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Who hasn't tried to slide across the bumper or jump in the car window?... Right? RIGHT?
First aired in 1979, The Dukes of Hazzard was a wild mix of action, comedy, and rural Americana, following Bo and Luke Duke - two fun-loving cousins running afoul of the corrupt Boss Hogg while outwitting the law in their iconic Dodge Charger, the General Lee. But the theme song? Thatâs what stuck in your head long after the credits rolled.
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Jan Hammerâs Miami Vice Theme, a track so influential it didnât just define a show-it defined an era. And encouraged designer stubble. It did.
The Miami Vice theme wasnât your standard orchestral TV tune of the early '80s. Created by Czech-born composer Jan Hammer, the track broke the mold of the time by using synthesizers, electric drums, and a pulsing, moody atmosphere that was evident throughout the show's stylized crime drama aesthetic - where slo-mos and conveniently stacked fruit carts or cardboard boxes were on every corner. -
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Gothic horror soap mashup theme track has one helluva bite
Jace Everettâs Bad Things is hot, sticky and sweaty. Much like the setting of the HBO TV show it soundtracks. Brilliant in its seedy, sexy undercurrent, this was a theme that nearly never was. -
If you arrived here and have not said âthe wordsâ, thereâs nothing more we can do for you.
Thundercats is amazing. You knew it then. You know it now. The theme is equally as iconic. This staple from the 80âs/90âs is every bit as iconic as remember. And then some. Thank you Bernie Hoffer. Thank you. -
You may need to revisit that magic hour between returning home from school, doing some homework and then arsing about on your bike or climbing some trees..
....better still ask your folks about this one.
Bewitched, a sitcom that aired from 1964 to 1972, starred Elizabeth Montgomery as Samantha, a suburban witch trying to live a normal mortal life and Dick York as Darrin Stephens. The show blended domestic comedy with supernatural hi-jinks - and the theme music is unmistakable and unforgettable. -
We're tipping our straw hats to one of televisionâs most instantly recognizable - and oddly comforting - theme tunes: Little House on the Prairie.
Ahh, that opening melody - you know the one. The prairie stretches wide, the sun is golden, and little Laura Ingalls is tumbling down the hill like a tiny force of nature.
First aired in 1974, the show became a staple of family television throughout the â70s and early â80s. Based on the beloved books by Laura Ingalls Wilder, it told the story of the Ingalls familyâs life on the American frontier. But before the moral lessons and tear-jerking moments wrapped into each weekâs episodes, there was that sweeping, melodic, hopeful theme that somehow managed to wrap you in nostalgia, even if you didnât grow up anywhere near a prairie - or even in the 70s or 80s, come to think of it. -
Welcome to Show Tunes - the podcast where the only thing more addictive than television⊠is its music
âThis is not meth⊠this is musicâ
Today weâre diving into a theme tune thatâs equal parts desert dust, menace, and meth lab chic. Thatâs right - Breaking Bad. Weâve been away a short whileâŠagain, due to lives little bumps in the road, but are hoping you are keen to get into this one. Gas masks and Y-fronts are entirely optional. -
Today, weâre snapping our fingers to one of the catchiest, quirkiest, and most instantly recognizable theme songs in television history - The Addams Family
And really, what a tune it is! The Addams Family theme was written in 1964 by Vic Mizzy, a composer with a talent for, how should we sayâŠ. writing ear worms. -
Today, weâre shining the spotlight on one of the most beloved and instantly recognizable theme tunes in British television history
If you are of a certain vintage, letâs say above the age of 27, itâs fair to assume youâve watched a fair number of Only Fools And Horses episodes before they became memes, youâll have seen the sex dolls, the bar fall, the batman and robin run, the chandelier, the Dave / Rodney paradox, the mop handle.. youâll know the phrases Mange Tout, Mange Tout, During The War, Cushty, and of course the iconic âThis Time Next YearâŠâ.
Youâll know the characters too, so entrenched are they in UK TV culture and if youâve yet to experience the utter belly laughs and often really emotional storylines in one of the most enduring series ever made, then you are in for a treat. -
This week we're taking a petticoat-ed look back at an '80s classic. I know, I know, believe me, we feel old too.
The understated yet instantly recognizable theme song for Murder, She Wrote, composed by John Addison, is not to be confused with any of the tunes you may hear while waiting patiently for you go on a ride at a rather famous theme park.
The series debuted in September of 1984 running for twelve seasons and 264 episodes on CBS plus four TV movies all starring Angela Lansbury as "Jessica Fletcher", a mystery writer and amateur detective living in the fictional town of Cabot Cove, Maine. Murder, She Wrote went on to become one of the most successful and longest-running shows in the history of television, averaging over 25 million viewers in its prime.
The Murder, She Wrote theme is notable for its simplicity, it gets right in there and sets up a comfy chair, kicks off its shoes and nestles in for the night. The slightly jazzy, yet orchestral nature of the piece conveys both the sophistication of the protagonist and the mystery at the heart of the show.
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If you have a problem, and you can afford it, we've got a great podcast episode....
Today, weâre going to talk about a tune thatâs burned into the brain of anyone who grew up in the 80s or even heard about this iconic show through pop culture. You know the one. That heartbeat-thumping, action-packed, and undeniably memorable theme from The A-Team!
So, if you love it when a plan comes together, or need to drink laced milk before a flight, letâs break down why the A-Team theme is still one of the most unforgettable TV themes of all time. (image RTL.de + Archiv) -
What. A. Tune. Phantom Planet - California
Today, weâre diving into a song that defined a generation, launched a cultural phenomenon, and might just be the anthem of your teen years⊠or, if youâre like me, your adult years too. We're talking about California the theme from The O.C.!
