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Spider-Man 2: Original Motion Picture Score

Danny Elfman · 2004

48 min · 15 tracks · new wave · ska

Dynamic orchestral arrangements blend sweeping melodies with intense action motifs, capturing the essence of superhero drama.

Spider-Man 2: Original Motion Picture Score is an album by Danny Elfman, released in 2004. Dynamic orchestral arrangements blend sweeping melodies with intense action motifs, capturing the essence of superhero drama. This score received significant acclaim, contributing to Elfman's status as a leading figure in film music. It was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Score Soundtrack for Visual Media and is often praised for enhancing the emotional depth of the film, influencing later superhero soundtracks with its thematic richness. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Spider-Man 2: Original Motion Picture Score sound like?

Dynamic orchestral arrangements blend sweeping melodies with intense action motifs, capturing the essence of superhero drama. Rooted in new wave and ska.

What makes Spider-Man 2: Original Motion Picture Score by Danny Elfman notable?

This score received significant acclaim, contributing to Elfman's status as a leading figure in film music. It was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Score Soundtrack for Visual Media and is often praised for enhancing the emotional depth of the film, influencing later superhero soundtracks with its thematic richness. By 2004, Danny Elfman was already an established composer known for his work on films like 'Batman' and 'Edward Scissorhands'. The release of 'Spider-Man 2: Original Motion Picture Score' came as a follow-up to his critically acclaimed score for the first 'Spider-Man' film in 2002, further solidifying his reputation in the realm of blockbuster film scoring.

How many songs are on Spider-Man 2: Original Motion Picture Score?

Spider-Man 2: Original Motion Picture Score has 15 tracks, running approximately 48 minutes.

Tracklist

15 tracks·48:01

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Spider‐Man 2 Main Title 3:21
  • 2 M.J.’s New Life / Spidus Interruptus 2:31
  • 3 Doc Ock Is Born Standout 2:22
  • 4 Angry Arms / Rebuilding 2:51
  • 5 A Phone Call / The Wrong Kiss / Peter’s Birthday 2:06
  • 6 The Bank / Saving May 4:27
  • 7 The Mugging / Peter’s Turmoil 3:21
  • 8 Doc Ock’s Machine 1:42
  • 9 He’s Back! 1:50
  • 10 Train / Appreciation Standout 6:15
  • 11 Aunt May Packs 2:51
  • 12 Armageddon / A Really Big Web! Standout 6:27
  • 13 The Goblin Returns 1:36
  • 14 At Long Last, Love 2:59
  • 15 Raindrops Keep Fallin’ on My Head 3:14

Release Date

July 27, 2004

Genre

new wave, ska

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

48 min 1 sec