JUSTICE LEAGUE: THE NEW FRONTIER

Label: La-La Land LLLCD 1066
Date: 2008
Tracks: 21
Time = 57:26

Original soundtrack from DC Universe animation movie for DVD, drawn from Darwyn Cooke graphic novel, directed by David Bullock. Kevin Manthei writes for sampled orchestra with live players dotted about, creates striking work with emphasis on vivid colors, propulsive action. Low brass, bass clarinet often get spotlight but no color is left behind. Harp arpeggios, alto sax lines, muted trumpet, wood blocks, left-hand piano hits, staccato right-hand piano chords, metallic percussion, choir, you name it! Even touch of 50's jazz makes appearance. Heroic major-key main theme emerges in track 8 ("Driving to Ferris/The Real Ferris"), provides emotional center to busy, varied work. Melody becomes rousing glue that binds numerous elements together. Kevin Manthei composes, performs.

1. Main Titles (2:01) 2. The Centre / Hal Shot Down (2:50) 3. J'onn J'onzz Arrives (0:51) 4. Wonder Woman Recounts / J'onzz Watches TV (2:11) 5. The Flash Saves Las Vegas (3:32) 6. J'onn Becomes John / Church Brawl (3:12) 7. Carol & Hal Banter (0:22) 8. Driving to Ferris / The Real Ferris (1:34) 9. Hal's Mission Revealed / Batman Surprises J'onzz / The Flash Fights Gorilla (2:52) 10. Crazy Scientist (1:37) 11. J'onzz Contemplates / J'onzz is Leaving (1:18) 12. To Space (1:27) 13. Mars Mission Mess (4:13) 14. New Green Lantern (3:56) 15. Superman Ties It Up / J'onzz Bonds (2:41) 16. Island Revealed / Superman Down (5:22) 17. Plan to Action (2:35) 18. Thick of Battle (4:32) 19. The Flash vs Centre / Last Bit of Business (3:37) 20. Victory (3:09) 21. End Credits (3:01)