The Tracklist

What do you get when a koala stages a singing competition with a pig, porcupine, and gorilla? A surprisingly emotional jukebox musical that actually slaps. In this episode, hosts TheDaronJenkins [https://www.instagram.com/thedaronjenkins/] and @ChrisSaunders_Music [https://www.instagram.com/chrissaunders_music/] dive into Sing (2016) — Illumination’s animated crowd-pleaser stacked with pop hits and unexpected heart. We break down how the soundtrack elevates the story, why @ToriKelly and #TaronEgerton absolutely understood the assignment, and what #Sing teaches us about using familiar #music to create fresh emotional resonance. Be sure to like and subscribe to the Tracklist on Instagram @tracklistshow [https://www.instagram.com/tracklistshow/]

We’re rewinding to 1986 for a look at Pretty in Pink, one of the most influential teen films of the decade—and its unforgettable soundtrack. From The Psychedelic Furs and Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark to Echo & the Bunnymen, we unpack how this New Wave-heavy tracklist elevated the film’s emotional core and rewrote the rules of music supervision. A love letter to heartbreak, eyeliner, and synths. Follow Us on Instagram @tracklistshow [https://www.instagram.com/tracklistshow] ==== If in NYC on July 4th, be sure to check out Tracklist co-host @chrissaunders_music performing at the unveiling of the WALL OF SHAME 2-4 pm @ PINE BOX ROCK SHOP [https://www.instagram.com/pineboxrockshop/], 12 Grattan St., Brooklyn

This week on The Tracklist, we unpack Becoming Led Zeppelin—the long-awaited 2025 documentary chronicling the birth of one of rock's most iconic bands. From rare live performances to behind-the-scenes studio sessions, we explore how the film’s soundtrack captures the chaos, creativity, and legacy of Zeppelin’s rise. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or just discovering the band, this one’s for you.

On this episode of The Tracklist, JT Curtis [https://www.instagram.com/jtcurtismusic/] joins Daron Jenkins [https://www.instagram.com/thedaronjenkins] and Chris Saunders [https://www.instagram.com/chrissaunders_music/] to break down the iconic music and movie moments of Wayne’s World. Rock history meets comedy cult classic. JT Curtis is a Guitarist / Singer / Producer best known for playing “George Harrison” in the Broadway production of LET IT BE and as the host of the YouTube series HISTORY OF ROCK [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y-e_vc7sU80]

This week on The Tracklist, we dive headfirst into the film that some people swear is a cult classic … and others (hi, Daron 👋) swear at. That’s right — we’re talking Empire Records (1995). With a soundtrack that slaps harder than the film’s Rotten Tomatoes critic score (a tragic 35%), Chris (@chrissaunders_music) and Daron (@thedaronjenkins) dissect why the music might be the only thing holding this Gen X rollercoaster together. From Gin Blossoms to the great “Rex Manning Day” debate, we’re breaking down the hits, the misses, and the moments that made this movie a cult fave — even if the plot is messier than a Record Store Day sale. 🎧 Why listen? * Hear us wrestle with nostalgia vs. reality * A brutally honest take on the film’s legacy * An ode to one of the '90s most iconic soundtracks Follow the pod @tracklistshow and stream wherever you get your audio fix. Because sometimes... the soundtrack is the movie.