WE ARE THE FALL Podcast

[PATREON PREVIEW:] Who wants to get weird with us? Let's dive into MES's first solo outing. A collage of sound and words that is essential for only true Fall-heads ("Don't call us Fall-heads!"). Experience what Mark E. Smith, the sound artist, would concoct without a band like The Fall at the helm. Not for all, but definitely for us! [Intro: Vauxhall Corsa ad featuring The Fall] Are you searching...

This month, you're in for a fun interrogation... want to get the inside scoop about the art that is the Levitate LP (1998)? Well, you're in luck, mate, because we have the privilege of spending an hour with Fall guitarist and visual artist Tommy Crooks. Join us for a fun and insightful chat! Are you searching for the (next episode) now? Are you looking for the real thing, yeah?  You may be...

Will the lads find a copy of The Larger Than Average Armpits' LP? Also discussed is Side B of the excellent Levitate (1998). Are you searching for the (next episode) now? Are you looking for the real thing, yeah?  You may be missing out on more great Fall-related explorations… but not if you join us on ⁠ WATF PATREON:   Full A & B-SIDE discussions (Now!), special (Patreon-only) bonus episodes,...

Why elevate, when you can Levitate? (so much less work!) And that's exactly what we get from The Fall in 1997. This big-top attraction is not for all, but it's definitely for these lads. Join us for one of the most enthralling albums of this era, LEVITATE. Link to the discussed Loaded (1997) MES interview: https://pantograph-punch.com/posts/the-greatest-fall-interview-ever Are you searchin...

[PATREON PREVIEW:] MES has always had a contentious relationship with the Glastonbury festival. But 10 years ago, The Fall were invited, and they definitely showed up. To celebrate The Fall's 2015 performance, the lads sit down for a bonus watch-along of this high tension set. Grab a couple packs of Spangles because this is a popcorn double-feature that is not to be missed. Are you searching f...

It's a fantastic life when you've got new, great music spinnin' in your car. So let's hit the road for our bi-annual road trip across our favourite albums of the year (so far). Bring the snacks. Are you searching for the (next episode) now? Are you looking for the real thing, yeah?  You may be missing out on more great Fall-related explorations… but not if you join us on ⁠ WATF PAT...

Patreon Ep. Preview: Join the lads for a surprisingly fun side-journey into the world of Elastica. Lots of Fall-related talk, as expected, while featuring MES performing on vocals and multiple Fall references abound. Come on, mate! Are you searching for the (next episode) now? Are you looking for the real thing, yeah?  You may be missing out on more great Fall-related explorations… but not if you...

WARNING: For true Fall-heads... Steve Hanley transition (out) episode. Join us for some highly critical but, as always, Fall-endearing discussions about these flabbergastingly un-Fall-like performances. Full episode on PATREON, mate. Are you searching for the (next episode) now? Are you looking for the real thing, yeah?  You may be missing out on more great Fall-related explorations… but not if yo...

The lads get to the bottom, the very bottom of this Side B of The Fall's valuable entry into the catalogue, The Light User Syndrome. Weird tracks are assessed with force. Who is your MES 'man'? Are you searching for the (next episode) now? Are you looking for the real thing, yeah?  You may be missing out on more great Fall-related explorations… but not if you join us on ⁠ WATF PATREON:...

The band is sporting the 90's chic on the cover, but let's see whats being offered on the inside. 1996's full length from The Fall is, no doubt, something to be reckoned with. We need them all, and we are the best. *Quote at the beginning of episode is from Steve Hanley. Are you searching for the (next episode) now? Are you looking for the real thing, yeah?  You may be missing out on more great Fa...

TREAT YOURSELF: LISTEN TO THE FULL A-SIDE & B-SIDE DISSECTIONS RIGHT NOW ON WATF PATREON! https://www.patreon.com/WEARETHEFALLPod

SIDE B TEASER. FULL EPISODE ON PATREON! Are you searching for the (next episode) now? Are you looking for the real thing, yeah?  You may be missing out on more great Fall-related explorations… but not if you join us on ⁠ WATF PATREON:   Full A & B-SIDE discussions (Now!), special (Patreon-only) bonus episodes, side excursions into Fall-member side projects, and early access to all episodes! ⁠⁠...

If you're missing these Peel session episodes, you're missing out on the prime-cuts, mate. Fire up the grill because we're about to fry up these tasty mid-90's Fall cuts! Are you searching for the (next episode) now? Are you looking for the real thing, yeah?  You may be missing out on more great Fall-related explorations… but not if you join us on ⁠ WATF PATREON:   Full A & B-SIDE discussions...

