My guests this week are Dan Lacksman and Michel Moers from legendary group Telex. Formed in Brussels back in 1978, the group are considered to be one of the first ever synth-pop acts. We discuss the groups early days, the time they performed on iconic music show, Top Of The Pops and what is was like representing Belgian for Eurovision 1980. A much-anticipated box set, featuring six Telex albums, lovingly remixed and remastered by Dan and Michel, is released via Mute records on April 14th. You ca...
Mar 21, 2023•45 min
My very special guest this week is Al Jardine co-founder of legendary band The Beach Boys Al spoke to me about the recording of his excellent solo album 'A Postcard From California' which I highly recommend Al continues to tour with his Endless Summer band. For more information and dates visit: https://www.aljardine.com
Mar 03, 2023•23 min
My guest this week is multi-talented musician, James Chapman, aka Maps James has been making music, excellent music I might add, as Maps since 2006 and is signed to legendary record label, Mute. His truly brilliant new album 'Counter Melodies' is out now! https://thisismaps.com https://mutebank.co.uk/products/maps-counter-melodies-limited-edition-white-vinyl?_pos=5&_sid=2d9927389&_ss=r...
Feb 17, 2023•35 min
My first guest of the year is the multi-talented musician and composer, Roger Eno Roger talks to me about the making of his latest album 'The Turning Year' which I can't recommend enough. We also discuss 'Mixing Colours' his first proper collaborative album with his brother, Brian Eno. They brothers have previously worked together, but this is their first record release as a duo Another first is, Brian Eno and Roger Eno’s Live at the Acropolis concert film which is set to be shown at selected ci...
Jan 13, 2023•39 min
My guest this week is Clams Baker Jr from Warmduscher On the show we discuss, among other things, Iggy Pop, live on the road and recording their critically acclaimed album, 'At The Hotspot'. An album that has been included in many end of year lists. Highly recommended! It was a real pleasure speaking to Clams. Warmduscher are, arguably, one of the best in the country right now. And, If you haven't seen them live, make sure you buy a ticket to a show the next time they tour as you really wont be ...
Dec 27, 2022•40 min•Season 1Ep. 36
My guest this week is Blur drummer, Dave Rowntree, who is about to release his very first solo album 'Radio Songs', via Cooking Vinyl records in January 2023. To pre-order a copy of this much anticipated album, head over to https://www.daverowntree.com
Dec 15, 2022•34 min•Season 1Ep. 35
My guest this week is J.J. Jeczalik from legendary electronic group, Art Of Noise Art Of Noise enjoyed chart success with 'Moments In Love', 'Close (to the Edit) 'Kiss' with Tom Jones and 'Peter Gunn', which earned them a Grammy award. Impressive stuff! J.J was also part of Trevor Horn's production team. His pioneering approach with the Fairlight synthesizer helped create some of the most memorable tracks of the 1980s and late 90s, working with artists such as Frankie Goes To Hollywood, ABC, Pet...
Dec 02, 2022•44 min•Season 1Ep. 34
My guest this week is Oliver Ackermann from New York City-based band, A Place To Bury Strangers The group's newly remastered reissue of their 2009 album, Exploding Head, was released last month via Mute / BMG. Available on limited edition transparent double vinyl, transparent red single vinyl and as a deluxe 2CD package, the CD and digital formats include rarities, unreleased material and three blistering cover versions of tracks by Love & Rockets, 13th Floor Elevators and David Bowie. To or...
Nov 15, 2022•40 min•Season 1Ep. 33
My guests this week - very special guests in fact - are DJ Paul Langley and radio DJ, author and broadcaster, Mark Radcliffe. This dynamic due make glorious electronic music under the guise, UNE We discuss, among other things, the making of their third album 'Deux', live shows, David Bowie and the delights of the Scotch egg onion bhaji. YES, this really is thing! UNE are heading out on a UK tour next year with Turin Brakes. For the full list of dates, visit https://www.unemusic.com
Nov 12, 2022•45 min•Season 1Ep. 32
My guest this week is DJ and producer, Mark Moore. Mark started his music career as a DJ in legendary club's Heaven and The Mud Club, playing all his favourite artists, but towards the late 80's he achieve massive success as an artist himself with the group S'Express. On the show, Mark speaks about making the first S'Express album, the early punk scene, what it was like working with one of his music heroes, the great and much-missed, Malcolm McLaren and talks about his brushes with fame Some tru...
