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Dave Clark Five songwriter Ron Ryan talks about the group’s early years and the writing of hits including Bits and Pieces, Because and Any Way You Want It. Ron also covers new album The Hootenanny Plays The Songs of Ron Ryan and his time fronting The Walkers, The Riot Squad and The Blue Aces in the 1960s. Further information The Hootenanny Plays The Songs Of Ron Ryan album Ron Ryan Podcast t...

Legendary artist and music producer, Trevor Horn talks about 10 of his most important songs described in his new memoir Adventures in Modern Recording. Trevor covers his early years and influences, The Buggles, and collaborating with Yes, ABC, Frankie Goes to Hollywood, Paul McCartney, Rod Stewart, Pet Shop Boys, Simple Minds, and Belle and Sebastian. Further information Trevor Horn – Advent...

Songwriter Elliott Murphy talks about his life in music. We cover his new album Wonder , go back to his 1973 debut Aquashow , his friendship with Lou Reed,  Night Lights (featuring Billy Joel), Just A Story From America (featuring Phil Collins and Mick Taylor), Selling The Gold (featuring Bruce Springsteen) and success as an independent artist over the last 30 years. Further information Elliott Mu...

Shawn Phillips talks about his life as a songwriter and guitarist. Shawn covers his partnership with Donovan in the 1960s and the writing of key tracks including  Little Tin Soldier  and Season of the Witch, his critically acclaimed solo career, recording with Burt Bacharach and Live In The Seventies compilation . Further information shawnphillips.com Shawn Phillips Podcast track list Shawn Philli...

Paul Jones of Manfred Mann and The Blues Band talks about new album The Blues and highlights from his career. We cover Paul’s enduring love of blues music, his friendship with Brian Jones of The Rolling Stones, the writing of Manfreds’ hits including 5-4-3-2-1, and playing with Paul McCartney, Jeff Beck, Jack Bruce and Eric Clapton. Further information Paul Jones – The Blues albu...

Legendary musician and keyboardist, Brian Auger, gives a career spanning interview. We cover his time in Steampacket with Long John Baldry, Rod Stewart and Julie Driscoll, playing on The Yardbirds ‘For Your Love’, recording with Paul McCartney, his time in The Trinity, The Monkees TV Special, Oblivion Express and solo work. Further information Far Horizons – The Trinity Box Set b...

David Wells presents the melodic end of the early 70s UK progressive rock scene. This podcast features big hits, key album tracks, cult classics and rarities from 1973 featuring, Manfred Mann’s Earthband, Sensational Alex Harvey Band, Al Stewart, The Kinks, Roy Wood and Thin Lizzy. Further information High In The Morning – British Progressive Pop Sounds of 1973, 3CD Box Set is available from Grape...

Bruce Thomas talks about his life in music, from playing with Peter Green, Al Stewart, The Sutherland Brothers and Quiver, Elvis Costello and The Attractions to Suzanne Vega. Further information Bruce Thomas books: The Open Road and Rough Notes Bruce Thomas website Bruce Thomas Podcast tracks This podcast is also available on  Apple Podcasts ,  Spotify  and all usual platforms. The post Bruce Thom...

Jorma Kaukonen, founding member of Jefferson Airplane and Hot Tuna, talks about his life in music, songwriting and his approach to playing the guitar. Further information Jorma & Hot Tuna on Tour jormakaukonen.com Jorma Kaukonen Podcast Tracks This podcast is also available on  Apple Podcasts ,  Spotify  and all usual platforms. The post Jorma Kaukonen appeared first on The Strange Brew  .

Phil Manzanera talks about his collaboration with Tim Finn and their new album The Ghost of Santiago , as well as time as guitarist and songwriter with Roxy Music and their 50th anniversary arena tour. Further information manzanera.com roxymusic.co.uk Phil Manzanera Podcast tracks This podcast is also available on  Apple Podcasts ,  Spotify  and all usual platforms. The post Phil Manzanera appeare...

Steven Page reveals the stories behind the writing of key songs with Barenaked Ladies and solo including Brian Wilson, Jane, By My Yoko Ono, A New Shore and There’s A Melody. Further information Steven Page’s UK tour starts on 8 September . stevenpage.com This podcast is also available on  Apple Podcasts ,  Spotify  and all usual platforms. The post Steven Page appeared first on The St...

Terry Chambers, XTC’s original drummer, talks about their formation and key albums including Drums and Wires, Black Sea and English Settlement. We also cover his time in Australia, reuniting with Colin Moulding in TC&I and current live shows with EXTC bringing the XTC songbook to audiences. Further information EXTC’s US tour starts on 23 October 2022, more at extc.co.uk Terry Chamb...

