Rush
Hans Zimmer · 2013
64 min · 24 tracks · video game music
A pulsating blend of orchestral and electronic motifs that captures the adrenaline of high-speed racing.
Top tracks — play these first
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1976 Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Into the Red — This track features a driving rhythm and intense instrumentation that encapsulates the thrill of racing, making it a standout representation of the film's energy.
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Nürburgring — The piece builds tension through layered orchestral swells, evoking the iconic racetrack's intensity and drama while highlighting Zimmer's masterful use of dynamics.
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Lost but Won — This track delivers an emotional core to the soundtrack with its poignant melodies, reflecting the personal stakes faced by characters in the film.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic peaks and valleys
- adrenaline-fueled listening experience
- short tracks for quick bursts
- immersive journey through tension
- for high-energy moments
Maybe skip if you
- seeking long, meditative pieces
- prefer slower, steady tempos
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — Solid entry in Zimmer's extensive catalog, showcasing his evolving style.
- Themes
- Nürburgring intensity· racing culture adrenaline· orchestral competition
- Career context
- By 2013, Hans Zimmer had established himself as a leading figure in film scoring, following his Oscar win for 'The Lion King' and a series of successful scores for blockbuster films. 'Rush' represents a continuation of his collaboration with director Ron Howard, marking their third project together after 'Cinderella Man' and 'Frost/Nixon'. This album showcases Zimmer's ability to blend traditional orchestration with modern sound design, further solidifying his innovative approach within the industry.
- Stylistic neighbors
- John Williams· Ennio Morricone· Howard Shore
Tracklist
- 1 1976 Start here 2:59
- 2 I Could Show You If You’d Like 0:44
- 3 I Hear You Knocking 2:47
- 4 Stopwatch 1:29
- 5 Into the Red 3:15
- 6 Budgie 1:28
- 7 Scuderia 0:53
- 8 Gimme Some Lovin’ 2:52
- 9 Oysters in the Pits 1:05
- 10 20% 1:01
- 11 Dyna-Mite 2:56
- 12 Watkins Glen 1:49
- 13 Loose Cannon 0:36
- 14 The Rocker 5:09
- 15 Car Trouble 2:39
- 16 Glück 1:14
- 17 Nürburgring 5:33
- 18 Inferno 3:30
- 19 Mount Fuji 3:45
- 20 For Love 2:48
- 21 Reign 3:07
- 22 Fame 4:11
- 23 Lost but Won 6:19
- 24 My Best Enemy 2:31
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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