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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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38:08

Goya Dress - Astrid Williamson

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2021/10/09

On this episode it was a great privilege to be joined by Astrid Williamson. Astrid talks about her musical influences, forming Goya Dress and writing and recording her solo albums. Listen to Astrid's music here: astridwilliamson.co.uk Buy me a coffee on ko-fi Thank you for listening and don't forget to follow me on the socials! Twitter Facebook Insta

46:06

Carter USM - Jim Bob

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2021/09/24

It was an absolute pleasure to be joined by Jim Bob for this episode. Jim talks about his musical influences, how Carter were formed and the writing / recording process for his solo material especially his latest album 'Who do we hate now'. Here's a link to Jim Bob's website. jim-bob.co.uk Buy me a coffee on ko-fi Thank you for listening and don't forget to follow me on the socials! Twitter Facebook Insta

40:48

Hefner - Darren Hayman

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2021/09/17

Delighted to be joined by Darren Hayman on this episode. Darren talks about his formative years and what inspired him to become a musician. We discuss Hefner and his current musical projects including his new album and the re-release of more classic Hefner LPs on vinyl. Click the link below to listen all of Darren's current releases: hefnet.com Buy me a coffee on ko-fi Thank you for listening and don't forget to follow me on the socials! Twitter Facebook Insta

28:38

The Soup Dragons - Jim McCulloch

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2021/09/11

This week I'm joined by Jim McCulloch. Jim talks about all of his musical projects over the years from The BMX Bandits, The Soup Dragons, Superstar and Snow Goose. He also talks about what it was like to write and record his first solo album. Links to all Jim's recordings can be found below: https://linktr.ee/jimmcculloch violetterecords.com/artist/jim-mcculloch Buy me a coffee on ko-fi Thank you for listening and don't forget to follow me on the socials! Twitter Facebook Insta

32:25

Heavy Stereo - Nick Jones

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2021/09/04

This episode Nick Jones of Heavy Stereo joins me to talk about the 25th anniversary and re-issue of their debut album Déjà Voodoo. Nick talks about signing to Creation, recording the album, his musical influences and loads more. You can pre-order the album which is released on the 17th September via the link below: Buy Deja Voodoo Buy me a coffee on ko-fi Thank you for listening and don't forget to follow me on the socials! Twitter Facebook Insta

40:03

The Sea Horses - Chris Helme

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2021/08/28

On this episode it was my great pleasure to speak to Chris Helme. Chris talks about his time in the Sea Horses, song writing, collaborations over the years and lots more. The link to Chris's web page is below for details on his live shows and information on his solo material and upcoming album. chrishelme.co.uk Buy me a coffee on ko-fi Thank you for listening and don't forget to follow me on the socials! Twitter Facebook Insta

41:48

Pimlico - Wesley Doyle

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2021/08/19

This episode I'm joined by Wesley Doyle from power pop quartet Pimlico. Wesley gives a fascinating insight into what it was like to be part of the Britpop scene in the 90's, his early musical influences, getting signed and loads more! I really enjoyed chatting to Wesley and appreciate him giving up his time for the pod. follow Wesley and Pimlico on twitter here; Wesley Doyle Pimlico Buy me a coffee on ko-fi Thank you for listening and don't forget to follow me on the

43:52

The Wonder Stuff - Miles Hunt

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2021/08/06

On this episode, indie legend Miles Hunt joins me to talk about his musical influences, The Wonder Stuff, collaborations, life in lock down, writing new material and future projects. Thank you Miles for an amazing interview! Keep updated with all Miles and The Wonder Stuff's future gigs and releases. thewonderstuff.co.uk Buy me a coffee on ko-fi Thank you for listening and don't forget to follow me on the socials! Twitter Facebook Insta

36:51

60 Ft. Dolls - Richard J Parfitt

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2021/07/29

Richard J Parfitt joins me this episode to talk about the mighty 60 Ft. Dolls. We discuss his musical influences, early music memories, forming the band and his songwriting and teaching career. Follow Richard 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

38:26

Theaudience / The Helicopter of the Holy Ghost -...

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2021/07/24

Welcome to season 3! We kick off episode 1 with Billy Reeves. Billy talks us through his musical career to date which includes forming Theaudience with Sophie Ellis-Bextor in 96, Yours in 2000 and his new project The Helicopter of the Holy Ghost which features Mark Morris and Crayola Lectern. It is an amazing story and Billy gives a fascinating insight to how the new album 'Afters' was put together. Listen to the singles below: www.thothg.com Follow the band on Twitter Buy me a coffee on ko-fi My

