300: Rise of an Empire – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack
Junkie XL · 2014
67 min · 16 tracks · electronica
Epic orchestral arrangements fuse with pulsating electronic elements, creating a visceral soundtrack for battle and heroism.
Why this album works
The soundtrack was notable for its commercial success, debuting at number 30 on the Billboard 200 chart. It also received critical acclaim for its innovative approach to combining electronic and orchestral music, influencing other composers in the genre and contributing to the evolving sound of film scoring in action cinema.
- Best for
- epic soundscapes for intense moments gradual build to climactic peaks immersive background for focused tasks
- Context
- When Junkie XL released the '300: Rise of an Empire' soundtrack in 2014, he was already recognized for his work on film scores, following the success of 'Mad Max: Fury Road'. This album marked a continuation of his blending of electronic music with cinematic orchestration, solidifying his reputation as a key composer in contemporary film soundtracks.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 History of Artemisia Standout 9:34
- 2 Marathon 3:54
- 3 From Man to God King 3:50
- 4 Sparta 1:05
- 5 Artemisia's Childhood 3:42
- 6 Suicide 1:18
- 7 Left for Dead 1:32
- 8 Fog Battle Standout 4:35
- 9 A Beach of Bodies 4:17
- 10 Fire Battle Standout 6:11
- 11 Xerxes' Thoughts 3:44
- 12 Queen Gorgo 3:59
- 13 Greeks on Attack 4:28
- 14 History of the Greeks 7:04
- 15 Greeks Are Winning 6:04
- 16 End Credits 2:34
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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