New CD from Harkit works for me! by filmfactsman (May 7, 2006)
Among the best of the Seventies. One of the most sought-after soundtracks, this key 1970s score paved the way for many later gritty soundtracks. Michael Small's superb score is haunting, disturbing and funky by turns, reflecting the harrowing nature of the movie. The original soundtrack release is almost as mysterious as the film; apparently pressed out-of-hours at Warner Brothers in 1977, it was 'released' semi-officially with a very limited pressing of 500 copies and has no track listing or breaks between the tracks on the record. Don't let that put you off - there's so much on here! Two killer psych-funk dance-floor numbers sit next to breaks, samples and assorted oddness to make up an essential prized-collector's item (I have three copies). Best track: "Goldfarb's Fantasy"--absolutely stunning! Watch the DVD again and experience the sheer brilliance of the late Michael Small.
Just listened to the new CD issued by Harkit and I'm glad I purchased it. It sounds fantastic. I wasn't expecting that much so it came as a genuine surprise. The detailed booklet included in the CD was worth the price of admission alone! Hopefully FSM will eventually release it (along with "Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?" or Small's The Drowning Pool") so I can now be patient, having this fine edition in my collection. With deep gratitude and respect to the Great Mr. Small and his towering talents.