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Promissory Note 07/17/2026

Promissory Note Rooted in Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s powerful words on America’s unfulfilled "promissory note" of equality, this mix bridges history and the dance floor with sincere intention. The journey opens and closes with Dr. King's voice, finding unexpected harmony alongside the cinematic synths of Le Matos, The Alan Parsons Project, and Hozier. In between, heavy-hitting combinations like Tiesto meeting Depeche Mode, and the soulful collision of Ray Charles, Beats International, and Madness, drive the narrative forward. It is a sonic exploration of hope, rhythm, and enduring truth. Press play and lean into the message. /episode/index/show/djdeedle/id/41641170

In Your Head 07/10/2026

In Your Head This week’s episode pulls together an eclectic, cross-generational mix of sounds designed to loop indefinitely in your psyche. We’re colliding eras and genres, twisting Benson Boone’s reflective hooks with the nostalgic energy of the Jackson 5, blending the legendary catalog of The Doors with the alternative rhythms of The Smiths and Talking Heads, and weaving a massive, multi-layered tapestry featuring everyone from Take That to Oasis and Sia. From smooth rhythms to high-energy mashup collisions, these tracks are rewired to echo in your thoughts long after the music stops playing. Press play, lean into the introspection, and find out exactly what’s living inside your head. /episode/index/show/djdeedle/id/41641080

Angels in the Architecture 07/03/2026

Angels in the Architecture Angels in the Architecture captures the spiritual spark within digital creation. Inspired by Paul Simon’s "You Can Call Me Al," the mix begins with a serene atmosphere, weaving together melodic layers from Cyndi Lauper and Kelly Clarkson. The focus then shifts to the intricate details that reinforce the structure of the sound. As the episode progresses, the architecture becomes more pronounced and the energy more industrial. The soft start evolves into a driving force, culminating in the hard-edged techno rhythms of James Hype and Mau P. It is a sonic progression that honors both the ethereal spark of a thought and the heavy machinery of a building beat. /episode/index/show/djdeedle/id/41640985

Meaning of Within 06/26/2026

Meaning of Within This week’s episode serves as a technical breakdown of the sonic soul. Inspired by the Beatles' introspective philosophy, the set functions like a high-performance audio chassis. We are looking past the plastic shell into the magnetic tape structure, where the architecture of the beat begins to take shape. From the reel-locking mechanism to the final capstan shaft, this episode is a study in how disparate artists like Depeche Mode, Queen, and Gloria Gaynor can be reassembled into a singular, momentum-building force. Explore the blueprint of the groove. /episode/index/show/djdeedle/id/41640715

Sweet Ride 06/19/2026

Sweet Ride Buckle up and check your mirrors; we’re taking the ultimate retro-futurist detour. This week’s show transforms your speakers into a chrome-plated, dual-deck boombox on wheels. We aren’t just cruising; we’re folding time. Whether you’re imagining the sleek lines of a DeLorean or the pop-up headlights of a cool Camero, this tracklist is built for high-speed nostalgia. We start by pitting Frankie Goes to Hollywood against Billy Ocean to see who really rules the road, before diving into a massive multi-car pileup of hits featuring Harold Faltermeyer, Rihanna, and Salt-N-Pepa. From the rhythmic precision of a New Order triple-threat to Prince catching a ride with Yes, "Sweet Ride" blends the synth-heavy foundations of the 1980s with modern energy. It’s a sonic commute where Duran Duran meets Little Boots, and Adele finds her way into the "Blue Monday" groove. /episode/index/show/djdeedle/id/41312255

Boogie to Beat 06/12/2026

Boogie to Beat This week, "beat" serves a dual purpose: it drives the soul and sets a high bar for excellence. This is quite literally the boogie to beat. DJDeedle bridges the gap between pre-disco pioneers like Walter Wanderly and The Beatles and contemporary grooves from Purple Disco Machine and Charli XCX. Hip-hop icons Run DMC, 2Pac, and Will Smith collide with pop royalty, including Britney Spears, Kelly Clarkson, and Lady Gaga. Whether Michael Jackson is jamming with Herbie Hancock or Daft Punk is meeting the Black Eyed Peas, this Deedlecast proves that a great beat is timeless. DJDeedle invites you to stop overthinking and start moving. Forget about just "being.” It is time to boogie to beat. /episode/index/show/djdeedle/id/41232035

