“THIS Album…” with William Hann

Anticipation has a habit to set you up for disapointment...but this episode of the podcast couldn't fail. Episode 84 is a monumental album with an equally momentous guest, it's Jamie Webster! It was a joy to host Jamie and hear all about his emotional atachment to one of the greatest albums ever made. I know I've covered this album before, but I couldn't care less. I'd be happy to make this a What...

For episode 83 I'm joined by singer-songwriter Andrew Cushin to explore one of the most influential albums of the early 00's, Damien Rice's iconic debut album O. I joined Andrew post soundcheck at Signature Brew's iconic venue on Black Horse Road on a barmy summer evening to discuss his lifelong connection to Damien's music, the emotional impact of songs like Cannonball, The Bl...

For episode 81 I’m joined by Adam Young from The Howlers! It was lucky I caught Adam when I did, The Howlers are set to be VERY busy for the next 24 months. Their second album, Heavy is scheduled for release in October and the two singles to so far are easily their best work to date. But before that, they have their first stadium support slots and a truly mind melting number of their own shows in...

The phrase "Mid 00's Icon" get's thrown around a lot on this podcast, but for episode 81, it may just be accurate, because I'm joined by a man behind some of the most joyous and fomative years of my skinny jeaned life. From the actual, literal Ordinary Boys - It's Preston! It was a total joy getting to spend time with Preston to discuss his career to date, being back on the road supporting Madness...

Calm, collected, commanding. But enough about me… Episode 80 is possibly the best episode of the podcast yet, I’m joined by comedian, podcaster, broadcaster, tall man and lover of all things orange - Ivo Graham! It was a DREAM to spend time talking with Ivo deep diving Arctic Monkeys’ iconic second album Favourite Worst Nightmare . Ivo and I have numerous bizarre indie connections. Like the time h...

I don't say this lightly, but episode 79 might be one of the best episodes of "THIS Album..." yet. I'm joined by podcaster, comedian and album enjoyer Christopher Macarthur-Boyd to discuss Arctic Monkeys’ Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino! How lucky am I? I got to spend 70 minutes talking to one of my absolute favourite comedians in the country about one of my absolute favourit...

Today I am joined by singer-songwriter Wesley Gonzalez (formally of Let's Wrestle)to explore one of the most underrated cult classics in folk music history. Dive deep into the hauntingly beautiful world of Judee  Sill and her 1971 self-titled debut album in this episode of This Album with William Hann . From gospel influences and intricate string arrangements to themes of love, addiction, and...

Alright, let's get in formation... For episode 74 of the Podcast I sit down with rising London-based artist Norah Hendriks to unpack Beyoncé’s groundbreaking masterpiece Lemonade. For this episode Norah shares her journey from classical violinist in Amsterdam to creating bold, high-energy queer anthems in the UK’s thriving underground scene. A full breakdown of Lemonade — themes of betrayal, h...

In this episode of This Album on Islington Radio , host William Han sits down with Austin “Ozzie” Williams of Swim Deep for a deep dive into one of the most experimental records of all time — McCartney II by Paul McCartney. From Birmingham beginnings to shaping dreamy indie music over 13+ years, Ozzie opens up about his journey with Swim Deep, the creative process behind their new album Hum , and...

This week on THIS Album… with William Hann , we’re joined by Ned Newman from Islington Radio to explore Vampire Weekend. We dive into how Vampire Weekend changed the landscape of indie music in 2008 — blending sharp songwriting, global influences, and a completely new aesthetic that challenged what guitar music could be. From MySpace discovery to festival nostalgia, we unpack the album’s legacy, s...

Pass the Paela, Pour me an Estrella and for gods sake let me get a siesta, Skepta's not on until 4am... It's a Primavera special! With  return guest / ocassional co host Robert Ball, we dive into everything Primavera Sound a full breakdown of the Primavera Sound 2026 lineup and a look back at the classic line up from 2018. If you love music festivals, live music, and waffling nostalgic non...

The Strokes are BACK and I have full blown Strokes fever. So there's only one thing for it.... solo podcast! We've had two Coachella performances full of talking points, a world tour announcement, brilliant comeback singles… and honestly, I’m in full-blown Strokes euphoria. In this special solo episode of THIS Album Podcast , I dive deep into my lifelong obsession with T he Strokes — from...

