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Beat Motel Zine

Welcome to Beat Motel Zine, the comedy-infused alt-music podcast! Born from a zine from the DIY scene, we blend laughs with punk, metal, and everything offbeat. Discover the weirder side of bands, from unintentionally funny stage antics to musical mishaps. Tune in for a profane, comedic journey through alternative tunes, where every episode is a laugh. Join us as we explore music"s funniest fringes with a punk rock spirit! Can the alternative music scene and comedy mix? Of course they can; we"ll

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00:57:24

Good B-sides vs Bad B-sides

Beat Motel Zine ·

2025/01/13

In this week’s episode, Andrew is joined by the enigmatic Dr. Sam to dissect the sticky, smelly world of B-sides. From Suede’s majestic castaways to Korn’s half-baked remixes, they wade knee-deep into what makes a B-side a banger or just a bad idea. Along the way, Andrew reminisces about the peculiar 80s phenomenon of white dog poo, the trauma of squishy sandals, and why Ipswich is (mercifully) less turd-laden these days.Dr. Sam brings his sharp ear and an unsettling amount of love for freaky

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00:53:49

Bands you wouldn't want to cover

Beat Motel Zine ·

2025/01/06

In this episode of **Beat Motel**, Andrew Culture and Ollie dive headfirst into the treacherous waters of cover songs. From Blur’s awkward moments to Jimi Hendrix being untouchable, the duo debates which bands and tracks are simply too sacred, complex, or ridiculous to cover. Along the way, they drop truth bombs about Madonna’s infamous coffee table book, dissect Damon Albarn’s lounge act origins for "Song 2," and explain why American men are just _built different_.Hear tales of function band

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01:09:45

Soundtracks you NEED to hear

Beat Motel Zine ·

2024/12/30

This week on **Beat Motel**, Andrew’s joined by Jago for a full-on rummage through the dusty vinyl crate of movie soundtracks. It’s soundtracks, but not as you know them—Michael Caine movies, unexpected Quincy Jones bangers, and one or two synth-heavy horrors. Along the way, they rant about fake live albums, discuss why Portishead’s “wrong” notes sound so right, and reminisce about teenage Grebo grievances. Somehow, it spirals into video game scores, the unexpected brilliance of 1930s musicals, and

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00:49:45

They sampled WHAT?

Beat Motel Zine ·

2024/12/23

It’s the episode where **Andrew Culture** and Dr. Sam somehow make an entire hour of toilet chat, dodgy sampling, and musical rambling sound like a work of art. From unicorn stools (Google at your own risk) to squatting like a Baltic legend, the pair venture into a shambolic journey across music that sampled _what?!_ Expect the unexpected as they break down: - **Bodsore** sounding like a black metal fever dream. - A British punk banger sampling Windows’ startup sound. - _Tricky’s_ expensive 90s

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01:04:59

Forgotten bands

Beat Motel Zine ·

2024/12/16

This week on **Beat Motel**, Andrew is joined by the triumphant return of Ollie, a co-host who’s now "back by beat demand" (his words). Together, they light a candle for forgotten bands—metaphorically, of course, to avoid the insurance fraud that their shrine mishap inspired. From nostalgia-soaked anecdotes to relentless riffs, this episode explores the dusty edges of musical memory. **Highlights**: - **Turbo Prog Love:** Ollie’s "Riff of the Week" honors Cleft’s "Trap Door," described by a mate

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01:20:54

Rivals

Beat Motel Zine ·

2024/12/08

This week, Andrew and Jago dive into the chaotic world of **musical rivalries**, from playground-level spats to outright murderous feuds. Highlights include:- Jago’s dangerous addiction to seaside 2p machines, proving the only real winner is the arcade owner. - The eternal bitterness of Dave Mustaine (_35 million albums sold but still salty_). - Blur vs. Oasis—teen idols or commercial gladiators? - Charles Manson: misunderstood artist or murderous twit? (_Spoiler: Jago’s hero worship is…

