Braveheart Soundtrack (1995)
I’m a bit biased, as this is (one of) my favorite movie(s) of all time. That probably makes me overly generous in reviewing the soundtrack.
I will say that it does drag and/or become overly repetitive at a few points, and if you hate classical music you’ll probably hate this. I myself am neutral on classical music. This soundtrack, however, captures quite well the spirit of each scene it was written for. Now go watch the movie, if you haven’t yet.
(“Revenge”, “Making Plans/Gathering The Clans”)
Grade: A-
MTV Buzz Bin, Volume 1 (1996)
I absolutely adore compilations like this. That is, compilations of (mostly) good songs that make it unnecessary to shell out good money for the entire album.
Of course, today it’s a little different, given that you can get any single song you want online. Some of these songs are on worthwhile albums, but
there’s enough that aren’t to make it quite a nice little purchase.
(“Low”, “Creep”, “Everything Zen”)
Grade: A
The Rocky Horror Picture Show – Original Soundtrack (1975)
Do you like camp? Really? I’m talking major-league camp. I’m talking original ‘STAR TREK’ CAMP! If your answer is still yes, you’ll enjoy at least some of this.
In my opinion this demented little album peaks a little too soon, then fades. Generally people either love it or hate it. I don’t hate it. I SHOULD, I know…it’s utterly ridiculous. But sometimes, when you’re in a bad mood, “Time Warp” will come on the radio and get your toes a tappin’
(“Time Warp”)
Grade: C
2010: Hey, it makes you smile.
Grade: C+
Singles Soundtrack (1992)
The “soundtrack to my generation”, I’ve heard this called. And while I like that idea in theory (it would make a nice conversation piece), the material is far too spotty to even approach such an accolade.
(“Would?”, “Nearly Lost You”)
Grade: C+