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Bugeye's Rock, Pop, RamblesA darker twistPaula and Angela look at the meaning behind Katy’ Perry’s song ‘Firework’ alongside random facts about Bonfire night. They then go down a darker path of true crime with Neko Case’s song ‘Deep Red Bells’ and Nirvana’s ‘Polly’.WARNING: In this episode we talk about the Green River serial killer and serial rapist Gerald Friend which some listeners may find upsetting.New Music this week is from Loose Articles and Rosebush.SHOW NOTESLoose ArticlesFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/loosearticles/Twitter: https://t...2021-11-221h 06Bugeye's Rock, Pop, RamblesSon of a gunThis week Angela and Kerrie look at the stories behind songs about revenge. Featuring: You’re So Vain by Carly Simon, How do you sleep by John Lennon, I Did What I did For Maria by Tony Christie and Taylor Swift's, Bad Blood.This weeks new music is from ARXX, GENN, Shattercones and Portobello Express. If you like the show and want to support us, we're now on Patreon! Coem and join the cool kids for special rewards, behind the scenes stuff and bonus shows: https://www.patreon.com/BugeyeIf...2021-10-251h 21Bugeye's Rock, Pop, RamblesEP.52 Happy birthday to usThis week is our 52nd episode and our theme is songs with numbers in the title. Expect tales of Bob Dylan’s most vile song, love potions, social commentary with Across 110th Street, and anti-war song 99 Red Balloons.New Music this week from Loud Women, Kath and the Kicks and Jitensha.If you have new music you would like us to play or a story to tell, please email rockpoprambles@gmail.comWe're also over on Patreon, so come and hang out with us there: https://www.patreon.com/Bugeye2021-05-2858 minBugeye's Rock, Pop, RamblesThe Dolly & Charley ShowThis week we talk about absolute legends, Dolly Parton and Charley Pride. Expect truly inspirational stories of rags to riches, socking it to the man and new music from Maya Lakhani and Portobello Express. If you would like to support the show and new music, we have a Patreon page with free music, exclusive podcasts and merchandise in thanks for your support. Head over to https://www.patreon.com/Bugeye For one off donations head on over to Acast: https://supporter.acast.com/bugeyes-rock-pop-ramblesGot a story you want to s...2021-04-301h 08Bugeye's Rock, Pop, RamblesWelcome to the horse houseThis week we are joined by special guests, ARXX, for a Brighton special podcast where we talk Riot Grrl band Huggy Bear and King George the IV, underground tunnels, a 40 foot music room and more!New music from Genn, ARXX and Time to Act.If you have a story, correction or some music that you would like us to play, please email us at rockpoprambles@gmail.comIf you want to support the show, our music and make us love you to the moon and back, please join us on Patreon...2021-04-161h 19Bugeye's Rock, Pop, RamblesBattle CryThis week we celebrate four feminist anthems and the stories behing them, including queen of soul Aretha Franklin ‘Respect’, Taylor Swift ‘The Man’, Bikini Kill ‘Feels Blind’ and the Spice Girls ‘Wannabe’ Got at story you want to tell or new music you think we should hear? Email us at rockpoprambles@gmail.com New music this week comes from Suncharmer, Hadda Be and FlinchSuncharmer - https://www.suncharmerband.co.ukHadda Be - https://haddabe.bandcamp.comFlinch - https://flinchmusic.bandcamp.comBiki...2021-03-261h 02Bugeye's Rock, Pop, RamblesPipe down Paula, you talk too muchThis week we’re talking about songs that feature animals in the title. From ‘Bat out of hell’ by Meatloaf to Princes ‘When Doves Cry’ – we look at the stories behind the songs and amusing facts about some of the artists.The complete list of songs we discuss are as follows: 'Apeman' by The Kinks, 'When Doves Cry' by Prince, 'Black Dog' by Arlo Parks, 'Bat out of hell' by Meatloaf, 'Hungry like a wolf' by Duran Duran, 'Eye of the Tiger' by Survivor and 'Buffalo Stance' by Nena Cherry.New music this week comes f...2021-03-191h 17Bugeye's Rock, Pop, RamblesJim, JimiJoin us for the tales of Jim Morrison and Jimi Hendrix with special guest, Holly from the band Berries. Expect random facts about doors, and too much wine. If you have a story you want to share or new music you want us to play, drop us a message at rockpoprambles@gmail.com you can also hang out with us on https://www.patreon.com/BugeyeNew music this