Nov 11, 2022•47 min•Season 1Ep. 31
My guest this week is Jon King, singer of legendary post-punk band, Gang Of Four. Gang Of Four's band's music was a big influence on alternative rock bands like R.E.M, Nirvana and The Red Hot Chili Peppers, as well as influencing electronic acts and dance-punk groups like LCD Soundsystem and the Rapture. Gang Of Four are one of my all-time favourite groups so it was a real honour to speak to this post-punk legend Gang of Four 77-81 (gangoffour7781.com)
Nov 01, 2022•40 min•Season 1Ep. 30
My guest this week is Neil Arthur from legendary electronic act, Blancmange. On the show Neil talks about the recording of the new album ‘Private View’ making the iconic video for ‘Living On The Ceiling’ and his proudest moment, performing onstage with his son as the duo ‘Kincaid’.
Oct 20, 2022•49 min•Season 1Ep. 29
An inerview with J. Willgoose, Esq from Public Service Broadcasting whose latest album 'Bright Magic' hit number 2 in the UK album charts in 2021
Sep 05, 2022•25 min•Season 1Ep. 11
An interview with electronic musician, Jean-Benoît Dunckel. We discuss his excellent new album 'Carbon', soundtrack work, and forthcoming projects. JB is one half of legendary French electronic act, Air. You can purchase his new album at: https://jbdunckel.bandcamp.com
Jun 21, 2022•32 min•Season 1Ep. 28
My guest this week is electronic musician, producer and Emmy-nominated composer Hannah Peel We discuss, amongst other things, her most recent work 'The Unfolding', an album she made with the Paraorchestra, which got to number one in the classical album charts a few weeks back. We talk about the making of her Mercury nominated album 'Fir Wave' and about other musicians Hannah has collaborated with over the years, including Ultravox legend, John Foxx. http://www.hannahpeel.com https://hannahpeelmu...
May 17, 2022•53 min•Season 1Ep. 27
My guest this week is Alex Paterson from legendary electronic group, The Orb We discuss, amongst other things, recording the Roland & Albert Meet The Orb Upcountry in Uganda EP, which came out in March via Alex's record label, Orbscure, the 30th anniversary of seminal album, U.F. Orb, and recording the Metallic Spheres album with David Gilmour from Pink Floyd. To keep up-to-date with future releases from Orbscure follow: https://www.facebook.com/Orbscure/ https://www.theorb.com Also check ou...
May 10, 2022•39 min•Season 1Ep. 26
My guest this week is the extremely talented electronic music, arranger and composer, Dom Beken Dom spoke to me about making albums with his good friend Alex Paterson from The Orb, as part of The Transit Kings and HFB, and also discusses working with legendary Pink Floyd drummer, Nick Mason. Dom is the keyboard player and backing vocalist for Nick Mason’s Saucerful of Secrets, which is also features Gary Kemp on guitar and Guy Pratt on bass. The band are currently touring the UK. I really enjoye...
Apr 26, 2022•37 min•Season 1Ep. 25
My guest this week is Wayne Hussey from legendary band The Mission
Apr 22, 2022•43 min•Season 1Ep. 24
My guest this week is multi-talented musician, DJ and producer, Andy Bell We discuss life in lockdown, Ride, his latest GLOK album, Oasis and his plan to work with the other Andy Bell...Andy Bell from Eurasure : ) Andy's latest GLOK album, 'Pattern Recognition' is out now and I really can't recommend it enough! https://glok.bandcamp.com/album/pattern-recognition https://andybell.bandcamp.com/music
Mar 23, 2022•43 min•Season 1Ep. 23
My guest this week is Mike Edwards from Jesus Jones Jesus Jones had a string of top 20 hits in the early nineties, including a number two hit in the US with 'Right Here, Right Now' The band are paying a few shows this year, including one with Utah Saints. List of dates here: https://www.jesusjones.com/tour-dates For more info on the group, including links to Mike's book 'Death Threats From An 8 Year Old In The Seychelles', which we discuss in the episode, visit the following websites: https://ww...
