Cinematic Sound Radio Podcast
Cinematic Sound Radio Podcast

Cinematic Sound Radio Podcast

Erik Woods

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For over 25 years Cinematic Sound Radio has been playing the very best soundtrack music from film, TV and video games. We feature music from the golden age classic scores of the 30, 40 and 50s, the retro silver age scores from the 60s and 70s, all the way through to the 80s, 90s and the modern-day classics of the 21st century. When tuning in you'll hear interviews with composers, orchestrators, musicians, authors, soundtrack experts and industry insiders. We also do deeper dives into some of the best scores ever composed. And, of course, you'll hear LOTS of great music. We feature 10 unique shows exploring one of the most underappreciated art forms by people who are passionate about the art form. We hope you enjoy the programming as much as we do producing them.

Recent Episodes

Play Morricone For Me: Ep.1 - First Film Scores
MAR 26, 2026
Play Morricone For Me: Ep.1 - First Film Scores
<p>Welcome to the inaugural episode of PLAY MORRICONE FOR ME on CINEMATIC SOUND RADIO. You have no idea how thrilled I am to welcome Jack Criddle and his terrific program into the CINEMATIC SOUND RADIO family. I've been an admirer of Jack's show for quite some time; it reminds me a lot of Ley Bricknell's FILMIC program... eclectic, unique, exceptional, and downright entertaining. Similar to Ley, he plays stuff on this show I never would have thought to play. So, strap yourself in because once you hear the words "Play Morricone For Me," you are in for a ride. Please give a warm CINEMATIC SOUND RADIO welcome to Jack in the comments below. - Erik Woods</p> <p>——</p> <p><u>SHOW NOTES</u></p> <p>Producer & host Jack Criddle started broadcasting PLAY MORRICONE FOR ME—a film music radio show with an inclination towards cult and genre scores—in 2017, on the Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts’ station. The program switched to a prerecorded format in 2020, has highlighted everything from spaghetti westerns to cannibal movies to Disney songs, and has featured such guests as John Sayles, Fabio Frizzi, Ben Model and the B-52’s Pat Irwin.</p> <p>To celebrate the beginning of PMFM’s new home on Cinematic Sound Radio, Jack turns his attention to debut film scoring gigs by some of the world’s great composers. These range from the relatively obscure, like Morricone’s IL FEDERALE, John Barry’s NEVER LET GO, and Quincy Jones's THE BOY IN THE TREE, to the well-known and celebrated, like CITIZEN KANE, CAPTAIN BLOOD, DEEP RED, SHAFT and more.</p> <p>Enjoy!</p> <p>——</p> <p><i>Special thanks to our <a href="https://www.patreon.com/cinematicsoundradio" target="_blank">Patreon</a> supporters: Matt DeWater, David Ballantyne, Joe Wiles, Maxime, William Welch, Alan Rogers, Dave Williams, Max Hamulyák, Jeffrey Graebner, Don Mase, Victor Field, Jochen Stolz, Emily Mason, Eric Skroch, Alexander Schiebel, Alphonse Brown, John Link, Matt Berretta, Eldaly Morningstar, Jim Wilson, Glenn McDorman, Chris Malone, Steve Karpicz, Deniz Çağlar, Brent Osterberg, Jérôme Flick, Alex Brouns, Randall Derchan, Angela Rabatin, Larry Reese, Rudy Amaya, Stacy Livitsanis, Carl Wonders, Lee Wileman, Nathan Blumenfeld, Daniel Herrin, Scott Bordelon, James Alexander, Brett French, Ian Clark, Andy Gray, Joel Nichols, Steve Daniel, Corey O'Brien, John Leggett, Mim Williams, Grace Hamilton, Rob Kemp.</i></p> <p>——</p> <p>Cinematic Sound Radio is fully licensed to play music by SOCAN.</p> <p>Support us on Patreon <br /> <a href="https://www.patreon.com/cinematicsoundradio" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/cinematicsoundradio</a></p> <p>Check out our NEW Cinematic Sound Radio TeePublic Store! <br /> <a href="https://www.teepublic.com/stores/cinematic-sound-radio" target="_blank">https://www.teepublic.com/stores/cinematic-sound-radio</a></p> <p>Cinematic Sound Radio <br />Web: <a href="http://www.cinematicsound.net" target="_blank">http://www.cinematicsound.net </a> <br />Twitter: <a href="http://www.twitter.com/cinsoundradio" target="_blank">http://www.twitter.com/cinsoundradio </a> <br />Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/cinematicsound" target="_blank">http://www.facebook.com/cinematicsound</a></p> <p>Cinematic Sound Radio Fanfare and Theme by David Coscina <br /> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/user-970634922" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/user-970634922</a></p> <p>Bumper voice artist: Tim Burden <br /><a href="http://www.timburden.com" target="_blank">http://www.timburden.com</a></p>
