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.
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
Xanadu filming locations
https://www.set-jetter.com/ontheset/xanadu
Going Back To Xanadu
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rrp-4dqHECM
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
https://julianahatfield.bandcamp.com/album/im-alive-b-w-when-i-was-a-boy
Episode 24 playlist (Spotify)
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2EiCoCMaYZ42vxqaT3P3QJ?si=ad35d337fa0c4a6b
Episode 24 playlist (YouTube)
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLlmz7TgGjvb49fLCow8v43WPVxNBkrtBG
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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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