week is from Shattercones, Berries, Scrounge and Atom by Atom.SHOW NOTES:BerriesFacebook: https://www.fa...2021-03-051h 43Bugeye's Rock, Pop, RamblesThe Walrus of LoveThis week we are talking about two artists known for their sexy songs inspiring many a couple to hop into the sack. We’re talking about the absolute legend and empress of blues, Bessie Smith and the walrus of love, Barry White. New music this week comes from The Anderson Tapes, Anorak Patch and Naz and Ella. Want to support the show, get access to loads of bonus content and basically hang out with all the cool kids? Get over to https://www.patreon.com/BugeyeSHOW NOTESAno...2021-02-251h 13Bugeye's Rock, Pop, RamblesWinging itThis week the show’s theme is songs with a day of the week in the title. We tell you the story of ‘I don’t like Mondays’ by Boomtown Rats, U2’s ‘Sunday Bloody Sunday’, Friday I’m in Love’ by The Cure, cheese classic 'Saturday Night' by Whigfield, 'Friday' by Rebecca Black and last but not least, 'Monday, Monday' by The Mama's and Papa's.As if that wasn't enough, we have some dead exciting new music by The Other Ones 'Forever Young' and 'Fever and Thunder' by The Dead Freights and Bugeye 'Sunday, Monday'If you ha...2021-02-121h 40Bugeye's Rock, Pop, RamblesRaining ToadsKezza and Two-Keys talk about two key festivals that marked important moments in the Counterculture movement of the 60s and 70s. Kerrie explores some fun facts and stories from the most famous festival of the era, Woodstock. Grace shines a light on the Counterculture movement in Mexico through the historic and intriguing story of the Festival Rock y Ruedas de Avándaro. New music comes from Berries and Swine Tax.If you have music you would like us to play, a story you want to share or just to say hi, pop us a mes...2021-02-051h 15Bugeye's Rock, Pop, RamblesIs that a Christmas Tree or a dead body in your car?This week it's all about keeping it local with stories from where we live. Paula talks about the legendry Crystal Palace Bowl and Bob Marley & The Wailers performance. Angela heads across the Thames, back to Canning Town in East London where she grew up to tell us about the famous Bridge House music venue and the band The Cockney Rejects and how football hooligans and the right wing momentarily ruined their career.New music this week is from Misled Convoy X Kate Five with 'Apply The Pressure' and 'Alright Lads' by Nervous Twitch.I...2021-01-2256 minBugeye's Rock, Pop, RamblesLiving in a caveIt’s blue January hence this week’s theme focusing on songs with the colour blue in the title. This week we talk about 'Blue Suede Shoes' by Elvis, 'Blue' by Joni Mitchell, 'Mister Blue Sky' by Electric Light Orchestra, 'Pale Blue Eyes' by The Velvet Underground, Ella Mae Morse and 'The House of Blue Lights' and last but not least 'Blue (Da Ba Dee)' by Eiffel 65.Our new music hot picks this week come from Moses 'Pawns', Hadda Be 'Another Life' and Tom Lumley and The Brave Liaison 'Better Than This'.If y...2021-01-151h 40Bugeye's Rock, Pop, RamblesHidden MessagesThis week Paula and Angela celebrate the anniversary of David Bowie’s final studio album, ‘Blackstar’, and the hidden messages within the artwork and also his birthday. The 8th of January isn't only David Bowie's birthday, but also Dame Shirley Bassey's. We dive into her work with John Barry on some of the most famous Bond theme tunes.New music this week comes from GENN 'Feel' and The Ringards 'Helen Mirren.Show Notes:GENNhttps://www.genntheband.comhttps://www.facebook.com/gennthebandThe Ri...2021-01-0853 minBugeye's Rock, Pop, RamblesIT'S CHRISTMAS!!!WARNING: There are words in the story of Fairytale of New York that some people may find offensive.Merry Christmas! This week, join all fours member of Bugeye as we tell you the stories behind your most loved and hated Christmas songs, featuring:The Waitresses – Christmas WrappingJona Lewie – Stop the cavalryVarious artists – Santa Claus is coming to townWham – Last ChristmasCliff Richard – Mistletoe and wineRage against the machine – Killing in the nameNat King Cole – Holiday SongVarious a...2020-12-191h 36Bugeye's Rock, Pop, RamblesMusic, Murder & KidnapThis week Kerrie and Angela mix music with true crime and cover the tragic shooting of John Lennon and the ridiculous kidnapping of Frank Sinatra Jr. Expect laughs and tears as we recap the stories of these events.If you would like to suggest a story