Now, before you grumble about this being an easy pick, please remember that this song was so catchy, it really should have come with a health warning and practically became the fifth main character on the show. -
"Making your way in the world today takes everything you've got.."
If youâve ever found yourself humming âWhere Everybody Knows Your Nameâ, youâll know just how special this song is to a bunch of people, on both sides of the Atlantic. So, weâre going to unpack not only the song but sip on the little bit of magic behind its creation and why it should remain on the list of best TV themes ever--- for, wellâŠ.ever.
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The track wasnât just a catchy hit in 1996 â there's more going on here than just a tune that gets stuck in your head.
Alright, letâs dive in. The song we're talking about is "I Don't Want to Wait" by Paula Cole, and it's tied so perfectly to Dawsonâs Creek that itâs hard to imagine the show without it. Try, go one, picture Dawsonâs massive forehead and curtains hairstyle with any other song. It may be fun, but it is not right, is it?
First, letâs consider the way Dawsonâs Creek changed the game for teen dramas. It wasnât just about the high school love triangles or the angst of growing up; it was about showing the complexities of relationships, the messiness of emotions, and the blurry lines between adulthood and adolescence.
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Fountains, Umbrellas, Handclaps and double-takes it is of course, Friends....
....because, if weâre being honest, we could have kicked things off with this one but opted against it, as we felt it was too on the nose to begin a series with.
The theme song to Friends, âIâll Be There for Youâ by the LA alternative duo, The Rembrandts, is widely considered one of the best TV show themes ever made, and for good reason.
Aside from the fact that you can probably rattle off the lyrics verbatim, Iâll Be There For You really captures the heart of the show: lively, memorable, and full of that sense of friendship and togetherness that can only really be found on TV and/or prison. -
Today we're taking a sun-soaked trip down memory lane to explore the theme song of one of the most iconic shows of the '90s......... Baywatch.
Premiering in 1989, the show quickly became a global sensation. Itâs known for its beautiful beach setting, the heroism of the lifeguards, and launched the careers of its main cast members. But no matter where you were in the world, if you heard that theme song, and the opening drum roll, you knew exactly what you were in for.
The theme song itself is called Iâm Always Here, written and performed by Jimi Jamison, a rock singer best known for his work with the band Survivor â yep THAT Survivor â Eye Of The Tiger, Burning Heart etc.
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Today, weâre diving into one of the most iconic TV theme songs of all time: the opening theme to Malcolm in the Middle.
You know the oneâ itâs upbeat, catchy, rebellious, and practically impossible to forget. You can already hear it in your head right now, can't you?
This barnstorming theme, composed by the legendary alt-rock duo They Might Be Giants, isnât just another TV intro â it is doorway to the late 90s, early noughties.
Boiled down to just 30 seconds thereâs not an inch of fat to be found in Boss Of Me. In fact, the song is so unforgettable that many folks will instantly sing along, even if they werenât necessarily fans of the show, even years after the showâs last episode aired in 2006.
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The theme to Game of Thrones is one that you could easily guess in a pub quiz, even if thereâs a rabble spouting of nonsense at the table next to you, and if youâre likely to wince when someone says âWinter is comingâ in a faux Northern accent.
That is to say that the theme is one of most recognizable and iconic television scores ever created - and its creation is as intricate and thoughtful as the show itself.
Ramin Djawadi, the composer, had the unenviable task of capturing the grand scale of George R.R. Martin's world and translating it into a musical piece that would strike right at the hearts and souls of viewers whoâd already take to the material on a deep emotional level. -
The Thunderbirds theme, composed by Barry Gray, is one of the most iconic pieces of television music ever...
...instantly recognizable for its bold, heroic orchestration. First airing in 1965, the British sci-fi series created by Gerry and Sylvia Anderson became a beloved classic, with its blend of puppetry, futuristic technology, and action-packed plots. Gray's composition, featuring sweeping brass fanfares and cinematic orchestration, perfectly captured the high-stakes world of the show, adding excitement and grandeur to its thrilling rescues and advanced machines.
The themeâs lasting cultural impact is undeniable, becoming a symbol of British pop culture. Inspired by Hollywood blockbusters and military marches, Grayâs music conveyed a sense of bravery, adventure, and urgency, making it a perfect fit for the global, elite organization of International Rescue.
Over the years, the theme has been performed by orchestras, remixed, and parodied, cementing its place in the collective consciousness. Nearly six decades later, Thunderbirdsand its theme continue to be celebrated for their imagination and influenceâthough we can all agree, Thunderbird 2 was the best! -
In Episode 10 of Show Tunes, Stephen Steps Lowe takes a deep dive into the iconic theme song of Buffy the Vampire Slayer.
We look at how Joss Whedon envisioned the show's opening credits to blend the eerie atmosphere of horror with a lively rock 'n roll vibe, signaling that Buffy was far from a typical victim. Originally aiming for a somber instrumental intro, Whedon quickly realized the need for a more upbeat, rebellious sound that captured the show's quirky, youthful essence.
After a failed attempt with a Hollywood composer, Alyson Hannigan suggested the band Nerf Herder, who composed and recorded the unforgettable theme in just a few hours. The track became a defining part of the showâs identity, capturing Buffyâs fight against darkness while balancing her high school life.
The song's energetic riff became synonymous with the show, and its infectious melody resonated with fans, becoming an anthem of sorts. While the lyrics don't directly reference the show's plot or characters, they capture the spirit of Buffyâs dual life as a high school student and a vampire slayer.
The themeâs success went beyond its initial run, even being released as a single and remaining a beloved part of Buffy fandom. Despite its cultural impact, the song's humble beginnings and rapid recording process show how a bit of indie spirit helped define a generation of fans. - Laat meer zien
