What makes Dragon by Two Steps from Hell notable?

The album 'Dragon' was well-received for its grandiose compositions and is notable for being part of the soundtrack landscape that influences modern film scoring. It contributed to the growing popularity of trailer music in mainstream media, gaining considerable traction on streaming platforms and inspiring aspiring composers across various genres. By the time 'Dragon' was released in 2019, Two Steps from Hell had already established themselves as a leading force in the trailer music genre. This album followed their previous success with 'SkyWorld' and continued to showcase their ability to blend orchestral and electronic elements, further solidifying their reputation among composers and filmmakers alike.

Dragon works well if you're into dynamic journey with emotional peaks, epic soundscapes for imagination and cathartic crescendos and releases.

How many songs are on Dragon?

Dragon has 34 tracks, running approximately 147 minutes.

Dragon

Two Steps from Hell · 2019

147 min · 34 tracks · soundtrack

Epic orchestral arrangements intertwine with powerful choral elements, creating a cinematic soundscape that evokes adventure and emotion.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Emerald Princess — This track stands out for its sweeping melodies and intricate orchestration, encapsulating the album's adventurous spirit while showcasing Two Steps from Hell's signature lush sound.
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Riders of the Apocalypse — With its driving rhythms and intense build-up, this piece captures a sense of urgency and epic storytelling, making it a perfect representation of the album’s overall themes.
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Unbreakable — The combination of powerful percussion and soaring strings creates an empowering anthem that resonates with themes of resilience, embodying the album's emotional range.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

Instrumental

56 /100

Foothills

Higher than 47% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong orchestral writing but lacks some cohesion due to its length and multiple versions of tracks.

What we noticed

The first half of the album maintains a high energy level, while the second half introduces more reflective and subdued pieces.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 4/10

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 journey with emotional peaks
epic soundscapes for imagination
cathartic crescendos and releases
immersive background for creativity
engaging orchestral storytelling experience

Maybe skip if you

prefer straightforward structures
seek quick, catchy tunes

Where this album fits

Career context: By the time 'Dragon' was released in 2019, Two Steps from Hell had already established themselves as a leading force in the trailer music genre. This album followed their previous success with 'SkyWorld' and continued to showcase their ability to blend orchestral and electronic elements, further solidifying their reputation among composers and filmmakers alike.
Stylistic neighbors: Audiomachine· Ludovico Einaudi· Hans Zimmer