Original Soundtracks 1 cover

Original Soundtracks 1

Passengers · 1995

58 min · 14 tracks

A haunting blend of atmospheric soundscapes and introspective melodies that evoke cinematic imagery.

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1995, 'Original Soundtracks 1' marked a significant collaboration between Brian Eno and U2 members Bono and The Edge, representing a departure from their typical work. This project was positioned as a conceptual soundtrack for films that didn't exist, showcasing their experimental approach at a time when U2 was transitioning into more ambitious artistic territories following the commercial success of 'The Joshua Tree'.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady progression with resolution
  • atmospheric background focus
  • immersive listening experiences
  • introspective and contemplative moods

Tracklist

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

  • 1 United Colours 5:31
  • 2 Slug 4:41
  • 3 Your Blue Room 5:27
  • 4 Always Forever Now 6:23
  • 5 A Different Kind of Blue 2:02
  • 6 Beach Sequence 3:31
  • 7 Miss Sarajevo 5:40
  • 8 Ito Okashi 3:24
  • 9 One Minute Warning 4:39
  • 10 Corpse (These Chains Are Way Too Long) 3:34
  • 11 Elvis Ate America 3:00
  • 12 Plot 180 3:40
  • 13 Theme From The Swan 3:24
  • 14 Theme From Let’s Go Native 3:07

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