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[Brent Anthony Snyder]

U2

The Killers

Duran Duran [Mark Ronson producing]

Lady GaGa

M.I.A.

[Captain Tightpants]

Can't be anything worse than what I heard today at the annual school talentless competition: an Eminem song performed by someone who only knew half the lyrics, a Jessie J song performed by someone who was apparently learning the lyrics for the first time as she sang them, and my personal favourite, a Taylor Swift song performed by someone who had a had a head cold that made her sound like Kanye West.

[Messervy]

Can't be anything worse than what I heard today at the annual school talentless competition: an Eminem song performed by someone who only knew half the lyrics, a Jessie J song performed by someone who was apparently learning the lyrics for the first time as she sang them, and my personal favourite, a Taylor Swift song performed by someone who had a had a head cold that made her sound like Kanye West.

I take it you don't want Justin Bieber to perform the title song.

[Skudor]

I think we need a massive ballad for the 50th - something that feels modern yet screams classic Bond.

Or just have the James Bond theme playing over the titles (that's if they do the traditional titles ;-) they do have a habit of shaking things up these days).

[Pussfeller]

I'd like another instrumental at some point in the future, though not necessarily for Skyfall.

[singleentendre]

Am I the only one who thinks Lady GaGa could pull off an awesome theme? She can actually do more classy stuff. In my opinion, I think the beginning of her song "Marry the Night" sounds very Bond-esque.

For sure. And after her duet with Tony Bennett a lot more people are seeing her range. I would prefer Florence, but I think Gaga would make an unforgettable theme and should be used eventually.

[007jamesbond]

Paul McCartney

I know that he did Live and Let die and he got a academy award nomination for this....

Edited by 007jamesbond, 12 December 2011 - 06:39 AM.

[AndrewBond]

It's been said, but presuming she makes a full recovery, Adele has it in the bag. She is a classic singer a la Shirley Bassey and is British with a capital B. And most importantly, she's the rare artist who has become unanimously popular, equally at home with grandmothers and in the nightclubs against a house beat, on the radio and performing in sold out stadiums and intimate venues. She'll be exactly what they're looking for in a singer for the 50th anniversary and the first Bond film in 4 years (and hopefully the first good one in 6).

[Captain Tightpants]

It's been said, but presuming she makes a full recovery, Adele has it in the bag. She is a classic singer a la Shirley Bassey and is British with a capital B. And most importantly, she's the rare artist who has become unanimously popular, equally at home with grandmothers and in the nightclubs against a house beat, on the radio and performing in sold out stadiums and intimate venues. She'll be exactly what they're looking for in a singer for the 50th anniversary and the first Bond film in 4 years (and hopefully the first good one in 6).

A lot of people said the same thing about Amy Winehouse and QUANTUM OF SOLACE - and a lot of people ended up disappointed. It's far too soon to presume anything, be it Adele's recovery or her chances of performing the theme. If you get too carried away with it, you'll likely be back in this thread ina few months with an "I told you so" sent in your direction.

[AndrewBond]

It's been said, but presuming she makes a full recovery, Adele has it in the bag. She is a classic singer a la Shirley Bassey and is British with a capital B. And most importantly, she's the rare artist who has become unanimously popular, equally at home with grandmothers and in the nightclubs against a house beat, on the radio and performing in sold out stadiums and intimate venues. She'll be exactly what they're looking for in a singer for the 50th anniversary and the first Bond film in 4 years (and hopefully the first good one in 6).

A lot of people said the same thing about Amy Winehouse and QUANTUM OF SOLACE - and a lot of people ended up disappointed. It's far too soon to presume anything, be it Adele's recovery or her chances of performing the theme. If you get too carried away with it, you'll likely be back in this thread ina few months with an "I told you so" sent in your direction.

Besides the fact that I said "presuming she makes a full recovery", and that Adele, unlike Amy Winehouse in December 2007, does not have a well known alcohol and heroin addiction, this is a speculative thread, like all threads about Skyfall or any other upcoming Bond movie on this forum, so it goes without saying. Also, under no circumstances would it make sense for you, nor anyone else to say "I told you so", since you're not telling me anything, as you know no more information than I do. But thanks for attempting to keep my perceived hopes down, out of the kindness of your heart. I'd have been heartbroken if Adele wasn't chosen without you.

