Alison GoldfrappPop duo Goldfrapp are in talks to record the title track for the new James Bond film Casino Royale.

The film’s musical director David Arnold is apparently as excited by the prospect as bandmembers Alison Goldfrapp and Will Gregory are themselves.

A source revealed yesterday: “Alison and Will are absolutely thrilled. Nothing has been signed yet, but they’re the hot favourites.”

“They’re a slightly cooler choice than you’d expect, but producers are determined to make Casino Royale the edgiest Bond yet to appeal to younger people.”

“To be asked to contribute to the soundtrack is one thing, but to record the title song is on a different scale in terms of prestige. This will take the band to a whole new level.”