Star Trek: Music from the Motion Picture
Michael Giacchino · 2009
44 min · 15 tracks · film score
A sweeping orchestral score that merges nostalgia with fresh energy, capturing the spirit of exploration and adventure.
Why this album works
The soundtrack received critical acclaim, earning Giacchino a Grammy Award for Best Score Soundtrack for Visual Media. It also reached number 3 on the Billboard Top Soundtracks chart, illustrating its commercial success and cultural impact within the science fiction genre.
- Best for
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks sweeping orchestral moments of nostalgia exploratory spirit and adventure
- Context
- In 2009, Michael Giacchino was already an established film composer, known for his work on 'The Incredibles' and 'Lost.' This soundtrack marked a significant milestone as it was his first collaboration with director J.J. Abrams on a major franchise reboot, showcasing Giacchino's ability to revitalize iconic themes for a new generation.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Bear McCreary· Joseph Trapanese· Randy Edelman
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Star Trek 1:01
- 2 Nailin’ the Kelvin 2:09
- 3 Labor of Love 2:51
- 4 Hella Bar Talk 1:55
- 5 Enterprising Young Men Standout 2:39
- 6 Nero Sighted 3:23
- 7 Nice to Meld You 3:13
- 8 Run and Shoot Offense 2:04
- 9 Does It Still McFly? 2:03
- 10 Nero Death Experience Standout 5:38
- 11 Nero Fiddles, Narada Burns 2:34
- 12 Back From Black 0:59
- 13 That New Car Smell 4:46
- 14 To Boldly Go Standout 0:26
- 15 End Credits 9:11
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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