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Even though this topic is not related to just Katie Holmes, I still think it is related to her and her past Dawson's Creek role. When the third season of Dawson's Creek was released, I was very disappointed to find out that the majority of the music played in the original episodes had been changed by Paul Stupin, Dawson's Creek executive producer, with collaboration from co-producer Drew Matich, and music supervisor John McCullough. I understand that they made this choice because of licensing, prices as stated when the second season of Dawson's Creek came out last winter and I know if they paid for the fees it would cost more to purchase the DVD's thereby upsetting the fans. However, either way, I think that the fans are disappointed. I personally think that the music played during each episode is very
important for setting the scene and the mood that the characters are in. In season two even though the first episode was not altered, almost every episode after that had changes in at least half its songs. For example, a very important Dawson and Joey moment was their first fight as a real couple. And in the touching moment when they reunited under the rain at Pacey's 16th birthday party, Billie Myers' "Kiss the Rain" was playing. However in the DVD set that song was replaced by "If You Came Back" by Tommy Holmes, which for me ruins the moment between them because whenever I hear "Kiss the Rain" I always think of that scene when Dawson and Joey put their heads together and the rain suddenly stops. Another one of my favorite moments was in episode #219 when Dawson goes with Joey to visit her mother's grave for the first time. Originally "Lose Your Way" by Sophie B. Hawkins was used, which can be heard on the first Dawson's Creek Soundtrack, but it is now replaced with "She Dances On" by Amy Cook. As for the third season DVD set, it was especially disappointing to find out that Paula Coles' opening theme song of "I Don't Want to Wait" was replaced with "Run Like Mad" by Jann Arden. What is Dawson's Creek without Paula Coles' famous song, "I Don't Want to Wait"? That song became popular in part because it was used on the show in 1998 and everytime people hear it they think of that teenage show on the creek with kids climbing through each other's windows and using vocabulary too advanced for their own age. In addition, some scenes in season three have been changed, such as in episode #302 when Joey and Dawson are sitting on the docks talking about their current relationship and Dawson gives her his necklace, originally Tuck and Patti's song "Time after Time" was used and now on the DVD set it's "Deep Blue Ocean" by Lisa Meri. Or in episode #320, "The Longest Day": at the end when Joey and Pacey are sharing their last close moment as a potential couple; the original song used was "In Your Keeping" by Jann Arden which made the scene that much more darker and sad with its lyrics and sound as opposed to the new song used,"Buttons" by Annie Palmer. All in all, music is a very important component to the tv show as it adds character and sets the mood for the scene. However, watching the DVD's over again, it is almost as if I am seeing each episode for the first time with the new replaced music and I think it takes away the goodness and feeling of that episode. Dawson and Joey are no longer "Kissing the Rain" without Billie Myers. They are no longer there "Time after Time" for each other without Tuck and Patti's song, sharing that close moment of friendship. Although it may or may not be a noticeable change for other fans who watch the DVDs I still think it's a very important subject matter that will probably continue with the release of the remaining Dawson's Creek DVDs. Lastly, all music changes can be found on the Dawson's Creek main website which is still being updated even though the show has ended.
From Oshram: From Marie: I must say I totally agree with what you said about the importance of music. I also do still associate certain songs with certain scenes on the show. But music is replaceable. The first time you see an episode it's like you "live" it, you can "feel" it. And the music you hear, it's THE music for this scene, the best one, because it will always be the one that your memory associates with the feelings you had watching the scene. I haven't seen any episode on DVD yet, so I don't know the musical changes they made. But I can tell you what change was odd to me. When the first season of DC aired on German television the theme song was Jann Arden's "Run like mad". So can you imagine how disappointed I was when I first heard the theme song of season two, Paula Cole's original theme? For me Jann Arden's song stood for everything that DC meant to me. It reminds me of the time when I started to love that show. So for me the question was: What is DC without "Run like mad"? My point is, that it's not important if a song is perfectly chosen for a scene, it's just important that it is chosen at all. If we love a scene on DC, we'll love the music that's in it the first time we see the episode. It will be that song that will remember us forever of the great moments we witnessed and no other song can do this for us. From Lauren: I was a little disappointed with the music changes on the DVD's.I had taped a majority of the show on television, so I knew what songs were coming up on the episodes. I was shocked to find out they were changed. Luckily it did not downplay the acting or the emotions of the scenes. They were just as wonderful. It just threw me off a little bit. The only song the should not have changed was the theme song. I always hear the Paula Cole song and automatically think of the show. Without the song, there was something missing. I think for the season 4 DVD set, they should stick