Why would so many big names like Depeche Mode, Killer Mike, The Faint and Rise Against make music for a video game release? First of all, it's odd to have a soundtrack for a video game. Not something I would normally consider picking up. I know that in recent years big time composers like James Horner and Trent Reznor have taken stabs at scoring games. I guess I answered my own question then. It's the new medium to play with for composers and bands.
I reviewed the Iron Man3: Heroes Fall album recently and this Injustice: Gods Among Us is DC's answer to that album in some way. Both coming out a few weeks apart. I wonder if Superman will have an inspired by album? We shall soon find out. Yeah, I'm trying to start the age old fight between comic book fans, "Are you a Marvel or DC guy?"
Anyhow, let's get to this Injustice album. I haven't played the game and that makes it unclear for me if any of these songs actually make it into the game itself. If any of you reading this have played the game, leave me a note in the comment section if you actually heard any of the tracks in the game.
This album is actually better than Heroes Fall in my opinion. It has way more grit and who can go wrong with a kick ass song "Villain" from Killer Mike? This song is just fun on any level. Killer Mike delivers again with a twisted vision of the Villain's side of the game.
There's plenty to talk about on this album. I just say pickup the entire thing. It's worth it. Another personal favorite of mine from this is "This Is Is Is Is Pain" by The Faint. Just to hear a new track from The Faint is great. And this song does not disappoint. Love the pounding beat over the guitars. This might be my favorite Faint song in 10 years. Sorry Marvel, your inspired album for Iron Man was decent. This album by DC is way more bang for your buck. Oh yeah, this album has a Depeche Mode song. Enough said.
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