"Green Ice" is an album by English musician Bill Wyman, who was a longtime bassist for the Rolling Stones. This album serves as a soundtrack for the 1981 adventure film of the same name, "Green Ice," directed by Ernest Day and starring Ryan O'Neal and Anne Archer.
The majority of the album is composed of instrumental pieces written and performed by Wyman, showcasing his considerable skill not only as a bassist but also as a solo artist. The album is one of several soundtracks that Wyman composed in the 1980s, a departure from his typical rock and roll style with the Rolling Stones. The soundtrack complements the film's narrative which is centered around emerald smuggling, and is filled with romantic, exotic, and thrilling soundscapes that mirror the movie's plot twists.
The album's standout track is "Si, Si, Je Suis un Rock Star," which became a top hit in the UK charts, demonstrating Wyman's ability to branch out successfully as a solo artist outside of the Rolling Stones. "Green Ice" is noted for taking a more electronic, synthesizer-driven direction that was typical of the music soundtracks of this particular era.
In addition to Wyman's contributions, the album also features performances from a few other notable musicians, including guitarist Terry Taylor and drummer Martin Ditcham. Although the film didn't make a significant impact critically, the soundtrack was praised for its fusion of different styles and unique sound.
