The Spy Who Loved Me [Original recording reissued, Original recording remastered, Soundtrack]

Carly Simon (Artist), Marvin Hamlisch (Artist) | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (February 25, 2003)
• SPARS Code: DDD
• Number of Discs: 1
• Format: Original recording reissued, Original recording remastered, Soundtrack
• Label: Capitol
• ASIN: B00008BLCH
• In-Print Editions: MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 3.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #45,499 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Editorial Reviews

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Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

21 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars If you are going to remaster something....do it right!, April 9, 2003

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Kendrik Lau (New York City) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Spy Who Loved Me (Audio CD)

I can understand why Dr. No and From Russia With Love might not have any new music because the original soundtracks are jammed with tracks already.

So what is up with The Spy Who Loved Me?
Basically, it is the same old thing. Only better sounding.

You might think the soundtrack would contain the actual music from the movie: The title song and the end titles as it was heard in the film (right now you can only transfer it from DVD), the music used for Bond and Anya on a boat to Cairo, Bond and Anya following Jaws into the Egyptian ruins, the underwater battle between the Espirit Lotus and Stromberg's frogmen, the battle on board the Liparus, Bond wetbiking to Atlantis, Atlantis' destruction, the chase between Bond, Anya, Jaws, and Naomi (and the cue used for the Lotus' entrance into the water).

Instead we get THIS.

Perhaps there is some kind of contractual agreement (or disagreement) here between Marvin Hamlisch and the powers that be; you can remaster The Spy Who Loved Me all you can....but nevertheless it is NOT the soundtrack that the movie, AND the fans deserved.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars James Bond and Disco collide with full force!, June 14, 2005

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Christopher Bales "Jazz Musician" (Terre Haute, IN) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Spy Who Loved Me (Audio CD)

For the most part, I feel that the Bond film scores all sound very similar. This is one that REALLY stands out to me.

1. -Nobody Does It Better- This is by far one of the best Bond songs ever recorded, and we are given the full cut of the song, not the partial cut that I have heard elsewhere.

2. -Bond 77- This is a 4:22 compilation of all the Disco-Bond themes throughout the film. It has great solos, and the Disco beat, though I'm not a big fan of Disco, this is an exciting track that defines Roger Moore's Bond in the film.

3. -Ride To Atlantis- This is a very tranquill and relaxing piece with lots of strings, guitars, and synthesizers. It is beautiful and gives the impression of being underwater.

4. -Mojave Club- This is a very interesting track. It has lots of drums and has an extremely African sound. It can get obnoxious after repeat listenings, but all in all, it is not too long and is worth a listen.

5. -Nobody Does It Beter (Instrumental)- This is, by far, the most beautiful track on the CD. It has beautiful solos by Marvin Hamlisch on piano, Laurence Juber on lead guitar, and Derick Plater.

6. -Anya- Although the track never actually appeared in the film, it is a beautiful serenade that stays appealing even after repeated listening.

7-10. -The Pyramids, Eastern Lights, Conclusion- These tracks are all connected and represent a compilation of the finale music from the film. 7 builds suspense with lots of brass and leads into 8. 8 consists of a disco/funk/African sound that is very neat sounding. 9 is mostly done by strings and a chorus. Over all, these tracks only add up to a total of 7:58.

11. -End Titles- This track consists of parts of tracks 1 and 5.

All in all, this is an incredible soundtrack, though I wish more could have been included. But as this was first released on a vinyl LP, the 36 minute total running time makes sense. This is an incredible album and the price is perfect. A GREAT BUY!!!

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Marvin Hamlisch shakes up the James Bond theme!, March 26, 2003

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Devin Zydel (New York) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Spy Who Loved Me (Audio CD)

The Spy Who Loved Me has now been remastered, but sadly contains no new tracks, but the musical quality has gone up. This score is one of the early few that was not scored by John Barry. He couldn't return to England, so Marvin Hamlisch was chosen instead. The result is a pulse-pounding disco-laced score with one of the most exciting renditions of the James bond theme (Bond 77) and a mesmerizing and inspirational title songs ever! However, this soundtrack is a rather poor representation of the full score, but it is still very well done with what it has. The title track- Nobody Does It Better is performed with the undeniable charm of Carly Simon's soothing voice, and the song charted at an impressive #2 for three weeks in the US. It is regarded as one of the best Bond songs ever. The full-blown, blasting Bond 77 is a disco-smash track that combines the James Bond Theme with synthesizers and the result is magnificent. This was the track that really stood out for being so different, but working so well. Ride To Atlantis is another favorite of mine with an odd chime sound that generally builds throughout the track and makes it a great track on the soundtrack. The Tanker is a hauntingly powerful track that is also another good track. There is a very nice Instrumental Nobody Does It Better with Marvin Hamlisch on the piano. Mojaba Club and many other tracks have a very local music feel to them , and it depends on whether you like it or not. All in all, The Spy Who Loved Me is a magnificent Bond score with a great title song, wonderful tracks and a nice inner booklet too. Shaken and stirred to perfection!