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2025-07-2758 min

How To Fail With Elizabeth Day James Blunt - ‘The Iraq war lost me my GRAMMYS’TW: miscarriage and pregnancy loss You’ll probably have heard of James Blunt. And if you haven’t, you’ve almost definitely heard his most famous song, You’re Beautiful. There was a time in the early 2000s that it was EVERYWHERE. And that’s because James Blunt was absolutely huge. His debut 2004 album, Back To Bedlam, was the biggest-selling album of the decade in the UK, shifting over 12 million copies. I know!! TWELVE MILLION. He has released another six albums since then, every one of them a top 10 hit, winning two Brit Award...

2024-10-2349 min

Talk2TheHand 90s It's all a Blur - The Story of BlurIn this episode, we dive into the storied career of Blur, one of the most iconic bands to emerge from the British music scene in the 1990s. We start by exploring their early days in London, when Damon Albarn, Graham Coxon, Alex James, and Dave Rowntree first came together to form a band that would become synonymous with the Britpop movement. We'll discuss the band's rise to fame, starting with their debut album, Leisure, and how they quickly became the darlings of the UK indie scene. With hits like "There's No Other Way" and "She's So High," Blur began...

2024-09-0323 min

Meilensteine - Alben, die Geschichte machten Blur – "Parklife" Nach einer desaströsen, abgebrochenen US-Tour ist für die Band Blur 1993 klar: Unser Publikum, das ist nicht die ganze Welt, sondern wir fokussieren uns auf unsere britische Heimat. Mit diesem Entschluss haben Damon Albarn, Graham Coxon, Dave Rowntree und Alex James die richtige Entscheidung getroffen. Mit ihrem Album "Parklife" hatte sich die Band dann 1994 nicht nur selbst musikalisch weiterentwickelt, sondern sie haben auch sowas wie den Grundstein des Britpop gelegt. Ich glaube, Blur liefern mit diesem Album die perfekte, und zwar umfassende Blaupause für die Ära und den Begriff des Britpop. Quelle: Stephan Fahrig, SWR1 Musikredakteur über die Q...

2024-04-221h 20

Les Étoiles Étoile 04 : Matthieu & GorillazPour cet épisode, Matthieu a voulu nous parler du groupe de sa vie : Gorillaz. Fan invétéré, aucun album ne lui a échappé depuis sa découverte. Matthieu voit avant tout le groupe comme des explorateurs de la musique, allant du rock au rap, en passant par la pop ; l’amenant lui-même à s’intéresser à de plus en plus de genres et d’artistes différents, jusqu’à devenir à son tour un explorateur. Anecdotes de concerts, idolâtrie pour Albarn et pouvoir de l'animation, bienvenue dans "Étoiles". INSTAGRAM : @radiocanineYOUTUBE :

2024-03-2855 min

The Farmers Guardian Podcast Blur bassist Alex James on his transition from rockstar to Cotswolds farmerHaving lived a rock and roll lifestyle as a member of one of the world's most loved bands, Blur bassist Alex James spoke to Chris Brayford about his transition from city dweller to a country farmer.The band, headed by Damon Albarn, released hit singles including 'Country House' and 'Parklife' as they clashed with Liam and Noel Gallagher's Oasis for chart dominance in the 1990s during what was christened the 'Battle of Britpop'. After falling in love with his wife in the Cotswolds roughly 20 years ago, Alex has found his niche in producing fruit and vegetables as...

2023-08-1127 min

Punto Muerto Blur - The Ballad Of DarrenCuando Blur lanzó su último LP, “The Magic Whip”, hubo mucha alegría ya que era su primer álbum desde “13” de 1999, donde cada pista presentaba a todos los miembros originales de la banda. Además, “The Magic Whip” vio a Blur reunirse con Stephen Street, quien produjo sus primeros cinco álbumes. Si bien “The Ballad of Darren” no presenta a Street, todos los miembros originales están presentes, con James Ford como productor, y lo más importante, la experiencia de grabación fue armoniosa. Nostálgico, casi dolorosamente consciente de sí mismo, “The Ballad of Darren” es un álbum de medio tiempo, reflexivo en su...

2023-08-1049 min

Tape Notes TN:119 Blur & James FordIn this episode, John is joined by Blur frontman Damon Albarn and producer James Ford, to talk about how they wrote, recorded and produced the album ‘The Ballad of Darren’.With Damon’s initial demos to hand, the pair give us a guided tour of the record, right through the early versions and studio sessions, from the moments that reignited the feelings they had when writing in the 90s, to piecing together the musical jigsaw that forms the Blur sound.Along with stories of Damon’s inspirational chickens and the dang...

2023-08-041h 31

The Last Line 39. bdrmmIn this episode of The Last Line, James chats to Joe, Jordan & Ryan, three of the four members of bdrmm about their new album 'I Don't Know' which is released on 30th June 2023. bdrmm are a Leeds/Hull based post-shoegaze group (although as you'll hear in the podcast their genre can be hard to define) comprised of Ryan Smith (vocals and guitars), Jordan Smith (bass and keys), Joe Vickers (guitar) and Conor Murray (drums). Their debut album 'Bedroom' was released in 2020 to critical acclaim and was included in many 'top album' lists of that y...

2023-06-2955 min

The Last Line 38. Paul MachlissIn this episode of The Last Line, James chats to film and television editor, Paul Machliss. In the early part of Paul's career he worked on a number of British comedy television programmes that have become classics in the eyes of many including Black Books, The IT Crowd, The Peter Serafinowicz Show and Spaced. Paul has continued to work with Spaced creator, Edgar Wright, on his features films from Scott Pilgrim Vs The World through to Last Night In Soho. In 2017 Paul was awarded a BAFTA for his work on Baby Driver and was nominated for an Academy Award...

2023-04-241h 28

The Last Line 37. Alex LoweIn this episode of The Last Line, James chats to returning guest, actor and comedian Alex Lowe. Alex has appeared in numerous television and film projects and is well known for his short but memorable appearance in Peter Kay's Phoenix Nights as psychic Clinton Baptiste. Alex continues to play the character of Clinton to this day on tour and in Clinton Baptiste's Paranormal Podcast. Alex is also the creator and voice behind another legendary comedy character, Barry from Watford who can be heard in the Angelos and Barry Show alongside Angelos Epithemiou. During their c...

2023-04-0256 min

The Last Line Crew's Next - Episode 01. Who Is Bernard Handy? - The PrestigeHello Last Line listeners! James here to tell you all about my new podcast with my good friend Elsa Grace, called Crew's Next. Crew's Next is THE podcast about film. Every other week, join James Albarn and Elsa Grace as they review and discuss a film that they have chosen from the filmography of a crew member that worked on the previous film they discussed. They start with Christopher Nolan's Prestige but who knows where they will end up as each different crew members filmography takes them to different years, genres and, let's be honest, quality levels! ...

2023-03-2956 min

The Last Line 36. Clive Stafford Smith OBEIn this episode of The Last Line, James talks to Clive Stafford Smith a lawyer specialising in civil rights and working against the death penalty in the United States. Recorded in 2021, they discuss the differences between the UK and US criminal justice systems, Clive's work as a lawyer representing those detained in Guantanamo Bay, the death penalty and the response he receives from the public when doing his work. Clive co-founded Reprieve in 1999, an organisation that defends marginalised people facing human rights abuses, spotlights cases of injustice and works with Governments to improve legislation. Clive has personally r...