with the original music. From Laura: Well... first of all... I would like to say that Dawson's Creek is my favorite show. I've actually just got done watching the third season on DVD. When I came across this article it was kind of funny. I didn't really think about the whole "changed music" thing. At first the theme song was very unusual but after awhile, I got used to it. Yes, it shouldn't have changed but it didn't interfere with what I really wanted to watch. My feelings for the show and EVERY episode was the same and much more. The music selections were still right for the mood and the scene. I really don't have a problem with it. From Mike: For me personally, the music changes don't bother me. Then again, I haven't bought the DVDs and rewatched episodes. It's doubtful I'd remember what song was played in various scenes anyway. As long as they insert a new song that still conveys the same feeling as the original, I'd be happy (as a casual DC fan). And hey, a new song might even be better than the original--of course, no one can erase their memory of a scene, so for those who DO remember the original song, they'll always watch that scene while simultaneously comparing the 2 songs. I'd like to say I feel that the studios producing the DVDs should take into consideration the fact that most of the DVDs will be bought not by curious non-fans, but by people who watched and loved the show when it was on before, people who are dedicated enough to the show that they'd spend $40 (60? I'm not up on the price) to see it again and again. But I can't. If the decision of whether or not to make/sell DVDs of a series hinges on whether or not they can buy the rights to music at a reasonable price, I, as a fan, would rather have *something* rather than nothing, because there's no guarantee the DVDs will evvvver get made if they wait around for the music costs to go down. By then, the studios and the fans will have moved on and most fans will have forgotten they even wanted the DVDs to begin with. So, to sum up, yes studios should consider their consumers' motivations for buying the product (in this case, the viewers loved the show as it was originally aired, and that's what they want to buy), but they also have to balance that with making sure it's profitable. From Lenny: The bottom line here is that "they cheaped the deal", so the DVD is just a bad knock-off. If you wouldn't buy other knock-off's you shouldn't buy this one. Better still, we should all boycott these knock-off's, as vocally as possible, because we really aren't getting what we are paying for. This may force the powers that be to put out a real product or they won't make any money. That's what it is all about with these people. It's not about the fans. They don't give a shit about us. It's all about the money. So, everyone, close your wallets now. From Tony: I feel like in some ways the music is better when it is changed because it gives the first time feeling. It makes me feel like I am seeing the show for the very first time. However I do agree that it takes away from the Joey/Dawson or Joey/Pacey character moments that are vital to the story. I usually don't even pay attention to the songs. I love the show and wish there were a movie or a reunion show in a few years because the show has touched me in so many ways. It has totally changed my life. From Mark: The music changes in the Dawson's Creek DVDs infuriate me. I watched every episode of DC that ever aired starting with the very first show. There are so many great scenes that were made even better because of the music. When watching season two I awaited hearing Save Tonight by Eagle Eye Cherry at the end of episode two. Nope. There are countless other examples and I am seriously debating even buying any more of these bastardized versions of a show I love. I would gladly pay twice what I did to be able to see the same show I know and love. From Dan: I have been a huge DC fan practically since it began and being an aspiring writer/filmmaker, it has been a huge creative inspiration not only for that, but for life itself as I grew up with these characters (i.e. their senior year was my senior year etc), so when I came to find that Paula Cole's theme song was replaced, I was outraged! It is one thing to change various songs throughout the episodes but to change the theme for which the show is known for is just appalling. The new song isn't even good and I cringe every time it comes on. Completely disgraces the show and all it has stood for to me and to the majority of the fans out there. With the extremely loyal fan base DC has had over the years and the money they have raked in, you would have thought they could make a better attempt or simply pay what was demanded for the theme song alone. I tried writing Sony Pictures/Columbia Television about this but of course no response. I am utterly shocked, appalled, disappointed and feel shame for watching a now wretched duplicate of one of the greatest television shows of all time. From Kim: I totally agree..the whole season changed for me. Season three, for me, was the best season of the show. And to change the music is like changing the feeling and sense of the episode or the moment. When I heard the different opening theme song..I was beyond upset. I'm a huge Pacey and Joey fan and I loved that moment on the dock with "In Your Keeping" playing in the back. Or the episode #323 when Dawson and Joey are dancing at the reception with Sinead O'Connor singing in the background. I'm so happy I kept every episode on tape to look back on. I just hope this calamitous music changing will cease. From Abby: In one of the episodes in series 2 when there is query about Jack's sexual preference, Joey is seen running towards Dawson's house as the sun is going down. The song originally played in England was 'In