The Scream (2022) soundtrack, composed by Brian Tyler, bridges the legacy of Marco Beltrami’s iconic work with a fresh, modern perspective. Tyler skillfully intertwines classic themes with new compositions, creating a score that captures both the terror and emotional depth of the film.

For the first time in the franchise, only the score was released in physical formats, including vinyl and CD. Unlike previous installments, there was no standalone album featuring songs from the movie.

Highlights

• Honoring Legacy: Tyler incorporates motifs from the original Scream scores while introducing a contemporary edge.
• New Themes: The score reflects the film’s duality of fear and vulnerability, offering an evolved soundscape.
• Format Milestone: This marks the first Scream film where the score, rather than a song soundtrack, received exclusive physical releases.

In Tyler’s own words:

“Scream is an incredible franchise with a storied history. I wanted to acknowledge the history of the amazing score that came before this installment, while also taking the musical landscape into a new world. There are new themes as well as old-school themes intertwined in a way that I hope does the franchise justice.”

Why It Stands Out

Brian Tyler’s work brings a fresh dynamic to the franchise, respecting its legacy while pushing boundaries. The physical release of the score in vinyl and CD formats underscores the film’s commitment to high-quality music production and its appeal to collectors.

“There was an emotional component to this new Scream that is an integral dynamic contrast to the terror that accompanies the journey of this film. I wanted to reflect this in the score and help make this movie a fully realized experience for the viewer.” – Brian Tyler

Released on January 7, 2022, by Varèse Sarabande.