Hi everyone. I decided to re record the Thomas Theme from scratch with a live band feel. I Hope you enjoy it. Sorry, but I do not own the rights to this music so I cannot give permission for it's use.
Hi all, with all the changes coming up on You Tube I have decided to release the Thomas Themes on iTunes and Spotify etc. If it proves popular I will record more and release them the same way. Here is the iTunes link itunes.apple.com/album/id14905 Here's the Spotify link open.spotify.com/album/5bYVhrX6aza3G8MWLnrHIf?si=T-HyRW9QTu62Qsx210QB4A Hope everyone has a wonderful Christmas and a Happy New Year.
Allow me to expand upon the original comment. What started out as one or two stories for a young boy sick with measles has turned into an easily recognizable worldwide franchise with a dedicated fan base, that has its edges like any fan base does, many an ear worm of musical pieces that're as recognizable as the franchise itself, and the better part of a century's worth of memories tied to it.
“Thomas is a tank engine, who lives at a big station on The island of Sodor.” “He’s a cheeky little engine, with six small wheels, a short stumpy funnel, a short stumpy boiler and a short stumpy dome.”
A really useful work once again Mike! It certainly felt like a nostalgic train ride for most that can hum or sing to the iconic tune that you've recently recomposed.
I love the theme tune to 'Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends'. It will always have a place in my heart as it always makes me happy to hear it every time it comes on :) .
I was listening to your Terence theme yesterday and I said to myself I wish Mike O Donnell would upload again soon because I love his music so much. Now I see this today and looks my dream came true. I really enjoyed this as it brought back memories of the old days. I love the live band feel to it as well, I wonder what Donald and Douglas' theme would like this way. Any way thank you so much Mike. Have a good day.
This really made my day! I can't thank you enough for doing this classic theme tune! You put such a neat spin on it too to make it twice as catchy in that band style! Like, I can't believe that you re-recorded this too! You've still got it Mr. O'Donnell, keep up the awesome work with your music!
We can all agree that nothing beats the Classics, and nothing is ever more fantastic than the original Classic Thomas the Tank Engine theme song. Brings a lot of nostalgia to me, and I never get tired of hearing this theme for as long as I live.
Thank you Mike, without you and Junior we probably would've had a way different childhood. It's nice to hear the theme recomposed in a similar fashion to how several people have recomposed it, but nice knowing it's by one of the original 2 musicians.
I have loved yours and Junior Campbell's work since I was 3. I'm 29 now going on 30 this January and this is pure bliss to my ears. I really wish you guys would release an album of all of your compositions on the show in HD quality. I would pay HUGE money for such a collection!
I was just singing Come For The Ride, composed by you and Junior Campbell, when this popped up in my notification box {or bell.} This is like music to my ears, with that jazzy tone, even with the live band feel. You most certainly have not lost your charm and talent, Mike O'Donnell. From- Sasha.
Wonderful to hear a re-do of this theme by one of the men who composed it! This does beg the question: do you still have the same synthesizers and other equipment you used when composing/recording the show’s iconic themes and melodies? If so, would you do a modern recreation using the same technology?
Mike O'Donnell do you still know how the original recordings were produced? If so, could you share that knowledge with others who want to attempt to recreate it?
I have heard many covers of this classic tune, but none have been able to match up to the brilliance of what you and Mr. Campbell have achieved. We as fans are very thankful to the both of you for reminding us why we love Thomas to begin with! I wish you both nothing but the best :)
This is an absolutely amazing retake. I've seen many people doing various retakes of the theme, but of course only the original master could nail a redo so perfectly!
Why can I only press the like button once!? I wish there was a love it button I could press infinitely! Thank you Mike O'Donnell, you have really blessed me and I can't thank you enough!
I'm gonna cry, this is absolutely amazing and I couldn't have asked for more. Thank you so much, you absolutely amazing person you. God, I love your work so much!
So glad to see you're still uploading. And thank you for making such beautiful music for Tugs and Thomas the tank engine. Both played a big part in my childhood
Mike And Junior Thank you for making my childhood so memorable. In my house growing up, your music was heard constantly! Thomas was one of the best parts of being a kid, and your music helped bring the show to life, and spark imagination. Thank you.
