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“Lived Through That” is the companion podcast to my book where I look at influential musicians of the 80s and 90s and where they are today. On this podcast, we'll delve deeper into a single pivotal moment in the lives of some of the artists I feature in that book, as well as other artists I love and admire. The stories they tell are open, honest, and inspiring. This week I'm pleased to have part two of my talk with Colin Moulding from XTC. In this episode, we talk about the post-XTC career and his solo material with Terry Chambers. Musical credits: "Thoughtless" by Blue Dot Sessions. "Scatter Me" from TC&I - which can be purchased here. "The Hardest Battle" from Colin Moulding, which can be purhased here. Be sure to look out for my books, "Lived Through That" and "80s Redux" where ever you buy your books! You can find out more about my work and the 80s and 90s books at my website here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In the second of a special two-part edition of What Do You Call That Noise? The XTC Podcast, supporters on Patreon ask questions they had always wanted Andy Partridge to answer that he never gets asked. The challenge was to come up with questions that would surprise, delight and generally intrigue the XTC frontman. They do not disappoint! The results take us on a fascinating journey from the Beatles to broccoli, from Fireball XL5 to The Last Balloon – and beyond. Music from Chris Badley and Foolish Men. What Do You Call That Noise? An XTC Discovery Book available from www.xtclimelight.com If you've enjoyed What Do You Call That Noise? The XTC Podcast, please show your support at https://www.patreon.com/markfisher Thanks to the Pink Things, Humble Daisies and Knights in Shining Karma who've done the same. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
“Lived Through That” is the companion podcast to my book where I look at influential musicians of the 80s and 90s and where they are today. On this podcast, we'll delve deeper into a single pivotal moment in the lives of some of the artists I feature in that book, as well as other artists I love and admire. The stories they tell are open, honest, and inspiring. This week I'm pleased to have Colin Moulding from one of my favorite bands, XTC, on the show. In this episode, he talks about the early days of the band and about the making of their 1986 masterpiece, "Skylarking." Musical credits: "Babble Babble Brook" by Blue Dot Sessions. Be sure to look out for my books, "Lived Through That" and "80s Redux" where ever you buy your books! You can find out more about my work and the 80s and 90s books at my website here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In the first of a special two-part edition of What Do You Call That Noise? The XTC Podcast, supporters on Patreon ask questions they had always wanted Andy Partridge to answer that he never gets asked. The challenge was to come up with questions that would surprise, delight and generally intrigue the XTC frontman. They do not disappoint! The results take us on a fascinating journey from the Beatles to broccoli, from Fireball XL5 to The Last Balloon – and beyond. Music from Terry Arnett and Planet Sunday. What Do You Call That Noise? An XTC Discovery Book available from www.xtclimelight.com If you've enjoyed What Do You Call That Noise? The XTC Podcast, please show your support at https://www.patreon.com/markfisher Thanks to the Pink Things, Humble Daisies and Knights in Shining Karma who've done the same. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Wanted to let you know that we're taking the last three weeks of August off, and we'll be back the Thursday after Labor Day, Sept. 5, all refreshed and ready with a new Caropop conversation. In the meantime, we encourage you to explore our back catalog. There are 145 episodes, after all.Have you listened to Ep. 102 with jazz-R&B pianist/singer/composer Patrice Rushen? How about Ep. 90 with Suzzy Roche of the Roches? Or Ep. 88 with Eddie “King” Roeser of Urge Overkill? Or Eps. 24 and 25 with, respectively, Colin Blunstone of the Zombies and Sam Phillips? Or Ep. 9 with legendary mastering engineer Bernie Grundman? How about one of the XTC episodes with Colin Moulding, Dave Gregory or Terry Chambers? You can find these and discover others at https://www.caropop.com/caropopcast or go to Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Producer Chris Cwiak and I wish you all a great end of summer, and we'll talk with you again soon. Thanks!
From handing a tape to John Peel to encouraging Colin Moulding to write songs, Steve Warren is a key part of the XTC story. In a fascinating interview, he recalls befriending Andy Partridge as a child, working as a roadie for the Helium Kidz and touring the world with XTC. Also in this episode, Gaz Barrett describes how he commissioned a mural of English Settlement in the centre of Swindon. Artist Dayna Baxter on Instagram Music from Garry Perkins on Soundcloud What Do You Call That Noise? An XTC Discovery Book available from www.xtclimelight.com If you've enjoyed What Do You Call That Noise? The XTC Podcast, please show your support at https://www.patreon.com/markfisher Thanks to the Pink Things, Humble Daisies and Knights in Shining Karma who've done the same. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
In South West England, in a town called Swindon, a group of disaffected youth would come together in the early 70s and create a body of songs over the next few decades whose indelible melodies and incisive lyrics would root themselves in your brain and never leave. Today's guest, Colin Moulding, shook off XTC's early affection for dissonance and composed their first breakthrough hit, “Making Plans for Nigel” - instantly becoming a worthy creative foil for the band's primary singer and songwriter, Andy Partridge. Colin's bass lines alone - serpentine, song-friendly but always memorable - would qualify him for the four string pantheon, but the fact that he has also crafted and sang some of the band's best-loved tunes makes him a unique triple threat. Speaking with us from his garden shed studio, Colin opines on everything from the band's circuitous route from touring act to studio wizards, their adventures with some of rock's best-known knob twiddlers, and his process for letting good musical ideas wash over him vs. forcing them out. XTC (https://open.spotify.com/artist/2qT62DYO8Ajb276vUJmvhz?si=2i_RljmPT7GW7PNw-9Yb8w) The Dukes of Stratosphear (https://open.spotify.com/artist/1ilhXoWIlGxz3fM4B24mNo?si=cujLrBZhQzmOeTy97OBJmw) TC&I (https://burningshed.com/artists/tcandi) Colin's recent solo release “The Hardest Battle” (https://burningshed.com/colin-moulding_the-hardest-battle_cd) XTC: This is Pop (2018) - Documentary trailer (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GjPenjuPZhM)
