The World's End (soundtrack)
The World's End (soundtrack) refers to the music featured in the 2013 British science fiction comedy film, ''The World's End''. The film's soundtrack is eclectic, reflecting the film's blend of genres and tones. While there isn't a formally released soundtrack album encompassing all the music used in the film, the music used falls into several categories:
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Original Score: Composed by Steven Price, the score utilizes a blend of electronic and orchestral elements to create a mood that shifts from comedic to tense and suspenseful depending on the scene. The score often incorporates elements of synth-pop and electronic music, reflecting the film's futuristic and slightly dystopian elements.
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Diegetic Music: The film features numerous instances of diegetic music—music that is part of the film's narrative, such as music playing in pubs or on the radio within the film's setting. This music spans a range of genres including popular British rock and new wave music reflective of the 1980s and 1990s, relevant to the characters' age and nostalgia. Specific tracks used would need to be sourced from the film itself.
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Licensed Music: A number of pre-existing songs are licensed for use in the film, but a complete listing is not readily available through official channels. These tracks likely further contribute to the film's atmosphere and character development, fitting within the broader 1980s and 1990s nostalgic aesthetic.
Further research into the specific songs utilized would be required for a comprehensive listing. Information regarding the involvement of specific artists and the availability of any official soundtrack release remains incomplete.