In one of those photos, I think that’s the Rev. W. Awdry right in the center, surrounded by the original creative team including Britt Allcroft, David Mitton, Steve Asquith, you, Junior Campbell & Sir Ringo Starr.
You are legendary this is probably the first music I remember hearing and is thus the most iconic from my perspective thank you for creating and recreating this beautiful music
#mikeodonnel you have brought back a great childhood memory to me if it hadnt been for the music by you and junior cambell Thomas would not have been a success
Good one, even though the original will always be the best. You should send these audio clips to Mattel and see if they should use them on their future Thomas Episodes.
Hi all, with all the changes coming up on You Tube I have decided to release the Thomas Themes on iTunes and Spotify etc. If it proves popular I will record more and release them the same way.
Here is the iTunes link itunes.apple.com/album/id14905 Here's the Spotify link open.spotify.com/album/5bYVhrX6aza3G8MWLnrHIf?si=T-HyRW9QTu62Qsx210QB4A
Hope everyone has a wonderful Christmas and a Happy New Year.
Mike O'Donnell Thank you, Mike.
That's awesome thanks mate you've been the soundtrack to a lot of us who grew up with the original Thomas series and your music scores are brilliant
Bless you sir! This is a wonderful find
Do you have a email, mike
@@Juvenizah Hi, it's mike@modmusic.co.uk
Simply wonderful.
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What started as just a theme for a children's show, became a timeless piece of music. :)
Well said
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Allow me to expand upon the original comment.
What started out as one or two stories for a young boy sick with measles has turned into an easily recognizable worldwide franchise with a dedicated fan base, that has its edges like any fan base does, many an ear worm of musical pieces that're as recognizable as the franchise itself, and the better part of a century's worth of memories tied to it.
You said it mate 👍.
This theme will just never get old
But it can always be newer every time
@@chucke.cheesesmichiganprod1254 Old is gold.
@@m4lmg-playmaker154 You can say that again as I'm vibin' to a song.
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Absolutely amazing! Thank you for sharing this with everyone!
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I agree with sidekick jason
You’re back! Thanks you for sharing your amazing work. You just made my day 🤠🔥
RORRO YOU'RE MY INSPIRATION
Si, está muy bien que se pueda usar públicamente, ThomasTnPProductions.
“Thomas is a tank engine, who lives at a big station on The island of Sodor.”
“He’s a cheeky little engine, with six small wheels, a short stumpy funnel, a short stumpy boiler and a short stumpy dome.”
"He is a fussy little engine too"
"Always pulling coaches ready for the big engines to take on long journeys"
“And when trains come in, he pulls the empty coaches away so that the big engines can go and rest”
Wake up lazy bones why don’t you go work hard like me
Caden Prisbe “‘Wake up, Lazybones! Do some hard work for a change! You can’t catch me!’ And off he ran, laughing.”
“One Morning, Thomas Wouldn’t Wake Up, His Driver and Fireman Couldn’t Make Him Start”
I don’t think anything will ever top the music you and Junior Campbell composed. Hearing this classic theme tune always puts a smile on my face. :)
Here here!
Heck yeah!
It puts a smile on my face to
This theme is absolutely timeless. I have students in school who recognize this instantly. Thank you!
A really useful work once again Mike! It certainly felt like a nostalgic train ride for most that can hum or sing to the iconic tune that you've recently recomposed.
I love the theme tune to 'Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends'. It will always have a place in my heart as it always makes me happy to hear it every time it comes on :) .
I was listening to your Terence theme yesterday and I said to myself I wish Mike O Donnell would upload again soon because I love his music so much. Now I see this today and looks my dream came true. I really enjoyed this as it brought back memories of the old days. I love the live band feel to it as well, I wonder what Donald and Douglas' theme would like this way. Any way thank you so much Mike. Have a good day.
This really made my day! I can't thank you enough for doing this classic theme tune! You put such a neat spin on it too to make it twice as catchy in that band style! Like, I can't believe that you re-recorded this too! You've still got it Mr. O'Donnell, keep up the awesome work with your music!
Musically, this is a masterpiece. Literally, the harmony is absolutely insane.
Mike, you spoil us.
It's like a re-arranged version for season 24.
Always a joy to listen to that excellent music of yours, Mike! You and Junior Campbell make a great team! :)
One of the worlds greatest theme songs ever. Thank you for sharing.