XTC fans were out in force at the Neo-Ancients festival in Stroud, Gloucestershire on Saturday 4 May 2024 when producer Hugh Padgham joined festival co-director Ben Wardle to talk about XTC's English Settlement. Your dedicated podcast host, Mark Fisher, was on hand with his trusty tape recorder to share it with you. Hugh talks about drunken jam sessions, Andy Partridge as a sumo wrestler and creating the flange effect on Jason and the Argonauts, as well as taking questions from the audience. Music courtesy of Knight in Shining Karma Robert Lawlor. What Do You Call That Noise? An XTC Discovery Book available from www.xtclimelight.com If you've enjoyed What Do You Call That Noise? The XTC Podcast, please show your support at https://www.patreon.com/markfisher Thanks to the Pink Things, Humble Daisies and Knights in Shining Karma who've done the same. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Live Through That is back for another season – and what a great season of stories we've got planned for you! I keep calling it our “Legends” season since we've got such an outstanding lineup of guests! Steve Diggle from The Buzzcocks, Gerald Casale from DEVO, Colin Moulding from XTC, Barry Andrews from Shreikback ,Steve Kilbey from The Church, David Newton from the Mighty Lemon Drops - and more surprises! New season launches on June 5th! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In the 50th episode of What Do You Call That Noise? The XTC Podcast, we go back to the formative years of XTC in the company of Ian Doeser and Lee Moulding. As well as being front man with the Hamsters from Hell, Ian was in Swindon's first punk band, the Aggravators, and has been sharing his memories of XTC and others in a book, A Big Fish in a Small Puddle. As well as being Ian's drummer, Lee has a lifetime of memories growing up as a child of XTC. Music courtesy of Beth Link. A Big Fish in a Small Puddle available on Amazon What Do You Call That Noise? An XTC Discovery Book available from www.xtclimelight.com If you've enjoyed What Do You Call That Noise? The XTC Podcast, please show your support at https://www.patreon.com/markfisher Thanks to the Pink Things, Humble Daisies and Knights in Shining Karma who've done the same. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
To celebrate the 25th anniversary of XTC's landmark album Apple Venus Volume I, producer Haydn Bendall talks to What Do You Call That Noise? The XTC Podcast about the fraught recording sessions that nonetheless resulted in such majestic songs as River of Orchids, Easter Theatre and Greenman.“The songs were fabulous,” he says. “I loved the songs.”Fellow producer Guy Sigsworth joins Mark Fisher to ask the questions.The Real Numbers Haydn Bendall Guy Sigsworth What Do You Call That Noise? An XTC Discovery Book available from www.xtclimelight.com If you've enjoyed What Do You Call That Noise? The XTC Podcast, please show your support at https://www.patreon.com/markfisher Thanks to the Pink Things, Humble Daisies and Knights in Shining Karma who've done the same. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Bassist Colin Moulding wrote, played on and sang some of the XTC's greatest songs, including the breakthrough singles “Life Begins at the Hop” and “Making Plans for Nigel” plus “Ten Feet Tall,” “Generals and Majors,” “Runaways,” “Ball and Chain,” “Wonderland” … and those are just in the period covered in Pt. 1 of this fun, insightful conversation. Speaking from his home outside Swindon, England, Moulding tells of his musical beginnings; his and the band's evolutionary leap when guitarist Dave Gregory joined for Drums and Wires; the weird vibes as Moulding, and not primary singer-songwriter Andy Partridge, was writing the band's early hits; his reaction to the abrupt end of XTC's touring days; the jaw-dropping moment when drummer Terry Chambers quit; the joyous psychedelic side project, the Dukes of Stratosphear; and that time David Gilmour asked him to replace Roger Waters in Pink Floyd.
What's your most loved and least favorite song on XTC's Oranges & Lemons album?! In the middle of our so-called hiatus, Jim again chose to rank Swindon's finest by selecting their fine 11th export. We were graced by not one but two guest rankers who witnessed the band recording the album in Los Angeles: Mike Keneally, a former Frank Zappa guitarist who played guitar on one of the album's outtakes and Gary Helsinger, the Green Jello singer and then-Tower Records employee who got to hang with the band at Summa Studios and KROQ's studios during this era. Listen at WeWillRankYouPod.com, Apple, Spotify and your favorite garden of podcast delights. Follow us and weigh in with your favorites on Facebook, Instagram & Threads and Twitter @wewillrankyoupod . Acoustic tour, Across This Antheap, AGAIN?! The Beatles, Boy George, bridge, David Byrne, Chalkhills and Children, Elvis Costello, Cynical Days, Depeche Mode, Dukes of Stratosphear, ecstasy, eighties, fake horns, Paul Fox, Garden of Earthly Delights, Green Jello, Green Jelly, Dave Gregory, Happy Families, Gary Helsinger, Here Comes President Kill Again, Hold Me My Daddy, Mark Isham, Jellyfish, Mike Keneally, King for a Day, KROQ, Jim Laspesa, Love on a Farmboy's Wages, The Loving, Pat Mastelotto, Mayor of Simpleton, Merely a Man, Miniature Sun, Mister Mister, Colin Moulding, musical masturbation, new wave, Ocean Way Studios, Oingo Boingo, One of the Millions, Oranges & Lemons, Andy Partridge, Pink Thing, Poor Skeleton Steps Out, psychedelic rock, Scarecrow People, Science Friction, She's Having A Baby, shillings, sixties, Skylarking, sophisti-pop, Take This Town, They Might Be Giants, Tower Records Sunset, XTC, Frank Zappa, 1989. US: http://www.WeWillRankYouPod.com wewillrankyoupod@gmail.comhttp://www.facebook.com/WeWillRankYouPodhttp://www.instagram.com/WeWillRankYouPodhttps://www.threads.net/@WeWillRankYouPodhttp://www.twitter.com/WeWillRankYouPo http://www.YourOlderBrother.com(Sam's music page) http://www.YerDoinGreat.com (Adam's music page)https://open.spotify.com/user/dancecarbuzz (Dan's playlists)
