Nick Cave & Warren Ellis – The Proposition (Original Soundtrack) [CD]

Product Details

• UPC: 0094634006323
• Product Type: CD, Album
• Label: Mute Records – LCDStumm255
• Format: Jewel Case Edition
• Country: Europe
• Released: 2005
• Genre: Rock, Blues, Stage & Screen
• Style: Soundtrack

Overview

"Nick Cave & Warren Ellis – The Proposition (Original Soundtrack)" is a captivating musical journey that intertwines evocative rock and blues elements with cinematic storytelling. This album, a collaborative project between renowned Australian musicians Nick Cave and Warren Ellis, offers a rich soundscape that enhances film and stage productions with its deeply atmospheric compositions and innovative arrangements. The soundtrack perfectly captures the tension and emotion of its namesake film, making it a must-have for soundtrack collectors and fans of cinematic music alike.

Product Features

• Format & Packaging: Released as a CD within a high-quality jewel case edition.
• Recording & Mastering: Recorded at Air Edel Studios in London and mastered at The Exchange.
• Artistic Collaboration: Features contributions from key figures including Nick Cave, Warren Ellis, and co-performers such as Jim White, Martyn P. Casey, and George Vjestica.
• Sound & Style: Blends rock, blues, and cinematic score techniques to create an immersive auditory experience.

Interesting Facts

• Collaborative Excellence: This project stands as a testament to the creative synergy between Nick Cave and Warren Ellis, two pioneers in contemporary cinematic soundtracks.
• Dynamic Arrangements: The soundtrack is renowned for its intricate arrangements that shift fluidly between moody, introspective passages and more upbeat, narrative-driven segments.
• Visual & Audio Harmony: Artwork designed by Tom Hingston Studio complements the album’s sonic depth, reflecting the dark yet artful aesthetic of the film.
• Legacy & Influence: Since its release in 2005, the album has influenced a generation of soundtrack enthusiasts and remains a distinctive example of film score artistry.

Track Listing

1. Happy Land
   • Duration: 1:34
   • Notable Contribution: Guitar by Doug Leitch; traditional music and lyrics.
2. The Proposition #1
   • Duration: 3:23
3. Road To Banyon
   • Duration: 1:38
4. Down To The Valley
   • Duration: 3:45
5. Moan Thing
   • Duration: 2:43
6. The Rider #1
   • Duration: 1:12
7. Martha's Dream
   • Duration: 3:06
   • Music By / Arranged By: Jim White, Mick Turner, Nick Cave, Warren Ellis
8. Gun Thing
   • Duration: 4:25
9. Queenie's Suite
   • Duration: 3:27
   • Music By / Arranged By: Jim White, Mick Turner, Nick Cave, Warren Ellis
10. The Rider #2
    • Duration: 2:57
11. The Proposition #2
    • Duration: 2:40
12. Sad Violin Thing
    • Duration: 0:48
13. The Rider #3
    • Duration: 1:06
14. The Proposition #3
    • Duration: 2:58
15. The Rider Song
    • Duration: 2:29
    • Notable Contribution: Guitar by George Vjestica.
16. Clean Hands, Dirty Hands
    • Duration: 3:35
    • Music By / Arranged By: George Vjestica, Jim White, Martyn P. Casey, Nick Cave, Warren Ellis; Traditional lyrics.

Publishers

This original soundtrack is published and distributed by Mute Records Limited under exclusive license. The record is printed in the EU and carries the copyright ℗2005 Mute Records Limited and ©2005 Surefire Film Production 3 LLP, Pacific Film and Television Commission, UK Film Council.

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