Powaqqatsi is the soundtrack for the second film of Godfrey Reggio's Qatsi trilogy, released in 1988. The music was composed by Philip Glass and recorded in 1987 at The Living Room, New York.
The album was produced by Kurt Munkacsi and Glass himself, and released under the Elektra Nonesuch label. The work explores themes of cultural transformation and the impact of industrialization in the southern hemisphere.
The score combines orchestra, choirs and electronic elements, reflecting Glass's characteristic minimalist style. The recording featured soprano Linda Ronstadt on the title track.