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Track Listings
| 1. First Class |
| 2. Pain and Anger |
| 3. Would You Date Me? |
| 4. Not That Sort Of Bank |
| 5. Frankenstein's Monster |
| 6. What Am I thinking |
| 7. Cerebro |
| 8. Mobilise For Russia |
| 9. Rise Up To Rule |
| 10. Cold War |
| 11. X-Training |
| 12. Rage and Serenity |
| 13. To Beast Or Not To Beast |
| 14. True Colours |
| 15. Let Battle Commence |
| 16. Sub Lift |
| 17. Coup d'État |
| 18. Mutant and Proud |
| 19. X-Men |
| 20. Magneto |
Editorial Reviews
X MEN: FIRST CLASS, the latest installment of the blockbuster cult series, is one of the most anticipated films of the year. Henry Jackman is scoring what will easily be the biggest film of their careers for both him and director Matthew Vaughn (Kick-Ass, Stardust). Jackman worked with Hans Zimmer on The Dark Knight (Grammy Award®-winner) and scored Monsters vs Aliens as well as Gulliver s Travels.
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24 of 25 people found the following review helpful
By W. Owens
Format:MP3 Music|Amazon Verified Purchase
The previous reviews describe this album pretty well, so I won't rehash what has been said. I am listening to it right now, as I write this.
This album contains only Henry Jackman's original material; it does not contain other music used in the film. So if you're looking for the Edith Piaf classic "La Vie en Rose" (played on Sebastian Shaw's turntable twice), "Run (Instrumental)" by Gnarls Barkley (Charles and Erik recruiting the mutants), "Green Onions" by Booker T and the MG's (the young mutants showing off their powers), or "Hippy Hippy Shake" by Chan Romero (the young mutants partying), you'll need to find them elsewhere and supplement this album with them.
Having said that, this album is still well worth buying.
This album contains only Henry Jackman's original material; it does not contain other music used in the film. So if you're looking for the Edith Piaf classic "La Vie en Rose" (played on Sebastian Shaw's turntable twice), "Run (Instrumental)" by Gnarls Barkley (Charles and Erik recruiting the mutants), "Green Onions" by Booker T and the MG's (the young mutants showing off their powers), or "Hippy Hippy Shake" by Chan Romero (the young mutants partying), you'll need to find them elsewhere and supplement this album with them.
Having said that, this album is still well worth buying.
12 of 13 people found the following review helpful
Format:MP3 Music
I started off not really caring about this soundtrack that much ...
Usually the scores I like will jump out at me during the movie and then I'll go and get them right afterwards (TRON, The dark Knight, Battle Los Angeles), but this never quite got there (almost but not quite). But after a friend recommended Magneto's theme on the track listing ... I went off to rdio to listen to it and have had it on repeat all day.
The thing I really love about this soundtrack is that ... it has a really strong central theme (most recognizable in "X-Men") and a secondary one (First Class) that the rest of the arrangement is built around. Both of them are interwoven through out the score and it is done quite brilliantly. Sometimes it subtle ... just the outline of the theme to start with, like in the beginning of "Frankensteins monster" or "Cerebro" and other times its balls-to-the-wall ... all-adrenalin like in X-Men and Magneto.
Its strong suit (the themes) is also its weak point and, I realize now, the reason I didn't immediately jump all over this after seeing the movie.
The themes are used so much in the score ... that if you don't immediately like them, then you won't really like/love the Soundtrack, but what I will say is that it can grow on you ... especially if you've seen the movie.
Doesn't knock my socks off, but still very good ... more like 3.5 out of 5 (can't give half ratings though, and it definitely better than 3 out of 5)
I'd suggest trying it out on rdio.com or grooveshark before buying.
enjoy
Usually the scores I like will jump out at me during the movie and then I'll go and get them right afterwards (TRON, The dark Knight, Battle Los Angeles), but this never quite got there (almost but not quite). But after a friend recommended Magneto's theme on the track listing ... I went off to rdio to listen to it and have had it on repeat all day.
The thing I really love about this soundtrack is that ... it has a really strong central theme (most recognizable in "X-Men") and a secondary one (First Class) that the rest of the arrangement is built around. Both of them are interwoven through out the score and it is done quite brilliantly. Sometimes it subtle ... just the outline of the theme to start with, like in the beginning of "Frankensteins monster" or "Cerebro" and other times its balls-to-the-wall ... all-adrenalin like in X-Men and Magneto.
Its strong suit (the themes) is also its weak point and, I realize now, the reason I didn't immediately jump all over this after seeing the movie.
The themes are used so much in the score ... that if you don't immediately like them, then you won't really like/love the Soundtrack, but what I will say is that it can grow on you ... especially if you've seen the movie.
Doesn't knock my socks off, but still very good ... more like 3.5 out of 5 (can't give half ratings though, and it definitely better than 3 out of 5)
I'd suggest trying it out on rdio.com or grooveshark before buying.
enjoy
9 of 10 people found the following review helpful
By shoutsma
Format:MP3 Music
Not only is this a pleasant surprise, it's also one of the most enjoyable stand-alone listens this summer.
X-Men: First Class' score is done by Henry Jackman, a relatively new face on the scene (his biggest movies being Monsters vs. Aliens and Kick-Ass). For only having done a few blockbusters and the added pressure of writing something for an X-Men movie, this is pretty great.