31:40

The Boo Radleys - Sice

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2021/07/16

Season 2 Bonus episode with Sice from the Boo Radleys. Very fortunate to get to speak to Sice for the podcast. Sice talks about his early musical influences, the ups and downs of the '90s music scene and the forthcoming new material. Link to the excellent new single is below! Links to the new single “A Full Syringe And Memories Of You” The Boo Radleys on Twitter Buy me a coffee on ko-fi My other podcast - The Movie Bunker website is below; moviebunkerpodcast.com Thank you for listening and don't

56:21

The Farm - Peter Hooton

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2021/06/24

It's the end of season 2 and I'm going out with a bang! This week indie legend Peter Hooton joins me to talk about The Farm, musical influences, the bands evolution over the years, record deals and the anthem that is 'All Together Now' Peter was fantastic and hopefully will come back on the pod again. For gig information and links to their merch, see link below: thefarmmusic.co.uk Peter on Twitter Vote for Back to BritPop in the British Podcast Awards here. Buy me a coffee on ko-fi My other

42:07

Superstar - Joe McAlinden

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2021/06/18

The episode Joe McAlinden joins me to talk about Superstar. We discuss his influences and formative years and the highs and lows of being in the band. Its a cracking interview so hope you enjoy! joemcalinden.com Joe on Twitter Buy me a coffee on ko-fi My other podcast - The Movie Bunker website is below; moviebunkerpodcast.com Thank you for listening and don't forget to follow me on the socials! Twitter Facebook Insta

32:30

Inspiral Carpets - Tom Hingley

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2021/06/04

Welcome to another episode. This week Tom Hingley joins me to talk about his book Carpet Burns, Life with Inspiral Carpets, musical influences and loads more. Click the link below to buy the book and get tickets to one of Toms solo gigs. tomhingley.co.uk Buy me a coffee on ko-fi My other podcast - The Movie Bunker website is below; moviebunkerpodcast.com Thank you for listening and don't forget to follow me on the socials! Twitter Facebook Insta

56:38

BMX Bandits - Duglas T Stewart

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2021/05/21

Welcome to another episode! This week the wonderful and charming Duglas T Stewart of the BMX Bandits joins me to talk about TV theme tunes, musical influences, songwriting, Creation records, that Kurt Cobain quote, being supported by Oasis and much more! The 30 year anniversary remastered album Star Wars is out now. bmxbandits.net Thank you again for listening, below are links to all the ways you can support the pod. Buy me a coffee on ko-fi My other podcast - The Movie Bunker website is

42:15

Octopus - Marc Shearer

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2021/05/14

Welcome to another episode! This week I'm joined by Marc shearer of Octopus. It is an amazingly candid chat about Marc's experiences being in the band in the '90s. From 4 track heaven to tour tomfoolery! Thank you again for listening, below are links to all the ways you can support the pod. Buy me a coffee on ko-fi My other podcast - The Movie Bunker website is below; moviebunkerpodcast.com Thank you for listening and don't forget to follow me on the socials! Twitter Facebook Insta

29:17

Animals That Swim - Hank Starrs

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2021/05/07

On this weeks episode I am delighted to be joined by Hank Starrs of Animals That Swim! Hank shares stories of the bands formative years, the '90s indie scene, making movies and Bob Ross! Enjoy. Hank imdb.com Hank on Insta Animals That Swim on Facebook Buy me a coffee on ko-fi My other podcast - The Movie Bunker website is below; moviebunkerpodcast.com Thank you for listening and don't forget to follow me on the socials! Twitter Facebook Insta

31:34

S*M*A*S*H - Ed Borrie

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2021/04/30

This episode the brilliant Ed Borrie talks to me about S*M*A*S*H. We discuss forming the band in the late 80's, musical influences, life on tour and new solo material! Its a fantastic insight into life in the band. The documentary Flawed is Beautiful is on Amazon here- Flawed is Beautiful Catch all the latest music and posts from Ed here- Ed Borrie on Facebook SMASH on Facebook Buy me a coffee on ko-fi My other podcast - The Movie Bunker website is below; moviebunkerpodcast.com Thank you for

23:58

Echobelly - Glenn Johansson

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2021/04/15

On this weeks episode I am delighted to be joined by Glenn Johansson of Echobelly. Glenn talks about the recent re-master and re-release of their early 2000 releases 'People are Expensive' and 'Gravity Pulls' also his musical influences and the formative years of Echobelly. Visit their website to pick up the latest re-masters. echobelly.com Click the links below for the social media and virtual coffee / pint! Buy me a coffee on ko-fi My other podcast - The Movie Bunker website is

15:40

Republica - Saffron

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2021/04/08

This episode I was delighted to be joined by Saffron from Republica! Saffron looks back at the bands formative years and the prospect of releasing new material and performing live again very soon. It was an absolute pleasure to speak to Saffron and I think you will enjoy our lock down natter. republicamusic.co.uk Click the links below for the social media and virtual coffee / pint! Buy me a coffee on ko-fi My other podcast - The Movie Bunker website is below; moviebunkerpodcast.com Thank you for

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