Goldfinger cover

Goldfinger

John Barry · 1964

31 min · 10 tracks · film score

Orchestral grandeur melds with dramatic motifs, encapsulating the essence of espionage and adventure.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for focused listening
  • action-driven flow for engagement
  • dramatic motifs enhance suspense
  • ideal for adventure enthusiasts

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer slow, reflective music
  • seek standalone tracks only

Where this album fits

Career context
When 'Goldfinger' was released in January 1964, John Barry was already recognized for his work on the James Bond series, having scored previous films like 'Dr. No' and 'From Russia with Love'. This soundtrack marked a pivotal moment in his career, solidifying his role as the preeminent composer for the franchise and establishing a template for future spy film scores.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Goldfinger 2:47
  • 2 Alpine Drive / Auric's Factory 5:27
  • 3 Oddjob's Pressing Engagement 3:09
  • 4 Bond Back in Action Again 2:33
  • 5 Teasing the Korean 2:17
  • 6 Gassing the Gangsters 1:05
  • 7 Goldfinger (instrumental version) 2:09
  • 8 Dawn Raid on Fort Knox 5:49
  • 9 The Arrival of the Bomb and Count Down 3:31
  • 10 The Death of Goldfinger / End Titles 2:32

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