Battlestar Galactica: Season Two
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Free Music Review: McCreary's music stays strong for another season
Hit: 5 Stars
The soundtrack of season two is remarkably improved over the previous season. As disappointed as I was that my favorite song from the season, Metamorphosis One, wasn't included on the album (possibly because Bear McCreary wasn't the original composer), there is little to find here that is not fitting with the series. The bass-heavy sound that has been one of the hallmarks of the new Galactica's soundtrack persists, and once again delivers some of the most emotionally stirring music I have ever heard on television, or indeed at all.
Most of the songs are fairly short, giving a broad range of moods, such as the calming yet vaguely eerie Pegasus to the fast-paced drum beats of Gina Escapes. Generally, the songs are less reminiscent of battle than the previous soundtrack. Lords of Kobol is noticeably different from the arrangement used on the series, sounding more like a self-contained song rather than an adaption to television. Most of the songs, however, are straight from the episodes, only in greater fidelity. It is worth pointing out that even the series DVDs do not deliver the same audio quality as the album; I have noticed some instrumentation that was either lost in translation to DVD or deliberately removed. Regardless, the pure sound of Season Two is a stark contrast from what I remember when watching the DVDs.
Free Music Review: Must have for battlestar fans
Hit: 5 Stars
From the inspiring track "Colonial Anthem" to the sorrow filled track "Roslin and Adama" and finally to the battle ready "Prelude to war" this album encompasses a wide range of emotions and classical styles. The composer Bear McCreary has truly made another masterpiece mixing classical styles of music from all around the globe with electric guitar work and even synthesizers.
Some of my favorites from this album include the mystical and euphoric track "Baltar's Dream", the soothing and mysterious track "Pegasus", the initially melancholy then hopeful track "Roslin and Adama", and the energetic and eclectic "Lords of Kobol."
The only problems with this album are that it lacks the excellent piano score found in "Valley of Darkness." I also consider the track "Black Market" out of place on this album.
Those who bought the first season soundtrack will notice that these tracks are better arranged and carry a little more depth and maturity and will especially love the track "Allegro" which is the second counterpoint to the track on the first season's album "Passacaglia."
People that don't know the show will still appreciate the mix in classical styles and emotionally charging songs. Overall this is a great soundtrack.
Free Music Review: As great as the season one soundtrack was ... this was even better
Hit: 5 Stars
It is the rare TV show where the music becomes as iconic and transformative as the show itself, and yet with Battlestar Galactica that is exactly the case. The show would not be the same with a "generic" soundtrack running in the background, and it is always a delight to see what delightful melody (or exotic instrument) Bear McCreary will come up with next. And as wonderful as the season one soundtrack was, McCreary really comes into his own with the second season. There is more variety, greater elaboration on themes established in season one, and I believe greater comfort with the musical tone being set for the series. The only disappointment with the season two soundtrack (and likely unavoidable due to copyright) is the absence of the beautiful Metamorphosis One which plays in the "Valley of Darkness" episode, although this track is easy to find (it's on Philip Glass' Solo Piano album). Speaking of Philip Glass, people who like the music of Battlestar Galactica should check out his compositions, as some of his piano music and also his work with strings seems to have been an influence for the more "classical" parts of the Battlestar Galactica repertoire.
If you like the music of Battlestar Galactica, you'll like this soundtrack. Go get it!
Free Music Review: Absolutely Stupendous
Hit: 5 Stars
Enchanting. Superb. Mesmerizing. Heart-stopping.
These are just some of the words I can use to describe the Battlestar Galactica Season 2 Soundtrack. It is simply out of this world. If you liked even one note of the music in Season 2, you will be sumptously rewarded with this CD. It explores every melody we glimsped in the show, and some of the songs seem like they could belong in an entirely different collection---of of, say, classical music. The musical scope ranges from Celtic to Eastern-sounding, with plenty of pounding percussion beats and string rhythms.
My favourites include:
A Promise to Return (absolutely beautiful strings...read the inspiration for the title in the booklet; it's very sad)
Roslin and Adama (perfect, though I don't remember hearing it during the show. It's simply gorgeous)
One Year Later (stirring. I could listen to it for hours)
Lords of Kobol (Deep. But I have a feeling they played a different version during the show. Though maybe I was focusing too much on that Admiral Kayne...)
Something Dark is Coming (Really awesome.)
I entreat you to buy this CD. It will probably remain in my Walkman for the next 3 months!
Free Music Review: Battlestar shines like a real sun!!!!
Hit: 5 Stars
I have been watching the series now, trying to get caught up to season three. I loved the music thus far that I've heard for season one and two. Season two however is the absolute killer! I love the first cut on this soundtrack, a rather well composed tribute to the original TV series. Then, later on, the track where the Gallatica is discovered by the Pegasus.....That is simply brilliant. The track where there is a misunderstanding between the leadership of these ships that almost leads them to war is outstanding to well. Throughout this soundtrack, you hear the violin very prominently and this builds to a very dramatic end. The soundtrack is well balanced and will make you think of the individual episodes from Season 2 when you listen and find yourself being taken to those memories of the episodes. I highly recommend this to those that want a nice exercise workout set, something to read to in the background for music, those that have a hobby that would benefit from this wonderful music and for those that love inspiring music. I highly recommend this. Extremely satisfied from Richmond, VA, USA.