Soundtrack [Soundtrack, Import]

Ashes to Ashes (Artist) | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (March 18, 2008)
• Number of Discs: 1
• Format: Soundtrack, Import
• Label: SONY
• ASIN: B0014FC3SC
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #147,182 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Editorial Reviews

2008 soundtrack to the BBC series (a spin off of the hit series Life on Mars). Apart from a few snippets of dialog and themes written by Edmund Butt, the tracks featured are all '80s hits from the likes of David Bowie, Duran Duran, Heaven 17, The Clash, Tenpole Tudor, Joe Jackson, Ultravox, The Ruts and many others. Sony/BMG.

Customer Reviews

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic!, April 8, 2008

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Victoria Fletcher "bikkysan" (New England) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Soundtrack (Audio CD)

Not getting into a review of the show itself (which is fantastic and if it comes to these American shores, everyone should watch it) but this soundtrack is a fantastic collection of 80s music from the earlier part of the decade. Unlike a lot of 80s collections which have the same songs we've heard a billion times from Culture Club, Flock of Seagulls, etc. this truly good music that if you have seen the show know matches perfectly. But even if you've never seen the show you can't beat a collection like this with music by more popular acts like David Bowie and the Clash, alongside lesser known but just as good tracks from ultravox, Flying Lizards and Joe Jackson. Its a great nostalgia kick for those who remember it, and for people who love 80s music pick this up... and watch the show.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A cool soundtrack from a cool show, but wanted more, March 25, 2009

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Mir (North Miami Beach, FL USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Soundtrack (Audio CD)

One of the great pleasures of the terrific show LIFE ON MARS was the 70's era music. ASHES TO ASHES, a very good follow-up show to LoM, and another chance to enjoy naughty tough guy Gene Hunt, has nifty 80's music to go with it. For me, it's a blast from my youthful past. I was in my 20's in the 80's, and this was the musical era of college, falling in love, marriage, and other transitions.

The Dexy's Midnight Riders song was unfamiliar to me, but I liked it better than their more famous Come On, Eileen. Much. It's always great to hear Bryan Ferry, naturally. And David Bowie. And Joe Jackson's voice makes me feel 22 again.

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I hope they can get this in for a less pricey price. Yowza. But the 80's pleasure is there for the taking. I do think they could have added some more songs. I mean, if you're gonna do the soundtrack, just do it. Put all the songs from the show. Also...where's SAME OLD SCENE!? After hearing it on AtoA, I went and put the track on to listen to it ...again. Great song. Why not here? Ah, well.

5.0 out of 5 stars Al right Bolly!, June 10, 2011

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Silvermoth - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Soundtrack (Audio CD)

Genius! Some of the best, most iconic tunes of the era are on this CD and it's a perfect companion to a fantastic television show!

Perfect for playing xbox to!