Even if you don't like this album, you should thoroughly enjoy this episode if you like us (WATF Pod). Life just bounces and we're not satisfied yet... so let's rip into Side B of Cerebral Caustic and continue this wild ride! Are you searching for the (next episode) now? Are you looking for the real thing, yeah?  You may be missing out on more great Fall-related explorations… but not if you join u...

We're feeling anything but numb as we dive deep into The Fall's 1995 LP, Cerebral Caustic. This unexpected mega episode on this bonkers album is completely enthralling on all levels. Join the lads and enjoy ride. Are you searching for the (next episode) now? Are you looking for the real thing, yeah?  You may be missing out on more great Fall-related explorations… but not if you join us on...

[PATREON ONLY] The lads have got the 'blindness' for this Peel session, as they head into it without any prior listens or knowledge (well, that's usual). Let's get into a blind listen of the entire 1994 Peel Session 17 by The Fall. Hint: It's fun. Are you searching for the (next episode) now? Are you looking for the real thing, yeah?  You may be missing out on more great Fall-related explorations…...

The revolt has just begun, mates. The Junk Man doesn't care if you're a City Dweller... Shut Up! And listen to SIDE B! Are you searching for the (next episode) now? Are you looking for the real thing, yeah?  You may be missing out on more great Fall-related explorations… but not if you join us on ⁠ WATF PATREON:   Full A & B-SIDE discussions (Now!), special (Patreon-only) bonus episode...

Hey, student, grab your pitchfork because we're ready for a revolt. Get ready to cruise down the M5 to retrieve that well-deserved $500 bottle of wine from the upper class... If you're rich as hell, then you have no worries, mate, the Middle Class Revolt is nigh. Are you searching for the (next episode) now? Are you looking for the real thing, yeah?  You may be missing out on more great Fa...

[PATREON UNLOCKED BONUS EP:] Lots of babe talk in this one. For no good reason. But more importantly, lots of great Fall talk. For all the reasons. Explicit warning issued. If you're liking what you're hearing, there's a bunch of this insightful talk on WATF Patreon. Enjoy mates! Are you searching for the (next episode) now? Are you looking for the real thing, yeah?  You may be missing out on more...

For this month's interrogation, we interview the man that has them all (or at, listen to and wrote about them all!), Mr. Steve Pringle. His book, 'You Must Get Them All: The Fall on Record', is a great, comprehensive journey through The Fall's discography, and a must have for any Fall fan. Additionally, Steve's 'The Fall in Fives' blog and his new podcast (www.stevesmix...

PATREON BONUS EP PREVIEW: The lads start down the pathway of another interesting side journey, this time with the Doncaster/S. Yorks indie group, Shy Tots, featuring The Fall great, Yvonne Pawlett. Don't miss out on this very diverse taste from 1982. Are you searching for the (next episode) now? Are you looking for the real thing, yeah?  You may be missing out on more great Fall-related explor...

SIDE B of 'The Scan' awaits only those who are brave enough to be informed (and entertained)... Are you searching for the (next episode) now? Are you looking for the real thing, yeah?  You may be missing out on more great Fall-related explorations… but not if you join us on ⁠ WATF PATREON:   Full A & B-SIDE discussions (Now!), special (Patreon-only) bonus episodes, side excursions into...

You deserve only the best. So jack into the network and get your brain scrambled with us as we explore The Fall's 1993 LP, The Infotainment Scan. SIDE A is now scanning. Are you searching for the (next episode) now? Are you looking for the real thing, yeah?  You may be missing out on more great Fall-related explorations… but not if you join us on ⁠ WATF PATREON:   Full A & B-SIDE discussions (...

[Patreon Only:] If you're in for SIDE B of MES curated mixtape, you're in for a treat. This is some weird shit, we get some classic cuts but also some extremely disturbing picks are intentionally chosen to wind us up. Surprising! Are you searching for the (next episode) now? Are you looking for the real thing, yeah?  You may be missing out on more great Fall-related explorations… but not i...

For this year's MES birthday bash, the lads revisit and listen along to a specially curated mixtape by the birthday boy himself. Join us in the wonderment that is a Mark E. Smith DJ set on what would be his 68th birthday. Are you searching for the (next episode) now? Are you looking for the real thing, yeah?  You may be missing out on more great Fall-related explorations… but not if you join u...