My god this is GREAT! Thank you for sharing this marvellous rerecord Mike! I honestly hope Mattel would use it for the current show.
Probably one of the most timeless themes to ever be created, without a doubt! Beautiful job m8!
Thanks for the comments.
We can all agree that nothing beats the Classics, and nothing is ever more fantastic than the original Classic Thomas the Tank Engine theme song. Brings a lot of nostalgia to me, and I never get tired of hearing this theme for as long as I live.
Thank you so much for uploading this Mike!
Mattel and the series creators really should think about rehiring you back as the composer for Thomas I think.
One minute I'm listening to Doom 2016's soundtrack, the next I'm listening to Thomas' theme song.
Nice
This sounds just amazing.
THANK YOU YOU ARE ONE OF THE MOST TALENTED PEOPLE ON THIS PLANET! BLESS YOU :)
Amazing work, sir! It’s so nice hearing the iconic theme of my favorite childhood show re-recorded just as good as the original!
-PSS
So glad you still upload you always manage to make my day and make me relive my childhood
Thank you.
I’m currently learning how to play the song on piano. It would be such a dedication to my childhood hero!
Thanks and good luck with the piano playing. You will always get invited to parties if you can play an instrument
Thank you Mike, without you and Junior we probably would've had a way different childhood.
It's nice to hear the theme recomposed in a similar fashion to how several people have recomposed it, but nice knowing it's by one of the original 2 musicians.
I have loved yours and Junior Campbell's work since I was 3. I'm 29 now going on 30 this January and this is pure bliss to my ears. I really wish you guys would release an album of all of your compositions on the show in HD quality. I would pay HUGE money for such a collection!
Thank you for bringing my childhood up and bright to this light of day!
That theme song was one of the first things I ever heard in my head and that's gonna stay with me no matter what.
I was just singing Come For The Ride, composed by you and Junior Campbell, when this popped up in my notification box {or bell.} This is like music to my ears, with that jazzy tone, even with the live band feel. You most certainly have not lost your charm and talent, Mike O'Donnell. From- Sasha.
Wonderful to hear a re-do of this theme by one of the men who composed it! This does beg the question: do you still have the same synthesizers and other equipment you used when composing/recording the show’s iconic themes and melodies? If so, would you do a modern recreation using the same technology?
Thanks for your comment - All the old equipment has long gone to the big recycling studio in the sky I'm afraid.
Robert I have a folder containing all the SFX of Thomas and they used a Roland Jupiter 6 for S1-2
Mike O'Donnell do you still know how the original recordings were produced? If so, could you share that knowledge with others who want to attempt to recreate it?
I have heard many covers of this classic tune, but none have been able to match up to the brilliance of what you and Mr. Campbell have achieved. We as fans are very thankful to the both of you for reminding us why we love Thomas to begin with! I wish you both nothing but the best :)
Thanks, so pleased you enjoyed it. All the best for the New Year.
This is an absolutely amazing retake. I've seen many people doing various retakes of the theme, but of course only the original master could nail a redo so perfectly!
And on my favorite day of the year too haha!
Why can I only press the like button once!? I wish there was a love it button I could press infinitely! Thank you Mike O'Donnell, you have really blessed me and I can't thank you enough!
It's really good to see you back again!
I love how you retained that classic endearing vibe of the original while adding in a new layer of quirkiness with those "Whistle" sounds.
This is so catchy, oh the childhood memories are coming back to me. Thanks for making my childhood with Thomas wonderful with your and Junior's music.
I'm not tearing up...not tearing up...DARNIT IM TEARING UP! This is too good!
So pleased you like it but don't shed a tear over it.
Mike O'Donnell I always respected your work with Junior, it’s always amazing to hear
Thank you for the music to my childhood.
I'm gonna cry, this is absolutely amazing and I couldn't have asked for more. Thank you so much, you absolutely amazing person you. God, I love your work so much!
I cant believe that the original composer of the show never forgot about him... Awesome
So glad to see you're still uploading.
And thank you for making such beautiful music for Tugs and Thomas the tank engine. Both played a big part in my childhood
Mike And Junior
Thank you for making my childhood so memorable. In my house growing up, your music was heard constantly! Thomas was one of the best parts of being a kid, and your music helped bring the show to life, and spark imagination. Thank you.
