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How a Weird Email Led to Film Scoring | Music News
Dan Deacon’s wild ride from ignoring Nigerian prince scams to scoring Francis Ford Coppola’s horror film Twixt proves that opportunity often hides in the most unexpected places. What started as a bizarre email chain led to a career pivot—Deacon now thrives as a film scorer, balancing creative freedom with steady work, all while ditching the grueling touring life. At 45, he’s redefined his artistic purpose: crafting immersive, genre-bending soundtracks that serve the story without stealing the spotlight. His approach? Treat every project like choosing a roommate—only keep collaborators who…
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