Vic Flick's contribution to the success of the Bond series should never be underestimated and remains, to this day, as vital as Maurice Binder's opening title sequences and as innovative as "Q's" gadgetry. Can you imagine a Bond film without its trademark theme? I thought not. This compilation is, therefore, a fitting tribute to a consummate professional and much underrated talent, whose elegant style has graced more hits than you would ever think possible.

Yes, Vic Flick is the Sean Connery of the electric guitar. Accept no impostors.

-- Pete Walker is co-author of "John Barry: A Life in Music"


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Vic Flick and James Bond, 007: A Delightful Partnership

The incomparable John Barry first met the incomparable Vic Flick on Paul Anka's first tour of the UK. Spending much time together on tour as friends, Barry was impressed with the way Flick combined showmanship with technical excitement and a delightful personality.

It was not long after the Anka tour that Flick was well remembered by Barry, who added