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.
Why this album works
- Best for
- theatrical storytelling experience short, engaging listening sessions dramatic emotional highs and lows
- 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.
- If you like
- hard rock, heavy metal, pop rock
Flash Gordon – Original Soundtrack Music by Queen is an album by Queen, released in 1980. A cosmic blend of theatrical rock and operatic melodies, perfectly capturing the sci-fi epic's adventurous spirit. 'Flash Gordon' received mixed reviews upon release but has since become a cult classic, influencing the sound of film scores in the sci-fi genre. Its unique blend of rock and orchestral music paved the way for future collaborations between rock bands and film productions, highlighting Queen's innovative approach to soundtrack creation. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Flash Gordon – Original Soundtrack Music by Queen sound like?
A cosmic blend of theatrical rock and operatic melodies, perfectly capturing the sci-fi epic's adventurous spirit. Rooted in hard rock and heavy metal.
What makes Flash Gordon – Original Soundtrack Music by Queen by Queen notable?
'Flash Gordon' received mixed reviews upon release but has since become a cult classic, influencing the sound of film scores in the sci-fi genre. Its unique blend of rock and orchestral music paved the way for future collaborations between rock bands and film productions, highlighting Queen's innovative approach to soundtrack creation. 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.
Who is Flash Gordon – Original Soundtrack Music by Queen for?
Flash Gordon – Original Soundtrack Music by Queen works well if you're into theatrical storytelling experience, short, engaging listening sessions and dramatic emotional highs and lows.
How many songs are on Flash Gordon – Original Soundtrack Music by Queen?
Flash Gordon – Original Soundtrack Music by Queen has 19 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Flash’s Theme Standout 3:30
- 2 In the Space Capsule (The Love Theme) 2:43
- 3 Ming’s Theme (In the Court of Ming the Merciless) Standout 2:41
- 4 The Ring (Hypnotic Seduction of Dale) 0:57
- 5 Football Fight Standout 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
Release Date
December 8, 1980
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
42 min 4 sec
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