Best Rob Lennon Podcasts (2025)

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Some of the Greatest COVER SONGS Ever according to Rob and Matt - SHOW 88 1:23:57

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SOME OF THE GREATEST COVER SONGS EVER according to Rob & Matt Matt & Rob talk about some of their favorite COVER SONGS. Possibly the greatest cover songs ever recorded? You be the judge. We do have some obsure ones in our lists. This is also a podcast dedicated to Rob's late friend Ken Vail Jr. who passed away on May 19, 2024. Ken loved music and l…

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Limahl 53:45

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Limahl; From Kajagoogoo's Too Shy to Giorgio Moroder's Never Ending Story! Limahl (born Christopher Hamill) is a British pop singer best known as the lead vocalist of the 1980s band Kajagoogoo, whose global hit "Too Shy" topped charts in 1983. After going solo, he gained further success with the international hit "The NeverEnding Story", the theme …

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SOPHIE CORAN Interview - Philadelphia Singer Songwriter 48:27

10d ago48:27

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Rob and Matt had the pleasure of talking to Singer/Songwriter Sophie Coran a week or so ago. Sophie's new album "I don't go to New York anymore" was just released. The album is a beautiful indie pop album that doesn't disappoint. Very dreamy, 14 beautifully constructed songs. A couple of the songs are experimental.. the album is a wonderful journey…

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Swing Out Sister 1:05:16

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Swing Out Sister: From ‘Breakout’ to Timeless – The Evolution of Style and Sound Certain Shades Of Limelight — an 8CD box set celebrating a dazzling decade of Swing Out Sister’s sophisticated pop brilliance is out on June 27th 2025. Spanning 1994 to 2004, this beautifully curated collection captures the creative evolution of one of Britain’s most s…

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ROBERT JON & THE WRECK / NEW MUSIC RELEASES / SAMANTHA CRAIN / ALBUM ANNIVERSARIES - SHOW 87 1:22:06

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This show is our regular music podcast where we talk Album Anniversaries, New Music Releases and Reissues, New Music Biographies, and we have two new songs for you to listen to for our Give It A Listen segment. Find out about ROBERT JON & THE WRECK (starts our show) and SAMANTHA CRAIN (ends our show). Two great music artists that you need to hear. …

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PETER FRAMPTON - Do You Feel Like I Do? Music Biography Review - SHOW 86 1:23:25

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PETER FRAMPTON - DO YOU FEEL LIKE I DO? BOOK REVIEW Jeremy (1) is back! On show #86 Jeremy and Rob review PETER FRAMPTON'S 2023 BIOGRAPHY "DO YOU FEEL LIKE I DO?" They cover every chapter and in between tell the story of Peter's lost guitar (as interspersed throughout the book). ************* In this episode: What's with the Budgies? How many place…

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Alan G. Parker on John Lennon 52:43

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Director Alan G. Parker on Borrowed Time; The Truth Behind John Lennon's Final Years REVEALED! Alan G. Parker, director of Hello Quo Love Kills: The Story of Sid and the Pistols and It Was Fifty Years Ago Today... Sgt Pepper and Beyond, BORROWED TIME: LENNON'S LAST DECADE explores the final decade of Lennon's life in extraordinary detail. Alan G. P…

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Company Man - Sex Pistols - Top 10 1975 - Barry White - Minnie Ripperton - Hot Chocolate - SHOW 85 1:18:46

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Rob is once again joined today in the studio with his friend PAUL SUTT (Special Effects Master / Actor / Film maker) Our segments on the show today are: 1 - GIVE IT A LISTEN - MARK FREDSON Mark Fredson's new single "company man" is off the new album of the same name. Steve Winwood vibes.. baby! *** 2 - MUSIC NEWS SEX PISTOLS return PAUL COME GET YO…

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LAURIE KAYE Interview - Confessions of a Rock n' Roll Name Dropper : My Life Leading up to John Lennon's Last Interview 1:04:48

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KNOW GOOD MUSIC Interviews LAURIE KAYE Laurie wrote a great book called "CONFESSIONS OF A ROCK N' ROLL NAME DROPPER : My life leading up to John Lennon's Last Interview. We talk to Laurie about her career in radio with the RKO NETWORK (KFRC) in the 7o's and some of the people she interviewed like David Bowie, Mick Jagger, George Harrison and of cou…

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Chris Bostock of JoBoxers 48:12