Boot Disk 06/05/2026

Boot Disk Insert Disk 4 of 5 and prepare for a full operating system boot. This week, a high-density dive into the art of the bootleg. We are rewiring the golden era of floppy media, where Spandau Ballet provides the system files for a Simply Red-Dua Lipa crossover. From Falco collaborating with Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg to Nirvana meeting Kylie Minogue, these musical sectors are definitely not read-only. It is a sonic defragment where Bon Jovi dances safely with Men Without Hats and Lady Gaga finds herself entangled with Nine Inch Nails. Do not worry about a disk error; let DJDeedle initialize your audio drivers with this vintage-inspired mashup stream. No write-protection required. /episode/index/show/djdeedle/id/41231890

Happenstance an Episode 05/29/2026

Happenstance an Episode "It’s just happenstance: an episode," as the Human League once sang. This week’s show celebrates the beautiful accidents that occur when musical paths cross in the digital crate. We are chasing the unexpected: the moments where Stevie Nicks wanders into a Dance with the Dead set, or where Lady Gaga and Rick James find a shared groove with the Human League. From the synth-heavy streets of Robert Parker to the surprising intersection of Depeche Mode and Eric Clapton, these combinations shouldn't work on paper, yet they thrive in the mix. Stop fretting the genre lines and start racing toward the remix. It is a set built on unplanned events and the accidental chemistry of artists who were never meant to meet. /episode/index/show/djdeedle/id/41231745

Higher State of Disko 05/22/2026

Higher State of Disko This week, DJDeedle takes your disco to a higher state, weaving the industrial fabric of the likes of Michael Jackson, the Smiths, and Neil Diamond with the magical, irresistible beats and luster of Chic, Luxar, and Benny Gain. It is a reminder that when we mash up the past and the present, we reach a new level of awareness: one where the "freedom of disko" reigns supreme. Whether it is Sinead O’Connor meeting Chic or Electric Six collaborating with Michael Gray, this episode proves that, through the power of the mashup, we can build a more perfect, much funkier union. /episode/index/show/djdeedle/id/41168885

Push Me Pull You 05/15/2026

Push Me Pull You This week, a sonic tug-of-war exploring the friction and harmony created when iconic tracks are pitted against one another, highlighting the creative tension between artists across genres and decades. The title is inspired by the opening heavy-hitter, which blends Madonna’s "Papa Don’t Preach" with SAINT JHN’s "Roses" and Offiah’s "Push." Throughout the mix, you will hear unexpected pairings, from the Sugarhill Gang meeting Killing Joke to Nirvana clashing with The Superman Lovers. Whether it is the pop energy of Carly Rae Jepsen and Cyndi Lauper or the moody atmosphere of Nelly Furtado versus Phil Collins, every mashup celebrates the "push and pull" of the musical spectrum. /episode/index/show/djdeedle/id/40906180

New Old World Sound 05/08/2026

New Old World Sound This week, DJDeedle explores a vast landscape where The Doors ride the storm of modern beats and Wiz Khalifa cruises with The Cars. Experience the soulful grit of Gladys Knight & the Pips meeting the Steve Miller Band, or the unexpected harmony of Dr. Dre and Snoop alongside the Buena Vista Social Club. From the cinematic notes of Doc Martin to the high-energy collision of 2Pac and Fatboy Slim, bridge the gap between vintage soul and contemporary hip-hop. Press play to experience the "Old World" in a brand-new light. /episode/index/show/djdeedle/id/40865355

Count of Three 05/01/2026

Count of Three One, two, three. This week, a masterclass in sonic multiplication and addition where the sum is always greater than the parts. The rhythmic arithmetic grows complex as Sixpence None the Richer meets Green Day and Drake in a multi-layered blend. From the heavy hitters of Led Zeppelin and James Brown to the soulful resonance of Marvin Gaye and The Supremes, this set proves that three is the magic number. /episode/index/show/djdeedle/id/40865100

Reify 04/24/2026

Reify To reify is to take the abstract, a fleeting melody or a conceptual beat, and give it definite, material form. This week, DJDeedle turns the "what if" into the "what is," materializing sonic collisions that shouldn't work on paper but feel inevitable in the air. It’s a masterclass in concrete pop as Michael Jackson, The Weeknd, and Justin Timberlake solidify into a singular groove, giving "definite content" to the unexpected, like Sinead O’Connor finding her rhythm with Chic or Curtis Mayfield meeting Buffalo Springfield in a soulful revolution. Whether it’s the heavy-hitting reification of Korn covering Cameo or the ethereal blend of Pink Floyd and DJ Prince, these tracks are no longer just ideas; they are your new reality. Press play and witness the abstract become concrete. /episode/index/show/djdeedle/id/40732505

