Solo: A Star Wars Story
77 min · 20 tracks · film score
A vibrant orchestral journey blending sweeping melodies with adventurous motifs, capturing the spirit of intergalactic escapades.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Adventures of Han — This opening track establishes the adventurous spirit of the film with its thrilling orchestration and thematic motifs that encapsulate Han Solo's character.
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Corellia Chase — With its fast-paced rhythms and urgent instrumentation, this piece effectively conveys the tension of a high-stakes chase, showcasing Powell's knack for action-driven scoring.
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Train Heist — This track features intricate layering of sounds and motifs that reflect the complexity of the heist scene, illustrating Powell's ability to blend narrative with musical storytelling.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalA well-crafted orchestral score that balances new themes with classic elements, though it may not stand out significantly in the broader film score landscape.
What we noticed
- Several tracks incorporate rhythmic motifs that build tension, particularly in action sequences like 'Train Heist' and 'Corellia Chase'.
- The album includes recurring themes that evolve throughout the tracklist, creating a sense of continuity and character development.
- The final track, 'Dice & Roll', serves as a reflective conclusion, revisiting earlier motifs in a softer arrangement.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic peaks of orchestral adventure
- nostalgic themes with vibrant energy
- engaging soundscapes for focus
- immersive journey through storytelling
- for cinematic listening
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward single tracks
- dislike orchestral arrangements
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When John Powell released this soundtrack in 2018, he was already an established composer known for his work on dynamic film scores like 'How to Train Your Dragon'. 'Solo: A Star Wars Story' marked his first contribution to the iconic Star Wars franchise, following a career that included acclaimed scores across various genres and films, positioning him as a significant voice in contemporary film music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Hans Zimmer· James Newton Howard· Alan Silvestri
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Adventures of Han 3:49
- 2 Meet Han 2:20
- 3 Corellia Chase 3:34
- 4 Spaceport 4:07
- 5 Flying With Chewie 3:30
- 6 Train Heist 4:48
- 7 Marauders Arrive 5:14
- 8 Chicken in the Pot 2:09
- 9 Is This Seat Taken? 2:36
- 10 L3 & Millennium Falcon 3:16
- 11 Lando’s Closet 2:13
- 12 Mine Mission 4:10
- 13 Break Out 6:15
- 14 The Good Guy 5:24
- 15 Reminiscence Therapy 6:13
- 16 Into the Maw 4:49
- 17 Savareen Stand‐Off 4:26
- 18 Good Thing You Were Listening 2:08
- 19 Testing Allegiance 4:21
- 20 Dice & Roll 1:54
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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