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Chris Bostock; JoBoxers, Style Council and Dave Stewart; The life of a Bass Guitar Player Chris Bostock is an English musician, songwriter, and music producer, best known as the bassist for the 1980s new wave band JoBoxers. Born in Bristol in 1962, Bostock began his musical journey with classical piano at age six before transitioning to guitar and …

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Andy Peebles Last Interview - Ashley chats to the legendary former Radio 1 DJ who was the last to interview John Lennon 34:36

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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Ashley had the pleasure of interviewing the legendary Andy Peebles just weeks before he died for a programme about Steve Strange. Though the interview was about Steve, the conversation included many anecdotes related to Andy's long caree…

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THE BEATLES - AEROSMITH - PRINCE - Album Anniversaries - Record Store Day 2025 and more - SHOW 84 1:15:00

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Rob is joined today in the studio with his friend PAUL SUTT (Special Effects Master / Actor / Film maker) Our segments on the show today are: 1 - GIVE IT A LISTEN - SETH WALKER - WHY THE WORRY Seth Walker's new single was co-written with Oliver Wood (The Wood Brothers) and is a great start to the show. *** 2 - PAUL SUTT introdcution: Rob and Paul t…

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Lee Swillingham 1:01:06

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Lee Swillingham; Inside The FACE Magazine; a style Revolution That Changed British Culture! To watch the interview go here; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MmZAmkcJC4k Lee Swillingham, former Art Director of The Face magazine and co-curator of The Face; Culture Shirt Exhibition at the National Portrait Gallery in London, is a distinguished British…

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Dig Wayne 1:03:33

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Dig Wayne (JoBoxers) Interview, Just Got Lucky, Boxer Beat, 80s Icon Status. Best known as the charismatic frontman of JoBoxers, the British new wave and soul-influenced pop band that made a splash in the early 1980s, DIg Wayne was born and raised in the United States, Dig first gained recognition as part of the rockabilly revival scene with his ba…

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A COMPLETE UNKNOWN Bob Dylan Bio Pic MOVIE Review - SHOW 83 34:35

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NEW PODCAST - SHOW 83 BOB DYLAN - A COMPLETE UNKNOWN Movie Bio Pic Review HOSTS: Rob & Matt ********* On this show we talk about the new BOB DYLAN Bio Pic "A COMPLETE UNKNOWN". Some weeks ago we went to see the movie in the theater. We talk about: 1 - The making of 2 - The concept for the movie 3 - Fact vs. fiction and also genuinely what we though…

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Gaz Whelan 1:00:23

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Best known as the drummer and co-founder of the iconic Manchester band Happy Mondays, Gaz Whelan was diagnosed at 11 years of age with a phobia of faults. His distinctive drumming style helped shape the band's signature blend of indie rock and dance music. ⁠ ⁠ To watch this interview go here; https://youtu.be/fo-ZxR5R1i8⁠ ⁠ Today Gaz, as the foundi…

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ANGELA PETRILLI Interview - LA Blues Guitarist 30:10

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ANGELA PETRILLI Interview (with Matt & Rob) Angela is an LA based guitarist who fronts her great band, "The Players" They most recently released a live version of Led Zeppelin's "No Quarter" which will most certainly blow you away! We talked to Angela about the Netflix documentary "Norman's Rare Guitars". Angela is part of the documentary and she's…

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Lucy O'Brien 42:02

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Author Lucy O'Brien reveals the real story of Karen Carpenter in her book; Lead Sister. All the interviews at http://www.popthehistorymakers.com Karen Carpenter was one half of the sibling duo The Carpenters, who rose to fame in the 1970s with hits like Close to You and We've Only Just Begun. Known for her rich, melancholic voice and exceptional dr…

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Led Zeppelin Documentary - Wings new book - The Cynz - The State of AI and more - SHOW 82 33:41

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PAUL SIMON OH NO, LED ZEPPELIN OH YEAH ********* This is Rob's first SOLO podcast GIVE IT A LISTEN - Rob starts off with a new single by the band the CYNZ! The song is "Heartbreak Time". MUSIC NEWS: Should Paul Simon tour? Did Rob really buy Sabrina Carpenter's Polka Dot Dress? BECOMING LED ZEPPELIN : Rob does a short review of the new documentary …

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Precious Wilson 1:05:23

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Precious Wilson; Eruption's One Way Ticket & I Can't Stand the Rain The Disco & Soul Diva's Journey. Precious Wilson is a British soul and disco singer who gained prominence in the late 1970s as the lead vocalist of the group Eruption. Born in Jamaica, she moved to the United Kingdom, where she joined Eruption and contributed to their international…

