Thunderbolts*
Son Lux · 2025
54 min · 32 tracks · electronica
A kaleidoscopic blend of electronica and post-rock, weaving together haunting melodies with intricate soundscapes.
Top tracks — play these first
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There's Something Wrong With Me Start here — This opening track sets a disquieting tone, blending ethereal vocals with unsettling instrumental layers that echo the emotional gravity of the narrative.
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Countdown — The rhythmic urgency in this track mirrors the tension of the film's plot, effectively using minimalist structures to create an atmosphere of impending action.
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Maybe We'll All Get Out of Here Alive — This track stands out for its poignant lyrical reflections on survival, encapsulating a moment of vulnerability amidst chaos through its haunting arrangement.
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It's Not Robert You Need to Be Afraid Of — This piece employs contrasting dynamics to build suspense, emphasizing character conflict and uncertainty, which is central to the film's narrative arc.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- kaleidoscopic soundscapes for deep listening
- short tracks for quick engagement
- emotive melodies with cinematic flair
- dynamic pacing that keeps shifting
- intense moments for focused reflection
Maybe skip if you
- seeking long, cohesive narratives
- prefer straightforward, predictable structures
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — Merges unique sound with mainstream media, showcasing a departure from previous styles.
- Career context
- By the release of Thunderbolts*, Son Lux was firmly established as a leading figure in experimental music following their critically acclaimed album Brighter Wounds in 2018. This soundtrack marks their first major project after gaining significant attention for their work on film scores, positioning them to further explore cinematic themes and innovative sound design.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sufjan Stevens· James Blake· Ólafur Arnalds
Tracklist
- 1 There's Something Wrong With Me Start here 1:32
- 2 I Needed That Face 0:43
- 3 The Light Inside You Is Dim 1:22
- 4 Last Assignment 1:46
- 5 I'm Not Here for You 2:41
- 6 Countdown 2:22
- 7 Forest Memory 1:06
- 8 The Climb 1:46
- 9 Walker's Memory 1:01
- 10 Preparing for Lethal 2:07
- 11 Every Man for Himself 1:00
- 12 Maybe We'll All Get Out of Here Alive 2:00
- 13 First Flight 1:25
- 14 Limo Chase 2:04
- 15 It's Bucky! 1:16
- 16 Welcome to the Watchtower 1:03
- 17 To Be Chosen 1:31
- 18 For the Glory 0:50
- 19 Left the Door Unlocked 0:57
- 20 Introducing Sentry 0:44
- 21 Unimpeachable 1:17
- 22 Penthouse Fight 1:22
- 23 It's Not Robert You Need to Be Afraid Of 1:19
- 24 I Don't See Your Mistakes 1:34
- 25 No Use Fighting 3:06
- 26 Yelena's Choice 1:53
- 27 Searching for Bob 1:58
- 28 The Attic 1:23
- 29 Show Us the Worst 1:29
- 30 You Can't Even Save Yourself 2:57
- 31 Not Alone 2:50
- 32 Thunderbolts* 3:27
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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