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01:06:51

When the Drums Kick In

Beat Motel Zine ·

2024/12/02

**Episode Title:** _When the Drums Kick In – and Other Musical Mishaps_ **Hosts:** Andrew Culture & Dr. Sam **Summary:** Get ready for an unhinged exploration of the greatest moments when drums _really_ kick in – whether it’s a masterful fill or just chaos in a trench coat. Andrew and Dr. Sam stumble through topics like Phil Collins' shiny dome revolutionizing baldness, the orchestral carnage of WWI-themed metal gigs, and why Greg's vegan sausage rolls might double as building materials

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01:10:30

Best album endings

Beat Motel Zine ·

2024/11/25

In this week’s audio catastrophe, Andrew is joined by Dr. Sam to discuss "best album endings." Naturally, this means chaos, sarcasm, and several tangents about guinea pig recipes, Björk's cat in pajamas, and why the Rolling Stones are basically for your mum. Musical choices span the predictable (Stone Roses) to the avant-garde (Bjork making cat noises). Plus, the duo spends more time rambling about band names, random memories of Ipswich gigs, and the existential sadness of Lemmy's apartment than

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01:01:10

Great album, terrible song

Beat Motel Zine ·

2024/11/18

In this week’s Beat Motel, Andrew and his co-host Dr. Sam tackle the odd world of _Great Albums with Terrible Songs_. Ever wondered why a near-flawless record gets ruined by a random ear-sore? Same here. Andrew dives into the trenches with Metallica, Kyuss, Radiohead, and others, pondering why bands sabotage themselves with tracks that barely qualify as filler. Dr. Sam treats us to a sociological study of the infamous “skullet” and rants about modern bands who go through music school rather than

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01:01:18

Singing Drummers

Beat Motel Zine ·

2024/11/11

In this episode, Andrew and Dr Sam dive into the world of singing drummers—because why settle for just bashing skins when you can also belt out tunes? Expect a thorough dissection of jazz chaos theory, led by Peter Evans and his so-called “three-stooges” approach to organised sound. The duo also explore Karen Carpenter’s dual talents, Red Fang’s unadulterated riffage, and Mastodon’s... well, let’s say, questionable riff decisions. Dr Sam throws in some knowledge grenades about jazz producer

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01:08:06

Non English language tracks

Beat Motel Zine ·

2024/11/04

In this episode of Beat Motel Andrew is joined by Dr Hannah. Join us as we dive into non-English music, from French hip-hop to North African future funk and Italian soap-opera jams. Along the way, we touch on archaeology, conspiracy theorists, and of course, toilet humor – because what’s a Beat Motel episode without that? We chat about: - Dr. Sam’s political philosophy doctorate (no, he can't save lives). - Sparks’ 70s awkward sexiness and North African beats that sound straight out of _The Fifth

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00:57:22

Multiple songwriters in one band & great band,...

Beat Motel Zine ·

2024/10/28

In this episode of "Beat Motel," Andrew Culture and _Spamuel Rage_ (because who else could conjure up such bizarre music choices?) return to the long-anticipated second half of their chaos-fueled breakdown: _Great Band, Terrible Decision_. Naturally, things get out of hand, with deep dives into bands that alienate their own fans, riffs that make zero sense, and Devon Townsend’s baffling alien coffee addiction (yes, seriously).Expect more music geekery, deranged anecdotes, and Andrew’s rants about

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01:12:26

Bands who change members, for better or worse

Beat Motel Zine ·

2024/10/21

Strap yourselves in, folks, because this week Andrew Culture is joined by _David Jago_, and they’re taking a full-throttle dive into the wonderful (and sometimes catastrophic) world of bands who can’t keep a lineup straight. From Radiohead’s unbreakable five-piece to Faith No More's revolving door of members, this episode is a chaotic journey through rock and metal history. Ever wondered what happens when a 17-year-old guitarist joins a band mid-tour? Or when you replace drummers so often it feels

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01:11:19

Great band, terrible decision & multiple songwriters...

