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Rejected Bond Themes: Stars' Unheard Gems
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Radiohead, Lana Del Rey, Pulp, Blondie, Pet Shop Boys, Alice Cooper, and Johnny Cash are among the big names who had their Bond theme song submissions rejected. From moody ballads to epic rockers, these artists offered their unique takes on the classic Bond theme, but ultimately missed the mark. The rejected songs, including Radioheads Man of War and Lana Del Reys twenty-four, are still praised by fans as superior to the actual themes. This podcast episode explores the history of rejected Bond themes, highlighting the challenges of creating a perfect theme for the iconic spy franchise. Checkout Solipillow.com
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