CINEMATIC SOUND RADIO began as a one-man operation in September of 1996. The site has had many extremely talented contributors over the years, and instead of one host and one show, the CINEMATIC SOUND RADIO NETWORK now has ten full-time programs hosted by eight extremely talented and diverse individuals. We also have a resident voice-over artist and composer. How cool is that? Not bad for a small program that began on college radio in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, many years ago.
You can find all the information about our team below. Even though I haven’t met four of them in person, I’m proud of them all and feel privileged to be friends with them all.
ERIK WOODS founder / executive producer / host The Flagship Show
Erik Woods is the founder and executive producer of the film, TV and video game music radio show/podcast Cinematic Sound Radio. The show, which began in 1996, is heard exclusively online and on-demand after spending its first ten years on terrestrial radio at C101.5 FM in Hamilton, Ontario.
Erik has a broadcast journalism diploma from Mohawk College and has spent his professional career in the video production industry working as an editor, cinematographer, sound recordist/editor, producer, and director.
He is also a proud member of the International Film Music Critics Association (IFMCA). Read more about Erik and the history of Cinematic Sound Radio here.
JASON DRURY host The Archive with Jason Drury
Born in Margate, Kent, in 1969, Jason Drury developed an early passion for film music, inspired by Barry Gray’s score for Thunderbirds. A powerful experience with John Williams’ Close Encounters of the Third Kind led him to begin collecting film scores, starting with James Horner’s Star Trek III: The Search for Spock on vinyl in 1985.
In 2010, he ventured into radio by producing a show on Jerry Goldsmith for KASPAAR. By 2015, he had completed a three-part documentary on James Horner. Jason joined Cinematic Sound Radio in 2016, hosting The Archive and Talking Soundtracks. Since 2021, he has interviewed prominent composers for Film Score Monthly. Outside of podcasting, Jason enjoys going to the cinema and Cricket. He is a member of the International Film Music Critics Association (IFMCA).
ERIC SILVER host 1UpBeat
Eric Silver discovered his love for movie scores at age eight, inspired by John Williams’ iconic Star Wars music. Determined to master music, he learned the trumpet by playing along with these scores, captivated by Williams’ melodies and those of other composers.
As Eric grew older, the film industry shifted away from prominent, melodic scores, while video games embraced live orchestration. Games like Final Fantasy IV captured the sweeping, emotional sound of classic movie scores, drawing Eric’s attention to game music.
His passion led him to conduct and arrange music for game concerts and compose his own video game music. Now, as the host of The 1UpBeat, Eric shares the best orchestral game music from the past 30 years, continuing his mission to celebrate the emotional magic of game scores.
RANDY ANDREWS host The Anime Spectacular and The Essential Soundtracks
Randy Andrews, based in Nebraska, USA, is the host and producer of Anime Spectacular, a show dedicated to Japanese animation music, and Soundtrack Alley, a podcast that discusses film scores. For several years, Randy produced Soundtrack Alley independently until the summer of 2020, when he joined the Cinematic Sound Radio Network. The podcast was later renamed The Essential Soundtracks, though previous episodes of Soundtrack Alley/The Essential Soundtracks are still available.
Randy has interviewed prominent film composers, including Bruce Rowland, Craig Safan, Carlos Rafael Rivera, and Blake Neely. He has also hosted a soundtrack panel at Omaha Comic-Con. Currently, Randy continues to create new content for Cinematic Sound Radio. In addition to his work in podcasting, he enjoys drawing and writing in his free time.
ROBERT DANIELS host Obscure Scores
Robert Daniels has over 25 years of experience in media, working in TV as a producer, director, and editor, and in radio as a music director and production engineer. He has also performed on stage with Drayton Entertainment in shows like Twist and Shout and Legends of Rock and Roll.
Since 2000, Rob has hosted Visions in Sound, a radio program on FM 98.5 CKWR, focusing on movie, TV, and video game soundtracks. He has interviewed several notable composers, including Howard Shore (The Lord of the Rings), John Powell (The Bourne Identity, How to Train Your Dragon), and Lolita Ritmanis (Batman: The Animated Series). In 2014, he made a brief appearance in Mega Shark vs. Mecha Shark. He also hosted panels at TriCon and Toronto Comic Con. Rob currently works for FM 98.5 CKWR as their Production Engineer.
