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Sounds with Simon Tesler

Music history comes alive. Forgotten favourites & undiscovered gems from the rock, soul & reggae archive and some of the stories behind the songs, with Simon Tesler, former publisher and editor of 1980s music, media and pop culture magazine BLITZ.

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57:47

Sounds with Simon Tesler: Tribute (Part 1)

Sounds with Simon Tesler ·

2026/03/25

More forgotten favourites and undiscovered gems from the Rock, Soul & Reggae Archive, and some of the music history behind them from Simon Tesler. This week's theme is TRIBUTE! We're honouring specific people both living and dead or even just great songs with 20 fantastic tracks. In Part One: Tribute by Tenacious D, Jackie Wilson Said by Van Morrison, Geno by Dexys Midnight Runners, Frederick by Patti Smith Band, Rosanna by Toto, Clint Eastwood by Gorillaz, Kylie Said To Jason by The

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57:39

Sounds with Simon Tesler: Kiss Me! (Part 1)

Sounds with Simon Tesler ·

2026/03/19

More forgotten favourites and undiscovered gems from the Rock, Soul & Reggae Archive, and some of the music history behind them from Simon Tesler. The theme this week is KISS ME! Pucker up for more than 20 great songs on topic of love and kisses! In Part One: Love Love Love by Pere Ubu, Jus 1 Kiss by Basement Jaxx, One Kiss by Calvin Harris x Dua Lipa, Kiss Me by Stephen Tintin Duffy, French Kissin' by Debbie Harry, Love Song by Sara Bareilles, I Kissed A Girl by Katy Perry, The Shoop

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57:42

Sounds with Simon Tesler: Kiss Me! (Part 2)

Sounds with Simon Tesler ·

2026/03/18

More forgotten favourites and undiscovered gems from the Rock, Soul & Reggae Archive, and some of the music history behind them from Simon Tesler. The theme this week is KISS ME! Pucker up for more than 20 great songs on topic of love and kisses! In Part Two: The Best Of My Love by The Emotions, Apple Juice Kissing by Deee-Lite, Now That We've Found Love by Third World, Kiss by Prince, Crazy In Love by Beyoncé ft Jay-Z, Your Love Is King by Sade, Love Is The Great Pretender by Animal

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56:37

Sounds with Simon Tesler: Covers (Part 2)

Sounds with Simon Tesler ·

2026/03/11

More forgotten favourites and undiscovered gems from the Rock, Soul & Reggae Archive, and some of the music history behind them from Simon Tesler. The theme this week is COVERS. We have 22 brilliant examples of reinterpretation and reinvention. In Part Two: Fanfare For The Common Man by Emerson Lake & Palmer, Comfortably Numb by Scissor Sisters, Little Sister by Ry Cooder, Hounds Of Love by The Futureheads, Warm Leatherette by Grace Jones, When Doves Cry by Patti Smith, Free Money

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57:46

Sounds with Simon Tesler: Covers (Part 1)

Sounds with Simon Tesler ·

2026/03/11

More forgotten favourites and undiscovered gems from the Rock, Soul & Reggae Archive, and some of the music history behind them from Simon Tesler. The theme this week is COVERS. We have 22 brilliant examples of reinterpretation and reinvention. In Part One: Take Me To River by Talking Heads, Higher Ground by The Red Hot Chili Peppers, Walk This Way by Run-DMC & Aerosmith, Respect by Aretha Franklin, Jolene by Beyoncé, I Put A Spell On You by Annie Lennox, Careless Whisper by Scott

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57:51

Sounds with Simon Tesler: Names (part 2)

Sounds with Simon Tesler ·

2026/03/04

More forgotten favourites and undiscovered gems from the Rock, Soul & Reggae Archive, and some of the music history behind them from former BLITZ magazine editor Simon Tesler. The theme this week is NAMES. I have 24 great tracks for you about Johns, Judys, Williams, Carolines and the rest. In Part Two: My Sharona by The Knack, Johnny & Mary by Robert Palmer, Making Plans For Nigel by XTC, Billy's Bag by Billy Preston, Jimmy Mack by Martha Reeves & The Vandellas, Brandy (You're

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57:32

Sounds with Simon Tesler: Names (part 1)

