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Title	Ultraman Cosmos Vol. 1
CD Label	Nippon Columbia Co., Ltd.
CD Number	COCX-31518
Music by:	Toru Fuyuki
Number of tracks	18
Running time	68:15
Number of discs	1
Year of release/manufacture	August 18, 2001

REVIEW

October 19, 2005 Review and all other info on this page courtesy of John M. Emmons Frequent contributor Toru Fuyuki once again returned to the Ultraman franchise to score the Ultraman Cosmos Series. Rather than following the example of contemporary composers like Tatsumi Yano, Fuyuki decided to rely on a full-scale orchestra, giving this score a classic feel to it. All of Fuyuki's trademarks are present from the "scat" version of the Team EYES theme to the dissonant horns heralding the arrival of a new monster. The only thing that firmly grounds this album in 21st century are the two songs by another frequent Ultraman contributor Project DMM along with an extended karaoke (instrumental) version of the opening song. While I usually prefer instrumental music to Japanese songs, these are among my favorite Ultraman songs. I consider myself a big fan of Toru Fuyuki, and this album is definitely one of my favorites. The album itself is very well balanced and contains a little of everything from action and suspense to quiet and lighthearted tunes. If you're looking for an Ultraman soundtrack that makes you nostalgic for the original ones, then you should check this one out.

Ultraman Cosmos Vol. 1 Track translations courtesy of Jolyon Yates Prelude Opening Theme 'Spirit' TV size (song: Project DMM) Musashi Sky (Musashi is the hero) Team EYES (including 'Wunderbar Team EYES') Luna Mode ~ Gentle Blue Giant Elite Mission The Lives of This Planet Interlude Dream & Pleasant Home To Those of This Planet Ran (Chaos) Messenger of Destruction When The Spirit is Put to the Test Mighty Invader Corona Mode ~ Strong Red Giant For Today, For Tomorrow Ending Theme 'Ultraman Cosmos ~ What Can You Do?' TV size (song: Project DMM) And So, a Gift Awaits