John Williams - The Battle of Hoth

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  • Опубліковано 17 лис 2011
  • John Williams conducts the London Symphony Orchestra.
    The Battle Of Hoth (Ion Cannon/Imperial Walkers/Beneath the AT-AT/Escape in the Millennium Falcon).
    From the 2004 Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes back soundtrack album.
    This is the full version as heard on the album. Enjoy!

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  • @shmeemoi
    @shmeemoi 7 років тому +3228

    "We've captured a Command Post"
    "We've lost a Command Post"
    "Their reinforcements are dwindling!"
    "Our reinforcements are dwindling!"
    Anyone else still play Battlefront 2?

    • @geoffmacneill4850
      @geoffmacneill4850 7 років тому +105

      legokid0801 Damn straight man!! been playing it for years on the PS2! I remember when I was like, 8 years old, so maybe 10 years ago or So, blasting the hell out of the Imperial forces. Lol good times, good times...
      "We need more troopers like You!"
      "Hey, can I borrow some of your medichlorians?"

    • @02091992able
      @02091992able 7 років тому +29

      Have every Medal Perk at spawn and kick some serious ass with them, got a copy of it for PS2 when a local rental place went out the music skips occasionally in space battles but it plays good.

    • @ceciliamoy7413
      @ceciliamoy7413 7 років тому +4

      legokid0801 hell yeah

    • @TomTheSaintsGuy
      @TomTheSaintsGuy 5 років тому +33

      "Enemy reinforcement count is diminishing."

    • @aurex8937
      @aurex8937 5 років тому +7

      I still do.

  • @animatedink2529
    @animatedink2529 8 років тому +2566

    "Right now I feel like I can take on the whole Empire myself"
    Poor Dak, he was wearing his Red Shirt that day :'(

    • @user-hi4sm3ig5j
      @user-hi4sm3ig5j 8 років тому +19

      XD

    • @Jacob-yg7lz
      @Jacob-yg7lz 8 років тому +60

      +Ray Muniz I guess he shouldn't have trusted his feelings. :P

    • @snakeboy1912
      @snakeboy1912 8 років тому +125

      Get ready to suck some Dak! *gets blown up*

    • @theflatbread8495
      @theflatbread8495 8 років тому +30

      He took the Empire in da face

    • @Enememe
      @Enememe 8 років тому +97

      +Ray Muniz Dak was brave, we need this bravery in the rebellion...lets make another clone army. STAR WARS V.V (5.5) A-DAK OF THE CLONES

  • @Paradox.117
    @Paradox.117 7 років тому +902

    john williams is a fucking genius, i dont think star wars would have been as great without him.

    • @theconductoresplin8092
      @theconductoresplin8092 6 років тому +22

      Matt Richards
      He's like the Koji kondo of movie music

    • @DarthVader-cl6vs
      @DarthVader-cl6vs 6 років тому +49

      Matt Richards It wouldn’t have. John Williams and George Lucas’s genius combined made Star Wars what it is. Remove one from the equation and it wouldn’t have worked.

    • @Kazavop
      @Kazavop 3 роки тому +40

      @@theconductoresplin8092 John Williams is the John Williams of music

    • @cornblaster7003
      @cornblaster7003 3 роки тому +10

      I'd say he was just as important as Lucas

    • @hbilha
      @hbilha 2 роки тому +5

      I see the movie as a support to the music. Its one giant video clip to John Williams music.

  • @linkcorriere846
    @linkcorriere846 3 роки тому +456

    "No one ever complained about the cold on Hoth. We never felt it. Although we were blinded by the blizzards, *we could see the final end of the rebellion* in our blaster sights. On that day, on that planet our blood ran hot with dreams of victory. Melting the Ice that stood in our way."
    "As the rebels fled, the 501st gathered around the burning bunker, they let out a cheer that shook the stars. The *Rebellion* was done. Death star was being rebuilt bigger than ever, order have finally returned to the galaxy. *And no small part due to the efforst of the fighting men of the 501st.* "

    • @multiverse_media2023
      @multiverse_media2023 2 роки тому +68

      If only that poor 501st trooper knew about The Battle of Endor.

    • @normanred9212
      @normanred9212 Рік тому +14

      @@multiverse_media2023 plot armor garbage, TESB is exactly how ever battle would go for real

    • @multiverse_media2023
      @multiverse_media2023 Рік тому +38

      @@normanred9212
      Well, you must be an Empire supporter.

    • @jordansmith6959
      @jordansmith6959 Рік тому +17

      @@normanred9212 I agree there, always thought it was funny how the stormtrooper armor acts like plastic against sticks and stones, compared to something like in the game Republic Commando. To be fair though, I think its supposed to be implied the Ewoks used insane (argueably unfair) guerella tactics that the 501st just wasnt prepared for.

    • @Pertusetian
      @Pertusetian Рік тому +6

      Watch those wrist rockets!

  • @wcw2793
    @wcw2793 8 років тому +2167

    I've always wondered why movies from the 80's like Star Wars and Indiana Jones were so magical and captivating. Then I realized it was because of John Williams music. It amazes me when I have friends that say they don't enjoy these series. Oh well, their loss.

    • @medrinkpee123
      @medrinkpee123 6 років тому +82

      wcw2793 and then when they don't even know who John Williams is...

    • @ignaciosaezdeadana7921
      @ignaciosaezdeadana7921 5 років тому +5

      I think the same about that sentences, Mr. Black.

    • @bigt7706
      @bigt7706 5 років тому +5

      @@roccobongiorno3544 only the first sentence is wring in my opinion. But we all have different opinions

    • @stickynotestudios7686
      @stickynotestudios7686 5 років тому +30

      I had a teacher who was like “who John Williams?” I just said “only the composer of all ur childhood movies!”

    • @OrkBoss
      @OrkBoss 5 років тому +22

      My dad owns all the Indiana Jones movies and the Original Trilogy of star wars movies. I am so happy he got them

  • @generalveers7198
    @generalveers7198 8 років тому +2921

    Target: maximum fire power!

    • @UnclePistank
      @UnclePistank 8 років тому +62

      +General Veers Is it just me, or does General Veers look like a young Grand Maester Pycelle?

    • @pacmanzz
      @pacmanzz 8 років тому +121

      +General Veers GENERAL VEERS! PREPARE YOUR MEN!