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The 1UpBeat: Best Game Scores Of 2025 - Part One
MAR 23, 2026
The 1UpBeat: Best Game Scores Of 2025 - Part One
<p>Today's episode is a countdown of the best game scores of 2025. This is part one of the two-part series going deep into the ten best musical scores of the past year. You'll hear selections for such composers as Yuzo Koshiro, Olivier Deriviere, Christopher Larkin, Yasunori Nishiki, Gareth Coker, Mick Gordon, Yuka Kitamura and Motoi Sakuraba.</p> <p>Enjoy!</p> <p>——</p> <p><i>Special thanks to our <a href="https://www.patreon.com/cinematicsoundradio" target="_blank">Patreon</a> supporters: Matt DeWater, David Ballantyne, Joe Wiles, Maxime, William Welch, Alan Rogers, Dave Williams, Max Hamulyák, Jeffrey Graebner, Don Mase, Victor Field, Jochen Stolz, Emily Mason, Eric Skroch, Alexander Schiebel, Alphonse Brown, John Link, Matt Berretta, Eldaly Morningstar, Jim Wilson, Glenn McDorman, Chris Malone, Steve Karpicz, Deniz Çağlar, Brent Osterberg, Jérôme Flick, Alex Brouns, Randall Derchan, Angela Rabatin, Larry Reese, Rudy Amaya, Stacy Livitsanis, Carl Wonders, Lee Wileman, Nathan Blumenfeld, Daniel Herrin, Scott Bordelon, James Alexander, Brett French, Ian Clark, Andy Gray, Joel Nichols, Steve Daniel, Corey O'Brien, John Leggett, Mim Williams, Grace Hamilton, Rob Kemp.</i></p> <p>——</p> <p>Cinematic Sound Radio is fully licensed to play music by SOCAN.</p> <p>Support us on Patreon <br /> <a href="https://www.patreon.com/cinematicsoundradio" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/cinematicsoundradio</a></p> <p>Check out our NEW Cinematic Sound Radio TeePublic Store! <br /> <a href="https://www.teepublic.com/stores/cinematic-sound-radio" target="_blank">https://www.teepublic.com/stores/cinematic-sound-radio</a></p> <p>Cinematic Sound Radio <br />Web: <a href="http://www.cinematicsound.net" target="_blank">http://www.cinematicsound.net </a> <br />Twitter: <a href="http://www.twitter.com/cinsoundradio" target="_blank">http://www.twitter.com/cinsoundradio </a> <br />Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/cinematicsound" target="_blank">http://www.facebook.com/cinematicsound</a></p> <p>Cinematic Sound Radio Fanfare and Theme by David Coscina <br /> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/user-970634922" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/user-970634922</a></p> <p>Bumper voice artist: Tim Burden <br /><a href="http://www.timburden.com" target="_blank">http://www.timburden.com</a></p>
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85 MIN
The Flagship Show: Off-Kilter James Horner
MAR 20, 2026
The Flagship Show: Off-Kilter James Horner
<p>Over the past decade, CINEMATIC SOUND RADIO has produced numerous programs celebrating the life and music of James Horner, including a standout three-part documentary by Jason Drury that remains essential listening. I’ve also contributed several Horner-focused episodes myself, from explorations of his re-recorded works and end credit suites to in-depth analyses of Sneakers and Aliens alongside Randy Andrews. I had assumed I’d said all I wanted to say about Horner, but over the past year I’ve come across a few unusual scores while filling gaps in my CD collection, titles like The Name of the Rose, Where the River Runs Black, and Southpaw, that pulled me back in.