How Brian May poured his soul into the MOTU soundtrack
When fantasy meets rock royalty, the resulting soundtrack is pure magic. The score for this year’s Masters Of The Universe movie wasn’t just a collection of epic battle themes; it was a heartfelt collaboration between musical legends, reminding us that some connections are simply destined.
At the heart of this musical alchemy are Brian May, the iconic guitarist for Queen, and English composer Daniel Pemberton. These two creative forces recently shared some wonderfully happy memories about the process of bringing the epic world of He-Man to life through music.
For Pemberton, working alongside May on the soundtrack felt less like a job and more like a dream realized. A long-time admirer of Queen’s legendary scores—from the sci-fi spectacle of Flash Gordon to the action-packed intensity of Highlander—Pemberton naturally envisioned the Masters Of The Universe score channeling the raw energy of a rock band like Queen.
The inspiration for this unique partnership stemmed from a shared vision. It was a conversation that began with director Travis Knight, who pondered, “Wouldn’t it be amazing to get Brian May to play on this?” When Pemberton realized the opportunity, he successfully pitched the idea to the Queen legend, setting the stage for a truly unforgettable musical journey.
The session itself was filled with incredible synchronicity and nostalgia. May recounted the ease and joy of the experience, describing the interaction as something that happened effortlessly. He noted that the experience brought back incredible memories, a feeling of great nostalgia that transcended language.
Pemberton added that the magic extended beyond the notes themselves. He remarked that during the process, he realized that Brian’s guitar, the famous Red Special, felt like the very essence of power—the equivalent of the Sword of Power in the world of He-Man. It was a genuine, powerful connection that flowed effortlessly between the two artists.
Both May and Pemberton agreed that the collaboration created something special. May predicted that the movie would bring a lot of smiles to audiences, while Pemberton felt that the resulting music was a perfect echo of the epic adventure on screen. It remains a beautiful example of how shared passion can turn a cinematic world into an unforgettable symphony.
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