The Legend of Tarzan (soundtrack)
| The Legend of Tarzan (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) | ||||
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| Released | June 24, 2016 (digital) July 15, 2016 (physical) | |||
| Recorded | 2016 | |||
| Genre | Film score | |||
| Length | 71:19 | |||
| Label | WaterTower Music | |||
| Producer | Rupert Gregson-Williams | |||
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The Legend of Tarzan (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) is the soundtrack and score album to the film of the same name featuring original music written, composed and produced by Rupert Gregson-Williams. Initially, he was set to co-write the score with Hans Zimmer, before receiving the sole credit as the film's composer.[1] WaterTower Music released the soundtrack album digitally on June 24, 2016, followed by a physical release on July 15, 2016.[2][3] It featured two songs, "Opar" co-written by Gregson-Wiliams and Lebo M and performed by Zoe Mthiyane, and "Better Love" written and performed by Hozier, which was used in the film's end credits.[4][5] Anthony Clarke, Thomas Farnon, and Tom Howe are credited for additional music.
Reception[edit]
Music critic Jonathan Broxton gave a mixed review for the soundtrack, saying "There’s nothing greatly wrong with The Legend of Tarzan in the bigger scheme of things; it’s functional, inoffensive, culturally respectful, and goes out of its way to mirror the current board-approved action music sound, which won’t upset any of the film’s key target demographics. "[6]
Track listing[edit]
| No. | Title | Writer(s) | Artist(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Opar" |
| Zoe Mthiyane | 3:28 |
| 2. | "Diamonds" | Gregson-Williams | Gregson-Williams | 4:50 |
| 3. | "Togetherness" | Gregson-Williams | Gregson-Williams | 1:44 |
| 4. | "Steamer and Butterfly" |
| Gregson-Williams | 2:40 |
| 5. | "Orphaned" | Gregson-Williams | Gregson-Williams | 2:46 |
| 6. | "Returning Home" | Gregson-Williams | Gregson-Williams | 4:01 |
| 7. | "Campfire" |
| Gregson-Williams | 2:40 |
| 8. | "Tarzan and Jane" | Gregson-Williams | Gregson-Williams | 3:39 |
| 9. | "Village Ambush" |
| Gregson-Williams | 4:41 |
| 10. | "Catching the Train" |
| Gregson-Williams | 2:16 |
| 11. | "Rom's Plan" | Gregson-Williams | Gregson-Williams | 2:11 |
| 12. | "Akut Fight" |
| Gregson-Williams | 2:16 |
| 13. | "Elephants in the Night" | Gregson-Williams | Gregson-Williams | 3:12 |
| 14. | "Jane Escapes" | Gregson-Williams | Gregson-Williams | 2:44 |
| 15. | "Jungle Shooting" | Gregson-Williams | Gregson-Williams | 2:41 |
| 16. | "Kala's Death" | Gregson-Williams | Gregson-Williams | 5:15 |
| 17. | "Where Was Your Honor?" |
| Gregson-Williams | 2:29 |
| 18. | "Boma Port" | Gregson-Williams | Gregson-Williams | 4:04 |
| 19. | "Stampede" |
| Gregson-Williams | 4:33 |
| 20. | "On the Boat" | Gregson-Williams | Gregson-Williams | 3:10 |
| 21. | "The Legend of Tarzan" | Gregson-Williams | Gregson-Williams | 2:36 |
| 22. | "Better Love" | Andrew Hozier-Byrne | Hozier | 3:23 |
| Total length: | 71:19 | |||
Personnel[edit]
Album credits adapted from CD liner notes:[2]
Instruments
- Cello – Peter Gregson
- Violin – Thomas Bowes
- Percussion – Paul Clarvis
Vocals
- Solo vocals – Zoe Mthiyane
- Vocal production – Lebo M
- Vocal recording – Johan Van Der Colff
Choir
- Choir – London Voices
- Choirmasters – Ben Parry, Terry Edwards
Orchestra
- Concertmaster – Thomas Bowes
- Orchestration and conducting – Alastair King
- Orchestra contractor – Isobel Griffiths
- Music preparation – Jill Streater
Management
- Music business and legal affairs – Dirk Hebert, Lisa Margolis, Ray Gonzalez
- Executive in charge of music (Warner Bros. Pictures) – Paul Broucek
- Executive in charge of soundtracks (WaterTower Music) – Jason Linn
Studio managers
- AIR Studios – Alison Burton
- Remote Control Productions – Shalini Singh
Production
- Music composed and produced by – Rupert Gregson-Williams
- Additional music and programming – Thomas Farnon, Tom Howe, Tony Clarke
- Technical score engineer – James Roberson
- Score recording – Nick Wollage
- Mixing – Alan Meyerson, Nick Wollage
- Mixing assistance – Forest Christenson, Tom Bailey
- Mastering – Gavin Lurssen
- Score editor – Allan Jenkins, JJ George, Andy Patterson
- Music production services – Steven Kofsky
- Pro-tools operator – Adam Miller
Cover
- Art direction – Sandeep Sriram
- Photography – Benjamin Ealovega
- Liner notes – David Yates
References[edit]
- ^ "Hans Zimmer & Rupert Gregson-Williams Scoring David Yates' 'The Legend of Tarzan'". Film Music Reporter. Archived from the original on March 11, 2016. Retrieved May 11, 2023.
- ^ a b "The Legend Of Tarzan: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack". WaterTower Music. Archived from the original on June 7, 2017. Retrieved May 11, 2023.
- ^ "The Legend of Tarzan: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack Features New Original Song "Better Love" Created for Film by Acclaimed Singer Songwriter Hozier". Business Wire. June 16, 2016. Retrieved May 11, 2023.
- ^ "Hozier talks The Legend of Tarzan". DIY. July 6, 2016. Archived from the original on May 11, 2023. Retrieved May 11, 2023.
- ^ Graham (June 20, 2016). "The Legend of Tarzan soundtrack features new original song "BETTER LOVE" created by Hozier". Geek Ireland. Retrieved May 11, 2023.
- ^ "THE LEGEND OF TARZAN – Rupert Gregson-Williams". MOVIE MUSIC UK. July 11, 2016. Archived from the original on August 10, 2016. Retrieved May 11, 2023.