On this episode of Music of the Mat, Andrew is joined for the first time by Jamie O&#39;Doherty (Dramatic DDT) for another look at some themes from DDT Wrestling! With the 25th anniversary of the company only a few months away, Andrew and Jamie discuss the state of the company in 2021, the strong roster of talent at their disposal, and of course get into a grab bag of various themes for Konosuke Takeshita, Tetsuya Endo, Danshoku Dieno, Saki Akai, Jun Akiyama, and more!Follow Music of the Mat on Twitter: @MusicoftheMatFollow Andrew Rich on Twitter: @AndrewTRichFollow Jamie on Twitter: @JamieODFollow Dramatic DDT on Twitter: @DramaticDDTExplore the Dramatic DDT website: dramaticddt.wordpress.comAll VOW podcasts, articles, previews, and reviews: VoicesofWrestling.comJoin the VOW Discord to discuss Music of the Mat and other shows/topics: https://discord.gg/SFRwWdJDonate to Music of the Mat and other VOW podcasts: VoicesofWrestling.com/DonateSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/music-of-the-mat/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Music of the Mat #119: DDT Wrestling Vol. 2

On this episode of Music of the Mat, Andrew is joined once again by Sean Flynn as they discuss the themes of Paul London! London first made a name for himself as one of the original homegrown stars of Ring of Honor, known for his high-risk matches that caused fans to chant "Please don&#39;t die!" at him. To many, he is best known for his time in WWE as Cruiserweight Champion and Tag Team Champion with longtime partner Brian Kendrick. After leaving WWE, London became "The Intrepid Traveler" on the indies and things got a bit strange. Andrew and Sean discuss some of London&#39;s most prominent entrance themes, his crowd connection in ROH, his career arc in relation to his theme music, and more!Follow Music of the Mat on Twitter: @MusicoftheMatFollow Andrew on Twitter: @AndrewTRichFollow Sean on Twitter: @spiffie6123This episode of Music of the Mat is sponsored by HelloFresh.Go to HelloFresh.com/vow14 and use the code vow14 to get up to 14 free meals and free shipping!All VOW podcasts, articles, previews, and reviews: VoicesofWrestling.comJoin the VOW Discord to discuss Music of the Mat and other shows/topics: https://discord.gg/SFRwWdJDonate to Music of the Mat and other VOW podcasts: VoicesofWrestling.com/DonateSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/music-of-the-mat/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Music of the Mat #118: Paul London

On this episode of Music of the Mat, Andrew talks about his trip to Chicago for AEW All Out 2021!Follow Music of the Mat on Twitter: @MusicoftheMatFollow Andrew Rich on Twitter: @AndrewTRichAll VOW podcasts, articles, previews, and reviews: VoicesofWrestling.comJoin the VOW Discord to discuss Music of the Mat and other shows/topics: https://discord.gg/SFRwWdJDonate to Music of the Mat and other VOW podcasts: VoicesofWrestling.com/DonateSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/music-of-the-mat/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Music of the Mat #117: Going All Out

On this episode of Music of the Mat, it&#39;s the debut of a new series here on the show called Music Memories! The premise sees Andrew inviting on a guest to discuss three significant memories from their wrestling fandom that are connected to music. These memories could be from a wrestling show, a wrestling video game, or even a TV show or movie that is about wrestling.For the first installment, Andrew chats with Rich Kraetsch (Voices of Wrestling) about being a wrestling fan during the summer of &#39;98, No Mercy mods, the return of CM Punk, and more!Follow Music of the Mat on Twitter: @MusicoftheMatFollow Andrew on Twitter: @AndrewTRichFollow Rich/Voices of Wrestling on Twitter: @voiceswrestlingThis episode of Music of the Mat is sponsored by HelloFresh.Go to http://HelloFresh.com/vow14 and use the code vow14 to get up to 14 free meals and free shipping!All VOW podcasts, articles, previews, and reviews: VoicesofWrestling.comJoin the VOW Discord to discuss Music of the Mat and other shows/topics: https://discord.gg/SFRwWdJDonate to Music of the Mat and other VOW podcasts: VoicesofWrestling.com/DonateSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/music-of-the-mat/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Music of the Mat #116: Music Memories with Rich Kraetsch

