QUICK BANGS. A fresh addition to Never Stop Candy Bang.

We’re launching something spontaneous and exciting: quick-fire episodes dedicated to sound, vision, and storytelling that moves us. From groundbreaking films and unforgettable TV episodes to exceptional sound design and music, and stories that push boundaries, Quick Bangs is where we celebrate work that stands out.

The concept is simple: we grab the recorder, hit record, and dive straight into conversation. No overthinking, no overproduction—just pure, unfiltered passion for sound.

Quick Bang 01 – Sorry, Baby

In this special episode, Sophie and Pete sit down and discuss Sorry, Baby, the wonderful film by Eva Victor that gave them a reason to chat...

This first conversation touches on the film’s performances, its nonlinear approach to memory, and the gentle cinematography that allows its characters to breathe on screen.

“It’s such a simple story, yet told with such clarity and intention. The relationship at the beginning is so well established, which makes the shift that follows all the more powerful.” - Sophie Sound

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Sophie and Pete invite Australian director of ‘The Greatest Showman’ and the raw as hell Robbie Williams biopic ‘Better Man’, Michael Gracey, to talk through his passion for sound and vision by breaking down his films and commercials. In this episode, we continue the tale of Mr. Gracey's Creative Mind. Listen to the first part in the link below.

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In this episode, Sophie and Pete invite Australian director of 'The Greatest Showman' and the raw as hell Robbie Williams biopic 'Better Man', Michael Gracey, to talk through his passion for sound and vision by breaking down his films and commercials.

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Michael Gracey is an Australian filmmaker. He began his career in visual effects at the studio Animal Logic before moving into directing commercials and music videos, working with artists such as P!nk and Natasha Bedingfield.

He made his feature film debut with the hit musical The Greatest Showman (2017), starring Hugh Jackman. Better Man marks his second feature film. Better Man is a 2024 biographical musical drama following the life of English singer Robbie Williams. The film features Robbie Williams—portrayed as an anthropomorphic chimpanzee via motion capture by Jonno Davies and co-voiced by Williams himself—alongside Steve Pemberton and Alison Steadman.

Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KVeH5T4wxkE

In this episode, Sophie Sound goes in-depth about her sound creations, storytelling and how sound has led her towards an epiphany for her own sound creativity.

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Why Never Stop Candy Bang?

1. It’s about the trying...We’re not here to pretend we've “made it.” This podcast is about the emotional effort, the failures, the near-misses, and the joy of keeping at it. If you’ve ever wondered what creative life is really like behind the scenes, this is for you.

2. Conversations that blend sound + vision.From Gorillaz music videos, Developing Movies at Disney, to Boiler Room nights in Mexico City and designing sounds and worlds for Games, TV, commercials and TV. We’ve lived in both worlds, film and sound, vision and music. Each episode brings raw, honest talks with friends, family, and industry artists who share their own stories of creating, stumbling, and starting again.

3. Brutally honest, sometimes chaotic, always human.This isn’t another polished industry podcast. It’s funny, heartfelt, and real, like the creative process itself. If you’re chasing ambition, or just trying to keep making things, you’ll feel at home here.

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In this episode, we continue the story of Pete Candeland’s legendary Beatles: Rock Band project — and the mysterious version of the band that might have been called The Shoes.

If you haven’t yet, start with Part I to hear the beginnings of this creative journey.

Pete Candeland, known for his iconic direction of Gorillaz music videos and his stunning cinematic work with Passion Pictures, brought an unmistakable visual rhythm to The Beatles: Rock Band. His direction infused the game with seamless transitions, vibrant illustrations, and a momentum that built into a fully immersive, psychedelic jam session — packed with references only the most devoted fans will catch.

In this continuation, we dive deeper into Pete’s creative world: the craft behind his storytelling, the evolution of his animation style, and how his work continues to shape visual music culture.

🎧 Listen in for:

• Behind-the-scenes insight into The Beatles: Rock Band
• The evolution of Pete’s animation from 2D cutouts to fully rendered worlds
• Easter eggs, inspiration, and the magic of motion in music storytelling

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Why Never Stop Candy Bang?

1. It’s about the trying..We’re not here to pretend we’ve “made it.” This podcast is about the emotional effort, the failures, the near-misses, and the joy of keeping at it. If you’ve ever wondered what creative life is really like behind the scenes, this is for you.

2. Conversations that blend sound + vision.From Gorillaz music videos, Developing Movies at Disney, to Boiler Room nights in Mexico City and designing sounds and worlds for Games, TV, commercials and TV. We’ve lived in both worlds, film and sound, vision and music. Each episode brings raw, honest talks with friends, family, and industry artists who share their own stories of creating, stumbling, and starting again.

3. Brutally honest, sometimes chaotic, always human.This isn’t another polished industry podcast. It’s funny, heartfelt, and real, like the creative process itself. If you’re chasing ambition, or just trying to keep making things, you’ll feel at home here.

Join the Substack community for premium specials, deeper dives, and creative insider access.

In this episode, we begin the story of Pete Candeland’s visionary take on The Beatles: Rock Band - a project that reimagined the Fab Four through animation, colour, and movement like never before.

Before his work became synonymous with Gorillaz and Passion Pictures, Pete had already mastered the art of blending music and storytelling into something entirely new - a visual rhythm that carried The Beatles into a surreal, dreamlike world.

From the first illustrated cutouts to the fluid, hallucinatory transitions that defined the final piece, Pete’s direction captured the spirit of the musicians and their sound.

🎧 Listen in for:

How The Beatles: Rock Band came to life through layered animation and design

The craft of translating sound into motion and visual storytelling techniques Pete used

Early references, easter eggs, and the moments that make the piece worth rewinding

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Three Reasons why to follow:

1. It’s about the trying..We’re not here to pretend we’ve “made it.” This podcast is about the emotional effort, the failures, the near-misses, and the joy of keeping at it. If you’ve ever wondered what creative life is really like behind the scenes, this is for you.

2. Conversations that blend sound + vision.From Gorillaz music videos, Developing Movies at Disney, to Boiler Room nights in Mexico City and designing sounds and worlds for Games, TV, commercials and TV. We’ve lived in both worlds, film and sound, vision and music. Each episode brings raw, honest talks with friends, family, and industry artists who share their own stories of creating, stumbling, and starting again.

3. Brutally honest, sometimes chaotic, always human.This isn’t another polished industry podcast. It’s funny, heartfelt, and real, like the creative process itself. If you’re chasing ambition, or just trying to keep making things, you’ll feel at home here.

Join the Substack community for premium specials, deeper dives, and creative insider access.

In this Episode me make an introduction to Hosts Pete Candeland and Sophie Sound, where they discuss a brutally honest path to the joys and and heartbreaks of their fledgling careers to date, from Pete's Goriallz Videos and Live Shows to Sophie Sound's Sound Articles and Art Installations.

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