    • @pistolpeteshoe5778
      @pistolpeteshoe5778 8 років тому +64

      +tivilon he was also Donovan in Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade

    • @NeededFourOfficial
      @NeededFourOfficial 8 років тому +28

      Yessir. Firing... NOW! Oh, & sir. Just got word we've uncovered some intel on that Dr. Jones you requested we do a search for.

    • @joey8062
      @joey8062 8 років тому +23

      +General Veers a legend to the empire you are.

  • @rippetoe38
    @rippetoe38 5 років тому +230

    *R.I.P Dak.*
    *He thought he could take on the Empire by himself*

  • @capefear56
    @capefear56 7 років тому +834

    The first transport is away... I repeat, the first transport is away.

  • @Knailz
    @Knailz 10 років тому +931

    "Sir, your Tauntaun will freeze before it reaches the first gate."
    "Then I"ll see you in hell!!"

    • @triedandchew
      @triedandchew 10 років тому +38

      Is hell discussed in SW lore at all?

    • @Knailz
      @Knailz 10 років тому +50

      Not to my knowledge, but I just thought it was a funny Han Solo quote.

    • @Cyber_kumo
      @Cyber_kumo 10 років тому +8

      sgn3099 starwars.wikia.com/wiki/Chaos It may be from the now non-canon EU, but it's the closest to one.

    • @SavageRush012
      @SavageRush012 9 років тому +45

      Han was kind of a dick to that solider. He was only stating facts, and trying to help.

    • @digiviceboy
      @digiviceboy 9 років тому +30

      SavageRush012 He was being a dick. But he's still a lovable dick.

  • @rexidexi7681
    @rexidexi7681 8 років тому +811

    "Enemy forces have captured a command post"

    • @brummfahrer
      @brummfahrer 8 років тому +18

      battlefront

    • @pea-nut3841
      @pea-nut3841 8 років тому +68

      +Rexidexi ''The enemy reinforcement count is diminishing.''

    • @figifgames8009
      @figifgames8009 8 років тому +41

      They've already lost this battle, they just don't know it yet

    • @expanddong5459
      @expanddong5459 8 років тому +14

      This is Lord Vader

    • @Sonbo0525
      @Sonbo0525 8 років тому +41

      "Leave some for the rest of us!"

  • @liquidtompls5666
    @liquidtompls5666 5 років тому +296

    "Imperial troops have entered the base!"
    "Imperial troops have- *radio static*

    • @gamertea1233
      @gamertea1233 4 роки тому +21

      If you didn't know, that was in the ion cannon. The static is the guy getting killed

    • @eccentricjoe5410
      @eccentricjoe5410 4 роки тому +10

      @@gamertea1233 I think thats covered in one of the books, right?

    • @gamertea1233
      @gamertea1233 4 роки тому +1

      Yep

    • @andrewapurcell
      @andrewapurcell 3 роки тому +16

      static, guy picks up mic: sorry I dropped the mic

    • @moxxiegaming9359
      @moxxiegaming9359 3 роки тому +4

      This line makes me remember of one of the DLCs of the force unleashed game with dark Lord Starkiller.

  • @MykelLinden
    @MykelLinden 5 років тому +42

    Admit it. If you played the original Star Wars Battlefront 2, you played as the Empire, got in the AT-AT, and took 20,000 years to reach the shield generator just to be able to say you blew up the shield generator in an AT-AT.

    • @smillingdooku8116
      @smillingdooku8116 4 роки тому +8

      Hell if u play this in mp I try ti get it to the echo base

    • @EdithCardellini
      @EdithCardellini 7 місяців тому +1

      The very first Battlefront game for PS2 will always be my favorite. I still play it from time to time.

    • @corymccarty8603
      @corymccarty8603 Місяць тому +1

      Guilty. Heck yeah I drove the AT-AT.

  • @Dynamic_78
    @Dynamic_78 8 років тому +2556

    35 years later, still sounds just as awesome.

    • @laguna_bob3099
      @laguna_bob3099 8 років тому +19

      Exactly.

    • @kninety2710
      @kninety2710 8 років тому +4

      +Dynamic_ Same time as it's been since back to the future still no flying cars haha.

    • @MrPapamaci88
      @MrPapamaci88 8 років тому +14

      +Los Santos, San Andreas there are several prototypes built, the only reason we don't have them is they still don't have the proper means to control that much airtraffic, plus also consider how many morons cause accidents with normal cars, imagine the same ppl driving aircrafts, which is a lot harder. as long as they can't make it simple enough for a regular moron to drive an aircraft, we'll be grounded

    • @kninety2710
      @kninety2710 8 років тому

      ***** Regardless we always will be. Landing and taking off and everything is too hard it's just not mechanically gonna work and everything too complicated.

    • @Dynamic_78
      @Dynamic_78 8 років тому +13

      Why would we ever have a reason to even have flying cars? What's the point besides saying "Hyuck hyuck we're so advanced!!!" Way too much money and effort when we can just use regular cars anyway.

  • @TheBoozeBoy
    @TheBoozeBoy 8 років тому +836

    10:11 "Skywalker? Nobody said anything about fighting Skywalker, I'm out of here!"
    That particular line was rarely uttered, but every so often someone screamed it. Whoever understands it... is my kind of person.

    • @cqb3814
      @cqb3814 8 років тому +86

      Battlefront 2 ?

    • @TheBoozeBoy
      @TheBoozeBoy 8 років тому +30

      Matthew Hagerty My man... thank you. Lol

    • @Homecat53
      @Homecat53 8 років тому +14

      +Matthew Hagerty Dammit! You beat me to it.

    • @AnakinSkywakka
      @AnakinSkywakka 7 років тому +6

      Ayyyyye! Favorite line!

    • @Khali734
      @Khali734 6 років тому +8

      i heard that line last month, made me laugh so hard

  • @erichoff8603
    @erichoff8603 Рік тому +213

    5:03 gets me EVERY TIME. Absolutely love this part

    • @leipzigergnom
      @leipzigergnom 10 місяців тому +8

      So good!

    • @aurelia8028
      @aurelia8028 7 місяців тому +11

      2:42 though

    • @rob9327
      @rob9327 6 місяців тому +3

      The build up at 12:00 for me. 🔥

    • @davidreisinger9272
      @davidreisinger9272 4 місяці тому +1

      "That armour is too strong for blasters!! Rogue group: use your harpoon & tow cables -- go for the legs, it might be our only chance at stopping them!"