2023-03-1757 min

Sólo Directos Blur, Parklife Tour (1994)Blur es un grupo de britpop formado en 1989 en la ciudad de Colchester, Inglaterra, bajo el nombre de Seymour. La banda está integrada por el vocalista, tecladista y guitarrista Damon Albarn, el guitarrista y vocalista Graham Coxon, el bajista Alex James y el baterista Dave Rowntree. El grupo se convirtió en una de las bandas más grandes e importantes del mundo durante la década de 1990. El álbum debut de Blur, Leisure, incorporó elementos de estilos como el «Madchester», el shoegazing y Baggy. Tras un cambio de estilo influenciado por algunos grupos ingleses de pop como The Kinks, The Beatles...

2023-02-202h 21

Composing Myself Josephine StephensonThe fifth episode of Composing Myself sees Wise Music CEO Dave Holley and Creative Director Gill Graham convene with French-British composer Josephine Stephenson for an illuminating and insightful meander through the fertile meadowlands of conversation. Topics covered include;- a formative introduction to the works of Mahler (“powerful music for a tiny child”)- how you really know when something is finished- collaborations with Damon Albarn, Arctic Monkeys and Radiohead- redressing the balance in COVIDAs ever, this is a chat full of intere...

2022-11-0236 min $LE SON D\'APRÈS$

LE SON D'APRÈS 56 | Tik Tok, Spyro et MotocrossPour ce 56ème épisode, Louise est impatiente et Clément doit faire des choix difficiles ! Retrouvez-nous sur Instagram et Twitter @lesondapres.Les morceaux présentés : 47MEOW - La QualitéDivino Nino - Tu TontoReuben James - Closer (ft. Sophie Faith, Jay Prince & CARRTOONS)JID - Dance Now (ft. Kenny Mason)Autres références :Playlist LE SON D'APRÈS dispo sur Apple Music, Spotify, Deezer & YouTube !Si vous nous trouvez pas, liens ici : https://linktr.ee/lesondapres47MEOWGrüntL’album « FLR »AaliyahErykah...

2022-10-3146 min

Transmusic Airwaves Transmusic Airwaves Episode #475 - July 22, 2022 Paul Ciminero (host) PodcastEach week as I prepare to get going on another upcoming show, a new release, movie or TV show, event, or person can serve as an inspiration to get the creative juices flowing and on this week’s TRANSMUSIC AIRWAVES (Episode #475 ) it was a combination of those elements that played out. Upon learning of the passing of Monty Newman, the composer of perhaps the world’s most recognizable spy movie theme (James Bond) I decided to incorporate that theme with other spy music themes interpreted by a variety of artists during today’s first set.The progra...

2022-07-223h 01

The Last Line 35. Stephen TobolowskyIn this episode of The Last Line, James talks to one of the most prolific actors in film and television, and returning guest Stephen Tobolowsky. Recorded in March of 2021, they discuss what it's like filming during the COVID pandemic, how they think people will change when it's all finally over and James trawls through Stephen's Trivia section of his IMDb page. Stephen has appeared in over 200 films with his IMDb page listing (at the time of writing this description) 256 acting credits in film and television including such projects as Groundhog Day, Memento, Spaceballs, Great Balls of Fire...

2022-02-1358 min

The Philip DeFranco Show PDS 1.25 Why The Internet is Freaking Out On Billie Eilish Taylor Swift, Joe Rogan, Youtube Embraces NFTs & MoreGo to http://www.getroman.com/Phil for $15 off your first ED treatment + free two-day shipping if prescribed News You Might Have Missed: https://youtu.be/QEHbOu7aY_k TEXT ME! +1 (813) 213-4423 Get More Phil: https://linktr.ee/PhilipDeFranco – 00:00 - Mark Cuban Launches Online Pharmacy to Cut Generic Drug Prices 02:40 - Susan Wojcicki Talks NFTs, Dislike Button 06:09 - Biden Caught on Hot Mic Slamming Peter Doocy 08:47 - Sponsor 09:36 - Neil Young Demands His Music Be Taken Down From Spotify Over Misinformation 11:33 - Taylor Swift Calls Out Damon Albarn For Saying She Doesn’t Write Her Own Music 13:38 - Federal Court Thro...

2022-01-2515 min

The Last Line 34. Ace RueleIn this episode of The Last Line, James talks to actor and motion capture performer Ace Ruele. During their conversation recorded earlier this year, they talk about Ace's work as a motion capture artist on projects such as The Legend Of Tarzan, Eternals and Planet Of The Apes VR. They also discuss Ace's struggle with facing deportation to Jamaica (a country he has only ever visited twice) after his residency status was revoked by the Home Office. Ace Ruele is one of the UK's leading actors in the motion capture/VFX industry. Ace's latest venture is his...

2021-12-071h 06

Stereoigor STEREOBAZA#461 Stereoigor Damon Albarn / Blur, Soulsavers ft Dave Gahan / Depeche Mode, Elvis Presley, Pet Shop Boys, Karel Gott, Paramore, HalfNoise, Nation of Language, The Unsleeping (ua), OSNOVA (ua) #461STEREOBAZA#461 Stereoigor на Просто Ради.О Damon Albarn / Blur Soulsavers ft Dave Gahan / Depeche Mode Elvis Presley Pet Shop Boys Karel Gott Paramore HalfNoise Nation of Language The Unsleeping OSNOVA # Еженедельно "автор и составитель" - музыкальный журналист и эксперт Stereoigor - представляет музыку, которая скоро становится must-have меломанов. STEREOBAZA — РАДИОШОУ №1 в Украине по рейтингу PromoDJ (2017 "Украина/за год"). Помимо новинок - информация о знаковых явлениях, лейблах о культовых фигурах актуальной музыкальной культуры: группах, исполнителях, продюсерах. Отдельного внимания аудио-гурманов заслуживает рубрика «Бонус-трек», посвященная раритетным версиям песен. Выходит с декабря 2011, в настоящий момент транслируется еженедельно на ПРОСТО РАДИ.О- на Просто Ради.о.1 (facebook.com/stereobaza), «стереогостями» радиошоу побывали такие деятели мировой музыкальной сцены: - Живая Легенда- Дэниел Миллер, основатель и глава MUTE Records (Fad Gadget, Depeche Mode, Moby, Goldfrapp, Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds, Einstürzende Neubauten) - Andy Fletcher - один из основателей Depeche Mode - Изобретатель жанра dub - легендарный Lee "Scratch" Perry - культовый лондонский продюсер и ди-джей Erol Alkan - создатель знаменитого берлинского инди-лейбла Morr Music Томас Морр - Группа De/Vision - Внучка изобретателя первого в мире электроинструмента — терменвокса — Льва Термена, легенда неоклассики Лидия Кавина, - Bonobo (Ninja Tune), - Jay-Jay Johanson , Robert Alfons/канадский синт-поп-проект TRUST, - James Lavelle / UNKLE, - Группы O.Children, Garden City Movement, HVOB, Crazy P и WhoMadeWho - Британский музыкант и продюсер Ghostpoet - Шотландский кинорежиссер Марк Казинс (Mark Cousins), "Atomic" (OST записан группой Mogwai) - Американский фрик-дуэт CocoRosie - Группы Metronomy, GusGus и Of Montreal - Трип-хоп икона Tricky - любимцы самых придирчивых музыкальных модников - британская группа ALT-J - Нидерландка KOVACS - Йохен Арбайт, EINSTÜRZENDE NEUBAUTEN (интервью by Stereoigor, записано в Берлине, ФРГ) - Британская группа HOT CHIP и её муз.идеолог Joe Goddard - Лидер BLOC PARTY - Kele Okereke - Фронтмен DEPECHE MODE - DAVE GAHAN (интервью by Stereoigor, записано в Милане, Италия) fb.com/stereobaza t.me/stereobaza stereobaza.com/audio STEREOBAZA#461 Stereoigor на Просто Ради.О Damon Albarn / Blur Soulsavers ft Dave Gahan / Depeche Mode Elvis Presley Pet