Peter Pumpkinhead proclaims that "Any kind of love is alright" and gets nailed to a chunk of wood for saying so. What does that tell us about XTC's attitude to love and human relationships? In particular, how welcoming does this heterosexual band seem to those who aren't heterosexual themselves? This episode of What Do You Call That Noise? The XTC Podcast looks at XTC from an LGBTQI+ perspective. Guest host Darryl Bullock is joined by Keeley Moss, Tim Kendrick and Soizic De St John Rosse to talk about everything from The Loving to Towers of London. Music by Tim Pike and Slowrush. Darryl Bullock Keeley 2025 XTC Fans Festival, Friday 20–Sunday 22 June 2025 Slowrush What Do You Call That Noise? An XTC Discovery Book available from www.xtclimelight.com If you've enjoyed What Do You Call That Noise? The XTC Podcast, please show your support at https://www.patreon.com/markfisher Thanks to the Pink Things, Humble Daisies and Knights in Shining Karma who've done the same. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
The 3 Clubmen is a project comprised of Andy Partridge of the legendary English rock band XTC, Jen Olive and Stu Rowe . They released their eponymous debut EP on June 30, 2023 on Burning Shed Records. The first taste is "Aviatrix," an avant-pop delight offering a strange, seductive blend of experimental pop, jazz and sci-fi cinema excellence.Best known as co-founder of XTC, Andy Partridge is known as the “godfather of Britpop". His most recent solo releases include 'My Failed Songwriting Career, Volumes 1 & 2'. Apart from various XTC re-releases, he also released the 'Planet England' EP with Robyn Hitchcock, the 'Powers' collection of sound pieces, and the 'Gonwards' album with Peter Blegvad, in addition to writing songs for The Monkees, Miles Kane and others.Native to Los Angeles, musician-songwriter Jen Olive has a series of albums to her name, in addition to writing and recording for A&M Records and contributing music to various American Film Institute projects. Her latest solo release was 2022's Stu Rowe-produced single "Two Futures." A key player on Swindon's music scene, Stu Rowe has supported many artists as a guitarist, bassist and producer. Apart from Andy Patridge and Jen Olive, these include Shriekback (Barry Andrews), Paul Weller, Colin Moulding, Future Sound of London (The Amorphous Androgynous), and so much more. https://burningshed.comWatch the interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/f-ZVcUvvCRM?si=SRt8OJdP7y47TSWNPlaylist and podcast: https://djnocturna.com QUEEN OF WANDS with DJ Nocturna Every Saturday on ModSnap Radio KMOD: San Antonio 2pm (HST), 5pm (PST), 6pm (MST), 7pm (CST), 8pm (EST)Listen : http://modsnapradio.com
Keyboardist Barry Andrews was out and new guitarist Dave Gregory came onboard for XTC's 3rd album, Drums And Wires, as the band's sound palette expanded. Written & sung by bassist Colin Moulding, "Making Plans For Nigel" became XTC's first big hit. This episode, we explore the production, performance and the origin of this XTC classic. "Making Plans For Nigel" (Colin Moulding) Copyright 1979 EMI Virgin Records Ltd Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Keyboardist Barry Andrews was out and new guitarist Dave Gregory came onboard for XTC's 3rd album, Drums And Wires, as the band's sound palette expanded. Written & sung by bassist Colin Moulding, "Making Plans For Nigel" became XTC's first big hit. This episode, we explore the production, performance and the origin of this XTC classic. "Making Plans For Nigel" (Colin Moulding) Copyright 1979 EMI Virgin Records Ltd — This show is one of many great music-related podcasts on the Pantheon network. You should check them out! And remember to follow this show, so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's the music we've been awaiting for a decade – and now it's out! Stu Rowe, Jen Olive and Andy Partridge have gone public with The 3 Clubmen and their very wonderful eponymous four-track EP is released at the end of June. But with three such gifted musicians to choose from, what's a humble podcaster to do? There can be only one answer: three weekly podcasts!In the first episode, Stu Rowe talks about working with XTC's Andy Partridge, Colin Moulding, Terry Chambers, Barry Andrews and Dave Gregory, as well as Jen Olive and most musicians in Swindon.The 3 Clubmen EP is released 30 June 2023 and available from Burning Shed https://burningshed.com/the-3-clubmen_the-3-clubmen-ep_cd The 3 Clubmen https://www.facebook.com/the3clubmen Stu Rowe https://www.facebook.com/stu.rowe.3 Jen Olive https://www.facebook.com/jen.olive.5 Andy Partridge's Ape House on Burning Shed https://burningshed.com/store/ape Music courtesy of Joel Bell https://soundcloud.com/joel-bell-4/sets/limelight-fuzzy-warbles-for-mark-f What Do You Call That Noise? An XTC Discovery Book available from www.xtclimelight.com If you've enjoyed What Do You Call That Noise? The XTC Podcast, please show your support at https://www.patreon.com/markfisher Thanks to the Pink Things, Humble Daisies and Knights in Shining Karma who've done the same. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Oh we do like to be beside the B-sides. In this month's episode of What Do You Call That Noise? The XTC Podcast, Mia Rankin, Ashley LeCron, Crawford Blair and Mark Fisher pick their favourite non-album songs , ranging from She's So Square to The World Is Full of Angry Young Men. Music provided by Jeff Nicholson. The episode was inspired by Mia's ranking of all XTC B-sides on her Dead Letter Offices substack What Do You Call That Noise? An XTC Discovery Book available from www.xtclimelight.com If you've enjoyed What Do You Call That Noise? The XTC Podcast, please show your support at https://www.patreon.com/markfisher Thanks to the Pink Things, Humble Daisies and Knights in Shining Karma who've done the same. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
XTC is dead, long live EXTC! Even though the great XTC is no more, original drummer Terry Chambers is taking that memorable music on the road with his new band EXTC. With the blessing of the other members of XTC, fans are getting their dose with Terry and his great band. (And if that's not enough, EXTC is planning on writing and recording new music!)You can check out Terry and EXTC live right now. For tour dates and more information, check out their website.
