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Sidetracked with Annie and Nick

For music and pop culture lovers looking for an authentic and light-hearted take on the week in music... with broadcasters and music fanatics Annie Macmanus and Nick Grimshaw.

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38:09

Ed Sheeran Writes to the Prime Minister, Sober Gigs...

Sidetracked with Annie and Nick ·

2025/03/27

Ed Sheeran is calling for more funding for music education in the UK – what are Annie and Nick’s memories of music at school? Elsewhere, Little Simz is suing Inflo over unpaid debts, and Miami has renamed streets after musicians who’ve shaped the music scene. Plus, Annie’s found the perfect album to write to, Nick’s mum is a bit confused about the 6 Music Festival Line-up, and listener gets in touch about the joy of sober gigs. Get in touch with Annie and Nick! If you’re over 16 WhatsApp 079700

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40:10

Stevie Wonder, Frank Ocean’s Tease and Beef with the...

Sidetracked with Annie and Nick ·

2025/03/20

It’s been a big week for new music with releases from HAIM, Chappell Roan and Bon Iver – but the most important takeaway, is Frank Ocean's tease for real? Elsewhere, as the post-St Patrick’s Day delirium sets in, Annie and Nick work out a plan to see Stevie Wonder on his UK tour. Plus, Sidetracked has been knocked off the top of the music podcast charts by King Charles and his love of ‘The Loco-Motion', Nick has a starring role in the new JADE video and a 191-track playlist made by Aphex Twin

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40:45

Doechii’s Rise and Rise, Imogen Heap and AI in Music

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2025/03/13

What role should AI play in music? Recording artist and technologist Imogen Heap joins Annie and Nick to discuss how AI is currently being used in the music industry, what the future might look like and what artists can do to take back control. Elsewhere, Doechii’s star continues to rise with more new music and an onstage collaboration with Lauryn Hill. Plus, the Red Bull Culture Clash is back, Lady Gaga’s new album is better than everyone thought it would be and why Roy Ayers was the master of

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18:38

Glastonbury 2025 Lineup Announcement

Sidetracked with Annie and Nick ·

2025/03/06

Sound the Glastonbury siren as Annie and Nick react to the lineup for this year’s festival. Has Charli XCX been booked for the right stage? What sort of crowd will Olivia Rodrigo pull? Why is Busta Rhymes one of the most exciting names on the poster? Plus, they share exclusive details on who will be playing on which stage across the weekend.

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48:19

Sidetracked with James Blake

Sidetracked with Annie and Nick ·

2025/03/06

Annie and Nick are joined by James Blake to discuss the week in music. He’s a Grammy award winning singer and producer, who’s worked with everyone from Kendrick Lamar to Beyoncé and last year, he walked away from his record deal to become an independent artist. After last week’s depressing look into the state of British music, does James have some solutions? Elsewhere, inspired by Chrissie Hynde sharing her thoughts on what’s cool and uncool, James thinks we should call time on making fun of

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30:32

The BRITs According to Sidetracked

Sidetracked with Annie and Nick ·

2025/03/02

Recorded in the back of a cab on the way from The O2 to an afterparty, Nick and CMAT have all the goss from this year’s BRIT Awards.

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43:26

Rihanna Rumours, AI Kate Bush, and Lola Young Gets in...

Sidetracked with Annie and Nick ·

2025/02/27

Do the charts have the same relevance they once did? Annie and Nick discuss the potential reasons why there are no UK artists in the annual global top 10 for the first time since 2003. Elsewhere, Kate Bush is one of a thousand musicians behind a silent album to protest the government's proposed changes to copyright law. Should we be worried about artists having their identities stolen, or should we embrace change? Plus, Rihanna is set to release new music but it won’t be “radio digestible”, Lola

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43:52

Sidetracked with Kelly Lee Owens

Sidetracked with Annie and Nick ·

2025/02/20

Electronic music is more popular than ever before but is the government doing enough to support its continued growth? Singer and producer Kelly Lee Owens joins Nick to discuss her relationship with the genre, the role of small venues in sustaining club culture and what the future holds for DJs. Elsewhere, Chappell Roan’s call to action has been heard by UMG as they announce a new mental health fund. Plus, mums at raves, Kneecap at the Baftas and Madonna fangirling continues. Get in touch with Annie

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42:43

Sidetracked with Mahalia

Sidetracked with Annie and Nick ·

2025/02/13

What is the reality of signing a record deal? With 13 years of skin in the game, Mahalia joins Annie to discuss Chappell Roan’s Grammy speech, the power of putting her money where her mouth is, and the measures labels should be taking to protect their artists. Elsewhere, Kendrick Lamar’s halftime show was a display of intelligence and artistry – and marked the return of bootcut jeans. Plus, Elton John’s collaborative style, working with Stormzy and what is the ultimate love song? Get in touch with

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26:55

The Decline of Bands, Underrated Artists and Music’s...

Sidetracked with Annie and Nick ·

2025/02/06

How has music influenced fashion, which gigs would you go back in time to see and where have all the bands gone? Annie and Nick answer your questions. Plus, is ‘Eusexua’ the perfect presidential walk-on song? SONGS Sylvester – You Make Me Feel (Mighty Real) Patrice Rushen – Forget Me Nots Patrice Rushen – Haven't You Heard? Gwen McCrae – Keep the Fire Burning Lola Young – Messy Ricky Desktop – The Chicken Wing Beat D:Ream – Things Can Only Get Better Fontaines D.C. – I Love You

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37:19

Central Cee v Aitch, WAP For Dads and the Benefits of...