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Scottish Island Adventures - Tiree and Coll - with hosts Coinneach Macleod, the Hebridean Baker, singer-songwriter Natalie Galloway, and guest Rob Wainwright 36:18

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Tiree and Coll Tiree and Coll are two nearby islands in the Inner Hebrides. Popular for watersports and the Tiree Music Festival, Tiree is also famous for its pristine beaches and traditionally thatched lime-washed houses. Just across the water, the tranquil Isle of Coll has a small community of 171 residents and boasts a rich variety of flora, fau…

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YOUNG AMERICANS DRESSED TO KILL WITH SOUTHERN ACCENTS - SHOW 81 1:05:32

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SHOW 81 with your hosts Rob & Matt GIVE IT A LISTEN - We start off with a sample of rising singer/songwriter AVERY LYNCH's brand new single "THINK ABOUT IT". ALBUM ANNIVERSARIES - Matt covers the news while Rob goes over some album anniversaries from March of 75 / 85 / 95 and even one from 2000! RE-ISSUED ALBUMS coming out soon NEW RELEASES - What …

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Wolfgang Flür & Peter Duggal 1:28:05

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With Peter Duggal & collaborators U96, Boris Blank, Thomas Vangarde, Juan Atkins, Anthony Rother, Emil Schult, Peter Hook! More interviews at http://www.popthehistorymakers.com Wolfgang Flür, former member of Kraftwerk, who has worked with collaborator Peter Duggal since 2015, is set to release his new album, Times, on March 28, 2025, and a new sin…

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Scottish Island Adventures - Raasay - and Iona with hosts Coinneach Macleod, the Hebridean Baker, singer-songwriter Natalie Galloway, and guest Ailidh Lennon 35:40

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Islands Off Islands (Raasay and Iona) Scottish Island Adventures - Raasay - and Iona with hosts Coinneach Macleod, the Hebridean Baker, singer-songwriter Natalie Galloway, and guest Ailidh Lennon Raasay and Iona Raasay and Iona are islands off islands. Raasay is reachable by a 15 minute ferry from Sconser on Skye. The island is known for its whisky…

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Scottish Island Adventures - Oban - with hosts Coinneach Macleod, the Hebridean Baker, singer-songwriter Natalie Galloway and with guest Peter MacQueen 30:48

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Oban Scottish Island Adventures - Oban - with hosts Coinneach Macleod, the Hebridean Baker, singer-songwriter Natalie Galloway and with guest Peter MacQueen Oban Oban - meaning ‘the little bay’ in Scottish Gaelic - is a historic harbour town nestled on Scotland’s west coast and is known as the gateway to the Hebrides. The town is just a three hour …

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U96 52:43

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The story of an unforgettable techno anthem! U96; the German band that commercialized techno with their anthem Das Boot! To watch on YouTube go here; https://youtu.be/_kXrac0By2w U96 is a German electronic music project best known for their 1991 hit Das Boot, a techno adaptation of the theme from the 1981 war film of the same name. Originally the b…

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40 Years of EastEnders - In conversation with former Albert Square storyliner David Payne 1:00:02

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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message In the fourth episode of Distinct Nostalgia's EastEnders at 40 series, Ashley sits down with former Albert Square storyliner David Payne. David, who worked on the show from 2015 to 2017, offers a fascinating glimpse into the creative pro…

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KURT REIL of the Gripweeds Interview - Early Clues EP - New Jersey Band 41:35

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INTERVIEW with KURT REIL of the GRIPWEEDS! This is his 4th time he's been on the podcast and we talked about the Gripweeds new EP "Early Clues"Kurt goes over each of the new 3 songs in detail. We also talk about the writing process for the Gripweeds, a little bit about the new album (coming out this summer) and we even somehow mention Bon Jovi. I a…

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40 Years of EastEnders - back to the early 2000s when Dame Sheila Hancock played Steve Owen's disturbed mum Barbara 29:26

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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message Join us for the third episode of Distinct Nostalgia's special series celebrating EastEnders at 40. In this episode, Dame Sheila Hancock, who brought the unforgettable Barbara Owen to life in 2000 and 2001, sits down with Ashley to discus…

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Scottish Island Adventures - Dunoon and Kilcreggan - with hosts Coinneach Macleod, The Hebridean Baker, singer-songwriter Natalie Galloway, and guest Roo Irvine 29:52

