Since its debut in 1976, Martin Scorsese’s TAXI DRIVER has been hailed by critics and film lovers as a masterpiece of cinema. It’s become one of the most popular films online as well. Go on Twitter and you’ll see the movie being celebrated often. The brilliant soundtrack by legendary composer Bernard Herrmann provided the musical backdrop to the bold, memorable imagery and heightened the intensity with its blend of jazzy and ominous sounds. Music aficionados and vinyl collectors will be thrilled to know that Waxwork Records’ has recently released a very special 40th Anniversary soundtrack edition of TAXI DRIVER which is now available to order HERE
OFFICIAL SYNOPSIS: Waxwork Records is honored to announce the 40th Anniversary soundtrack release of director Martin Scorsese’s 1976 cinematic masterpiece, TAXI DRIVER composed by the legendary Bernard Herrmann. Featuring an all star cast including Robert DeNiro, Jodie Foster, Cybill Shepard, Albert Brooks, and Harvey Keitel, TAXI DRIVER is regularly cited by audiences, critics, and film directors alike as one of the greatest films of all time. The music by legendary composer Bernard Herrmann was his final score before his death on December 24th, 1975. Nominated for four Academy Awards, including Best Picture, the film was considered “culturally, historically, and aesthetically significant” by the US Library of Congress and was selected for preservation in the National Film Registry in 1994.
Waxwork Records is pleased to present TAXI DRIVER as a deluxe double LP featuring the complete film score by Bernard Herrmann on vinyl for the very first time, ever. Also included is the complete and remastered original 1976 soundtrack release.
Waxwork Records had the massive pleasure of working with legendary director Martin Scorsese on this 40th Anniversary release to which the director provided new, in depth, and exclusive liner notes. The new album artwork by Rich Kelly is also graciously approved by director Martin Scorsese.
180 Gram Taxi Cab Tri-Color Vinyl (Yellow, Black, and White) • Director Liner Notes by Martin Scorsese • Heavyweight Old-Style Tip On Gatefold Jacket• Four Page Booklet • Director Approved Album Art by Rich Kelly
