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PODCAST

Sonic Serial

Jesse Castro & Marc Fernandez

Sonic Serial is a bi-weekly podcast that takes a deep dive into some of the most groundbreaking alternative, indie, electronic & avant-garde albums, track by track. Your hosts are Jesse Castro, a musician, producer & recording artist, and Marc Fernandez, a scientist and music lover. Our sometimes irreverent podcast offers analysis, background, perspective, and opinion about the artist"s inspiration, motivation, and context behind each track. Upcoming episodes will feature albums by artists such

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All Episodes

59:18

Stanley Kubrick's A Clockwork Orange Soundtrack

Sonic Serial ·

2025/02/02

In this very special episode, we discuss the soundtrack to Stanley Kubrick's iconic film, A Clockwork Orange, how it came to be, and how it continues to influence art and culture today. intro/outro music by Sinewave (sinevvave.bandcamp.com)

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52:31

Radiohead's Kid A, Idioteque, Morning Bell, and...

Sonic Serial ·

2024/12/29

In this episode we wrap up the journey that is Kid A and discuss the album's final songs, including the little surprise at the very end. It gets heavy as we talk about crying, Christmas horror stories, and messy humans. Featuring music by Buff Correll and the Calgary Stampede Band. intro/outro music by Sinewave (sinevvave.bandcamp.com)

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50:24

Radiohead's Kid A, How to Disappear Completely,...

Sonic Serial ·

2024/12/20

In this episode we discuss the ondes martenot, ambient music, social imbalance, and jokes about disappearing and being in limbo. hope you enjoy.Featuring music by Ane Brun, Obstinator, OJC, and Avracar. intro/outro music by Sinewave (sinevvave.bandcamp.com)

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58:00

Radiohead's Kid A Album Intro, Everything in Its...

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2024/12/13

We are back to bring some holiday cheer with Radiohead's fourth seminal album, Kid A. We discuss our interpretations, dreams, and fears. Featuring music by Ekcisco, GIGAMESH, and dangerDANintro/outro music by Sinewave (sinevvave.bandcamp.com)

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54:18

Björk's Vespertine, Heirloom, Harm of Will, and Unison

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2024/11/12

In this episode, we discuss the conclusion of Vespertine and how it all creates a fine little story. featuring music by Ridu, Dark Jedi, Butt Midler, Electric Dandelion, and Nebulas Beyondintro/outro music by Sinevvave

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47:48

Björk's Vespertine, Frosti, Aurora, An Echo a Stain,...

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2024/10/31

In this episode we discuss the midway tracks leading up to the icy end of this magical album known as Bjork's Vespertine. Check it out. Includes music by Robbie Torres, ☆, †Я▲СΣS ❍F GΗ❍5†5, Luke Chable, and everlxstintro/outro music by Sinewave (sinevvave.bandcamp.com)

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45:10

Björk's Vespertine, It's Not Up to You, Undo, and...

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2024/10/21

In this episode we discuss a few magical tracks from Bjork's fourth album and it gets scandalous. featuring music by Stornoway, Further Seems Forever, and Neonparadis3intro/outro music by Sinewave (sinevvave.bandcamp.com)

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52:22

Björk's Vespertine Album Intro, Hidden Place and Cocoon

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2024/10/13

In this episode we discuss how Bjork came to make an album about intimacy and domestic bliss and how she wrote songs like Hidden Place and Cocoon. Join us on this journey. Intro/outro music by Sinewave (sinevvave.bandcamp.com)

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45:18

Spice Girl's Spice Album Finish, Love Thing, Last...

Sonic Serial ·

2024/10/07

We got a new guest! My cousin, Nicole, sits down with us to discuss everything about Spice Girls' first album. So have a good time and get spicy with us. featuring music by Smooth Paul (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ExxMjh0slwU), Stan O, JimmyLo's And Spice Dynamiteintro/outro music by Sinewave (sinevvave.bandcamp.com)

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51:18

Spice Girl's Spice Album Intro, Wannabe, Say You'll...

Sonic Serial ·

2024/09/19

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 Luxintro/outro music by Sinewave (sinevvave.bandcamp.com)

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62:42

Air's Pocket Symphony Album Finish, Photograph, Mer...

Sonic Serial ·

2024/09/09

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 gattobusintro/outro music by Sinewave (sinevvave.bandcamp.com)

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51:06

Air's Pocket Symphony Album Intro, Space Maker, Once...

Sonic Serial ·

2024/08/30

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)

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65:50

Sinewave's The Impersonation - Full Album Exclusive

Sonic Serial ·

2024/08/29

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-impersonationHere is the complimentary playlist of major influences: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUXCLoqv60RRRQodEDdpH6lq1uWC37gYwintro/outro music by Sinewave (sinevvave.bandcamp.com)

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60:39

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

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2024/08/25

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 Barnabusintro/outro music by Sinewave (sinevvave.bandcamp.com)

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82:02

Radiohead's OK Computer, Karma Police, Fitter...

Sonic Serial ·

2024/08/20

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

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63:36

Radiohead's OK Computer, Subterranean Homesick Alien,...

Sonic Serial ·

2024/07/28

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)

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50:29

Radiohead's OK Computer Album Intro, Airbag, and...

Sonic Serial ·

2024/07/18

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.

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64:50

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

Sonic Serial ·

2024/07/16

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)

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62:26

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

Sonic Serial ·

2024/07/10

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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58:56

Björk's Homogenic, Jóga, Unravel, and Bachelorette

Sonic Serial ·

2024/07/03

In this episode we discuss a few of Bjork's more iconic tracks. intro/outro music by Sinewave (sinevvave.bandcamp.com)

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