Mar 18, 2022•43 min•Season 1Ep. 22
My guest this week is Danish electronic musician, Trentemøller. On the show we discuss his earliest musical influences, the music scene in Copenhagen when he started out, his love of Depeche Mode, and what it was like supporting them on their Delta world tour, plus the making of his new album 'Memoria', which came out last month. It really is a wonderful album and I really can't recommend it enough! He's heading out on a world tour later this months. For dates and ticket links check out his exce...
Mar 09, 2022•42 min•Season 1Ep. 21
My guest this week is musician and author, Jim Bob. Jim Bob formed Carter The Unstoppable Sex Machine with Les 'Fruitbat' Carter back in 1987. The band enjoyed great success in the 1990's with many of their singles hitting the top 20 Jim Bob's latest record 'Who Do We Hate Today' is available to buy at www.jim-bob.co.uk Lots of cool Carter USM merch available on there too You can also purchase the record over at www.cherryred.co.uk
Mar 02, 2022•55 min•Season 1Ep. 20
My guest this week is multi-instrumentalist Billy Currie, best known for his work with the hugely influential new wave band, Ultravox Billy, who was also a member of Visage, spoke to me about the early days of Ultravox, performing at Live Aid and goes into fascinating detail about the recording of classic track 'Vienna' Check out Billy's excellent website here: https://www.billycurrie.com You can purchase some of Billy's solo records at https://burningshed.com just search for Billy Currie on the...
Feb 25, 2022•1 hr 26 min•Season 1Ep. 19
An interview with acid house legend and 90s chart topper, Adamski After a successful career as a acid house DJ in the late 80s, Adam enjoyed a string of top 20 hits under a new moniker, Adamski It was an absolute pleasure to speak to this legend of electronic music
Feb 25, 2022•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Another chance to listen to my interview with the multi-talented musician - and wine maker - Gerald Casale from legendary new-wave band, Devo. One of my all-time favourite bandsAmazing to think that Casale's career spans more than 40 years - and he's still producing excellent music.....and wine! It was an absolute joy and honour to speak to him for the 20th episode
Feb 24, 2022•41 min•Season 1Ep. 17
For this weeks episode I speak to Caroline Catz, actor, director and writer of Delia Derbyshire: The Myths & The Legendary Tapes.
Feb 24, 2022•39 min•Season 1Ep. 16
My guest this week is former world snooker champion, Steve Davis. Since retiring from the sport in 2016, Steve now makes excellent electronic music with musical partner, Kavus Torabi, in the group The Utopia Strong. I really can't recommend their debut album enough - it's well worth checking out. Looking forward to hearing album number two, whenever that's released.
Feb 24, 2022•57 min•Season 1Ep. 15
For this weeks show I spoke to legendary German musician and composer, Hans-Joachim Roedelius. Roedelius has had a long and varied music career. In 1971 he co-founded Cluster with Dieter Moebius, and in 1973 Roedelius and Moebius formed Harmonia with Michael Rother, a previous guest on the Synthetic Dreams Podcast. His music has influenced countless musicians, including David Bowie and Brian Eno, who worked with Cluster in 1977 for the album, Cluster and Eno. It was a real honour to speak to suc...
Feb 24, 2022•29 min•Season 1Ep. 14
My guest this week is the multi-talented singer, songwriter and composer, Tom Bailey Tom, founding member and singer of popular 80s pop band Thompson Twins, spoke to me about the group's early days, performing with Nile Rodgers and Madonna at Live Aid, playing Top Of The Pops and the time he supported David Bowie. Some really great stories in this episode. Tom still enjoys playing live as a solo artist and recently supported The Human League on a massive UK arena tour. These performances from To...
Feb 19, 2022•49 min•Season 1Ep. 13
My guest this weeks is Darryl McDaniels from legendary hip-hop group, Run-DMC We talked about Darryl's excellent new children's book 'Darryl's Dream', the early days of Run-DMC, making the video for 'Ghostbusters' and about the Felix Organisation, a charity that Darryl and casting directer, Sheila Jaffe set up back in 2006. The charity provides opportunities and memorable experiences for children in adoption and foster care, the work they do is simply amazing! After listening to this episode, ch...
Feb 11, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 12