or new music for us to play, please email us at rockpoprambles@gmail.comIf you would also like to donate to the show and join the members club, please head on over to https://www.patreon.com/BugeyeNew music this week comes f...2020-12-111h 12Bugeye's Rock, Pop, RamblesAhoy Matey!Ahoy Matey! This week we tell you the story of Pirate Radio Station, Radio Caroline with special guest Charlie Ashcroft from Amazing Radio.Radio Caroline which launched in the 60s in reaction to the monopoly of the BBC and the major labels. The station took residency on a boat in the sea just outside British territory and went on to be one of the biggest stations in the UK, much to the digust of the labels and the governments. We dig into the real story of the boat that rocked, including murder, theft, storms and spliffs. 2020-12-041h 34Bugeye's Rock, Pop, RamblesBadgering the witnessThis week’s theme is songs about masturbation including Cindy Laupers ‘She Bop’, Orgasm Addict by Buzzcocks, I touch myself by Divinyls, B.O.B by Macy Gray and Billy Idol’s Dancing with myself. We discuss the back stories to these songs and the impact they had for the bands. From breast cancer awareness to Blue Boy and a few amusing slang terms, this show's packed with some unexpected facts.We also have lots of new music too. Probably not about masturbation, but songs you really do need to hear, including bands We Three Kings, Dois Pad...2020-11-271h 30Bugeye's Rock, Pop, RamblesThe Elvis of CambodiaKerrie and Grace venture further afield to explore stories from the world of music outside of Europe and North America. We explore the tragic but fascinating story of the thriving Cambodian Rock scene during the 60s and early-70s and how it was brutally silenced by the Khmer Rouge in 1975 before travelling to Africa to chat about the sociopolitical world and music of Fela Kuti and Afrobeat. New music hot picks this week come from Animal Breakdown and Teenage Waitress. If you have a story or new music you would like us to featur...2020-11-201h 12Bugeye's Rock, Pop, RamblesFire All WeaponsAngela and Paula are joined this week by Pete Darrington and Sarah Lay from one of the UKs most exciting labels, Reckless Yes. We explore the year 2016 in music from Beyonce to Parque Courts and how Reckless Yes was born. Discover guilty pleasures, tips for bands looking to work with a label and fantasy band, Fire All Weapons.New music this week is from the Reckless Yes roster, including LIINES, Nervous Twitch and Eilis Frawley.If you have a story or new music you want us to share, please email...2020-11-131h 34Bugeye's Rock, Pop, RamblesOh bondage up yours! Celebrating 25 years of She BopWe look at the life and work of Poly Styrene from X-Ray Spex and Celebrate 25 years of 'She Bop: The Definitive History of Women in Popular Music' by Lucy O'Brien who is also our special guest this week. New music hot picks are from Nervous Twitch and Skinny Girl Diet. SHE BOP is out now and you can grab a copy here: https://www.waterstones.com/book/she-bop/lucy-obrien/9781911036678If you have a story or new music you want us to share, please email us at rockpoprambles@gmail.com on...2020-11-061h 25Bugeye's Rock, Pop, RamblesHalloween SpecialWelcome to our spooktastic halloween special. We take a look at the creepy curse of 70s films 'The Exorcist' and 'The Omen' plus 80s movies 'The Lost Boys' and 'The Shining'. We explore the stories and the music that made these films so great. We also have 3 short tales from listeners and dip into the Urban legend of Jenny Red Eye.New music discoveries this week are from Magick Mountain and Boarder. If you have a story or new music you want us to share, please email us at rockpoprambles@gmail.com on...2020-10-301h 22Bugeye's Rock, Pop, RamblesAnd when I say suppose....This week we, Angela and Kerrie, are joined by music journalist and author of 'So Much For The 30 Year Plan', Therapy? The Authorised Biography, by Simon Young. We explore stories from the book, Simons top records and turn back the clocks to 1994 to take a look at albums, Dookie by Green Day and Dummy by Portishead.New music hot picks this week come from Tiger Mimic and Scarlet.If you have a story or new music you want us to share, please email us at rockpoprambles@gmail.com on twitter we're @bugeyeband2020-10-231h 19Bugeye's Rock, Pop, RamblesYeah, 1983 baby!This week Angela and Paula take a ramble back to 1983, deemed