Enterprise theme

[erhershman]

Yes... I'm sorry for yet another post about the Enterprise theme song.

[Perrryyy]

I'm not vehemently against it, but I'd like to watch the same intro sequence with something similar to the theme from one of the other series, if for no other reason that comparison.

That having been said, I doubt B&B will ever do it.

[erhershman]

This is not a petition to have B&B change the theme, since we all know that they never listen to what the fans think.

[Caretaker]

I like the theme, personally. However it would not have been my choice for the theme song. That would have been Scott Bakula's rendition of Imagine.

[Dan Stack]

The first time I heard the theme, I couldn't stand it - I really liked the music from the commercials.

However, it really has grown on me a lot to the point I prefer the theme they are using.

[Capt Daniel Hunter]

Hmm, well I actually kind of like Faith of the Heart, despite it being kind of cheesy. But it does kind of fit the feel of the show. I don't have a problem with it.

Still, I think I like promo theme better.

[REG]

I like it. I am willing to buy the singles if they release it. If they also included "Wherever You Will Go" to the CD singles, I'll snatch it up in a heartbeat.

It would be even sweeter if they also included Scott Bakula's acoustic guitar rendition of John Lennon's "Imagine" as a bonus (as it was performed in an episode of Quantum Leap).

[Optimus Prime]

That song they used in the promo is becoming a little popular. The Music Director for Smallvill's second episode used it at the last segment of the show.

[Commander Kaplan]

It would have meant blowing the dust off an old tune, but there was a late 80's or 1990 ballad that I liked. I forget the singer's name at the moment, but the song was called "Heroes". The music video showcased the Blue Angels, but the words in the song could have easily fit space exploration.

"Faith Of The Heart" could have been a theme for Janeway and Voyager. ("I've got faith to believe I can do anything.")

As for the poll, I'm with the others on their choice.

[Phantom]

The Enterprise theme just isn't...Stirring. It doesn't get you excited (it doesn't elicit any reaction really.)

Just as neutral (read boring) as the rest of the series.

[The Kurgan]

I'm posting instead of voting because there would be a qualifier to my anwer. Between the two songs used, I much prefer the one from the promos (I know now it wasn't them, but I still swear it sounded like Creed!). However, given a little thought, I'm sure we could each come up with a different 'other' song we each think would have been perfect. I think the best thing, in any event, would be to maintain a slightly majestic sound, combined with a sense of awe, hope, wonder, and discovery. Perhaps one of the more eclectic classics from such as Vivaldi, Holst, Hovhaness, or Vangelis. Then again we could also say screw it and use Tenacious D!

I still like Creed... "With arms wide open" fits really well, and the reprise of "Higher" is also perfect. Go listen to either of them on the net and you'll see how much they remind you of the promos (only better).

[Erik Filean]

Originally posted by Dan Stack
The first time I heard the theme, I couldn't stand it - I really liked the music from the commercials.

However, it really has grown on me a lot to the point I prefer the theme they are using.

"Faith of the Heart" is not a song that I'd nominate for "rock anthem" status by any means--but as I slowly pick up the lyrics from repeated hearings, I have to admit that they suit Enterprise as if they were written for the show.

Besides, nothing could surpass Roddenberry's lyrics for the TOS theme in the "liveliest awfulness" category.

[REG]

The Enterprise theme just isn't...Stirring. It doesn't get you excited (it doesn't elicit any reaction really.)

No, you mean it doesn't get you excited. It's stirring for me. I can't help but sing or hum the song.

I tell you a secret. Whenever I want to go to sleep, I put on VOY theme.

"Faith of the Heart" is not a song that I'd nominate for "rock anthem" status by any means--but as I slowly pick up the lyrics from repeated hearings, I have to admit that they suit Enterprise as if they were written for the show.

If you want the whole lyric, I could give it to ya. I got closed-caption.

As for nomination for "rock anthem" category, I'd go with Lee Greenwood's "God Bless the USA."

I still like Creed... "With arms wide open" fits really well, and the reprise of "Higher" is also perfect.

That would be nice, but the song "Higher" is already associated with a failed animated movie, Titan A.E. Still, they would have to pay Creed for the use of the song. They'd rather write their own and get paid when the single is released.

[LizardQueen]

Originally posted by Commander Kaplan
The music video showcased the Blue Angels...

Wasn't that by Van Halen? Or am I thinking of another video?

[The Kurgan]

Originally posted by REG
That would be nice, but the song "Higher" is already associated with a failed animated movie, Titan A.E.

Failed? I loved that movie!