    • @jebiniv
      @jebiniv 3 місяці тому +5

      It’s 5:13 for me, when the scene changes and you hear the ATAT cannon sound for the first time.

  • @trainerred1345
    @trainerred1345 5 років тому +296

    I remember always associating 4:02 with the giant walkers ever since I was a child. The first time I heard it it never left my mind. When playing with my toys I had that theme going on in my head.

    • @dollindirty1578
      @dollindirty1578 Рік тому +5

      Same here, I can always invision it in my head whenever I hear it, such a classic

    • @RhodokTribesman
      @RhodokTribesman Рік тому +12

      I always imagine 4:38 because that's when they first crest the hill and you see them in all their terror

    • @Pipertellsthemftruth
      @Pipertellsthemftruth Рік тому +6

      Lego starwars tcs????

    • @enriquevalverdeporras664
      @enriquevalverdeporras664 Рік тому +4

      Just with the music i can rewatch the whole movie on my head, dialogues included, it's incredible the power of the John's music

    • @WorldWalker128
      @WorldWalker128 8 місяців тому +3

      We all do, friend.

  • @maxwellb7305
    @maxwellb7305 8 років тому +1243

    Rebels get stomped on this map on battlefront... Just like the movie

    • @raziel6304
      @raziel6304 8 років тому +38

      +Sean M8 how about some actual space battles?

    • @SirDawkster
      @SirDawkster 8 років тому +56

      I've actually defended Hoth in Battlefront 2 with the Rebels. Rebels will always my favourite faction, too. :D

    • @ConradJD777
      @ConradJD777 8 років тому +6

      +Meme Boy Wait... Battlefront 1? 2? 3? WHICH ONE?

    • @thatonedoggo9458
      @thatonedoggo9458 8 років тому +7

      LOL I Was Riding a Snow-speeder and the Thing Glitched and I Wenr under THE MAP Xd

    • @AnakinSkywakka
      @AnakinSkywakka 7 років тому +7

      +James Burnett "Battleshit"
      Funny and original, 10/10.

  • @ShockLegionLeader
    @ShockLegionLeader 9 років тому +534

    As long as they don't have any giant robot camels I think we should be okay.

    • @progste
      @progste 9 років тому +55

      look, that one is wearing crocs!

    • @SavageRush012
      @SavageRush012 9 років тому +38

      Ah, Zach Zier (I point to AT-ATs) robot camels.

    • @ilittlemonster22
      @ilittlemonster22 9 років тому +35

      Zach Zier Ah, Jim look, robot camels

    • @DrizzyDrew47
      @DrizzyDrew47 8 років тому +1

      Haha. I got that. :)

    • @Double44inthemorning
      @Double44inthemorning 6 років тому +5

      I see you family Guy fan

  • @Chromedbustop
    @Chromedbustop Рік тому +66

    I think 10:40 - 11:37 highlights what made this battle and movie so good. The rebels get their small victories, destroying a walker here and there, but the Empire is just so unstoppable that it doesn't matter. This battle really did a great job of showing what fighting the Empire was like through most of the war. The idea that no matter what you did they could just keep coming.

    • @MediumRareOpinions
      @MediumRareOpinions 9 місяців тому +16

      Unfortunately decades of meming and poor custodianship of the IP mean the Empire is frequently portrayed as an incompetent organisation in recent star wars media.
      Massive step down from the unstoppable military juggernaut of this film.

    • @jazzx251
      @jazzx251 7 місяців тому +10

      @@MediumRareOpinions You need to see Andor. That's the PROPER Empire, and it is so terrifying as a believable malevolent government.
      Andor is the best Star Wars ever made - I kid you not.

  • @Djuggernaut117
    @Djuggernaut117 11 місяців тому +16

    8:10 and suddenly I'm Dash Rendar fighting an AT-ST in Echo Base again. Such memorable music, still happy Shadows of the Empire made such good use of it throughout the game. Made my childhood that much better!

    • @romaromski
      @romaromski 8 місяців тому

      same here
      SOTE my first star wars game

  • @PWALPOCO
    @PWALPOCO 9 років тому +516

    11:14-11:42 I dub thee the "General Veers Overture" in honour of General Veers, about the only competent officer in the entire imperial armed forces.

    • @PWALPOCO
      @PWALPOCO 9 років тому +64

      ***** Ah yes, there was Thrawn, but not seen in the original trilogy, so I stand by my comment :)

    • @jasonfenton8250
      @jasonfenton8250 5 років тому +47

      He lead a tactical victory that was a massive strategic failure. All the important leaders of the alliance escaped and the rebel fleet escaped to fight another day, despite the empire having more ships and the initiative. Tin men BTFO by teddy bears with sticks yet again.

    • @LoganSewell83
      @LoganSewell83 4 роки тому +27

      His glorious snitching may have saved countless Imperial lives and resources. Had Admiral Ozzel lived this battle would have been a disaster.

    • @brendancross4640
      @brendancross4640 4 роки тому +36

      Veers and Piett are my favorite imperial officers!

    • @zephsuki
      @zephsuki 4 роки тому +8

      Legends: are you sure about that

  • @duckfilms5812
    @duckfilms5812 8 років тому +529

    Lego Star Wars memories

    • @Dynamic_78
      @Dynamic_78 8 років тому +61

      0:00 - 0:51 Ah, I still remember going around that giant pit and sliding down the hill over and over, trying to activate the buttons, and that darned blue stud that you couldn't get until Free Play, but you still tried jumping to get it anyways....

    • @samjlemke
      @samjlemke 8 років тому +18

      Awww man, the good ol' days

    • @Error_404_Account_Deleted
      @Error_404_Account_Deleted 8 років тому +7

      Wow you all must be in elementary school. More like N64 Rogue Squadron days, or Shadows of the Empire..

    • @Dynamic_78
      @Dynamic_78 8 років тому +9

      Um, dude, I'm a sophomore in high school. I'm guessing you're in your twenties?

    • @duckfilms5812
      @duckfilms5812 8 років тому +6

      +HomicidalNun666 I'm past elementary

  • @VazzyCow
    @VazzyCow 6 років тому +545

    0:50 a surprise to be sure, but a welcome one..