as the most exciting year for music in the 80s, and one that would see the launch of many a future legend. We roll up our sleeves and dig into New Orders 'Blue Monday', the birth of Bananarama and their debut album 'Deep Sea Skiving, Madonna's self titled debut 'Madonna' and the single that would see electronic duo, Eurythmics, propelled to great heights with the release of 'Sweet Dreams (Are made of this).Our new music hot picks this week are by Cross Wires and...2020-10-151h 25Bugeye's Rock, Pop, RamblesNever tell PaulaThis week we take you through our glittering top ten songs influenced by literature. Expect some of the usual suspects such as Kate Bush, Gary Numan and David Bowie, with a few surprise pop-ups along the way. From serial killers to 80s sprinkles, this week we have it all. Our new music hot picks come from Weekend Recovery and Menstrual Cramps.If you have a story or new music you want us to share, please email us at rockpoprambles@gmail.com on twitter we're @bugeyebandPLUSIf you...2020-10-091h 26Bugeye's Rock, Pop, RamblesNaughty NoughtiesAngela and Paula get down to the nitty gritty of the 00's from the panic of Y2K to the failed diamond heist. We explore PJ Harveys award winning album 'Stories of the city, stories of the sea', and the debut (also award winning) album by the XX.If that wasn't enough, they are joined special guest filmmaker, Laura Jean Marsh who talks all about her latest film, GIDDY STRATOSPHERES - 'Loss and Love In The Storm Of Guitars and Broken Glass that was the 00s Uk Indie Music Scene'.This weeks music...2020-10-021h 12Bugeye's Rock, Pop, RamblesLet's start a girl riotAngela and Kerrie bring you this weeks episode with special guest, founder of Loud Women, guitarist from I, Doris, and all round good egg, Cassie Fox. We roll up our sleeves and get stuck into the world of Riot Grrrl, how it started, the zines, the artwork, the politics, the community and the bands that laid the foundations for the movement. Expect stories of Bikini Kill, Kathleen Hannah, Bratmobile, Heavens to Betsy and a reading of the Riot Grrrl manifesto, with qoutes and readings from 'Grils to the front' by Sara Marcus and 'The Riot Grrrl...2020-09-241h 32Bugeye's Rock, Pop, RamblesStorms and stardustAngela is joined this week by graphic designer, Julia Woollams. They explore the legendary album artwork of Storm Thorgerson which includes Pink Floyd, The Cranberries and Muse, to name but a few. They also dip their toes into the world of David Bowie's Ziggy Stardust, the costumes, the stage shows and the character. New music this week comes from The Franklys and Lou Kyme.If you have a story you want us to discuss or music you think we should hear, please email rockpoprambles@gmail.comIf you'd like to...2020-09-171h 18Bugeye's Rock, Pop, RamblesTough sh** your songs bannedThis week Angela and Paula explore the songs the BBC loves to ban. From Sex Pistols to Abba we do a run down of our favs axed from the airwaves over the years, some of which are quite frankly bizarre. We also discuss censorship and pose the question of when is it or is it ever acceptable.New Music this week comes from Fightmilk and Chorus GirlGot a story to tell? A correction to make? or new music you want us to play? drop us an email to rockpoprambles@gmail.com2020-09-1051 minBugeye's Rock, Pop, RamblesFeeling the loveThis week Angela and Paula talk the 808 drum machine and it's impact on music, as well as Donna Summers 'I Feel Love' and how it changed dance music FOREVER! They are also joined by special guest Terry Tyldesley, a.k.a Kat Five from Feral Five who has also been working away on a solo project, as well as a bunch of other cool stuff. We have a listen to what she's been up to in the studio, hear her fav new tracks as well as some of the groups she's discovered that are flying the flag high for...2020-09-031h 22Bugeye's Rock, Pop, RamblesThe F-ListThis week we are joined by special guest, Vick Bain, Former CEO of the British Academy of Songwriters, Composers and Authors, now PhD researcher into women's careers in the music industry and creator of The F-List. We discuss the UK music industry and the appalling under-representation of women.We also celebrate the first black female headliner at Glastonbury Festival, Skin from Skunk Anansie, and sing the praises of St Vincent who we think should headline pretty much every festival on the planet.A massive thank