Inside The Groove - Madonna’s Music

Edward Russell

The story behind Madonna’s most famous songs

Each episode focuses on a particular track or era and discusses the creative process and how the song was received.

With reference to the videos and live performances, the episode often plays snippets from the song’s multitrack session.

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112 episodes
Updated July 5

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Oct 29, 2021 · 39 min
Album Deep Dive - 3 True Blue
The story behind Madonna's third album. With the history of its making, the photoshoot, the design, and special focus on the song Papa Don't Preach.
Oct 15, 2021 · 28 min
Album Deep Dive - 2 Like A Virgin
The story behind Madonna's second album. With the history of its making, the photoshoot, the design, and special focus on the song Material Girl
Oct 1, 2021 · 41 min
Album Deep Dive - 1 Madonna
The story behind Madonna's 1983 debut album. With the history of its making, the photoshoot, the design and special focus on the song Lucky Star.
Sep 10, 2021 · 46 min
Special Episode - Madonna Covers (with Darren Hayes)
Who has covered her with Golden Kisses and when did Madonna do it better? This episode focusses on a new album of Madonna covers and also talks about the best and not so best covers of Madonna songs from over the years with special guest Darren Hayes.
Sep 1, 2021 · 24 min
Deep Dive - Don‘t Tell Me
Yee-haw! Get ready to line dance in celebration of that folky piece of electronica. But also to hear some of the songs which didn't make the final cut for the Music album on its release in 2000.
Aug 16, 2021 · 36 min
Special Episode -Deeper & Deeper Remixed & Revisited
This episode was first released in February 2021 with part 2 only available to patrons. Now you can listen to both episodes together as a gift on Madonna's birthday. Remember to check out the new merchandise at https://merchify.me/insidethegroove/
Aug 14, 2021 · 56 min
Special Episode - Who‘s That Girl
Revisiting all four songs from the Original Motion Picture Soundtrack, discussing the movie with the MLVC podcast, talking about the Who's That Girl World Tour with the Immaculate Podcast plus special guests Graham Gremore from Queerty and Rod Thomas of Bright Light Bright Light who plays his cover of Causing A Commotion. Also included are brand new - exclusively for this podcast - covers of other 1987 Madonna tracks by Graingerboy, Kavana, and Darren Hayes. A celebration of Madonna for her 63rd birthday.
Jul 31, 2021 · 23 min
Deep Dive - 4 Minutes
A tonal shift for Madonna with a song which was not only a massive hit for the singer, but brought lots of new fans on board. But it's a divisive track and era with certain fans. I'll be discussing this, telling the story of the recording and mixing and also exploring its use in the TV show Glee.
Jul 18, 2021 · 28 min
Deep Dive - Burning Up
This was Madonna's second single, but it didn't have a global release so is not known as widely as some of her bigger hits, despite being a complete banger! Hear the story of its earliest versions plus how Madonna was styled, how the video was made, the special artwork by her friend Martin Burgoyne and much more!
Jun 30, 2021 · 24 min
Deep Dive - Evita (part 3) with The Honest Vocal Coach
The final part of the set of episodes about Evita is a discussion with the Honest Vocal Coach about Madonna's voice as we compare it to the other famous actors to have played the role of Eva Peron.
Jun 23, 2021 · 19 min
Deep Dive - Evita (part 2)
The second part of three episodes discussing Madonna's role in this movie and the accompanying soundtrack.
Jun 12, 2021 · 20 min
Deep Dive - Evita (part 1)
In the first of three episodes, we discover the history of the musical from concept album to stage show and on to film. You'll find out how Madonna first became involved in the mid 1980s, only to be dropped from the part but, of course, rehired for the final version. You'll get to hear some early versions of the songs by Madonna as well as excerpts from the original album and a rare remix of Buenos Airies.
Jun 5, 2021 · 18 min
Guest Episode - Ace of Base 'All That She Wants'
No new Groove episode right now, but don't go without - have an episode from the sister podcast - all about this huge 90s hit from Sweden.
May 23, 2021 · 20 min
Deep Dive - Beautiful Stranger
The lead single from the soundtrack to the second Austin Powers movie - The Spy Who Shagged me. A popular radio hit and a number one in 4 territories. We discuss the song's origin, its video and the other song Madonna recorded at the same time, with Latin singer Ricky Martin
May 8, 2021 · 23 min
Deep Dive - Hollywood
The second single from the American Life album is a much-loved track by fans and especially for its video and MTV performance. However, it failed to chart in the US, following controversy around the singer. The video also drew criticism and a lawsuit and then there was the Britney kiss. An interesting time in Madonna's career that overshadows what an incredible pop song it is.
Mar 29, 2021 · 26 min
Deep Dive - Everybody
Madonna’s very first single was the template for all that was to come. With a two-song deal, she recorded it in Chelsea, Manhattan. 39 years later, she is the richest female music artist in the world. Hear the original demo, the multitrack breakdown, and more in this episode which celebrates one year of podcasting.
Mar 20, 2021 · 25 min
Deep Dive - Secret
The first single frrom Madonna's sixth album and a big change in direction for the artist with a laid back launch to the new era. Here's the story of how it came about, along with details of the video and launch promo campaign.
Mar 14, 2021 · 29 min
Something To Remember - Kavana
With multiple Top 40 UK singles including two Top Ten hits, Kavana spent the 1990s working the music business and was also a huge, huge Madonna fan. Recalling stories of their "near miss" and also working with Patrick Leonard, he has some very interesting tales to tell.
Mar 4, 2021 · 31 min
Interview - The Honest Vocal Coach
You may be aware of Georgina aka The Honest Vocal Coach who runs a very popular YouTube channel designed to analyse the vocal styles - good and bad - of many popular singers. This episode takes a fascinating look into how Madonna's voice has developed over her career. Not to be missed!
Feb 26, 2021 · 30 min
Something To Remember - H from Steps
An interview with Ian Watkins - aka H from the UK band Steps - he's a big Madonna fan and we talk about how she's touched his life over the years.

Inside The Groove - Madonna’s Music

Album Deep Dive - 3 True Blue

Album Deep Dive - 2 Like A Virgin

Album Deep Dive - 1 Madonna

Special Episode - Madonna Covers (with Darren Hayes)

Deep Dive - Don‘t Tell Me

Special Episode -Deeper & Deeper Remixed & Revisited

Special Episode - Who‘s That Girl

Deep Dive - 4 Minutes

Deep Dive - Burning Up

Deep Dive - Evita (part 3) with The Honest Vocal Coach

Deep Dive - Evita (part 2)

Deep Dive - Evita (part 1)

Guest Episode - Ace of Base 'All That She Wants'

Deep Dive - Beautiful Stranger

Deep Dive - Hollywood

Deep Dive - Everybody

Deep Dive - Secret

Something To Remember - Kavana

Interview - The Honest Vocal Coach

Something To Remember - H from Steps