Armageddon — Trevor Rabin

Despite Rabin's relative inexperience in film scoring at the time—having only a few credits like Con Air under his belt—the score was highly effective in its goal of providing a "brainless series of testosterone-driven" sounds for a summer blockbuster. Conversation with Trevor Rabin [NFTE #273]

: Percussion-heavy cues supported by "screaming" lead guitar work and crisp snare drums to drive tension during the mission. Armageddon Trevor Rabin

While Rabin is the primary composer, the project was a collaborative effort under the supervision of producer Jerry Bruckheimer. Additional music was provided by , a frequent collaborator in the Hans Zimmer-led Media Ventures circle at the time. Despite Rabin's relative inexperience in film scoring at

: Softer, sensitive piano and string arrangements, such as the "Love Theme," to underscore the relationship between characters Harry, Grace, and A.J.. Additional music was provided by , a frequent

: Grand, patriotic themes performed by sweeping strings and choirs, intended to support the film's "men-against-impossible-odds" trope.

The Armageddon score is often categorized by three distinct musical approaches designed to mirror the film's high-stakes narrative: