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Profondo Rosso [Original Motion Picture Soundtrack]

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The soundtrack of Dario Argento's undisputed epitome of a giallo thriller has finally been re-released after years of absence on the european and american market. The new label it is on, Cinevox records, who are establishing a new line of products here, really did some archive-digging to add new material - and the result is 21(!) bonus tracks that have not been included in the original album. Some of these tracks have been released before, be it as a 12"-Single (the remix of the title tune, which has been quite a hit in Italy), be it as outtakes on diverse soundtrack compilations. The rest is really new material - different versions of tunes already known, unedited film-versions or differently orchestrated cues, and even a sound effects suite, put as a last track on the CD, which gives a fine finish to the hearing experience.

Goblin, the italian progressive rock band, had had a head start with this album: Intriguingly crafted songs, some based on very weird rhythms, for instance the title tune (which admittedly and recognizably influence John Carpenter later in his compository style), and on the other hand a lullaby which, in its simplicity, is turned into something extremely haunting, thanks to some versions Goblin created.

Originally, the film's soundtrack was supposed to be composed by Jazz artist Giorgio Gaslini, but Dario Argento (being a rock music fan) was not very happy with the end result, so he asked Goblin to come up with new ideas, and the band included some snippets by G. Gaslini, which gives the record a "jazzy edge" - but in Goblin style.

Even if you're not a film music collector, this is a record you should not miss - it's just far too good. It stands for itself as a very interesting album, and it has been influencial in more than one way one can easily recognize.

Profondo Rosso is probably Goblin's finest hour in the soundtrack department, though I think many would debate that Suspiria and Zombi might be a little better. I won't go into the music, coz I can't imagine someone buying this cd who's unfamiliar with the film and the music from the film. You do get your money's worth, this sucker is 72 minutes long. My only complaint with this, and all the other Goblin soundtracks is that there are about eight billion different versions of the same song. I know people like this, but to me it gets a little irritating. The alternate versions aren't really all that different from one another(with a few exceptions)-at least not different enough to want to hear the song again when you just heard it one or two tracks ago. I mean, do we really need that many versions of the lullaby song? But on the other hand, I do respect the fact that Cinevox went out of their way to make this as complete as possible. And considering you have to take out a loan to pay for these soundtracks, it doesn't seem so bad in the end. What it really comes down to is-If you like the music when you watch the film, then you'll like this cd.

No doubt about it, this is the score that put Goblin on the map as a force to be reckon with (their first one to boot, mind you!) The influence of "Tubular Bells" is strongly felt here, but the musicianship of the band members surpass that of Mike Oldfield in my opinion. Their compositional skills are evident here too, as on the title track, "Mad Puppet",and "Death Dies". And one shouldn't forget Giorgio Gaslini's contributions here, composing the lovely "Gianna", and the eerie "School At Night" and "Deep Shadows". Simply, a marvelous score.

The original vinyl album had seven tracks and ran only 29 minutes long, so to beef it out, Cinevox went through their archives and included more than 40 minutes and 21 tracks of alternate versions that were in the film.

This is perfect for Goblin fans and fans of the movie. But for casual fans, since there were only seven tracks to begin with, we have multiple alternate takes here, including one of "Gianna", three of "Death Dies", three of "Deep Shadows", and seven(!) of "School At Night". Some are substantially different, others just slightly different. And the "original sound effect" track of "Profondo Rosso" is really just the confrontation between the protagonist and the murderer overdubbed on the "Profondo Rosso" track.

Still, when all is said and done, it's a great CD. If you're a Goblin fan or even a Dario Argento fan, there's no reason not to have this. The sound quality is excellent, plus there's great liner notes from Carlo Bagnolo and Claudio Fuiano and a special introduction from keyboardist Claudio Simonetti. Thanks for going the extra mile, Cinevox!

I love the movie a lot, but the music was a huge part of that. This is one of the funest scores to listen to. I am excited I found this rare cd! The goblins are a great band and it really fits the sound of the time. Some of the music is down right freaky! but most of if is kind of groovy.

Most who know Goblin know most Goblin music was made for art-horror-surrealist Dario Argento's films. Profundo Rosso--Deep Red--is probably my least favorite of his movies.

But also has Goblin's best score. There are horrorisms here--and these are fun---but most of Profundo Rosso works from a deep, thick blues jazz funk. Goblin's textures here feel thicker, yet more natural, then ever. Hissing cymbals, throbbing bass lines, this score competes with some of the best funky jazz of the 1970s.

I recently watched the film again and realized why I disliked it. But I was sure glad I did: the music here does not always fit the film--a quicksilver blues funk while the main character is walking into a dark house is probably not the best cinematic option- but as an album, Produndo Rosso is unimpeachable.

Some films don't work without the film--this could have existed with no film at all

I'm proud, because the film was made in my city, Turin, but I think is not for this reason I love this sound track, this cd is a lucky union of Goblin and the great Giorgio Gaslini my favorite jazz musician who write one of the best tracks of jazz rock of all times.

Perhaps known better in the U.S. as "Deep Red," "Profondo Rosso" is a soundtrack of progressive rock at its best. There is a great marriage of the rock group Goblin and Dario Argento's horrific tale. Both picture and music are hitting on all cylinders. Just like "Suspiria," the music from "Profondo Rosso" is like another character from the movie adding to the creepiness and style of the picture. In addition to the rest of the album, the title and lullaby tracks are great to listen to (check out the mad puppet's laughs.)

Profondo Rosso a.k.a. Deep Red was a violent mystery directed by Dario Argento. The movie was augmented by a great electronic musical soundtrack from a little known rock band named Goblin. Dario liked their sound and wanted them to score his next movie. So, he brought them into the studio and showed them a rough cut of the movie. Claudio Simonetti (keyboard virturoso) and his band mates scored the chilling music. The music in the film is heavily synth driven. A couple of years later, Dario would call on them again to work on his opus Suspiria.

Strongly recommended.