my life' by Trina Hamlin. It has been replaced on the DVD's by a really flat song which means nothing. That was one of my favourite Joey scene's and now it's lost its meaning. I agree with 'Time after Time' by Tuck and Patti - that scene with Dawson and Joey meant so much to me and that song made it all the more special, to be replaced with this new song, it's a disappointment to say the least. I remember searching on the net for their album with that song on when I heard that. When series 4 comes out, In episode 414 'A Winters Tale' I wonder what will replace Tuck and Patti's song 'Takes my Breath Away' when Pacey and Joey sleep together for the first time and just before that scene there is a song by Radford, called 'How does it feel' when Pacey says he'll read a story to Joey when they're making up - that song made the scene so good - I hope it's still used on the DVD!!! Yeah, I totally agree. I think one of the reasons Dawson's was so popular, was because the music put to each scene was so powerful. From Betsy: Absolutely and totally disappointed with the change of the music on the DVDs. I would rather have paid more money and kept the same music. From Shauna: People go out and spend their money on season sets because they want to own a piece of something they enjoyed. Because the emotions take us back to that time in our lives. The music of the show was a huge part of that. Why else would someone buy the soundtracks? When I hear Paula Jones "I Don't Want To Wait" it takes me back to being in High School and watching DC with my girlfriends, our eyes glued to the screen. That memory wont change. However when I bought season 3 I wanted to pop a disc in there and relive it a little, and a little is what I got. Put simply, the songs they used originally were used for a reason and I don't think that reason changed. Yes it's all legality and money talk which is sad to think of art that way. Let's just hope that in Season 4 when Dawson and Joey finally kiss again I won't be listening to "I'm too Sexy" by Right Said Fred in the background. From Elise: I really hate what they did with changing the music on the release of the third season. I could understand it changing when the show was still running but not now. The music sets the tone of the scenes and the beginning/ending of each episode. I was going to delete the episodes I had recorded on my VCR tapes but now I think I'm keeping season three so that I have the original. Even the tonal quality on this release on DVD seems lacking. I hope they don't change the music on future releases. From Rick: I am extremely disappointed in the new DVD. I've looked forward to these DVD's for a long time, and when I spend 40 bucks on the new one, and find out THE THEME SONG has been changed... I couldn't even bare to watch the next episode because it just took away the feel of Dawson's Creek. I'm sorry but I don't think its right to replace music the way they did. They had a lot of really good songs on their originally too. Now it's replaced with crap I've never even heard of! I give two thumbs DOWN to Executive Producer Paul StupiD. Bad choice to make. From David: I have to agree with your opinion that the season 3 dvd and the changes made to the music for many scenes just doesn't capture the emotion felt when these episodes aired 4 years ago. The 2 most important examples are from ep. 20. The Longest Day, when Joey breaks up with Pacey and we don't get to here Jann Arden's "In Your Keeping". The other is ep. 14 Valentines day massacre, when Pacey visits Joey to tell her how he feels and when he is approaching her door the original song that played just set the mood right, I don't know the name of the song but it was right for that scene. Instead the new song on the dvd just ruined it for me. I still enjoyed watching season 3 all over again, I just hope I can get used to the music when I watch it again. From Stephanie: Well, I couldn't agree more with your opinion on this subject. Even though you said it's not directly related to Katie Holmes, in a way it is. I mean, Katie Holmes still receives money from the sales of the DVDs and if the fans don't like the music, she'll lose fans, thus losing money. But yes, back to the matter at hand. You pinpointed a lot of moments where the original songs are absolutely necessary. I appreciate that! I mean, what's the Pacey/Joey good-bye at the docks without "In Your Keeping" or Joey's infamous line "I wanna come with you" at Pacey's boat without Jessica Andrews singing "I Will Be There For You". Music definitely determines each scene in itself and I strongly agree that these new songs are no competition to the originals and I don't enjoy the episodes as much. And what's with the Jann Arden intro? I understand that it might be pricey and all and maybe they thought that they fans might want some variety, but if Paul Stupin was going to spend money on anything, it should be that song! In conclusion, I just want to say that I'm so glad to bring this to everyone's attention. I understand that Paul Stupin is in a dilemma because he doesn't want the fans to pay so much for the DVDs, but it also completely benefits him because if he put the actual songs, he knows it wouldn't sell as much. This way, he makes a lot more money. This always has to revolve around money. Money is always superior to everything else. I suggest he thinks about what the fans want even if it costs us a few extra bucks. From Mo: The changes in music in Season 3 & 2's DVD was disappointing. How can the theme song change of all things? I agree with the current posted write up. The music played a key part through the run of the show and to have it change, alters the episodes. I'm sure fans would have rather paid a few dollars more to have an accurate DC DVD collection. From Jo: I agree with this entirely. I