</p> <p>Horner is widely known for his emotionally rich, melodic style, blending sweeping orchestration with subtle electronic elements and crafting memorable themes that carry a film’s emotional core. But beyond that familiar sound lies a more experimental side, where he embraced unconventional techniques and textures. In scores like The Name of the Rose and Commando, he explored eerie vocalizations, dissonant electronics, and unusual instrumentation, revealing a composer willing to take creative risks. Today’s program is dedicated to those bold, avant-garde Horner works that showcase his more unexpected musical voice.</p> <p>Enjoy!</p> <p>——</p> <p><i>Special thanks to our <a href="https://www.patreon.com/cinematicsoundradio" target="_blank">Patreon</a> supporters: Matt DeWater, David Ballantyne, Joe Wiles, Maxime, William Welch, Alan Rogers, Dave Williams, Max Hamulyák, Jeffrey Graebner, Don Mase, Victor Field, Jochen Stolz, Emily Mason, Eric Skroch, Alexander Schiebel, Alphonse Brown, John Link, Matt Berretta, Eldaly Morningstar, Jim Wilson, Glenn McDorman, Chris Malone, Steve Karpicz, Deniz Çağlar, Brent Osterberg, Jérôme Flick, Alex Brouns, Randall Derchan, Angela Rabatin, Larry Reese, Rudy Amaya, Stacy Livitsanis, Carl Wonders, Lee Wileman, Nathan Blumenfeld, Daniel Herrin, Scott Bordelon, James Alexander, Brett French, Ian Clark, Andy Gray, Joel Nichols, Steve Daniel, Corey O'Brien, John Leggett, Mim Williams, Grace Hamilton, Rob Kemp.</i></p> <p>——</p> <p>Cinematic Sound Radio is fully licensed to play music by SOCAN.</p> <p>Support us on Patreon <br /> <a href="https://www.patreon.com/cinematicsoundradio" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/cinematicsoundradio</a></p> <p>Check out our NEW Cinematic Sound Radio TeePublic Store! <br /> <a href="https://www.teepublic.com/stores/cinematic-sound-radio" target="_blank">https://www.teepublic.com/stores/cinematic-sound-radio</a></p> <p>Cinematic Sound Radio <br />Web: <a href="http://www.cinematicsound.net" target="_blank">http://www.cinematicsound.net </a> <br />Twitter: <a href="http://www.twitter.com/cinsoundradio" target="_blank">http://www.twitter.com/cinsoundradio </a> <br />Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/cinematicsound" target="_blank">http://www.facebook.com/cinematicsound</a></p> <p>Cinematic Sound Radio Fanfare and Theme by David Coscina <br /> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/user-970634922" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/user-970634922</a></p> <p>Bumper voice artist: Tim Burden <br /><a href="http://www.timburden.com" target="_blank">http://www.timburden.com</a></p>
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83 MIN
The Archive with Jason Drury: Episode 51
MAR 10, 2026
The Archive with Jason Drury: Episode 51
<p>Jason Drury kicks off the 2-hour-plus show with music from the 40th anniversary release of Jerry Goldsmith's classic score KING SOLOMON'S MINES (La La Land Records).</p> <p>Jason then moves on to music from Jack Nitzsche's 1984 reissue of THE RAZOR'S EDGE (Dragon's Domain Records), Georges Delerue's short score for the 1973 thriller THE DAY OF THE JACKAL (Quartet Records), and selections from Jerry Goldsmith's 1969 score for THE CHAIRMAN (Intrada Records) from the most recent Kickstarter campaign launched by producer and orchestrator Leigh Phillips.</p> <p>Jason then continues the show with a suite from the album DEBBIE WISEMAN: MUSIC FOR FILM AND TELEVISION (Silva Screen Records) and more Jerry Goldsmith with music from the deluxe edition of MEDICINE MAN (Varese Sarabande Records), as well as music from the deluxe edition of Brian Tyler's score for TIMELINE (Varese Sarabande Records).</p> <p>Jason then rounds off the show with even MORE music by Jerry Goldsmith, with two of the bonus tracks from the album THE CHAIRMAN (Intrada Records).</p> <p>Enjoy.</p> <p>——</p> <p><i>Special thanks to our <a href="https://www.patreon.com/cinematicsoundradio" target="_blank">Patreon</a> supporters: Matt DeWater, David Ballantyne, Joe Wiles, Maxime, William Welch, Alan Rogers, Dave Williams, Max Hamulyák, Jeffrey Graebner, Don Mase, Victor Field, Jochen Stolz, Emily Mason, Eric Skroch, Alexander Schiebel, Alphonse Brown, John Link, Matt Berretta, Eldaly Morningstar, Jim Wilson, Glenn McDorman, Chris Malone, Steve Karpicz, Deniz Çağlar, Brent Osterberg, Jérôme Flick, Alex Brouns, Randall Derchan, Angela Rabatin, Larry Reese, Rudy Amaya, Stacy Livitsanis, Carl Wonders, Lee Wileman, Nathan Blumenfeld, Daniel Herrin, Scott Bordelon, James Alexander, Brett French, Ian Clark, Andy Gray, Joel Nichols, Steve Daniel, Corey O'Brien, John Leggett, Mim Williams, Grace Hamilton, Rob Kemp.