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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.
Episodes
Sunday May 16, 2021
Stateside Madness podcast, episode 20: “The Dangermen Sessions, Vol. 1”
Sunday May 16, 2021
Sunday May 16, 2021
In 2004, the seven members of Madness assumed alternate identities and became the Dangermen. The following year, they released an album of ska and reggae covers known as “The Dangermen Sessions, Vol. 1.” Join us this week as we do a deep dive into the album tracks and learn some of the history behind these iconic songs.
Sunday May 02, 2021
Stateside Madness podcast, episode 19: The Ian Dury episode
Sunday May 02, 2021
Sunday May 02, 2021
This week on the Stateside Madness podcast, Laurie & Poly discuss the late songwriter and performer Ian Dury. We'll examine Dury's life and the controversies surrounding his music, and we will explore how his music influenced seven young lads from Camden Town. This is a special episode that you won't want to miss, with Sex & Drugs & Rock & Roll!
Saturday Apr 17, 2021
Stateside Madness podcast, episode 18: The Mike Barson episode
Saturday Apr 17, 2021
Saturday Apr 17, 2021
This episode is dedicated to Mike Barson: pianist, keyboardist, songwriter, and the driving force behind the band. Join Laurie & Poly as we discuss Monsieur Barso's career as a musician and songwriter and count down our favorite songs penned by Mr. B.
Sunday Apr 04, 2021
Stateside Madness podcast, episode 17: Madstock (1992)
Sunday Apr 04, 2021
Sunday Apr 04, 2021
An earthquake is erupting... in Finsbury Park! Join Laurie & Poly as we discuss this seminal moment in Madness history: Madstock, August 8 and 9, 1992. This episode includes background information about how this band reunion came about, and we will listen to some of the music recorded during the show.
Saturday Mar 20, 2021
Stateside Madness podcast, episode 16: The Hector Walker interview
Saturday Mar 20, 2021
Saturday Mar 20, 2021
Hector Walker, cousin of Madness lead singer Suggs, worked for the band from 1981-86. In this interview, he shares his fond memories of time spent touring with the band. What prop did a band member steal from a Holland TV studio? Which band member overslept and got left behind in a New York hotel? For the answers to these questions and more, be sure to give this episode a listen.
Saturday Mar 06, 2021
Stateside Madness podcast, episode 15: The Chris Foreman interview
Saturday Mar 06, 2021
Saturday Mar 06, 2021
Madness guitarist and songwriter Chris “Chrissy Boy” Foreman drops by the Stateside Madness studio to discuss the new American compilation album “Our House,” how “SHOWTIME!” came to be, what's next for the band, and his love for Van Halen. This #SSM exclusive interview is not to be missed!
Saturday Feb 20, 2021
Stateside Madness podcast, episode 14: The Cathal Smyth episode
Saturday Feb 20, 2021
Saturday Feb 20, 2021
Join us as we discuss the life and career of Madness singer, songwriter, and emcee Cathal Smyth, better known by his stage name, Chas Smash. We'll do a deep dive into his body of work and present our favorite Smyth-penned songs. Poly also presents his "alternative facts" about Mr. Smash.
Sunday Feb 07, 2021
Stateside Madness podcast, episode 13: “Dance Craze”
Sunday Feb 07, 2021
Sunday Feb 07, 2021
An episode inspired by the 1981 film Dance Craze, featuring Madness, The Specials, The Selecter, The Bodysnatchers, The English Beat, and Bad Manners. Poly digs deep (all the way back to 1492!) to give us the story behind the evolution of the 2 Tone ska movement, of which Madness was a part. Equal parts history and film critique, this episode is a must-listen for all Madness fans!
Sunday Jan 24, 2021
Stateside Madness podcast, episode 12: “The Nick Woodgate Interview”
Sunday Jan 24, 2021
Sunday Jan 24, 2021
This week we are honored to have a special guest: Nick Woodgate, brother of Madness drummer Dan "Woody" Woodgate. Join us as we chat with Nick about the early days of Madness, his songwriting efforts for the band, the "void", his musical influences, and his latest musical project, The Jojo Man Band. Be sure to check out The Jojo Man Band on Spotify and help support Nick's creative endeavors!
Sunday Jan 10, 2021
Stateside Madness podcast, episode 11: Suggs Part Two
Sunday Jan 10, 2021
Sunday Jan 10, 2021
The second of our two-part series on Madness lead singer Suggs. In this episode Laurie and Poly discuss Suggs' work outside of Madness: as a music producer, actor, writer, and TV host, and also as a solo musician. As a bonus, we have an unreleased solo track for your listening pleasure. Thanks for tuning in!