you to Vick Bain for joining us on...2020-08-291h 18Bugeye's Rock, Pop, RamblesWhatever happened to....SUPPORT OUR SHOW: Donations to the show to help cover our costs. If you want to make a one of donation you can do so here. https://supporter.acast.com/bugeyes-rock-pop-ramblesEPISODE 23Whatever happened to... East 17?Whatever happened to... Klaxons?Whatever happened to... Cathy Dennis?Yep, it's a question that comes up from time to time, people and bands who were once music industry heavy weights who now seem to have faded away... what happened to them? Well, we're about to tell you!...2020-08-2055 minBugeye's Rock, Pop, RamblesLet's CherThis week Angela and Kerrie from Bugeye take a look at the careers of Cher and The Spice Girls with new music from Scarlet and The Crystal Furs.Cher, Goddess of Pop, has amassed international fame not only in music but also as an actress, taking home many awards. 26 studio albums, and of 34 top 40 hit singles, from 60s hippy duo, Sonny and Cher, to comeback career as a TV cohost and solo superstar, we dig into her incredible story which we hope you will enjoy.The Spice Girls rocketed to fame in the 90...2020-08-131h 26Bugeye's Rock, Pop, RamblesPlanes, Trains and AutomobilesThis week we look at transport themed songs from the likes of Joni Mitchell, 'Big Yellow Taxi' and Gary Numan 'Cars' to Queens 'Bicycle Race'. Expect fluffed lines, awesome music and laugh-out-loud mistakes.Tales include: The Proclaimers 'I'm gonna be 500 miles', Lush '500 (Shake Baby Shake)', Gary Numan 'Cars', The O'Jays 'Love Train', Tracy Chapman 'Fast Car', Snow Patrol 'Chasing Cars', Ozzy Osbourne 'Crazy Train', Roy Orbison 'I Drove All Night', MIA 'Paper Planes'.New Music from HYLA 'Dumb' and Bugeye 'Shake and Bake'.If you'd like to make...2020-08-061h 20Bugeye's Rock, Pop, RamblesInvasion of the cabbage patch dollsThis week we're joined by special guest Caffy St Luce, the fairy godmother of rock, as we explore protest songs through the ages. Kerrie takes us back to the 1930s and what is believed to be one of the first protest songs, Strange Fruit sung by Billie Holiday. We also moonwalk back in time to life in 1979 from politics to the launch of the Sony Walkman before landing at the feet of legends The Slits and their song 'Typical Girl'. Expect random facts and stories of Howard Marks, Manic Street Preachers, Mason and more on that...2020-07-281h 21Bugeye's Rock, Pop, RamblesCrowd-surfing JCJoin Kerrie and Angela for a chat about Charles Mason, the Mason Family Murders and his many connections to music. We also take a look at the origins of headbanging, crowd-surfing and moshing from head-butting stages to dancing parrots, expect the unexpected.New music this week is from The Gulps 'The Kings House' and Teenage Waitress with 'I'm leaving Berlin'Got a story you want us to cover or a new band you want us to play on the show, email us at rockpoprambles@gmail.com or follow us on twitter @Bugeyeband or...2020-07-211h 16Bugeye's Rock, Pop, RamblesWhat a bright spark... and a complete nut jobThis week Angela and Grace tell the story of Phil Spector looking at his early life, his rise to fame, his demise and the murder of Lana Clarkson. It's a rollercoaster ride of the Wall of Sound, inflatable dolls, Christmas kids, and a whole lot more in-between.Our artist hot picks this week are by Deux Furieuses 'Let them burn' and 1983 by The Tuts.Please note that Grace's phone line has a bit of background noise. She wasn't standing next to a plane taking off, but more a case of lockdown playing with...2020-07-151h 12Bugeye's Rock, Pop, RamblesMoral degradation and inflatable KayaksAngela and Kerrie talk conspiracy theories and explore the FBI investigation into 60s hit song Louie Louie by the Kingsmen. We also look at one hit wonders Spaceman by Babylon Zoo one of the fastest selling songs in British chart history and What's Up by 4 Non-Blondes and the incredbile writting talent of Linda Perry.New music this week is by the incredbile Ms Mohammad with Alibi and Madame So with Generation YLove our show? You can support us by becoming part of our family over at Patreon https://www.patreon.com/Bugeye2020-07-071h 09Bugeye's Rock, Pop, RamblesAll by myselfThis week Angela is flying solo on the show and tells the story of Big Star who failed to establish popular acclaim in the 70s but went on to be one of the most influential bands of modern rock music.We