Adam Wingard’s The Guest is a low-budget action thriller starring Dan Stevens and Maika Monroe in lead roles. It pays homage to ‘80s-era exploitation cinema that was ruled by indie films by John Carpenter. A string of mysterious deaths occur after the arrival of Dan Stevens is a drifter-soldier at the house of the grieving Peterson family as a consoling combat mate of their dead son,
Steve Moore composed the original music for “The Guest,” and Mondo handled the soundtrack’s vinyl release. This album isn’t just Moore’s work; it features a carefully curated 11-track compilation that spans a vibrant sonic palette, touching upon electronica and synthwave, delving into gothic rock, and embracing pop tunes.
While Moore’s compositions set the overarching theme, the soundtrack is enriched by a selection of tracks from revered goth bands, including Clan of Xymox, Love and Rockets, and Survive. The combination of Moore’s original pieces and the various artists’ contributions offers listeners a diverse and immersive auditory experience, marking “The Guest” soundtrack as a memorable musical collection.
The Guest Soundtrack – Various Artists
1. Haunted When The Minutes Drag (Love And Rockets)
2. Hourglass (Survive)
3. Anthonio (Berlin Breakdown Version) (Annie)
4. The Magician (Mike Simonetti)
5. Masquerade (Clan Of Xymox)
6. Omniverse (Survive)
7. Because I Love You (The Postman Song) (Stevie B)
8. Storm Column (Gatekeeper)
9. A Day (Clan Of Xymox)
10. Emma (Sisters Of Mercy)
11. Obsidian (Gatekeeper)
12. Cry In The Wind (Clan Of Xymox)
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The Guest – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack
1. “Title”
2. “David”
3. “Some Gave All”
4. “The Guest”
5. “After School”
6. “Bar Fight”
7. “Day Break”
8. “KPG / The Deal, Pt 1”
9. “The Deal, Pt 2”
10. “The Guest Lurks”
11. “Good Luck / Anna & Luke”
12. “An Interesting Theory”
13. “Carver Arrives”
14. “Standoff / Too Many Complications / The Guest Escapes”
15. “He’s Not Who You Think He Is / The Diner”
16. “Back to School”
17. “Atmospheres 1”
18. “Atmospheres 2”
19. “Unused Chase Theme”
The Guest original music is available on Bandcamp to purchase.