The real core strength of the album is Magneto's motif, which is featured in several tracks. It's simple, yet incredibly effective. Consisting of about five different notes over two phrases, it's very pliable to different situations. Throughout the album we get it in basic long tones with string accents underneath, lower instrument accents with flowing upper strings, guitar w/ reverb, and a cool magnetic wave effect added in later. In the final track "Magneto" (easily the best on the album), it's featured in full force. Jackman's history with club music comes out here with added digital snare hits, and some of that wave-like techno background. It honestly works really well.
If the Magneto aspect of the album is great, I'd say everything else is good and solid. The theme for the X-Men favors secondary strings more than an outright melody, but the tone is absolutely right for that. The score takes a more emotional turn when dealing with Mystique and her relationship with Beast. "X-Training" is your training montage piece that features electronics more than one might think, but works well with how the movie is edited around it. Action tracks like "Rise Up to Rule" and "Let Battle Commence" are exciting, while the tracks "Cold War" and "To Beast or Not To Beast" help build suspense. And everything in between is just dandy.
Some have been upset by the use of electronics in a period piece, but it works here given the movie is clearly inspired by and paying homage to James Bond. What makes this score work and stand out from others is its reliance on themes like Magneto's or the X-Men's, over just chord changes or percussion hits. It's really the one X-Men soundtrack you can listen to repeatedly without the movie to guide you. I would highly recommend it.
X-Men: First Class' score is done by Henry Jackman, a relatively new face on the scene (his biggest movies being Monsters vs. Aliens and Kick-Ass). For only having done a few blockbusters and the added pressure of writing something for an X-Men movie, this is pretty great.
The real core strength of the album is Magneto's motif, which is featured in several tracks. It's simple, yet incredibly effective. Consisting of about five different notes over two phrases, it's very pliable to different situations. Throughout the album we get it in basic long tones with string accents underneath, lower instrument accents with flowing upper strings, guitar w/ reverb, and a cool magnetic wave effect added in later. In the final track "Magneto" (easily the best on the album), it's featured in full force. Jackman's history with club music comes out here with added digital snare hits, and some of that wave-like techno background. It honestly works really well.
If the Magneto aspect of the album is great, I'd say everything else is good and solid. The theme for the X-Men favors secondary strings more than an outright melody, but the tone is absolutely right for that. The score takes a more emotional turn when dealing with Mystique and her relationship with Beast. "X-Training" is your training montage piece that features electronics more than one might think, but works well with how the movie is edited around it. Action tracks like "Rise Up to Rule" and "Let Battle Commence" are exciting, while the tracks "Cold War" and "To Beast or Not To Beast" help build suspense. And everything in between is just dandy.
Some have been upset by the use of electronics in a period piece, but it works here given the movie is clearly inspired by and paying homage to James Bond. What makes this score work and stand out from others is its reliance on themes like Magneto's or the X-Men's, over just chord changes or percussion hits. It's really the one X-Men soundtrack you can listen to repeatedly without the movie to guide you. I would highly recommend it.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Score for an Awesome Movie
Henry Jackman's score for X-Men: First Class goes along very well with the tone and feel of the film. Read more
Published 1 day ago by Dan Thompson
5.0 out of 5 stars
"X-Men: First Class" Score - 5 Stars
This is an album full of memorable themes and powerful percussive action. I think it is a great album and would recommend it to anyone who enjoys film music. Read more
Published 29 days ago by JMM
5.0 out of 5 stars
Very Strong
This may be one of the more under-rated scores in the past few years. It melds so well with what is happening on screen, but stands out just as much when enjoyed by itself.
Published 1 month ago by Johnny Ola
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great music
Good music with varied tempos to keep listening interesting. I use it in the car and at the gym as well.
Published 2 months ago by JennyB
5.0 out of 5 stars
Cool mix
This album has a little bit of modern instruments in it in addition to traditional film score music, but it's done in a way that doesn't stick out like a sore thumb. A good twist.
Published 2 months ago by T. Szymanski
5.0 out of 5 stars
X-Men: First Class Soundtrack - Wonderful!
I enjoy listening to soundtracks anymore and Henry Jackman's X-Men soundtrack is first rate. The music is bold and interesting to listen to. I highly recommend this soundtrack!
Published 3 months ago by Cylb
5.0 out of 5 stars
X-Men First Class
This is a awesome soundtrack it is fun and enjoyable to listen to. the best songs from this cd are all of them if you have not listened to this cd then i recommend you do
Published 6 months ago by David A. Smith
4.0 out of 5 stars
More like 4.5 stars
If you noticed and liked the music while you were watching the movie, then chances are, you'll like the soundtrack. Read more
Published 9 months ago by spidersam13
5.0 out of 5 stars
One of the Best I've Ever Owned!
I collect soundtracks, and believe it or not, this is actually one of my favorite of all time. Henry Jackman jumped to the top of my list. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Benjamin Jones
1.0 out of 5 stars
Terrible Overbearing Orchestra Garbage
I just watched X Men First Class for the first time and it was a great movie except for the obnoxious orchestral score during the action sequences and the song that plays when the... Read more
Published 17 months ago by SuperShopper
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