Red Dead Redemption - Soundtrack

Soundtrack

Red Dead Redemption Original Soundtrack is the soundtrack of video game music used in the game. The music was mainly composed by Friends of Dean Martinez member Bill Elm and ex-member Woody Jackson along with additional contributions from various musicians. Recorded at 130 beats per minute in A minor, most of songs featured are constructed from stems in the game's dynamic soundtrack. A mix of modern instruments and those featured in traditional western films, such as the jaw harp were used. Creative uses of instruments were used to bring unique sounds, such as playing a trumpet onto the surface of a timpani drum. Rockstar consulted musicians who played traditional Western instruments. Harmonica player Tommy Morgan, who had been featured on several films over his 60 year career, provided traditional harmonica segments for the game. The soundtrack itself won awards such as Best Original Score and Best Song in a Game ("Far Away" by José González).

Track listing

All music composed by Bill Elm and Woody Jackson, except where noted.