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3000 Miles to Graceland (2001 Film)

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If you saw the movie `3000 Miles To Graceland' then you know what kind of music to expect from its soundtrack. However, if you didn't see the movie, you'll be wondering what bands like [Hed]P.E. and Nothingface are doing on the same album with Elvis. And there's really no answer to that; other than that they were trying to boost the album's appeal. Most of the songs are featured on the band's full-length CDs and therefore only become enjoyable if you haven't heard them yet (i.e. Spineshank, [Hed]P.E., Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Crystal Method, etc.). The real gem on this soundtrack is the Elvis Presley classic "Such A Night", which you can now call a `classic' thanks to its appearance here. "Such A Night" really should've been the movie's theme, in place of the lackluster "Franklin's Requiem" (George Clinton). And since it's not featured on ELV1S 30 #1 Hits, this CD becomes a must-own for the diehard Elvis fan.

Of the 14 tracks, we could've done without about four: "Smartbomb" (BT), "Come In Hard" (Hardknox), "Loaded Gun" (Hednoize), and the aforementioned theme song. All those songs are nothing compared to The Crystal Method's "Vapor Trail", which is the only techno song you can call good. But since they were featured in the movie I guess you're forced to include them. Hah. The few great songs are "Killing Time" by [Hed]P.E., "In 2 Deep" by Kenny Wayne Shepherd and the epic "Such A Night". But as I said before, the fact that they are featured on the artist's earlier albums make them only great to the uninitiated. The one track that really jumped out at me is Bender's awesome "Angel Dust"; which fit in very nicely with `the van scene' (as I like to call it). That song might've actually spawned my liking of them. Sadly, on another down note, Uncle Kracker's "Who's Your Uncle?" is an edited version of the song; which is kind of odd considering that "Killing Time" isn't. And also, Uncle Kracker's smash hit "Follow Me" was featured in the movie and is NOT on the soundtrack. Go figure?...

The music on this soundtrack is either nu-metal, techno, blues, or classical; in the case of Elvis. There is great diversity from song to song and I think that allows for a better-than-average soundtrack. But still, there are a few aspects that keep it from being perfect. As I said, "Follow Me" wasn't included here when it was in the movie; and the same goes for the Elvis tracks "My Way" and "Trouble". It's hard to believe they didn't include Elvis songs when the movie was loosely based on The King himself. And, again, as I said, Uncle Kracker's track is edited; which in turn makes it unmemorable and annoying to listen to. Without those inaccuracies, this soundtrack would've been awesome. Even so, I highly recommend it if you saw and enjoyed the movie. And even if you haven't seen `3000 Miles To Graceland' yet, the soundtrack is still beneficial and worth frequent listens. So if you enjoy nu-metal, techno, blues and Elvis--and can handle them all at once--then certainly buy this album.

I understand that the movie (and especially the accompanying soundtrack) are targeted toward a younger audience, but at least two of the Elvis tunes from the movie ("My Way", toward the end, and "Trouble", when Kurt Russell "gets into character") really would've added that extra kick to this work as a soundtrack.
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Having said that, this is a great collection of modern, sludgy, insanely aggressive music. I understand that Demian Lichtenstein made his mark first as a music video director, and just as a director from that medium has to put effective imagery behind a song, his choices (assuming they were his) for music to add effective audio background to this exceptional action/crime flick are absolutely spot-on.
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A lot of these songs might as well be older Soundgarden or Alice In Chains tunes sped up and mixed with the odd hip-hop beat, but if you like those acts to begin with (as I do, very much), you're not going to be disappointed with this soundtrack. If you liked the movie, you definitely won't feel cheated buying it.
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If you HAVEN'T seen the movie, trust me, it's worth at least a rental. The music is featured prominently enough to give you a good idea of how it sounds on the CD, so you will be able to get a good idea by watching the movie whether or not you feel this CD is for you.

My gram was a HUGE Elvis fan and I grew up on TV dinners on TV trays in front of Elvis movies on TV - so I was THRILLED and surprised to hear 'Such a Night' for the first time during 3000 Miles to Graceland, which is a good movie, too.

I bought this item for my son. He and I both enjoy the movie. He is satisfied with sound track. I guess I expected more Elvis in the sound track selections.

All of the songs on here are great (especially Come In Hard, I like that one). The CD isn't really made for the slow music, kinda mellow sort of person. It more fits the fast paced (and somewhat angry) sort of person. All in all, though, if you liked the movie, then more than likely you'll like the soundtrack.

This soundtrack is very much like the movie itself: loud, mindless, and alot of fun. My personal favorites: the head-banging intensity of "Killing Time," "It's Gonna Kill Me," and "New Disease," as well as the blatantly Fatboy Slim-ish techno tune "Come In Hard," one of the best recent songs of its kind. And the album ends in high style with "Such A Night" by The King himself, which will bring a smile to the face of anyone who has seen the movie's great end titles sequence. All in all, a real guilty pleasure of a CD.

This song really sets the pace of the movie. Lots of energy with this band and vocals are excellent. Killing Time is a new single for Hed(PE), but is also on their Broke Album. The director of this movie also directed the band's new video, Killing Time, soon to be released. Overall, this CD is an excellent choice, and Killing Time is one of the best songs on the CD. A must purchase.

Great songs from a "Rock 'n 'roll" movie with two leading characters in a strong performance.
My favorites :" Vapor Trail" number 11 and "Smartbomb"number5 and of course the King in "Such a Nignt" the last.The others are a little bit " hard" but very cool.
A strange but very exciting experience like the choice of Kevin to be one of the greatest bad guy i' ve ever seen and proove that he's a great actor... Probably the best. A compilation from an another world !

Absolustely good stuff. 'Killing Time' by (hed)pe has good base and feel. The songs are diverse, a CD for everyone who loves music with rhythm.

This soundtrack is one of the best yet. Extremely good mix of music that correlate nicely with the contents of the film. The song that really makes the soundtrack incredibly, however, has got to be the song "bleeder" by nothingface. This is a band that, in my opinion, should be getting a lot more recognition than they have in the past. It's nice to see them finally get at least some recognition.