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Jesse Castro & Marc Fernandez

Sonic Serial

A Music Commentary , Music and Music Interviews podcast Explicit

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About the show

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 as Bjork, Radiohead, AIR, and Portishead.

Newest episodes

Bjork B-Sides Part Two

1 hr 25 min

In this episode, we complete our Bjork B-Sides journey and discuss all the wonderful songs that weren't on her albums. So join us as we go from flamenco heartbreak to Moomin adventures. And if you want to make the cocktail for this episode, it is called the Sod Off & Sip. You’ll need an ounce of gin, an ounce of Spanish sweet vermouth, half an ounce of fino sherry, a quarter ounce of elderflower liqueur, and two dashes of grapefruit bitters. Stir it all with ice, then strain over a big ice cube. Squeeze a strip of lemon peel over the glass. If you’re feeling fancy, lightly scorch a sprig of rosemary, blow it out, and put it on the rim. intro/outro music by Sinewave (sinevvave.bandcamp.com)

Arca's Kick I Album

1 hr 20 min

Today, we are discussing Arca's fourth album, Kick I. It's a journey through electronic music, Spanish music, gender identity, and breaking out of categories. intro/outro music by Sinewave (sinevvave.bandcamp.com)

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Bjork B-Sides Part Two

1 hr 25 min

In this episode, we complete our Bjork B-Sides journey and discuss all the wonderful songs that weren't on her albums. So join us as we go from flamenco heartbreak to Moomin adventures. And if you want to make the cocktail for this episode, it is called the Sod Off & Sip. You’ll need an ounce of gin, an ounce of Spanish sweet vermouth, half an ounce of fino sherry, a quarter ounce of elderflower liqueur, and two dashes of grapefruit bitters. Stir it all with ice, then strain over a big ice cube. Squeeze a strip of lemon peel over the glass. If you’re feeling fancy, lightly scorch a sprig of rosemary, blow it out, and put it on the rim. intro/outro music by Sinewave (sinevvave.bandcamp.com)

Arca's Kick I Album

1 hr 20 min

Today, we are discussing Arca's fourth album, Kick I. It's a journey through electronic music, Spanish music, gender identity, and breaking out of categories. intro/outro music by Sinewave (sinevvave.bandcamp.com)

Radiohead B-Sides Part Two

56 min

In this episode, we discuss Radiohead's B-Sides released circa 95 through 96 aka The Bends era. Enjoy our nonsense. intro/outro by Sinewave (sinevvave.bandcamp.com)

Portishead's Second Album

1 hr 11 min

In this episode, we discuss Portishead's 1997 self titled second album, its impact, and its legacy. Featuring music by 6Blocc, The Genie, and Daniel J Thompson Intro/outro music by Sinewave (sinevvave.bandcamp.com)

William Shakespeare's Romeo + Juliet: Music from the Motion Picture

2 hr 6 min

In this episode, we are paying tribute to the 30th anniversary of one of the coolest soundtracks ever. Filled with iconic nineties alternative and pop hits, the Romeo + Juliet soundtrack continues to bless our ears til this day and we are excited to discuss it all. intro/outro music by Sinewave (sinevvave.bandcamp.com)

Air B-Sides Part Two

1 hr 1 min

In this episode, we finish our discussion on french band AIR's b-sides throughout their career. Intro/Outro music by Sinewave (sinevvave.bandcamp.com)

New Order's Technique Album

1 hr 15 min

In this episode, we take a left turn to a random band and a random album. We are discussing New Order's 1989 album, Technique and all the drama around. There is absolutely no order to this podcast. Intro/outro music by Sinewave (sinevvave;bandcamp.com)

Bjork B-Sides Part One

1 hr 2 min

In this episode, we dive into the Bjork's early b-sides from the Debut and Post era. It's basically a deeper look into her career during the early nineties. We also get some Michael Jackson knocking surprises. Intro/Outro Music by Sinewave (sinevvave.bandcamp.com)

Missy "Misdemeanor" Elliott's Supa Dupa Fly Album

1 hr 18 min

In this episode, we embark on an in depth discussion on Missy Elliott's iconic album Supa Dupa Fly. So come join us on this journey as we discuss how 1997 was thee era and how this was the perfect album for female empowerment. intro/outro music by Sinewave (sinevvave.bandcamp.com)

Missy "Misdemeanor" Elliott's Supa Dupa Fly Album Intro

47 min

In this episode, we discuss Missy Elliott and her debut album and why it was a real game changer in the music industry. Featuring exclusive original Sonic Serial tracks. intro/outro music by Sinewave (sinevvave.bandcamp.com)

Radiohead B-Sides Part One

47 min

In this episode, we are coming back to Radiohead like an ex begging for scraps and discussing their b-sides from the Pablo Honey era. Intro/outro music by Sinewave (sinevvave.bandcamp.com)

Portishead's Dummy Album

1 hr 33 min

We are discussing all the tracks from Portishead's 1994 debut album, Dummy and everything behind it. intro/outro music by Sinewave (sinevvave.bandcamp.com)

Portishead's Dummy Album Intro

1 hr 20 min

In this episode, we are going on a journey to Portishead with Portishead's debut album, Dummy from 1994. So get ready to become emotionally deceased... Intro/outro music by Sinewave (sinevvave.bandcamp.com)

Air B-Sides Part One

1 hr 9 min

In this episode, we are doing something different and discussing b-sides aka tracks that didn't make it on the album but still deserve recognition. We are coming back to our favorite French duo, AIR, and discussing their early b-sides and their EP, Premiers Symptomes. Intro/outro music by Sinewave (sinevvave.bandcamp.com)

