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Stranger Things Volumes One and Two feature the original score by Kyle Dixon and Michael Stein, members of the popular Austin experimental synth band S U R V I V E. “The directors were previously fans of S U R V I V E. They used a song from our first LP in a trailer they made to pitch their concept to Netflix. Once the show was picked up, they reached out to see if we were available to score the show,” Dixon stated. Stein added, “We discussed having a classic tone and feel to the music for the show but being reserved enough that it wasn't ’80s cheese, while offering a refreshing quality so that felt modern. This was one of the qualities that drew them to our music in the first place. Having a familiarity with classic synths worked, but with an overall forward thinking approach.” Formed in 2009, the prolific Austin, TX experimental synth quartet S U R V I V E have released two full­-lengths and numerous EPs / singles since their inception, including recent contributions to the soundtrack for the acclaimed indie horror film The Guest. S U R V I V E has appeared at esteemed festivals across the US including Moogfest, Levitation Fest, Fun Fun Fun, Beserktown, Day in The Desert, Decibel, etc. and have played alongside acts like Goblin, John Maus, Tame Impala, Lightning Bolt, This Will Destroy You, A... more credits released July 14, 2017 Composer: Kyle Dixon Title Theme: Michael Stein Composer, Engineer: Michael Stein OST Arrangement: Dixon & Stein Soundtrack Album Producers: Kyle Dixon & Michael Stein Executive Soundtrack Album Producers: The Duffer Brothers Music Supervisor: Nora Felder