Thanks, so pleased you like the music
@@MikeODonnellcomposer my absolute pleasure!
You finally got your wish to rerecord it I guess. It's always such a pleasure to hear your music.
I LOVE IT!!! It will always remind me of the Classic Thomas The Tank Engine & Friends Series from 1-11
Thank you for y'all for my childhood 😊🤗
This is absolutely majestic, Mike!
YOU ARE TOO KIND TO US. 😭❤
This sounds absolutely amazing.
Just found out you had a channel a few seconds ago and I find this! Just uploaded as well. Love it so much!
u w u this takes me back to when i was young.
10/10
Ah... nothing like the classic theme that started it all.
If there's anybody who can give us a throwback to the classics, it's you, Mr. O'Donnell.
I love You and Junior's scores and songs!! I've been a Thomas fan ever since I was a kid and your music has inspired me. 🙏
YAY!!! nice one Mike O'Donnell
I LOVE IT!
Mike you are a legend... amazing work buddy and keep it up.
Gorgeous... just gorgeous!
I've always loved these remixes. It has all the sounds of the original show but sounds so much grander!
College is really stressful. This please my mood, thank you.
AMAZING! Thanks for this! I really wish they'd officially release all of your work from the original TV series.
Britt: It's just a show, don't go too hard with the music. Mike O'Donnell and Junior Cambell: (Setting every singe instrument in the room on fire.)
In one of those photos, I think that’s the Rev. W. Awdry right in the center, surrounded by the original creative team including Britt Allcroft, David Mitton, Steve Asquith, you, Junior Campbell & Sir Ringo Starr.
Ah he still lives on and still creates beautiful nostalgia music
The art
The music
Its just made my day!
Nothing is ever going to top realizing you've uploaded another great video
This sounds like if the intro and outro theme song was used in season 3 - 7 of Thomas & Friends.
Well done for composing this music
Love It Mike! This Was An Amazing Piece That Suits The Character So Well!
Hope we enjoy it? Mr. O'Donnell, we always enjoy your music and uploads!!! You can dance to this!!!
Beautiful!
Amazing rendition of this classic theme!
Stellar job!
Thanks for putting a smile back on my face! The modern TTTE is a raging dumpster fire, but it’s good to remember the good oil’ classic era!
This is really amazing.
I love those horns. This is fantastic. Thank you.
You don't know how happy this makes me to hear this! Thank you so much for making my day!! :D
Beautiful and wonderful!
That's my childhood right there wish we could download the classics like that. Please do the Scottish twins theme
You never cease to amaze me with your talent. Best wishes.
You are legendary this is probably the first music I remember hearing and is thus the most iconic from my perspective thank you for creating and recreating this beautiful music
Hi Patrick, thanks for the kind words, much appreciated and so pleased you like the music.
Thank you Mike for making this amazing music for the Thomas and friends TV series.
You made my day better
Your music with of course Junior Campbell is the most memorable in my mind
Omg it sounds soooo good. I wish they still used this theme song for the new intros of Thomas and Friends.
#mikeodonnel you have brought back a great childhood memory to me if it hadnt been for the music by you and junior cambell Thomas would not have been a success
I love this! Brings back so many memories!
Now this is it chief!
I really like the beginning of the theme it so catchy
I wish you were still the composer of the modern series. I love your music, it brings back memories when i was a little kid.
Thanks for your kind words
@@MikeODonnellcomposer thank you for my childhood 😉
This sounds awesome Mike! :D 👍
Good one, even though the original will always be the best. You should send these audio clips to Mattel and see if they should use them on their future Thomas Episodes.
What started as a train’s theme, became a legend for his first seven seasons. Amazing work Mike! Although I’m only 10
This just makes me want the originals back so bad
Mike, I have a question.
When the adventure begins was realising did you and junior do music or not?
Hi, They used some of our music in it but they rerecorded it and we were not actively involved in the production. Have a happy Christmas
Mike O'Donnell I’m just glad that they used your original themes for that special.
You are the person who made my favorite train’s music legendary, along with Junior Campbell.
Thanks, good to know.
@@MikeODonnellcomposer np also season 1 was legendary
The only true remix of the original one. Sir, this rules =)
Dang, this is awesome! Thank you for sharing this!
Wow, an honour indeed.