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Warriors (Soundtrack)

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Want to see an entire generation of grown men act like children? Play the opening theme from 1979's "The Warriors." Barry de Vorzon's concoction of swirly synths, smattering of electric piano, and steady tempo rolling along like a subway, is a sure thing to get fists in the air, and shouts of enthusiasm.
A big part of The Warriors appeal is the soundtrack, which was reissued recently. It`s equal parts exhilarating, funky, poignant and cheesy. Just like the movie.
The cover of 60's classic "Nowhere to Run" is like Michael McDonald doing the "Hot Lunch Jam" from "Fame." The catchy salsa disco "In Havana" has 70's strings, and bizarrely enough, Chevy Chase on backing vocals. Then again, he was Steely Dan's original drummer. Just thought I'd also point out this was co-produced by a man named Artie Ripp.
"Echoes In My Mind" by Mandrill could be Sly Stone leading Earth, Wind, and Fire. This contains so much funky, nocturnal Summer spirit, you can practically smell sweat and see neon lights flashing.
Hearing guitar genius Joe Walsh's "In the City," automatically makes you think of them walking victorious but downcast on the beach into the Coney Island morning sun. This is a slightly more discofied version than the one he did with the Eagles. But it's just as melodic, affecting and still has that killer slide guitar.
"Love Is a Fire" by Genya Raven sounds like every 80's Kiss song, especially the line "Beginning to feel my temperature rise." Cheese icon Desmond Child bellows "Last of an Ancient Breed," which has that melodramatic Meat Loaf quality, even if he was probably aiming for Bruce. Although the lyric "Ride the devil's steed" is more Tenacious D than Springsteen. Perhaps the ultimate song for caucasian men who like to high-five and wear doo-rags.
Who would've thought a movie about gangs during a turbulent time in N.Y.C. (and that inspired riots in some cities) could provoke such warm feelings of innocence and a nagging sense of nostalgia? Is the current state of the world that f@#$#ked up, or are we yearning for our childhood? Either way, can you dig it?

A very solid rock soundtrack that holds together as a unified
whole. The album is tethered by two great highlights: Joe
Walsh's first take on "In the City" (which he later re-recorded
with the Eagles for their "Long Run album; the version here
is better) and Desmond Child's "Last of an Ancient Breed" which
is undoubtedly the best Springsteen imitation ever recorded--better
than a lot of what Springsteen himself was recording at the
same time.

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This CD is amazingly awesome. I love the sound of every track on here, it just suits the tone and feel of the film, and the songs are very cool on their own. The Warriors is easily one of the greatest films of all time, and the theme is one of the best I've ever heard, it just builds into this really techno rock sound, it's awesome. A must have for any 70's enthusiast or rock fan.

This import from the classic cult gang movie is the best CD I have purchased all year.I am especially moved by track 8 the baseball furies chase and the warriors theme. I would have easily given $50 for this excellent soundtrack. It is rock music at it's pinnacle! Barry de Vorzon creates a magic no other can duplicate! Do yourself a favor and order this gem!

This is a very good soundtrack from one of the best third-show drive-in movies of all time. The music starts slowly with Joe Walsh and ends with a pulse pounding rendition of "Last of an Ancient Breed". This is a must-have from the 70's.

Just another INCOMPLETE soundtrack... Man, it's like a curse!

1 - Where's the first 1:25 seconds from the soundtrack???? They are pure magic. Why they cut off this? Why? Why? Why? Why?
2 - Where's the song for the Punks fight in the men's room?
3 - Where's the song for Stillwell Avenue arriving?

Sad...

If you loved the movie, then you will love the CD. It is a well constructed assortment of music that makes you relive the movie through audio. When I make long trips, I turn the CD on, and it's almost like watching the Warriors. A must for fans of the cult classic.

I first saw "The Warriors" way back in the 70s and have loved this movie and soundtrack ever since! The songs included are from various artists, including the track "In The City" by Eagles and James Gang guitarist Joe Walsh. However, I especially like the instrumental tracks arranged by DeVorzon, specifically for this soundtrack. Some of you may recognize DeVorzon as the composer for the theme to the TV series S.W.A.T.

The instrumentals are high tech and very upbeat. Joe Walsh does a good rendition"In The City" along with a new version of "Nowhere to Run"

This soundtrack is absolutely amazing! It has a variety of styles in music from electronic to pop. I really like this album because it reminds of my childhood (which is okay)and all the things that I've done and learned from.