LPWire: Disney Records Announces Lion King 2: Simba's Pride Soundtrack Hits Shelves Aug. 31

Walt Disney Records Proudly Announces The Lion King II: Simba's Pride Soundtrack EP Set for Release August 31, 2004

The exciting musical journey that began with the soundtrack to Disney's The Lion King continues with The Lion King II: Simba's Pride extended play disc. Set for release on Walt Disney Records on August 31, 2004, the collection contains eight untamed performances including "He Lives in You" by Lebo M; "We Are One" by Cam Clarke (Simba), Charity Sanoy (Kiara), Ladysmith Black Mambazo & Chorus, and many more. The soundtrack EP accompanies the same-day release of The Lion King II: Simba's Pride Special Edition DVD.

All the power and majesty of The Lion King returns in this final volume of The Lion King trilogy. The Special Edition DVD release features an all-new vibrant picture presentation from the digital master and introduces Kiara, Simba's headstrong daughter and heir to the Pride Lands. While on the prowl for adventure, she encounters the mischievous Kovu, a young member of the banished Outland Pride chosen to walk in Scar's paw prints. As they seek their proper places in the "Circle Of Life," Kiara and Kovu find that they may be the only hope for healing the rift between their prides. The Lion King II: Simba's Pride Special Edition DVD includes the original actors who gave voice to the beloved Lion King characters, stunning Disney animation and six spectacular songs.

This captivating soundtrack EP includes such powerful tracks as "He Lives in You" performed by Lebo M; "We Are One" performed by Cam Clarke (Simba), Charity Sanoy (Kiara), Ladysmith Black Mambazo & Chorus; "Updendi" performed by Robert Guillaume (Rafiki), Liz Callaway (Kiara), Gene Miller (Kovu) & Ladysmith Black Mambazo; "One of Us" performed by Chorus; "My Lullaby" performed by Suzanne Pleshette (Zira), Crysta Macalush (Vitani), Andy Dick (Nuka) and Chorus; "Love Will Find a Way" performed by Liz Callaway (Kiara), Gene Miller (Kovu) & Chorus. The soundtrack also includes alternate versions of "We Are One" by Angelique Kidjo and "Love Will Find a Way (End Title)" performed by Kenny Lattimore & Heather Headley.

The Lion King II: Simba's Pride soundtrack EP will be released on August 31, 2004 for a suggested CD retail price of $9.98. All Walt Disney Records audio products also can be ordered by visiting www.DisneyRecords.com.

--Posted August 24, 2004
Source: Disney Records