The 2021 film adaptation of West Side Story, directed by the acclaimed Steven Spielberg, has been transformed into a captivating album, courtesy of Hollywood Records. Released on 3 December 2021, this musical masterpiece brings to life the timeless tale of forbidden love and rivalry between two teenage street gangs of different ethnic backgrounds.
The album, titled West Side Story, features a talented ensemble cast, including Ansel Elgort, Rachel Zegler, Ariana DeBose, and David Alvarez, who breathe new life into the classic story inspired by William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet. With a duration of 1 hour and 19 minutes, the album takes you on a journey through the vibrant streets of New York's Upper West Side, with iconic tracks such as 'Prologue', 'Jet Song', 'Something's Coming', and 'Tonight (Quintet)'.
The original story, written by Tony Kushner, Arthur Laurents, and Jerome Robbins, is beautifully woven into the album's 23 tracks, which include 'America', 'Gee, Officer Krupke', and 'Somewhere'. The West Side Story album is a must-listen for fans of the classic musical, as well as newcomers to the story. With its rich history, talented cast, and unforgettable soundtrack, this album is sure to leave a lasting impression.
Tracks
PrologueLeonard Bernstein
La Borinqueña (Sharks Version)David Alvarez, Sharks
Jet SongMike Faist, Kyle Coffman, Kevin Csolak, John Michael Fiumara, Patrick Higgins, Jets
Something's ComingAnsel Elgort
The Dance at the Gym: Blues, PromenadeLeonard Bernstein
The Dance at the Gym: MamboLeonard Bernstein
The Dance at the Gym: Cha-Cha, Meeting Scene, JumpLeonard Bernstein
MariaAnsel Elgort
Balcony Scene (Tonight)Rachel Zegler, Ansel Elgort
Transition to Scherzo / ScherzoLeonard Bernstein
AmericaAriana DeBose, David Alvarez, Ana Isabelle, Jennifer Florentino, Natalie Toro, Arianna Rosario, Ilda Mason, Jeanette Delgado, Annelise Cepero, Tanairi Sade Vazquez, Jamila Velazquez, Edriz E. Rosa Pérez, Melody Martí, Gaby Diaz, Juliette Feliciano, Isabella Ward, Maria Alexis Rodriguez, Yesenia Ayala, Gabriela M. Soto, Sebastian Serra, Julius Anthony Rubio, Ricardo A. Zayas, Yurel Echezarreta, Kelvin Delgado, Ricky Ubeda, Carlos Sánchez Falú, Adriel Flete, Jacob Guzman, Carlos E. Gonzalez, David Avilés Morales, Andrei Chagas, David Guzman
Gee, Officer KrupkeKevin Csolak, John Michael Fiumara, Jess LeProtto, Ben Cook, Kyle Allen, Myles Erlick, Patrick Higgins
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