  • @danielrodriguezriveros2849
    @danielrodriguezriveros2849 3 роки тому +118

    The use of the piano from 4:02 onwards is pure genius, the low chords in martial ryhtm evoke big machines looming on the horizon

    • @RhodokTribesman
      @RhodokTribesman Рік тому +9

      The low brass followed by the glissando is always stunning

    • @venom-123
      @venom-123 6 місяців тому +3

      Snowspeeders get ready to attack

  • @kirk1701
    @kirk1701 8 років тому +515

    Good shot Jansen!
    *shot of Jansen with a wide grin*

  • @Froy-cl1oi
    @Froy-cl1oi 8 років тому +115

    10:11 "Commander Skywalker has entered the battlefield!!!"

  • @MrKrossix
    @MrKrossix 6 років тому +137

    I remember first seeing the AT-AT on Hoth as a kid with their firepower and this chilling (was not even intended) soundtrack, I was scared shitless and on that day they made an imperial outta me!

    • @lancecurry7538
      @lancecurry7538 4 роки тому +5

      5:14

    • @IgorSalaj3578
      @IgorSalaj3578 4 роки тому +1

      I personally prefer Lancets over AT-ATs. I mean AT-ATs are a force to be reckoned with, But Lancets are more of my cup of tea.

    • @gumdeo
      @gumdeo 3 роки тому +4

      AT-ATs were impressive. Most impressive.

  • @user-np3mj3bf6f
    @user-np3mj3bf6f 7 років тому +604

    My favorite sections:
    2:06 - Pilots Man the Snowspeeders
    3:06 - "Our first catch of the day"
    3:44 - Dack's Theme
    4:02 - Main Battle Motif
    11:02 - Luke Destroys the ATAT Fanfare
    11:42 - Hoth Evacuation
    12:58 to end - Falcon Takes Off (especially that bit at 13:50)

    • @reduxmidasbrother7679
      @reduxmidasbrother7679 4 роки тому +46

      You forgot! 11:14 General Veers’ victory

    • @dacstudios1168
      @dacstudios1168 4 роки тому +2

      The Great Grand Moff Tarkin hey didn’t you burn in a millisecond on the Death Star?

    • @dacstudios1168
      @dacstudios1168 4 роки тому +7

      Nίκος Σκαλκώτας also his name is typed/written as “Dak”
      Don’t question the all mighty Gorge Lucas

    • @thesebplaysgames2345
      @thesebplaysgames2345 4 роки тому +4

      The Great Grand Moff Tarkin.
      Target: Maximum Firepower!

    • @q.i.3867
      @q.i.3867 4 роки тому +6

      Where exactly in the movie is Main Battle Motif?

  • @CFlandre
    @CFlandre 9 років тому +106

    "The first transport... is away!"
    "YEAHHHHH!!!"
    "The first transport... is away!"

    • @jakewills1471
      @jakewills1471 9 років тому +3

      *****
      "Pfft. Like you know how to fish."

    • @BSE1320
      @BSE1320 3 роки тому +2

      Yeah catches me in the gut when I hear that part.

  • @sullivanlaramie2901
    @sullivanlaramie2901 8 років тому +500

    11:13 - 11:40 is the best rendition of Imperial March

    • @peteris1486
      @peteris1486 7 років тому +17

      My fav part! :D

    • @AvengerAtIlipa
      @AvengerAtIlipa 7 років тому +87

      "Yes Lord Vader, the Shield Generator will be down in moments. You may begin your landing."

    • @R4LFG4R
      @R4LFG4R 7 років тому +51

      "Target, maximum firepower."

    • @jalenjohnson1662
      @jalenjohnson1662 6 років тому +5

      Agreed

    • @Tiredoldchannel
      @Tiredoldchannel 6 років тому +4

      Agreed

  • @UltimateThanos
    @UltimateThanos 7 років тому +84

    "Come on, Golden Rod! Or you're gonna be a permanent resident!"

  • @ZefDavenport
    @ZefDavenport 6 років тому +33

    5:13 I remember this part of the song in the game "Shadows of the Empire" because it was when the game usually introduced the AT-AT in the first level, which for me as a kid was like "HOLY SMOKES!! THAT IS A HUGE MONSTER!". Good ol' times.

    • @lucien134
      @lucien134 6 місяців тому

      Agree, probably also why this music is so iconic to me

  • @mr.spookyman3676
    @mr.spookyman3676 9 років тому +166

    4:30 is what you hear if you want the exciting parts of the song to come in.
    4:02 for the piano part included.
    You're welcome

    • @Lehtolaproductions
      @Lehtolaproductions 9 років тому +1

      A Very Intolerant Pizza Slice Thank you!

    • @RyanHemming
      @RyanHemming 8 років тому +1

      +A Very Intolerant Pizza Slice I AGREE

    • @417Graphix
      @417Graphix 8 років тому +4

      +Mr.Spookyman This is probably my favorite theme of the series, I remember playing shadows of the empire on n64 and being hyped when playing the Hoth battle level

    • @wcw2793
      @wcw2793 8 років тому +9

      +Mr.Spookyman Correction: 4:00 because the piano entrance is so epic!

    • @wolfe3298
      @wolfe3298 8 років тому

      +wcw2793 Indeed!

  • @clemkaem205
    @clemkaem205 8 років тому +309

    John Williams ----> Best compositor ever

    • @DrizzyDrew47
      @DrizzyDrew47 8 років тому +39

      *Composer...you mean composer. :)

    • @clemkaem205
      @clemkaem205 8 років тому +10

      Yes ^^

    • @DrizzyDrew47
      @DrizzyDrew47 8 років тому +16

      ClemKaem it's ok and yeah he is the best composer

    • @cqb3814
      @cqb3814 8 років тому +1

      John Williams > any composer

    • @theconductoresplin8092
      @theconductoresplin8092 6 років тому +1

      ClemKaem
      He's got too many movies to prove that

  • @therealblacktronempire1987
    @therealblacktronempire1987 Рік тому +9

    Rip mustache guy. You will be deeply missed.

