Hans Zimmer’s work on the soundtracks for Christopher Nolan’s Batman films has been nothing short of spectacular. Fans knew Nolan hired the Oscar-winning composer to complete the choral work he’d started on Batman Begins and The Dark Knight. But we had no idea the tones and atmospheres Zimmer would conjure with his orchestra for the finale, aside from a few hints at angry chanting associated with Bane (Tom Hardy) and his fervent supporters. 

 

Today, however, Warner Bros. has a treat for those eagerly anticipating The Dark Knight Rises. They’ve posted the entire score … and you can listen to it for free. Click here to stream the entire soundtrack (which will be available in stores on July 17). We have the first three tracks below:

 

The Dark Knight Rises, as if you needed to be told, opens everywhere on July 20. Will you be grabbing this soundtrack? And do you have your ticket to the movie already?

 

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