In the second of a two-part conversation for What Do You Call That Noise? The XTC Podcast, five fans, journalists and photographers recall what it was like to witness XTC explode onto the scene. On 20 January 1978, XTC released their debut album, White Music, setting our radios in motion for the next 45 years. Tony Mitchell, editorial staffer on Sounds, followed XTC to Hamburg, Amsterdam and Japan. Photographer Jill Furmanovsky was on the same trip to Hamburg in 1978 and subsequent publicity sessions. Beverley Glick, who wrote for Sounds under the name of Betty Page, joined XTC in New York in 1980. Paul Burgess and Andy Poulton were at school at Headlands in Swindon, where the caretaker was Colin Moulding's dad. Music by Warren Butson.XTC's White Music: 45 years on (part one) What Do You Call That Noise? An XTC Discovery Book available from www.xtclimelight.com If you've enjoyed What Do You Call That Noise? The XTC Podcast, please show your support at https://www.patreon.com/markfisher Thanks to the Pink Things, Humble Daisies and Knights in Shining Karma who've done the same. Paul BurgessThis Is Hardcore Warren ButsonHelter Skelter Jill FurmanovskyWebsite Rock Archive Swindon Works: XTC 1978 Hanging Around books Beverley GlickWebsite Tony MitchellWebsite Andy PoultonWebsite Sounds Clips Twitter ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Strap-in for this one, XTC fans: Record/Hot Sauce purveyor Kevin Chanel (Grooves Inspiralled Vinyl/El Enojado Hot Sauce) brings us a curious musical oddity called 'Take Away / The Lure of Salvage', the 1980 debut record by XTC frontman Andy Partridge a.k.a. Mr Partridge! Consisting basically of dub remixes/rewrites of tracks originally recorded by Partridge's band XTC - and Co-produced with John Leckie - it's a weirdly confounding, highly experimental slab that challenges at every turn. Songs featured in this episode: Meccanik Dancing (Peel Session), Dance With Me, Germany - XTC; Words From The Poster (Remix) - The Front; Big Train, Piss Bottle Man - Mike Watt; All My Friends Are Ghosts - Scared Of Chaka; Making Plans For Nigel, Battery Brides, A Dictionary Of Modern Marriage, Life Begins At The Hop - XTC; Commerciality - Andy Partridge; Refrigeration Blues - XTC The Day They Pulled The North Pole Down - Andy Partridge; Heatwave - XTC; The Forgotten Language Of Light - Andy Partridge; Millions - XTC; Kurt's Rejoinder - Brian Eno; Reel By Reel - XTC; Steam Fist Futurist, Shore Leave Ornithology (Another 1950) - Andy Partridge; Ornithology - Charlie Parker; Cairo - Andy Partridge; Penetration In The Centrefold - DEVO; Helicopter - XTC; The Rotery - Andy Partridge; Veteran's Day Poppy - Captain Beefheart And His Magic Band; Madhattan, I Sit In The Snow - Andy Partridge; Meninblack - The Stranglers; The Walrus Hunt, Margaret Freeman - The Residents; Work Away Tokyo Day, New Broom - Andy Partridge; Radio 4 - Public Image Ltd.; It's Over - The Front; Let There Be Snow - Andy Partridge
On 20 January 1978, XTC released their debut album with its defiant cry of This Is Pop! In the first of a two-part conversation for What Do You Call That Noise? The XTC Podcast, five fans, journalists and photographers recall what it was like to witness XTC explode onto the scene with White Music. Tony Mitchell, editorial staffer on Sounds, followed XTC to Hamburg, Amsterdam and Japan. Photographer Jill Furmanovsky was on the same trip to Hamburg in 1978 and subsequent publicity sessions. Beverley Glick, who wrote for Sounds under the name of Betty Page, joined XTC in New York in 1980. Paul Burgess and Andy Poulton were at school at Headlands in Swindon, where the caretaker was Colin Moulding's dad. Music by Jon Bicknell. What Do You Call That Noise? An XTC Discovery Book available from www.xtclimelight.com If you've enjoyed What Do You Call That Noise? The XTC Podcast, please show your support at https://www.patreon.com/markfisher Thanks to the Pink Things, Humble Daisies and Knights in Shining Karma who've done the same. Jon BicknellDrums and Wires UKThat Sfumato Effect Paul BurgessThis Is Hardcore Jill FurmanovskyWebsiteRock ArchiveSwindon Works: XTC 1978 Hanging Around books Beverley GlickWebsite Tony MitchellWebsite Andy PoultonWebsite Sounds Clips Twitter ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Illustration: Ashley LeCronIn October 2020, we handed over What Do You Call That Noise? The XTC Podcast to a bunch of fans in their 20s. Time has passed and we're ready to hear from an even newer generation of XTC fans who are as wise and articulate as the last. In a lively conversation, Ashley LeCron, Lexie Ward, Lee Saunders and Lewis Wilkinson share their enthusiasm not only for XTC but also the bands that led them to discover XTC.And because it's that time of year, they are in party spirit.They've even put together a companion playlist.What Do You Call That Noise? An XTC Discovery Book available from www.xtclimelight.com If you've enjoyed What Do You Call That Noise? The XTC Podcast, please show your support at https://www.patreon.com/markfisher Thanks to the Pink Things, Humble Daisies and Knights in Shining Karma who've done the same. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Picture © Lou Dommett Young What was it like to be on the road with one of the hardest working bands of the late 70s and early 80s? We find out from four veterans of XTC's touring years: drummer Terry Chambers, journalist Allan Jones and roadies Pete Dewhirst and Steve Warren. Many thanks to Mike Smith and Steve Manning and the other XTC Convention organisers for making it all possible. What Do You Call That Noise? An XTC Discovery Book available from www.xtclimelight.com If you've enjoyed What Do You Call That Noise? The XTC Podcast, please show your support at https://www.patreon.com/markfisher Thanks to the Pink Things, Humble Daisies and Knights in Shining Karma who've done the same. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Tim Vesely is a bassist, guitarist, songwriter, composer, and sound engineer. Best-known as a co-founder (with Dave Bidini) of the much-revered Canadian art-rock band Rheostatics, Tim has also recorded 2 albums and an EP with his own band The Violet Archers. Tim is the House Engineer at Blue Rodeo's Woodshed Studio in Toronto's Riverdale neighbourhood.Tim and Jane have worked together since 2008, mostly in the context of Jane's band The Real Shade. Their recent work together finds Tim as the Music Director of the Music Buddy Band Sessions, where musician guests record new versions of original songs. In this conversation, they discuss the art and craft of songwriting, but in a "non-songwriterly" kind of way. Tim's unique and thoughtful perspectives on music and life are insightful and astute, balanced with sharp wit and a positive outlook.MUSIC BUDDY SESSION: "The End of Part One"Written by Tim VeselyPerformed by Tim Vesely and Jane Gowan (listen at 50:07)SONG SAMPLES IN THIS EPISODE“Claire” - Written by Tim Vesely, performed by Rheostatics (Introducing Happiness, 1994)“The Music Room” - Written by Tim Vesely, performed by Rheostatics (The Story of Harmelodia, 1999)“Ten