Sounds with Simon Tesler ·

2026/03/04

More forgotten favourites and undiscovered gems from the Rock, Soul & Reggae Archive, and some of the music history behind them from former BLITZ magazine editor Simon Tesler. The theme this week is NAMES. I have 24 great tracks for you about Johns, Judys, Williams, Carolines and the rest. In Part One: Sara by Fleetwood Mac, Worried About Ray by The Hoosiers, Michael by Franz Ferdinand, I Want Candy by The Bishops, Candy by Iggy Pop, Candy by Cameo, John I'm Only Dancing by David

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57:40

Sounds with Simon Tesler: Numbers (part 2)

Sounds with Simon Tesler ·

2026/02/25

More forgotten favourites and undiscovered gems from the Rock, Soul & Reggae Archive, and some of the music history behind them from former BLITZ magazine editor Simon Tesler. The theme this week is NUMBERS. You'll be out for the count with 24 great tracks... and not one of them begins "Ah 1-2, 1-2-3-4...." In Part Two: Numbers by Kraftwerk, One by Aimee Mann, One by the original cast of A Chorus Line, 54-46 That's My Number by Toots & The Maytals, Three Little Birds by Bob Marley,

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57:44

Sounds with Simon Tesler: Numbers (part 1)

Sounds with Simon Tesler ·

2026/02/25

More forgotten favourites and undiscovered gems from the Rock, Soul & Reggae Archive, and some of the music history behind them from former BLITZ magazine editor Simon Tesler. The theme this week is NUMBERS. You'll be out for the count with 24 great tracks... and not one of them begins "Ah 1-2, 1-2-3-4...." In Part One: Seven Nation Army by The White Stripes, Just Us Two by Teena Marie, Seven Wonders by Fleetwood Mac, 6 Underground by Sneaker Pimps, Three by Massive Attack, 1-2-3 by Len

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57:08

Sounds with Simon Tesler: Money (part 2)

Sounds with Simon Tesler ·

2026/02/18

More forgotten favourites and undiscovered gems from the Rock, Soul & Reggae Archive, and some of the music history behind them from former BLITZ magazine editor Simon Tesler. The theme this week is MONEY, with 26 tracks in all on the subject of Pounds, Shillings & Pence. In Part Two: Big Spender by Shirley Bassey, How To Be A Millionaire by ABC, Opportunities by Pet Shop Boys, Brass In Pocket by The Pretenders, Money's Too Tight To Mention by Simply Red, Pounds Shillings &

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57:03

Sounds with Simon Tesler: Money (part 1)

Sounds with Simon Tesler ·

2026/02/18

More forgotten favourites and undiscovered gems from the Rock, Soul & Reggae Archive, and some of the music history behind them from former BLITZ magazine editor Simon Tesler. The theme this week is MONEY, with 26 tracks in all on the subject of Pounds, Shillings & Pence. In Part One: Money For Nothing by Dire Straits, Money Changes Everything by Cyndi Lauper, Money Don't Matter 2 Night by Prince, I Need A Dollar by Aloe Blacc, Dirty Sexy Money by David Guetta & Afrojack, Take

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57:08

Sounds with Simon Tesler: Food (part 2)

Sounds with Simon Tesler ·

2026/02/11

More forgotten favourites and undiscovered gems from the Rock, Soul & Reggae Archive, and some of the music history behind them from former BLITZ magazine editor Simon Tesler. The theme this week is FOOD, with 26 tracks in all on the subject of education. In Part Two: Music For A Sushi Restaurant by Harry Styles, Honey by Moby, The Honey Thief by Hipsway, Just Like Honey by The Jesus & Mary Train, Memphis Soul Stew by King Curtis, Mother Popcorn by James Brown, Popcorn by Hot

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57:05

Sounds with Simon Tesler: Food (part 1)

Sounds with Simon Tesler ·

2026/02/11

More forgotten favourites and undiscovered gems from the Rock, Soul & Reggae Archive, and some of the music history behind them from former BLITZ magazine editor Simon Tesler. The theme this week is FOOD, with 26 tracks in all on the subject of education. In Part One: Peaches by The Stranglers, Peaches by The Presidents of The United States Of America, Chocolate by Kylie Minogue, Chocolate by The 1975, Tutti Frutti by Little Richard, Tutti Frutti by New Order, Breakfast In America by

