The Last Mixed Tape

In this episode, we dive deep into the eerie and enigmatic world of David Lynch’s music, focusing on his 2011 album Crazy Clown Time. Known for his surreal films like Blue Velvet and Mulholland Drive, Lynch’s approach to sound design has always been integral to his storytelling. But how does this translate to a full album of haunting, experimental music? Join host Stephen White as we explore the c...

From the chaotic rebellion of Generation Terrorists to the introspective evolution of The Holy Bible and beyond, the Manic Street Preachers have carved one of the most compelling paths in rock history. In this episode of The Last Mixed Tape, we explore their remarkable journey, tracing the highs and lows of their career—from the enigmatic brilliance of Richey Edwards to the anthemic triumphs of Ev...

This week, to mark the anniversary of David Bowie’s passing, Steve delves into how the song Heroes and Bowie’s Berlin Era shaped his artistry and our perspective on his work retrospectively. From chaos to heroes, maximalism to minimalism, the ever changing David Bowie created a masterpiece through adversity. 00:00 Intro 00:30 You remind me of the babe… 01:36 Bowie goes to Berlin 04:17 Heroes in Ha...

This week Steve delves into his favourite U2 song, ‘Stay (Faraway, So Close!)’. Released as part of the 1993 album Zooropa, and inspired by Wim Wenders film Der Himmel Über Berlin and used in its sequel. The song captures the band at the height of their musical and stylistic powers. 00:00 Intro 00:30 U2 Stay (Faraway, So Close!) Review 26:50 Outro

This week Steve picks out his favourite song of 2024, ‘Starburster’ by Fontaines D.C. taken from the Irish bands’ seminal album Romance. Meanwhile, the Count of Monte Playlisto returns with his end of year Spotify playlist including nods to Kneecap, Trophy Wife, Shark School, Gurriers, New Dad, April, Aoife Wolf, Chalk, Sprints, Really Good Time, and Alisha. 00:00 Intro 00:30 My favourite song 202...

In this The Last Mixed Tape Christmas special Steve delves into the cultural impact of ‘Fairytale of New York’ by the Pogues featuring Kirsty MacCall. Decades on from its release, Shane MacGowan’s songwriting zenith hit its peak with the Pogues as he and Kirsty MacCall would change the sound of Christmas forever with a punkish subversion of the holiday sing-a-along. 0:00 Intro 0:30 Vibes Disclaime...

The week’s End-of-Year episode Steve looks back on 2024 through a cultural lens, shining a light on the records, performances and moments where Irish Artists changed the culture both locally and globally. From Kneecap taking on the Tories to the Irish led SXSW boycott these acts have paved the way for 2025. 00:00 Intro 00:30 Irish Artists 2024 02:06 The List 36:19 Outro

This week Steve delves into Kendrick Lamar’s surprise new album GNX, and explores the continued reign of Lamar’s Imperial Phase and where to next. Is this a victory lap? Or the extension of his long run at the top of his game. Meanwhile, the Count of Playlisto reviews new music by Melina Malone, Annie-Dog, James Vincent McMorrow, Adrian Crowley, and Barra Donovan, adding the, to TLMT’s Irish Mixed...

This week Steve delves into Father John Misty’s brand new album Mahashmashana, discussing the thematic thread and commanding persona that has dominated Joshua Tillman’s music and if this is the end of Father John Misty as we know him. Meanwhile, the Count of Monte Playlisto reviews new music by the Murder Capital, Queen Bitch, Vera, Ten Hail Mary’s, Laura Elizabeth Hughes, Roe, and Lisa Hannigan &...

This week Steve delves into Linkin Park and their brand new album From Zero. The group’s first studio album since the passing of Chester Bennington and the introduction of new vocalist Emily Armstrong. In this episode Steve will discuss the change and where it leaves Linkin Park and their fanbase in 2024. Meanwhile, the Count of Monte Playlisto picks out new Irish music from Modernlove, Maria Kell...

This week Steve reviews Tyler, the Creator’s brand new album Chromakopia, delving into the evolving self-portraits of the acclaimed American rapper and how this album wrestles with his past and present personas. Meanwhile, the Count of Monte Playlisto reviews new music by Rooue, April, Yard, Sister Ghost, Aislinn Logan, Kathy Long and Jerry Fish featuring May Kay. 00:00 Intro 03:00 Tyler, the Crea...

This week Steve muses on the upcoming Bob Dylan biopic A Compete Unknown starring Timothée Chalamet and the relativity of the artists identity to the audience. Can such iconic figures as Bob Dylan truly be captured in snapshot? Or is Todd Haynes pseudo biopic I’m Not There the perfect way to navigate such a fragmented body of work? Meanwhile, the Count of Monte Playlisto reviews new Irish music by...

