Scarface (Rmx) [Original recording remastered, Soundtrack]

Giorgio Moroder | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (May 29, 2006)
• Original Release Date: December 9, 1983
• Number of Discs: 1
• Format: Original recording remastered, Soundtrack
• Label: Geffen Records
• ASIN: B0000UX4XA
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (30 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #67,398 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Track Listings

1. Scarface (Push It To The Limit) - Paul Engemann

2. Rush Rush - Deborah Harry

3. Turn Out The Light - Amy Holland

4. Vamos A Bailar - Maria Conchita

5. Tony's Theme - Giorgio Moroder

6. She's On Fire - Amy Holland

7. Shake It Up - Elizabeth Daily

8. Dance Dance Dance - Beth Anderson

9. I'm Hot Tonight - Elizabeth Daily

10. Gina's And Elvira's Theme - Giorgio Moroder

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com

The DVD and 20th anniversary theatrical reissue of Brian DePalma's revisionist remake of the 30's film noir crime drama Scarface was treated to the release of a gangsta-rap "tribute" soundtrack that underscored the film's enduring, if ultra-violent legacy. But the film's original song-score remains its true musical soul, a pop-culture artifact that still echoes its era and locale with a feverish '80s dancebeat aura. This new edition has been personally digitally remastered by the score's original composer/producer, Eurodisco king Giorgio Moroder, who burnishes its electrobeat-driven performances with loving care. And while Paul Engemann's title track and other performances can't help but sound a bit dated and kitsch-centric, other performances (like Debbie Harry's slinky "Rush Rush") show how much the era has influenced bands like No Doubt; a cultural wheel turned full circle. --Jerry McCulley

Customer Reviews

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13 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Surprisingly good, December 26, 2003

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Tom Benton (North Springfield, VT USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Scarface (Rmx) (Audio CD)

One day, while casually enjoying a shopping trip, I was stunned to find this CD. Believing it to be the original version of the songs from "SCARFACE", I jumped in joy and bought it immediately. Then, to my disappointment, I discovered that the songs were remixes, albeit ones approved by score composer Giorgio Moroder. I listened to the CD, and was surprised - these songs are almost just as good as the originals! Here's what I found:
1. "Scarface (Push It to the Limit)" - Paul Engemann / This was a terrific remix. The already fast-paced, strong-sounding song has become even more fast-paced yet sounding just as strong. Possibly the best on the album.
2. "Rush Rush" - Deborah Harry / Nice remix keeps the song's unique sound, while giving it a more natural sound.
3. "Turn Out the Light" - Amy Holland / Good song remixed fine, but the new disco sound takes away from the original's feeling.
4. "Vamos a Bailar" - Maria Conchita / The same song as before, except remastered (which the entire soundtrack is).
5. "Tony's Theme" - Giorgio Moroder / Large alteration of the original song makes this almost a different version of the song, while keeping the same melody. A more modern feeling has been given. While arguably as good as the previous version, I find that I liked the original more.
6. "She's on Fire" - Amy Holland / Good remix, which only slightly modifies the film's rock feeling.
7. "Shake it Up" - Elizabeth Daily / Very nice version of the song, which added percussion. Other than that, it's pretty much the same song.
8. "Dance Dance Dance" - Beth Anderson / One of (if not) the best remixes of the CD, with a new party-ish feeling.
9. "I'm Hot Tonight" - Elizabeth Daily / Basically the same song, although the pace has quickening a bit.
10. "Gina's and Elvira's Theme" - Giorgio Moroder / Even better version of the previous beautiful song. Great!

Overall, I'd highly recommend this soundtrack to anyone, but if you're a SCARFACE fan, this CD is an essential.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Be aware--different from original version, March 4, 2007

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N. P. Stathoulopoulos "nick9155" (Brooklyn, NY) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Scarface (Rmx) (Audio CD)

Despite being such a popular film, it tooks years for a proper version of Scarface to appear on DVD and for the soundtrack to appear in print in the USA. Available only as an import, the CD soundtrack was the original 1983 version.

Finally, a USA version of the disc appears, however, be aware that this has been remixed and remastered (apparently by Giorgio Moroder himself). It definitely sounds different, and soundtrack obsessives may prefer the original version (which sounds closer to what you hear in the film). Check the Amazon sound samples for some of the tracks, particularly 'Push It To The Limit' and 'Rush Rush'. Better or worse is for you to decide, but do recognize that the tracks may sound slightly off from what you're used to. If you know the songs from Grand Theft Auto III, I believe those versions were taken from the original (now out of print) version of this soundtrack.

Moroder fans will enjoy the snippets of film score here, not much, but still welcome, as well as his production and that famous Moroder sound on Push It To The Limit (ultimate 80s cheese, but catchy). It's a short disc, but the numbers are catchy for the most part, in a very 1983 way. GTA III gave this new life and exposed a lot of folks to an album that was out of print. That, plus the release of a nice DVD set prompted Moroder and Co to revisit this album and make it available, and cheap, too. Fanatics may want both versions, of course, otherwise, take your pick.

10 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Not the original songs!!!! DO NOT BUY!!!, June 18, 2006

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Victor Mondino (Vienna, VA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Scarface (Rmx) (Audio CD)

I used to own the original soundtrack that is now out of print in the U.S. But I misplaced it and bought this one thinking it was the same. How disappointed I was! The songs, while still from the original artists, are the not the same as they were in the movie. They have been remixed, altered, and ruined. I'm throwing this CD in the trash and buying the original import soundtrack.