2021-11-2230 min

The Last Line 33. Iain LeeIn this episode of The Last Line, James talks to broadcaster, writer and television presenter Iain Lee. During their conversation they discuss Iain's new online radio station Radio Anywhere that launches on 15th November 2021. They discuss Iain's time at talkRADIO and the direction the station has gone in since his departure, his relationship with his audience, his dismay at the current state of radio and much more. Iain rose to prominence as the co-host of the satirical comedy show The 11 O'Clock Show on Channel 4 and co-hosted the live breakfast show RI:SE. Iain is a much-loved radio b...

2021-11-081h 22

This Is Not a Song Chart De James Blake a Damon AlbarnTerminamos ya de repasar (a medias) el último disco de James Blake, 'Friends that break your heart'. Nos despertamos con la psicodelia de Psychedelic Porn Crumpets y escuchamos novedades de Tarta Relena, Hyd, Tarta Relena con Cristina Len.

2021-10-1500 min

The Marsh Land Media Podcast Shuffling the Deck EP 01: "Carnival of Carnage"Welcome in, Juggalos, Juggalettes, and newbies to the first episode of "Shuffling the Deck" where our goal is to create the definitive introductory ICP playlist compiled of 1-2 songs from each Insane Clown Posse album, EP, and some side projects! Join us, hosts James (a podcaster/rapper/audio engineer plus a former teenage Juggalo with years of ICP knowledge) and Sean Marciniak (stand/improv comedian who has seen ICP wrestle on TV), as we discuss each album and make our picks! This week we chat about hometown fetishes, staying focused, living in the sewers, out ranged experience...

2021-10-051h 52

The Last Line 32. Tom Williams - Follow The Leader - Track By TrackIn this episode of The Last Line, James talks to friend of the podcast, singer/songwriter Tom Williams about his latest album Follow The Leader. They discuss the album track by track, exploring the themes of the album, Tom's songwriting process and his collaboration with his band members as well as touching upon some of his inspirations. Tom is a singer/songwriter that came to prominence with the band Tom Williams & The Boat who released three albums between 2010 and 2014. After taking a break from band duties Tom released two solo acoustic albums, New House & New Guitar before r...

2021-07-291h 26

掌柜阿峻跨刀！人类高质量男子组的六朵烟花 | 卧房撸歌男同学Crossover系列00:00:01 James Blake跟自己和解，找Finneas合作录影带00:05:24 Beck认领Paul McCartney的逆龄头套，舞！舞！舞！00:09:45 Nicolas Jaar和Dave Harrington重新合体Darkside00:15:09 Sam Shepherd专辑Promises入围2021水星音乐奖00:18:30 Damon Albarn助阵Poté二专00:21:51 Thom Yorke亲儿子为老父亲打鼓Music PlayedJames Blake - Say What You WillPaul McCartney ft. Beck - Find My WayDarkside - The LimitFloating Points, Pharoah Sanders - Movement 4Poté ft. Damon Albarn - Young LiesThom Yorke - Has Endedcontacts: @卧房撸歌 @掌柜阿峻

2021-07-2726 min

卧房撸歌跨刀！人类高质量男子组的六朵烟花男同学Crossover系列 00:00:01 James Blake跟自己和解，找Finneas合作录影带 00:05:24 Beck认领Paul McCartney的逆龄头套，舞！舞！舞！ 00:09:45 Nicolas Jaar和Dave Harrington重新合体Darkside 00:15:09 Sam Shepherd专辑Promises入围2021水星音乐奖 00:18:30 Damon Albarn助阵Poté二专 00:21:51 Thom Yorke亲儿子为老父亲打鼓 Music Played James Blake - Say What You Will Paul McCartney ft. Beck - Find My Way Darkside - The Limit Floating Points, Pharoah Sanders - Movement 4 Poté ft. Damon Albarn - Young Lies Thom Yorke - Has Ended 水星音乐奖系列 Black Country, New Road Mogwai竟然是头一次入围水星 Floating Points牵手Pharoah Sanders Arlo Parks 去年Mercury Prize颁奖前 contacts: @卧房撸歌 @掌柜阿峻

2021-07-2726 min

The Last Line 31. Ellie WhiteIn this episode of The Last Line, James talks to comedy actor and writer Ellie White. During their conversation, recorded earlier in the year, they talk about Ellie's work including her work with Natasia Demetriou and her appearance on This Time With Alan Partridge, as well as discussing some of Ellie's favourite reality television programmes from the early noughties and the idea of darkness in comedy. Ellie White is an English comedy actress and writer who attended the University of Bristol where she met fellow comedy actors and writers Jamie Demetriou and Natasia Demetriou, now her long-time...

2021-07-161h 11

The Last Line 30. Joe Dittmar (9/11 Survivor)In this episode of The Last Line, James talks to Joseph Dittmar Sr. a 2 World Trade Center survivor of 11th September 2001. Joseph founded the Always Remember Initiative to keep the voices, spirits and memories of the 3,000 victims of that day alive. Joseph makes regular presentations telling the story of the day free of charge simply to make sure that it is never forgotten. This year, 2021, marks the 20th anniversary of 9/11. Joseph Dittmar Sr. - The Always Remember Initiative: http://www.wtceskp.com/home.html *This episode describes Joseph's experiences in New York on t...

2021-06-101h 23

The Last Line 29. Charles Cave (White Lies)In this episode of The Last Line, James talks to songwriter, bassist and member of the band White Lies, Charles Cave. They discuss the 10th Anniversary of the band's debut album To Lose My Life and the 10 Year Anniversary Tour they did in celebration, their "difficult second album" Ritual, the ways in which the band's approach to songwriting has changed and the band's influences. White Lies are an English post-punk band from London comprising of Harry McVeigh on lead vocals and guitar, Charles Cave on bass guitar and backing vocals and Jack Lawrence-Brown on drums. The band...

2021-04-281h 14

The Last Line 28. Beth JenningsIn this episode of The Last Line, James talks to animal welfare campaigner and founder of the Claws Out Campaign, Beth Jennings. The Claws Out Campaign aims to end the exploitation of captive lions in South Africa. There is a clear correlation between the growth of the captive lion industry and the plummeting of wild lion numbers across Africa. The Claws Out Campaign seeks to make volunteers and tourists more aware of the role they are playing in contributing to the lion bone trade and canned hunting industry. After volunteering to 'Live with Lion Cubs in South A...

2021-04-021h 01

The Last Line 27. Tom AllenIn this episode of The Last Line, James talks to comedian, actor, writer and presenter Tom Allen. Their conversation includes Tom's thoughts on the television drama It's A Sin, Tom's comedy influences, his time spent at the National Youth Theatre and the idea of shame, a subject that Tom covers extensively in his book No Shame. Tom Allen is a comedian, actor, writer and presenter. In 2005, Tom won the So You Think You're Funny contest against notable names such as Sarah Millican, Joe Wilkinson, Kevin Bridges and friend of the podcast Stuart Goldsmith. As well as his...

2021-03-101h 13

The Last Line 26. Matthew FieldIn this episode of The Last Line, James talks to writer, documentary filmmaker, director and producer Matthew Field about his book, that he co-wrote with Ajay Chowdhury, Some Kind Of Hero: The Remarkable Story of the James Bond Films. As well as talking all things Bond, they also discuss The Italian Job, a film about which Matthew is considered a leading authority and his work on behind the scenes documentaries about films such as Terminator 2 and Mamma Mia: Here We Go Again!. Matthew began his writing career with the book, The Making of The Italian Job, later...

2021-02-171h 00

The Last Line 25. Toby SegarIn this episode of The Last Line, James talks to Parkour athlete, filmmaker and member of STORROR, Toby Segar. During their conversation recorded earlier this year, they discuss the origins of Parkour, how Toby developed his craft as a filmmaker and athlete, STORROR's work on Michael Bay's 6 Underground and they even discuss Toby's love for the film Avatar. Toby Segar is a parkour athlete and filmmaker and member of the parkour team STORROR. STORROR is a professional parkour and specialist stunt performance team, participating in work for movies, advertising, live performances and much more. The team is...

2021-02-101h 12

The Last Line 24. Michael CummingIn this episode of The Last Line, James talks to filmmaker Michael Cumming about his new film King Rocker, a documentary about Robert Lloyd, lead singer of 70's post-punk band The Nightingales. During their conversation they discuss the new film, its central protagonist Robert Lloyd, Michael's work on Chris Morris's now legendary Brass Eye and the surprise success of Matt Berry's Toast of London. Michael Cumming is a director and filmmaker whose back catalogue includes Chris Morris's Brass Eye and Michael's subsequent film about it Oxide Ghosts, Matt Lucas & David Walliams in Rock Profile, the cult classic...

2021-02-031h 11

The Last Line 23. Stewart LeeIn this episode of The Last Line, James talks to comedian Stewart Lee about his new film King Rocker, a documentary about Robert Lloyd, lead singer of 70's post-punk band The Nightingales. During their conversation they discuss the new film, its central protagonist Robert Lloyd, stand up comedy, Stewart's propensity to defend stand up comedians against the views of the general public and his reluctance to participate in podcast interviews. Stewart Lee is a stand up comedian, writer and director who, in the 90s, was one half of the comedy duo Lee and Herring. After writing and...

2021-02-031h 15

Getting Pretentious 21. Lianne La Havas - Lianne La HavasIn the twenty-first episode of Getting Pretentious, George and James dive into Lianne La Havas's 'Lianne La Havas'.They discuss everything from the unplanned feeling of the artwork and press shots, the emotional power of the record to Lianne's cover of Radiohead's 'Weird Fishes' and why her version may be the superior cut.Watch the podcast every Monday at:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5iIo1ZH45fiqed0bCnekAQFollow us on social media:Twitter - https://twitter.com/get_pretentiousInstagram - https://ww...

2020-08-311h 03

Getting Pretentious 20. Thom Yorke - ANIMAIn the twentieth episode of Getting Pretentious, George and James dive into Thom Yorke's 'ANIMA'.They discuss everything from the album's sterling production, Paul Thomas Anderson's film to why coconut rum is George and James's new favourite drink.Watch the podcast every Monday at:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5iIo1ZH45fiqed0bCnekAQFollow us on social media:Twitter - https://twitter.com/get_pretentiousInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/get_pretentious/Follow George on social media:In...

2020-08-2247 min

Getting Pretentious 19. Arcade Fire - The SuburbsIn the nineteenth episode of Getting Pretentious, George and James dive into Arcade Fire's 'The Suburbs'.They discuss everything from the nostalgic sound of the music, the unique way in which the album was recorded to the decision to not feature David Byrne from The Talking Heads on the album.Watch the podcast every Monday at:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5iIo1ZH45fiqed0bCnekAQFollow us on social media:Twitter - https://twitter.com/get_pretentiousInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/ge...

2020-08-1459 min

Getting Pretentious 18. Death Grips - The Money StoreIn the eighteenth episode of Getting Pretentious, George and James dive into Death Grips's 'The Money Store'.They discuss everything from the aggressive production, MC Ride's lyrics to the world that Death Grips create through their music and the album's artwork.Follow us on social media:Twitter - https://twitter.com/get_pretentiousInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/get_pretentious/Follow George on social media:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/georgekerridge/Follow James on social media:Instagram - h...

2020-07-241h 05

Getting Pretentious 17. Jack Garratt - Love, Death & DancingIn the seventeenth episode of Getting Pretentious, George and James dive into Jack Garratt's 'Love, Death & Dancing'.They discuss everything from Jack Garratt's deeply personal sophomore record, the record's production to why Jack Garratt is one of the most unique live artists working today.Follow us on social media:Twitter - https://twitter.com/get_pretentiousInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/get_pretentious/Follow George on social media:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/georgekerridge/Follow James on social media:

2020-07-1152 min

Getting Pretentious 16. Hayley Williams - Petals For ArmorIn the sixteenth episode of Getting Pretentious, George and James dive into Hayley Williams's 'Petals For Armor'.They discuss everything from why the project is the best surprise of 2020, the meaning behind the album's title to why artists should consider making feature length films with their albums.Follow us on social media:Twitter - https://twitter.com/get_pretentiousInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/get_pretentious/Follow George on social media:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/georgekerridge/Follow James on...

2020-07-0359 min

Getting Pretentious 15. The 1975 - Notes On A Conditional FormIn the fifteenth episode of Getting Pretentious, George and James dive into The 1975's 'Notes On A Conditional Form'.They discuss everything from the significance of the album's mammoth track list, the differing genres to why Notes On A Conditional Form would make a great name for a kebab shop.Follow us on social media:Twitter - https://twitter.com/get_pretentiousInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/get_pretentious/Follow George on social media:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/georgekerridge/F...

2020-06-261h 06

Getting Pretentious 14. Foals - Everything Not Saved Will Be Lost Parts 1&2In the fourteenth episode of Getting Pretentious, George and James dive into Foals's 'Everything Not Saved Will Be Lost Parts 1&2.They discuss everything from the significance of the album's artwork, the consequences of splitting the album into two parts to an in depth look at the music videos and marketing material released alongside the albums.Follow us on social media:Twitter - https://twitter.com/get_pretentiousInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/get_pretentious/Follow George on social media:Instagram - https://www.ins...

2020-06-191h 25

Getting Pretentious 13. The Dave Brubeck Quartet - Time OutIn the thirteenth episode of Getting Pretentious, George and James dive into The Dave Brubeck Quartet's 'Time Out'.They discuss everything from how Dave Brubeck's trip to Turkey inspired the rhythms of 'Blue Rondo a la Turk', the difference between cool jazz and bebop to why Dave Brubeck is so influential.Follow us on social media:Twitter - https://twitter.com/get_pretentiousInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/get_pretentious/Follow George on social media:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/georgekerridge/...

2020-06-1250 min

Getting Pretentious 12. The National - I Am Easy To FindIn the twelfth episode of Getting Pretentious, George and James dive into The National's 'I Am Easy To Find'.They discuss everything from the short film that accompanies the album by Mike Mills, the album's mood piece feel to why George doesn't like the album but would put it in top 100 album lists.Follow us on social media:Twitter - https://twitter.com/get_pretentiousInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/get_pretentious/Follow George on social media:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/geo...

2020-06-051h 02

Getting Pretentious 11. Peter Gabriel - SoIn the eleventh episode of Getting Pretentious, George and James dive into Peter Gabriel's 'So'.They discuss everything from the influences that Peter Gabriel has had on today's artists, the awesome production by Daniel Lanois to why James is astonished that George has never heard 'Sledgehammer' before.Follow us on social media:Twitter - https://twitter.com/get_pretentiousInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/get_pretentious/Follow George on social media:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/georgekerridge/Follow James on...

2020-05-2954 min

Getting Pretentious 10. Primal Scream - ScreamadelicaIn the tenth episode of Getting Pretentious, George and James dive into Primal Scream's 'Screamadelica'.They discuss everything from Andrew Weatherall's legendary production work on the album, their thoughts on Primal Scream before and after the album, to why this album deserved to win the first ever Mercury Music Prize.Follow us on social media:Twitter - https://twitter.com/get_pretentiousInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/get_pretentious/Follow George on social media:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/georgekerridge/F...

2020-05-2245 min

The Last Line 22. Stephen TobolowskyIn this episode of The Last Line, James talks to one of the most prolific actors in film and television, and returning guest Stephen Tobolowsky. They catch up on what has happened in the last year since they spoke that includes the cancellation and revival of One Day At A Time as well as discussing life in lockdown, writing, why the key to success in a creative field is just to keep making things and how Stephen once turned down Clint Eastwood.Stephen has appeared in over 200 films with his IMDb page listing (at the time of writing this description) 256...

2020-05-151h 13

Getting Pretentious 09. Dua Lipa - Future NostalgiaIn the ninth episode of Getting Pretentious, George and James dive into Dua Lipa's 'Future Nostalgia'.They discuss everything from the interesting revelations surrounding the album's songwriters, the compilation feel of the record to why Future Nostalgia feels like the set up for something brilliant on the horizon.Follow us on social media:Twitter - https://twitter.com/get_pretentiousInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/get_pretentious/Follow George on social media:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/georgekerridge/Follow Jam...

2020-05-1553 min

Getting Pretentious 08. Colossal Squid - SwungertIn the eighth episode of Getting Pretentious, George and James dive into Colossal Squid's 'Swungert'. They discuss everything from Adam Betts's mastery over a drum kit, the way in which Colossal Squid's album was made to why some artists live for the album whereas others live for the live performance.Follow us on social media:Twitter - https://twitter.com/get_pretentiousInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/get_pretentious/Follow George on social media:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/georgekerridge/F...

2020-05-0845 min

Getting Pretentious 07. The War On Drugs - Lost In The DreamIn the seventh episode of Getting Pretentious, George and James dive into The War On Drugs's "Lost In The Dream".They discuss everything from Adam Granduciel's mindset during the making of the album, why James struggles to articulate what it is about The War On Drugs that he loves so much to their life in lockdown.Follow us on social media:Twitter - https://twitter.com/get_pretentiousInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/get_pretentious/Follow George on social media:Instagram - https://www...

2020-05-0156 min

Getting Pretentious Bonus Episode - Miss AmericanaIn this bonus episode of Getting Pretentious, George and James look at the Taylor Swift documentary, Miss Americana.They discuss everything from why the documentary packs an emotional punch, the trials and tribulations of meeting someone famous to why everyone should watch the film for a new perspective on the pop superstar.Follow us on social media:Twitter - https://twitter.com/get_pretentiousInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/get_pretentious/Follow George on social media:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/georgekerridge/

2020-04-271h 04

Getting Pretentious 06. Swans - To Be KindIn the sixth episode of Getting Pretentious, George and James dive into Swans's 'To Be Kind'.They discuss everything from the epic two hour running time of the album, the cinematic nature of To Be Kind to whether or not an album that is two hours long is self-indulgent or beautifully well crafted.Follow us on social media:Twitter - https://twitter.com/get_pretentiousInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/get_pretentious/Follow George on social media:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/geo...

2020-04-241h 05

Getting Pretentious 05. Michael Kiwanuka - KIWANUKAIn the fifth episode of Getting Pretentious, George and James dive into Michael Kiwanuka's 'KIWANUKA'.They discuss everything from the well constructed tracklisting of 'KIWANUKA', their initial misconceptions of Michael Kiwanuka's music to the awesome production of Danger Mouse. There is also an in-depth breakdown of one of the weirdest TV shows in recent history.Follow us on social media:Twitter - https://twitter.com/get_pretentiousInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/get_pretentious/Follow George on social media:Instagram - https://www.ins...

2020-04-171h 21

Getting Pretentious 04. Childish Gambino - Because The InternetIn the fourth episode of Getting Pretentious, George and James dive into Childish Gambino's 'Because The Internet'.They discuss everything from the screenplay written to accompany the album, how 'Because The Internet' compares to Gambino's next album 'Awaken My Love' to why 'Because The Internet' feels like a journey into the mind of Donald Glover.Follow us on social media:Twitter - https://twitter.com/get_pretentiousInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/get_pretentious/Follow George on social media:Instagram - https://www.ins...

2020-04-1048 min

Getting Pretentious 03. White Lies - To Lose My LifeIn the third episode of Getting Pretentious, George and James dive into White Lies's 'To Lose My Life'.They discuss everything from the effect of Charles Cave's complex lyricism, how White Lies's instrumental simplicity makes the album shine to why ten years on 'To Lose My Life' still stands out as a unique indie record. Thank you to Jake Raywood for mixing this episode of the podcast:https://www.instagram.com/jakeraywood/Follow us on social media:Twitter - https://twitter.com/get_pretentiousI...

2020-04-0348 min

The Last Line Getting Pretentious - Episode 01. The 1975 - A Brief Inquiry Into Online RelationshipsJames from The Last Line has a new weekly podcast co-hosted with musician George Kerridge.In the first ever episode of Getting Pretentious, George and James dive in to The 1975's 'A Brief Inquiry Into Online Relationships'.They discuss everything from James's initial preconceptions and misgivings about the band, the 1975's visual style, George's love and appreciation of Matt Healy's creative mind and why 'A Brief Inquiry' may in fact be a punk record in disguise.To listen to more of Getting Pretentious head over to the Getting Pretentious podcast...

2020-03-2752 min

Getting Pretentious 02. Taylor Swift - 1989In the second episode of Getting Pretentious, George and James dive into Taylor Swift's '1989'.They discuss everything from why 'Blank Space' is one of the best pop tracks of the decade, Taylor Swift's transition from a country singer to pop superstar, to George and James's confusion as to why Taylor Swift receives as much hate as she does.Thank you to Jake Raywood for mixing this episode of the podcast:https://www.instagram.com/jakeraywood/Follow us on social media:Twitter - https://twitter.c...

2020-03-2750 min

Getting Pretentious 01. The 1975 - A Brief Inquiry Into Online RelationshipsIn the first ever episode of Getting Pretentious, George and James dive in to The 1975's 'A Brief Inquiry Into Online Relationships'. They discuss everything from James's initial preconceptions and misgivings about the band, the 1975's visual style, George's love and appreciation of Matt Healy's creative mind and why 'A Brief Inquiry' may in fact be a punk record in disguise.Thank you to Jake Raywood for mixing this episode of the podcast:https://www.instagram.com/jakeraywood/Follow us on social media:Twitter - https...

2020-03-2752 min

The Last Line 21. Tom WilliamsIn this episode of The Last Line, James speaks to singer/songwriter Tom Williams. Tom has appeared on the show before back in Episode 4 and now joins James over the internet to discuss life in self-isolation after the UK was put into lockdown the day before.Tom is a singer/songwriter that came to prominence with the band Tom Williams & The Boat who released three albums between 2010 and 2014. After taking a break from band duties Tom released two solo acoustic albums, New House & New Guitar before releasing All Change in 2017 which was chosen as one of...

2020-03-2456 min

The Totally Football Show with James Richardson Younger than Damon AlbarnRUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: FA Cup 4th round replay reaction (01m 00s) • PART 2: Arsenal v Sheff Utd preview with James Shield from The Star, Sheffield (07m 30s)• PART 3: Mike Dean: football icon (16m 30s)• PART 4a: Watford v Tottenham & Newcastle v Chelsea previews (25m 00s)• PART 4b: Norwich v Bournemouth, Brighton v Aston Villa, Burnley v Leicester & West Ham v Everton previews (34m 30s)• PART 4c: Man City v Crystal Palace, Southampton v Wolves & Liverpool v Man Utd previews (45m 30s)• PART 5: The odds with Lee Price from Paddy Power (57m 00s) • PART 6: Euro news (59m 00s) GET IN TOUCH:• follow us on Instagram (https...

2020-01-161h 06

The Last Line 20. Richard Porter - Part TwoIn this episode of The Last Line, James speaks to motoring journalist, Top Gear & Grand Tour script editor, Sniff Petrol founder and one half of Smith & Sniff, Richard Porter. Richard is the author of the book 'And On That Bombshell: Inside the Madness and Genius of Top Gear' which offers a behind the scenes insight into the production of the show over the course of its thirteen year run. This year he also released the book How to be Formula One Champion which includes advice on the practical elements of being a formula one driver including the art of...

2019-12-201h 23

The Last Line 19. Richard Porter - Part OneIn this episode of The Last Line, James speaks to motoring journalist, Top Gear & Grand Tour script editor, Sniff Petrol founder and one half of Smith & Sniff, Richard Porter. Richard is the author of the book 'And On That Bombshell: Inside the Madness and Genius of Top Gear' which offers a behind the scenes insight into the production of the show over the course of its thirteen year run. This year he also released the book How to be Formula One Champion which includes advice on the practical elements of being a formula one driver including the art of...

2019-12-1659 min

The Last Line 18. Stuart GoldsmithIn the latest episode of The Last Line, James talks to comedian and podcast host Stuart Goldsmith. Stuart is a stand up comedian and former street performer who in 2012 started The Comedian's Comedian podcast in which he interviews comedians about the craft of writing and performing stand up comedy. At the time of writing this podcast description, The Comedian's Comedian has 319 episodes and the list of guests is mind-boggling. Generally if you can think of a stand up comedian they've probably been on Stuart's podcast at some point. As Stuart is one of the podcasting titans...

2019-12-091h 05

The Last Line 17. Gordon BuchananOn this episode of The Last Line, James chats with wildlife filmmaker and presenter Gordon Buchanan. Gordon began his career as a camera assistant to for survival cameraman Nick Gordon and has since gone on to produce variety of wildlife documentaries for the BBC including The Polar Bear Family & Me which famously saw Gordon sitting inside a transparent cube while a polar bear tried to gain entry. Gordon has recently returned from Russia where he has been filming a new programme that is expected to air around Christmas time about the re-introduction to the wild of lynx that have...

2019-10-1158 min

The Last Line 16. Mick WestIn this episode of The Last Line James chats to science writer, skeptical investigator and conspiracy debunker Mick West. He is the creator of the websites Contrail Science and Metabunk which endeavour to provide scientific evidence to debunk pseudoscientific claims such as chemtrails, UFOs and conspiracy theories. In 2018, Mick released the book Escaping the Rabbit Hole. How to Debunk Conspiracy Theories Using Facts, Logic and Respect and in 2019 started his podcast Tales From The Rabbit Hole in which he interviews those involved, or once involved, in conspiracy culture.During their conversation James and Mick discuss contrails...

2019-09-3059 min

Transmusic Airwaves Transmusic Airwaves (Episode #331) - Woodstock, Porchrokr, & More - August 16, 2019 - with Paul Ciminero (host)Boy Oh Boy! There's nothing like celebrating great 'live' events so I've pulled out all the stops on today's TRANSMUSIC AIRWAVES (Episode #331) to do just that. This weekend marks the 50th anniversary of the Woodstock music festival AND the umpteenth time my local Akron 'Highland Square' neighborhood brings over 100 performers to their yearly 'Porchrokr' festival so I'll focus on both celebrations by playing plenty of great music found at each.Porchrokr is held on Saturday, August 17th beginning at 10:30 a.m. so I'll play music from local acts appearing there including THE HI-FI'S, THE BEYONDERERS, and FANCY LEGS...

2019-08-153h 00

The Last Line 15. Alex LoweIn this episode of The Last Line, James chats to actor and comedian Alex Lowe. Alex has appeared in numerous television and film projects and is well known for his short but memorable appearance in Peter Kay's Phoenix Nights as psychic Clinton Baptiste. Alex continues to play the character of Clinton to this day and his podcast Clinton Baptiste's Paranormal Podcast is in its second series. Alex is also the creator and voice behind another legendary comedy character, Barry from Watford who can often be heard as a caller on the radio programmes of Steve Wright and Iain Lee...

2019-08-121h 03

The Last Line 14. Stephen TobolowskyIn this episode of The Last Line, James talks to one of the most prolific actors in film and television, Stephen Tobolowsky. Stephen has appeared in over 200 films with his IMDb page listing (at the time of writing this description) 256 acting credits in film and television including such projects as Groundhog Day, Memento, Spaceballs, Great Balls of Fire, Freaky Friday, One Day At A Time, The Goldbergs, Silicon Valley, Heroes and many many more. Stephen is also known for his podcast, The Tobolowsky Files, each episode telling a different story from Stephen's career or varied and interesting life.

2019-07-201h 09

The Last Line 13. Jake MeyerIn this episode of The Last Line, James talks to mountaineer Jake Meyer about his summit of K2 a year ago. K2 is often referred to as 'The Savage Mountain' as it is generally considered to be one of the most dangerous mountains to climb. It is the second highest behind Mount Everest and is the mountain with the highest fatality to summit rate, about one person dies for every four that reach the summit. Jake reached the summit last year after two unsuccessful attempts and he tells the story of the attempts and summits on the show.

2019-07-051h 04

The Last Line 11. Nick Helm After a long hiatus, The Last Line is back! In this episode James talks to comedian, actor and musician Nick Helm. Nick has been performing shows at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival since the early 2000s and came to prominence with his 2010 show Keep Hold of the Gold. His 2011 follow-up, Dare To Dream was nominated for the Fosters best comedy show award and won Dave's award for the funniest joke of the 2011 Edinburgh Fringe. Nick regularly appears on television in shows such as 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown, Russell Howard's Good News and The Boyle Variety Performance. In 2014 Nick starred in...

2019-06-271h 00

The Last Line 10. Jerry Buting In the tenth episode of The Last Line, James talks to criminal defence attorney, star of 'Making a Murderer' and author of 'Illusion of Justice: Inside Making A Murderer and America's Broken System', Jerry Buting. During their conversation they discuss the problems with the justice system in America, the benefits of the filming of trials, Jerry's faith and battle with cancer and why people are more drawn towards a job in prosecution than defence. Jerry Buting has worked as a criminal defence lawyer in the state of Wisconsin for more than thirty-five years. Jerry has worked on many high profile...

2019-06-271h 16

The Last Line 09. Harald Grosskopf & Eberhard Kranemann (Krautwerk) In the ninth episode of The Last Line, James chats to German electronic music pioneers Harald Grosskopf & Eberhard Kranemann of newly formed outfit Krautwerk. During their conversation they discuss the lack of experimentation in modern music, the need for imperfections in art and how growing up in post-war Germany influenced their music. Harald and Eberhard are both influential names in the world of German electronic music. Harald played drums on early work by Klaus Shulze before recording thirteen albums with the band Ashra. His solo albums Synthesist and Oceanheart have become cult hits in the electronic music scene. Eberhard is...

2019-06-2744 min

The Last Line 08. David Neiwert In the eighth episode of The Last Line, James talks to journalist and blogger David Neiwert about everything from Alex Jones's removal from iTunes, Spotify and YouTube to conspiracy theories and their love for New Zealand film director Taika Waititi. David hails from the United States and formally wrote for MSNBC.com where he won the National Press Club Award for Distinguised Online Journalism in 2000 for his series on domestic terrorism. He is the writer of several books, his latest being 2017's Alt America: the Rise of the Radical Right in the Age of Trump. David is also a contributing...

2019-06-2758 min

The Last Line 07. James Toseland In the seventh episode of The Last Line, James talks to Two-Time World Superbike Champion and Lead Singer of Toseland, James Toseland. Recorded outside the pub at the end of the road they both live on they focus on how one moves on from having to give up what they love early in life and rebuild a new life and career. Apologies for the background noise, as this episode was recorded outside there will be vehicle noises present. James Toseland was the World Superbike Champion in 2004 and 2007 before a wrist injury sustained in 2011 ended his racing career prematurely. After retiring...

2019-06-221h 04

The Last Line 12. Sir John CurticeIn this episode of The Last Line, James talks to political scientist and Professor at the University of Strathclyde, Sir John Curtice. Sir John is a Senior Research Fellow at The National Centre of Social Research and is particularly interested in electoral behaviour and researching political and social attitudes. He serves as President of the British Polling Council, vice-chair of the Economic and Social Data's Advisory Committee and is a member of the editorial board of the Journal of Elections, the Executive Committee of the British Politics Section of the American Political Science Association, and the Policy Advisory Committee of...

2019-06-211h 01

The Last Line 11. Nick HelmAfter a long hiatus, The Last Line is back! In this episode James talks to comedian, actor and musician Nick Helm. Nick has been performing shows at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival since the early 2000s and came to prominence with his 2010 show Keep Hold of the Gold. His 2011 follow-up, Dare To Dream was nominated for the Fosters best comedy show award and won Dave's award for the funniest joke of the 2011 Edinburgh Fringe. Nick regularly appears on television in shows such as 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown, Russell Howard's Good News and The Boyle Variety Performance.

2019-06-071h 01

SV3N Beats SV3N 10 - Spooky SpecialSV3N 10 - Spooky Special Tracklist: M!NT - Derek Foreal BRL, SBNC - Varca Overwerk - Phase Nic Fancuilli featuring Damon Albarn - Saying (Kölsch Remix) Overwerk - Reign Ante Perry - Hildegard Steve Angello - Shifter Daft Punk - Adagio for Tron (Remixed by Teddybears) PIXL - Octofunk Asco - Baccano PIXL - Sugar Rush James Egbert & Dirtyloud - Floating James Egbert & Addison - Gamma Matt Fax - Echo

2018-10-2800 min

The Last Line 10. Jerry ButingIn the tenth episode of The Last Line, James talks to criminal defence attorney, star of 'Making a Murderer' and author of 'Illusion of Justice: Inside Making A Murderer and America's Broken System', Jerry Buting. During their conversation they discuss the problems with the justice system in America, the benefits of the filming of trials, Jerry's faith and battle with cancer and why people are more drawn towards a job in prosecution than defence.Jerry Buting has worked as a criminal defence lawyer in the state of Wisconsin for more than thirty-five years. Jerry has worked...

2018-10-231h 17

The Last Line 09. Harald Grosskopf & Eberhard Kranemann (Krautwerk)In the ninth episode of The Last Line, James chats to German electronic music pioneers Harald Grosskopf & Eberhard Kranemann of newly formed outfit Krautwerk. During their conversation they discuss the lack of experimentation in modern music, the need for imperfections in art and how growing up in post-war Germany influenced their music.Harald and Eberhard are both influential names in the world of German electronic music. Harald played drums on early work by Klaus Shulze before recording thirteen albums with the band Ashra. His solo albums Synthesist and Oceanheart have become cult hits in the electronic...

2018-09-1846 min

The Last Line 08. David NeiwertIn the eighth episode of The Last Line, James talks to journalist and blogger David Neiwert about everything from Alex Jones's removal from iTunes, Spotify and YouTube to conspiracy theories and their love for New Zealand film director Taika Waititi. David hails from the United States and formally wrote for MSNBC.com where he won the National Press Club Award for Distinguised Online Journalism in 2000 for his series on domestic terrorism. He is the writer of several books, his latest being 2017's Alt America: the Rise of the Radical Right in the Age of Trump. David i...

2018-09-0659 min

The Last Line 07. James ToselandIn the seventh episode of The Last Line, James talks to Two-Time World Superbike Champion and Lead Singer of Toseland, James Toseland. Recorded outside the pub at the end of the road they both live on they focus on how one moves on from having to give up what they love early in life and rebuild a new life and career. Apologies for the background noise, as this episode was recorded outside there will be vehicle noises present.James Toseland was the World Superbike Champion in 2004 and 2007 before a wrist injury sustained in 2011 e...

2018-08-211h 05

The Last Line 06. Jack Bourke In the sixth episode of The Last Line, James chats to Jack Bourke of the band City Calm Down. Recorded backstage ahead of their gig at The London Borderline in May of 2018, they discuss everything from physical music sales, the prospect of AI created songs, the difficulty of balancing a full time job with a music and why James should never write interview questions late at night. City Calm Down hail from Melbourne Australia, they have released two studio albums, In A Restless House (2015) and Echoes in Blue (2018). Their debut album debuted at number 25 on the ARIA charts and the...

2018-07-3047 min

The Last Line 06. Jack Bourke (City Calm Down)In the sixth episode of The Last Line, James chats to Jack Bourke of the band City Calm Down. Recorded backstage ahead of their gig at The London Borderline in May of 2018, they discuss everything from physical music sales, the prospect of AI created songs, the difficulty of balancing a full time job with a music and why James should never write interview questions late at night. City Calm Down hail from Melbourne Australia, they have released two studio albums, In A Restless House (2015) and Echoes in Blue (2018). Their debut album debuted at number 25 on the A...

2018-07-3048 min

The Last Line 05. Ellie Flynn In the fifth episode of The Last Line, James talks to investigative journalist and documentary presenter Ellie Flynn. Recorded in March of 2018, they cover everything from Ellie's documentary Rent For Sex which investigated landlords advertising their properties for free in exchange for sexual favours, our thoughts and insecurities around conducting interviews and being interviewed and Ellie's experience with the world of catfishing. Ellie has written for an extensive list of magazines and newspapers and worked as a reporter at a national newspaper before moving into presenting television documentaries for BBC Three. As well as investigating the landlords offering rent for...

2018-07-1746 min

The Last Line 05. Ellie FlynnIn the fifth episode of The Last Line, James talks to investigative journalist and documentary presenter Ellie Flynn. Recorded in March of 2018, they cover everything from Ellie's documentary Rent For Sex which investigated landlords advertising their properties for free in exchange for sexual favours, our thoughts and insecurities around conducting interviews and being interviewed and Ellie's experience with the world of catfishing. Ellie has written for an extensive list of magazines and newspapers and worked as a reporter at a national newspaper before moving into presenting television documentaries for BBC Three. As well as investigating the l...

2018-07-1647 min

The Last Line 04. Tom Williams In the fourth episode of The Last Line, James talks to singer/songwriter Tom Williams. Recorded in February of 2018, they cover everything from Tom's latest album All Change, his other job teaching music and songwriting to school children, pop music, the merits of buying physical music and their views on a certain red headed singing megastar who plays a tiny guitar. Tom came to prominence with the band Tom Williams & The Boat who released three albums between 2010 and 2014. They were championed by the likes of Lauren Laverne and Steve Lemacq at BBC 6Music. After taking a break from band duties...

2018-07-0349 min

The Last Line 04. Tom WilliamsIn the fourth episode of The Last Line, James talks to singer/songwriter Tom Williams. Recorded in February of 2018, they cover everything from Tom's latest album All Change, his other job teaching music and songwriting to school children, pop music, the merits of buying physical music and their views on a certain red headed singing megastar who plays a tiny guitar. Tom came to prominence with the band Tom Williams & The Boat who released three albums between 2010 and 2014. They were championed by the likes of Lauren Laverne and Steve Lemacq at BBC 6Music. After taking a b...

2018-07-0350 min

The Last Line 03. Shaun Attwood In the third episode of The Last Line, James talks to author, activist and former ecstasy kingpin Shaun Attwood. Recorded in May of 2018, they cover everything from life and violence in prison, corruption in the justice system, Shaun's book on Making a Murderer's Steven Avery, mafia boss Sammy 'The Bull' Gravano and whether James would end up as someone's prison bitch. Born in Widnes, Shaun moved to Arizona as a young man and within a few years he had already become a millionaire on the stock markets. Through throwing massive rave parties, Shaun found himself becoming the biggest ecstasy dealer...

2018-06-1958 min

The Last Line 03. Shaun AttwoodIn the third episode of The Last Line, James talks to author, activist and former ecstasy kingpin Shaun Attwood. Recorded in May of 2018, they cover everything from life and violence in prison, corruption in the justice system, Shaun's book on Making a Murderer's Steven Avery, mafia boss Sammy 'The Bull' Gravano and whether James would end up as someone's prison bitch.Born in Widnes, Shaun moved to Arizona as a young man and within a few years he had already become a millionaire on the stock markets. Through throwing massive rave parties, Shaun found himself becoming...

2018-06-1959 min

The Last Line 02. J. Willgoose Esq. In the second episode of The Last Line, James talks to J. Willgoose Esq. of the band, Public Service Broadcasting. Recorded in January of 2018 they cover everything from creative processes, peforming at Brixton Academy, being interviewed and even the trials and tribulations of being a Wimbledon F.C. supporter. Public Service Broadcasting are a pseudonymous musical group that set new music to old public information films, archive footage and propoganda material. They work closely with institutions such as the BFI to produce concept albums that tackle subjects such as the Welsh Mining Industry (Every Valley, 2017), the Space Race (The Race...

2018-06-0558 min

The Last Line 02. J. Willgoose Esq. (Public Service Broadcasting)In the second episode of The Last Line, James talks to J. Willgoose Esq. of the band, Public Service Broadcasting. Recorded in January of 2018 they cover everything from creative processes, peforming at Brixton Academy, being interviewed and even the trials and tribulations of being a Wimbledon F.C. supporter.Public Service Broadcasting are a pseudonymous musical group that set new music to old public information films, archive footage and propoganda material. They work closely with institutions such as the BFI to produce concept albums that tackle subjects such as the Welsh Mining Industry (Every Valley, 2017), the...

2018-06-0559 min

The Last Line 01. Shaun Keaveny In the first episode of The Last Line, James talks to BBC 6Music Breakfast host Shaun Keaveny. Recorded in February of 2018 they cover everything from comedy influences, dealing with criticism, delivering huge news to radio audiences and James manages to get some tips on how to conduct a good interview. Shaun has presented the breakfast show on 6Music since 2007 and you'll often hear him pop up on other stations such as Radio 2 and Radio 4. Shaun also has a podcast exclusive to Spotify called Shaun Keaveny's Show & Tell in which he invites a different guest each episode to talk about treasured...

2018-05-2250 min

The Last Line 01. Shaun KeavenyIn the first episode of The Last Line, James talks to BBC 6Music Breakfast host Shaun Keaveny. Recorded in February of 2018 they cover everything from comedy influences, dealing with criticism, delivering huge news to radio audiences and James manages to get some tips on how to conduct a good interview.Shaun has presented the breakfast show on 6Music since 2007 and you'll often hear him pop up on other stations such as Radio 2 and Radio 4. Shaun also has a podcast exclusive to Spotify called Shaun Keaveny's Show & Tell in which he invites a different guest each episode...

2018-05-2252 min