On this episode of Music of the Mat, Andrew is joined once again by Ricardo Gallegos (Voices of Wrestling, Los Lucha Jobbers) to dive back into the wonderful world of lucha libre. Andrew and Ricardo play a grab bag of themes for some of lucha&#39;s biggest and best characters, including Místico, Último Guerrero, Dr. Wagner Jr., Hijo del Vikingo, Psycho Clown, and more!Follow Music of the Mat on Twitter: @MusicoftheMatFollow Andrew on Twitter: @AndrewTRichFollow Ricardo on Twitter: @wallyrgrFollow Los Lucha Jobbers on Twitter: @LuchaJobbersAll VOW podcasts, articles, previews, and reviews: VoicesofWrestling.comJoin the VOW Discord to discuss Music of the Mat and other shows/topics: https://discord.gg/SFRwWdJDonate to Music of the Mat and other VOW podcasts: VoicesofWrestling.com/DonateSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/music-of-the-mat/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Music of the Mat #115: Las Canciones de Lucha

*Falling bomb sound effect* On this episode of Music of the Mat, Andrew is joined once again by Andrew Sinclair (Voices of Wrestling) to discuss the themes of Bubba Ray and D-Von, the Dudley Boyz! As the most decorated tag team of all time, the Dudley Boyz spent the better part of 20 years as a top team in ECW, WWE, and TNA (where they were known as Team 3D). The two Andrews go over the multitude of hard and heavy Dudley Boyz themes, the singles runs for both men and their varying degrees of success, the infamous Aces & Eights storyline, and much more!Follow Music of the Mat on Twitter: @MusicoftheMatFollow Andrew Rich on Twitter: @AndrewTRichFollow Andrew Sinclair on Twitter: @AMSinclair97All VOW podcasts, articles, previews, and reviews: VoicesofWrestling.comJoin the VOW Discord to discuss Music of the Mat and other shows/topics: https://discord.gg/SFRwWdJDonate to Music of the Mat and other VOW podcasts: VoicesofWrestling.com/DonateSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/music-of-the-mat/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Music of the Mat #114: Dudley Boyz

Well, here comes the pain! On this episode of Music of the Mat, Andrew is joined once again by Suit Williams (Voices of Wrestling, Smark Sports) to discuss the theme history of "The Beast" Brock Lesnar. From his meteoric rise to becoming the youngest WWE Champion of all time, to his decision to leave WWE in 2004 for the NFL, to his controversial run in New Japan, to his days as a champion in UFC, and his return to WWE in 2012 as a special attraction, Brock has had an incredibly noteworthy career both in and out of pro wrestling. Andrew and Suit discuss Brock&#39;s short, yet impactful list of wrestling themes, his specialness, the highlights and lowlights of his time in wrestling, and Suit&#39;s Brockumentary series at VOW.Follow Music of the Mat on Twitter: @MusicoftheMatFollow Andrew on Twitter: @AndrewTRichFollow Suit on Twitter: @SuitWilliamsFollow Smark Sports on Twitter: @SmarkSportsAll VOW podcasts, articles, previews, and reviews: VoicesofWrestling.comJoin the VOW Discord to discuss Music of the Mat and other shows/topics: https://discord.gg/SFRwWdJDonate to Music of the Mat and other VOW podcasts: VoicesofWrestling.com/DonateSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/music-of-the-mat/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Music of the Mat #113: Brock Lesnar

On this episode of Music of the Mat, Andrew does another solo Q&A session! He answers questions from the listeners about a variety of subjects, including: Licensed entrance themes; butt rock; Kenta Kobashi themes; Andrew's reading list; video game soundtracks; crafting a wrestling theme setlist for a hypothetical Twin Peaks season 4; silly lyrics; and much much more! Follow Music of the Mat on Twitter: @MusicoftheMat Follow Andrew on Twitter: @AndrewTRich This episode of Music of the Mat is sponsored by MANSCAPED. Go to Manscaped.com and use the code MOTM to get 20% off and free shipping on your order! All VOW podcasts, articles, previews, and reviews: VoicesofWrestling.com Join the VOW Discord to discuss Music of the Mat and other shows/topics: https://discord.gg/SFRwWdJ Donate to Music of the Mat and other VOW podcasts: VoicesofWrestling.com/Donate Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/music-of-the-mat/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Music of the Mat #112: Q&A 2021

