The Social Network
Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross · 2010
66 min · 19 tracks
A haunting blend of ambient soundscapes and minimalist piano, echoing the tension of modern digital life.
Top tracks — play these first
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Hand Covers Bruise — This opening track sets the tone with its dark yet reflective piano motif, encapsulating the film's themes of isolation and ambition.
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Intriguing Possibilities — The track's pulsating rhythms and layered textures create a sense of urgency, mirroring the rapid evolution of technology depicted in the film.
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In Motion — This piece masterfully combines electronic elements with orchestral sounds, reflecting the film’s portrayal of both innovation and internal conflict.
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Carbon Prevails — With its unsettling ambiance and gradual build-up, this track captures the darker aspects of ambition and betrayal central to the narrative.
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The Gentle Hum of Anxiety — This track evokes a feeling of unease through its minimalistic structure, perfectly aligning with the film's exploration of pressure and societal expectations.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- haunting soundscapes for introspection
- wave-like pacing with tension
- dynamic exploration of emotions
- evocative themes of anxiety
- for focused late nights
Maybe skip if you
- seeking upbeat party tracks
- prefer straightforward song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 2010, Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross had established themselves as innovative composers, with 'The Social Network' marking their first Oscar-winning collaboration. This soundtrack followed Reznor's iconic work with Nine Inch Nails and showcased a significant shift towards film scoring, positioning both artists at the forefront of contemporary soundtrack composition.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Hand Covers Bruise 4:18
- 2 In Motion 4:56
- 3 A Familiar Taste 3:35
- 4 It Catches Up With You 1:39
- 5 Intriguing Possibilities 4:24
- 6 Painted Sun in Abstract 3:29
- 7 3:14 Every Night 4:03
- 8 Pieces Form the Whole 4:16
- 9 Carbon Prevails 3:53
- 10 Eventually We Find Our Way 4:17
- 11 Penetration 1:14
- 12 In the Hall of the Mountain King 2:21
- 13 On We March 4:14
- 14 Magnetic 2:10
- 15 Almost Home 3:33
- 16 Hand Covers Bruise (reprise) 1:52
- 17 Complication With Optimistic Outcome 3:19
- 18 The Gentle Hum of Anxiety 3:53
- 19 Soft Trees Break the Fall 4:45
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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