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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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18:05

Remixed: Sleeper - Jon Stewart

the indie alternative with chris olden ·

2025/10/28

Jon Stewart of Sleeper joins me for this REMIXED edition of the Indie Alternative Podcast. This re-edited version focuses on the music and the story behind the band.If you are curious to hear the full original versions - unedited and in all their glory - you can dive into the full back catalogue anytime. 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

17:49

Remixed: Echobelly - Glenn Johansson

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2025/10/20

Glenn Johansson of Echobelly joins me for this REMIXED edition of the Indie Alternative Podcast. This re-edited version focuses on the music and the story behind the band.If you are curious to hear the full original versions - unedited and in all their glory - you can dive into the full back catalogue anytime. 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

23:19

Remixed: Gene - Matt James

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2025/10/06

Matt James of Gene joins me for this REMIXED edition of the Indie Alternative Podcast. This re-edited version focuses on the music and the story behind the band.If you are curious to hear the full original versions - unedited and in all their glory - you can dive into the full back catalogue anytime. 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

19:20

Remixed: Shed Seven - Rick Witter

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2025/09/29

Rick Witter joins me for this REMIXED edition of the Indie Alternative Podcast. This re-edited version focuses on the music and the story behind the band.If you are curious to hear the full original versions - unedited and in all their glory - you can dive into the full back catalogue anytime. 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

19:06

Remixed: Lush - Miki Berenyi

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2025/09/24

Miki Berenyi joins me for the first REMIXED edition of the Indie Alternative Podcast. This re-edited version focuses on the music and the story behind the band. If you are curious to hear the full original versions - unedited and in all their glory - you can dive into the full back catalogue anytime. 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

32:51

Nigel Clark - Dodgy

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2024/09/21

In this episode, we have the pleasure of chatting with Nigel Clark, the talented singer, songwriter, and frontman of the band Dodgy. Nigel takes us behind the scenes of his songwriting the challenges and joys of writing music, and how his approach to songwriting has evolved over the years. We also explore his solo projects and the creative journey that continues to drive his passion for music.As always, thank you so much for your support! If you would like to contribute financially to help keep

26:57

Ulysses Wells

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2024/09/10

In this episode, we sit down with the incredibly talented singer-songwriter Ulysses Wells. We dive into his musical journey, creative process, and the inspirations behind his unique sound. Ulysses shares insights into his work so far and his plans for the future! Check out Ulysses work here; links to listen Intagram 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

29:58

Paul Linehan - The Frank and Walters

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2024/08/22

On this episode Paul Linehan joins me from The Frank and Walters.Hailing from Cork, Ireland, The Frank and Walters have been a staple in the alternative rock scene since the early '90s Paul shares anecdotes from the band’s early days in Cork, including their first gigs / recordings and the local music scene. as well as news on some upcoming shows and new material. 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

42:21

Neil Collins Author of International Velvet

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2024/08/10

Welcome Back!In this episode, we chat with Neil Collins, the author of “International Velvet,” a compelling dive into the Welsh indie scene of the 1990s. Neil takes us on a nostalgic journey through the vibrant music culture of the era, sharing insights into the bands, the music, and the cultural impact that defined a generation. Links to buy the book are below: Neil Collins | Linktree Neil Collins on Twitter Neil on Insta As always, thank you so much for your support! If you would like to

48:43

Unbelievable Truth - Andy Yorke and Nigel Powell

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2022/11/11

Welcome to another episode!This week Andy Yorke and Nigel Powell of Unbelievable Truth join me to discuss the bands influences, their song writing process, getting signed and loads more. Unbelievable truth were such an influence on my own music so this was an absolute joy. You can follow Andy and Nigel on twitter below (while its still here) Andy Nigel 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