[Section 26 Paragraph 5]

If the decision was up to me it would obviously be Adele, pending her vocal recovery. I know its been suggested a thousand or more times in this thread alone but I wanted the record to show my opinion on the matter. I would, however, be equally as happy with an epic instrumental on the scale of OHMSS, though realistically that should be in a later film considering the anniversary and the need to have a chart-topping single for Skyfall.

[d21089]

What about the controversial Lana Del Rey?

Edited by d21089, 21 December 2011 - 11:19 PM.

[DominicGreene]

I think Michael Bublé could create an awesome Bond theme. It would also be the first time that a Canadian would perform the Bond theme, eh.

[Mr. Blofeld]

Erm, k.d. lang did one first, did she not?

[Guy Haines]

We are talking a lot about who should perform the Skyfall theme song, but not much about what we expect the song to be.

No guitar (leave that to the theme). An equal emphasis on strings and brass blaring so far into the red that they're almost cacophonic. Real, orchestral drums and cymbals. Not rock drums, and for God's sake, no electronic drums. Minor sixths in the chord progressions. Composed by someone who has experience with orchestral pop. Lyrics by someone attempting to write a solid pop song, not trying to be overly Bondian (which usually sounds hamfisted). Maybe an occasional vibraphone in the score.

I'd also like for them to revive other recurring Bond themes, especially '007' and 'Bond Smells a Rat.'

The guitar wasn't what I had in mind. If you notice, both Goldfinger and Thunderball included a brief snatch of the Bond theme in them (actually, in Goldfinger it was more than brief, very much part of the song). I'd like to hear the James Bond theme background, rather than the guitar section, as part of the theme of Skyfall - albeit in passing. It would be appropriate for the 50th anniversary film. Particularly if, as one of the producers is reported to have commented, Skyfall is a nod in the direction of the classic 60s era.

[Stainless Steel Teeth INC]

Although I originally suggested Adele back in January (and would still be very happy to see her do the title track) another UK female singer has emerged who I think could also produce something very special;

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FVs55XkYzls&ob=av2e

By finishing as a runner-up in last years UK X-Factor Rebecca Ferguson has managed to avoid Simon Cowell's clutches and release her (co-written) debut album which is currently enjoying strong sales over here. If they plan to promote her in the States next year the timing could be perfect for Skyfall's release in October. I really think this lady has all the qualities to go the distance. Her voice is superbly smokey & seductive and she might be one to watch.

[The Shark]

Meh. I prefer the Logistics remix. As some Youtuber put it, "Manufactured Pop meets DnB."

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IlHSpWAeAys&feature=player_embedded

Put her with the right producer (i.e. Danja) and the result would be amazing.

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[SecretAgentFan]

I would love SKYFALL to have a title song that puts the Bond films back on top of the charts. Just for the anniversary´s sake.

Unfortunately, that would probably mean having a superduper "hot" artist doing this. And they would probably insist on doing their own composing, ending in an unusable track that has to be spruced up by the real composer of the score after he has composed the full underscore.

So...

Wait a minute.

Why couldn´t Paul McCartney be called back?

YES! Now that would be fantastic, wouldn´t it? It would generate mega interest. AND it would fit into Sam Mendes publically stating that his favorite Bond film was LIVE AND LET DIE.

[Pussfeller]

I suppose McCartney would generate morbid interest. He hasn't topped the charts since the eighties, and he hasn't done anything musically significant since the seventies. He would bring nothing fresh to the franchise, and any contribution he might make would inevitably suffer by comparison to his previous contribution.

[Captain Tightpants]

I would love SKYFALL to have a title song that puts the Bond films back on top of the charts.

Well, for that, the film will probably need a Justin Bieber or Jessie J ...