  • @willsco76
    @willsco76 3 роки тому +19

    2:43 "I think we'll be ok, unless they have giant robot camels" - Family Guy

  • @mcslapbass
    @mcslapbass 8 років тому +115

    The scene when the camera is focused through a rebel's binoculars and you see the at-at walkers slowly come in to view is some of the best cinematography I've ever seen.

  • @Mikemic2218
    @Mikemic2218 8 років тому +237

    4:27 "Echo 2 to Echo base, we've spotted an imperial walker."

    • @ceolphysis
      @ceolphysis 8 років тому +11

      I'm sure it'll be fine, as long as they don't have any giant robot camels.

    • @Mikemic2218
      @Mikemic2218 8 років тому +1

      lol

    • @LeviForWaifu
      @LeviForWaifu 8 років тому +7

      I never even thought about this as score... it was just a natural part of the film.
      Because it's so good

    • @Mikemic2218
      @Mikemic2218 8 років тому

      ohh

    • @thatonedoggo9458
      @thatonedoggo9458 8 років тому +1

      lol

  • @aaronjl7719
    @aaronjl7719 2 роки тому +23

    when you can follow along in your head exactly where you would be in the movie, you know the composer did a good job

    • @monetenglish68
      @monetenglish68 Рік тому +1

      Oh my goodness I just sit and listen to this and I know exactly what is going to happen 😃. Glad I'm not the only one who does that 🤣

    • @bdeann3000
      @bdeann3000 Рік тому

      This is actually so true, the way the music gives a clear view of the scenes is incredible and not like any other music to me

  • @MegaCrocosaurus92
    @MegaCrocosaurus92 7 років тому +95

    4:29 onward is like a damn Roman war!

  • @umbrella12
    @umbrella12 8 років тому +237

    4:02 here it comes

    • @russianbot2179
      @russianbot2179 8 років тому +14

      +Jhon Alex The weird thing is, that part is not actually in the film itself. it must have been edited out or something

    • @majorkong2552
      @majorkong2552 8 років тому +9

      +Jhon Alex sounds like jaws for some reason XD

    • @theycallthatadefense5051
      @theycallthatadefense5051 8 років тому +8

      +The Gamers Spawn It sounds more like walking AT-AT.

    • @rodrigoriquelme6724
      @rodrigoriquelme6724 8 років тому +4

      +The Gamers Spawn John Williams connects his themes in the movies he composes for

    • @justinloya7178
      @justinloya7178 8 років тому +6

      +Jhon Alex They play this theme in Star Wars Rebels with the AT-DP scene.

  • @DraculaCronqvist
    @DraculaCronqvist 8 років тому +212

    The best scene in the entirety of Star Wars was the Battle of Hoth.

    • @Nathan-rt5vj
      @Nathan-rt5vj 8 років тому +6

      The best scene in the best Star Wars indeed

    • @lildjboyaks6237
      @lildjboyaks6237 8 років тому +12

      New Hope's Death star tho..

    • @redblueproductionstm6546
      @redblueproductionstm6546 8 років тому +1

      no , i am your father...

    • @andrewd4413
      @andrewd4413 7 років тому +1

      it is more than one scene

    • @OswinPond
      @OswinPond 7 років тому +19

      Order 66 !
      But The Battle of Hoth is great too. One of my favorite.

  • @RedHairedWarlord
    @RedHairedWarlord Рік тому +8

    People sleep on the opening of this song, so peaceful but somber

    • @venom-123
      @venom-123 6 місяців тому

      The first 40 seconds are super nice it sounds so magical to me hoth is my favourite battle

  • @christopherwong4942
    @christopherwong4942 2 роки тому +9

    0:50 imagine the pure terror and beauty that graced the poor audience of '80 for the first time in cinematic history

  • @Terriss0421
    @Terriss0421 8 років тому +117

    I hum this to myself whenever I snow-blow the drive way.

    • @anothersettlementneedsyour3970
      @anothersettlementneedsyour3970 8 років тому +24

      We've spotted a snow blow walker

    • @kabob0077
      @kabob0077 7 років тому +3

      Another settlement Needs your help ALERT THE BASE! We got to get our men and supplies out of here!

    • @drakep.5857
      @drakep.5857 6 років тому +8

      Terriss0421 (dog walks onto property)
      I REPEAT IMPERIAL WALKERS ARE CLOSING IN!
      (Knocks over a trashcan)
      THE SHEILD GENERATOR IS DOWN, I REPEAT THE SHEILD GENERATOR IS DOWN!
      LAUNCH THE SNOWSPEEDERS!
      (Little micro drones come out the snow)

    • @dacstudios1168
      @dacstudios1168 4 роки тому +1

      Terriss0421 :( I’ve never seen snow up close

  • @user-to1fg8iz1s
    @user-to1fg8iz1s 9 років тому +383

    Ah, the memories of Shadows of The Empire...

    • @Ramirozr1
      @Ramirozr1 9 років тому +5

      ImperialAce710 ooohhh yeah!!!! the music and the game were epic :')

    • @Julian-lb5en
      @Julian-lb5en 9 років тому

      Fire Hazard super Mario sunshine one of the best super Mario games ever i love Mario games but i am more for super Mario 64 :)

    • @Julian-lb5en
      @Julian-lb5en 9 років тому

      oh ok

    • @Gertso
      @Gertso 9 років тому +1

      ImperialAce710 (VA-546-1) Cherish your nostalgic memories and never play it because you will absolutely crush them if you do.

    • @godzillafan123100
      @godzillafan123100 9 років тому +1

      ImperialAce710 (VA-546-1) I dunno. I get Jedi Academy vibes from this one.

  • @princeamongkings343
    @princeamongkings343 7 років тому +270

    Personally, I favor 4:28. Reminds me of BF2.

    • @MrPerson61
      @MrPerson61 7 років тому +37

      Shadows of the Empire bruh

    • @bm.g8144
      @bm.g8144 7 років тому +2

      Mr. Person I agree

    • @elliotvinet2478
      @elliotvinet2478 7 років тому +15

      I like that part because it reminds me of that part in the movie, duh

    • @SipsNumberOneFan
      @SipsNumberOneFan 7 років тому +10

      Andrew King 3:04 because it reminds me of that arrogant imperial guy that says "good, our first catch of the day" and is too stupid to realize that the good guys always live. stupid imperials need to learn how movies work :P

    • @peterstamerra445
      @peterstamerra445 6 років тому +11

      Personally, 3:45 is the best. It makes me feel like I could take on the whole Empire myself.