also feature music on the show: Night Garden by Animal Breakdown, Eggshells by Les Futiles, Nowhere by Rachel Jack and Get up to me and Can We Go Too Far by The Astounds.Remember, you can hear all the music from the artists we discuss and the bands we feature on our S...2020-07-0152 minBugeye's Rock, Pop, RamblesOh what a woman!This week we take a look at the lives of Etta James, one of the most dynamic soul singers of all time, and blues rock legend, Janis Joplin; her rise to fame and her tragic ending.Our new music discoveries this week are Quarantine by Lilith Ai and Easy Way Out by Jitensha.Become a supporter of our show with a one off donation: https://supporter.acast.com/bugeyes-rock-pop-ramblesWe love to hear from our listeners, so if you want to say hi, have a story to share or new...2020-06-231h 27Bugeye's Rock, Pop, RamblesKim, Kim and KimLil' Kim, Kim Gordon and Kim Deal - all legends and all featured in this weeks episode. We take a look at the rise of Lil' Kim and her critically acclaimed album, Hardcore. We also take a dive into Sonic Youth's album, Goo, and the early days of the group from the prespective of band member Kim Gordon from her memoir, Girl in a band. Our third story of the week looks at Kim Deal and her music journey with Pixies and The Breeders.PLUS we play music by Art Trip and The Static Sound and...2020-06-191h 29Bugeye's Rock, Pop, RamblesTo moog or not to moogThis week we look at the dark beginnings of post punk band Devo with the US Kent State massacre and celebrate the synth wonders of Wendy Carlos. Our hot new music picks of the week come from the incredibly talented Aimee Steven with her new single, Darling and the exciting hard rock sounds of Hawxx.We love to hear from our listeners, so if you have a song you want us to hear, a story you want us to cover or just want to say hi, drop us an email at rockpoprambles@gmail.com or find...2020-06-051h 02Bugeye's Rock, Pop, RamblesAir hugs are rubbishThis week Angela, Kerri, along side special guest, Mari from Get In Her Ears, talk Kathleen Hanna, Ghost Town by The Specials, and women making history in the 90s billboard charts.New music comes from The Vegetable Collective, Libra Libra and Cheerbleederz.If you have a correction, a story or new music to share please email us at rockpoprambles@gmail.com and join us on https://www.patreon.com/Bugeye for exclusive content, merchandise, videos and more.Get In Her Ears: https://getinherears.comCheck out the...2020-05-261h 30Bugeye's Rock, Pop, RamblesBlair, put down the guitar and walk awayThis week Paula Snow and Angela Martin from Bugeye are joined by Bill Cummins and Jim Auton from God Is In The TV podcast Show Me Magic! We take a trip down memory lane and look at the death of Britpop and ask, was it all Tony Blair and his Fender guitars fault? We also discuss the tragic 27 club members, Amy Winehouse, Kurt Cobain and Richey Edwards, before kicking off a quick fire quiz on Little Richard who sadly passed away last week. Our final feature looks at five of the artists who were influenced by the work of...2020-05-191h 30Bugeye's Rock, Pop, RamblesA little happy weeThis week we're joined by comedy legend, Jo Caulfield who brings along some of her favourite songs of the moment. We also celebrate female drummers, Tobi Vail (Bikini Kill) Fay Milton (Savages) & Cindy Blackman, while also taking a whistlestop tour of the curse of San Francisco; including the final shows of The Beatles, Sex Pistols and The Band.Yes this show is packed with facts, fiction and music with sounds from: The Clash, Patti Smith, Sinead O'Connor, Archie Bell and The Drells PLUS new music from Cross Wires and Weekend Recovery.If you...2020-05-121h 18Bugeye's Rock, Pop, RamblesPulling facesThis week we talk about Lily Allen and her rise to fame, dispelling some of the misconceptions that the media would have you believe about her. We also take a look at some of the famous feuds of Courtney Love. New music this week come from Chemtrails and Seamonsters.If you have a story that you would like us to cover or, indeed, a correction, you can email us at rockpoprambles@gmail.comIf you like what you hear and want to support us, please head over to https://www.patreon.com/bugeye...2020-05-051h 19Bugeye's Rock, Pop, RamblesSpinal Tap With TitsThis week we explore the career of Sister Rosetta Tharpe, godmother of rock n roll, and the legend of Delta Blues