In his score for the PBS documentary, The Mosque In Morgantown, KAREEM ROUSTOM merged elements of Arabic, North Indian, W. Virginia bluegrass and electronica. Thus, it was this intricately constructed musical composition that earned KAREEM an Emmy Nomination in the category, “OUTSTANDING INDIVIDUAL ACHIEVEMENT IN A CRAFT: MUSIC & SOUND.”
ROUSTOM is an award winning composer and WORLD SEND client, notable for blending Western traditions with Middle Eastern elements. He has been an active participant in the film and television industry for many years, having collaborated with a wide variety of artists ranging from the Philadelphia Orchestra to Shakira. More recently, KAREEM is acclaimed for his work in Amreeka, which was nominated for 3 Spirit awards and the winner of the International Film Critics Award (FIPRESCI) at Cannes 2009.
Variety Magazine has hailed Julia Bacha’s documentary Budrus Has a Hammer as an “inspiring docu that stresses peaceful resistance as the best means of conflict resolution.” Kareem Roustom scored the film, also notably mentioned by Variety, as “a strong score which adds to the momentum and underlines key moments.”
To read the full review of Budrus, go to Variety.com.
Amreeka has been nominated for ‘Best Feature Film’ for the Gotham Awards. The other nominees include ‘Big Fan,’ ‘The Hurt Locker,’ ‘The Maid,’ and ‘A Serious Man’. Amreeka was scored by Worlds End client KAREEM ROUSTOM.
Amreeka, which opened at the Arclight in Los Angeles last weekend, received a rave review in Entertainment Weekly. The film received international acclaim earlier this year when it ran in the Director’s Fortnight at the Cannes Film Festival (receiving the top prize), and also won the Grand Jury Prize at the Sundance Film Festival. Amreeka’s score was composed by Kareem Roustom.
Debut Album From Restless People Out September 14th On IAMSOUND Records
Brooklyn's Restless People will release their self-titled debut album on September 14th on IAMSOUND Records. The band, which features members of Tanlines, Professor Murder and Don Caballero, have been hailed for their irresistible, upbeat brand of dance-pop.
TRACKLIST
Days of Our Lives
Constant Panic
Don't Back Down
Little Sky
Basic Needs
Practical Magic
Practical Magic II
Victimless Crime
IAMSOUND Records To Release King Night by Salem On September 28th
Salem, the Traverse City/Chicago based trio have announced the worldwide release of their debut album King Night, out September 28th on IAMSOUND Records. Mixed by Dave Sardy, the album accents Salem's ability to create chilling soundscapes, striking a delicate balance between menacing and serene.
Following a series of limited edition 7" singles released throughout 2008 and 2009, the band has already garnered the attention of The FADER, The New York Times, LA Weekly, and Pitchfork.
TRACKLIST
1. King Night
2. Asia
3. Frost
4. Sick
5. Release Da Boar
6. Trapdoor
7. Redlights
8. Hound
9. Traxx
10. Tair
11. Killer
For info regarding licensing music from any artist from IAMSOUND Records, contact: Colin Chambers or Kevin Krump
