Strictly Soundtracks

The Strictly team again bring a mixtape show for yor listening pleasure (or joy). THis time our host John is joined by his film-buff friend Chris to play some of the soundtracks they both own. We hear music from films such as Orlando, Tomb Raider, Sweet & Sour, Stranger Things and Until The End Of the World. Artists such as U2, Kate Bush, Depeche Mode, Jimmy Somerville and Deborah Conway. The...

The Strictly Soundtracks team take you back to the craziness of the 1996 movie Trainspotting, directed by Danny Boyle. One of the most iconic soundtracks ever, featuring Underworld, of course, plus Blur, Lou Reed, Iggy Pop, New Order, Heaven 17 and many more. The post Trainspotting appeared first on Strictly Soundtracks .

This episode of Strictly Soundtracks takes a stab at the music behind the 2000 satire American Psycho. With an ’80s playlist as sharp as Patrick Bateman’s designer suits, the polished, upbeat sounds of Huey Lewis and the News, Phil Collins, and Katrina and the Waves take on a more sinister tone when paired with the film’s iconic imagery. A killer soundtrack for an iconic film.  T...

The Strictly Soundtracks team explores the nine-part streaming series Pluribus , unpacking its story, themes and, of course, its soundtrack. The playlist is as offbeat and strange as the show itself, featuring music from Judas Priest and Sade to   Dinah Washington , Sheryl Crow and … (yikes!) Baltimora . The post Pluribus appeared first on Strictly Soundtracks .

The Strictly Soundtracks team travel back to the 1990s to explore gay cinema of the era. We revisit Australian queer classics ( The Sum of Us , Head On ), coming-of-age dramas ( Beautiful Thing , The Edge of Seventeen ), indie favourites ( The Living End ), and Hollywood flicks ( Flawless , To Wong Foo …). The accompanying playlist is just as diverse as the films, with artists ranging from T...

In a special International Women’s Day edition of Strictly Soundtracks, the team turns up the volume to celebrate Lilith Fair: Building a Mystery . The documentary traces the rise of the groundbreaking all-female festival, founded by Sarah McLachlan. The tour swept across North America in the late 90s and forever changed the music scene for female artists. Our two-hour playlist honours the v...

This week on Strictly Soundtracks , we clean up The Housemaid , a twisty erotic thriller starring Sydney Sweeney and Amanda Seyfried. Beyond its killer plot, the film boasts a razor-sharp soundtrack featuring pop superstars Kelly Clarkson, Lana Del Rey, Taylor Swift and Sabrina Carpenter. The post The Housemaid appeared first on Strictly Soundtracks .

This week, Glenn and Paul rewind to the 90s, a time when cinema met the dance floor. We’re revisiting the big movie ballads and iconic tunes that were reworked and remixed into hands-in-the-air anthems. With a back-to-back diva playlist that includes Whitney Houston, Madonna, Gloria Estefan and Diana Ross, we’re celebrating the songs that defined a decade of cinema and turned up the he...

The Strictly Soundtracks team dive into the rhythm, restless energy and music of Marty Supreme , the new film starring Timothée Chalamet as a ping pong-playing hustler who dreams of being a world champion. Although set in the 1950s, the soundtrack is powered by a collection of 80s synth-pop legends, including New Order, Tears for Fears, and Peter Gabriel.  Like the titular character, the soundtrac...

Where do you stand on movie biopics? Formulaic or fabulous? This week, the Strictly Soundtracks team dives into the hotly debated music biopic genre, exploring the films and Oscar-winning performances of Reese Witherspoon and Barbra Streisand, alongside the music and life stories of Aretha Franklin, Elton John, Billie Holiday, Bob Dylan and Johnny Cash. The post Music Biopics appeared first on Str...

Strictly Soundtracks dives into TV’s most buzzed-about series, Heated Rivalry. The six-part drama follows two professional hockey players whose on-ice rivalry ignites a secret, high-stakes romance.  With its charismatic leads, steamy storytelling, and eclectic soundtrack featuring indie pop and up-and-coming artists, the series has quickly built a devoted fan base. The post Heated Rivalry ap...

The Strictly Soundtracks team are jingling their bells, decking the halls and donning gay apparel to celebrate the music of Christmas movies. From The Ramones to Whitney Houston, Wham and The Muppets, Glenn, John and Paul unwrap a festive playlist packed with holiday favourites. The post Christmas Movies appeared first on Strictly Soundtracks .

To close out the year, the Strictly Soundtracks team looks back on 2025 and their favourite movies and music. From One Battle After Another to Sinners , Caught Stealing and standout documentaries, Glenn, John and Paul reflect on the movies — and soundtracks — that defined the year. The post 2025 in Review appeared first on Strictly Soundtracks .