What happens when you try to listen to 500 of the greatest albums ever made… in just a few months? In this special episode of This Album , William Hann kicks off an ambitious music challenge inspired by the NME 500 Greatest Albums of All Time list — aiming to listen to every single album, in full, before summer. No skipping. No shortcuts. Just pure music discovery. The 500 albums challenge explain...

Slap on the factor 50, light up that doobie and for the love of god do not bring ANY alcohol out of that enclosure.... It's a Coachella line up deep dive! Join me in welcoming return guest Gene James Smith for a deep-dive into Coachella past and present — from unforgettable 2012 chaos and a cheeky deep dive of the 2026 lineup. This special episode steps away from the usual album format to expl...

Welcome back to the podcast! This week we’re diving into one of the UK’s most exciting music festivals — The Great Escape Festival in Brighton . If you’re into discovering the next wave of indie, alternative, and breakthrough artists before they blow up, this is the festival to know. In this episode, we break down the 2026 lineup, share our favourite emerging acts, and talk through what makes The...

Welcome back to This Album. Host William Hann is joined once again by fan-favourite guest turned co-host John Harbison for a chaotic, hilarious, and music-packed episode diving into what might be the greatest month of live music ever. From massive headline shows to intimate gigs, festival talk, and new music discoveries — this episode has it all. In this episode:A deep dive into an unforgettable s...

Fancy a chaotic Talking Heads podcast? Well watch out, you might get what you're after...Welcome to the "THIS Album..." Podcast LIVE in West Hampstead, where everything goes slightly (very) off the rails. With comedian Matthew Crosby we dive headfirst into comedy, music, and pure on-stage chaos. In this episode:The unexpected no-show of comedian Jacob Hawley (and the crowd’s brutal r...

Enjoy an Album? Never heard of her. It’s episode 67 of “THIS Album…” and I’m joined by Liam Withnail!!! Welcome to This Album with William Hann — the podcast where each episode dives deep into an album that means something personal. From iconic records to hidden gems, we explore the songs, stories, artwork, live shows, and emotional connections behind the music. In this episode, comedian Liam With...

Welcome back to This Album with William Hann — but this isn’t your usual deep dive This is our February 2026 Music Roundup, where we break down the biggest moments in music, culture, and chaos from the past month. Joined by special guest Helen Nash (music industry insider turned dog-walking mogul ), we get into everything from Brit Awards history-making wins to the state of grassroots venues, plus...

In this episode:Starting a band at college (and thinking you’ll be the biggest in the world)The reality of the 2000s indie scene: gigs, MySpace & club nightsWild stories from Camden, Koko, and UK toursThe near-miss with XL Recordings How George built a global music marketing agencyBehind-the-scenes working with major artists & brandsWhy social media is EVERYTHING for artists todayTopics co...

"FUCKING CROSSAINT!" Welcome to “This Album” with William Hann — the podcast where each episode dives deep an album. In this episode, I'm joined by the brilliant Murkage Dave — songwriter, producer, club DJ, and one of modern UK music’s most unique voices. Together we unpack Jamie T’s legendary debut album Panic Prevention, exploring its impact on British culture, its fusion of indie...

In this exclusive interview from You Fest 2026, podcast host William Hann sits down with dance-pop star Piri (formerly of Piri & Tommy) to talk about her incredible journey in music, going solo, and navigating the modern music industry. Piri shares how she went from studying chemistry in Rochdale to landing a record deal, going viral on TikTok, and ultimately choosing to go independent. She op...

Welcome back to This Album with William Hann—this time with returning guest (and maybe future co-host ) Robert Ball for a brand new format: a monthly music roundup covering the biggest stories, releases, and live experiences in music. In this January 2026 edition, we dive into everything from massive album drops to festival chaos, viral music moments, and industry debates. In this episode:The Crib...

Welcome back to This Album With William Hann. In this episode, I’m joined by festival content creator Ross (aka Russ Festival Friend) to explore one of the most underrated UK albums of the 2010s: The Defamation of Strickland Banks by Plan B. From chart-topping singles like She Said, Stay Too Long, and Prayin’, to the album’s powerful concept storytelling, we break down why this record still hits j...

It's the big 6-0 and for episode 60 I'm joined by a man that is truly an expert on his chosen album, because he's literally written a book on it! Ben Cardew is a music journalist, radio host, podcaster and DJ who joined me from Barcleona to deep dive Stereolab's - Transient Random Noise Bursts with Announcements from 1993. In 2021, Ben relesed his first book - Daft Punk's Disco...