37:04

The Montrose Avenue - Paul Williams & Matt Everitt

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2022/10/28

This episode Paul Williams and Matt Everitt join me to talk about The Montrose Avenue and the Demon re-issue of their debut album Thirty Days Out. Paul and Matt share anecdotes from the bands time in Japan, the recording and writing of the album and their influences. I had a lot of fun recording this one and both were very generous with their time. You can pick up a copy of the re-issue on vinyl here; Demon.com Paul and Matt on Twitter; Paul Matt As always, thank you so much for your support! If

26:07

Ryan Kershaw

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2022/10/16

In the first of what I hope to be 'showcase' episodes of the podcast. I'm delighted to be joined by Ryan Kershaw. We talk about his musical journey so far and his musical influences. Ryan has his debut single out next month (November 4th) with an album due in January. Make sure you follow Ryan on the socials and you can pre-order his music below! Vinyl preorder available from www.ryankershaw.com As always, thank you so much for your support! If you would like to contribute financially to help

23:35

BIS - Manda Rin & Sci-Fi Steven

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2022/10/06

This episode Amanda and Steven of BIS join me to talk about their 5th studio album 'Systems Music for Home Defense' and the upcoming tour. They shed light on the recording and writing process and loads more! For the tour dates and album details hit the link below! bisnation.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

32:14

James Walsh - Starsailor

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2022/09/29

On this episode I'm delighted to be joined by James Walsh. James talks about the recent 20 year anniversary tour of their debut album Love is Here, his formative years, song writing process and forthcoming new material. I really enjoyed talking with with james who was very generous with his time. Keep up to date with Starsailor and James's solo news here. starsailorband.co.uk jameswalshofficial As always, thank you so much for your support! If you would like to contribute financially to help keep

32:42

CUD - Will Potter

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2022/09/22

Welcome back! On this episode I was delighted to speak again to Will Potter of CUD. Will talked about the forthcoming 30 year anniversary tour of Asquarius, how the band were formed, musical influences and the writing process of their new material. I had a great time catching up with Will again and it was great to get the low down on whats next for Martin Bland and Geezer! Here are links to the bands website where you can get tickets to for the tour and the hear about forthcoming releases. CUD -

34:34

Alex White - The Electric Soft Parade

the indie alternative with chris olden ·

2022/08/20

On the episode I'm joined by Alex White one half of Brighton's The Electric Soft Parade. Alex provides an insight into the bands early influences, their rise to fame and their writing and recording process. 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

24:52

Mike Heaton - Embrace

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2022/08/03

Hey All! On this episode I had a great chat with Mike Heaton of Embrace. Mike talks about the writing and recording of their upcoming new album 'How to be a person like other people' which is released at the end of the month and the upcoming tour. Mike also shares his musical influences and hair metal days! Details of the album and upcoming tour can be found here; embrace.co.uk As always, thank you so much for your support! If you would like to contribute financially to help keep things ticking

35:59

Paul Laird. Author of The Birth and Impact of Britpop

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2022/06/30

Welcome back! on this episode I have a fascinating chat with Paul Laird whose new book The Birth and Impact of Britpop explores this musical phenomenon in a refreshing and personal way. Paul marries his encyclopedic knowledge of music with some very frank, introspective observations and anecdotes. If you are a lover of the era and books on the well known, and not so well known artists that inhabited it, then you really should check it out. Here is a link to the book

35:13

David Gedge - The Wedding Present

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2022/04/08

This episode I'm joined by David Gedge of The Wedding Present. David talks to me about his musical influences, his song writing process, the continuation of the Sea Monsters 30th anniversary tour and lots more. Really enjoyed this one, links to the website are below. scopitones.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 coffee And you can follow

40:47

Michele Stodart

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2022/04/01

This episode Michele Stodart joins me to talk about her early musical influences, how she approaches song writing, collaborations and lots more. Really enjoyed this one. Please do check out Michele's solo work. Links to her patreon and socials are below! www.patreon.com/michelestodart michele-stodart.bandcamp.com twitter.com/MicheleStodart www.facebook.com/MicheleStodart As always, thank you so much for your support! If you would like to contribute financially to help keep things ticking along,

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