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Dunoon and Kilcreggan Scottish Island Adventures - Dunoon and Kilcreggan - with hosts Coinneach Macleod, The Hebridean Baker, singer-songwriter Natalie Galloway, and guest Roo Irvine. Dunoon and Kilcreggan Dunoon and Kilcreggan are two towns on peninsulas that are often better reached by ferry rather than the long road round! Dunoon sits on the Cow…

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COURTNEY HADWIN Interview - British Singer / Songwriter - America's Got Talent - New Single Spellbound 30:42

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Rob had the pleasure of interviewing Courtney Hadwin on Tuesday, Feb 17th. You might remember Courtney from 2018's America's Got Talent? She has since released some singles and a Christmas song (in 2024) and now she's releasing the first single "spellbound" off her debut album! No word on when her full length album (of all new material) will be out…

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40 Years of EastEnders - in conversation with the show's longest serving writer Rob Gittins 1:03:36

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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message In the second episode of Distinct Nostalgia celebrating EastEnders' 40th birthday, Ashley sits down with Rob Gittins, the show's longest-serving writer. Rob has been a pivotal figure in the EastEnders writing team since its early days, c…

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40 Years of EastEnders - back to 2006 as we meet Sophie Thompson who played evil Stella 39:21

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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message In celebration of EastEnders' 40th birthday, Distinct Nostalgia kicks off with an exclusive interview featuring Sophie Thompson, who portrayed the infamous Stella Crawford. Sophie sits down with Ashley to reminisce about her time on the …

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Led Zeppelin - Phil Collins - Herman's Hermits - Courtney Hadwin - Show 80 56:28

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MUSIC SHOW 80 Once again special guest host (Jeremy Hirsch) joins Rob to talk about music and other things like Cyndi Lauper, his favorite band visigoth and more! ********* We start the show with a the new single "SPELLBOUND" from Courtney Hadwin from her upcoming first full length studio album! ALBUM ANNIVERSARIES - Jeremy 2 on the news for Februa…

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Martyn Phillips 1:08:27

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Award-winning producer Martyn Phillips on his career, technology, and how music has changed. More interviews at http;//www.popthehistorymakers.com Martyn Phillips has collaborated with artists such as Londonbeat, Erasure, The Beloved, Swing Out Sister, and Jesus Jones. His notable production credits include Londonbeat's "I've Been Thinking About Yo…

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Scottish Island Adventures - Gigha - with hosts Coinneach Macleod, the Hebridean Baker and singer-songwriter Natalie Galloway and guest Katy Beasley 36:16

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Gigha Scottish Island Adventures - Gigha - with hosts Coinneach Macleod, the Hebridean Baker and singer-songwriter Natalie Galloway and guest Katy Beasley Gigha The Isle of Gigha lies off the west coast of Kintyre and has been community owned since 2002. It has a population of 163 and the main settlement, Ardminish, serves as a gateway to the islan…

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NORMANS RARE GUITARS - RINGO STARR - MIKE CAMPBELL - PETER WOLF - TOTO - Show 79 57:07

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SHOW 79 Special guest host (Jeremy Hirsch) joins Rob to talk about music, movies and ringo Just call Jeremy "JEREMY 2 : Electric Bugaloo" ********* We start the show with a brand new stripped down single "NOBODY'S GOT ME" from Jesse Daniel Edwards from his upcoming self-titled album MUSIC NEWS - Ringo's hate for Pizza, Nirvana Reunite, the Grammys,…

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Scottish Island Adventures - Eigg - with hosts Coinneach Macleod, the Hebridean Baker, singer-songwriter Natalie Galloway, and guest Ian Stephen 39:40

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Small Isles (Eigg) Scottish Island Adventures - Eigg - with hosts Coinneach Macleod, the Hebridean Baker, singer-songwriter Natalie Galloway, and guest Ian Stephen. Eigg and the Small Isles Sitting between the Outer Hebrides and the Scottish mainland, the Small Isles are made up of Eigg, Rum, Canna and Muck and are accessible by CalMac ferry from M…

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Mark Plati 59:39

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Mark Plati; with David Bowie from Earthling to Toy, Musical Director, Guitarist, Producer, Mixer. Mark Plati is a renowned music producer, arranger, and guitarist best known for his extensive collaboration with David Bowie, serving as musical director and guitarist during the Hours... tour and contributing to albums like Earthling and the posthumou…

