Music, Movies & Madness

This week Ian and the crew find themselves stranded on an island somewhere deep in the pacific, with very little but the records in their sleeves (ha...see what I did there!).

On the show, a glorious throwback to when the silver screen dazzled and television soared in technicolor brilliance! We're beaming you back to 1968—where the King commands the stage with his mesmerizing '68 Comeback Special, crooning and swaying into the hearts of a generation. We also speed through the steep, suspenseful streets of San Francisco with the epitome of cool, Steve McQueen, in the exh...

1968, a pivotal year in music, witnessed the debut of Taj Mahal with their self-titled blues-steeped album. They shared the stage with The Kinks who released The Village Green Preservation Society that year and contributed significantly to the era's soundscape with their unique rock flair. Ogden's Nut Gone Flake by The Small Faces delivered a whimsical psychedelic experience, exhibiting their narr...

In this week's episode, Ian finds himself in all sorts of bother with Glen, as we highlight songs, albums, and shows that we believe deserve a shout-out for no reason other than they rock our world. Enjoy!

On this week's show, Martyn and Ian discuss the inspiration behind the songwriting and production of their recent releases. Martyn introduces his new EP released under the pseudonym "They Walk Among Us", while Ian showcases his new LP "Shadowbox." Enjoy!

On the show, we're gearing up to delve deep into a realm where satire meets stellar warfare! Prepare to be warped into the ludicrous universe of "Spaceballs", where comedy meets intergalactic shenanigans. From there, we steer our starship to relive the glory and nostalgia of "The Last Starfighter", where playing vieo games can get you a gig of a lifetime! Hold tight, as we're not stopping there! W...

On the show we venture into the celestial realms etched into song by legendary artists. That's right- songs that have an outer-space theme to them. We have tracks from Tori Amos, Zager & Evans, Frank Sinatra, Oasis and Soundgarden to name just a few. Join us as we traverse the musical universe, bringing you closer to the stars through song. Enjoy!

On the show, we delve into the careers of those one-hit wonder actors who've graced iconic films and TV series. From Star Wars to The NeverEnding Story, The Original Batman TV Seriesto Cobra Kai. Tune in as we unravel the enigmatic journeys of these actors whose stars shone brightly while they lasted.

In this epsiode, where "sugar, sugar", isn't just a sweet refrain but a call to the golden times, we invite you to groove with us as we delve deep into the genre of the one hit wonder! "Now you're just somebody that I used to know," but here, we rekindle the old flames with the tunes that once had us dancing at "the end of the road" cos "we can dance if we want to". So, join us, as we ask the musi...

In this episode, we're boots and all into the movies of 1993—a year that showcased the expansive reach of cinema. We'll start with the heartwarming, cross-country romance of "Sleepless in Seattle", where destiny plays matchmaker for Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan. Then, brace yourself, we journey into the off-beat and unsettling world of "Bad Boy Bubby", an Australian film that challenges conventions and...

1993 wasn't just a year; it was a magical fusion of sounds that defined an era. Get lost in the haunting melodies of The Cranberries, who bridged post-punk, ethereal wave, and pop in a fashion that's still inimitable today. Björk's 'Debut' contained an ethereal soundscape where avant-garde met pop in a groundbreaking fusion that still sounds fresh today. The raw, grunge-tinted waters of The Breede...

On the show we pick four fab albums from the year 2010. We have the electric vibes of 'Passive Me, Aggressive You' by The Naked & Famous. Then, journey onward with the heart-tugging chords of Train's 'Save Me, San Francisco'. As we transition, allow Beach House's 'Teen Dream' to cocoon you in its dreamy embrace (as you pass out on the couch) and just as you think you've heard it all, Dear Hunt...

This episode, we’re delving deep into the cinematic wonders of 2010—a year that gifted us diverse masterpieces. From the heartfelt Kiwi classic 'Boy', which warmed our hearts and made us laugh, to the gothic romance of 'Jane Eyre'. And who can forget the eccentric hilarity of 'Dinner for Schmucks'? Of course, we'll also touch upon the polarizing dream within a dream epic—'Inception'. Controversial...

A musical score can make or break a movie! On the show, journey with us- we have Pirates, martial arts magic from 'Once Upon a Time in China,' groove to the electrifying beats of 'The Blues Brothers,' experience the unique twist of Faith No More on 'Midnight Cowboy's' theme, and lose yourself in the atmospheric tones of 'Blade Runner.' And remember, listeners, stick around till the end for a chanc...

Delve into the rich tapestry of instrumental hits that have shaped the musical landscape over the years. From the iconic twangy guitars of The Shadows, who defined a generation, to the sophisticated jazz rhythms of the Dave Brubeck Quartet. Remember the electrifying 'Telstar' by The Tornadoes, a track that seemed like it was beamed from space during the '60s? Journey through the southern rock blue...

It's the late 80's/ early 90's and we're hunched over our tape deck putting together our mixed tape for a crush! Can we redeem ourselves with our carefully selected mix tape of songs or will we be laughed down the street? Anything could happen, and pretty much it does! Enjoy!

It's the late 80's/ early 90's and we're hunched over our tape deck putting together our mixed tape for a crush! Will our woo'ing work or will we be laughed down the street? Anything could happen, and pretty much it does! Enjoy!

On the show, we turn the dial back to 1966 - a transformative year in the world of music- although band names would'n have you thinking so! We'll be journeying through the soulful harmonies of 'The Supremes', 'The Monkees', 'The Kinks', 'The Spencer Davis Group' plus a whole lotta non 'The' bands and artists. Enjoy!

On the show, we dial back the clocks to 1966 - a pivotal year in screen entertainment. We'll delve deep into the miniature realms of 'Fantastic Voyage', racing adrenaline will be soaring high as we tackle the enthralling 'Grand Prix'. Shifting gears to television, we are beaming aboard the USS Enterprise, exploring strange new worlds with the ground-breaking TV series 'Star Trek'. Check out this a...

We review a very ecelectic bunch of music released in the first half of 2023. Lil Yachty, Jenny Lewis, Caroline Polachek, The Cactus Blossoms, Soft Plastics, Everything But The Girl, Joe Bonamassa & Beth Hart, Boygenius, Margo Price. They're all here! Enjoy.

On the show we review some of our favourite screen entertainment from the first half of 2023. We have everything from Dungeons & Dragons to Star Trek, Pokemon to Harrison Ford. It's here in this jam packed lil episode. Enjoy

It's 50 years since Queen released its first album and we're celebrating with our favourite hits, deep cuts and live perfromances. In Part 2 we celebrate some of their deep cuts and live tracks and discuss what why they're special to us.

It's 50 years since Queen released its first album and we're celebrating with our favourite hits, deep cuts and live perfromances. In Part 1 we celebrate some of their hits and discuss what why they're special to us.

Embark with us on an enchanting journey through New Zealand's splendid North Island, from Auckland across the Bay of Plenty to the mighty East Coast and then down the Hawkes Bay and Wairarapa before arriving back at where it all began in Wellington. We'll share some of our fav spots and sounds with you along the way as you experience the sheer beauty of NZ with the Music, Movies & Madness crew...

Embark with us on an enchanting journey through New Zealand's splendid North Island, from Wellington up to New Plymouth and then on to Auckland where we'll share some of our fav spots and sounds with you. Experience the sheer beauty of NZ with the Music, Movies & Madness crew.