  • @Astrosimi
    @Astrosimi 6 років тому +95

    This piece is incredible. Has to be one of the best pieces of score ever written. The entire orchestra is going nuts from 4 minutes onward.

    • @Emidretrauqe
      @Emidretrauqe 2 роки тому +6

      Few pieces ever managed to capture the chaos of war, and far fewer manage to do it for quite so long.

    • @beemerlol
      @beemerlol 10 місяців тому +2

      facts

  • @tonycummings4072
    @tonycummings4072 8 років тому +80

    4:30...I still get goosebumps to this day.

    • @Homecat53
      @Homecat53 8 років тому +4

      Same here. That part and onward, is gold.

    • @ShockwaveTheLogical
      @ShockwaveTheLogical 9 місяців тому +5

      Oh yeah 100%
      Its the realisation that the empire are here. And they're here with a thirst for revenge

    • @some_cool_random_guy
      @some_cool_random_guy 6 місяців тому

      same

    • @myntss
      @myntss 6 місяців тому +1

      I've had that in my head for the past 3 years. It's always lurking there. Probably one of the most iconic prequel themes for me

    • @hobomike6935
      @hobomike6935 5 місяців тому +1

      12:55 - 13:19 is so good

  • @thepotatoman99118
    @thepotatoman99118 9 років тому +34

    "Shield Generator will down in a moment Lord Vader, you may start your landing"
    "Target Locked!, Maximum Firepower!"

  • @gcHK47
    @gcHK47 7 років тому +271

    I love when the glorious Imperial Army steamrolled the Rebel Slime to the sound of this music.

    • @relaetsecyr
      @relaetsecyr 7 років тому +20

      For the Empire!

    • @kingfoxclaw8698
      @kingfoxclaw8698 6 років тому +12

      Long live the Empire

    • @WizardPig321
      @WizardPig321 6 років тому +11

      Long live the Empire

    • @grand-dadmiral
      @grand-dadmiral 5 років тому +11

      Long live the Empire!

    • @tony_5156
      @tony_5156 5 років тому +2

      ごんどうひろし oh the irony!
      Are you going to pillage Manchuria now?

  • @theunknowncommenter725
    @theunknowncommenter725 2 роки тому +8

    True Story: I actually found an autographed copy of The Empire Strikes Back Novelization at Goodwill! Inside were the autographs of John Morton (Dak Ralter himself!) and Donald F. Gult (the book's author!). An autographed copy of the ESB novelization and it was sitting on the Goodwill shelf for $1.99!!! It's now a fine addition to my collection.

  • @pianotm
    @pianotm 8 років тому +475

    That armor's too strong for blasters! Rogue Group; use your harpoons and tow cables! Go for the legs!

    • @brummfahrer
      @brummfahrer 8 років тому +2

      was that from the movie?

    • @pianotm
      @pianotm 8 років тому +27

      brummfahrer
      Yes...

    • @jazzx251
      @jazzx251 8 років тому +1

      +brummfahrer
      yes.

    • @AnakinSkywakka
      @AnakinSkywakka 8 років тому +17

      Coming around, Rogue Leader!

    • @Aureliants
      @Aureliants 8 років тому +2

      +Mr4theLulz1 Yes SIR

  • @JohnGenericName
    @JohnGenericName 9 років тому +180

    If this shit isn't in Battlefront's Hoth maps all the time I'm gonna pitch a fit.

    • @2aabbc
      @2aabbc 8 років тому +1

      +Collin Carter think he meant this part of land in particular the one in the movie is a very flat wide open area with trenches

    • @JohnGenericName
      @JohnGenericName 8 років тому +1

      GuzzolineGuzzler I posted this before they showed a lot of genuine gameplay footage with the music playing. I assumed the music was cued to the trailer, but it's in the actual gameplay as well.

    • @2aabbc
      @2aabbc 8 років тому +1

      John Williams love the music cues they put in the gameplay

    • @JohnGenericName
      @JohnGenericName 8 років тому +2

      ***** I'm playing the beta right now, it's totally there.

    • @MarineManiac002
      @MarineManiac002 8 років тому +1

      +John Williams Unfortunately it's not.

  • @Odaddy89
    @Odaddy89 3 роки тому +62

    10:42 all these years and the hero moment still gives me chills

    • @tj12240
      @tj12240 9 місяців тому +3

      Uh... 11:14 is the hero moment.

    • @IMosuGoji
      @IMosuGoji 7 місяців тому +1

      10:21

  • @conorhammack1819
    @conorhammack1819 6 років тому +33

    10:10 will always be my favorite part of this masterpiece. I feel like this part of the music really hammers in the realization that the empire is actually winning.

    • @user-oo3oi9ki2j
      @user-oo3oi9ki2j Рік тому +4

      dont you mean 11:15?

    • @conorhammack1819
      @conorhammack1819 Рік тому +5

      @@user-oo3oi9ki2j I do like that part quite a bit too, the original timestamp I pointed out just feels totally hopeless which I really enjoy. Really gets across the fact that the Rebels are on the run.

    • @Reagan1984
      @Reagan1984 4 місяці тому +1

      It does sorta feel very deceptive. The triumphant Star Wars theme is playing, but it slowly becomes more and more desperate sounding, as it's not about winning a battle, but trying to escape total destruction.

  • @TheHero136
    @TheHero136 9 років тому +78

    10:10 Skywalker here, lets go!

    • @laguna_bob3099
      @laguna_bob3099 8 років тому +1

      lol

    • @osmaine2755
      @osmaine2755 4 роки тому +1

      *Death screaming Snowtroopers intensifies*

    • @RolandTheElite
      @RolandTheElite 3 роки тому +1

      Star wars battlefront 2 classic when you unlocked luke skywalker

  • @khuddle
    @khuddle 8 років тому +53

    Star Wars is truly blessed with the greatest music of all the film franchises.

  • @MerickFox
    @MerickFox 4 роки тому +42

    0:08 This has become one of the most iconic moments in musical history

  • @oofmeistermeisteroof1305
    @oofmeistermeisteroof1305 2 роки тому +36

    I love the bit at 2:42 where there's just a few piano notes and a string instrument in the background, its like the dread you feel before you know something terrible is going to happen.

