Artist: Armando Trovajoli
Title: Il Mito (Original Soundtrack)
Year Of Release: 2024/1965
Label: Cam Sugar UME
Genre: Soundtracks, Jazz, Funk
Quality: 16-bit/44.1kHz FLAC
Total Time: 33 min
Total Size: 188 MB


The soundtrack for "Il mito," also known as "La violenza e l'amore," is an intriguing piece of film history. This movie, directed by Adimiro Sala, faced significant censorship, leading to many scenes being cut and contributing to its status as a "lost" film. Released in 1965 after being shot in 1964, the movie has since become notable not just for its scarcity but also for its remarkable score by Armando Trovajoli.

Trovajoli's soundtrack is a masterclass in "suspense jazz," characterized by its atmospheric and dark-ambient soundscapes. The music effectively creates a sense of tension and mystery, utilizing tenuous and delicate sounds that build an eerie ambiance. These softer, more subdued passages are punctuated by sudden, stronger sounds that heighten the suspense. In contrast, there are also dynamic lounge-style sections that provide a different kind of energy, contributing to the film's unique auditory experience.

This blend of atmospheric tunes and unexpected sonic shifts makes the score a fascinating study in contrast and mood setting. Trovajoli's ability to navigate between dark-ambient tones and lively, jazz-inflected sections demonstrates his versatility and adds a rich, multifaceted layer to the film. Despite the film's troubled release and limited availability, the soundtrack remains a standout example of innovative film scoring from the 1960s.

Tracklist:
1.01 - Armando Trovajoli - Terror (From "Il Mito" Soundtrack) (2:22)
1.02 - Armando Trovajoli - Their Trademark (From "Il Mito" Soundtrack) (1:51)
1.03 - Armando Trovajoli - Something's Coming (From "Il Mito" Soundtrack) (1:28)
1.04 - Armando Trovajoli - Steps In The Dark (From "Il Mito" Soundtrack) (2:42)
1.05 - Armando Trovajoli - Strange Approach (From "Il Mito" Soundtrack) (1:07)
1.06 - Armando Trovajoli - Carelessly (From "Il Mito" Soundtrack) (0:54)
1.07 - Armando Trovajoli - In A Tender Mood (From "Il Mito" Soundtrack) (5:12)
1.08 - Armando Trovajoli - Things Gone (From "Il Mito" Soundtrack) (2:07)
1.09 - Armando Trovajoli - A Frieghtening Experience (From "Il Mito" Soundtrack) (1:15)
1.10 - Armando Trovajoli - Raptured (From "Il Mito" Soundtrack) (1:06)
1.11 - Armando Trovajoli - A Look At The Past (From "Il Mito" Soundtrack) (1:26)
1.12 - Armando Trovajoli - Just A Break (From "Il Mito" Soundtrack) (1:03)
1.13 - Armando Trovajoli - Reminiscence (From "Il Mito" Soundtrack) (1:23)
1.14 - Armando Trovajoli - Violence (From "Il Mito" Soundtrack) (4:50)
1.15 - Armando Trovajoli - Lonely Moments (From "Il Mito" Soundtrack) (2:46)
1.16 - Armando Trovajoli - Solitudine (From "Il Mito" Soundtrack) (2:17)