man, Robert Johnson, Devil at the Cross Roads. Our new music this week, comes from The Baby Seals and Cruel Hearts Club.Please follow us on twitter @Bugeyeband and on facebook @bugeyemusic or drop us an email as rockpoprambles@gmail.comResearch linksSister Rosetta TharpeWiki: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sister_Rosetta_TharpeUDiscover Music: What do you mean you've never heard...2020-04-281h 20Bugeye's Rock, Pop, RamblesI love you KerrieKerrie and Angela cover the stories of Nina Simone, The Sex Pistols and Sid and Nancy in an extended version of the podcast this week.Nina Simone was an American singer, songwriter, musician and civil rights activist. Known for songs such as 'My baby just cares for me', I love you Porgy' and 'Feeling good', we take a look back to where it all began, the struggle and passion of someone young, gifted and black in the 50s.Anarchy in the UK, the birth of punk and the tragic tale of Sid and...2020-04-201h 30Bugeye's Rock, Pop, RamblesYodelling YodaThis week Kerrie and Paula talk about the careers of La Roux and Amanda Palmer, finding unexpected parallels between the two, who both stepped away from major labels to explore other ways of creating and releasing music. They also explore the part that crowdfunding has played in changing the way that artists can fund their art by looking at the Amanda Palmer's Kickstarter campaign for her album 'Theatre is Evil'. Discover new music from Dutch Mustard and Floodhounds.Rock Pop Rambles, is the weekly podcast series, brought to you by the members of disco punk band B...2020-04-1344 minBugeye's Rock, Pop, RamblesHappy anniversaryThis week Angela is joined by Grace (Gracy two keys) to look at the work and life (to date) of Kate Bush and random facts, some maybe true, and some might not be so true. They also explore the work of Delia Derbyshire who was behind so many innovations in electronic music at a time when syths didn't even exist.New music this week is from the incredible solo project from Kat Five of Feral Five fame and the riotous, dead good, fun and all things inbetween, GGAllen Partridge. Research links2020-04-0654 minBugeye's Rock, Pop, RamblesWould you like a Mars Bar?This week Paula and Angela from Bugeye take a look at some of rocks most famous urban legends featuring Keith Richards, Mick Jagger and Marianne Faithful, Gene Simmons, Jim Morrison and Avril Lavigine. Plus we take a look back at British indie pop band Kenickie, including fun facts and quotes from the band.New music comes from Fightmilk and Jemma Freeman and the Cosmic Something.Research SourcesJemma FreemanGo fund me:https://www.gofundme.com/f/studio-fund-for-musicians-hit-by-covid-19-crisis?utm_source=customer&utm_medium=copy_link-tip...2020-03-301h 10Bugeye's Rock, Pop, RamblesKeeping it in the familyWelcome to episode 3 of Bugeye's Rock, Pop, Rambles.This week Angela and Kerrie from Bugeye sip beer and explore/stumble through the rise and fall of American folk vocal groups, the Mamas & Papas while in isolation from Covid-19. They also take a look at the extensive work of session musician, Carol Kaye who has played on some 10,000 records and counting.New music comes from A VOID and Morning TouristIf you would like to get in touch to suggest a story, band or correct our basic research, drop us a...2020-03-231h 32Bugeye's Rock, Pop, RamblesCock and bull storyThis week we take a look at the urban myth, Paul is dead, one of rocks most famous legends. We also explore the work of American artist, Cynthia Plaster Caster and new music from Twist Helix and The Head of Light Entertainment.Paul is deadApparently Paul McCartney is dead, so who's the dude pretending to be him? and how on earth did he pull it off? Was it with the help of MI5 and the Queen, or is this just all an elaborate hoax? Jolly well listen in and find out.2020-03-151h 12
Bugeye's Rock, Pop, RamblesNumbers are not our strong pointWelcome to episode 1 of Bugeye's Rock, Pop Rambles is hosted by Angela Martin and Paula Snow. This week we take a look at the rise to fame of pop band Bangles, ramdon facts from the time and a touch of Elvis. We also take a look back at the life of punk rock legend, Mia Zapata and the success of The Gits before they came to a tragic end with the murder and rape of front person, Mia Zapata.This weeks new music comes from London band Berries and Brighton indie pop band Orchards.2020-03-081h 22