Feet Tall” - Written by Colin Moulding, performed by XTC (Drums and Wires, 1979)“The Headless One” - Written by Tim Vesely, performed by Rheostatics (Whale Music, 1992)“Here Come the Feelings” - Written by Tim Vesely, performed by The Violet Archers (The End of Part One, 2007)“Music is the Message” - Written by Tim Vesely, Dave Clark, Dave Bidini & Hugh Marsh, performed by Rheostatics (Here Come the Wolves, 2019)“The End of Part One” - Written by Tim Vesely, performed by The Violet Archers (The End of Part One, 2004)“Making Progress” - Written by Tim Vesely, performed by Rheostatics (2067, 2004)“Listening” - Written by Tim Vesely, performed by The Violet Archers (Sunshine at Night, 2008)“Keep it In the Ground” - Written by Tim Vesely, performed by The Violet Archers (Keep It In The Ground, 2021)“Simple” - Written by Tim Vesely, performed by The Violet Archers (The End of Part One, 2007)The show's theme song, "Human Stuff," is written by Jane Gowan and Support the showA Morning Run Productions ProjectMusic Buddy is nomated for a 2023 Canadian Podcast Award for "Outstanding Music Series", and "Outstanding Main Title Theme Music for a Series". Many thanks to the Canadian Podcast Awards, and congratulations to all the Nominees! You can see the full list of Nominees at canpodawards.ca Jane Gowan (host, producer, editor) Tim Vesely (co-producer/co-host) The show's theme song, "Human Stuff," is written by Jane Gowan and Tim Vesely, and performed by Jane and Tim, with additional vocals by Steve Wright and Connie KostiukEmail: jane@musicbuddy.caInstagram: @musicbuddypodcastFacebook: @musicbuddypodcastTwitter: @janegowanTikTok: @musicbuddypod
Picture © Lou Dommett Young One of the many highlights of the 2022 XTC Convention in Swindon was an in-depth interview with producer John Leckie. Talking to co-organiser Darryl Bullock, he recalled his formative studio experience working with former members of the Beatles and the excitement of going into the studio with XTC for their first two albums. After that came the sonic experiments of Go+ and Take Away/The Lure of Salvage and, of course, 25 O'Clock and Psonic Psunspot for the Dukes of Stratosphear. Many thanks to Darryl for conducting the interview and sound engineer Paul Bullimore who made the audio possible – not just for this but the whole weekend. What Do You Call That Noise? An XTC Discovery Book available from www.xtclimelight.com If you've enjoyed What Do You Call That Noise? The XTC Podcast, please show your support at https://www.patreon.com/markfisher Thanks to the Pink Things, Humble Daisies and Knights in Shining Karma who've done the same. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
XTC, Colin Moulding, and us.
As they prepare for one last run around the block, the members of Fossil Fools, the UK's longest running tribute to XTC, talk about their origins, their famous fans and their appearance at the XTC Convention 2022.Under Mark Fisher's intense questioning about their final set list, Terry Arnett (drums), Ed Percival (guitar), Dan Farmer (keyboard) and Matt Bell (bass) stay tight-lipped. XTC Convention, Friday 16–Sunday 18 September 2022 The Water Rats, Gray's Inn Road, London, 29 October 2022 The Vic, Swindon, 25 November 2022 What Do You Call That Noise? An XTC Discovery Book available from https://www.xtclimelight.com If you've enjoyed What Do You Call That Noise? The XTC Podcast, please show your support at https://www.patreon.com/markfisher Thanks to the Pink Things, Humble Daisies and Knights in Shining Karma who've done the same. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
It takes seven musicians to reproduce the sound of XTC when the fantastic Scarecrow People take to the stage. In this episode of What Do You Call That Noise? The XTC Podcast, we talk to three of them about keeping the XTC flame alive in Australia. As they prepare for their next gig at Camelot Lounge, Marrickville on 29 October 2022, Les Rankin (guitar), John Encarnacao (guitar) and Rob Child (bass) talk about set lists, musicianship and last-minute line-up changes. More about Scarecrow People More about The Nature Strip Scarecrow People play Scarecrow People What Do You Call That Noise? An XTC Discovery Book available from https://www.xtclimelight.com If you've enjoyed What Do You Call That Noise? The XTC Podcast, please show your support at https://www.patreon.com/markfisher Thanks to the Pink Things, Humble Daisies and Knights in Shining Karma who've done the same.★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
In this episode of What Do You Call That Noise? The XTC Podcast, we dig deep into the centre of the songs of XTC with a celebration of some of the band's best middle eights – and there are a lot to choose from.The musically minded XTC fans picking their favourites are: Crawford "Me and the Wind" Blair Kavus "Jason and the Argonauts" Torabi Sarah "I Can't Own Her" Palmer Laurie "I Wonder Why the Wonderfalls" Langan David "No Language in our Lungs" White Mark "Pale and Precious" Fisher Supplying the new music is Gary O'Donnell.More from Crawford BlairMore from Kavus TorabiMore from Sarah and Laurie from Fassine More from David WhiteMore from Gary O'Donnell's The Forever BehavioursWhat Do You Call That Noise? An XTC Discovery Book available from https://www.xtclimelight.com If you've enjoyed What Do You Call That Noise? The XTC Podcast, please show your support at https://www.patreon.com/markfisherThanks to the Pink Things, Humble Daisies and Knights in Shining Karma who've done the same.And thanks to David White for the artwork.★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
What was it like being the eight-year-old asked to sing on XTC's landmark album? Thirty-five years after recording Dear God, Jasmine Veillette looks back at the making of Skylarking with studio manager Ralph Legnini. And, in a podcast exclusive, the two of them reveal their plans to re-record Dear God with the support of a crowdfunding campaign (details to follow). Asking the questions in this month's episode of What Do You Call That Noise? The XTC Podcast are Leslie Gooch and Mark Fisher. Supplying the new music is Craig Stevens. Follow Jasmine Veillette Catch up with Ralph Legnini Listen to Not a Loan by Craig Stevens What Do You Call That Noise? An XTC Discovery Book available from https://www.xtclimelight.com If you've enjoyed What Do You Call That Noise? The XTC Podcast, please show your support at https://www.patreon.com/markfisher Thanks to the Pink Things, Humble Daisies and Knights in Shining Karma who've done the same.★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Baxie talks to multi-instrumentalist Dave Gregory from XTC! Dave talks about being on the road, coming off the road, what really happened with Todd Rundgren, The Dukes of Stratosphere, and the song writing talents of his two former bandmates--Andy Partridge & Colin Moulding! Dave also gives a very candid opinion about the idea of an XTC reunion. (Here's a hint: It's not looking too good!) Baxie's Musical Podcast can also be found on Apple Podcasts, SoundCloud, Stitcher, Spotify, and on the Rock102 website!