was disappointed when I found out that season 2 had such a majority of songs replaced, then I found out about season 3 and it got to me even more. Season 4 has my favourite music, I love it so much, it is the music that draws the audience into the scene, as quoted by Chantal Kreviazuk. Season 4 with its love triangle, Joey and Pacey and then Dawson, Gretchen and Mr. Brooks, so much happened it was like the peek of the series. I found this season as did a lot of fans to be the most touching, and this was shown a great deal through the music. Now I'm waiting for Season 4, 5 and 6 to be released on DVD to find its replacements. Without the original music Dawson’s Creek just isn’t the same, it's lost its original quality and this is noticed by fans who admire the series so much. What about season 5, the sound design is just so fantastic with all the parties, bands and artists played, how is all this going to be replaced? I’m from Australia and Dawson's finished a while ago, there are no plans for any repeats on television so I am grateful that the DVD’s have been released but extremely disappointed in the change in music, as I assume would have been expected. From Arianna: I totally agree with you about the music changes. It's horrible and I would have preferred to pay more for the DVD's in order to hear the original soundtrack. And the change of the theme song of Paula Cole is simply ridiculous! Besides, most of the scenes where the soundtrack changed were silents and the lyrics did all the work. I imagine that in these cases the rhythm of the scene and of the editing depends on the music, so you try to replace the music and you see what happens. I already anticipate the pleasure of seeing the final scene of 401, without the song of David Gray... The music change was one of the reasons I decided to buy only the first season. This is completely unprofessional, so they lost my money here. From Joanne: Totally agree. I believe that, as a fan myself that, I will be more disappointed in the fact that the music has been changed in the DC episodes rather than having to pay the extra price if that was the debate over the music. Fans will pay for the dvds no matter what the price if they love the show that much. Having the dvd's will not mean as much to the fans with the music changes. It will certainly put me off buying Season 3 now, hearing that a lot of the songs are different because after all, the music is one of the best things about Dawson's Creek also. I already have them on video tape anyway, so I might as well keep with the originals rather than throwing money away on a dvd that I'm going to be disappointed in. I have most of season 3, 4, 5 and 6 on tape but didn't have 1 or 2 so I bought the box sets but only for the specific reason that I had not seen most of the episodes on television so I don't know what is different with the music in those seasons. From Janet: Even though I haven't bought Season 2 or 3 of Dawson's Creek..in a way I'm 'scared' to because of the music changes. There is something about Dawson's Creek music that makes it special. Wasn't Dawson's Creek kind of famous for its wonderful music? In Season 2, they replaced Paper Cup--Heather Nova. That song was this..unofficial theme to Andie and Pacey's relationship. Changing it makes the episode lose its..effect? In Season 3, my favourite episode ever, "True Love"..they replaced I Will be There For You--Jessica Andrews. I think that song made such a difference in the mood of the moment. Like when Jack was starting to cry, when Dawson comes home to find his friends, and especially when Joey is running to find Pacey. I guess, in a way, I don't really have the right to complain, seeing as how I don't know what the replacement songs sound like. But seeing other peoples reactions, I'm guessing they aren't really that great. The replacement of the theme song. I agree that Dawson's Creek definitely made the song popular. By replacing it..it's like the show was being robbed of something. But in conclusion, I'm just happy that they are releasing the DVDs in the first place. I guess the only way for me to enjoy the show with its original music is by taping it on TBS. Other than that, I guess I'll just have to live with the music changes, unfortunately. From Josh: well I just had to respond about the music changes. I am a huge d.c. fan, I always have been, I have seen every episode from the beginning to the end, and I have all the dvd's that have came out. As a dedicated and loyal fan I try to see the good in every situation with the show. I am very happy that they have been able to so far release 3 seasons on dvd and I hope that all will eventually come out. I think that with the music changes, all of us fans can understand that some songs, for legal reasons, and cost, have to be changed. But, however, I think that some episodes need to go untouched and left in their original state. For instance, "The Longest Day" is by far one of the very best episodes of Dawson's Creek ever aired. It was full of emotion, and heartache. As I watch the episode on dvd that emotion is gone!!! the replacement songs were terrible in key scenes, i.e., Jann Arden's songs, "mend" and "in your keeping", those songs made that episode and without them it feels emotionless and the scenes fall flat, especially at the end of the episode where Joey and Pacey end their relationship. My point is, change the songs you need to, but leave important key episodes unchanged, like season finales should not be changed, the longest day should not have been changed, and season openers should remain the same. it may cost a little more money but fans won't mind, we just want to remember our favorite episodes they way they were meant to be watched. Thank you to all that contributed! 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