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the indie alternative with chris olden

Christopher Olden

A Guardian podcast of the week. (Formally Back to BritPop)

music music interviews

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34:39

Tom McRae

the indie alternative with chris olden ·

2022/03/25

Absolutely delighted to be joined by one of the UK's finest song writers Tom McRae. Tom talks about his writing process, collaborations, how he approaches a new album and loads more. So honored to speak to Tom who was incredibly generous. New material and Tour on the horizon! https://tommcrae.com As always, thank you so much for your support! If you would like to contribute financially to help keep things ticking along, here's a link where you can buy me a virtual coffee! Buy me a coffee And you

01:29

*Update Episode*

the indie alternative with chris olden ·

2022/03/18

Hello! Unfortunately this is not a regular episode but an update to inform you all that its becoming increasingly difficult if not impossible to release episodes on a weekly / regular basis. As you know I’m not part of any network and without sponsorship it’s becoming really hard to secure guests and share their stories with you as regularly as I have been doing over the last two years or so. I have some potential guests lined up these will be put out on a completely ad hoc basis. Doing this

28:05

Charlotte Cooper - The Subways

the indie alternative with chris olden ·

2022/03/05

On this episode Charlotte Cooper of The Subways joins me to talk about writing and recording their new album, early influences, the legacy of Rock and Roll Queen and loads more! Keep up to date with the new album release and tour dates here: www.thesubways.net As always, thank you so much for your support! If you would like to contribute financially to help keep things ticking along, here's a link where you can buy me a virtual coffee! Buy me a coffee And you can follow me on the

32:19

Charley Stone

the indie alternative with chris olden ·

2022/02/26

On this episode I am delighted to be joined by Charley Stone. Charley has worked with many bands over the years and we talk about her time with Salad, Gay Dad and Sleeper. We also talk about Charley's musical influences and solo writing and recording process. Links are below! Charley on Spotify Charley on BandCamp As always, thank you so much for your support! If you would like to contribute financially to help keep things ticking along, here's a link where you can buy me a virtual coffee! Buy me a

31:43

Turin Brakes - Gale Paridjanian

the indie alternative with chris olden ·

2022/02/26

This episode I'm delighted to be joined by Gale Paridjanian from Turin Brakes. Gales joins to talk about the writing and recording process of his debut solo album HIFILOFI SCIFIWIFI. We also talk a bit about Turin Brakes and future releases! Make sure to check out Gale's album as its ace... Links below! On Vinyl Amazon Music As always, thank you so much for your support! If you would like to contribute financially to help keep things ticking along, here's a link where you can buy me a virtual

38:50

The Cardigans - Magnus Sveningsson

the indie alternative with chris olden ·

2022/02/18

This episode Magnus Sveningsson bass master from The Cardigans joins me talk about the bands beginnings, musical influences, studio time and his solo projects. Great stuff from Magnus here who was very generous with his time! Links to his new solo project Råå are below - check it out! Råå - Spelar Pierce & von Euler Råå - Ljungens Lag Råå - Skånes Järnvägar As always, thank you so much for your support! If you would like to contribute financially to help keep things ticking along, here's a link

33:10

Jane Savidge - Author. PR Savidge & Best

the indie alternative with chris olden ·

2022/02/12

This episode I go back to Britpop with Jane Savidge co-founder and head of public relations company Savage & Best. Jane is widely credited as being one of the main instigators of the Britpop movement in the '90s. Jane talks about her first book 'Lunch With The Wild Frontiers: A History Of Britpop And Excess in 13 and a 1/2 Chapters' published in May 2019. We also talk about her new book 'Here They Come With Their Make-Up On: Suede, Coming Up . . . And More Adventures Beyond The Wild Frontiers' which

31:39

Ed Harcourt

the indie alternative with chris olden ·

2022/02/05

This episode I'm Joined by Ed Harcourt. Ed talks about his new band Loup Garoux which features Cass Browne and Richard Jones. We also discuss his solo material, his writing process and a lot more. Listen to Loup Garoux here: loupgaroux.com Ed's Music is here: edharcourtmusic.com As always, thank you so much for your support! If you would like to contribute financially to help keep things ticking along, here's a link where you can buy me a virtual coffee! Buy me a coffee And you can follow me on

29:50

Sleeper - Jon Stewart

the indie alternative with chris olden ·

2022/02/02

On this episode Jon Stewart joins me to talk about his new book,"Dylan, Lennon, Marx & God" Sleeper, The Wedding Present and his time in the states. Buy Jon's book here: Dylan, Lennon, Marx & God As always, thank you so much for your support! If you would like to contribute financially to help keep things ticking along, here's a link where you can buy me a virtual coffee! Buy me a coffee And you can follow me on the socials: Twitter Instagram Facebook

