Like the film. the soundtrack to Slumdog Millionaire is all curry-flavored ghetto fabulousness. M.I.A.'s "Paper Planes" makes a cameo, but the star of the album is the songwriter who M.I.A. calls "the Indian Timbaland": A.R. Rahman.
| A.R. Rahman | Primary Artist |
| Rashid Ali | Guitar |
| Sanjay Joseph | Guitar |
| Mick Jones | Composer |
| Joe Strummer | Composer |
| Topper Headon | Composer |
| Paul Simonon | Composer |
| Gavin Lurssen | Mastering |
| William Pentz | Composer |
| A.R. Rahman | Composer, Producer, Audio Production, Score |
| Gretchen Anderson | Producer |
| The DFA | Remixing |
| Anthony Seyler | Executive Producer |
| Javed Akhtar | Composer |
| Diplo | Composer |
| M.I.A. | Composer |
| Dyana Kass | Marketing |
| Raquib Alam | Composer |
| Dina Hovsepian | Art Administration |
| Mister R. Samidurai | Contributor |
| Wendy Diplock | Marketing |
| Gulzar | Composer |
| Shankar Ehsaan Loy | Composer |
| Tanvi Shah | Composer |
| Jennie Boddy | Publicity |
| Raquel Bongiovani | Mastering |
| Vivianne Chaix | Engineer |
| T.R. Krishna Chetan | Programming |
| P.A. Deepak | Programming, Engineer |
| Hentry Kuruvilla | Programming |
| Pravin Mani | Programming |
| V.J. Srinivasamurthy | Vocal Supervision |
| Blaaze | Composer |
| Wendy Paar | Composer |
| Sampooran Singh Gulzar | Composer |
| Maya Arulpragasam | Composer |
So many films use music as a filler screenwriters don't have to do their jobs. But in this one, the music is a supplement - and it works splendidly! M.I.A is F.A.N.T.A.S.T.I.C. And the mix of Hindi and English music works great! Highly recommend this score and film for everyone!
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Was this review helpful? Yes NoThank you for your feedback. Report this reviewThank you, this review has been flagged.Its rare that an awesome film has a soundtrack that is of equal, or better quality. It's way original and seldom dull.Great overall.
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Posted October 1, 2010
Loved the music. Salesperson at Barnes and Noble also recommended other CDs by same artist which was helpful. I did purchase other CDs by the artist and have been very pleased with the music.
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Posted October 1, 2010
Loved it so much that I bought a second CD for my car. Love the music. Lots of energy and lots of fun.
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Posted October 1, 2010
We love everything on this CD
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Posted October 1, 2010
Saw the movie first (loved it) and immediately ran out to get the album. Was not disappointed. The composer has done a brilliant job of creating music that enhances the movie; I cannot imagine the movie without this music. At the same time, the album stands on its own as energizing, uplifting, poignant, soulful, graceful and ultimately victorius. For some, the M.I.A. tracks are their favorite (which are indeed very catchy). However, you know the music is great when they are singing in a language you can't even understand and yet you are moved and trying to sing along...lol. I've listened to the first and last tracks a hundred times (so uplifting) and yet, all the tracks in between is great, too. So glad this movie was made so I got to hear this composer's work. Hats off to the vocal performers, too. They mesh beautifully with the whole composition. Thank you Mr. Rahman.
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Posted October 1, 2010
This music CD is definitely worth all of the money spent on it! The music ranges from soothing to uplifting! I have listented to this CD over and over again.
Was this review helpful? Yes NoThank you for your feedback. Report this reviewThank you, this review has been flagged.One of the things I loved about the film Slumdog Millionaire was the music. The score and overall soundtrack pull you back into the beauty, darkness, and ultimately the euphoric feeling of victory in the end. If you enjoy world music, I'm sure you'll like this soundtrack.
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Posted October 1, 2010
Really like this soundtrack. The music reflects the movie very well. Just which the Pussycat dolls version of Jai Ho was on the CD.
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Posted October 1, 2010
The sound track to Slumdog is brilliant! A.R. Rahman is absolutely brilliant. This music is so essential to the movie, neither would have shone without the other!
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Posted October 1, 2010
I absolutely loved this CD. I greatly enjoyed the movie, and soon after, purchased the soundtrack! If you liked the movie, then you'd definitely enjoy the soundtrack!
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Posted October 1, 2010
Like the up beat music. I have seen the movie and can relate the music to the story line. Have been to India so enjoy the Bollywood flavor.
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Posted October 1, 2010
During the movie, I was aware of the music but didn't listen to the various nuances of the melodies, style, etc. Later I bought it mostly because I like world music and, since it was nominated for best soundtrack, I thought it would be worth a shot. I am not a fan of rap & like little hip hop but when I heard the album, I even enjoyed those styles of music. It's lots of fun & very upbeat; it makes you feel good.
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Posted October 1, 2010
almost as good as being there
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Posted October 1, 2010
GREAT!
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Posted October 1, 2010
Even if you have not seen the movie; the sound track stands on its own. If you have seen the movie this will bring back all images and colors of this award winning film.
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Editorial Reviews
All Music Guide - Bhasker Gupta
It's ironic that the most recognized album of A.R. Rahman is not his best work. For many Rahman fans, Slumdog Millionaire is not exactly the sound that they attribute to him. His Bollywood successes are designed as playback songs rather than as background scores. Thus, with the additional element of vocal melodies, his past accomplishments weigh heavily in public perception of his incredible music. While it very well deserved the enthusiastic applause at the Academy Award and Golden Globe ceremonies, Slumdog Millionaire will ignite lesser fervor in someone who has followed Rahman's music closely over the past two decades. It still has the all-pervading signature sound of ...