On this episode of Music of the Mat, Andrew is joined again by Benno (GRAPPL Spotlight, POST Wrestling's British Wrestling Experience) to discuss the themes of CM Punk! As one of modern wrestling's most talked about performers, Punk's eventful career has taken him from the lowliest of indies to being WWE Champion to an abrupt retirement after walking away from it all. On the precipice of the 10-year anniversary of his infamous "pipebomb" promo, Andrew and Benno chat about the highs and lows of Punk's career, what made him so great, and of course his iconic entrance themes such as "Miseria Cantare (The Beginning)," "Cult of Personality," "This Fire Burns," and more. So grab a Pepsi and get ready to wax nostalgic about slapping barricades and fighting in strip clubs, because it's clobbering time! Follow Music of the Mat on Twitter: @MusicoftheMat Follow Andrew on Twitter: @AndrewTRich Follow Benno on Twitter: @BensonRichardE Follow GRAPPL on Twitter: @GRAPPLapp Follow POST Wrestling on Twitter: @POSTwrestling This episode of Music of the Mat is sponsored by MANSCAPED. Go to Manscaped.com and use the code MOTM to get 20% off and free shipping on your order! All VOW podcasts, articles, previews, and reviews: VoicesofWrestling.com Join the VOW Discord to discuss Music of the Mat and other shows/topics: https://discord.gg/SFRwWdJ Donate to Music of the Mat and other VOW podcasts: VoicesofWrestling.com/Donate Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/music-of-the-mat/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Music of the Mat #111: CM Punk

On this episode of Music of the Mat, Andrew is joined once again by Sean Sedor (Voices of Wrestling) to discuss the TV themes of WWE's ECW brand, informally known as WWECW. Debuting 15 years ago with a one-hour show on SyFy, WWECW was an attempt to capitalize on potent ECW nostalgia by creating a unique third brand with ECW originals, bloody hardcore matches, and a grittier feel. But over time, the brand morphed into something much different than the original ECW. Andrew and Sean chat about their memories of the brand's beginning, the various changes that occurred over the course of its existence, and of course the TV themes of the show on SyFy. Follow Music of the Mat on Twitter: @MusicoftheMat Follow Andrew on Twitter: @AndrewTRich Follow Sean on Twitter: @SASedor2994 All VOW podcasts, articles, previews, and reviews: VoicesofWrestling.com Join the VOW Discord to discuss Music of the Mat and other shows/topics: https://discord.gg/SFRwWdJ Donate to Music of the Mat and other VOW podcasts: VoicesofWrestling.com/Donate Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/music-of-the-mat/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Music of the Mat #110: WWECW TV Themes

On this episode of Music of the Mat, Andrew is joined once again by Mike Spears (Open the Voice Gate, Everything Elite) to discuss some more themes from the wonderful world in Dragongate. Today, Andrew and Mike look at the unit and singles themes of the classic DG stable Millenials: Eita, T-Hawk, U-T, Yosuke♡Santa Maria, Flamita, Kotoka, El Lindaman, and Rocky Lobo. Making their mark during the mid-2010s, the unit was a group of young guns who made everyone born before 1990 their enemy. Andrew and Mike go over the impact of the stable, the individual successes (or failures) of each member, and the connective tissue of their awesome themes. Follow Music of the Mat on Twitter: @MusicoftheMat Follow Andrew on Twitter: @AndrewTRich Follow Mike on Twitter: @fujiiheya Follow Open the Voice Gate on Twitter: @openvoicegate Follow Everything Elite on Twitter: @EverythingAEW All VOW podcasts, articles, previews, and reviews: VoicesofWrestling.com Join the VOW Discord to discuss Music of the Mat and other shows/topics: https://discord.gg/SFRwWdJ Donate to Music of the Mat and other VOW podcasts: VoicesofWrestling.com/Donate Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/music-of-the-mat/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Music of the Mat #109: Millenials

