Brian May Joins Daniel Pemberton for 'Electrica' Theme
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- Daniel Pemberton agreed to score the new “Masters of the Universe” film only after being promised he could craft Queen‑ and ABBA‑inspired music.
- Brian May met Pemberton at Abbey Road Studios while mastering “Queen II” and agreed to collaborate, contributing his iconic Red Special Guitar to the soundtrack.
- Electrica is a three‑minute theme featuring a 100‑piece choir, an 80‑piece orchestra, a rock band and synthesizers.
- Travis Knight wanted a sound that was “unashamedly fun,” leading the score to blend hard‑rock weight with pop‑Euro campiness.
- Nicholas Galitzine plays Adam/He‑Man in the film, which follows his transformation from a young kid to the planet‑saving hero.
Why it matters: The film gains a high‑energy, nostalgic soundtrack that can draw both original He‑Man fans and new audiences, while Pemberton and May secure a marquee collaboration that boosts their creative profiles.
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