Fantastic footage from a bygone era set to F1's new music theme!

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Formula 1 has offered itself a musical theme, the fruit of the creative mind of talented Hollywood composer Brian Tyler.

Last week, we detailed the inspiration and writing process behind Tyler's work which was recorded by the London Philarmonic.

Yesterday, the 45-year-old composer posted his epic composition on Twitter, but married to some of the most memorable moments of Formula 1's modern era.

The sound and sights come together to form a larger-than-life canvas, interlaced with memories of victory, defeat, glory and misfortune.

Don't miss this voluptuous work of musical art and F1 history!

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Phillip van Osten

Motor racing was a backdrop from the outset in Phillip van Osten's life. Born in Southern California, Phillip grew up with the sights and sounds of fast cars thanks to his father, Dick van Osten, an editor and writer for Auto Speed and Sport and Motor Trend. Phillip's passion for racing grew even more when his family moved to Europe and he became acquainted with the extraordinary world of Grand Prix racing. He was an early contributor to the monthly French F1i Magazine, often providing a historic or business perspective on Formula 1's affairs. In 2012, he co-authored along with fellow journalist Pierre Van Vliet the English-language adaptation of a limited edition book devoted to the great Belgian driver Jacky Ickx. He also authored "The American Legacy in Formula 1", a book which recounts the trials and tribulations of American drivers in Grand Prix racing. Phillip is also a commentator for Belgian broadcaster Be.TV for the US Indycar series.