Low-Noise

A (relatively) in-depth analysis of Stranger in Blue Suede Shoes by English singer-songwriter Kevin Ayers in (just over) fifteen minutes. Mathew Woodall is in discussion with Dr. Andrew Webber. I walked into this bar and the man refused; he said, "We don't serve strangers in blue suede shoes"

A (relatively) in-depth analysis of Mary Jane's Last Dance by American rock band Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers in (just under) twenty minutes. Mathew Woodall is in discussion with Dr. Andrew Webber. https://buymeacoffee.com/lownoise Why buy me a coffee? Low Noise is proudly ad-free. If you would like to to say thank you for any of the content you have enjoyed (and help support the continuation o...

A (relatively) in-depth analysis of the 1982 soundtrack album 'One from the Heart' by Tom Waits and Crystal Gayle in (just under) twenty minutes. Mathew Woodall is in discussion with Dr. Andrew Webber.

An in-depth analysis of the English avant-garde synth-pop group Art of Noise in (just over) 20 minutes. Mathew Woodall is in discussion with Dr. Andrew Webber. So, who's afraid of the Art of Noise?

A (relatively) in-depth analysis of the song Baltimore by Nina Simone in (just over) twenty minutes. In this episode I am in discussion with Dr. Andrew Webber. Oh, Baltimore, ain't it hard just to live? https://www.facebook.com/share/1F15mx4ea3/ https://buymeacoffee.com/lownoise Why buy me a coffee? Low Noise is proudly ad-free. If you would like to to say thank you for any of the content you have...

A (relatively) in-depth analysis of the 1986 album 'So' by Peter Gabriel in (just over) twenty minutes. Mathew Woodall is in discussion with Dr. Andrew Webber.

A (relatively) in-depth analysis of the 1985 song Black Man Ray by China Crisis in (just over) twenty minutes. Mathew Woodall is in discussion with Dr. Andrew Webber. A special thank you to Dr. Webber who recorded this podcast with a heavy cold. Thanks also to our sponsors, Lemsip.

A (relatively) in-depth analysis of the song Cities in Dust by Siouxsie and the Banshees in (just over) fifteen minutes. Mathew Woodall is in discussion with Dr. Andrew Webber. Whoa, oh, your city lies in dust, my friend... https://www.facebook.com/share/1F15mx4ea3/ https://buymeacoffee.com/lownoise Why buy me a coffee? Low Noise is proudly ad-free. If you would like to to say thank you for any of...

A (relatively) in-depth analysis of the album Apple Venus Volume 1 by XTC in (just under) thirty minutes. In this episodeI am in discussion with Dr. Andrew Webber. "Take a packet of seeds. Take yourself out to play..." https://www.facebook.com/share/1F15mx4ea3/ https://buymeacoffee.com/lownoise Why buy me a coffee? Low Noise is proudly ad-free. If you would like to to say thank you for any of the...

A (relatively) in-depth analysis of the 1983 instrumental theme ‘Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence’ by Japanese composer Ryuichi Sakamoto (recorded for the film of the same name). Mathew Woodall is in discussion with Dr. Andrew Webber. Sakamoto died on March 28, 2023, at the age of 71 and this podcast is dedicated to his memory.

A (relatively) in-depth analysis of Reasons to Be Cheerful (Part 3) by Ian Dury and The Blockheads in (just over) fifteen minutes. Mathew Woodall (a bit of come and share it) is in discussion with Dr. Andrew Webber (a bit of grin and bear it).

A (relatively) in-depth analysis of the novelty hit song Monster Mash by Bobby "Boris" Pickett and the Crypt-Kickers (you’ll catch on in a flash) in under fifteen minutes. Mathew Woodall is in discussion with Dr. Andrew Webber (when you get to my door, tell them Boris sent you...)

A (relatively) in-depth analysis of the 1979 album Platinum by Mike Oldfield in (just under) fifteen minutes. Mathew Woodall is in discussion with Dr. Andrew Webber. Our beloved listeners are encouraged to seek out the 2012 re-release of Platinum (which features many extra tracks), 'North Star' by Philip Glass and the remix of Platinum Part Three and Four (renamed 'Meatball') by Röyksopp. The epis...

A (relatively) in-depth analysis of the album Station to Station by David Bowie in (just over) fifteen minutes. Mathew Woodall is in discussion with Dr. Andrew Webber. 'Here are we, one magical moment, such is the stuff, from where dreams are woven...' If you like what you're hearing, do leave some feedback...

A (relatively) in-depth analysis of the song That’s Entertainment by The Jam in (just under) twenty minutes. Mathew Woodall is in discussion with Dr. Andrew Webber. Which is better? The demo version as heard on the 'Snap!' compilation or the album version? Answers on a postcard...

A (fairly) in-depth analysis of the 1981 album Watchya Gonna Do? by Peter Green in (just under) fifteen minutes. Mathew Woodall is in discussion with Dr. Andrew Webber.

A (relatively) in-depth analysis of the album Vespertine by Icelandic singer/songwriter Björk Guðmundsdóttir in (just over) fifteen minutes. Mathew Woodall is in discussion with Dr. Andrew Webber.

Welcome to Season 2. After a brief hiatus of two months, I am back. A (relatively) in-depth analysis of Animals by Pink Floyd in (just over) twenty minutes kicks off the first episode of Season 2. Mathew Woodall is in discussion with Dr. Andrew Webber. A remix of the Animals album was released in 2022, on vinyl, CD and Blu-ray.

Thanks to relentless social media, apps, streaming, and blogs, we have never had so much content at our disposal. And yet none of it appears to make any lasting impression. Is popular culture dead? After playing them episode 39, Mathew Woodall asks two young creatives, A Du Tre and Charlie for a response to Dr. Andrew Webber’s controversial opinions. What do you think?

Thanks to relentless social media, apps, streaming, and blogs, we have never had so much content at our disposal. And yet none of it appears to make any lasting impression. Is popular culture dead? Mathew Woodall is in discussion with Dr. Andrew Webber.

We have all heard a song that has touched our very soul or simply caught our attention within moments. It can be difficult to articulate what makes certain songs better than others. With the aid of Dr. Andrew Webber, Mathew Woodall attempts to unpick what makes a great song.

An in-depth analysis of the song Wild West Hero (by The Electric Light Orchestra) in (just under) fifteen minutes. Mathew Woodall is in discussion with Dr. Andrew Webber.

An in-depth analysis of British singer-songwriter, musician and contemporary artist Dean Blunt in (just over) 15 minutes. Mathew is in discussion with A Du Tre.

An in-depth analysis of the US rock band Steely Dan in (just under) 20 minutes. Mathew Woodall is in discussion with Dr. Andrew Webber. https://buymeacoffee.com/lownoise Why buy me a coffee? Low Noise is proudly ad-free. If you would like to to say thank you for any of the content you have enjoyed (and help support the continuation of creating more), the above link provides a way to make a small d...

A (relatively) in-depth analysis of the British singer-songwriter and musician, Nick Drake in (just over) fifteen minutes. Mathew is in discussion with Dr. Andrew Webber.