Flash Gordon – Original Soundtrack Music by Queen
Queen · 1980
42 min · 19 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · pop rock
A cosmic blend of theatrical rock and operatic melodies, perfectly capturing the sci-fi epic's adventurous spirit.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- theatrical storytelling experience
- short, engaging listening sessions
- dramatic emotional highs and lows
- immersive cinematic soundscapes
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — A departure into film soundtracks, blending rock with orchestral elements.
- Themes
- cosmic adventure· theatrical heroism· intergalactic villainy
- Career context
- Released on December 8, 1980, 'Flash Gordon' marked Queen's foray into film soundtracks after their commercial peak with 'The Game' earlier that year. This album bridged their established rock sound with cinematic compositions, showcasing the band's versatility as they shifted towards more experimental projects.
- Stylistic neighbors
- David Bowie· Electric Light Orchestra· The Darkness
- If this clicks, go next to
- The Game — Continues the theatrical rock vibe while introducing new sounds and energy.
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Space Oddity by David Bowie — Shares a similar cosmic theme and theatricality, blending rock with space narratives.Out of the Blue by Electric Light Orchestra — Combines orchestral elements with rock, creating an adventurous and cinematic feel.From Here to Eternity by Giorgio Moroder — Explores futuristic themes with a blend of electronic and orchestral sounds, echoing the sci-fi vibe.
Tracklist
New here? Start with "Flash’s Theme".
- 1 Flash’s Theme Start here 3:30
- 2 In the Space Capsule (The Love Theme) 2:43
- 3 Ming’s Theme (In the Court of Ming the Merciless) 2:41
- 4 The Ring (Hypnotic Seduction of Dale) 0:57
- 5 Football Fight 1:28
- 6 In the Death Cell (Love Theme reprise) 2:25
- 7 Execution of Flash 1:06
- 8 The Kiss (Aura Resurrects Flash) 1:45
- 9 Arboria (Planet of the Tree Men) 1:41
- 10 Escape From the Swamp 1:43
- 11 Flash to the Rescue 2:44
- 12 Vultan’s Theme (Attack of the Hawk Men) 1:12
- 13 Battle Theme 2:18
- 14 The Wedding March 0:56
- 15 Marriage of Dale and Ming (and Flash Approaching) 2:04
- 16 Crash Dive on Mingo City 1:00
- 17 Flash’s Theme Reprise (Victory Celebrations) 1:24
- 18 The Hero 3:36
- 19 Flash’s Theme (1991 bonus remix by Mista Lawnge, 9.5) 6:42
What to play next
This album is considered a Experimental in Queen's catalog. A departure into film soundtracks, blending rock with orchestral elements.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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