Drummer Terry Chambers was the motor that powered XTC through its first five albums before frontman Andy Partridge broke down and abruptly ended the band's touring days. Chambers left soon afterward, moved to Australia and was away from music for three decades—in part trying to pay off the massive debt from that cancelled tour. Yet recently he moved back to Swindon, England, and teamed with XTC songwriter/bassist Colin Moulding on a new band, TC&I. When Moulding pulled the plug on that project, Chambers decided to tour XTC songs anyway—in EXTC. With candor and good humor, he discusses his playing and reveals what it was like to be in and then out of XTC—and who's the biggest obstacle to a possible reunion.
It was 18 March 1982 at La Palace in Paris when Andy Partridge left the stage for the last time, overwhelmed by the pressures of relentless touring and Valium withdrawal.Until that point, XTC were one of the hardest working live bands on the circuit and in this episode of What Do You Call That Noise? The XTC Podcast, music journalists David Nolan and Mick Middles remember what it was like to see them. They are joined by Brenna Ehrlich, senior news editor at Rolling Stone magazine, and Mark Fisher. Music provided by David White: listen to Still Got It on Soundcloud Brenna Ehrlich's Killing Time available here More on David Nolan here More on Mick Middles here Further reading in What Do You Call That Noise? An XTC Discovery Book If you've enjoyed What Do You Call That Noise? The XTC Podcast, please show your support at https://www.patreon.com/markfisherThanks to the Pink Things, Humble Daisies and Knights in Shining Karma who've done the same.★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
On 12 February 1982, XTC's English Settlement was released. Forty years on, What Do You Call That Noise? The XTC Podcast reunites guitarist Dave Gregory and co-producer Hugh Padgham to look back at the recording of one of the greatest ever double albums. They talk about favourite songs, hanging out at the Manor and Andy Partridge's after-hours tomfoolery.Asking the questions are Mark Fisher and Sue Charles. Musical interlude by Ed Stainsby.Further reading in What Do You Call That Noise? An XTC Discovery Book available from https://www.xtclimelight.com If you've enjoyed What Do You Call That Noise? The XTC Podcast, please show your support at https://www.patreon.com/markfisher Thanks to the Pink Things, Humble Daisies and Knights in Shining Karma who've done the same.★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
When Dave Gregory joined XTC in 1979, he transformed the band through his muscular, melodic guitar playing, occasional keyboards and, on "1000 Umbrellas," a string arrangement. Gregory always found ways to elevate singer-guitarist Andy Partridge's and bassist Colin Moulding's tuneful songs, such as “Generals and Majors” and “Senses Working Overtime.” But Gregory, frustrated by Partridge's controlling ways, quit in 1999, and the band hasn't released new material in more than 20 years. Although all four members of the classic lineup now live in Swindon, England, they don't see one another. But Gregory remembers much as he takes us through the creative explosion and eventual implosion that was XTC.
What is the holy grail for the XTC completist? Is it the 7in Science Friction with picture sleeve? Or is it the 7in Wrapped in Grey that was never officially released? Or perhaps it's a one-of-a-kind poster from the days of Star Park. In this episode of What Do You Call That Noise? The XTC Podcast, dedicated collectors Darryl Bullock and Per Aronsson show each other their XTC treasures and discuss their most prized possessions. What is the rarest of them all? Mark Fisher and Leslie Gooch get top collecting tips and Chez Preston gives the drink recommendation. This episode is available in video and audio formats. See more of Darryl Bullock's XTC collection here: https://www.instagram.com/my_xtc_collection Further reading in The XTC Bumper Book of Fun for Boys and Girls (nearly sold out) and What Do You Call That Noise? An XTC Discovery Book available from https://www.xtclimelight.com If you've enjoyed What Do You Call That Noise? The XTC Podcast, please show your support at https://www.patreon.com/markfisher Thanks to the Pink Things, Humble Daisies and Knights in Shining Karma who've done the same.★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Nick Heyward first saw XTC at the Croydon Greyhound in 1978, two days after the release of White Music. The Haircut 100 frontman has been a fan ever since. Thomas Walsh has written with Andy Partridge and collaborated with Dave Gregory. He also appeared on Colin Moulding's Say It. The two musicians talk about meeting their heroes, the collaborations that nearly happened and those that might happen yet... Mark Fisher and Kevin Birt ask the questions. Florrie Thomas gives the drink recommendation. Nick Heyward's website Thomas Walsh and Pugwash Further reading in The XTC Bumper Book of Fun for Boys and Girls (nearly sold out) and What Do You Call That Noise? An XTC Discovery Book available from https://www.xtclimelight.com If you've enjoyed What Do You Call That Noise? The XTC Podcast, please show your support at https://www.patreon.com/markfisher Thanks to the Pink Things, Humble Daisies and Knights in Shining Karma who've done the same.★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
