Electronically Yours with Martyn Ware

Today’s out of this world episode of Electronically Yours features a true originator of all the electronic sounds that were part of our childhoods.  Brian Hodgson was a core member of the BBC Radiophonic Workshop, most famously associated with soundtracks and sound effects for Doctor Who. Brian was not only the sound designer responsible for the TARDIS take-off and landing sounds, but also the sou...

Today’s epic episode of Electronically Yours features, without doubt, one of the most influential proto-punk artists; Martin Rev.  His provocative and game-changing work as half of the truly exceptional New York band Suicide was unique, and influenced a huge number of electronic pop bands. Their’s was a glimpse of the future as ‘no future’ in the 70’s, totally unclassifiable and inspired a hu...

Today’s fascinating guest on Electronically Yours is German techno DJ and Mute recording artist Chris Liebing. After three decades working dancefloors with pummelling techno, Chris Liebing has a formidable reputation as a DJ and as a recording artist. His new album shows off his fantastic dancefloor creations and songwriting ability. Highly regarded by Daniel Miller and all at Mute...

Today’s Prince-themed special edition of Electronically Yours features one of the most important musicians who played with Prince in the Sign O' The Times era. Of all the musicians who played with Prince in the Sign O' The Times era, Matt Fink—AKA Dr. Fink—was one of the only players who witnessed Prince's full musical transformation first-hand. Dr. Fink joined Prince's band in 1978, and he soon b...

Today’s extra-special Electronically Yours episode is part 2 of my interview with the one and only Mark White, most famous for founding legendary Sheffield bands Vice Versa and ABC. Our discussion entertainingly covers his career highlights with ABC after the immense worldwide success of Lexicon of Love, discussing in detail Beauty Stab, Zillionaire and more, until leaving the band to become a Rei...

Today’s Electronically Yours episode features the much-underrated talents of Billie Ray Martin, most famous for a string of hits with 90’s electro outfit Electribe 101. Her soaring, soul-inflected vocals were the perfect foil for the driving, electronic dance songs, and her songwriting and solo career remains to this day of the highest quality and daring… Ladies and gentlemen - I’m not talking wit...

Today’s exciting Electronically Yours episode features a much underrated and important member of iconic 80’s band ABC – Mark White. He started by forming the very electronic Vice Versa with Steve Singleton, which then evolved into the magnificent sophisti-pop of ABC. His contribution to the collaborative songwriting and production of both bands cannot be overestimated, and his talent shines throug...

Today’s Electronically Yours guest is Mark Ayres, member of the legendary BBC Radiophonic Workshop, most famous for their TV work in particular Doctor Who. Mark is also the driving force behind the renaissance of the BBC Radiophonic Workshop’s recent live shows. He is also helping to preserve their magnificent legacy… Ladies and gentlemen - makers of some of the most exciting and innovative electr...

Today’s episode of Electronically Yours features the possibly the most exciting guest ever to appear on the podcast series. He is a world famous actor and comedian who’s characters have become embedded in the national consciousness. Alan Partridge and Saxondale are creations of comic genius, and his film Philomena shows that he is also a fine serious actor and writer, with an admirable social cons...

Today’s Electronically Yours episode feature one of the UK’s most famous and exciting directorial talents, the legendary film and video auteur, Tim Pope. Tim is most famous for his unique and thought-provoking promotional music videos for such bands as  Talk Talk ,  Siouxsie and the Banshees ,  Soft Cell , The Style Council amongst many others. He has also directed more videos for T...

Part one of the Electronically Yours Super Synth Special features legendary electronic music producer Gareth Jones. Gareth is a major producer and has worked with many top electronic acts including  Depeche Mode ,  Einstürzende Neubauten , Wire and Erasure , and has devoted his professional life to the creation of electronic music. He is also a great friend, having worked originally...

Part two of the Electronically Yours Super Synth Special features synth expert and collector Roger Lyons. Roger is a true synth expert - not only has he acted as synth tech for New Order and Kaiser Chiefs amongst many others, he has a studio jam packed full of all kinds of synthesisers. His insights into this highly technical world are fascinating… Ladies and gentlemen - prepare yourselves for the...

Today’s Electronically Yours episode features Neal X, original member of Sigue Sigue Sputnik (produced by Giorgio Moroder), incandescent guitarist and arranger for such luminaries as Marc Almond, Adam Ant, The Loveless and The Montecristos. He is immediately recognisable as a post-punk legend, and is massively respected by the world of punk and 80’s inspired rock. Ladies and gentlemen - the one ma...

