Most of this soundtrack is previously unreleased - a few tracks appeared previously on compilation albums, but this is the first time the full score from the show will be available, joined by nine bonus tracks of alternate takes.
The music from You're Not Elected features a variety of styles, with new variations of classic themes, some 1970's funk, a dixieland jazz version of the show's title track, and an extended version of the signature "Joe Cool" song, featuring Vince Guaraldi on vocals. All in excellent, crystal clear stereo sound.
You can listen to four sample tracks on Soundcloud here.
Three physical releases of the soundtrack will be available: a CD; a regular black vinyl LP, available at all retailers; and a "Woodstock Yellow" vinyl LP, exclusive to Independent record stores (see here).
All include detailed liner notes from co-producer Sean Mendelson and Guaraldi historian Derrick Bang.
The album will also be available on all streaming services and as a digital download for purchase.
Click here for purchase and streaming links to select stores and services (and the album is available from many other retailers and digital services as well).
The LPs are special in another way - they are made from "BioVinyl," made from recycled cooking oil and industrial waste. Chemically the end result is the exactly the same, so the records sound just as good and are just as durable as traditional vinyl, but they start from recycled material instead of new raw petroleum. Plus, the paper sleeve and booklet are made from sustainably forested trees, and even the plastic wrapping for the LP is made from compostable material.
You can read the full press release with more details about the music and packaging on the Lee Mendelson Film Productions website.
And be sure to check out the terrific interview about the You're Not Elected, Charlie Brown album from Cereal at Midnight, where producers Sean and Jason Mendelson are joined by bassist Seward McCain, who worked with Vince Guaraldi on the You're Not Elected soundtrack and many other 1970's Peanuts specials. Watch it on YouTube, or listen to the audio-only version.
You're Not Elected, Charlie Brown is the latest in a series of new Peanuts soundtrack releases. Vote for Vince Guaraldi by purchasing this album - if you've enjoyed his other Peanuts music, you'll surely like this too!
In related news, if you're a collector of colored vinyl variants, last year's A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving soundtrack album is being released in three new exclusive versions on October 18, 2024:
- A picture disc from Barnes & Noble, featuring two scenes from the special
- A "turkey tan" vinyl from Target
- A "purple jelly bean" color available only from independent record stores
All of them look pretty cool, but note that the musical content is exactly the same as last year's album release - the only difference is the appearance of the LP.
The regular CD, black vinyl, and digital releases of A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving also remain available.
Here's the full track list for the new You're Not Elected, Charlie Brown soundtrack album:
Show Score
1. Incumbent Waltz
2. You're Not Elected, Charlie Brown
3. Oh, Good Grief!
4. Cookin' Snoopy (Fast Piano Jazz)
5. Blue Charlie Brown
6. Incumbent Waltz (Reprise)
7. Linus And Lucy / Poor Charlie Brown
8. Joe Cool (Vocal)
9. Incumbent Waltz (2nd Reprise)
10. Elect Linus (Dilemma) / Woodstock's Wake Up
11. Joe Cool (Unused Reprise)
12. Oh, Good Grief! (Reprise)
13. Deserted Charlie Brown
14. You're Not Elected, Charlie Brown (Reprise)
15. Linus And Lucy (Reprise)
16. You're Not Elected, Charlie Brown (2nd Reprise - End Credits)
Bonus Content
17. Joe Cool (Alternate Take 1)
18. Joe Cool (Alternate Rehearsal Take)
19. Blue Charlie Brown (Alternate Take 1)
20. African Sleigh Ride (Bonus)
21. Cookin' Snoopy (Fast Piano Jazz - Alternate Take 1, 2. & 3)
22. Incumbent Waltz (2nd Reprise Alternate Take 1)
23. Incumbent Waltz (2nd Reprise Alternate Take 3)
24, Incumbent Waltz (Unused Cue)
25. Linus And Lucy (Acoustic Piano Mix)
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