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Clint Mansell (born Clinton Darryl Mansell, 7 January 1963, in Coventry, England) is a musician and composer. Mansell was the lead singer and guitarist of the British band, Pop Will Eat Itself. Mansell also broke into the world of film scoring when his friend, director, Darren Aronofsky, gave him the opportunity to score his debut film, “Pi”.
Despite some acclaim, Mansell’s score went widely unnoticed by both fans and critics. However, the soundtrack release, placing Mansell’s work alongside tracks from Autechre, Aphex Twin, Orbital and Roni Size, did win many fans from the IDM and electronica communities.
Mansell’s score for π was followed up by his score for the next Darren Aronofsky film, Requiem for a Dream. The score became a cult hit, as it was appreciated by scores of composers. The music is notable for its use of sharp, often staccato ‘un-vibrato-ed’ string instruments to create a cold and discomforting sound from instruments frequently used for their warmth and softness (an effect pioneered in film soundtracks by Bernard Hermann). Reportedly Kronos Quartet asked for a very reasonable fee which, according to Aronofsky, suited him well; Aronofsky also stated that the music inspired him during the editing process.
The trailer for The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers used a remixed version of the track “Lux Aeterna”, re-recorded with a full orchestra and choir.
The soundtrack for Requiem for a Dream also confirmed its popularity with the remix album Requiem For A Dream: Remixed, which contained new mixes of the music by Paul Oakenfold, Josh Wink, Jagz Kooner, and Delerium amongst others.
Despite some acclaim, Mansell’s score went widely unnoticed by both fans and critics. However, the soundtrack release, placing Mansell’s work alongside tracks from Autechre, Aphex Twin, Orbital and Roni Size, did win many fans from the IDM and electronica communities.
Mansell’s score for π was followed up by his score for the next Darren Aronofsky film, Requiem for a Dream. The score became a cult hit, as it was appreciated by scores of composers. The music is notable for its use of sharp, often staccato ‘un-vibrato-ed’ string instruments to create a cold and discomforting sound from instruments frequently used for their warmth and softness (an effect pioneered in film soundtracks by Bernard Hermann). Reportedly Kronos Quartet asked for a very reasonable fee which, according to Aronofsky, suited him well; Aronofsky also stated that the music inspired him during the editing process.
The trailer for The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers used a remixed version of the track “Lux Aeterna”, re-recorded with a full orchestra and choir.
The soundtrack for Requiem for a Dream also confirmed its popularity with the remix album Requiem For A Dream: Remixed, which contained new mixes of the music by Paul Oakenfold, Josh Wink, Jagz Kooner, and Delerium amongst others.
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DJSadisto wrote:
Requiem for a Dream <3
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TheOnlyHelicon wrote:
I'm getting really tired of the ringtones spammers.
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WildPrincess89 wrote:
I just downloaded all Clint Mansell ringtones at http://tiny.cc/oo1aB Together We Will Live Forever is my favorite, love it!
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WildPrincess89 wrote:
I just downloaded all Clint Mansell ringtones at http://tiny.cc/oo1aB Together We Will Live Forever is my favorite, love it!
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JonFight wrote:
Yeah, Requiem is probably one of the best movies I've ever watched.........but I never EVER want to see it again.....the last 15 minutes are terrifying. Hahahaha!
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Emtay13 wrote:
I watched Requiem For A Dream, and I must say, it's a movie that will be hard to forget 0_0...<3
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JonFight wrote:
All his work with Aronofsky is mindblowing, especially The Fountain, deserved an Oscar nomination for sure! The Moon score is fucking stellar as well, possibly the best thing about that movie....and that's saying a lot. Can't wait to see what he does next.
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fsk-_- wrote:
Just finished watching Moon, now listening to the soundtrack. Glorious work.
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euphocat wrote:
finish it
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artongar wrote:
2 blacknail: Which one is the "main" theme? I haven't seen the movie yet. p.s. moon ost is wonderful!
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farhad_mofawaz wrote:
xibalba...
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draconic1 wrote:
Requielm for a Dream soundtrack is brilliant.
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dicennian wrote:
genius [1]
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KSLM wrote:
Wow, I love him.
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BebopBeatnik wrote:
Stay With Me.
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blacknail wrote:
The "main" theme of Moon is nothing short than mesmerizing...
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WaterColour_Sky wrote:
I love the Fountain Soundtrack.
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Apollofury wrote:
His song for The Wrestler "Glory Be" is very beautiful
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mezuss wrote:
watch em quick, before you die !!
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Emtay13 wrote:
He's my top artist, and yet I've never seen any of the movies for which he has composed T_T
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7 British Independent Film Nominations for 'Moon'!
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Duncan Jones sci-fi movie 'Moon' was nominated seven times at the British Independent Film Awards announced Monday 26th October 2009 in London!As well as being nominated for Best film,Best Director,Be. …
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