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The unforgettable soundtrack to the Quentin Tarantino-scripted True Romance. Features "You're So Cool" by Hans Zimmer (The Dark Knight).
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66 of 68 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
One of my favorite CDs from one of my favorite movies! The only improvement would be the inclusion of the 8 missing songs seen in the movie song credits, especially the Big Bopper's "Chantilly Lace" (Hell-o-o-o, Baby!) and Burl Ive's "Little Bitty Tear". At least this CD is so much more complete with the inclusion of the Hans Zimmer homage to the 1973 movie "Badlands" main theme music "Gassenhauer" Street Song from Carl Orff and Gunild Keetman's "Musica Poetica - Orff-Schulwerk". Zimmer did NOT "rip off Orff" as some reviewers assert.
Now for the truth: The main theme "Gassenhauer" was composed by Orff's associate Gunild Keetman BASED ON A 1536 WORK FOR LUTE BY HANS NEUSIEDLER! Orff's stated goal for the Schulwerk: "Improvisations which encourage further improvisation". This is precisely what Hans Zimmer did when he PRODUCED (no writing credits on soundtrack CD) 3 pieces loosely based on "Gassenhauer" for the film "True Romance", written by Quentin Tarantino as his tribute to the Terrence Malick movie "Badlands": "You're So Cool", "Stars At Dawn", & "Amid The Chaos Of The Day". These are a fine & fitting tribute to Malick, Keetman/Orff, and, yes, especially Nuesiedler - Zimmer did NOT "rip off Orff". Is not imitation the sincereist form of flattery? Just as Patricia Arquette's Alabama narration evokes comparison to Sissy Spacek's Holly ongoing commentary, the two recurring musical themes are marked by their differences as well as their similarities: Gassenhauer is menacingly prophetic and languid as it traces Kit & Holly's diverging paths to doom & gloom, while "You're So Cool" is promisingly upbeat as it steers Clarence & 'Bama to follow the sun to their ultimate destiny with Elvis. Thank our lucky "Stars At Dawn" that Tony Scott didn't choose the alternate ending that surely would have bombed "Amid The Chaos Of The Day".
Note for "Badlands" music fans: Unfortunately, there never was a soundtrack album produced for "Badlands". The five (5!) "Badlands" songs from Musica Poetica can, however, be found on the 1994 BMG release (RCA Victor Red Seal) 6-CD box set version of the original Orff/Keetman recordings done between 1963 & 1975 on 10 LPs. There are at least 4 other "Badlands" pieces!
vv - Update As of August 9, 2009 - vv
The six (6!) "Badlands" songs from Musica Poetica can be found on the 6-CD box set (09026 68031 2) and the 10 LPs. There are at least 5 other "Badlands" pieces!
^^ - Update As of August 9, 2009 - ^^
vv - temp Update As of August 15, 2009 - vv
[ADDITION] See my eB@y auctions ending soon under seller ID thedoorsguy for both the 6-CD set & the 10-LP set w/ Buy-It-Now Bonus mp3s of the 6 "Badlands" pieces!
^^ - temp Update As of August 15, 2009 - ^^
Now for the truth: The main theme "Gassenhauer" was composed by Orff's associate Gunild Keetman BASED ON A 1536 WORK FOR LUTE BY HANS NEUSIEDLER! Orff's stated goal for the Schulwerk: "Improvisations which encourage further improvisation". This is precisely what Hans Zimmer did when he PRODUCED (no writing credits on soundtrack CD) 3 pieces loosely based on "Gassenhauer" for the film "True Romance", written by Quentin Tarantino as his tribute to the Terrence Malick movie "Badlands": "You're So Cool", "Stars At Dawn", & "Amid The Chaos Of The Day". These are a fine & fitting tribute to Malick, Keetman/Orff, and, yes, especially Nuesiedler - Zimmer did NOT "rip off Orff". Is not imitation the sincereist form of flattery? Just as Patricia Arquette's Alabama narration evokes comparison to Sissy Spacek's Holly ongoing commentary, the two recurring musical themes are marked by their differences as well as their similarities: Gassenhauer is menacingly prophetic and languid as it traces Kit & Holly's diverging paths to doom & gloom, while "You're So Cool" is promisingly upbeat as it steers Clarence & 'Bama to follow the sun to their ultimate destiny with Elvis. Thank our lucky "Stars At Dawn" that Tony Scott didn't choose the alternate ending that surely would have bombed "Amid The Chaos Of The Day".
