Jay-Z and Prince to soundtrack Baz Luhrmann's 'The Great Gatsby' film
02 January 2013, 13:50
| Written by
Luke Morgan Britton
Hip-hop superstar Jay-Z is working on the score for Baz Luhrmann’s new film.
The movie, based on classic novel The Great Gatsby, was originally due to be released in cinemas on Christmas Day but has since been pushed back six months to May.
But now Jeymes Samuel of The Bullitts has revealed that he is working alongside Jay-Z on the soundtrack.
Actress Adelaide Clemens has also claimed that Prince and Lady Gaga are also set to take part.
The movie will star the likes of Leonardo DiCaprio and Carey Mulligan.
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