Bring Back the British Soundtrack! 🎼
What's next for original British soundtracks?
I was reminiscing on the power of the soundtrack last week and was thinking about my personal favourites.
I love big American soundtracks such as Fame (1980), Love Jones (1997), A Star Is Born (2018) and Sister Act 2 (1993).
But I wanted to - a day after the 2021 BAFTAs - focus on homegrown films
I really hope British films will have the combined support in the next decade from the UK film and record industries to have the best soundtracks/scores for their films.
Please see my picks below:
~ Caroline @undrlndn 😊
Kidulthood
(2006)
Revolver Entertainment
Featuring music by the Dizzee Rascal, Wiley and a score by The Angel, this film captures the spirit of Noughties London.
👀 Watch on Netflix / Amazon Prime.
🎧 Listen on Spotify
Been So Long
(2018)
Virgin EMI Records
Starring Michaela Coel and Arinze Kene and music by Christopher Nicholas, Bangs and Arthur Darvill this London based musical was a refreshing take on a romance flick. We need to keep experimenting on original contemporary musicals!
👀 Watch on Netflix
🎧 Listen on Spotify
Rocks
(2019)
Island Records
This all female British soundtrack was it!
Ray Blk’s song “Warriors”, written specifically for the film was a highlight, as well as music from Jorja Smith, Little Simz, Stefflon Don, Mae Muller, Lola Young and Mabel ft. Not3s.
👀 Watch on Netflix
🎧 Listen on Spotify
Final Thoughts:
I loved Santan Dave and Sir David Attenborough teaming up last year for the music of Planet Earth: A Celebration (Watch on IPlayer here)
Directors please get producer of the moment Jae 5 to create an iconic soundtrack!