  • @Commander_Shepard.
    @Commander_Shepard. 9 років тому +29

    10:20 And that's when the rebels knew, they fucked up.

  • @SGTBizarro
    @SGTBizarro 7 років тому +117

    0:49 to 1:04 Massive chills when I first saw this, as the Imperial fleet bears down on Hoth.

    • @SwfanredLotr
      @SwfanredLotr 7 років тому +4

      Same here!

    • @astronomybrainiac
      @astronomybrainiac 5 років тому +10

      It's such a maliciously gleeful reprise of the Imperial March, almost like its saying: "nowhere to run now, rebel scum!"

  • @SGTBizarro
    @SGTBizarro 3 роки тому +19

    What I would give to see this entire piece played live by a great orchestra.... London Symphony... Vienna Symphony.... this would be incredible.

    • @aaronmiller5001
      @aaronmiller5001 3 роки тому +3

      Last fall the Utah symphony orchestra did the whole score to episode five live to the movie.
      It wasn't a London symphony orchestra but it was still great.

  • @user-nw6wl5jp7c
    @user-nw6wl5jp7c 9 місяців тому +3

    5:02 I'll never stop thinking of this part as "The Moment Where It Began To Go Down For Rebels" in this battle.

  • @brothertaro2008
    @brothertaro2008 6 років тому +14

    Maybe the most impressive and resourceful extended musical sequence of Williams' whole career--and way up there in the entire history of cinema

  • @MichaelCasanovaMusic
    @MichaelCasanovaMusic 10 років тому +70

    "Echo station 5-7, we're on our way!"
    *zzzzooooooooooooooooooooooooommmmmmmmmmmmmmm*

    • @renaissanceweeb
      @renaissanceweeb 10 років тому +4

      Imperial troops have entered the based! Imperial troops have KSSHHHHH--

    • @pacmanzz
      @pacmanzz 8 років тому

      +Elijah Robinson COME ON LEIA IVE GOT TO GET YOU OUT OF HERE

    • @lancecurry7538
      @lancecurry7538 4 роки тому +1

      *LUKE:* Alright, boys, keep it tight, now.

  • @betterfuelhuell3758
    @betterfuelhuell3758 3 роки тому +13

    "Rogue Leader, the imperials have landed on Hoth and are moving in our direction! The rebel transports are preparing for evacuation. Take Rogue Squadron to Outpost Beta and intercept any imperial forces you may find! We'll need all the time you can buy."
    "Luke, the crew at Outpost Beta is also manning the ion canon. It's providing cover for our transports and their escorts."
    "Copy that, Wedge. Rogues, if we lose Outpost Beta, this evacuation won't get past those star destroyers! Alright rogues, stay tight!"
    Instant respect to anyone who gets this reference.

    • @DElkan
      @DElkan 2 роки тому +2

      If only Dolphin could actually run the gamecube Rogue Squadron games. Terrible framerate, despite having a system which is overkill for it.

  • @mrmelkor8262
    @mrmelkor8262 4 роки тому +8

    I love how John Williams music conveys the exact tension of the scene.

  • @rodrigoriquelme6724
    @rodrigoriquelme6724 8 років тому +62

    If they don't have any robot camels I think we're okay.
    Ah hey Jim, robot camels.

    • @theconductoresplin8092
      @theconductoresplin8092 6 років тому +1

      Gary The Snail
      Top 10 saddest anime parts

    • @aang8026
      @aang8026 4 роки тому +1

      Hey! Look! That one is wearing crocs!

  • @Dormul
    @Dormul 9 років тому +80

    8:11-8:49 Boss fight! Shadows of the Empire!

    • @l.m.9910
      @l.m.9910 9 років тому +8

      Nothin' creepier than seeing Slave I or an AT-ST try to blast you to bits.

    • @louisiananlord17
      @louisiananlord17 9 років тому +3

      Heck yeah same thing I thought off! That AT-ST went down!

    • @Zyggiespace
      @Zyggiespace 9 років тому +3

      L. Martinez or the giant diagnoga, in the sewers that wanted to have you for an evening snack, lol

    • @deltabecnoir
      @deltabecnoir 6 років тому +1

      *cough* malevolence *cough*

    • @Luigiawesome13
      @Luigiawesome13 6 років тому +5

      Read this comment as that part was playing.
      Good memories.

  • @BaconBotVbeta
    @BaconBotVbeta 5 років тому +9

    “You could’ve called this game Bird Vs Camel, and NO-ONE would’ve argued with you”

  • @viothesheikah1018
    @viothesheikah1018 3 роки тому +16

    This song perfectly highlights the magic of John Williams and the genius in the way the music perfectly assists every plot point, every narrative beat.
    It's magical and powerful in every way.
    It also sounds real frickin good

  • @mikekohary1075
    @mikekohary1075 8 років тому +53

    Starting at the 4-minute mark exactly, simply one of the best pieces of movie music of all time. It's so intense, it's like heavy metal played with orchestra. Love the military-style theme and the general cacophony that follows. Such a crazy piece, full of invention.

  • @georgecastanza834
    @georgecastanza834 9 років тому +162

    star wars is not for nerds... this shits awesome

    • @Sam-xg3mr
      @Sam-xg3mr 9 років тому +52

      it's 2014. nerds are awesome.

    • @user-to1fg8iz1s
      @user-to1fg8iz1s 9 років тому +28

      saro ban Too true... It's almost becoming mainstream! Go away, fake geeks! Shoo! Shoo! Get away from my life!

    • @leviathansalvtore8888
      @leviathansalvtore8888 9 років тому +2

      it 2015 we still are

    • @ironmaiden93ofangmar
      @ironmaiden93ofangmar 9 років тому +1

      Yes it is! We should all be proud of being nerds! :)
      However, if you are someone (not a nerd) who happens to like Star Wars then that's fine too.

    • @user-to1fg8iz1s
      @user-to1fg8iz1s 9 років тому +2

      ironmaiden93ofangmar I believe people shouldn't fake it, though. That's just silly.

  • @betternamepending3991
    @betternamepending3991 6 років тому +26

    I have most of William's score for 'Star Wars' memorized and this is still one of my favorite songs

    • @Oisin14
      @Oisin14 7 місяців тому

      I second this

  • @captainhelmie2888
    @captainhelmie2888 4 роки тому +16

    Holy crap I only just realized, the battle music literally tries to mimic the sound of the AT-ATs walking. How on earth did I notice this before!
    It's genius, and most noticeable at 5:13, and 6:05, with the lower instruments.

