Stranger Things 3 [Score] (CD)
Kyle Dixon , Michael Stein
Amoeba Review
07/28/2020
Lightning strikes thrice for Strangers Things composers Kyle Dixon and Michael Stein. On their third original score, the duo experiments with and expands their signature ‘80s-inspired sound; not content to sit on their laurels, they’ve crafted an engrossing sonic journey that will be as impactful to fans of synth-driven soundscapes as to dedicated fans of the show. “The First I Love You” is dreamy and moving, with sweeping melodies and soundscapes. “Rats” is techno-influenced and hypnotic, an ominous banger descending into the darkness. “Tammy” is delicate and yearning, a moment of quiet before the threatening beats of “Mirkwood” kick in. On this one, it’s all killer, no filler. The record clocks in at a lengthy 82 minutes — yet once the final song fades out, you’ll be more than likely to go right back and cue the whole shebang up from Side A.