After being delayed 18 months by the pandemic, Terry Chambers is finally out on the road, giving XTC classics the live airing they deserve with his new band EXTC. The drummer is our very special guest on this episode of What Do You Call That Noise? The XTC Podcast along with bandmate, frontman and all-round multitasker Steve Tilling. We also hear from fans who caught the band's gig at the Wedgewood Rooms in Portsmouth on 7 September 2021. Drink recommendation from Karen Neill.Mark Fisher's review of the gig is here Follow EXTC on Facebook Further reading in The XTC Bumper Book of Fun for Boys and Girls and What Do You Call That Noise? An XTC Discovery Book available from https://www.xtclimelight.com If you've enjoyed the XTC Podcast, please show your support on Patreon Thanks to the Pink Things, Humble Daisies and Knights in Shining Karma who've done the same.Picture: Lou Dommett Young★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
From his home in Swindon England, XTC co-founder and bassist Colin Moudling discusses his new single / video “The Hardest Battle,” his influences, and reflects on his career in one of the most influential bands in the history of rock and roll.Colin Moulding Playlist
THE BOO RADLEYS + COLIN MOULDING Doused - #DIIV [NR] Feel It - #TheClaret She's Only The Grocer's Daughter - #TelevisionPersonalities She Speeds - #StraitjacketFits [COVER ME] [NR] Delete - #NeonWaltzDMAs [NR] Breathe - #DirtyLaces facebook.com/dirtylacesband [NR] Swansea Sound - #SwanseaSound www.skepwax.bandcamp.com New Town - #LifeWithoutBuildings [CHOON THIS] He's On The Phone - #SaintEtienne #EtienneDaho Ghosts Of American Astronauts - #Mekons [ESSENTIAL WAX] Drop Out - East Village 1993 HEAVENLY RECORDS Circles - #EastVillage Silver Train - #EastVillage [NR] Far From Home - #JesseDKora jessedkora.bandcamp.com Holiday Surprise 1, 2, 3 - #OliviaTremorControl [OBLIGATORY FALL-AH] Theme From Sparta F.C. - #TheFall #MarkESmith Godstar - #PsychicTV [NR] Eddie Murphy - #SpangSisters spangsisters.bandcamp.com [PEEL SESSION] 8 AUGUST 1984 Rusholme Ruffians - #TheSmiths #PeelSession #JohnPeel Daisy Chain - #LooseMeat Gone For Good - #Smiles [A RELATIVELY NEW RELEASE HATTRICK] [NR] Home - #TeenageFanclub [NR] Promises - #Bnny bnnyband.com [NR] At Your Feet - #HelenParadise helenparadise.bandcamp.com [INTERVIEW FEATURE 1] Colin Moulding + The Tunnock's Caramel Bar burningshed.com I Remember The Sun - #XTC #ColinMoulding [NR] The Hardest Battle - #ColinMoulding [NR] Say It (Original Version) - #ColinMoulding #XTC Some Days - #TessParks Simon Templar - #Splodgenessabounds [INTERVIEW FEATURE 2] Simon 'Sice' Rowbottom - The Boo Radleys + The Chocolate Rich Tea thebooradleys.com [NR] A Full Syringe & Memories Of You - #TheBooRadleys Meltin's Worm - #TheBooRadleys High As Monkeys - #TheBooRadleys [TARA]
Baxie talks to XTC bass player and songwriter Colin Moulding! Colin talks about songwriting, the band, their amazing history, and the likelihood of an XTC reunion. Colin has just released a new single, "The Hardest Battle"--his first single as a solo artist! This one was a real thrill! Feel free to share it with everyone you know! Available on Apple Podcasts. SoundCloud, Stitcher, Spotify, and on the Bax & O'Brien website!
“The Hardest Battle” Talking to Colin Moulding is no battle at all. In fact, the XTC co-frontman and bassist is one of our favorite guests and we're thrilled to have him back on the show. We're also thrilled that the occasion of his return is to promote his new single “The Hardest Battle.” A swirling pop gem that's filled with layered pop melodies, “The Hardest Battle” is one of the catchiest songs of the year. Moulding was on the show when he and former XTC drummer Terry Chambers under the TC&I banner put out their Great Aspirations EP, but this new track is Moulding's first foray as a solo artist. And what a foray it is. As the bassist and co-frontman of XTC, Moulding played on 14 of the legendary Swindon band's albums, including White Noise, Skylarking, Drums and Wires and Oranges and Lemons. And if it every comes up at parties, an interesting fact is that Moulding wrote the band's first three charing singles. Over the course of his career he's collaborated with everyone from Sam Phillips to Anton Barbeau and the fact of the matter is, he's a great musician and he's a fascinating guy. We're lucky to have him as a friend of the podcast. In this conversation Colin talks to us about his songwriting process, his brief return to live music and the status of his current relationship with Andy Partridge Order Colin's new EP here: https://burningshed.com/store/colin-moulding_store/colin-moulding_the-hardest-battle_cd www.alexgreenonline.com www.bombshellradio.com Twitter: @emberseditor Instagram: @emberspodcast
This week, after a little 1983 Weird Al Beatles sendup: brand new Boo Radleys, Bevis Frond, Goon Sax, Tobin Sprout, Steve Gunn, Colin Moulding, Art Bergmann, and Lou Barlow plus Buffalo Springfield,... Real Punk Radio podcast Network brings you the best in Punk, Rock, Underground Music around! From Classic Oi!, Psychobilly and Hardcore to some Classic Rock n Roll and 90's indie Alt Rock greatness!! With Tons of Live DJ's that like to Talk Music From Garage Rock, to Ska.. We are True MUSIC GEEKS!
