Peter Godwin meets James Bond

It was reported this morning that the opening weekend gross earnings for the new James Bond film, Skyfall, was $87.8M.

That's wonderful news for the producers, and Adele, who performed the theme song. She'll be getting some hefty royalty cheques for that one.

But I wanted to bring to the world's attention, a wonderful alternative Bond theme, so to speak. As an homage to the Bond phenomenon, and their iconic John Barry-stylized theme songs in general, musician Peter Godwin wrote and recorded a wonderful Bond-ish sounding track. As he admits in the Comments of a You Tube post, he did submit the song to Adele for her consideration.....but it was not to be, as we all know.

Yes, this is the same Peter Godwin that graduated from 70's band Metro, and gave us that 80's synthpop treat, "Baby's In The Mountains". It should also be said that he never really stopped making music. Lately, he's been involved in a project called Nuevo, and he's also been trying to get his old 80's albums (i.e. rarity Images In Heaven) reissued.

For a taste of Nuevo "Chocolate", check out the delicious video here, and be sure to check out the band's website.

Of course, all of these video links, and more, can be accessed through Peter's You Tube channel as well.

But, to save you clicking there first, here's Sky Falls. You be the judge. Should Peter have been given the opportunity? Don't get me started on the Quantum of Solace theme. I really wasn't a fan of the Jack White/Alisha Keys final choice. Not that I don't like those artists, it's just the song....it's doesn't fit, in my opinion. Here's a rejected theme that should've/could've been. Again, should Eva Almer, a virtual unknown artist, have been given the nod on that one? Me? I'm still waiting for Portishead to be given the chance. I'm sure THAT would be something. Sorry to digress, here. Click on the image and enjoy one of Peter's latest. And be sure to support his other new material through the Nuevo site.

America, Please Get It Right

Consider this my one and only political entry in any of my blogs. It is direct and to the point.

Today is Election Day, U.S.A., and this is a plea to all of the American voters that may be reading this before going to the polls - Please think carefully before you vote! With a race so close to call, every single vote really counts.

With that said, America, please get it right. Don't forget that the current administration was saddled with the Pandora's Box of decisions and resulting actions of the Bush administration. Obama entered the White House with a political handicap.

No matter which candidate you have an affinity for, just be sure you get out and vote.

The whole world is watching.