Apollo 13 – Music From The Motion Picture
James Horner · 1995
72 min · 23 tracks · film score
A sweeping orchestral score interwoven with rock classics, embodying the tension and triumph of space exploration.
Why this album works
'Apollo 13' received critical acclaim, earning two Academy Awards for Best Film Editing and Best Sound. The soundtrack reached number one on the Billboard Top Classical Crossover Albums chart, showcasing Horner's ability to merge cinematic storytelling with popular music influences.
- Best for
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks orchestral swells for reflective moments tension-filled crescendos and releases
- Context
- By 1995, James Horner was an established composer, having achieved significant recognition with scores like 'Titanic' and 'Braveheart'. 'Apollo 13' came during a prolific period in his career, solidifying his reputation for blending orchestral and contemporary elements in film music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- John Corigliano· Vangelis· Randy Edelman
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Main Title 2:28
- 2 One Small Step 0:43
- 3 Night Train 3:27
- 4 Groovin' 2:26
- 5 Somebody to Love 2:54
- 6 I Can See for Miles 4:09
- 7 Purple Haze 2:45
- 8 Launch Control 0:31
- 9 All Systems Go - The Launch Standout 10:03
- 10 Welcome to Apollo 13 0:26
- 11 Spirit in the Sky 3:50
- 12 House Cleaning / Houston, We Have a Problem 0:54
- 13 Master Alarm 3:36
- 14 What's Going On? 0:51
- 15 Into the LEM 4:18
- 16 Out of Time / Shut Her Down 0:33
- 17 The Darkside of the Moon 4:49
- 18 Failure Is Not an Option Standout 0:23
- 19 Honky Tonkin' 2:42
- 20 Blue Moon 4:01
- 21 Waiting for Disaster / A Privilege 0:29
- 22 Re-Entry & Splashdown Standout 8:52
- 23 End Titles 7:01
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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