BlacKkKlansman – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack cover

BlacKkKlansman – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack

Terence Blanchard · 2018

37 min · 23 tracks · opera · hard bop

An evocative blend of jazz-infused orchestral elements that mirror the film's tension and social commentary.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • fragmented thematic vignettes
  • evocative tension in short bursts
  • immersive cinematic storytelling
  • reflective moments of social commentary

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking long continuous tracks
  • prefer traditional song structures

Where this album fits

Career context
In 2018, Terence Blanchard was an established composer with a rich history in film scoring, known for his work with Spike Lee. This soundtrack followed his previous collaboration on 'Chi-Raq' (2015) and showcased his ability to intertwine jazz idioms with cinematic storytelling, further solidifying his role in contemporary film music.
Stylistic neighbors
Wynton Marsalis· Roy Hargrove· Kendrick Scott

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Gone With the Wind 1:01
  • 2 Hatred at Its Best 2:37
  • 3 Main Theme 1:02
  • 4 Ron's Theme 1:26
  • 5 Firing Range 1:34
  • 6 No Cross Burning Tonight 3:12
  • 7 Patrice Library 1:34
  • 8 Ron Meets FBI Agent 1:56
  • 9 Connie and the Bomb 1:17
  • 10 Guarding David Duke 0:57
  • 11 Tale of Two Powers 1 2:41
  • 12 Tale of Two Powers 2 2:21
  • 13 Tale of Two Powers 3 1:44
  • 14 Woodrow Wilson 0:21
  • 15 Klan Cavalry 0:46
  • 16 Ron's Search 1:06
  • 17 Patrice Followed 1:27
  • 18 Here Comes Ron 0:45
  • 19 White Power Theme 0:44
  • 20 Partner Funk Theme 0:40
  • 21 Main Theme - Ron 1:23
  • 22 Blut und Boden (Blood and Soil) 3:42
  • 23 Photo Opps 3:39

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