Graham Coath speaks to Colin Moulding ex XTC about his new single The Hardest Battle
To mark the release of The Hardest Battle (2 July 2021), the mighty Colin Moulding talks about being true to himself, avoiding cliches and fighting off being beige. The XTC bassist and songwriter reveals the inspiration behind his first solo single since 1980's Too Many Cooks in the Kitchen to Mark Fisher, Sarah Palmer and Peter Mills, who ask: · Who are his favourite poets? · What makes him cry? · Analogue or digital? As well as The Hardest Battle, Colin remembers Say It, Bungalow, Boarded Up, Scatter Me and Dying, not to mention playing live with Terry Chambers. Drink recommendation from Kate Catalina. The Hardest Battle is available here The Monkees, Head and the 60s by Peter Mills is available here Fassine featuring Sarah Palmer hang out here Kate Catalina does stuff here Further reading in The XTC Bumper Book of Fun for Boys and Girls and What Do You Call That Noise? An XTC Discovery Book available from https://www.xtclimelight.com If you've enjoyed the XTC Podcast, please show your support at https://www.patreon.com/markfisher Thanks to the Pink Things, Humble Daisies and Knights in Shining Karma who've done the same.★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
What's your most-loved and least favorite song on XTC's Skylarking? Dear Pod, we were in literal and figurative ecstasy talking about the ninth album by Swindon's finest. Jim's pick led to a new innovative countdown ranking system that we adored. Fun sharing how we all wrestled with tearing apart song combos and a track order that is such a huge part of why we love it so. Lots of our patented opinion clashing plus special guest ranker Tim Smith from Georgia XTC satellites Nigels With Attitude, Jellyfish and Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds weighs in. We're taking a bit of a recording break for the summer season cauldron cycle, so enjoy our longest episode to date. In the meantime, our social media will still be just as fun as the pod, so please tell us how YOU would rank tonight's tunes on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter @wewillrankyoupod ! FILE UNDER/SPOILERS: Andy Partridge, Big Day, Nigels With Attitude, Swindon, Dying, art rock, 91X, The Meeting Place, Todd Rundgren, Wild Honey Orchestra, That's Really Super, Supergirl, Colin Moulding, Utopia, Eric Clapton, Grass, the Los Angeles XTC Appreciation Society, I've made a huge mistake, Ballet for a Rainy Day, psychedelic music, 1000 Umbrellas, Dave Gregory, The Man Who Sailed Around His Soul, the Prisoner, Mingo Lewis, Earn Enough for Us, actual ecstasy, the Beatles, Season Cycle, the Beach Boys, Tim Smith, Another Satellite, chamber pop, underwater piano, Sacrificial Bonfire, umbilical, #manimonday, Summer's Cauldron, Dukes of Stratosphear, England, Dear God, 1986. US: http://www.WeWillRankYouPod.com wewillrankyoupod@gmail.com http://www.facebook.com/WeWillRankYouPod http://www.instagram.com/WeWillRankYouPod http://www.twitter.com/WeWillRankYouPo http://www.YourOlderBrother.com (Sam's music page) http://www.YerDoinGreat.com (Adam's music page) https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4OFTIda46Di4HkS0CDvM7L (Dan's top 100 songs of 2020) THEM: http://chalkhills.org The XTC Resource, a huge help for our fact-findin' https://twitter.com/apehousextc Ape House Records END CREDITS SONG: Skylarking by Horace Andy
In this second deep dive into XTC's lyrical references, we talk about the flora and fauna of River of Orchids, the one-way traffic of English Roundabout and the coastal retreat of Bungalow.In a lively and, above all, morally uplifting discussion, we swing from the suburban angst of New Town Animal to the assembly-hall nostalgia of Harvest Festival.Comparing notes are Mark Fisher, Belinda Blanchard, Peter Mills, Sandy Leffew and Ami Parkerson. The fabulous musical soundtrack comes courtesy of Sarah Palmer and Lotte Fisher, who also provides the episode illustration. Drink tips from Donna Rees. Further reading in The XTC Bumper Book of Fun for Boys and Girls and What Do You Call That Noise? An XTC Discovery Book available from https://www.xtclimelight.com If you've enjoyed the XTC Podcast, please show your support at https://www.patreon.com/markfisher Thanks to the Pink Things, Humble Daisies and Knights in Shining Karma who've done the same.★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Days Between Stations, a prog-rock band founded in 2003 by guitarist Sepand Samzadeh and keyboardist Oscar Fuentes. The duo named themselves after the cult novel by Steve Erickson and have devoted themselves to, as they say, Art Rock and Post Prog – music that reflects their varied influences, as well as shared disregard for stylistic boundaries. Days Between Stations (DBS) released their 3rd album titled “GIANTS” which features guest appearances by legendary XTC member Colin Moulding, Billy Sherwood of YES and backing vocalist for Pink Floyd Durga McBroom on September 2020. daysbetweenstations.com
The influence of British nursery rhymes on XTC songs ranging from Ladybird to We're All Light, Ballet for a Rainy Day and Brainiac's Daughter
A lively conversation about putting XTC in print with authors Chris Twomey, Todd Bernhardt and Mark Fisher.
Another part of the puzzle?
Tom Clarke of The Enemy explains why he has brought the XTC character into the 21st century on The Chronicles of Nigel. He's joined by Laurie Nankivell who talks about the influence of XTC on Squid, whose song Houseplants namechecks Making Plans for Nigel.
In the second Christmas episode, Andy Partridge and Chris Butler take us through some of their favourite seasonal songs
"Let's Keep It Weird, Shall We?" Back in 1986 a Goth friend of mine from the Bay Area who got me into Bauhaus and The Cure visited his grandparents in Sacramento and he was hanging out in the park smoking cloves and paying guitar when some dude came up to him and said "Where are you from?” My friend said he was from Berkeley and the guy said, “You should go back. There aren’t weirdos like you around here. That guy back in 1986 was way wrong. We weirdos are everywhere. Anton Barbeau is from Sacramento. And he’s a weirdo in the best sense of the word. He is one of the most innovative, idiosyncratic and fascinating musicians on the planet. The singer/songwriter is an inventive lyricist armed with post modern wit, literary smarts and a melodic sensibility that brings to mind the work of XTC and Robyn Hitchcock. He's shared the stage with Weezer, Julian Cope and Mono, he’s collaborated with The Loud Family Kimberly Rew of the Soft Boys, Cake and XTC’s Colin Moulding, he’s produced a bunch of albums including two by Alyson Seconds who’s the wife of 7 Seconds frontman Kevin Seconds and over the course of his career he’s put out over 20 albums including his new double set Manbird. A dazzling collection of soaring pop gems that jangle and roll and lift off into the most peculiar and wonderful of stratospheres, