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Silver Screen SocialChristopher Donaldson, ACE, Wendy Hallam Martin, ACE, Lara Johnston & Jordan Samuel - Fellow TravelersOn this episode, I spoke to four wonderful creatives from the Fellow Travelers team, including editors Christopher Donaldson, ACE, Wendy Hallam Martin, ACE and Lara Johnston. After that chat, I spoke to makeup department head Jordan Samuel.
Donaldson and I spoke back on an earlier episode of the podcast about his work on Sarah Polley’s Women Talking. He is a Canadian Cinema Editors Award winner and a 2x Directors Guild of Canada Craft Award winner.
Hallam Martin is also a past guest, being on of the first five on this podcast. She is an Em...2024-08-221h 01
Chris Talks MusicEd Cosens discusses going solo and Somewhere Between Dark and LightWe’ve met the Reverend and now here’s one of the Makers, Ed Cosens returns to the fray as a solo artist once more with his sophomore album, Somewhere Between Dark and Light, releasing on Friday (24th May, 2024) alongside a gig at the much-loved city venue, The Leadmill.
Ahead of his headline show at The Leadmill this Friday, Ed Cosens took a little time out of his hectic schedule to speak to me about going it alone (again), life and naturally his music — both new and old.
You can st...2024-05-2339 min
Chris Talks MusicChris Talks Music with Sam LeeSam Lee joins me this time around to discuss his latest album, his upcoming Sheffield show at the Crookes Social Club, and the importance of nature.
It's a wide-ranging conversation discussing ecological disaster, respecting, revering and treasuring nature... and also a little about the amazing Right to Roam, an ancient custom that allows anyone to wander in open countryside (read more: https://www.righttoroam.org.uk/).
His fourth-album, ‘songdreaming’, represents the latest stage in the development of Sam Lee’s music, from its roots in traditional folk song to a new...2024-03-2040 min
Chris Talks MusicFun Lovin Criminals the sequel and a 25th anniversary for 100% ColombianThe iconic multi-genre band return to the UK to celebrate the 25th anniversary tour of their classic album ‘100% Colombian’.
Brian 'Fast' Leiser joins me once more as we shoot the sh*t and talk all about it, by it we mean the music their adventures over the past 12 months and what kind of bewildering goodness we can expect in this celebration of the white stuff. And we don't mean snow... despite Christmas being just around the corner.
So pour yourself something strong, something long and sit down listen to the...2023-12-1535 min
Chris Talks MusicHis first single got Radio 1's "Record of the Week” but Billy Lockett’s debut took 10 yearsAhead of his Sheffield show on November 26, Billy Lockett caught up with me (Chris Hallam) to discuss his debut album, Abington Grove, and it’s certainly been a long-time coming.
Billy Lockett will be performing at Yellow Arch Studios, Sheffield, on Sunday 26 November, 2023. You can buy tickets for the show here: https://www.yellowarch.com/event/billy-lockett/
His debut album Abington Grove, released by Photo Finish Records in February, 2023 is out now.
Cover Image courtesy of: Billy Lockett2023-11-1635 min
Industry 45 - From the Drum ThroneIndustry 45 From The Drum Throne feat. Lynch Mob's George LynchLynch Mob was formed in 1989 after George Lynch parted ways with his former band Dokken. Their debut release “Wicked Sensation” was met with critical and fan acclaim and went on to be certified gold in sales by the RIAA. The band would continue on through the years with a cast of talented players joining Lynch throughout their musical journey over the course of six more studio albums. “Babylon” is Lynch Mob’s eighth studio album overall and the first since 2017’s “The Brotherhood”. Don’t miss Lynch Mob on tour this Fall including a special “Record Release Party” show at the Whisky A Go Go in W...2023-09-2322 min
Chris Talks MusicChris Talks Music with DarudeIn this week's episode, Finnish DJ and music producer Darude joins me for a chat about all manner of things music, life and skateboarding.
We also spend some time discussing his 1999 hit, 'Sandstorm', but not too long as there are so many other things to chat about, like his new record label and upcoming single, Nobody Listens with the excellent Gid Sedgwick.
From the idyllic peace of life in Finland (considered to be the 'happiest country in the world) to living in the United States and back again, Darude...2023-08-031h 11
Chris Talks MusicStoneIn this episode I spoke with Alex and Elliot from the Liverpool band, Stone. We touched on all sorts of themes from their formation to the excellent EP Punkadonk and their blistering new single I Gotta Feeling, which is a spoken word, punk tour-de-force, attack on 'toxic masculinity' and the lingering faux bravado that often accompanies it.
It's been one heck of a crazy year for this Scouse quartet, who have stormed straight out of the new era Liverpool scene with a formidable live reputation preceding them and a boom in their online following.2023-07-1429 minChris Talks MusicNoa KirelIn this episode of Chris Talks Music, I speak to the Israeli popstar Noa Kirel about her path to superstardom in her home country of Israel. We also spend some time discussing her musical upbringing and the importance of being authentic. Naturally our conversation also spent some time focussing on her recent performances at the 2023 Eurovision Song Contest in Liverpool, where the 22-year-old star placed third with a visually and vocally astounding performance of her song Unicorn... which extols the importance of being individual, proud, brave, unique and believing in yourself for your differences are your superpower and a...2023-06-0122 minChris Talks MusicHugh CornwellIn this episode, Hugh Cornwell came onto the podcast to discuss his Moments of Madness tour, which will see him performing at Sheffield's o2 Academy 2 on Sunday 7th May.
As leader of The Stranglers, Hugh Cornwell was the main songwriter of all the band’s most memorable songs across ten stellar albums: from “Golden Brown” to “Strange Little Girl” and from “Always The Sun” to “Peaches”, “No More Heroes” and “Nice ‘N’ Sleazy”. Widely regarded as the poet laureate of the punk era, Hugh Cornwell embarked on an illustrious solo career after releasing album ten with the band, and he has...2023-05-0524 minChris Talks MusicChris Talks Music with James' Jim GlennieIn this episode of Chris Talks Music, Jim Glennie talks about the James Lasted tour in celebration of the band's 40th Anniversary, as well as the upcoming double album Be Opened By The Wonderful.
Featuring a full orchestra and a gospel choir, Jim also gave an insight into what we can expect from this orchestral double album of the band's biggest hits and a brand new song.
But that's not all, he also shares with us his career journey as well as why the music industry needs to get s...2023-04-2828 minChris Talks MusicReverend and the Makers' Jon McClureIn this week's episode, Jon McClure comes on to talk about the upcoming seventh album from Sheffield's Reverend and the Makers, 'Heatwave In The Cold North'.
Never one to rest on their laurels and a musical collective constantly striving to challenge perceptions of the band, Reverend and the Makers have become one of the enduring and great survivors of the British music scene. From Top 10 hits like 'Heavyweight Champion of the World' to recent singles, 'High', 'Problems' and current single 'A Letter To My 21 Year Old Self', I would posit that this album is...2023-04-261h 06Chris Talks MusicThe Young'unsIn this week's episode of Chris Talks Music, Sean Cooney from The Young'uns - one of UK folk music's best-loved acts - joins me for a chat about maintaining a bit of the North East feel living in the Steel City and how Paige Hunter's handwritten messages of hope tied to the railings of Sunderland's Wearmouth Bridge inspired arguably the most evocative body of work released yet from the Teeside trio.
Tiny Notes is a bold, profound, empathetic album, which showcases the ever growing talents of ‘premier league songwriter’ Sean Cooney, who says writing song...2023-04-1240 minChris Talks MusicMishraGlobal folk band Mishra have formed a new collaboration with international fusion-vocalist Deepa Sri Shakthi and are touring venues in the UK this April. Ahead of their return to Sheffield's The Greystones for their penultimate show, I spent some time speaking to Kate Griffin (also of The Magpies) and Ford Collier (also of The Drystones) about this delightful project, justified the spending a small fortune on a new computer, and also had a little bit of a laugh along the way.
Mishra will be performing at The Greystones, Sheffield, on April 15th, 2023. Tickets are...2023-04-0535 min
Chris Talks MusicFreezerThey were the 90s Sheffield band that should have made it, headlining The Leadmill and with record companies fawning for their attentions, Freezer recorded “Syd Barrett’s Icelandic Girlfriend” as a single in 1996 for Divine Records. But Divine Records went straight to heaven and the single fell into an aural vortex.
26-years later and Freezer are back!
After wowing their invited audience at The Dorothy Pax, who came to see the launch of the long lost single, "Syd Barrett's Icelandic Girlfriend", Freezer have decided to do it properly and they'll be performing a coup...2023-03-2134 minChris Talks MusicChris Talks Music with Lucy FarrellIn this week's episode, I spend a little time talking to the BBC Radio 2 Folk Award Winner Lucy Farrell.
The incredibly talented and renowned, multi-instrumentalist, singer, composer and songwriter takes us on a journey through her creative process, how motherhood impacted her music and outlook on life, and so much more.
Lucy will be performing a sold-out show at Bishop's House, Sheffield, on 19 March, 2023, as part of her UK tour ahead of the release of her long-awaited debut album, We Are Sound. Find out more about Lucy Farrell's tour an...2023-03-1042 minChris Talks MusicBabybirdBabybird has announced a new ‘The Bad Old Man’ UK tour for this Winter, beginning later this month and coming to the Steel City on 2nd December. The Sheffield-formed band will be bringing a wealth of music to UK audiences and ahead of the tour starting, writer and singer Stephen Jones sat down for a chat about how that Johnny Depp opportunity came about, being heckled with his own song lyrics and plenty more besides. As always, I hope you enjoy.2022-11-2845 minChris Talks MusicLYRAOn this week's episode, Chris talks to Cork-native and electro-pop queen LYRA ahead of her supporting slot with Westlife at Sheffield's Utilita Arena. We discuss all manner of things like how lockdown put a pause on her leap to superstardom, why she is a fashion icon in waiting, the important message behind her recent single 29 Box, her surprise at hearing her music featured on Grey's Anatomy and Love Island, and generally just have a brilliant craic about all sorts. Enjoy.2022-11-2244 minChris Talks MusicMillie Manders and The ShutupThe first time I ever saw Millie Manders and The Shutup was on a bitterly cold Friday evening back in November 2021 at the O2 Academy2 in Sheffield. What followed was an emotional Punk-Pop musical powerhouse of a performance from a spectacular band. Almost a year later I sat down once more to speak to Millie Manders about their musical journey to date, artistic growth, accountability and so much more. Enjoy!2022-11-1838 minChris Talks MusicFerry CorstenLegendary Dutch DJ and producer Ferry Corsten has been consistently at the top of his game since his sophomore album under the System F alias 'Out of The Blue' charted in the UK Top 20 singles chart in 1999, with remix credits for acts such as U2, Moby, Faithless, Duran Duran and Public Enemy soon after. On November 26, 2022, Ferry is bringing his 'What The F...' a journey into the evolving sounds of Ferry to CODE Sheffield for its final night, naturally we had to sit down and talk about all things music and all things Ferry too.2022-11-1640 minChris Talks MusicBlancmangeBlancmange mark their return to London Records with the upcoming album Private View, almost 40 years since the label released the band’s debut. Chris sat down for a chat with Neil Arthur about dogs, the importance of looking inward as well as forward, and how the past is used as a trigger to create new ideas. Amongst other things, enjoy!2022-11-0442 minChris Talks MusicSHEAFSIn this episode of Chris Talks Music, I spent some time talking to Chris and Lawrence from the Sheffield band SHEAFS, who released their debut album in July this year, A Happy Medium. Described as 'Coming in Hot' by BBC Radio 1 and 'a rallying call to arms' by Gigwise...2022-11-0340 minChris Talks MusicThe WombatsIn this episode, The Wombats bassist Tord Øverland Knudsen talks to Chris about his Scandi-Scouse accent, how The Wombats created their chart-topping album Fix Yourself, Not The World in the midst of a pandemic, and shares the smelliest gig they've ever done — ahead of their upcoming show at the O2 Academy in Sheffield on 21st October, 2022.2022-10-1034 minChris Talks MusicDelilah BonIn this episode, Chris spends a fair amount of time speaking to the exceptional Delilah Bon. The femme-de la bomb alter ego of Lauren Tate from Hands Off Gretel.
Crafted by the no-nonsense foundations of female empowerment this unapologetic, lyrically frenetic maestro is being unleashed... and Chris had the pleasure of her company ahead of her Sheffield show at The Leadmill on 29 September, 2022.2022-09-2857 minChris Talks MusicSilver LinesOn this episode of Chris Talks Music, Midlands-based band The Silver Lines. The band recently released a cracking EP called Sleaze and followed this up with the excellent track 'Hotel Room'. The band performed in Sheffield earlier this month, so we took a little time to talk about their music, politics and the importance of taking a stand in music and life. Enjoy.2022-09-2743 minChris Talks MusicAnnie KeatingIn this episode the esteemed singer-songwriter Annie Keating dials in from Brooklyn, New York, to talk about her upcoming UK and Ireland tour, and discusses the unique opportunity to preview as-yet unreleased material for the first time, with a limited edition new release, the ‘Twenty 22 Tour EP’, exclusively available to purchase at these shows. Enjoy.2022-09-2133 minChris Talks MusicThe Big MoonThe Big Moon are back with their third album, ok perhaps not just yet but come October 14, 2022, Here Is Everything marks their most extraordinary work yet. A truly wonderful album that documents the arrival of a new life in real time and the excitement of motherhood, fear, joy — all of the emotions. Jules Jackson speaks to Chris Hallam for the latest episode of Chris Talks Music. You can also see them at The Leadmill on Monday, September 19, 2022 on what’s sure to be a most epic performance from the quartet.2022-09-1630 minChris Talks MusicElio PaceElio was just a teenager when he ‘tripped over’ Billy Joel’s music and began a life-long crusade to showcase the songs to audiences across the UK and beyond, and now he will be performing The Billy Joel Songbook a phenomenal live-show and sell-out tour across the UK — coming to Sheffield City Hall on 17 September 2022.2022-09-1441 minChris Talks MusicMarco WoolfThis week, Chris Hallam discusses the importance of 'Self' and celebrating the migration experience of the fictional Francine with Malawian-born British folk-jazz singer-songwriter, by way of Manchester, Marco Woolf. Who takes on the role of improvisational storyteller in his evocative, expansive and introspective EP, Francine, I. He's performing at Jazz @ The Lescar on Wednesday 14th September 2022. Contains insightful conversation and endless intrigue... Yes, really!2022-09-0843 minChris Talks MusicDeux FurieusesOnce you get your head around how exactly to pronounce the name of this band, enjoy a wonderfully varied and deep conversation on all manner of socio-political topics with the delightful Ros Cairney and Vas Antoniadou. We discuss their upcoming album 'Songs from Planet Earth', taking a stand against violent behaviour against women and why their song 'Bring Down The Government' with Deb Googe (My Bloody Valentine) could have been what finally nudged Boris Johnson from his Prime Minister role... It's a hoot.2022-08-2545 minChris Talks MusicThe Bros. LandrethIn this episode of Chris Talks Music, I spend some time talking to the alternative Canadian duo The Bros. Landreth, who are bringing their acclaimed new album 'Come Morning' to Sheffield's Greystones on Tuesday 9th September 2022 as part of their UK and European tour. 'Come Morning' is their most immersive and emotive record of their career to date, so it's only right that we delved into that, fatherhood and mused on the impermanence of... well, everything.2022-08-2242 minChris Talks MusicLuke Sital-SinghOn this week's episode of Chris Talks Music, Luke Sital-Singh got on the line from Los Angeles and we got into a lovely conversation about sad songs, surviving the pandemic psychologically, remaining creative in such strange times and why you just can't beat comfort-food from back home. Oh and Luke has a new album coming out on September 2, 2022, and he'll be on tour with a Sheffield show at The Leadmill on September 30, 2022.
You can book tickets to his tour here: https://bit.ly/3zJz7ap
Opening song: Summer Somewhere
Closing song: Me & God2022-08-1940 minChris Talks MusicFun Lovin' CriminalsIn this episode of Chris Talks Music, Brian 'Fast' Leiser and Frank 'Frankie' Benbini turn the blue with profanity, hilarity, a missing backing track for their entire tour. They also spill the beans on the Huey Morgan exit and what it means for them, how they felt about it, excitement over new music and that all important Uk & Europe tour. They'll be at the o2 Academy2 in Sheffield on September 9, 2022.
You can book tickets here: https://bit.ly/3zMepqv
Opening song: Scooby Snacks (Live Version)
Closing song: Smoke 'Em (Live Version)2022-08-1543 minChris Talks MusicApril EssIn today's episode of Chris Talks Music, DJ, busker, singer songwriter extraordinaire and multi-talented Sheffield artist April Ess talks about all manner of things music, life, figuring stuff out, exploring new avenues and a discussion on why the ukelele is a massively underrated instrument.
Introducing a young lady you need to keep your eyes (and ears) peeled for, April Ess.
Opening song: Dreams produced by TEEJ
Closing song: Homies by Notion feat. April Ess.2022-08-0231 minChris Talks MusicMartyn ScottMartyn Scott is an indie singer songwriter and music teacher, born and bred in Rotherham, South Yorkshire, he recently released the singles Into Love and Moving Out. Released by independent London record label The Animal Farm, Into Love is an indie rock track reminiscent of the type of pop music released in the mid-90s, think something along the lines of Oasis, The Stone Roses or The Beatles and you're part of the way there. Into Love is out now on all streaming platforms.
Read more about Martyn Scott here: https://martynscottmusic.com/2022-07-2919 minChris Talks MusicBeachcomberIn today's episode of Chris Talks Music, Sheffield-based alternative band Beachcomber who talk all about their recent EP A Sea Above — which came out in March. Plus we also tease their newly released single, 'This is Going To Hurt' and go into some detail behind their formation. We even got to discuss the importance of having a band champion like the wonderful Sue and much more. Enjoy!2022-07-0736 min
Chris Talks MusicThe Weeping WillowsIn today's episode of Chris Talks Music, I spend some time speaking to The Weeping Willows, hailing from Melbourne the Australian kindred spirits come to Sheffield’s Cafe 9 in Nether Edge on July 5, 2022, following the recent release of their anticipated third studio outing, You Reap What You Sow, back in March, 2022.2022-06-3042 minChris Talks MusicNatasha HemmingsIn this week's episode of Chris Talks Music, I spoke with rising pop star and a former Miss England, Natasha Hemmings. Natasha not only possesses the voice and visage of an angel but also has an otherworldly aura about her vocals. Classically trained as an opera singer, she recently released her six-track Invisible Tour EP and the excellent single Fight For You. Currently she's on a nationwide tour with Ronan Keating, so it was only right that we had a good old chat. You can follow her on Twitter: @NatashaHMusic and you should, she's sound.2022-06-2229 min
Chris Talks MusicThe RosadocsIn today's episode of Chris Talks Music, we speak to The Rosadocs a five-piece indie/alternative band based in Sheffield. The band took some time to talk about their music, upcoming shows, LSD and randomly disappearing heads on Zoom. The Rosadocs are also one of the acts at performing at the Meadowlands Festival in Nottingham on Friday, June 3, 2022. You can find them on all social platforms... on Twitter or Instagram @TherosadocsUK
Opening song: Number 54
Closing song: These People2022-05-3130 minChris Talks MusicThe Undercover HippyAhead of his recent Sheffield show at The Greystones, Chris spent some time talking to Billy Rowan aka The Undercover Hippy who is on a mission to make people laugh, think and dance in unison. Described as "beautifully produced agitpop reggae flavoured-rap", The Undercover Hippy's music features powerful messages, alongside infectious rhythms.
This episode opens with the song Rise and Fall and closes with the critical number These Days.2022-05-241h 07Chris Talks MusicPaul van DykFrom discovering electronic music on the radio in his mother's kitchen to headlining clubs and festivals around the world, Paul van Dyk has earned a reputation as not only one of the most prolific artists in trance, but as an icon of dance culture. And it's a reputation that is well-deserved as the trance-maestro makes his long overdue return to Sheffield on Friday 27th May, 2022.
We spent some time talking about music, life and a bunch of other meandering subjects.
The opening and closing song is the excellent Wishful Thinking by Paul van Dyk and K...2022-05-2026 minChris Talks MusicThe HolliesBest known hits including ‘He Ain’t Heavy, He’s My Brother’, ‘The Air That I Breathe’, ‘Long Cool Woman (In A Black Dress)’, ‘Bus Stop’, ‘Carrie-Anne’ and ‘Sorry Suzanne’, the Hollies have been performing continuously since their formation in 1962, and have had over 20 hits worldwide. In 2010, they were inducted into the Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Fame for their ‘impact on the evolution, development and perpetuation of Rock and Roll’.
They’ll be performing at Sheffield City Hall on 24th May as part of their 2022 UK tour.2022-05-1629 minChris Talks MusicThe Barricade BoysThe UK’s most exciting musical theatre group The Barricade Boys’ Bring Him Home Tour is coming to Sheffield on May 20, 2022.
The Bring Him Home Tour will feature music from some of the best-loved shows from the West End and Broadway stage, including Phantom, Miss Saigon, Jersey Boys and, of course, Les Mis, as well as hits from some of pop and rock music’s all-time greats including Queen, Elton John and The Beatles.
So it was only right that I spent some time speaking to Scott Garnham, who also hails from Yorkshire.
The ope...2022-05-1431 minChris Talks MusicThe Goa Expressn today's episode, Chris Hallam speaks to hotly tipped Manchester band The Goa Express, Steve Lamacq is currently playing them to death on 6music and Mark Gardner of Ride was so taken with the demos he's produced and mixed some upcoming songs. Ahead of their Sheffield show at Sidney & Matilda on May 16, 2022, Chris spent some time speaking to the up and coming band. Oh and they will be back in July for Tramlines.
The opening song is the band's latest single, Everybody in the UK. It is played in full at the end.2022-05-1331 minChris Talks MusicShed SevenThey rose to fame as one of the leading lights of the Britpop scene, some 30-years since they formed in York in 1990, Shed Seven have established themselves as one of the nation's favourite alternative rock bands. In this week's episode of Chris Talks Music, I spoke to Rick Witter, one of the band's founding members about life in Shed Seven, change, media perceptions, acceptance, refusing to conform and so much more besides.
Shed Seven will be performing at 'Live After Racing' @ Doncaster Racecourse, Yorkshire, Saturday May 14, 2022. You can buy tickets from: https://www.doncaster-racecourse.co.uk/whats-on...2022-05-1137 min
Chris Talks MusicMiles KaneFifties-styled Rock n Rolla, soul and Motown-infused crooner Miles Kane returns to the fray with Change the Show, his latest record for fans both old and new. Self-described as his most authentic and a body of work that best reflects Miles, we spent some time talking about music, life and Lily Savage.
Miles Kane will be performing at The Leadmill, Sheffield, on May 27, 2022.2022-05-1022 minChris Talks MusicSEYKSheffield-based DJ and music producer Adam Seymour, aka SEYK, delivers an excellently crafted debut single. We spent some time talking about his music, his influences, videogames and plenty of other things.
We open today's show with SEYK's fruity concoction, Make Your Body Move, which blends elements of electro, techno, acid house and breakbeat into one.2022-05-0423 minChris Talks MusicOtis MensahSheffield’s very own Otis Mensah takes to the stage for an exclusive headline performance at NETWORK (Sheffield City Centre) as the performing artist & musician celebrates the release of their new EP “things I should have said a year ago”. Following Otis Mensah’s tenure as the city’s first ever Poet Laureate and last year's performances alongside the likes of Mahalia, Lava La Rue and Little Simz.
In collaboration with Elephant Arch Records, Otis Mensah has promised an unmissable night of live art for this Hometown Sheffield Special on Saturday, 7 May, 2022. Be there or be square, I guess.2022-04-2753 minChris Talks MusicCharm of FinchesThis week on Chris Talks Music, we speak to the Australian sister duo Charm of Finches an enchanting and also haunting folk group, whose music talks about love, grief, whispering trees and so much more. They will be performing music from their exceptional third album, Wonderful Oblivion at Sheffield's The Greystones on the 27 April, 2022, as part of their first ever UK tour.
Mabel and Ivy Windred-Wornes grew up busking old time tunes and singing on festival stages around Australia.
Citing influences such as Sufjan Stevens, Gillian Welch, Danish artist Agnes Obel and First Aid Kit...2022-04-2050 minChris Talks MusicYan Scott Wilkinson from Sea PowerFollowing the recent release of their chart-smashing album, Everything Was Forever, I sat down for a chat with frontman Yan ahead of the band's upcoming show at The Leadmill, Sheffield, on April 21, 2022.
We spoke about many things from the creation of their rather stellar album, how they worked collaboratively with distance between them, the state of the world, familial loss, why it felt right to drop the 'British' from their moniker, not wanting beef with other bands and even Mr Nice Guy, Gary Lineker, in a broad-ranging and insightful discussion.
Oh and they will be h...2022-04-1147 minChris Talks MusicThe Alarm's Mike PetersThe Alarm are one of Wales' biggest ever exports, with over 6-million records sold and more than 15 Top 50 UK hit singles the band are setting out on an extensive tour to celebrate their 40th Anniversary (even though it's technically 41-years, thanks Covid!). Chris sat down for a chat with the band's lead singer Mike Peters to talk about all things music, touring, life, as well as their upcoming Sheffield show at The Foundry on April 8, 2022, and so much more. The opening song, Beautiful, is taken from the 2018 album, Equals. Finally we bring things to a close with the storming...2022-04-0157 minChris Talks MusicWalt DiscoIn this episode I speak to the Glasgow band Walt Disco, following the recent release of their debut LP Unlearning, about a number of things from discovery and heartbreak, sexual identity, musical creativity and the profound importance of inclusivity. We also spoke about their UK tour and upcoming visit to Sheffield's very own Yellow Arch Studios. Unlearning by Walt Disco is out now on all streaming platforms, available to purchase online and from all good record shops.2022-03-2957 minChris Talks MusicSoldiers of SwingAfter capturing the hearts of the nation in their audition on Series 14 of Britain's Got Talent, the talented musical duo more commonly known as Soldiers of Swing are embarking on their own journey into the world of swing musical performances. Vince and Lee talk to Chris about how they befriended one another and their journey to where they are today... and whatever is next. The Soldiers of Swing are currently on a tour of theatres across the UK, as they get back into performing after a pandemic impacted two years, and on Mother's Day this Sunday they will be...2022-03-2226 minChris Talks MusicPattern + PushIn today's episode of Chris Talks Music, we speak to Lloyd Samuel the project director for Pattern + Push the South Yorkshire regional talent competition for rappers and singers with a focus on creating positive lyrics and music. Lloyd talks all about Pattern + Push, how the competition works, as well as the wide-range of industry figureheads that are involved, including the likes of Sheffield rappers Coco and Seppy (of the duo Deuxes), Sarah Jane Hawley (known for her work with Massive Attack), Steve Edwards, and how local organisations and charities like the Sarah Nulty Power of Music Foundation are getting beh...2022-03-1833 minChris Talks MusicSalvation JayneIn this episode of Chris Talks Music, Salvation Jayne's bassist and producer Dan Lucas talks all about the band's recently released debut LP, A Mouthful of Spite, which was released in February 2022. Drawing on a variety of musical influences, exploring love and mental health, as well as discussing a number of topical themes that have dominated the news and our lives in recent times, A Mouthful of Spite is an exceptional exploration of narcissism, toxic relationships and so much more... a 52-minute treat of vocal splendour courtesy of lead singer Chess Smith. Dan takes us through the thinking behind...2022-03-1629 minChris Talks MusicTeenage Fanclub chat with Raymond McGinleyFollowing the release of their critically acclaimed 10th album ‘Endless Arcade' last year, the Scottish indie legends will be touring the release across the UK with a show at The Leadmill, Sheffield on 8 April, 2022.
Lead guitarist and vocalist, Raymond McGinley had a chat with Chris about the importance of escapism in music, collective creativity and longevity in the music industry, and why sometimes it's so much better to focus on the simplicity of things than unnecessarily complicating them.
Our long and winding discussion touched upon all sorts of topics, some meandering with others relating to ro...2022-03-1051 min
A Voice from the IslesGod Shines ForthFr. Christopher is the preacher today and examines the Feast of the Transfiguration of our Lord.2016-08-2400 minA Voice from the IslesA Judge We Can TrustFr. Christopher reminds us that the feast of the Ascension marks the transition from Christ’s presence in a limited sense to an unlimited one. He ascends to this universal presence on account of His being both God and man.2015-10-2300 minA Voice from the IslesGetting to the PointFr. Christopher gives the homily about the Samaritan Woman and the example of Christ in relating to people according to their needs and situations.2015-10-2300 minA Voice from the IslesIs He Risen Indeed?Fr. Christopher asks, when it comes to the resurrection of Jesus, is Church Tradition honest? Could the whole story have been made up? Surely anything less than honesty in the Church is not acceptable.2015-10-2300 minA Voice from the IslesVictory and New LifeFr. Christopher delivers the Paschal homily.2015-10-2300 minA Voice from the IslesNo Half MeasuresFr. Christopher gives the sermon on St. Mary of Egypt who was prepared to follow Christ, in the company of the saints, wherever that took her. May we have the grace to do the same.2015-10-2300 minA Voice from the IslesResponding in LoveFr. Christopher says the Feast of the Annunciation marks the entrance of God, physically, into history, when He took upon Himself our human nature.2015-10-2300 minA Voice from the IslesWhich Brother Am I?Fr. Christopher talks about the three major characters in the story of the prodigal son.2015-10-2300 minA Voice from the IslesLet Us Give ThanksFr. Christopher asks, "Why do we thank people? A cynic may answer to encourage more present giving in the future, and there is some truth to that. We do it to acknowledge the love and kindnesses of people and because there is a relationship. If there is not a two way exchange it is not a real relationship."2015-10-2300 minA Voice from the IslesBig and SmallFr. Christopher reminds us that the coming of Christ was an act of mercy and salvation in a world soiled by darkness, sin and evil.2015-10-2200 minA Voice from the IslesLoopholes and LoveFr. Christopher preaches on the Good Samaritan.2015-10-2200 minA Voice from the IslesTaking Up Our CrossesThere is a phrase one hears; “It is a cross I have to bear”; which usually means something that causes pain or grief or some sort of problem. Fr. Christopher says that is not quite what Christ meant in today's Gospel.2015-10-2200 minA Voice from the IslesFrom Sleep To GloryFr. Christopher gives the sermon on the Dormition of the Theotokos.2015-10-2200 minA Voice from the IslesEveryday MiraclesFr. Christopher preaches on the Sunday of the Paralytic.2015-10-2100 minA Voice from the IslesLessons from the LepersFr. Christopher says, "God works miracles by His power and when material objects are used these become channels of grace."2015-10-1600 minA Voice from the IslesMetamorphosisFr. Christopher preaches on the events of the Baptism of Christ.2015-10-1600 minA Voice from the IslesChristmas Nonsense and Christmas TruthFr. Christopher sets the record straight on the celebration of Christmas.2015-10-1600 minA Voice from the IslesLove FirstFr. Christopher gives the sermon and reminds us that If you believe in God you will want to be more like Him. You will want to be more loving and more help to others.2015-10-1500 minA Voice from the IslesAnyone Anywhere AnytimeFr. Christopher is the preacher today and reminds us that it is more than an act of mercy; it is an act of love, to put someone else’s needs before your own.2015-10-1500 minA Voice from the IslesEverything MattersFr. Christopher is the homilist and he reminds us that the Incarnation of Christ means that physical things are used by God to bless us.2015-10-1500 minA Voice from the IslesHumor MeFr. Christopher gives the sermon and reminds us that we use humour to get through life. Christ often used the humor of absurdity to make His point.2015-10-1500 minA Voice from the IslesThe Spirit of AidanFr. Christopher gives the homily on the patron saint of the parish - St. Aidan.2015-10-1500 minA Voice from the IslesThe Call of True FaithThe preacher today is Fr.Christopher who tells us that to experience the power of God in our lives we need faith.2015-10-1500 minA Voice from the IslesThe Mission of the SaintsFr. Christopher is the homilist and he reminds us that the saints are wonderful examples for us. They gave up everything for God.2015-10-1300 minA Voice from the IslesA Voice from the IslesFr. Christopher remembers St Columba, founder of Iona Monastery.2015-10-1300 minA Voice from the IslesTrampling Down Death By DeathFr. Christopher delivers the homily on Great and Holy Pascha.2015-10-1300 minA Voice from the IslesThe Raising of LazarusFr. Christopher speaks about the raising of Lazarus from the dead by Christ.2015-10-1300 minA Voice from the IslesMother Maria of ParisFr. Christopher speaks about the modern Saint, Mother Maria of Paris.2015-10-1300 minA Voice from the IslesRadical RepentanceFr. Christopher takes a lesson from the life of St. Mary of Egypt on what it means to repent.2015-10-1300 minA Voice from the IslesSt Peter, a Fisherman Most WiseFr. Christopher looks at three incidents in the life of St. Peter that are instructive for our life of repentance.2015-10-1300 minA Voice from the IslesTriumph of this FaithFr. Christopher gives the sermon on the Triumph of Orthodoxy.2015-10-1300 minA Voice from the IslesTaking Our StandFr. Christopher is the homilist today and he says that historically Christianity has not picked fights but we do know when to draw the line.2015-10-1300 minA Voice from the IslesSee, Listen, ActFr. Christopher reminds us that St. Joseph and the Theotokos were confronted with far more challenges in their lives than any of us are ever likely to experience. However, their responses to those immense challenges offer us responses from which we can learn.2015-10-1300 minA Voice from the IslesThe Birth of the TheotokosFr. Dn. Christopher preaches on the Nativity of the Theotokos.2015-10-1200 minA Voice from the IslesIn the Steps of St. AidanFr. Dn. Christopher preaches on the life of St. Aidan, the Patron Saint of the parish in Manchester.2015-10-1200 minA Voice from the IslesSt Peter and St Paul Resolve a ProblemFr. Dn. Christopher speaks on the Feast of Sts. Peter and Paul.2015-10-1200 minA Voice from the IslesOne to ComeFr. Dn. Christopher gives the sermon on the eve of Nativity.2015-10-0700 minA Voice from the IslesThe Healing CrossDn. Christopher gives the homily and says that Christ has destroyed death and the power of evil; he dealt with it in His passion. We have to repent to allow this salvation to work within us.2015-10-0700 minA Voice from the IslesHope in Our LadyFr. Dn. Christopher speaks about the Dormition of the Theotokos.2015-10-0600 minA Voice from the IslesGive to ReceiveDeacon Christopher is the speaker today and talks about God doing great things with scarce resources.2015-10-0600 minA Voice from the IslesLoving Christ As He IsDeacon Christopher is the homilist today. He says we must be careful to respond to people as they are and in particular we must be aware that Christ is not to be fitted into some expectations of ours. We need to know Him as He is.2015-10-0600 minA Voice from the IslesFrom Paralysis to ActionDn. Christopher is the guest homilist for the Sunday of the Paralytic.2015-10-0600 minA Voice from the IslesFree At LastDeacon Christopher is the homilist on Great and Holy Saturday.2015-10-0600 minA Voice from the IslesHope in the DesertToday's sermon is given by Dn. Christopher speaking about Saint Mary of Egypt, one of the greatest examples of personal repentance that we have.2015-10-0600 min