Aural Mess Episode 24
with guest Alex Sciarra

In this episode, Chad and Alex discuss the cult classic movie Xanadu and its soundtrack. Alex, who had never seen the movie before, describes it as a fever dream with unexpected plot twists and stunning visuals. Chad, who saw the movie as a child, reminisces about his crush on Olivia Newton-John and the nostalgia he feels when watching the film. The soundtrack, featuring songs by Electric Light Orchestra (ELO) and Olivia Newton-John, is a standout aspect of the film, blending pop, rock, and disco.
Audio-only version: https://shows.acast.com/auralmess/aural-mess-episode-24-with-guest-alex-sciarra
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
Xanadu filming locations
https://www.set-jetter.com/ontheset/xanadu
Going Back To Xanadu
Xanadu: Rethinking a misunderstood masterpiece
https://www.bbc.com/culture/article/20201214-xanadu-rethinking-a-misunderstood-masterpiece
Xanadu Preservation Society
https://oddlystupid.wixsite.com/xanadu
Juliana Hatfield: “I’m Alive” on Bandcamp
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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Introduction
05:07 Discussion of the movie
30:55 The Xanadu soundtrack
1:03:10 ONJ and ELO cover albums
1:08:00 Wrap-up
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