Street Science 04/17/2026

Street Science Welcome to the lab where the asphalt meets the atom. Have you heard of a young scientist called Duran Duran? In this week’s episode, DJDeedle conducts high-octane experiments in sonic fusion. Forget the Bunsen burners; the real heat comes from the collision of Michael Jackson, John Cougar Mellencamp, and those hungry Wild Boy wolves. It is a world where The Police patrol the neon-lit streets with T.Rex, and Queen discovers a common frequency with the Beatles. DJDeedle mixes 1980s legends with modern catalysts and reagents, proving that Rick Astley and Ke$ha share a surprising molecular bond. From the classic rock riffs of ZZ Top to the pop alchemy of Britney Spears and Guns n’ Roses, every track is a breakthrough in street-level physics. Step into the lab to witness the liquid streetlife where Missy Elliot meets Lipps, Inc., and Lenny Kravitz goes head-to-head with the Princess of Pop. This is not just a playlist: it is a theory of everything. /episode/index/show/djdeedle/id/40716830

Hot Diggity 04/10/2026

Hot Diggity DJDeedle’s been working on this one for so long that the working title was actually, “Going Nowhere.” But Hot Diggity! It’s finally ready for your discerning and highly tuned ears. DJDeedle is teaching some classic tracks new tricks, blending everyone from Rick Astley and Whitney Houston to the heavy-hitting riffs of AC/DC and Led Zeppelin. You will find Marvin Gaye and Hall & Oates prowling the same territory as 50 Cent and The Muppets in a sonic pedigree that is strictly top-shelf. This may have started out “going nowhere,” but it’s certainly found its feet. Stop chasing your tail and just hit play. /episode/index/show/djdeedle/id/40704515

Make Your Mind Up 04/03/2026

Make Your Mind Up Life and music are all about choices. But there are always so many options that it can be overwhelming. This week, DJDeedle narrows it down for you, mixes it up for maximum variety, and sends you all over the musical universe. Step into the rabbit hole to navigate a digital overload, a choice between the comfort of the blue pill and the truth of the red. By stripping away the paralysis of indecision, this mix blends the synthetic echoes of Yaz and Tears for Fears with high-energy collisions from The Who and Depeche Mode, transforming a world of chaotic noise into a singular, cohesive journey. /episode/index/show/djdeedle/id/40637630

Queen for a Day 03/27/2026

Queen for a Day Heavy is the head that wears the headphones. This week’s Deedlecast is a sonic coronation where genre boundaries are dissolved, and musical icons are reimagined. This episode is a fever dream of "what if" scenarios brought to life through seamless, high-energy alchemy. Whether you are here for the yacht-funk fusion or the pop-punk-glam hybrids, the hierarchy of sound is yours to command; for the next 45 minutes, you are the one wearing the crown. While the episode is titled for Dolly, the spirit of the show is hidden in the French soul of Native. In "Emmène-moi," they sing of being a "Princesse pour un soir" (Princess for one night), perfectly echoing the fleeting, royal magic of the episode's theme. When you pair that sentiment with the high-gloss disco energy of France Joli, you get a track that feels like a midnight ball in a Parisian club. It’s the moment in the podcast where the "Queen for a Day" title finds its younger, soulful cousin in a "Princess for a Night." /episode/index/show/djdeedle/id/40637545

Tables are Starting To Turn 03/20/2026

Tables are Starting To Turn In this week’s Deedlecast, mashups meet a musical uprising. Inspired by Tracy Chapman’s call for change, we explore every revolution of the record. From Devo to U2, witness a sonic shift where the tables are finally starting to turn. Just a note to the ultra-sensitive: there are a couple of rude words in this one. /episode/index/show/djdeedle/id/40391810

Get it Together 03/13/2026

Get it Together When icons collide, the magic happens. These high-energy mashups prove that when disparate sounds finally get it together, the results are electric. From James Brown to Prince, dive into an eclectic journey where unexpected pairings find their rhythm and every beat fits perfectly. /episode/index/show/djdeedle/id/40391710

Sonic Heirloom 03/06/2026

Sonic Heirloom This week, thrill to sounds spanning six decades. Precious keepsakes from the past get a touch of today, a gloss of yesterday, becoming more valuable and collectable than ever. Enjoy this collection of Sonic Heirlooms you'll want to treasure forever. /episode/index/show/djdeedle/id/40336220