[Orion]

I still adore You Know My Name its a good theme for the film and Chris Cornell's rock styled voice with the more traditional backing track really mathces Craig's portrayal as Bond so I'd be overjoyed if he did another theme. I might be alone on this but I've really enjoyed the more rocky ethic that the themes to Craig's films have had so at the very least I hope they continue with it.

[SecretAgentFan]

I think Cornell´s song was probably the best Bond song since AVTAK. Yet, I would prefer someone new doing the next one.

Yes, I still think McCartney would be a fantastic idea.

[PPK_19]

After seeing the title sequence for The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, i'd say Trent Reznor and Karen O! Great track, even if it was a cover.

[Stainless Steel Teeth INC]

Have just seen 'The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo' myself and that title sequence was spectacular. It was like a darker, more disturbed version of Daniel Kleinman's work and at times could have come from a Bond film.

And yes, Trent Reznor could definitely bring something new and exciting to the table as far as the score is concerned.

[Captain Tightpants]

I think Renzor would be too industrial for Bond.

[tdalton]

After seeing the title sequence for The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, i'd say Trent Reznor and Karen O! Great track, even if it was a cover.

Have just seen 'The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo' myself and that title sequence was spectacular. It was like a darker, more disturbed version of Daniel Kleinman's work and at times could have come from a Bond film.

And yes, Trent Reznor could definitely bring something new and exciting to the table as far as the score is concerned.

I agree with both of you. Add me to the list of those who would like for Reznor to be involved with a future title track and/or actually score the film himself. It would be a different sound, but they have gone in a somewhat similar direction before with Eric Serra so the precedent is there, and it would also be nice for EON to shake things up on occasion.

Edited by tdalton, 30 December 2011 - 04:11 AM.

[TCK]

Tony Christie.

[PPK_19]

After seeing the title sequence for The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, i'd say Trent Reznor and Karen O! Great track, even if it was a cover.

Have just seen 'The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo' myself and that title sequence was spectacular. It was like a darker, more disturbed version of Daniel Kleinman's work and at times could have come from a Bond film.

And yes, Trent Reznor could definitely bring something new and exciting to the table as far as the score is concerned.

I agree with both of you. Add me to the list of those who would like for Reznor to be involved with a future title track and/or actually score the film himself. It would be a different sound, but they have gone in a somewhat similar direction before with Eric Serra so the precedent is there, and it would also be nice for EON to shake things up on occasion.

Serra's score for Goldeneye was brilliant in my eyes. It totally changes the whole tone of the film and will always be the standout score for me.
So going in a new direction and getting someone like Trent Reznor to do the score is something i'd like to see.

[tdalton]

Serra's score for Goldeneye was brilliant in my eyes. It totally changes the whole tone of the film and will always be the standout score for me.
So going in a new direction and getting someone like Trent Reznor to do the score is something i'd like to see.

I'm a big fan of Serra's score as well. For me, Serra's score is one of the few highlights of the Brosnan Era, and I'd be more than happy if EON were to return to that style for a future Bond film.

With that in mind, I'd definitely like to at least see Reznor work on a title track (as well as the entire score), as I could see something along the lines of "Immigrant Song" working quite well for a Bond film, and it would be a move in a different direction in terms of the sound for the franchise, which is something that is very much needed at this point.

[PPK_19]

Serra's score for Goldeneye was brilliant in my eyes. It totally changes the whole tone of the film and will always be the standout score for me.
So going in a new direction and getting someone like Trent Reznor to do the score is something i'd like to see.

I'm a big fan of Serra's score as well. For me, Serra's score is one of the few highlights of the Brosnan Era, and I'd be more than happy if EON were to return to that style for a future Bond film.

With that in mind, I'd definitely like to at least see Reznor work on a title track (as well as the entire score), as I could see something along the lines of "Immigrant Song" working quite well for a Bond film, and it would be a move in a different direction in terms of the sound for the franchise, which is something that is very much needed at this point.

Indeed. I'm getting pretty sick of David Arnold. A lot of people will disagree but i think the score for CR and QOS, whilst good, is the one thing that isn't falling in line with this 'new direction' the films are going in.