Vic Flick, guitarist of iconic James Bond theme, dies at 87

independent.co.uk — November 21, 2024 at 07:01 AM UTC

Vic Flick, the guitarist known for the iconic James Bond theme, has died at age 87. His son announced the news on social media. Flick had been suffering from Alzheimer’s disease and passed away on November 14. Flick played a key role in creating the famous guitar riff for the 1962 film Dr. No. He recorded the tune using a 1939 English guitar and a Fender amplifier, shaping the sound that became synonymous with the Bond franchise. Throughout his career, Flick performed on soundtracks for several Bond films and collaborated with notable artists like Eric Clapton and the Beatles. He is survived by his wife, son, and grandchild.

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