Alita: Battle Angel
Junkie XL · 2019
64 min · 20 tracks · electronica
A dynamic blend of orchestral swells and pulsating electronic rhythms that amplify the film's futuristic narrative.
Top tracks — play these first
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Discovery Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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The Warrior Within — This track encapsulates the central theme of self-discovery and empowerment, featuring soaring melodies that reflect Alita's journey from confusion to strength.
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Motorball — Capturing the adrenaline-fueled essence of the film's pivotal action sequence, this track combines fast-paced rhythms with intense orchestral elements, creating a sense of urgency.
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I Don't Even Know My Own Name — This piece poignantly expresses Alita's struggle with identity through its haunting melodies and emotional crescendos, making it a standout moment in the score.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- pulsating rhythms for focused listening
- immersive soundscapes for escapism
- reflective moments of personal growth
- adventurous spirit with cinematic flair
Maybe skip if you
- seeking straightforward structures
- prefer instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Critical Peak — Innovative fusion of genres enhances film's narrative, showcasing his artistic growth.
- Career context
- When 'Alita: Battle Angel' was released in February 2019, Junkie XL, also known as Tom Holkenborg, was already an established composer known for his work on films like 'Mad Max: Fury Road.' This soundtrack marked a significant collaboration with director Robert Rodriguez and represented a continuation of his exploration of blending orchestral elements with electronic music, following his previous scores that garnered critical acclaim.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Chemical Brothers· Fatboy Slim· Moby
Tracklist
- 1 Discovery Start here 3:13
- 2 I Don't Even Know My Own Name 5:44
- 3 What's Your Dream? 3:16
- 4 Double Identity 1:54
- 5 The Warrior Within 3:31
- 6 A Dark Past 1:29
- 7 In Time You'll Remember 0:58
- 8 Nova's Orders 2:48
- 9 Jackers Mission 2:36
- 10 Unlocking the Past 3:52
- 11 Whose Body Is This? 2:06
- 12 Grewishka's Revenge 4:23
- 13 Broken Doll 2:34
- 14 With Me 5:41
- 15 I'd Give You My Heart 3:07
- 16 You Just Lost a Puppet 2:30
- 17 What Did You Do? 3:41
- 18 In the Clouds 3:56
- 19 Raising the Sword 1:43
- 20 Motorball 5:14
What to play next
Sonic the Hedgehog – Music from the Motion Picture
2020
Continues the blend of orchestral and electronic elements with a playful energy.
Mortal Engines – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack
2018
Precedes with a similarly epic soundscape that sets up for Alita's dynamic experience.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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