Released 8 years ago this October
Venom
Ludwig Göransson · 2018
55 min · 18 tracks
An intricate blend of orchestral swells and electronic pulses, capturing the chaotic essence of its cinematic inspiration.
Top tracks — play these first
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Eddie’s Blues — This track combines jazz influences with emotional depth, highlighting Eddie Brock's internal struggle and setting a unique mood for the film.
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Humans... Such Poor Design — The track features a haunting melody and dissonant harmonies that encapsulate the film's themes of alienation and identity crisis.
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Venom Rampage — A dynamic piece that captures the chaotic energy of Venom's transformation, utilizing aggressive rhythms and orchestral crescendos.
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Battle on the Launch Pad — This lengthy composition showcases Göransson's ability to build tension through varying dynamics and motifs, effectively serving as the climax of the score.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe soundtrack blends orchestral and electronic elements effectively but lacks standout compositions.
What we noticed
- The pacing varies significantly, with some tracks building tension through rapid rhythms while others slow down to create moments of introspection.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
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
- immersive cinematic soundscapes
- dynamic shifts in intensity
- brief, impactful listening bursts
- emotional tension and release
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward song structures
- seek consistently calm atmospheres
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When 'Venom' was released in October 2018, Ludwig Göransson had already established himself as a prominent film composer, known for his work on 'Black Panther', which won him an Academy Award earlier that year. This soundtrack marked his continued collaboration with Sony Pictures and showcased his ability to merge traditional orchestration with modern soundscapes, further solidifying his status in Hollywood.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Hans Zimmer· Ramin Djawadi· Junkie XL
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Space Exploration 4:24
- 2 Symbiotes Arrive 2:03
- 3 First Contact 3:29
- 4 Eddie’s Blues 4:50
- 5 Run, Eddie, Run 1:47
- 6 What’s Wrong With Me 2:33
- 7 Panic at the Bistro 1:23
- 8 Humans... Such Poor Design 2:55
- 9 Self Defense 3:38
- 10 Pedal to the Metal 3:50
- 11 Eyes, Lungs, Pancreas 2:45
- 12 You Want Up? 1:40
- 13 Venom Rampage 3:03
- 14 Annie, I’m Scared 1:47
- 15 Parasite 2:57
- 16 Unexpected Ally 0:51
- 17 Battle on the Launch Pad 8:18
- 18 You Belong With Us 3:09
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