Michael Valentino is an orchestral, instrumental composer with an emphasis on film scores. For the special single release here, Michael reinvents Trevor Jones’ original film score for The Last Of The Mohicans, during an action-driven third act of the film. The specific track titled “Promontory,” is a sub-five-minute, orchestral masterpiece that encapsulates classical, nostalgic, ambient, and atmospheric elements indicative of new age realms. The song begins with a triumphant, metallic “drum” beat, and ambient keyboard effects with a militaristic influence. The jaunty rhythm pulsates with swishy drums, layered swooshes, ambient buzzing, and classical influences that ebb-and-flow with a cascade of aural pizzazz. Mid-song, a few cymbals clashes signal a brighter, keyboard medley with ambient delight set to a higher register than earlier in the song. However, the track returns to its earlier roots in a rather sweeping manner that keeps a rather steady rhythm and melody. The entire track is void of vocals and the entire instruments meld together to form a rather cohesive musical unit. The music fades out in the end without any major note changes. The majestic overtures and classical arrangements in a contemporary manner are paramount for the track’s overall stature. The music incorporates just the right amount of atmospheric subtleties and keyboard nuances with industrial taps for percussion. The track is plenty long enough and reinvigorates the original film score with a new life. The majestic mid-song melody is emotive to say the least. Anyone familiar with the film will love this song. In addition, anyone into film scores should add this interpretation to their listening collection. Michael does a valiant job with such an iconic and award-winning film. Everything comes together here. Artist: Michael Valentino Song: “Promontory (The Last Of The Mohicans Theme)” Review by Matthew Forss Rating: 5 stars (out of 5)