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56:57

Sounds with Simon Tesler: School (part 2)

Sounds with Simon Tesler ·

2026/02/04

More forgotten favourites and undiscovered gems from the Rock, Soul & Reggae Archive, and some of the music history behind them from former BLITZ magazine editor Simon Tesler. The theme this week is SCHOOL, with 23 tracks in all on the subject of education. In Part Two: Goodbye Mr A by The Hoosiers, The Eton Rifles by The Jam, Birth School Work Death by The Godfathers, Hot For Teacher by Van Halen, School Days by AC/DC, School by Nirvana, Homework by Fleetwood Mac, To Sir With Love by

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56:58

Sounds with Simon Tesler: School (part 1)

Sounds with Simon Tesler ·

2026/02/04

More forgotten favourites and undiscovered gems from the Rock, Soul & Reggae Archive, and some of the music history behind them from former BLITZ magazine editor Simon Tesler. The theme this week is SCHOOL, with 23 tracks in all on the subject of education. In Part One: Another Brick In The Wall by Pink Floyd, Proper Education by Eric Prydz vs Floyd, School's Out by Alice Cooper, School Days by The Runaways, Rock & Roll High School by The Ramones, Don't Stand So Close To Me by The

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57:04

Sounds with Simon Tesler: Weather

Sounds with Simon Tesler ·

2026/01/28

More forgotten favourites and undiscovered gems from the Rock, Soul & Reggae Archive, and some of the music history behind them from former BLITZ magazine editor Simon Tesler. The theme this week is WEATHER. Sunshine, storms, fog and lots and lots of rain... just what you'd expect from the UK! Full track list is Sometimes by James, Sunshine & Chocolate by Semisonic, Sunshine On A Rainy Day by Zoe, Weather With You by Crowded House, I Can't Stand The Rain by Tina Turner, Whistle Down

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57:12

Sounds with Simon Tesler: Words

Sounds with Simon Tesler ·

2026/01/21

More forgotten favourites and undiscovered gems from the Rock, Soul & Reggae Archive, and some of the music history behind them from former BLITZ magazine editor Simon Tesler. The theme this week is WORDS! I have 12 great tracks with alphabetical associations for you... Full track list is Wordy Rappinghood by Tom Tom Club, Word Up by Cameo, Don't Believe A Word by Thin Lizzy, Four Letters by The Donkeys, Passion Is No Ordinary Word by Graham Parker, One Word by Brian Eno & John

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57:10

Sounds with Simon Tesler: Space

Sounds with Simon Tesler ·

2026/01/14

More forgotten favourites and undiscovered gems from the Rock, Soul & Reggae Archive, and some of the music history behind them from former BLITZ magazine editor Simon Tesler. The theme this week is SPACE: a collection of tracks all with an interplanetary theme! Full track list is Planet Earth by Duran Duran; Another Girl Another Planet by The Only Ones, The Killing Moon by Echo & The Bunnymen, Blue Moon by Bobby Blue Bland, Bad Moon Rising by Creedence Clearwater Revival; Space

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57:10

Sounds with Simon Tesler: Animals

Sounds with Simon Tesler ·

2026/01/07

More forgotten favourites and undiscovered gems from the Rock, Soul & Reggae Archive, and some of the music history behind them from former BLITZ magazine editor Simon Tesler. The theme this week is ANIMALS! Cats and horses, a white rabbit, some snakes and even a monkey or two. We'll hear from Kate Bush, Tom Jones, Squeeze, Patti Smith and many more, but first some dogs... Full track list is Tracking The Dog by Screaming Blue Messiahs, Dog Eat Dog by Adam & The Ants, What's New

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57:06

Sounds with Simon Tesler: In Memoriam

Sounds with Simon Tesler ·

2025/12/31

More forgotten favourites and undiscovered gems from the Rock, Soul & Reggae Archive, and some of the music history behind them from former BLITZ magazine editor Simon Tesler. This week's theme is IN MEMORIAM, celebrating a few of the musicians who left us during the last three months of 2025 to join that Great Gig In The Sky, including Chris Rea, Jimmy Cliff, Mani Mounfield and many more. Full track listing is Heaven Must Be Missing An Angel by Tavares (with Antone Chubby Tavares b

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