Sidetracked with Annie and Nick ·

2025/01/30

Why does seeing live music give you a natural endorphin hit? Annie and Nick discuss the collective experience of going to a gig and why the benefits are essential to our human experience. Elsewhere, Gracie Abrams fans have started a petition to remove support act Dora Jar from her European tour, but what does it say about fan entitlement? Plus, Bruno Mars and Sexyy Red have made WAP for dads, Central Cee and Aitch have brought rap beef to the UK and Eusexua, Mesexua – the standout moments from FKA

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15:09

BRIT Awards Nominations

Sidetracked with Annie and Nick ·

2025/01/23

From Charli XCX and Ezra Collective to The Cure and Dua Lipa – this year’s BRIT Awards nominations have been revealed. In this bonus episode, Annie and Nick share their predictions, unpack the biggest takeaways and explore why the BRITs still matter in 2025.Get in touch with Annie and Nick! If you’re over 16, WhatsApp 079700 82700 or email sidetracked@bbc.co.uk

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32:28

Bob Dylan’s Defiance, Rap Beef Goes to Court and...

Sidetracked with Annie and Nick ·

2025/01/23

What do Timothée Chalamet, Spandau Ballet and peanut butter sandwiches all have in common? Annie and Nick debrief their trip to the premiere of A Complete Unknown, including the sense of defiance that defines Bob Dylan’s musical legacy and whether artists like Chappell Roan embody that quality today. Elsewhere, Drake is taking his rap beef with Kendrick to court – but what impact will this have on the culture of diss tracks? Plus, the musical highlights (and lowlights) from Trump’s inauguration, the

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38:43

Bad Bunny, Ethel Cain and the Role of a Music Supervisor

Sidetracked with Annie and Nick ·

2025/01/16

Ever wondered how the songs are picked to soundtrack your favourite television shows? Music supervisor, Ciara Elwis, joins Annie and Nick to talk about working with PJ Harvey, curating endless playlists and the lengths she’s gone to to get a song cleared. Elsewhere, it’s been a good week for new music - Ethel Cain’s new album has prompted both confusion and admiration while Bad Bunny’s has made the whole world cry. Plus, Mac Miller has a new posthumous release, the government are proposing a cap on

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39:05

Doechii, SZA’s Potential Rebrand and Who Picks Music...

Sidetracked with Annie and Nick ·

2025/01/09

As she continues her meteoric rise to fame, Annie and Nick share why Doechii should be your new favourite artist. Elsewhere, The Traitor’s has returned to our screens along with its iconic soundtrack – but who chooses the songs? Plus, we officially have our first Glastonbury headliner for 2025, SZA might be solely making children’s music from now on and Nick’s losing faith in Rihanna ever releasing new music.Get in touch with Annie and Nick! If you’re over 16, WhatsApp 079700 82700 or email

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26:04

New Year... New Madonna, Glastonbury Predictions and...

Sidetracked with Annie and Nick ·

2025/01/02

From hotly tipped artists to unmissable live music moments - Annie, Nick and BBC News Correspondent Mark Savage look forward to 2025’s musical offerings, including the return of both Oasis and (hopefully) Madonna. Elsewhere, America is facing a ban on TikTok – but what impact could that have on the wider music industry? Plus, the rise and rise of Doechii, the changing sound of pop music and more Glastonbury predictions. Get in touch with Annie and Nick! If you’re over 16 WhatsApp 079700 82700 or

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29:47

Best Guests of 2024

Sidetracked with Annie and Nick ·

2024/12/26

Annie and Nick reflect on some of their favourite moments with Sidetracked guest co-hosts, from Charli XCX defining Brat for the first time to Robert Smith revealing his genius music filing system. Or what about the time JADE revealed her most awkward onstage crisis? Plus, CMAT’s strong takedown of the Country music industry, SELF ESTEEM’s notes app entries and Kylie’s clubbing stories.Get in touch with Annie and Nick! If you’re over 16 WhatsApp 079700 82700 or email sidetracked@bbc.co.uk

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44:36

Sidetracked with Robert Smith

Sidetracked with Annie and Nick ·

2024/12/19

Annie and Nick are joined by Robert Smith to review the year in music. He’s the lead singer of The Cure, one of the UK’s most influential bands ever - they’ve headlined Glastonbury 4 times, sold over 35 million albums, and their 2024 album, Songs of a Lost World, was one of the most talked about records on Sidetracked this year. 2024 was the year of the pop girlies, with Charli XCX and Chappell Roan dominating the charts and the discourse – Annie and Nick ask Robert what he thinks of it all. And

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51:29

Sidetracked by Christmas

Sidetracked with Annie and Nick ·

2024/12/12

For Sidetracked’s first ever Christmas party, Annie and Nick are joined by singer SELF ESTEEM, Ezra Collective’s Femi Koleoso, comedian Joanne McNally and BBC Music Correspondent Mark Savage, at their favourite Irish pub.With the festive season in full swing, Annie and Nick ask their guests why music and Christmas are so intrinsically linked. And although it’s full of joy, why does Christmas music have the power to make people feel devastatingly sad? Plus, Femi plays the piano in public for the

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34:28

Kneecap, The Brat Tour and Low Carbon Gigging

Sidetracked with Annie and Nick ·

2024/12/05

As Kneecap win their discrimination case against the UK government, Annie and Nick discuss the relationship between music and politics – but how much freedom do artists really have? Elsewhere, Massive Attack are leading the charge on low carbon gigging and demonstrating how live music can become more sustainable. Plus, Liam Gallagher’s plaque has gone missing from Lidl, Solange might have new music on the horizon and how brat was Charli XCX’s Brat tour?

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