This week Steve delves into Bon Iver’s new E.P. Sable, exploring Justin Vernon’s artistic evolution from his seminal debut to this strikingly raw new record. Meanwhile, the Count of Monte Playlisto reviews new music from Morgana, Vernon Jane, Houseplants, Shiv, Shobsy, and Proper Micro NV, adding them all to TLMT’s Irish Mixed-Tape playlist on Spotify. 00:00 Intro 00:30 Bon Iver Sable Review 19:25...

This week Steve reviews Silverbacks brand new album Easy Being A Winner, delving into the constructivist foundations, literary lyricism and textural shapes of the Irish post-punk outfits’ third record. Meanwhile, The Count of Monte Playlisto reviews new music by the T.A. Narrative, Skinner, The X Collective + Decaberet + Senita + Qbanaa, Sarah Crean, and Baba. Adding them all to TLMT’s Irish Mixed...

This week Steve delves into what men can do to help make live gigs safe spaces for all, and the lessons in empathy learned after recent events surrounding the Last Dinner Party’s scheduled Lincoln show. Steve also reviews Orla Gartland’s brand new album ‘Everybody Needs A Hero’. Meanwhile, the Count of Monte Playlisto picks out new music from the Wood Burning Savages, Leah Rose, Modernlove, Sal an...

This week Steve reviews Blind Faith, the brand new album from Gemma Hayes via the Frida Kahlo quote “I never paint dreams or nightmares, I paint my own reality” and what kind of self portrait Hayes paints with her latest record. Meanwhile, the Count of Monte Playlisto chooses new music from the Murder Capital, Big Sleep, Queen Bitch, Shark School, Sprints, and Silverbacks for TLMT’s Irish Mixed-Ta...

This week Steve muses on the negative effects of hype for both the artists receiving it and the music scene as a whole, reviews the debut solo album from NewDad’s Julie Dawson Bottom Of The Pool, and the Count of Monte Playlisto picks out new music from Big Love, Susan O’Neill, The Kates, PostLast, and Junior Brother.

Steve reviews Gurriers debut album Come & See through the medium of Hunter S. Thompson’s famous Fear & Loathing In Las Vegas passage regarding the fall of the 60’s hippy movement. Meanwhile, the Count o Monte Playlisto picks out new music from Kynsy, Roe, Skinner, Lord Jane and Gemma Bradley, adding them to TLMT’s Irish Music Mixed Tape Playlist on Spotify.

As Oasis top the UK album charts with their 30th anniversary edition of the seminal debut record Definitely Maybe, Steve muses on the impact on working classes voices in art, then and now. Meanwhile, the Count of Monte Playlisto reviews new music by Maria Kelly, Susan O’Neill, Spooklet, Bantum, The Psychs, and Róis, adding them to TLMT’s Irish Mixed-Tape on Spotify.

This week Steve muses on the announcement of Oasis reuniting for live shows in 2025 via the history of Paris, how music exists beyond the confines of mere nostalgia and the positive influences and social aspects of the seminal rock bands reunion. Meanwhile, The Count of Monte Playlisto reviews new music from Really Good Time, Big Sleep, Kingfishr, Vera, Dunx, and Ciaran Lavary & Liz Lawrence.

This week Steve reviews Romance, Fomtaines D.C. much anticipated fourth album via a detour to Du Cubisme and the concept of deconstruction and experimentation. Meanwhile, the Count of Monte Playlisto reviews new music from Gurriers, Elle Cove, Bicurious, Aby Coulinaly and Enola Gay, adding them to TLMT’s Irish Mixed-Tape playlist on Spotify.

This week Steve reviews Tim Chadwick’s sublime new album Pulverise and pays tribute to Eoin French a.k.a Talos. Meanwhile, the Count of Monte Playlisto reviews new music from Julie Dawson, Gemma Hayes, Dylan Flynn & the Dead Poets, Lucy Gaffney and Lullahush, adding them to TLMT’s Irish Mixed-Tape on Spotify.

This week Steve muses on U2’s classic album Achtung Baby and how the group’s stylistic change may be echoed in Fontaines D.C upcoming Romance. Also, we review And So I Watch You From Afar’s ‘Megafauna’. Meanwhile, the Count of Monte Playlisto delves into the latest releases from the Irish music scene including Fontaines D.C, Roe, Silverbacks, Yard, Ruá and Christian Wethered and add them to Spotif...

This week Steve muses on the people of Dundalk and punk-trad act the Mary Wallopers protesting the far-right and the words of Pete Seeger “this machine surrounds hate and forces it to surrender”, reviews Calmea’s debut album ‘Por enquanto não ao mar’, and the Count of Monte Playlisto picks out new music from Leah Rose, Lucy Gaffney, Gurriers, Bicurious, She’s In Parties , and Molly Dowling.

This week Steve previews All Together Now 2024 music festival, taking place at Curraghmore Estate in Waterford this August Bank Holiday weekend, focusing in on some Irish acts performing over the weekend. Meanwhile, the Count of Monte Playlisto returns and reviews new music from Jena Keating, Julia Maria, Anemoia, Shy, Hannahbella, Four Faces, and Orla Gartland, adding them to TLMT’s Irish Mixed-T...