01:10:24

Britpop Bands Knockout Tournament Part 2 with James...

the indie alternative with chris olden ·

2022/01/28

Its finally here! part two of my collaboration with the Oasis podcast. If you have not yet heard part one make sure you pop over to the Oasis podcast platform and listen to that first. Links below! podcasts.apple.com spotify.com As always, thank you so much for your support! If you would like to contribute financially to help keep things ticking along, here's a link where you can buy me a virtual coffee! Buy me a coffee And you can follow me on the socials: Twitter Instagram Facebook

26:46

Sea Fever - Iwan Gronow

the indie alternative with chris olden ·

2022/01/26

On this episode I'm joined by Iwan Gronow of Sea Fever. Sea Fever is a five piece collective fronted by Iwan Gronow (Haven, Johnny Marr) on vocals and guitars, alongside singer Beth Cassidy (Section 25), the band also features New Order’s Tom Chapman and Phil Cunningham (Marion) with Elliot Barlow on drums. Iwan talks about how they came to collaborate together and their writing and recording process. Check out their music here: seafeverband.com As always, thank you so much for your support! If you

37:56

Kathryn Williams

the indie alternative with chris olden ·

2022/01/20

This episode I'm joined by the amazingly talented Kathryn Williams. Kathryn discusses her early musical influences, the song writing process and her forthcoming album and live dates. Head over to Kathryn's website below for all the details on her anthology box set and other releases. kathrynwilliams.co.uk As always, thank you so much for your support! If you would like to contribute financially to help keep things ticking along, here's a link where you can buy me a virtual coffee! Buy me a

19:08

The Slow Show - Rob Goodwin

the indie alternative with chris olden ·

2022/01/14

Welcome to season 4! On this episode I'm joined by Rob Goodwin lead vocalist of the The Slow Show. we discuss their writing and recording process, his musical influences and the new album and tour. The Slow Show.com As always, thank you so much for your support! Buy me a coffee Twitter Instagram Facebook

39:06

James Mcmahon’s Top 5

the indie alternative with chris olden ·

2022/01/01

Happy New Year all! This episode James Mcmahon shares his top 5 '90s indie tunes. Please check out his podcasts and projects in the links below: http://linktr.ee/jamesjammcmahon jamesjammcmahon.com As always, thank you so much for your support! Buy me a coffee Twitter Instagram Facebook

30:44

Sam Shiner’s Top 5

the indie alternative with chris olden ·

2021/12/27

Happy Twixmas! In this special bonus episode Sam Shiner picks her top 5 '90s indie bangers. Follow Sam on Twitter! As always, thank you so much for your support! Buy me a coffee Twitter Instagram Facebook

35:26

Geezer - Will Potter & Martin Bland

the indie alternative with chris olden ·

2021/12/18

On this episode I speak to Will Potter about his kickstarter campaign for the comic series about Geezer the UK's best least known Britpop band. Will also talks about his time in CUD and how its influenced the project. I was also incredibly lucky to speak to Martin Bland the legendary Geezer front man. links to support the Kick starter are below Geezer Kickstarter Geezer on Twitter As always, thank you so much for your support! Buy me a coffee Twitter Instagram Facebook

02:12

Podcast Update Episode

the indie alternative with chris olden ·

2021/12/04

Hey all. Sorry its been so long. I thought I'd pop on to give you all an update on the podcast. Those who follow on social media might have noticed the changes to the show name. I explain the reasons why in the episode. As always, thank you so much for your support! Buy me a coffee Twitter Instagram Facebook

48:43

Symposium - Wojtek Godzisz

the indie alternative with chris olden ·

2021/11/07

Welcome back! On this episode I'm joined by Wojtek Godzisz of Symposium. We talk about his musical influences, song writing, how the band formed and Bruce Willis! Check out Wojtek website below for his solo recordings! wojtekgodziszmusic.bandcamp.com Wojtek on Facebook Wojtek on Twitter Buy me a coffee on ko-fi Thank you for listening and don't forget to follow me on the socials! Twitter Facebook Insta

28:27

Tiger - Dan Laidler

the indie alternative with chris olden ·

2021/10/23

This episode I had a lovely chat with Dan Laidler of Tiger. We talk about his musical influences, forming the band, song writing and loads more. Buy me a coffee on ko-fi Thank you for listening and don't forget to follow me on the socials! Twitter Facebook Insta

47:47

Catatonia - Owen Powell

the indie alternative with chris olden ·

2021/10/16

Welcome to another episode! This week Owen Powell joins me to talk about Catatonia, song writing, recording in lock down and his new solo material as Don Ya Ya (which is ace). I had great fun recording this one so hope you enjoy! Listen to Don Ya Ya Buy me a coffee on ko-fi Thank you for listening and don't forget to follow me on the socials! Twitter Facebook Insta

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