Name: Godzilla Vs Mechagodzilla 2: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack
Brand: Akira Ifukube

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

DW229B

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Colour

Brown

Colour details

Eco Vinyl.

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Format multiplier

Download code

Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

Double 180 Gram Vinyl.

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Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2022-10-28

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

0810041487261

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Total Cap

2 / Extended format: No / LP / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No / brown

Artist

Akira Ifukube

Genre GB

Soundtracks

Label GB

Death Waltz

Akira Ifukube was a renowned Japanese composer born on May 31, 1914 in Kushiro. He is best known for his significant contributions to the Godzilla series. His music played a pivotal role in shaping the iconic soundtracks of these films, captivating audiences worldwide. Ifukube's talent and creativity extended beyond this franchise, as he composed for numerous other movies and genres throughout his career.

Throughout his life, Akira Ifukube collaborated with various artists and musicians, leaving an indelible mark on the world of film scores. His work drew inspiration from a diverse range of composers such as *Jerry Goldsmith*, *Basil Poledouris*, *Elmer Bernstein*, and many others who shared his passion for creating evocative musical compositions.

Akira Ifukube's legacy continues to resonate in the realm of film music even after his passing on February 8, 2006 in Tokyo. His profound impact on the Godzilla series and contributions to cinematic soundtracks have solidified him as one of Japan's most influential composers.

Founded in 2011 by a music industry veteran, Death Waltz Recording Company is a soundtrack label that specializes in releasing vinyl, CD, and digital formats. With a focus on working closely with renowned composers and directors like John Carpenter and Richard Kelly, the label delivers brand new audio re-masters and sleeve notes. Additionally, Death Waltz commissions exclusive artwork from talented artists for each project.

Each release from Death Waltz is pressed on high-quality 180g colored vinyl and comes with posters and prints of the unique artwork. The albums are housed in heavyweight tip-on jackets to ensure durability. In addition to offering standard issue releases in record stores worldwide through distributors F-Minor & Light In The Attic, the label's webshop also sells exclusive variant colors of its vinyl.

With its commitment to providing exceptional sound quality, stunning visuals, and limited edition releases, Death Waltz has become a go-to destination for soundtrack enthusiasts and collectors alike.

Soundtracks | Vinyl LPs, CDs, Merch | Rough Trade

The Big G is back! But so is the Big Metal G in the 1993 Toho classic Godzilla VS Mechagodzilla II. An exploration team in the Bering Sea finds an unhatched egg before being caught in a smackdown between Godzilla and the giant Pteranodon Rodan. The egg hatches to reveal a Baby Godzilla, but unfortunately, its presence draws Godzilla to its location. However, this allows the emergency service of G-Force to test out their newest anti-Godzilla weapon: the gigantic mecha Mechagodzilla, loaded with missiles and secret weapons to bring down the giant monster. Once again, Godzilla VS Mechagodzilla II was scored by the legendary Akira Ifukube, whose incredibly thrilling music is a highlight of one of Toho's best kaiju epics. Of course, the traditional Godzilla theme is front and centre and as rousing as ever, but Ifukube also returns to his wonderful original 1956 music for Rodan. Mechagodzilla is given a huge, lumbering theme with low brass that conveys its tremendous power. Still, the sweet and quirky material provided to Baby Godzilla is perhaps the highlight of the score, with a solo woodwind motif and beautiful soaring strings befitting the regality of the son of the Big G. Another Ifukube masterpiece!

Godzilla Vs Mechagodzilla 2: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack

Music GB