Going Home: Theme of the Local Hero cover

Going Home: Theme of the Local Hero

Mark Knopfler · 1983

11 min · 3 tracks · blues

A cinematic blend of lush instrumentals and evocative melodies, capturing a sense of place and nostalgia.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Going Home: Theme of the Local Hero — This title track establishes the album's tone with its sweeping melodies and evocative instrumentation, perfectly encapsulating the film's themes of longing and homecoming.
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    Local Hero - Wild Theme — With its haunting melody and rhythmic undertones, this track highlights Knopfler's signature guitar work while deepening the emotional landscape presented in the score.
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    Comfort: Theme From Comfort and Joy — This piece stands out for its gentle yet poignant melody, showcasing Knopfler's talent for crafting intimate soundscapes that resonate with a sense of comfort and reflection.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Going Home: Theme of the Local Hero 5:04
  • 2 Local Hero - Wild Theme 3:43
  • 3 Comfort: Theme From Comfort and Joy 2:30

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