Classics Volume Two
Two Steps from Hell · 2015
68 min · 25 tracks · soundtrack
Epic orchestral arrangements merge with cinematic intensity, creating sweeping soundscapes that evoke adventure and grandeur.
Top tracks — play these first
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Heaven & Earth — The opening track sets a grand tone, introducing lush strings and powerful choral elements that exemplify the cinematic style Two Steps from Hell is known for.
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Submariner — This track features dynamic rhythms and dramatic shifts, showcasing the blend of tension and release that characterizes effective trailer music.
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Mythic — With its haunting melodies and soaring harmonies, Mythic captures the essence of fantasy narratives, making it a standout piece that resonates with fans of epic storytelling.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album showcases strong orchestral compositions but lacks the depth for extensive revisits.
What we noticed
- Each track employs orchestral instrumentation, often layering strings, brass, and percussion to build dynamic climaxes.
- Several tracks utilize recurring motifs that create thematic connections across the album, enhancing its narrative quality.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic peaks and valleys
- short bursts of grandeur
- for cinematic moments
- adventurous spirit in every track
- energizing background for tasks
Maybe skip if you
- prefer longer, slower pieces
- seek straightforward song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2015, Classics Volume Two is the follow-up to Two Steps from Hell's first volume of classics, further solidifying their reputation in the trailer music genre. At this point, they had already established a significant presence in film and video game scores, expanding their audience with each release.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Audiomachine· Ludovico Einaudi· Hans Zimmer
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Heaven & Earth 2:20
- 2 Submariner 2:54
- 3 Atlas 2:36
- 4 Neverdark 3:11
- 5 Starfall 3:20
- 6 Aratta 2:56
- 7 Salvation 2:57
- 8 Mythic 3:00
- 9 Casablanca 4:26
- 10 Fateful Night 2:26
- 11 Bastion 2:49
- 12 Flameheart 1:45
- 13 Kogan 2:27
- 14 Magika 1:59
- 15 Ride With the Saracen 3:03
- 16 The Immortals 2:12
- 17 Ride to Victory 2:02
- 18 Na Vedui 3:10
- 19 The Colonel 2:33
- 20 Dachuur 3:20
- 21 Undefeated 2:25
- 22 Flying Snow 3:18
- 23 Riders 3:33
- 24 Adventure of a Lifetime 1:11
- 25 Clock Tower Parade 2:56
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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