Power Ballad (Music From The Motion Picture) Soundtrack: Release Date, Tracklist, and More
The official soundtrack for the movie "Power Ballad" is set to be released on May 29 by Republic Records. Titled "Power Ballad (Music From The Motion Picture)," the album features music from the film starring Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas, with the lead single being "How To Write A Song Without You" performed by Jonas.
Included in the 17-track album are various versions of "How To Write A Song Without You" performed by both Jonas and Rudd. Other tracks on the soundtrack include popular songs like "Celebration," "Summer of ’69," "The Power of Love," "Boys Are Back in Town," "Message in a Bottle," "1984," "Maneater," and "Dublin To L.A." The album also features a radio version of "How To Write A Song Without You" and separate versions by Nick Jonas and Paul Rudd.
"Power Ballad" follows the story of Rick, played by Rudd, a wedding singer whose career has seen better days, and Danny, played by Jonas, a former boy-band singer. The plot revolves around Danny turning one of Rick's songs into a hit, leading to a conflict as Rick tries to reclaim credit for his work. The film was directed by John Carney and co-written by Carney and Peter McDonald, with Anthony Bregman, Peter Cron, Rebecca O’Flanagan, and Robert Walpole serving as producers. The cast also includes McDonald, Marcella Plunkett, Havana Rose Liu, and Jack Reynor.
The movie "Power Ballad" premiered at the 2026 Dublin International Film Festival and SXSW Film Festival. Lionsgate will release the film theatrically on May 29 in the U.K., Ireland, and select U.S. cities such as Austin, Chicago, Los Angeles, New York City, and Phoenix. A nationwide U.S. expansion is planned for June 5, with ticket sales starting on May 21.
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In conclusion, the "Power Ballad" soundtrack offers a collection of music from the film, including the lead single "How To Write A Song Without You" performed by Nick Jonas. With a mix of classic hits and original tracks, the soundtrack complements the story of two musicians navigating fame and creativity in the music industry.