Note for "Badlands" music fans: Unfortunately, there never was a soundtrack album produced for "Badlands". The five (5!) "Badlands" songs from Musica Poetica can, however, be found on the 1994 BMG release (RCA Victor Red Seal) 6-CD box set version of the original Orff/Keetman recordings done between 1963 & 1975 on 10 LPs. There are at least 4 other "Badlands" pieces!
vv - Update As of August 9, 2009 - vv
The six (6!) "Badlands" songs from Musica Poetica can be found on the 6-CD box set (09026 68031 2) and the 10 LPs. There are at least 5 other "Badlands" pieces!
^^ - Update As of August 9, 2009 - ^^
vv - temp Update As of August 15, 2009 - vv
[ADDITION] See my eB@y auctions ending soon under seller ID thedoorsguy for both the 6-CD set & the 10-LP set w/ Buy-It-Now Bonus mp3s of the 6 "Badlands" pieces!
^^ - temp Update As of August 15, 2009 - ^^
20 of 21 people found the following review helpful
By Tom
Format:Audio CD
If you enjoyed the scene in the movie between Christopher Walken and Denis Hopper, then maybe you were looking for the classical opera song that played during that scene. Well it isn't on the CD, but if you skipped the credits, and don't know the song, it's called "Lakme" by Delibes. Its such a heavenly tune, that is made memorable by a wicked scene in film history.
11 of 12 people found the following review helpful
By "stlthlvis"
Format:Audio CD
Soundtracks are infamous for leaving out the best songs......the ones you want to hear. True Romance doesn't do that. 1. You're so cool**Hans Zimmers' often reproduced theme to True Romance. 2. Graceland**by Charlie Sexton lets me know cool is still alive. 3. In Dreams**John Waite at his finest. Never eat pie without it. 4. Wounded Bird**Charles and Eddie...Top notch love scene... and so on......we got Robert Palmer, Soundgarden, Chris Isaac and a bit of Shelby Lynne for the country crowd. The only thing missing from this CD is 10 songs from Elvis. We know where to find that. 5 STARS!!!!!!!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars
It doesnt reflect the crazy action in the Movies...
There is one piece on this album that plays all through the movie, You Are So Cool, a Carribean genre marimba tune. Read more
Published 1 month ago by jonathan
4.0 out of 5 stars
listen to this a lot
has a nice retro but not dated sound; this cd is a great addition to my driving music selection; bought it after watching the movie for the first time in ages. Read more
Published 1 month ago by busymom
5.0 out of 5 stars
Pure Tarantinoesque Pleasure!
What a treat! If the movie leads you to order this CD, it will come as a delightful surprise to hear all the musical bits that you hadn't realized were part of this masterwork. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Daniel Matlock
5.0 out of 5 stars
Masterworks dinner Classics: Romance
CD was in perfect condition, excellent music choices. I strongly recommend this CD. i listen to it while i am reading or doing bible studies as it is soothing and not "loud".
Published 7 months ago by Karen A. Tackitt
3.0 out of 5 stars
Disappointed
Not the smooth, soft music I expected. Some pieces are good, but it is interspersed with others that are not appropriate.
Published 8 months ago by William Wood
4.0 out of 5 stars
Great for what it is and was!
All that I can say is that this music is one that you have to be in a Q. T. kind of mood! If so, you will be very happy. Otherwise, it is one that is a once-in-a-while disc. G
Published 18 months ago by Gregory C. Bardakos
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Soundtrack
If you love the offbeat and interesting, this movie and the soundtrack are for you. Great mix of contempory music and a little nostalgic as well.
Published on March 27, 2011 by Dave Luevano
3.0 out of 5 stars
Just Okay
I thought I would know more songs on this cd but I knew about 2, I ordered it for one in particular and just hoped I would like the rest but not so much, it's okay but I wish I... Read more
Published on September 23, 2009 by Lilly
5.0 out of 5 stars
True Romance, a movie with a sound track guaranteed to entertain
For the viewer who wants gripping drama, a fantastic sweet romance, gripping suspense, seasoned with comedy that assaults the senses, and acted by a cast of characters who are... Read more
Published on September 1, 2009 by John Vasconcellos
5.0 out of 5 stars
Perfect dinner music
I am always looking for a new mix of music for dinner parties, and this is wonderful. Often times music of this kind seeks to put you to sleep rather enhance a dinner experience. Read more
Published on December 1, 2007 by Truthseeker