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Kevin Armstrong 1:01:09

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Kevin Armstrong is best known for his collaborations with iconic artists such as David Bowie, Iggy Pop, Thomas Dolby, and Morrissey. Born on February 2, 1958, in Farnborough, Kent, England, Kevin Armstrong, is a distinguished English rock guitarist, record producer, and songwriter. Armstrong's musical journey began in the early 1980s when he formed…

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Scottish Island Adventures - Cumbrae - with hosts Coinneach Macleod, the Hebridean Baker, singer-songwriter Natalie Galloway, and guest Gavin Mitchell 31:40

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Cumbrae The island of Cumbrae, also known as Great Cumbrae, is Scotland’s most accessible island. An 8 minute ferry journey from Largs, it has been inhabited since the end of the last ice age, but became popular during the 20th century thanks to the Clyde paddle steamers. The main settlement on Cumbrae is the Victorian seaside town of Millport. Cou…

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TOP ALBUMS of 2024 - Our top 10 picks - SHOW 78 59:03

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Our annual wrap up show reviewing our top 10 favorite albums of 2024! Listen for an exclusive message from MICK CONROY (bass player for MODERN ENGLISH) as he talks about the creation of their 2024 album 1-2-3-4 and some of the songs off the album. ALBUMS we cover are: WAXAHATCHEE - Tigers Blood KINGS OF LEON - Can We Please Have Fun HALSEY - The Gr…

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Random 2024 Album Reviews - Album Roulette - SHOW 77 50:51

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ALBUM ROULETTE We've randomly picked 3 albums each from PASTE magazine's list of top 100 albums of 2024. These are albums we are listening to for the first time and giving our honest opinions on. We review, critique and give our honest opinions on these 6 albums that we randomly were given through a number generator: 1: DOECHII - Alligator Bites Ne…

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Scottish Island Adventures - Colonsay - with hosts Coinneach Macleod, The Hebridean Baker and singer-songwriter Natalie Galloway. 33:30

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Scottish Island Adventures - Colonsay - with hosts Coinneach Macleod, The Hebridean Baker and singer-songwriter Natalie Galloway. Colonsay Colonsay is an island in the Inner Hebrides located north of Islay and south of Mull. It is accessible by CalMac ferry from both Islay and Oban! Colonsay is connected to a smaller island, Oronsay, on its souther…

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Steve Lillywhite 59:13

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Born March 15, 1955, in Egham, Surrey, England, Steve Lillywhite, is a distinguished British record producer whose career began in 1972 as a tape operator for PolyGram. Over the decades, he has been credited on over 500 records, collaborating with a diverse range of artists including U2, The Rolling Stones, Peter Gabriel, Talking Heads, and Dave Ma…

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Lem Springsteen 48:44

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Renowned American songwriter, producer, and DJ, Lem Springsteen releases a new album 'Moods around the Sun' in April, and the first single 'Extension' on the 24th - produced by the UK production team Danism. Full length interview here to watch; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B70JaEpDvX0 Lem Springsteen, American songwriter, producer, and DJ best k…

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2024 Year in Review / Warren Zevon / AC/DC / The Doobie Brothers / Larkin Poe - SHOW 76 1:05:12

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NEW PODCAST - SHOW 76 with your hosts Rob and Jeremy First show of 2025! We start the show with GIVE IT A LISTEN and the song "rollercoaster" from the Australian Band and newly signed artist to the New Jersey Record Label JEM Records ... THE ON AND ONS! We then go into our year in review of all the music stuff that happend in 2024 Next we mention t…

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David Bowie tribute 9:59

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Born January 8th 1947, died January 10th 2016, David Bowie will be most remembered as a fearless innovator who reshaped popular culture, music genres, and the possibilities of artistic identity. His influence resonates in cultural movements, and the work of visual artists and countless musicians today. Watch here; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s3…

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Sue Tilley on Leigh Bowery 51:48

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Sue Tilley was a confidante and collaborator of Leigh Bowery, an avant-garde performance artist, designer, and nightlife icon known for his flamboyant and provocative costumes that challenged traditional notions of art, fashion, and identity. Leigh introduced her to artist Lucian Freud who had painted Leigh. And it was Freud's iconic painting Benef…

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Kenny Carpenter 1:11:27

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A legendary figure in the world of dance music, and a pioneering DJ, Kenny Carpenter's influence extends far beyond the boundaries of the turntables. Emerging from New York City's vibrant club scene in the late 1970s, Carpenter became synonymous with the iconic Studio 54, where his innovative mixing style and ability to read the energy of the crowd…

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