Well goddamn, pal. On this episode of Music of the Mat, Andrew is joined once again by Lee Malone (Days of Thunder Podcast) as they take a look at the themes of the illustrious McMahon family: Vince, Linda, Shane, and Stephanie. The McMahons have been at the center of the WWE empire since the beginning, at first behind the scenes and then eventually all over TV. This includes matches, angles, feuds, weddings, exploding limos, fugue states, Kiss My Ass Clubs, falling off great heights, and of course entrance themes. Andrew and Lee discuss the themes of the McMahons, reminisce about some of their favorite moments, and throw in a few Vince impressions along the way (because honestly it's too much fun not to). Follow Music of the Mat on Twitter: @MusicoftheMat Follow Andrew on Twitter: @AndrewTRich Follow Lee on Twitter: @Malone_713 Follow Days of Thunder on Twitter: @WCWThunderPod All VOW podcasts, articles, previews, and reviews: VoicesofWrestling.com Join the VOW Discord to discuss Music of the Mat and other shows/topics: https://discord.gg/SFRwWdJ Donate to Music of the Mat and other VOW podcasts: VoicesofWrestling.com/Donate Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/music-of-the-mat/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Music of the Mat #108: The McMahons

Everybody here comes 2 Cold Scorpio! On this episode of Music of the Mat, Andrew is joined once again by JoJo Remy (Voices of Wrestling) to discuss the themes of 2 Cold Scorpio. Scorpio is one of the most preeminent high-flyers of his generation, and he has some rather fun (and funky) themes to boot! Andrew and JoJo discuss Scorpio's career, his level of influence, and the many songs that had us moving and grooving as Scorpio made his entrance. Follow Music of the Mat on Twitter: @MusicoftheMat Follow Andrew on Twitter: @AndrewTRich Follow JoJo on Twitter: @jojo_runs This episode of Music of the Mat is sponsored by MANSCAPED. Go to Manscaped.com and use the code MOTM to get 20% off and free shipping on your order! All VOW podcasts, articles, previews, and reviews: VoicesofWrestling.com Join the VOW Discord to discuss Music of the Mat and other shows/topics: https://discord.gg/SFRwWdJ Donate to Music of the Mat and other VOW podcasts: VoicesofWrestling.com/Donate Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/music-of-the-mat/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Music of the Mat #107: 2 Cold Scorpio

I SAID ARE YOU READY..... FOR THE SURVIVOR SE- er, WRESTLEMANIA! On this episode of Music of the Mat, Andrew and Joe Gagne (5 Star Match Game) discuss the 1993 record WrestleMania: The Album. Not a traditional wrestling album by any means, this infamous release is full of songs where wrestlers talk and cut promos over pop music. Yes, that's the concept. Andrew and Joe go through each goofy, albeit catchy song for wrestlers like Bret Hart, The Undertaker, Randy Savage, Mr. Perfect, and The Nasty Boys, as well as the classic title track and much more. Pump it up, pump it up! Follow Music of the Mat on Twitter: @MusicoftheMat Follow Andrew on Twitter: @AndrewTRich Follow Joe on Twitter: @JoeGagne Follow 5 Star Match Game on Twitter: @5StarMatchGame This episode of Music of the Mat is sponsored by MANSCAPED. Go to Manscaped.com and use the code MOTM to get 20% off and free shipping on your order! All VOW podcasts, articles, previews, and reviews: VoicesofWrestling.com Join the VOW Discord to discuss Music of the Mat and other shows/topics: https://discord.gg/SFRwWdJ Donate to Music of the Mat and other VOW podcasts: VoicesofWrestling.com/Donate Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/music-of-the-mat/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Music of the Mat #106: WrestleMania The Album

On this episode of Music of the Mat, Andrew and James Truepenny (The Truepenny Show, Steel Chair Magazine) celebrate International Women's Month by looking at another batch of classic Joshi themes! They discuss the themes of such iconic wrestlers as Aja Kong, Megumi Kudo, Dump Matsumoto, Dynamite Kansai, and more! Follow Music of the Mat on Twitter: @MusicoftheMat Follow Andrew on Twitter: @AndrewTRich Follow James on Twitter: @SheriffLonestar Follow The Truepenny Show on Twitter @TruepennyShow Listen to The Truepenny Show: https://soundcloud.com/user-807479608 All VOW podcasts, articles, previews, and reviews: VoicesofWrestling.com Join the VOW Discord to discuss Music of the Mat and other shows/topics: https://discord.gg/SFRwWdJ Donate to Music of the Mat and other VOW podcasts: VoicesofWrestling.com/Donate Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/music-of-the-mat/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Music of the Mat #105: The Eternal Queens of Joshi Vol. 2

Music and professional wrestling have intertwined for decades. Join wrestling fan Andrew Rich as he explores the relationship between the suplex and the soundtrack.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/music-of-the-mat/donations

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