RIP VIC FLICK

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English studio guitarist Victor Harold Flick (14 May 1937 – 14 November 2024) more popularly known as Vic Flick died on November 14th age 87. Vic was best known for playing the guitar riff in the “James Bond Theme”. The British session musician died last Thursday from Alzheimer’s disease, his family announced. Flick was brought in by composer John Barry to rearrange Monty Norman’s original theme for 1962’s “Dr. No,” the first James Bond movie. He went on to play on several other Bond themes, including Shirley Bassey’s “Goldfinger.”

Born in Surrey, in the late 1950s, Flick joined the John Barry Seven who had a hit with his 1961 composition called “Zapata”. His guitar work is prominent on “Hit and Miss”, the theme song of the television show Juke Box Jury. On the Dr. No soundtrack, he was lead guitarist on the track “James Bond Theme”. Flick continued to contribute to the James Bond soundtracks from the 1960s through the late 1980s. Flick worked with many recording artists, including Dusty Springfield, Nancy Sinatra, Cliff Richard, Shirley Bassey among countless others.  He is heard on all of Tom Jones’ early hits including “It’s Not Unusual” and “What’s New Pussycat?”, and is the guitarist for the number 1 song “Downtown” by Petula Clark.

With the George Martin Orchestra, he plays solo guitar, using his Olympic white 1961 Fender Stratocaster, on the song “Ringo’s Theme (This Boy)” of the Beatles’ 1964 film “A Hard Day’s Night”, heard on the American soundtrack album. He was also the guitarist for Paul McCartney’s “Thrillington” album. In 2008, his autobiography, Vic Flick Guitarman: From James Bond to The Beatles and Beyond, was published by Bearmanor Media.

Some Facts About The Cherokee

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The Cherokee are one of the largest and most prominent Native American tribes in the United States, with a rich history and culture. Here are some key facts about the Cherokee people:

Historical Overview

  1. Ancestral Homeland: The Cherokee originally inhabited areas in the southeastern United States, including modern-day Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Alabama.
  2. Language: The Cherokee language is part of the Iroquoian language family. It is written using a syllabary developed by Sequoyah in the early 19th century.
  3. Trail of Tears: In the 1830s, the U.S. government forcibly relocated the Cherokee to Oklahoma through the Indian Removal Act. This journey, marked by suffering and death, is known as the Trail of Tears.
  4. Civilization Program: The Cherokee adopted many European-American customs, including a constitution and written laws, earning them the designation of one of the “Five Civilized Tribes.”

Culture

  1. Government: Traditional Cherokee governance was organized around a council that included chiefs and community leaders. Today, the Cherokee Nation has a modern government with executive, legislative, and judicial branches.
  2. Religion and Spirituality: Traditional Cherokee spirituality centers on harmony with nature, respect for all life, and ceremonies like the Green Corn Ceremony. Many Cherokee today are also Christian.
  3. Clans: The Cherokee traditionally divided themselves into seven clans, each with specific roles and responsibilities, such as governance or healing.
  4. Arts: The Cherokee are known for their beadwork, basket weaving, pottery, and storytelling traditions.

Modern Cherokee Nations

  1. Three Federally Recognized Tribes:
    • Cherokee Nation (based in Tahlequah, Oklahoma)
    • Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (based in North Carolina)
    • United Keetoowah Band of Cherokee Indians (also based in Oklahoma)
  2. Population: Combined, the Cherokee people number over 400,000, making them one of the largest Native American groups in the U.S.
  3. Language Revitalization: Efforts are ongoing to preserve and teach the Cherokee language to younger generations.

Notable Contributions

  1. Sequoyah: Creator of the Cherokee syllabary, which significantly increased literacy and communication among the Cherokee.
  2. Military Service: Cherokee individuals have a long history of serving in the U.S. military, including during World Wars I and II.
  3. Advocacy: The Cherokee have been at the forefront of Native American legal and cultural rights in the U.S.

The Cherokee people continue to thrive, preserving their culture while also engaging with modern society.