</i></p> <p>——</p> <p>Cinematic Sound Radio is fully licensed to play music by SOCAN.</p> <p>Support us on Patreon <br /> <a href="https://www.patreon.com/cinematicsoundradio" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/cinematicsoundradio</a></p> <p>Check out our NEW Cinematic Sound Radio TeePublic Store! <br /> <a href="https://www.teepublic.com/stores/cinematic-sound-radio" target="_blank">https://www.teepublic.com/stores/cinematic-sound-radio</a></p> <p>Cinematic Sound Radio <br />Web: <a href="http://www.cinematicsound.net" target="_blank">http://www.cinematicsound.net </a> <br />Twitter: <a href="http://www.twitter.com/cinsoundradio" target="_blank">http://www.twitter.com/cinsoundradio </a> <br />Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/cinematicsound" target="_blank">http://www.facebook.com/cinematicsound</a></p> <p>Cinematic Sound Radio Fanfare and Theme by David Coscina <br /> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/user-970634922" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/user-970634922</a></p> <p>Bumper voice artist: Tim Burden <br /><a href="http://www.timburden.com" target="_blank">http://www.timburden.com</a></p>
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122 MIN
The Flagship Show: Top 25 Scores of the 21st Century - Episode 5 - Scores 15-11
FEB 21, 2026
The Flagship Show: Top 25 Scores of the 21st Century - Episode 5 - Scores 15-11
<p>In part five of our seven-part series counting down the TOP 25 SCORES OF THE 21st CENTURY, we will continue the countdown with the presentation of scores 15-11. In this episode, you'll hear selections from Philippe Rombi, Alan Silvestri, John Williams, Marco Beltrami and Elliot Goldenthal.</p> <p>Part six will be available soon. Stay tuned.</p> <p>——</p> <p><i>Special thanks to our <a href="https://www.patreon.com/cinematicsoundradio" target="_blank">Patreon</a> supporters: Matt DeWater, David Ballantyne, Joe Wiles, Maxime, William Welch, Alan Rogers, Dave Williams, Max Hamulyák, Jeffrey Graebner, Don Mase, Victor Field, Jochen Stolz, Emily Mason, Eric Skroch, Alexander Schiebel, Alphonse Brown, John Link, Matt Berretta, Eldaly Morningstar, Jim Wilson, Glenn McDorman, Chris Malone, Steve Karpicz, Deniz Çağlar, Brent Osterberg, Jérôme Flick, Alex Brouns, Randall Derchan, Angela Rabatin, Larry Reese, Rudy Amaya, Stacy Livitsanis, Carl Wonders, Lee Wileman, Nathan Blumenfeld, Daniel Herrin, Scott Bordelon, James Alexander, Brett French, Ian Clark, Andy Gray, Joel Nichols, Steve Daniel, Corey O'Brien, John Leggett, Mim Williams, Grace Hamilton, Rob Kemp.</i></p> <p>——</p> <p>Cinematic Sound Radio is fully licensed to play music by SOCAN.</p> <p>Support us on Patreon <br /> <a href="https://www.patreon.com/cinematicsoundradio" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/cinematicsoundradio</a></p> <p>Check out our NEW Cinematic Sound Radio TeePublic Store! <br /> <a href="https://www.teepublic.com/stores/cinematic-sound-radio" target="_blank">https://www.teepublic.com/stores/cinematic-sound-radio</a></p> <p>Cinematic Sound Radio <br />Web: <a href="http://www.cinematicsound.net" target="_blank">http://www.cinematicsound.net </a> <br />Twitter: <a href="http://www.twitter.com/cinsoundradio" target="_blank">http://www.twitter.com/cinsoundradio </a> <br />Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/cinematicsound" target="_blank">http://www.facebook.com/cinematicsound</a></p> <p>Cinematic Sound Radio Fanfare and Theme by David Coscina <br /> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/user-970634922" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/user-970634922</a></p> <p>Bumper voice artist: Tim Burden <br /><a href="http://www.timburden.com" target="_blank">http://www.timburden.com</a></p>
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95 MIN