Björk's Fossora Album Intro

1 hr 5 min

We are diving and digging into the mushroom journey of Bjork's last album to date, Fossora. So come with us as we embark upon this fungal city the queen of avant-pop has created for us. intro/outro music by Sinewave (sinevvave.bandcamp.com)

The Virgin Suicides (Music from the Motion Picture)

1 hr 38 min

In this special and long episode, we are back to discuss Sofia Coppola's first film and the soundtrack for it. This includes a lot of artists from the 'Me' decade and more modern artists. Intro/outro music by Sinewave (sinevvave.bandcamp.com)

Radiohead's A Moon Shaped Pool Album Intro

40 min

In this episode we dip our toes in the moon shaped pool to discuss Radiohead's last album to date. There's a lot of serious deep dark issues in this pool and we don't mean to laugh, but that's how we cope. Featuring music by Ronobir Lahiri Intro/outro music by Sinewave (sinevvave.bandcamp.com)

The Postal Service's Give Up Album

1 hr 16 min

In this episode we discuss The Postal Service and their 2003 album Give Up, how it came to be, the legacy, and where the band are today. So come join us on this one album wonder journey. Intro/outro music by Sinewave (sinevvave.bandcamp.com)

The Postal Service's Give Up Album Intro

32 min

In this episode we take a new direction and discuss the one and only album from The Postal Service, a duo that put indie electronica on the map. So join us on this journey as we discuss the band's formation and how their album came to be. intro/outro music by Sinewave (sinevvave.bandcamp.com)

Björk's Utopia, Arisen My Senses, Blissing Me, The Gate, and Utopia

55 min

In this episode, we discuss the opening tracks of Bjork's Utopia. We got songs about love, mixtapes, birds, and transformed wounds. It's one magical paradise you don't want to miss out one. It's the only way you'll access Bjork's gate. Featuring music by ReforMAA (reformaa.wixsite.com/reformaa) Intro/Outro music by Sinewave (sinevvave.bandcamp.com)

Björk's Utopia Album Intro

49 min

We are going on a journey with Bjork to Utopia. Come with us as we discuss this 'tinder' album influenced by birds, flutes, politics, and healing post-heartbreak. Intro/outro music by Sinewave (sinevvave.bandcamp.com)

Radiohead's The King of Limbs Album Intro

48 min

In this episode, we discuss Radiohead's most experimental and sometimes worst album, but in our eyes it is king. Intro/Outro music by Sinewave (sinevvave.bandcamp.com)

Björk's Vulnicura, Family, Notget, Atom Dance, Mouth Mantra, and Quicksand

56 min

In this episode, we are sewing the wound shut and wrapping the journey of Bjork's Vulnicura. This is where magic, art, and heartbreak meet and we are on the mend. Notable music mentions: Radiohead, Ice Spice & PinkPantheress - Weird Liars / Munch Notget (Cover) - Jesse intro/outro music by Sinewave (sinevvave.bandcamp.com)

Björk's Vulnicura Album Intro

50 min

Journey into the dreary world of heartbreak with us as we begin discussing Bjork's 2015 album Vulnicura. This is a tale of pain and healing. intro/outro music by Sinewave (sinevvave.bandcamp.com)

Radioheads In Rainbows Album Intro

47 min

In this episode we introduce Radiohead's In Rainbows and discuss how the album came to be including all the controversy surrounding the "pay-what-you-want" model in 2007. intro/outro music by Sinewave (sinevvave.bandcamp.com)

Björk's Biophilia, Hollow, Virus, Sacrifice, Mutual Core, and Solstice

1 hr 17 min

In this episode, we put a fork in the discussion surrounding Bjork's seventh album Biophilia, the one where she unites science and music. We delve into the micro, the macro, and the relations between humans symbolized by scientific phenomena. Njóttu þín! intro/outro music by Sinevvave (sinevvave.bandcamp.com) Featuring music by Space Time Solutions and Waxx Crooks

Björk's Biophilia, Moon, Thunderbolt, Crystalline, Cosmogony, and Dark Matter

1 hr 8 min

In this episode we continue with our deep space exploration journey soundtracked by Bjork and her seventh album Biophilia. Come along on this cosmic journey and learn some science with us as we discuss the first half of the album. Intro/outro music by Sinewave (sinevvave.bandcamp.com)

Björk's Biophilia Album Intro

44 min

In this episode we discuss Bjork's album Biophilia and all that surrounds it like science, apps, indie music, and technology. It was a time to be alive. Now get ready to go on this cosmic journey with us. Intro/Outro music by Sinewave (sinevvave.bandcamp.com)

Björk's Volta, Pneumonia, Hope, Declare Independence, and My Juvenile

54 min

Trigger warning: This episode contains some major misogyny. In this episode we wrap up Bjork's Volta while throwing tons of shade because it's not one of her bests. We also discuss sickness and health, terrorism, motherhood, and other off topic things. intro/outro music by Sinewave (sinevvave.bandcamp.com)

Björk's Volta Album Intro, Earth Intruders, and Wanderlust

1 hr 5 min

In this episode we introduce Bjork's sixth studio effort and all the controversy it has garnered. We also discuss the final Bush years, myspace, and the infamous roast beef sandwich scandal, and there is so much doubt about everything. intro/outro music by Sinewave (sinevvave.bandcamp.com)

Nowhere: Music from the Gregg Araki Movie

1 hr 12 min

We got another special soundtrack episode for you and it's Gregg Araki's 1997 film Nowhere. This film includes a plethora of hot '90s stars, colorful fashions, psychedelic sets, and hella good music. And we discuss it all... intro/outro music by Sinewave (sinevvave.bandcamp.com)

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