Various – Trainspotting (2xLP, Soundtrack, Music From The Motion Picture)

Trainspotting, released in 1996, is one of the most iconic film soundtracks of the era, perfectly capturing the grit, pulse, and euphoria of the 1990s. Blending Britpop, electronica, and punk, the album reflects the chaos and energy of Danny Boyle’s film while standing tall as a defining musical document of its time. Featuring acts like Iggy Pop, Underworld, Blur, Pulp, and New Order, it stitches together genres and generations into a cohesive soundscape that feels both hedonistic and melancholic.

What makes Trainspotting’s soundtrack endure is its cultural clarity—it’s not just a companion to the film, but a full expression of its mood and message. The sequencing is cinematic, the song choices iconic, and the impact lasting: from the urgent pulse of “Born Slippy .NUXX” to the swagger of “Lust for Life.” It remains one of the most vital and influential soundtracks ever assembled, bridging underground and mainstream with electrifying precision.

“Trainspotting is that rare soundtrack that works as a stand-alone document of its moment … a definitive time capsule of 1990s cool.” – Pitchfork

“A snapshot of the 1990s that still feels alive, Trainspotting remains the gold standard for movie soundtracks.” – Rolling Stone