Creed: Original Motion Picture Score
2015
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Recording Info
Recorded at Warner Bros. Studios with a 100-piece orchestra and a 24-piece choir.
Track Highlights
- Adonis — A rousing new anthem for Adonis Creed
- Conlan Fight
- Creed Suite
- End Credits - Creed
Personnel
- Ludwig Göransson (Composer, Producer)
- Pete Anthony (Conductor)
- Peter Rotter (Contractor (Music))
- Jasper Randall (Contractor (Choir))
- Gavin Lurssen (Mastered By)
Significance
Ludwig Göransson's score for *Creed* is significant for its blend of traditional orchestral elements with modern hip-hop influences, creating a unique sound that honors the *Rocky* legacy while establishing its own identity. The score defined Ludwig's style--hip, groovy, cleverly layered and experimental hybrid scores, yet rooted in a strong and instantly-memorable melodic base. It received positive critical attention for updating and revitalizing the *Rocky* franchise for contemporary audiences. The score is considered a powerful orchestral work built around a central anthem reminiscent of Bill Conti's style, enhanced with R&B and hip-hop rhythms. Göransson's work on *Creed* helped establish him as a composer to watch in Hollywood, leading to further success with films like *Black Panther* and *Tenet*.
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