“Trailerization” is a relatively new phenomenon wherein a classic song is given contemporary movie score treatment, usually for a film trailer to hype a new blockbuster movie. Often the song itself isn’t even in the movie but the cover or remix is just commissioned for the trailer. The reason it has become a popular advertising strategy is because of a belief that the familiarity of known lyrics will help the trailer stick in the minds of the audience.

Juliet Lyons is a new age/chillout musician who has been putting out music for nearly 20 years. Her music has routinely been used in soundtracks for both TV and film. Chris Wirsig is a prolific score composer working across media. The two have teamed up to cover George Michael’s/Wham!’s “Careless Whisper.” Continue reading »