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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
Saturday Dec 26, 2020
Stateside Madness podcast, episode 10: Suggs Part One
Saturday Dec 26, 2020
Saturday Dec 26, 2020
The first of two episodes dedicated to Madness' lead singer, Graham "Suggs" McPherson. Join Laurie and Poly as they count down their favorite Suggs-written songs, as well as presenting some "alternative facts" about Suggs.
Saturday Dec 12, 2020
Stateside Madness podcast, episode 9: "Mad Not Mad"
Saturday Dec 12, 2020
Saturday Dec 12, 2020
NME magazine named it to their 100 Best Albums of All Time list. Lead singer Suggs called it "a polished turd." Few Madness albums elicit more divisive opinions than "Mad Not Mad." Laurie & Poly weigh in on this 1985 album release: the good, the bad, and the ugly. Be sure to listen to the end to learn how you can enter to win a copy of the 2013 YepRock reissue of "Absolutely" on 180g vinyl in honor of our ONE THOUSANDTH DOWNLOAD!
Saturday Nov 28, 2020
Stateside Madness podcast, episode 8: The Fans Speak
Saturday Nov 28, 2020
Saturday Nov 28, 2020
Join Laurie & Poly for a very special episode of Stateside Madness! We've invited five American Madness fans to share their stories and their love for the music. And they have some great stories to tell!
Saturday Nov 14, 2020
Stateside Madness podcast, episode 7: "Keep Moving"
Saturday Nov 14, 2020
Saturday Nov 14, 2020
This week Laurie & Poly discuss the 1984 release "Keep Moving" on Geffen Records with special guest Donald, the Creative Director & Blog Editor of the Stateside Madness web site.
Saturday Oct 31, 2020
Stateside Madness podcast, episode 6: "Madness" (1983 compilation album)
Saturday Oct 31, 2020
Saturday Oct 31, 2020
In this episode we explore the US-Only release "Madness." We'll listen to and discuss tracks on the album as well as the Clash's drug stash, John Wayne's pants, and the best Madness song to sing to your cat. You won't want to miss this episode!
Sunday Oct 18, 2020
Stateside Madness podcast, episode 5: The Woody Woodgate episode
Sunday Oct 18, 2020
Sunday Oct 18, 2020
Welcome back to our fifth episode! This episode is dedicated to Madness drummer and all-around great guy Dan "Woody" Woodgate. Laurie and Poly will discuss Woody's career, including side projects and collaborations with his brother Nick Woodgate, and we count down our favorite songs which Woody has cowritten. Join us on this musical journey!
Saturday Oct 03, 2020
Stateside Madness podcast, episode 4:The Lee Thompson episode
Saturday Oct 03, 2020
Saturday Oct 03, 2020
Join Laurie & Poly as we explore the life & career of Madness saxophonist and songwriter Lee Jay "Kix" Thompson. We will listen to some of his work with Madness, Crunch!, The Lee Thompson Ska Orchestra, and other bands, and Laurie & Poly count down their favorite songs written or cowritten by Lee.
Saturday Sep 19, 2020
Stateside Madness podcast, episode 3: “Absolutely”
Saturday Sep 19, 2020
Saturday Sep 19, 2020
This week, Laurie & Poly delve into Madness' sophomore (but not sophomoric!) album release, "Absolutely" (1980). So pull on your baggy trousers and join us as we listen to the album tracks and discuss the evolution of That Nutty Sound known as Madness.
Sunday Sep 06, 2020
Stateside Madness podcast, episode 2: "One Step Beyond..."
Sunday Sep 06, 2020
Sunday Sep 06, 2020
In this episode we discuss Madness' 1979 debut album, "One Step Beyond..." Join Laurie & Poly as they discuss not only the singles but deep album tracks, the band's ska and Motown influences, and which iconic musician was himself inspired by a Madness song.
Saturday Aug 22, 2020
Stateside Madness podcast, episode 1: "Work, Rest & Play"
Saturday Aug 22, 2020
Saturday Aug 22, 2020
Laurie & Poly do a deep dive into the four-track Madness EP "Work Rest & Play" from 1980. We discuss the history of the band and the EP tracks. Essential listening for fans of 80s pop music.