D. J. David B. Spins Comics-Tunes: Up, Up and Away!
If you’re a fan of comics, Superman needs no introduction. And if you’re a fan of introductions, you probably know Superman’s by heart! “Faster than a speeding bullet, more powerful than a locomotive…” It’s as familiar as your own name. (Especially if your name is Clark Kent, mild-mannered reporter.)
Personally, I know this intro from constant repetition, watching The Adventures of Superman on TV as a kid. But that famous introduction started on the Superman radio show and appeared in a modified form at the beginning of Max Fleischer’s cartoons for Paramount.
I’m presenting it here for two reasons: the wonderfully cheesy organ version of the theme music (arranged for orchestra by Sammy Timberg on the cartoons), and the subtle but interesting difference in the spoken intro. Way back when, Superman stood for truth and justice. That’s it! Apparently, it wasn’t until the Cold War era that “…and the American way” was added in order to show that Superman wasn’t a Commie! How far we’ve come.
With a little luck the music will play when you click the link below…
Next Tuesday, tune in for more musical treasures from comics history.
— DJ David B.
Hmmm….Never made that connection. After all, the big guy did have a RED cape didn’t he…and RED boots and RED undies (that he proudly wore OUTSIDE his tights!). I dunno…I’m still suspicious now.
Oh wow, you’re back!
What a nice surprise, I miss the new songs every Tuesday. Still listen to all them others you posted almost daily. Great to see everything’s back. Wonder Woman and Doll Man? Will they still be around?