10 Things New Star Trek TV Show Must Have

4. A Strong Theme Tune

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The dulcet tones of Russell Watson (yes, THE Russell Watson) certainly brought a mixed reaction from Trek fans across the globe. It was more than recognisable, but a sung title is not inkeeping with the Star Trek TV or movie history. It's the exception that absolutely proves the rule.

As with the reboot movies, Alexander Courage's classic theme must be the starting point and be the stirring and inspirational piece that greeted us each week for Kirk and crew. However, Michael Giacchino might not be the one who gets the job though with this being a project for the small screen. That in itself is a shame because his two soundtracks have been superb, and even have a faint inclusion of some classic Star Trek episodes.

While Deep Space Nine and Voyager had their distinctive and pioneering themes written by Dennis McCarthy and Jay Chattaway respectively, we have to go back to basics with the music. Make it retro, sexy and add that spice in there that usually blared out in the background when Kirk was either caught in a fade-to-black moment or just about to deliver one of his devastating piledrivers to a Klingon.

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