Terminator Salvation cover

Terminator Salvation

Danny Elfman · 2009

50 min · 15 tracks · new wave · ska

A sweeping orchestral score infused with electronic elements that heightens the emotional stakes of a dystopian narrative.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • immersive experience for cinematic moments
  • sweeping orchestral waves of tension
  • engaging background for focused tasks

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking standalone catchy tracks
  • prefer instant gratification tunes

Where this album fits

Career context
When Danny Elfman composed the soundtrack for 'Terminator Salvation', he was already an established film composer, known for his work on projects like 'Batman' and 'Edward Scissorhands'. This album marked his ongoing evolution in scoring science fiction films, following his previous collaboration with director Tim Burton, as he embraced darker themes and a more modern sound palette.
Stylistic neighbors
Oingo Boingo· The B-52's· Devo

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Opening 6:01
  • 2 All Is Lost 2:45
  • 3 Broadcast 3:19
  • 4 The Harvester Returns 2:45
  • 5 Fireside 1:30
  • 6 No Plan 1:43
  • 7 Reveal / The Escape 7:44
  • 8 Hydrobot Attack 1:49
  • 9 Farewell 1:40
  • 10 Marcus Enters Skynet 3:22
  • 11 A Solution 1:44
  • 12 Serena 2:27
  • 13 Final Confrontation 4:14
  • 14 Salvation 3:05
  • 15 Rooster 6:16

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