Sonic Serial

by Jesse Castro & Marc Fernandez

Music Commentary Music Interviews

Season 4

Spice Girl's Spice Album Intro, Wannabe, Say You'll Be There, and 2 Become 1

In this episode, we take a sharp left turn and head into the world of Brit Pop's biggest girl band, Spice Girls. We discuss the messages, videos, and fun trivia behind their hit songs, Wannabe, Say You'll Be There, and 2 Become 1. Featuring music by Sia’ara and Andrew Lux intro/outro music by Sinewave (sinevvave.bandcamp.com)

Air's Pocket Symphony Album Finish, Photograph, Mer Du Japon, Lost Message, Somewhere Between Waking and Sleeping, Redhead Girl, and Night Sight

In this episode we wrap up Air's "Pocket Symphony" and discuss the production, the cultural impact, and some wonderful drink pairings. Check it out. Featuring music by Silver-X, Marco Montagnini, Jack Red, Ananastasie, Charles Phily, and gattobus intro/outro music by Sinewave (sinevvave.bandcamp.com)

Air's Pocket Symphony Album Intro, Space Maker, Once Upon a Time, One Hell of a Party, Napalm Love, Mayfair Song, and Left Bank

In this episode we discuss Air's fourth album and how it infuses Japanese elements into their sound to create their most mature piece of work. intro/outro music by Sinewave (sinevvave.bandcamp.com)

Season 3

Sinewave's The Impersonation - Full Album Exclusive

In this episode, we (try to) take a deep dive into Sinewave's (aka Jesse) 2019 album, The Impersonation. We discuss how this album is a satirical dark take on Los Angeles, the city of dreams and let downs. Album available here: https://sinevvave.bandcamp.com/album/the-impersonation Here is the complimentary playlist of major influences: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUXCLoqv60RRRQodEDdpH6lq1uWC37gYw intro/outro music by Sinewave (sinevvave.bandcamp.com)

Radiohead's OK Computer, No Surprises, Lucky, and The Tourist

In this episode we finish our discussion on one of the most iconic albums of the nineties. Featuring music by Julian Banger, ElvioMV, and Mister Barnabus intro/outro music by Sinewave (sinevvave.bandcamp.com)

Radiohead's OK Computer, Karma Police, Fitter Happier, Electioneering, and Climbing Up the Walls

In this episode we talk politics, paranoia, and the pursuit of happiness. Featuring music by Eigenartig, DJ Vibekiller, and TC intro/outro music by Sinewave (sinevvave.bandcamp.com)

Radiohead's OK Computer, Subterranean Homesick Alien, Exit Music (For A Film), and Let Down

In this episode we discuss aliens, Romeo and Juliet, and the disappointment of travel. Includes music by Common Creation and Khen, Intro/outro music by Sinewave (sinevvave.bandcamp.com)

Radiohead's OK Computer Album Intro, Airbag, and Paranoid Android

We are back with a new album and it's better than OK. In this episode we discuss Radiohead's third album from 1997, OK Computer, it's opening tracks, and all the premillennial tension that went into it.

Björk's Homogenic, Alarm Call, Pluto, and All Is Full of Love

In this episode we discuss the concluding tracks of Homogenic and get deeply philosophical about music's healing power, catharsis, and love. intro/outro music by Sinewave (sinevvave.bandcamp.com)

Björk's Homogenic, All Neon Like, 5 Years, and Immature

In this episode we discuss the realness of Bjork's relationships and everything else behind the song, All Neon Like, 5 Years, and Immature. intro/outro music by Sinewave (sinevvave.bandcamp.com)

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