Beat Motel Zine ·

2024/10/14

In this episode of **Beat Motel**, Andrew and the eloquently deranged **Spamuel Rage** dive deep into the delightful chaos of _Great Bands, Terrible Decisions_, and the unexpected tangents of _Multiple Songwriters in One Band_. Expect loud opinions, questionable facts, and unfiltered rants about music that might just leave you scratching your head—and, if you're like Andrew, maybe scratching something else too. The dynamic duo kicks off by discussing inappropriate use of toenails (yes, that’s a

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01:00:26

Albums for hangovers - Beat Motel Music Podcast

Beat Motel Zine ·

2024/10/07

**Episode Summary:** In this episode of _Beat Motel_, host Andrew Culture welcomes guest co-host Ollie Pearson to chat about one of life’s crucial topics: music for hangovers. Together, they explore the perfect tracks to ease the pain, from ambient soundscapes to feel-good ska, and discuss how to nurse a hangover in style. From nostalgic memories to surprising musical connections, this episode covers all the bases in a delightful, soothing, and occasionally raucous way. **Key Highlights:** -

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01:02:17

Bands you wish you were in

Beat Motel Zine ·

2024/09/30

In this episode of Beat Motel, Andrew Culture and Dr Sam, aka "Spamuel Rage," dive headfirst into music, madness, and musings with their signature punk rock attitude and chaotic humour. From noise gigs that leave them temporarily deaf to exploring the wildest genre mashups, the hosts passionately share the bands they wish they could have been part of. Expect raucous riffs, personal stories, and more than a few tangents about life, music, and everything in between.**Key Highlights:** -

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00:54:53

Bands whose sound doesn't match their image

Beat Motel Zine ·

2024/09/23

Grab your studded jackets and get ready for another round of unfiltered chaos with Andrew Culture and David Jago on *Beat Motel*. This week, the lads are tearing into bands whose sound just doesn’t match their image. From the letdown of Marilyn Manson’s early albums to the baffling presence of Ghost t-shirts at metal gigs, no band is safe from their sharp, witty analysis. Andrew dishes out some surprises as he explores black metal bands that look nothing like you’d expect. Meanwhile, Jago goes on a

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00:58:49

Naff debut album, great follow up

Beat Motel Zine ·

2024/09/16

### Riffs of the week #### Dr Sam's Riff - Citric Dummies - Look Out World (I'm Eating at Arbys) (0.30) #### Andrew's Riff - Smashing Pumpkins - Sighommi ### Dr Sam's track choices 1. Metallica - Creeping Death (1.24) 2. Black Midi - John L (opening) 3. GWAR - The Salaminizer (opening) 4. Beastie Boys - No Sleep Til Brooklyn (opening) ### Andrew's track choices 1. David Bowie - Join the gang (1:31) 2. Blur - She's so high (0:52) 3. Slayer - Black Magic (2:30) 4. Radiohead

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01:01:13

Bands with fake drummers

Beat Motel Zine ·

2024/09/09

The Musician's Union campaigned to ban drum machines. That's like a chunk of cauliflower campaigning to ban toilet roll. It just makes no sense. In this episode of The Beat Motel Andrew is joined by the always hardcore Dan Callis. What we didn't know before we started recording this episode is that Dan is currently under the influence of some fairly heavy sedation following surgery. Listener discretion is advised... ### Riffs of the week #### Dan's Riff - How long you been

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01:06:24

Cars in songs

Beat Motel Zine ·

2024/09/02

Girls in Cars? Boys in Cars? Nonbinary people in cars? Nongendered People in Cars? Animals in Cars! Animals driving cars! Absurd. Lets just stop, now. Please. PC gone mad! Slightly fluffy skin bags in cars!Everybody loves a car, don’t they? They’ve have been a feature in rock’n’roll since rock’n’roll was wore bobby socks. (Apparently, Bobbysocks were a 1980s Norwegian band who entered Eurovision.) This week, Andrew and Sam take this week as their opportunity to explore, this week, the

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