Billy Morrison discusses The Morrison Project and shares insights into the collaborative process behind the album, working with various artists including Ozzy Osbourne and Linda Perry. He also reflects on his musical influences and playing with The Cult and Billy Idol.

Further information

Billy Morrison ‘The Morrison Project’

Billy Morrison podcast tracks

Strange Brew Podcasts also available: Glen Matlock In Conversation (2023), Glen Matlock (2018), Glen Matlock (2016), Paul Cook. See also interview with Billy Idol

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John Fiddler of Medicine Head traces his musical journey from the 1960s to present. John covers new album ‘Heartwork’, forming Medicine Head, getting their break through John Peel and support from John Lennon and Pete Townshend, his major 1970s hits, and time in British Lions and Box of Frogs.

Further information

medicinehead.rocks

Medicine Head’s new album, ‘Heartwork’ is out now on CD via Talking Elephant Records

British Lions (Roaring Edition) (Think Like A Key Music)

John Fiddler podcast tracks

Podcasts also available: Morgan Fisher, Jim McCarty, John Peel’s Dandelion Records, Gerry McAvoy

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Ian Hunter takes us through new album Defiance Part 2: Fiction, solo highlights and his past in Mott the Hoople. Ian covers his approach for songwriting and evolution over his career spanning the 1960s Hamburg music scene, leading Mott and collaborating with Brian May, David Bowie and Mick Ronson.

Further information

ianhunter.com

Ian Hunter podcast tracks

Ian Hunter written interview

Podcasts also available: Morgan Fisher, Verden Allen, Ellen Foley, Woody Woodmansey, John ‘Hutch’ Hutchinson, Blue Weaver

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Paul Hanley is in conversation with Jason Barnard for The CAT Club in Pontefract, Yorkshire. Guided by Paul’s book ‘Sixteen Again’, he highlights the critical and lasting influence of Buzzcocks. He reveals the special bond between a teen and their beloved band, reflects on the significance of their album ‘A Different Kind of Tension’ and the legacy of Pete Shelley.

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This episode is part of the The CAT Club (Classic Album Thursdays) podcast. Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Amazon Music

Paul Hanley – Sixteen Again: How Pete Shelley & Buzzcocks Changed Manchester Music (and me)

Strange Brew Podcasts also available: Glen Matlock in conversation, Steve Diggle, Paul Cook, Clem Burke, Rat Scabies

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Phil Manzanera discusses his life covered in his new memoir, Revolución to Roxy. Phil reveals his unique childhood across the word including Cuba and Hawaii, meeting David Gilmour which inspired him to pursue music professionally, joining Roxy Music and their intense schedule of albums and touring in the 1970s. Phil also explores Roxy’s creative process and solo career highlights including producing an incredible concert with Bob Dylan.

Further information

Phil Manzanera – Revolución to Roxy

Phil Manzanera podcast tracks

Podcasts also available: Phil Manzanera (2022), Steve Harley, Alan Parsons, Dennis Dunaway

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David Wells delves into the Laurel Canyon music community of the late 60s and early 70s, tracing its evolution from Love and The Doors to the emergence of country-rock and singer-songwriters. Situated near Los Angeles, Laurel Canyon attracted a diverse array of musicians, from The Byrds and Buffalo Springfield to Frank Zappa. The scene fostered collaboration, culminating in the rise of a sleeker sound epitomised by The Eagles and Fleetwood Mac in the mid-70s.

Further information

I See You Live On Love Street – Music From Laurel Canyon 1967-1975, 3CD Box Set

Laurel Canyon podcast tracks

Podcasts also available: The Sound of Los Angeles 1965-68, Michelle Phillips, Judy Collins, Henry Diltz, Jimmy Webb, Johnny Echols – Love, Rita Coolidge, Peter Asher

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Wesley Stace delves into the lyrical landscapes of his songs, transition from John Wesley Harding and collaborations with Bruce Springsteen, Rosanne Cash, The Attractions, The Minus Five and The Jayhawks. With his anticipated UK tour, Wesley steps out from the shadows to claim his well-deserved spotlight as an outstanding songwriter.

Further information

Wesley Stace UK tour: 10 to 27 May

The Good Lyre – Songs Of John Wesley Harding

Wesley Stace podcast tracks

Podcasts also available: Bruce Thomas – The Attractions, Karl Wallinger – World Party, Thomas Walsh – Pugwash, Colin Moulding – XTC – Part 1, Colin Moulding – XTC – Part 2, John Linnell – The Might Be Giants

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Dave Scott-Morgan explores his highlights intertwined with the Birmingham music scene of the 1960s and 1970s. From his formative years with The Uglys to crafting songs embraced by The Move, Carl Wayne, The Mindbenders, and Wishful Thinking, his mark on the era’s sound is undeniable. Transitioning into the 1980s, Dave’s role developed into playing with ELO, Jeff Lynne and Richard Tandy, yet, his passion for songwriting remains to this day.

Further information

davescottmorgan.com

Dave Scott Morgan podcast tracks

Podcasts also available: Bev Bevan, Dave Pegg, Brumrock 1966-1974, John Lodge, Ray Thomas, Eric Stewart – Part 1

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Mike Vickers, co-founder of Manfred Mann, digs deep into his career. Mike covers his early years with the Manfreds, work on songs like ‘All You Need Is Love’, collaborations with artists including The Beatles, The Hollies, Cilla Black and The Scaffold, as well as his pioneering use of the Moog synthesizer. The interview also explores Mike’s highlights as an arranger and composer in the 1960s and 1970s.

Further information

Manfred Mann: Hits From The Sixties

Mike Vickers podcast tracks

Podcasts also available Tom McGuinness, Paul Jones, Mike d’Abo, Mike McGear McCartney

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Michelle Phillips of The Mamas & The Papas speaks about her life and time in the group. From their inception, hits, and the tangled web of their demise, she unearths the soul behind ‘California Dreamin’, ‘Creeque Alley’, and ‘Monday, Monday’. The interview takes us back to the 1960s, where the music soared, tensions simmered, and legacies were etched into vinyl. Phillips’ words resonate with the turbulent rhythm of a rock ‘n’ roll saga.

Further information

‘Gettin’ Kinda Itchie: The Groups That Made The Mamas & The Papas’ by Richard Campbell

Michelle Phillips podcast tracks

Podcasts also available: The Sound of Los Angeles 1965-68, Melanie, Judy Collins, Henry Diltz, Tom Paxton, Jimmy Webb, Johnny Echols – Love, Jorma Kaukonen

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In a bonus podcast, Tim Arnold and Kevin Godley discuss the resonance today of the U2 song ‘Numb’

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