All aboard for the maiden voyage of “Bond on Vinyl!” Chris Wood has finally earned his captain’s license to spin records, so batten down the hatches—Radio Caroline, you’ve got competition. This episode, we take a deep dive into Chris’s legendary 7-inch collection (cue the inevitable jokes). Expect killer A-sides, wild B-sides, and a remix so catchy you’ll be humming it for weeks. And in classic Chris fashion, he puts JW on the spot with a barrage of get-to-know-you questions he never saw comi...
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All aboard for the maiden voyage of “Bond on Vinyl!” Chris Wood has finally earned his captain’s license to spin records, so batten down the hatches—Radio Caroline, you’ve got competition. This episode, we take a deep dive into Chris’s legendary 7-inch collection (cue the inevitable jokes). Expect killer A-sides, wild B-sides, and a remix so catchy you’ll be humming it for weeks. And in classic Chris fashion, he puts JW on the spot with a barrage of get-to-know-you questions he never saw comi...
All aboard for the maiden voyage of “Bond on Vinyl!” Chris Wood has finally earned his captain’s license to spin records, so batten down the hatches—Radio Caroline, you’ve got competition. This episode, we take a deep dive into Chris’s legendary 7-inch collection (cue the inevitable jokes). Expect killer A-sides, wild B-sides, and a remix so catchy you’ll be humming it for weeks. And in classic Chris fashion, he puts JW on the spot with a barrage of get-to-know-you questions he never saw comi...
Sears, Tom Sears...is back on MOB in what can only be called the most anticipated James Bond Podcast ever. SNEAKY BOND. Mic drop. You heard me, Tommy-Gun Sears has carefully curated his top favorite Sneaky Bond tunes of all time. For those of you in the know, this show has been nearly a decade in the making. Play this show loud. Enough said.
Welcome to the very first MOB film watchalong! Why should filmmakers have all the fun? Grab your physical media—laserdisc, VHS, DVD, Blu-ray—or your digital copy of Dr. No and join us as we talk over the movie. Think of it as your own MOB Bonus Feature. No matter how you choose to watch, we’ll guide you through syncing the film perfectly. Or, if you prefer, just listen to the podcast on its own—you already know the film! Enjoy.
Welcome to our end-of-the-summer extravaganza! We're heading back to the beach one last time before the sun sets on summer—SPF not included. After all, where would James Bond be without a legendary beach scene? From Sean Connery’s suave strolls to Daniel Craig’s iconic swim trunks, the sand and surf are as essential as the Aston Martin. But we have to ask: why was Timothy Dalton always so buttoned up? Maybe the world just wasn’t ready for those pecs. So grab your favorite beach drink, put on ...
Music of Bond gets a major energy boost with the arrival of Rob Smith—the most enthusiastic Bond fan you’ll ever meet! Rob is not only a superfan but also the lively host of There Will Be Bond. Buckle up and get ready for takeoff: Rob has explored more Bond locations than anyone else, and now he’s got a soundtrack to match his globetrotting adventures. For extra fun, treat this episode as the perfect companion to our previous takeover with Brian Dobson.
The unforgettable music that helped shape the greatest film franchise of all time started with the Connery era. Join JW, Chris, and Logan as they explore the very first Bond title songs, tracing the evolution of the now-classic Bond theme formula. This isn’t just another podcast chatting about theme songs—it’s an in-depth look at the title tunes that set the tone for Bond adventures. You won’t want to miss it!
MOB is back! In this episode, JW and Chris are aiming for nothing less than world domination. Join us on a journey through Holland and Japan, accompanied by the best of Bond playing from every speaker. From the vinyl bars of Kyoto to the red-light district of Amsterdam, this is an episode you won't want to miss! As always, by the end of the ep, you'll be eager to purchase records of your own!
While the cat's away, the guitarists will play. With JW on special assignment in Japan, Chris and Logan nerd-out about some of their favorite guitar parts in the James Bond film scores. Chris also discusses his new guitar restoration project, and Q Branch provides in-episode guitar terminology explanations. Turn it up to 11.