Blues rock guitarist Walter Trout talks about his new album Ride, playing with Canned Heat and John Mayall’s Bluesbreakers and how his upbringing influences his music. Further information Walter Trout’s new album Ride is out now . waltertrout.com Walter Trout podcast track list Other Strange Brew Podcasts: John Mayall This podcast is also available on  Apple Podcasts ,  Spotify  and al...

Mo Foster talks about his career as a top session bassist, solo artist, producer and composer. We also cover his time in Affinity and playing with artists including Jeff Beck, Gerry Rafferty, Phil Collins, Scott Walker and Ringo Starr. Mo Foster’s book British Rock Guitar: The First 50 Years, the Musicians and their Stories draws on his own recollections and some of the greatest exponents of...

Very sad news from Australia that Seekers singer Judith Durham has passed away. A few months ago Keith Potger shared his memories of playing with Judith and The Seekers. This podcast is also available on  Apple Podcasts ,  Spotify  and all usual platforms. The post Judith Durham: Seekers lead singer dies aged 79 appeared first on The Strange Brew  .

Steve Hackett remembers his favourite Genesis and solo songs in this extensive new interview. Steve also talks about his new Genesis Revisited Live – Seconds Out and More album release and forthcoming Foxtrot at Fifty and Hackett Highlights UK tour from 9 September . Further information The Steve Hackett official website:  hackettsongs.com Hackett podcast track list . Other Strange Brew Podcasts:...

Mott The Hoople co-founder and keyboardist, Verden Allen, talks about playing with Jimmy Cliff, Mott and solo music including new album No One Knows. Further information Verden Allen – No One Knows on Singsong Music . Verden Allen podcast track list This podcast is also available on  Apple Podcasts ,  Spotify and all usual platforms. The post Verden Allen – Mott The Hoople appeared first on...

The Roots Of British Power Pop 1969-1975 are explored by David Wells who discusses highlights from the Miles Out To Sea box set which features Slade, Pilot, The Move, Badfinger and more. Further information Miles Out To Sea: The Roots Of British Power Pop 1969-1975, 3CD Box Set is available from Grapefruit/Cherry Red . Podcast track list . Strange Brew Podcasts are also available from Joey Molland...

Lou Gramm gives a career spanning interview on his time as one of rock’s greatest frontmen. Hear the story behind the writing of hits for Foreigner and his solo music including Cold as Ice, Hot Blooded, Double Vision, Urgent, Waiting for a Girl Like You, Juke Box Hero and Midnight Blue . Further information The Lou Gramm official website . This podcast is also available on  Apple Podcasts , ...

Tony Valentino of The Standells revisits garage classic Dirty Water and shares his memories of the 1960s US rock scene in this new podcast interview.  Further information Tony Valentino of The Standells on Big Stir Records and website. Podcast track list. This podcast is also available on  Apple Podcasts ,  Spotify and all usual podcast platforms. The post Tony Valentino of The Standells appeared...

Bee Gees drummer Colin Petersen remembers his time as a child actor, friendship with Maurice Gibb, playing in the group from 1967 to 1969 and move into management and production in the 1970s. Further information Colin plays with The Best of the Bee Gees Show, sharing his memories on stage. Colin Petersen podcast track list This podcast is also available on  Apple Podcasts ,  Spotify and all usual...

David Bowie and Iggy Pop icon Tony Fox Sales celebrates 45 years of Lust For Life in this new podcast interview. The Tin Machine bassist recalls playing for and writing with Iggy Pop and David Bowie plus his time in Runt with Todd Rundgren. Tony sets out with an all-star band on a rare UK tour next Spring. Further information More information on Tony’s 2023 UK tour can be found at tonyfoxsal...

Guitarist and singer-songwriter Andy Roberts talks about his journey in music and his 50 year collaboration with Iain Matthews and Plainsong. In this extensive podcast we also cover his time with The Scaffold and Liverpool Scene in the 1960s and as well as playing with The Bonzo Dog Band, Pink Floyd, Roy Harper and Cat Stevens. Further information In Search of Plainsong by Ian Clayton is available...

Garry Christian of The Christians talks about his influences and key tracks from his career including Forgotten Town, Ideal World, and Harvest for the World . Further information The Christians play the Cornbury Festival which is being held from 8-10 July. Further information can be found at  thechristianslive.co.uk This podcast is also available on  Apple Podcasts ,  Spotify  and all usual podcas...

John Steel, co-founder and drummer for The Animals talks about his life in music. We cover the roots and formations of The Animals, the British invasion and hits including Baby Let Me Take You Home, The House of the Rising Sun, We Gotta Get Out of This Place and It’s My Life . Forthcoming Animals and Friends tour dates are found at: animalsandfriends.info Animals and Friends play The Great B...