Today’s episode of Electronically Yours features famous Dutch orchestrator and artist Stephen Emmer. Stephen has worked with some of the biggest artists in music, including The Associates, The Cure, ACT, Patti Austin, Chaka Khan, Leon Ware, and was a member of The Lotus Eaters .  Additionally, we mustn’t forget his beautiful work with Glenn Gregory on several recent projects. In a nutshell, h...

Today’s episode of Electronically Yours features the very popular singer and songwriter Paul Heaton, leader of The Housemartins and The Beautiful South, both massively successful bands in the 80s and 90s. He has pursued a solo career since then.  The Guardian described him as ‘one of our finest songwriters: his music reveals an exuberant ear for melody, his lyrics a keen eye and a brilliant w...

Today's exciting Electronically Yours episode features former World No 1 DJ and famous Radio 1 host Judge Jules. His own club In Ibiza - Judgment - was massively popular. With his involvement in Classical Dance concerts, as well as a successful clothing range, the Judge is a box of tricks… He is also a successful producer and entertainment lawyer (hence Judge!) and has performed for decades a...

Episode one of the Xmas 2021 super-duper double-header of Electronically Yours features an in-depth, no-holds-barred chat with my best buddy for over 40 years, my partner-in-crime in Heaven 17, Glenn Gregory. We talk about his successful career in TV and film music, and his personal musical  projects including Ugly and Afterhere. This will warm the cockles of your (parental advisory) hearts…...

Episode two of the Xmas bumper double-header of Electronically Yours features a very special interviews with my very good friends Marcus Vere (Living In A Box) and my long time collaborator and co-producer Phil Legg. Both are amongst my closest friends, and both continue to have successful careers in the music business for over 35 years. Hell, we even go on holiday together every year! Ladies and...

Today’s episode of Electronically Yours features two of the UK’s most innovative musicians/producers, Dean Honer and Adrian Flanagan. Their multifarious exploits and adventures in sound range from All Seeing I, I Monster and The Eccentronic Research Council amongst many others, most recently The Moonlandingz and International Teachers of Pop. In addition, their many collaborations include the erst...

Today’s Electronically Yours with Martyn Ware episode features the very talented co-creator of La Roux, Ben Langmaid. Ben’s songwriting and production talents (together with Elly Jackson) have garnered many awards including a Grammy for La Roux’s eponymous first album. Ben has written and produced for many other acts, and is currently writing a musical. However, the most exciting news is announce...

Today’s Electronically Yours with Martyn Ware episode features Canadian band Men Without Hats founder and vocalist Ivan Doroschuk. Their number one hit song ‘The Safety Dance’ shot them into worldwide superstardom, and even now the bizarre video set in a fantasy medieval land is totally enchanting. But under this shiny exterior lies a pure pop sensibility and intelligent electronic music productio...

Today’s Electronically Yours episode features major TV and film star Maxine Peake. She is best known for her outstanding portrayals of strong, characterful women (Silk, Dinnerladies, Shameless, The Village, Black Mirror) - she plays Hamlet and comedy roles with equal aplomb… But why is she on EY? Her singer/narrator work with The Eccentronic Research Council and The Moonlandingz (Part of the Sheff...

Today’s Electronically Yours with Martyn Ware episode features the enigmatic electronic pop talents of Thomas Leer. Over 40 years he has created beautiful compositions, and despite his elusiveness has always been a respected composer and performer. In particular, his work as Rental and Leer is legendary, as his is collaboration with Claudia Brucken as ACT. Ladies and gentlemen – international man...

Today’s Electronically Yours with Martyn Ware features the ubiquitous and charming talents of Nick Beggs, original member of Kajagoogoo and very popular and talented gun-for-hire bass and Chapman stick player. He is also famous for Iona, Ellis Beggs and Howard, Mute Gods and the Steven Wilson band. Kim Wilde, Howard Jones, Gary Numan - the list goes on and on… Ladies and Gentlemen - give it up for...

Today’s Electronically Yours with Martyn Ware episode features the multifarious talents of Martin Glover , better known as  Youth. He is an in demand record producer and bassist, best known as founding member of the legendary band Killing Joke. He has produced and remixed an enormous range of famous artists and bands, including Tom Jones, The Orb, System 7, Primal Scream, Siouxsie and th...