that feels handmade, features playful learning moments with original songs using wooden piece characters; Season 2 is underway amidst a search for platform distribution.
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Emmy Winning ‘The Simpsons’ Composer Alf Clausen Passes at 84
The prolific creative, also known for his work on ‘Moonlighting’ and ‘ALF,’ passed away on May 29 after a battle with Parkinson’s disease.
I’ve Found the Perfect Me: Inside the Making of ‘Lulu is a Rhinoceros’
Father-daughter creators Jason and Allison Flom reflect on their journey from picture book to animated musical special, incorporating original songs, vivid visuals, and character-driven storytelling to create a show grounded in curiosity, joy, and belonging; streams May 30 on Apple TV+.
Exclusive Clip: Apple TV+’s ‘Lulu Is a Rhinoceros – Volleyball Game’
Lulu’s volleyball game doesn’t go as planned as the players question why she doesn’t look or act like a rhinoceros at all; the animated musical special, which features original songs by Leland, follows a rhinoceros on a quest to spread kindness; premieres globally May 30.
Netflix Debuts ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Official Trailer, Key Art
Arden Cho, Ahn Hyo-seop, May Hong, and Ji-young Yoo star in the animated film about badass demon hunters protecting fans from supernatural threats, which features music from Teddy Park, 24, Danny Chung, KUSH, and DOMINSUK of THEBLACKLABEL; debuts June 20.
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‘Solo Leveling’ Tops Crunchyroll's 2025 Anime Awards
The A-1 Pictures series, based on the best-selling Korean web novel by Chugong, took home 8 awards, including the coveted ‘Anime of the Year;’ 51 million fans worldwide voted on their favorites.
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Pretty Amazing Launches ‘Fizzy's Lunch Lab’ Roblox Game ‘Food Tower Defense’
Players can actively participate in the ‘Fizzy's Lunch Lab’ world via the new immersive experience, which fosters food-focused fun for kids.
New Trailer, Theme Song Drop for ‘Dan Da Dan’ Season 2
New season kicks off with the theatrical premiere of ‘Dan Da Dan: Evil Eye’ in Asia on May 30, North America on June 6, and Europe on June 7; series streams globally July 3.
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CTN Foundation Announces 2025 Scholarship Recipients
Over 100 artists from 28 countries will receive either a full scholarship, a partial scholarship with distinction, or an honorable mention, and engage in workshops, masterclasses, and one-on-one mentorships led by 12 industry leaders.
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Apple TV+ Drops ‘Lulu Is a Rhinoceros’ Animated Special Trailer
Based on the children’s book of the same name by Jason and Allison Flom, the musical, which features original songs by Leland, follows a rhinoceros on a quest to spread kindness; premieres globally May 30.
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EGOT Winner Tim Rice Joins ‘The Land of Sometimes’ Animated Feature
The prolific songwriter, known for his work on ‘Evita,’ ‘The Lion King,’ and others, will pen 3 new songs for the film, which stars Ewan McGregor, Helena Bonham Carter, and Mel Brooks; debuts later this year.
Lenovo to Bring Vidu Generative Video to PCs, Smart Hardware Ecosystem
The solution streamlines production of high-quality transitions, HD video outputs, 48 kHz sound effects and music, and animated character transitions.
Whiskey Jugs and Experimental Choirs: The Music of ‘Snow White’
Composer Jeff Morrow talks about the challenges of scoring the live-action adaptation of one of Disney’s most famous animated tales and its iconic ‘Heigh-Ho’ and ‘Whistle While You Work,’ while integrating all-new songs from Benj Pasek and Justin Paul.
‘Haibane Renmei’ and ‘Aria: The Animation’: A Look at Mellow Anime
Andrew Osmond discusses 2 vintage series, one made when the premise of being reborn into a new world wasn’t yet a hackneyed trope, the other about ordinary, everyday lives that’s far from just a ‘slice of life’ tale.
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Netflix Announces ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Voice Cast, Musical Artists, Release Date
Arden Cho, Ahn Hyo-seop, May Hong, Ji-young Yoo star in the animated film, which features music from Teddy Park, 24, Danny Chung, KUSH, and DOMINSUK of THEBLACKLABEL; debuts June 20.
Exclusive Clip: ‘Sneaks – Everybody Has a Price’ with Anthony Mackie, Martin Lawrence
All-new animated family film follows a misguided designer sneaker, Ty, who knows no life outside his velvet-lined shoe box, as he braves NYC to rescue his sister shoe stolen by a shady collector; hits theaters April 18.
‘Lulu Is a Rhinoceros’ Family Musical Special Coming to Apple TV+
Based on the children’s book of the same name by father-daughter duo Jason and Allison Flom, the animated pop music event is all about kindness, acceptance and embracing one’s true self.
2025 Crunchyroll Anime Awards Nominees, Presenters Announced
Anime of the Year noms include ‘DAN DA DAN,’ ‘Delicious in Dungeon,’ ‘Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End,’ ‘Kaiju No. 8,’ ‘Solo Leveling,’ and ‘The Apothecary Diaries;’ Finn Wolfhard, Gaten Matarazzo, and Damiano David top list of presenters planned for live May 25 Tokyo ceremony.
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