The Strictly Soundtracks team dive into the cover versions used in films. Some are classics reimagined, some are quirky oddities and some — actually most — ended up outshining the original versions. With a playlist that includes Cher, Kylie Minogue, k.d lang and Jessica Simpson, the episode spans various film genres and musical styles to celebrate the power of a great reinterpretation....

The Strictly Soundtracks team dives into the soundtrack to the six-part streaming series, The Girlfriend . Starring Robin Wright as an overprotective mother who’s wary of her son’s new partner (Olivia Wood), the psychological thriller includes music from The Kinks, Blackpink, Diana Ross, The Buzzcocks, Can, Carole King and Australian duo Royel Otis. The post The Girlfriend appeared fir...

This week, the Strictly Soundtracks team slip on the Ruby Slippers and follow the Yellow Brick Road into the wonderful world of Oz. Glenn, John and Paul journey from the iconic 1939 original starring Judy Garland,  through the twisted history of the Broadway musical The Wiz and into the Australian heartland for 1976’s oddity, Oz: A Rock and Roll Road Movie . Along the way, they celebrate Dav...

Glenn and Paul strap on their sparkliest roller-skates to travel back to 1980 and dive into the soundtracks of two camp classics, Can’t Stop the Music and Xanadu. We explore the chaotic productions, the critical backlash and, of course, the iconic music, featuring tracks by the Village People, the Ritchie Family, Olivia Newton-John and Electric Light Orchestra. The post Can’t Stop&#823...

Just in time for Halloween, Glenn, John and Paul explore the soundtracks of scary movies. The haunting playlist includes  tracks from American Psycho, Silence of the Lambs, Scream and Bram Stoker’s Dracula, as well as the truly terrifying (for other reasons) I Still Know What You Did Last Summer. It’s a spine-tingling trip through musical mayhem. The post Halloween appeared first on St...

This week on Strictly Soundtracks, we’re diving into the music of Boots, the hit TV series about a closeted gay teenager who enlists in the US Marines in 1990. The show’s packed with late-’80s and early-’90s classics, from Bananarama and the Go-Go’s to Wilson Phillips, Sade and Queen. We unpack how these tracks shape the story, set the mood, and capture a moment in history when LGBTQ Americans wer...

The Strictly Soundtracks team laces up their ballet shoes and leaps into Billy Elliot, the toe-tapping, tear-jerking, tap-dancing triumph turning 25 this year! Anchored by an award-winning performance by a young Jamie Bell, it’s a coming-of-age story packed with grit, grace, and just the right amount of humour. And we’re here to break it all down, one pirouette at a time. The post Billy Elliot app...

To celebrate the 20th anniversary of Brokeback Mountain,  the Strictly Soundtracks team takes a look back at two decades of queer cinema. Spanning a wide range of genres — from offbeat comedies and heartfelt romances to poignant coming-of-age dramas and devastating love stories — the team explores the most impactful LGBTQIA+ films and the unforgettable music that brought them to life. With a playl...

This week, the Strictly Soundtracks team returns to the mirror ball to explore how three movies released in the late 1990s brought the grooves and glamour of the ’70s back to the big screen. We dive into Boogie Nights, The Last Days of Disco and 54, three movies that gave the disco era a glittery reboot for a new generation. With a playlist spanning everything from Grace Jones and Diana Ross...

John, Glenn and Paul are putting on their Boogie Shoes, sparking a Disco Inferno and declaring You Should Be Dancing as they dive into the Saturday Night Fever soundtrack. How Deep is Your Love for this iconic 1977 musical? The disco era is Staying Alive as the Strictly Soundtracks team start Jive Talkin’ about John Travolta, the Bee Gees and… Tavares? The post Saturday Night Fever app...

This week on Strictly Soundtracks, we’re talking all things Kpop Demon Hunters . Step into the neon-lit streets of supernatural Seoul, where pounding K-pop beats, fierce choreography and demon-slaying style collide. This isn’t your typical K-drama — it’s a high-octane blend of action, mythology and music with a soundtrack you’ll have on repeat. The post Kpop Demon Hunters appeared first on Strictl...

This week, the Strictly Soundtracks team turns back the clock to 1985 and explores the films and soundtracks that are turning 40 this year. It’s the year that gave movie lovers such classics as Beverly Hills Cop, Back to the Future, The Color Purple and The Breakfast Club. In looking back on 1985, we also have the chance to celebrate the 40th birthday of our beloved Strictly Soundtracks co-h...