Jonah Hex: Revenge Gets Ugly EP
Mastodon · 2010
32 min · 6 tracks · heavy metal · progressive metal · sludge metal
A dark, sprawling soundscape filled with heavy riffs and haunting melodies inspired by the Wild West.
Why this album works
The EP served as the soundtrack to the film 'Jonah Hex', reflecting a unique collaboration between metal and cinema. Its release saw Mastodon further solidifying their reputation within both the metal community and the film industry, contributing to the growing trend of artists creating music specifically for movie soundtracks. The critical reception highlighted its ambitious scope, with many reviewers praising its ability to evoke the film's gritty aesthetic.
- Best for
- steady pacing for deep focus immersive soundscapes for solitude dark themes for reflective moods
- Context
- Released in 2010, 'Jonah Hex: Revenge Gets Ugly EP' came shortly after Mastodon's critically acclaimed album 'Crack the Skye' (2009). This EP marked their first foray into composing music for a film, showcasing their ability to blend narrative themes with their signature heavy metal sound. It was a significant step as they transitioned into broader artistic endeavors beyond traditional album formats.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Baroness· Dave Grohl· Queensrÿche
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Death March Standout 8:52
- 2 Clayton Boys Standout 3:12
- 3 Indian Theme 4:10
- 4 Train Assault Standout 4:13
- 5 Death March (alternate version) 9:07
- 6 Clayton Boys (alternate version) 3:13
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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