The Places You Will Be From 02/27/2026

The Places You Will Be From This week’s collection of mashed tunes reminds us that, no matter who, how old, or where you are, you can always go home. The title, of course, comes from a line in “Closing Time,” a song by Semisonic, mixed into this show. The song, , Dan Wilson, is not really about an ending, the closing of the bar and tossing out all the patrons, but a beginning. DJDeedle hopes this show both reminds you of where you came from and takes you back to a new beginning in the places you will be from. /episode/index/show/djdeedle/id/40256645

Paisley Pop Technology 02/20/2026

Paisley Pop Technology From Yes, to Prince, to Lady Gaga, Van Halen, Journey, A-Ha, and Fleetwood Mac, this week's Deedlecast is filled to the brim with pop sounds. DJDeedle ties these sounds together with a dynamic combination of classic and cutting-edge tech, and synth 2026 sounds like the Purple Disco Machine. It's 48 minutes of pure fun. /episode/index/show/djdeedle/id/40170415

What's Your Damage? 02/13/2026

What's Your Damage? Back in the 1980s, when we wanted to know what your problem was, we asked, "what's your damage?" This week, no matter what your problem is, these tunes mashed and mixed from the 80s, 70s, 60s, and today will fix your damage. /episode/index/show/djdeedle/id/40049250

Into the Disco Scene 02/06/2026

Into the Disco Scene This week, jump into the glitz and the glam and boogie down to the disco sound. Even if you weren't around in the 1970s for the first go-around, these tunes will get you right into the disco scene. /episode/index/show/djdeedle/id/39941340

80s Walk 01/30/2026

80s Walk In the 1980s, we really walked the walk. And no walk in the 80s would be complete without those amazing tunes. We had the best bands, like Tears for Fears, Spandau Ballet, U2, the Cars, the Pet Shop Boys, and Hall & Oates. And solo singers, like Janet Jackson, Whitney Houston, Jody Whatly, and Cyndi Lauper were beyond compare. This week, let's take a walk in our top-siders with the curly laces, Chuck Taylors, or your Nike Air Force 1s. Choose your style. /episode/index/show/djdeedle/id/39941085

Thank You Internet 01/16/2026

Thank You Internet Back in the day, mashups, audio collages, and cutups were just something you heard on websites that found those special handmade creations for you. One legendary site was "Some Assembly Required." Jon Nelson hosted the nationally syndicated radio program Some Assembly Required from 1999-2011. , he honored DJDeedle by ending his run with my very own first mashup, "Come Tangerine Together." The internet has given us so much. But for DJDeedle, the internet is a feast of music. This Deedlecast episode is dedicated to Jon Nelson and his epic work of bringing the best of internet musical creations to light. /episode/index/show/djdeedle/id/39763635

King of Shimmy 12/19/2025

King of Shimmy It's time to get your groove on with his royal highness of sound, the King of Shimmy. Classic kings of shimmy like Roger Miller, Robbie Williams, Bill Withers, Carl Douglas, and the Temptations hold court with their heirs to the throne like Duran Duran, Led Zeppelin, Run DMC, AC/DC, Katie Enlow, CCR, and more to bring the art of the shimmy into the 21st Century. /episode/index/show/djdeedle/id/39477575

Jukebox Movement 12/12/2025

Jukebox Movement This week, DJDeedle invites you to join Jukebox Movement. This jukebox is filled to the brim with thrills and chills from the 1980s, mixed and mashed with anything and everything, running the gamut of musical genres. /episode/index/show/djdeedle/id/39362285

Redeye to Maracaibo 12/05/2025

Redeye to Maracaibo Venezuela has been in the news lately for all kinds of reasons, and none of them good. But that shouldn't stop you from catching this week's adventure: a Redeye to Maracaibo. Just don't try to use your phrasebook Spanish at the airport. They won't understand a word. /episode/index/show/djdeedle/id/39286500

Secrets and Mysteries 11/27/2025

Secrets and Mysteries The world is filled with secrets and mysteries. This Deedlecast has been waiting since Valentine's Day in 2017 to unlock the hidden secrets and tantalizing mysteries of our world, delving deep into the shadows, revealing astonishing truths, and exploring the unexplained, where the extraordinary lies just beneath the surface. Are you ready to uncover the musical wonders within? /episode/index/show/djdeedle/id/39193600

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