Casino Royale Soundtrack

About the Soundtrack: This is quite literally a movie soundtrack, meaning it features the background music from the film " Casino Royale (2-Disc Widescreen Edition) ". The tracks on this 74 minute album are in the same sequence as the tracks appeared in the film. Since the tracks are in sequence, many of them blend well into each other - which is nice if you'd like to listen from start to finish. Many reviewers correctly point out that Chris Cornell's "You Know My Name" (the theme song) is not included. The album itself says this as well. Don't worry. The theme song (sans lyrics) inspired much of the soundtrack in the film, and you will get to enjoy Cornell's song or Monty Norman's original James Bond Theme in multiple tracks, including: - Blunt Instrument (my personal favorite on the album) - Trip Aces - Miami International - I'm the Money (the introduction of Vesper Lynd) - Aston Montenegro - Dinner Jackets (where you'll enjoy a classic 007 entrance theme mix) - Bond Wins It All (towards the end of the track) - The End of An Aston Martin - Fall of a House in Venice And naturally the James Bond theme makes a full on appearance in "The Name's Bond ... James Bond". Overall, Arnold has composed one of the strongest soundtracks I've heard (as a John Williams fan I think this is something of a strong statement). The chase tracks (such as Miami International or Dirty Martini) are just as intense (and long) as the filmed scenes, while the romance tracks (such as Vesper) are equally as moving. In fact "Vesper" reminded me of some of the romance themes from some of the early Sean Connery films. Her theme continues in "City of Lovers". About the Composer: Grammy winning composer David Arnold had scored three previous Bond films prior to Casino Royale. He was very familiar with taking another artist's opening track and blending it with the classic Bond Theme in a manner appropriate with each major scene or act. (Note: He has since also scored the sequel film "Quantum of Solace".) He has also scored a number of other popular films from the mid-1990s to present. Notable films include Stargate (Ultimate Edition) , Independence Day (Single Disc Widescreen Edition) , and A Life Less Ordinary .

Excellent music!

Superb soundtrack by David Arnold.

David Arnold is now second only to the great John Barry with his score for Martin Campbell's "Casino Royale," his fourth Bond foray which is easily the most interesting of his efforts in this musical area, especially since it helps introduce a new 007, Daniel Craig. And it all works wonderfully well. This is perhaps Arnold's best Bond score since his first effort, "Tomorrow Never Dies," which was easily comparable with some of Barry's best work, and this is no faint praise. This is a complex and clever score, not just simple action-adventure music, which has to do many things on several levels. The film and of course the music do not simply introduce a new actor, they must reintroduce a character, in this case James Bond as he actually becomes 007. And Arnold's music is a large part of this. Clearly, the most problematic, and intriguing, element of this score involves the traditional "James Bond Theme." When should it emerge? Decisions were made to save the full rendition for the big finish. We only hear hints (note "Blunt Instrument") of what ultimately becomes the full blown theme at the end. When it finally appears, it comes as something of an announcement..."no need to fear James Bond is here," finally. Arnold's music also reflects one of the two great loves of Bond's life, and the shattering end of that first love, and his themes for Vesper do this quite well. Here Arnold has opportunity to deal with both the romantic and tragic as Barry did in "On Her Majesty's Secret Service." Like his music for "Tomorrow Never Dies," there are also varied nods to Barry, but they are firmly couched in Arnold's now distinctive style which really comes through in numerous cues but are especially fun in "Blunt Instrument." We are missing the more traditional gun-barrel introduction musically, but it still works, and so does Arnold's music for the precredit sequence (Arnold has always done well with these). The title song is fair enough and it provides a musical anchor for the entire score, but inexplicably it is not on this recording. Everything else in this score works on the soundtrack disc and Arnold's music is a fundamental part of the film. When we finally hear Daniel Craig announce that he is "Bond, James Bond," the music adds the necessary exclamation point. 007 could not really exist without the two. And it also appears that James Bond, Daniel Craig, and David Arnold will return. Good news indeed. Solid production (fine sound, and over 70 minutes of music), but only modest packaging by Sony.

I think a lot of people think of James Bond movies nostalgically. I love the oldies, but watching them they don't quite hold up. Seeing Casino Royale for the first time I was shocked how well they did in reinventing the franchise with more realistic and gritty action but keeping the nostaglic elements (cheesy romance, etc). Really enjoyed the action and special effects here and am looking forward to Daniel Craig continuing in this role.

I just purchased this CD after seeing the movie and I think this score is great. I have to admit I miss John Barry scoring Bond films but Arnold is great to. I have to admit I'm a little disappointed that the title song "You know my name" by Chris Cornell isn't included on this CD which is surprising because I read that David Arnold wrote that song alongside Chris Cornell. This is a great score but I'll let you be the judge of that. If you like James Bond scores or David Arnold music, check this out.

I give this movie a 5 Star rating for story content. Daniel Craig is a very good James Bond but Sean Connery still holds the top spot in my book. It may be because Connery was the first and that's what sticks in my mind as to what James Bond should look and be like..but I think Craig has potential if the storylines are consistent with Casino Royale in the future; he could win out in the end!

I love all of the music on this album. Can't say that about all albums. I play this as background music when I'm grading papers, doing lesson plans, or just surfing the web. It's a great blend of action and love all wrapped up in one.

One of the best Bond Scores and David Arnold ticks all the boxes with this soundtrack. A must have in your Bond Soundtrack Collection

Edition magnifique, soin apporté au pressage qui se ressent clairement, la qualité des éléments et de l'emballage sont au top et le tarif en fait très raisonnable pour une qualité de ce niveau et un double LP. Ajoutons à ça une bande originale de haute volée pour un film absolument indispensable et on obtient un résultat digne de la légende de 007.

待ちに待ったボンド21作目、アーノルドはまたまた素敵な曲を書きました。曲を聴いてるだけで、今回の映画の雰囲気が伝わってきます。Die Another DayはJames Bond Themeがばりばりにアレンジされて、ボンド大活躍!!って感じですが、今回は控えめで、深いストーリーな感じのする曲が多いです。映画を見終わった後、このCDをもっと好きになりそう。 できればiTuneの完全盤も欲しいところですが。ジャケットの写真はUK盤のほうがかっこいい

Perfecto! Buen embalaje!

Arrived in Great Condition!