release date: 1982
format: vinyl
[album rate: 2,5 / 5]
producer: Jack Elliott
label: WEA / Full Moon - nationality: USA
Official soundtrack by New American Orchestra to the Ridley Scott movie "Blade Runner" (1982). 'Official', yes; however, it is NOT the original soundtrack (OST) recording, but to confuse things, it was produced, released and promoted as the official album from the film. The original soundtrack wasn't released until 1994 and is (rightfully) credited Greek artist Vangelis. This, the orchestral adaptation released in '82 is without the actual Vangelis score from the film and basically only consists of an adaptation of the original music.
The "Love Theme" track (feat. Dick Morrisey on sax) is a stunning track and THE musical highlight of the album. The rest here is a bit too much jazz-inspired new age music for orchestra, which is something I don't really appreciate all that much.
The original soundtrack by Vangelis is on the other hand something entirely different.