"All you need is love." And have we gotta whole lotta love for Bond! Join JW and Chris as they discuss everything highly personal and essential in life and how not to let ANYONE ruin your Bond mojo. Plus, you won't want to miss Chris's curated love questionnaire, which will surely bring joy to women in our lives. "All together now!"
"He loves only GOLD!" In this episode, we’re bringing the Midas touch with none other than GOLDFINGER! We discuss all the nuances of John Barry's epic score, which raised the bar and set a new standard. Don’t worry—we also take a deep dive into Shirley Bassey's bra (or lack thereof). Additionally, show note: JW reveals a secret that has been kept for over ten years. This is one episode you won’t want to miss!
In our interview with Christopher Lennertz, the award-winning composer shares insights about his work on the soundtracks for the video games "Quantum of Solace" and "From Russia With Love." He delves into his creative process, recounts his experiences at Abbey Road and Air Studios, and shares a memorable moment of enjoying Mexican food and Margaritas with the legendary Vic Flick!
Once again, it is time to hand over the keys to the show to MOB listener John Trett! Without giving too much away, if you love David Arnold, you will be absolutely over the moon about this episode. Josh shares not only his love of Bond scores but also goes deep into his rising career in filmmaking. Our first listener takeover of the year is not to be missed!
New year, new show. MOB is back! This time around, we are snowbound. MOB welcomes Harris Thomas, aka Dapper Drax, to the show to discuss his recently acquired passion for skiing and what he considers the six essential Bond tracks to ski by! Pull out your BOGNER, pour yourself a Brandy Alexander, and warm yourself with the smooth sounds of MOB.
Ho Ho Ho! Christmas comes early in this "just too powerful" holiday episode. MOB reoccurring co-host Tom Sears joins us to break down the OHMSS bonus tracks exclusively. Spoiler alert: we will tell you exactly how Christmas trees are grown, which puts us on Santa's naughty list. Grab your eggnog, flick on the Christmas tree, sit back, and relax to 2024's final MOB episode!
We dive deep into the world of Bond theme cover versions! The guys each present two of their favorite Bond cover versions and catch up on Chris’ epic trip to California with JW...spoiler alert: the OHMSS Playboy magazine was purchased.
MOB is back. And this time, Logan is taking the lead, picking his top five favorite tunes from No Time To Die. Get ready to be blown away, or rather blown up, by the reasoning behind his choices. Logan's top five is a companion episode to Chris and JW's picks on the final JBR, The Music of Bond.
Podcasting legend and entertainment writer of Variety and Netflix extraordinaire Matthew Chernov joins the show to share his favorite "Spooky Bond" tracks just in time for Halloween. From Bond to Blacula...this episode has all the tricks and all the treats.
Music of Bond is joined by Bond fan extraordinaire and JBR legend Brian Dobson to share his top-5, all-time Bond tracks. Buckle up; this is an episode chock full of classic cues! Of note, Brian has returned from Thailand. Look out for photos from his trip on MOB's IG.
The grand finale of our three-part Live and Let Die celebration covers side B of the original Japanese LP. We can't tell a lie; we poured a few libations for this one. We suggest you do the same. Enjoy!
Our Live and Let Die Deep Dive Album celebration continues with Side A—or, as Logan and JW like to call it, Christravaganzafest Part 2. We will discuss all the tracks from Chris Wood's gorgeous Japanese Vinyl. Good times!
All aboard for the maiden voyage of “Bond on Vinyl!” Chris Wood has finally earned his captain’s license to spin records, so batten down the hatches—Radio Caroline, you’ve got competition. This episode, we take a deep dive into Chris’s legendary 7-inch collection (cue the inevitable jokes). Expect killer A-sides, wild B-sides, and a remix so catchy you’ll be humming it for weeks. And in classic Chris fashion, he puts JW on the spot with a barrage of get-to-know-you questions he never saw comi...
