The Special Digital Original Soundtrack features the full content of the Original Soundtrack, a digital booklet, as well as six bonus remix tracks composed by renowned producer Neil Davidge and remixed as follows: To Galaxy (Sander Van Doorn & Julian Jordan Remix), Awakening (Gui Boratto Remix), Revival (DJ Skee & THX Remix), Ascendancy (Caspa Remix), Requiem (Bobby Tank Remix) and The Beauty of Cortana (Apocalyptica vs. Neil Davidge Remix).
Lastly, 343 Industries is also putting together a Halo 4 Special Edition 2-Disc Box Set. Available for pre-order for $75, the Halo 4 Special Edition Box Set will include:
- Halo 4 Original Soundtrack
- Halo 4 14-track remix album
- Exclusive “Making of Halo 4 Music” DVD containing over 70 minutes of unique behind-the-scenes footage
- interviews
- recording sessions from Abbey Road
- Exclusive hardcover book on the “Making of Halo 4 Music” featuring production and composition notes from Neil Davidge plus exclusive behind-the-scenes photos and exclusive artwork images
- Exclusive 12” Neil Davidge signed art print
- Exclusive 180g heavy weight 12” Vinyl Full color Picture Disk of Master Chief and Cortana in a uniquely designed Sleeve bag
- Exclusive Avatar T-Shirt download (Male & Female)
- The first 5000 orders will all be individually numbered in a limited series and personalized by Neil Davidge.
Here are the tracks on the Halo 4 Remix Album
- Awakening – Gui Boratto Remix
- Green And Blue – KOAN Sound Remix
- Requiem – Bobby Tank Remix
- Ascendancy – Caspa Remix
- To Galaxy – Sander Van Doorn & Julian Jordan Remix
- Haven – Hundred Waters Remix
- Revival – DJ Skee & THX Remix
- Ascendancy – Matt Lange Remix
- Nemesis – Alvin Risk Remix
- Solace – Maor Levi Remix
- Arrival – Norin & Rad Remix
- Green And Blue – Andrew Bayer Remix
- Foreshadow – James Iha Remix
- The Beauty Of Cortana – Apocalyptica vs. Neil Davidge Remix
Gameplay and story aside, the Halo franchise is known for its soundtrack. I don't think I'm the only one who had the chorus of voices followed by the gut-busting guitar get stuck in my head.
Now, with Halo 4 on the way, we have a whole new soundtrack of songs to listen to. Even better, 343 Industries has given us a sneak peek at some of the songs.
Originally posted on the Halo Waypoint site, we also have the thought process behind the shift in style.The big emphasis seems to be just how different — but still equally awesome — Halo 4's soundtrack is to the previous Halo titles.
"Both envelop and engage the player, grounding him or her in a universe and an atmosphere quite unlike any other game series. Both use large orchestras, traditional movie score elements at times – and both explore other genres and styles within those areas," 343 Industries' Jessica Shea explained. "But Marty’s scores lean towards cinematic, orchestral, occasionally metallic, whereas Neil’s skillset leans more towards electronica, at least in terms of instrumentation. It’s not an apple to orange comparison, but they’re different enough to feel distinct stylistically, even to someone who’s never heard either artist before."
"I am certain that when the game ships in November, the comparisons and contrasts between old and new Halo music will have huge energy, passion, and opinion fueling them. But there's something else we've been working on as a creative outgrowth of the game soundtrack," she added.
Check out the Halo 4 original soundtrack below:
Halo 4's Original Soundtrack will have a total of 15 tracks available for standalone purchase of $13.98. Those who purchase a physical copy of the Original Soundtrack will receive a free download voucher for three exclusive remix tracks and three additional Davidge tracks not included on the soundtrack but featured in the Halo 4 game. These game pieces will not be available on any other platform other than through the physical CD purchase.
Halo 4 Original Soundtrack List and Titles (CD & Digital):
- Awakening
- Belly Of The Beast
- Requiem
- Legacy
- Faithless
- Nemesis
- Haven
- Ascendancy
- Solace
- To Galaxy
- Immaterial
- 117
- Arrival
- Revival
- Green And Blue
In addition to the Original Soundtrack, Halo 4 will also have a Special Edition Remix Album, featuring the same songs, but re-imagined with some of the most famous DJs, electronic musicians, and composers. You can listen to those as well on the next page.
