Airheads
An all-star cast led by Brendan Fraser took the fictional KPPX radio station hostage in the 1994 comedy called Airheads. With very few actual music scenes in the film, we depend heavily on references and vibes but get a…
Rock N' Roll Theatre
Ever wondered what happens when the rebellious spirit of rock music crashes into the world of cinema? That's the central question driving Rock N' Roll Theatre, a podcast where hosts Jon and Mark dig into the messy, glorious, and often hilarious intersection of film and amplified guitars. This isn't just a review show; it's a deep dive into movies where the soundtrack is a central character, from iconic biopics and gritty documentaries to fictional tales where rock 'n' roll provides the heartbeat. In each episode, they pick apart a specific film, analyzing not just its cinematic merits but the cultural moment it captures and the music that defines it. You'll hear them debate whether a film truly understands the music it portrays, celebrate hidden gems, and good-naturedly argue over legendary flops. The conversation naturally flows between filmmaking technique, historical context, and pure musical appreciation, all delivered with the easy rapport of two friends who love talking about movies and the records that score them. Tune into this podcast for thoughtful, engaging discussions that are as much about the power of a great riff as they are about camera angles and plot. Rock N' Roll Theatre is for anyone who's ever left a movie theater humming a soundtrack and pondering how a few chords can elevate a story on screen.
Episodes
School of Rock
Can an illegitimate substitute teacher transform a class of fifth grade students into a rock n' roll band ready to compete at Battle of The Bands? That's a question nobody asked, but in 2003, audiences were treated to Sc…
Judgment Night
Four friends on the run from a street gang in downtown Chicago is the story line for the movie Judgment Night from 1993. This story line has nothing to do with music. However, the soundtrack that accompanied this film fe…
Thrashin'
Southern California was the centre of the universe for skateboarding when Thrashin' delivered a skate-inspired gang war to the big screen in 1986. Featuring pros like Tony Hawk, Tony Alva, Steve Caballero and Lance Mount…
Drumline
Marching band culture finally got the feature film it had been waiting for with Drumline in 2002, starring Nick Cannon. Audiences were treated to incredible musical performances with high production value, wrapped into a…
Rock of Ages
Glam rock from the 1980s provides almost all of the source material for the 2012 film called Rock of Ages. Based on a musical of the same name, we find ourselves in a world mirroring the Los Angeles nightlife during thos…
Walk The Line
The life of American country music star Johnny Cash hit the big screen in 2005 with Walk The Line. An absolute beast at the box office, this film is one of the highest grossing musical biopics in history, and won more th…
Josie and the Pussycats
In 2001, the corporatization of the music industry was at an all-time high. With CD sales headed towards their peak, Josie and the Pussycats fought off subliminal messages being embedded directly into their recordings by…
The Harder They Come
Jimmy Cliff brought reggae music to worldwide audiences when he starred in the 1972 film called The Harder They Come. Backed by an outstanding soundtrack that featured many first-wave ska and reggae classics, this was a…
Almost Famous
What could be more coveted than a spot on the cover of Rolling Stone magazine in 1973? Almost Famous documented how a teenage journalist was able to tag along with a fictional heavy rock band called Stillwater while thei…
