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The official podcast of the Madness American fan service, Stateside Madness, dedicated to the nutty sound of the British pop band Madness. We are the U.S. affiliate of MIS, the Madness Information Service. Check us out at statesidemadness.com, on Twitter (@StatesideMDNSS), and on Facebook (@StatesideMadness). Please note: The music clips included in this podcast fall under the ”Fair Use Doctrine” as defined by Section 107 of the Copyright Act. The law allows for use of music clips for purposes of criticism, comment, and news reporting.
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Saturday Jan 21, 2023
Saturday Jan 21, 2023
This week we take a very slight detour to explore one of the many Madness band members’ side projects. Voice of the Beehive was formed in 1987 when American sisters Tracey Bryn and Melissa Brooke Belland teamed up with Woody and Bedders of Madness. Over the next nine years, they would see a handful of lineup changes and moderate success in the UK and Australia (as well as some airplay on college radio here in the USA). Join Laurie & Poly this week as we dive deep into the Voice of the Beehive.
Saturday Jan 07, 2023
Saturday Jan 07, 2023
Terry Hall was best known as the lead vocalist for the British ska and 2 Tone band, The Specials. In this podcast episode, we discuss Terrys musical career, starting with his time as the lead vocalist for The Squad in 1977 and continuing with The Specials in the late 1970s and early 1980s. We also talk about his solo career and his work with other bands and artists, such as Fun Boy Three, The Colourfield, and Vegas. Terry Hall died of pancreatic cancer on December 19, 2022, but his musical legacy will continue to live on.
Saturday Nov 26, 2022
Saturday Nov 26, 2022
We have another treat for our listeners this week: Mike B of the Madness-inspired band G-MEN! Mike dropped by to chat about music and his inspirations, as well as what it’s like being a Madness fan in Sweden. This episode includes 4 original songs by G-MEN: “Rude Boy, Rude Girl”, “Thisflix & Thatflix,” “2 Tone Girl,” and “Mi Da’s Old Cap,” as well as a cover of the old Ramones banger “I Don’t Care.” Be sure to visit G-MEN online & show your support – https://gmen.one
*** LAURIE & POLY WILL BE TAKING A BREAK FOR THE MONTH OF DECEMBER. WE WILL BE BACK IN 2023 WITH LOTS OF EXCITING NEW CONTENT! ***
Saturday Nov 12, 2022
Saturday Nov 12, 2022
This week we sit down for a chat with Matt Holt, one-half of The Bed & Breakfast Men. Matt talks to us about what inspired him and his cousin Nick to start a Madness tribute band (with ukuleles!), meeting heroes Mike Barson and Lee Thompson, playing at the iconic Dublin Castle, and filming their music videos. Matt also discusses an upcoming show in memory of “Chezzer” Chesney, who was well-known to many Madness fans. This episode includes 4 original songs by the Bed & Breakfast Men: “To The Moon (and Back)”, “1979,” “Limelight,” and “Dublin Castle. ” Be sure to seek out the Bed & Breakfast Men on YouTube: Two dreamers on a ghost train! https://www.youtube.com/c/TheBedBreakfastMen
Saturday Oct 29, 2022
Saturday Oct 29, 2022
This week’s episode is dedicated to Suggs’ second solo album “The Three Pyramids Club” (1998). Join us for a track-by-track deep dive as we explore this musical adventure that takes us from seedy Soho jazz clubs to New Orleans to the drifting sands of the Nile. Dance, Cleopatra, dance!
Saturday Oct 15, 2022
Saturday Oct 15, 2022
On Oct. 14, 1981, Madness released their feature film, “Madness: Take It Or Leave It,” directed by Dave Robinson. In honor of the 41st anniversary of the movie, Laurie & Poly do a deep dive, discussing the film, its impact and importance... and the music! Join us, won’t you?
Saturday Oct 01, 2022
Saturday Oct 01, 2022
This week we celebrate the anniversary of the release of Madness’ third studio album “7,” released October 2, 1981 (unfortunately, not in the USA). Laurie & Poly take us track by track through an album deep dive, from “Cardiac Arrest” to “Day on the Town.” You know, 7 just happens to be our lucky number!
Saturday Sep 17, 2022
Saturday Sep 17, 2022
This week, Poly sits down with Roddy Radiation, legendary guitarist & songwriter for The Specials, The Tearjerkers, and The Bonediggers. Be sure to listen as Roddy recalls his storied career within the 2Tone ska movement.
Songs included in this episode:
- “Wake Up” - The Coventry Automatics
- “Little B***h” - The Coventry Automatics
- “Concrete Jungle” - The Specials
- “Rat Race” - The Specials
- “Braggin’ and Tryin’ Not to Lie” - Roddy Radiation & The Specials
- “Western Song” - Roddy Radiation & The Tearjerkers
- “Sammy Dead” - Desmond Dekker and The Specials
- “Johnny Too Bad” - The Specials MK2
Saturday Sep 03, 2022
Saturday Sep 03, 2022
This week we interview members of two up-and-coming New York-based bands that we think Madness fans will love. First, we chat with Ratas En Zelo, a Latina punk band—with accordion! Then, we are joined by Stop the Presses, a ska reggae band. We are really excited about these two bands, and we think you will be, too.
Songs included in this episode:
- “Vete, vete” - Ratas En Zelo
- “Despertar” - Ratas En Zelo
- “Mi país es mi planeta” - Ratas En Zelo
- “Revolution” - Ratas En Zelo
- “Wasted Youth” - Stop the Presses
- “Hold You” - Stop the Presses
- “Dead Mans Party” - Stop the Presses
- “Ride or Die” - Stop the Presses
All songs have been reproduced with the kind permission of the owners.
Saturday Aug 20, 2022
Saturday Aug 20, 2022
In this special second anniversary episode of Stateside Madness, we will count down the top ten Madness moments chosen by you, the fans! That’s right: we asked, you answered, and now we are going to revisit the fans’ favorite moments in Madness band history. We’ll also share a few anecdotes of fans from Twitter and Facebook. So, pull on your Doctor Martens and get ready for the Top Ten Madness Moments!