  • @RolandTheElite
    @RolandTheElite 6 років тому +262

    At-at appears and shot heavy blasters 4:38

    • @medirocord1277
      @medirocord1277 6 років тому +5

      I heard it

    • @voughklry8362
      @voughklry8362 5 років тому +3

      @@medirocord1277 ive seen that scene so mamy tomes ive memorized what it looks like whenever I hear the music

    • @kryoruleroftheninthcircleo4151
      @kryoruleroftheninthcircleo4151 4 роки тому

      I listened to this on Rhen Vahr, firing the guns of the AT-AT only when that part came up.

  • @TheEthernal
    @TheEthernal 7 років тому +30

    11:14 is still my favorite version of the Imperial March.

    • @venom-123
      @venom-123 2 роки тому

      It is luke helps the rebel soldiers a bit to run away

    • @Sodapop-rd5ku
      @Sodapop-rd5ku Рік тому

      "your puny skills are no match for the power of the empires music"

  • @Edmouk
    @Edmouk 3 роки тому +13

    Only a genius could compose such a complex and epic piece !

  • @davedropd1
    @davedropd1 4 роки тому +6

    This picture of the battle of Hoth is the best star wars picture ever, never fails to take my breath away, as does the John Williams music...

  • @zacqueeentertainment7336
    @zacqueeentertainment7336 7 років тому +48

    12:15 *heavy breathing*

  • @MykelLinden
    @MykelLinden 5 років тому +11

    Also, I absolutely love how, when the actual battle music for Hoth plays about 4:30 in, the drums and low brass instruments actually simulate the AT-ATs walking, while the more frantic overtures simulate the Snowspeeders.

  • @CommanderRion
    @CommanderRion 5 років тому +11

    I always loved the ending of this track (13:50) when Luke notices the Millenium Falcon made it out and he himself takes off in his X-Wing.

  • @Cookies_and_Catholicism
    @Cookies_and_Catholicism 2 роки тому +8

    0:00-14:48 is my study music. Thank you John Williams for being a legend and making me fall in love with music. 🎶 ❤️

  • @2117ao2
    @2117ao2 9 років тому +41

    One of the best missions in Rogue leader

    • @SirDawkster
      @SirDawkster 9 років тому +2

      I second that!

    • @World_Premier
      @World_Premier 8 років тому +5

      Best mission in Shadow of the Empire

    • @deathrooster14
      @deathrooster14 8 років тому +3

      +Old glory I'll play Shadow's just for that mission alone.

  • @Ardrid_
    @Ardrid_ 8 років тому +114

    Is it just me, or is the AT-AT in the bottom right corner facing the other way?
    Its like it got up and said "FUCK THE CIVIL WAR! I'M OUTTA HERE!"

    • @Shyy_Guyy
      @Shyy_Guyy 8 років тому +5

      Megarachi lol

    • @SirDawkster
      @SirDawkster 8 років тому +1

      +Ludwig Wildt AT-AT's can run?

    • @SirDawkster
      @SirDawkster 8 років тому

      +Predator X247 And Rebels win! For the Rebellion!

    • @The_SilverMane
      @The_SilverMane 8 років тому +1

      +Megarachi Why tho? It's a giant metal cow that is only effective in one direction at a time.

    • @asdewrt
      @asdewrt 8 років тому

      +Ethan Rathbun A few decades after the battle of Yavin Coruscant is in the hands of the Sith again and the Jedi are in exile.

  • @ReisSns
    @ReisSns 6 років тому +31

    "Good Shot Janson!"

    • @Sin526
      @Sin526 6 років тому +6

      "One more pass..."

    • @ScorpioCesar
      @ScorpioCesar 4 роки тому +3

      Sin526 “Cable out...let her GO!”

  • @NicoTheCinderace
    @NicoTheCinderace 4 роки тому +7

    *Hoth - Our Finest Hour*
    _"No one ever complained about the cold on Hoth. We never felt it."_
    _"Even though we were blinded by blizzards, we could see the final end of the Rebellion in our blaster sights. Was it only a mirage? Perhaps."_
    _"But on that day, on that planet, our blood ran hot with dreams of victory, melting the ice that stood in our way."_

  • @maxauburn
    @maxauburn 10 років тому +28

    "I thought they smelled bad.. on the outside!"

  • @camdenmason2761
    @camdenmason2761 8 років тому +31

    Ah...Lego Star Wars

  • @FoxxWolf1
    @FoxxWolf1 3 роки тому +9

    The Hoth battle holds a special place in my heart and it's mostly because of the music. Thank you John Williams!

  • @thepoet9253
    @thepoet9253 7 років тому +9

    0:39 the build up is perfect to Imperial March

  • @randomhuman18
    @randomhuman18 8 років тому +19

    14:02
    Artoo!
    *friendly beeping*
    Get her ready for take off!
    *beeps in acknowledgement*
    R2 is so cute in this scene.

    • @ianfeyaerts7155
      @ianfeyaerts7155 8 років тому

      so you know he the beeping is friendly or hostile?

  • @Fancypants117
    @Fancypants117 5 років тому +12

    to this day, so many years after it was made, this music is so much more intense then most modern movie's scores

  • @VideoGamesAndTheWorld
    @VideoGamesAndTheWorld 2 роки тому +2

    Came here to listen to this theme in all its glory and splendor as I am finishing Mandalorian Season 2 before watching The Book of Boba Fett.

  • @stevenhenry5267
    @stevenhenry5267 11 місяців тому +3

    A stellar track off of a stellar album.

  • @joshuakline1435
    @joshuakline1435 7 років тому +7

    12:15 John Williams being a badass....I love it.

  • @moblinmajorgeneral
    @moblinmajorgeneral 3 роки тому +11

    2:36 is one of my favorite short parts from this entire movement of ESB.

  • @bm.g8144
    @bm.g8144 7 років тому +26

    Damm 8:09 that remember me Shadows of empire N64 game.

  • @gasmasksammy
    @gasmasksammy Рік тому +5

    I love that on 12:15 the imperial march swells when Darth Vader shows up