Ron Goodwin - Music in Orbit (2010)

The orchestral release by composer Goodwin stands as a sophisticated example of retro-futuristic easy listening and space age pop. Despite the complete absence of electronic instruments, the lush and intricate string arrangements evoke both the iconic psychedelic film score for Fantastic Planet and the early Moog synthesizer works of the late 1960s. The sound of the album echoes cinematic symphonic scoring written for high-end 1950s science fiction cinema, blending romantic melodies with subtle sci-fi overtones. Anchored by cosmic track titles ranging from "The Venus Waltz" to "Martians On Parade", the release delivers a rich variety of shifting moods, crafting an evocative and dynamic musical journey.

Tracklist:
1. Ron Goodwin - Departure
2. Ron Goodwin - The Moon
3. Ron Goodwin - Sally the Satellite
4. Ron Goodwin - The Venus Waltz
5. Ron Goodwin - Mercury Gets the Message
6. Ron Goodwin - The Sun
7. Ron Goodwin - Jumping Jupiter
8. Ron Goodwin - Martians on Parade
9. Ron Goodwin - The Milky Way
10. Ron Goodwin - Rings Around Saturn
11. Ron Goodwin - Playtime on Pluto
12. Ron Goodwin - Return My Love