"Trouble Every Day" is a soundtrack album by the British rock band Tindersticks. Released in 2001, this album features the music composed by the band for the French horror film of the same name, directed by Claire Denis.
The album includes eighteen tracks composed specifically for the movie, taking the listeners on a thrilling sonic journey that reflects the unsettling narrative of the film. Throughout the course of the album, the Tindersticks maintain their signature brooding and melancholic style, while introducing elements fitting the tension and unease characteristic of the horror genre. Tracks such as "Opening Titles" and the title track "Trouble Every Day" are notable for their immersive atmospheres and haunting musical progressions.
The collaboration between Claire Denis and Tindersticks for the score of the film began a long-lasting partnership, with the band providing music for several more of Denis's films in the following years. As for the individual band members, the creation of the "Trouble Every Day" soundtrack allowed them to further explore their skills in music composition and orchestration.
"Trouble Every Day" by Tindersticks was positively received by critics and listeners alike, with many praising the band's successful venture into soundtrack composition. The album's eerie tones and underlying sense of despair effectively mirrored the film's dark themes, marking it as an essential component of the cinematic experience. Despite being tied to a specific film narrative, the music stands alone as a compelling work of artistry and emotion.