LEY BRICKNELL host FILMIC
Ley Bricknell’s youth was spent immersed in movies, missing out on the Rolling Stones, classic TV, and Discotheque in favor of black-and-white, Technicolor, and indie films. It was the film scores that left the biggest impact. While friends danced to the latest chart hits, Ley was captivated by John Barry’s 007 scores and other film music. Her hard-earned money quickly disappeared on soundtracks—vinyl, CDs, and now downloads. What started as an interest has grown into a passion, with a collection that desperately needs to be organised alphabetically.
With over 25 years in radio production and broadcasting, Ley has hosted Filmic for 10 years, playing both new and vintage scores. Known for its ‘weird and wonderful’ segments, Filmic keeps listeners guessing. Ley is also a member of The International Film Music Critics Association (IFMCA). Popcorn is compulsory!
TIM BURDEN the voice of CINEMATIC SOUND RADIO and guest host
Tim Burden is a voice artist, radio presenter, and arts professional based in Northern Ireland. He collaborates with various arts organizations, producing film-related events such as a concert featuring music from Sir Kenneth Branagh’s films, a Star Wars Saga concert series across the UK, including the iconic Royal Albert Hall, and an evening with composer George Fenton. Tim also organizes themed screenings, drive-in movie events, and hosts Q&A sessions and film music workshops for Cinemagic, Belfast Film Festival, and Poland’s Transatlantyk Festival. He is a member of the International Film Music Critics Association (IFMCA).
Tim provides the voice for all the Cinematic Sound Radio bumpers you hear on our shows. Discover more of Tim’s work on his official website.
DAVID COSCINA composer and host of Composer Conversations
David grew up with a wide range of music, but it was orchestral soundtracks that truly resonated with him. Starting at age 10, he played the piano and began composing. In high school, he played in concert bands and jazz orchestras, leading him to study music at York University in the late ‘80s, where he focused on film scoring under David Mott (jazz theory) and James Tenney (composition). After graduating, David scored independent films, including My Father’s Hands (1998), which earned critical acclaim and a Golden Sheaf Award nomination. He also arranged orchestral music for rock/pop songs.
David’s style blends early 20th-century orchestral music with jazz harmonies, influenced by composers like John Williams and Mahler. David wrote the official theme for Cinematic Sound Radio in 2013. Recently, he’s focused on concert pieces. Check out more of his music HERE!
J. BLAKE FICHERA host Scored To Death Radio
J. Blake Fichera is the author of Scored to Death: Conversations with Some of Horror’s Greatest Composers and its sequel, Scored to Death 2: More Conversations with Some of Horror’s Greatest Composers. He has taught film studies at the State University of New York at Purchase and contributed to prominent film and music publications, including Rue Morgue, Scream, Video Watchdog, and MovieMaker magazines. Additionally, Blake has written essays and liner notes for vinyl LP releases from Mondo/Death Waltz Records and Cadabra Records.
Blake also hosts Scored to Death: The Podcast, as well as Scored to Death: Radio. He also directed the documentary, Scored to Death: The Dark Art of Scary Movie Music, due out in 2025. A professional film/television editor and producer, Blake is also an active musician in the New York City area and a proud inductee into the New York Blues Hall of Fame.
FORMER HOSTS
BRENDON SHEA-MUTALA host Breaking The Waves
Brandon-Shea Mutala’s love for music began in his childhood, with his mother playing vinyl records by Supertramp, Streethart, Whitney Houston, and Tina Turner during family dance parties. This passion evolved into an obsession with electronic music at age 18 when he discovered artists like Tangerine Dream and Aphex Twin while attending the University of Regina.
Movies also played a significant role in his life, with childhood memories of borrowing a VCR from his grandparents. His early introduction to scary films shaped his cinematic tastes.
In 2010, after becoming a parent, Brandon-Shea started collecting film scores, blending his love for music with his passion for movies. He lives with his wife, Marcy, and three daughters, and is an avid Star Trek fan.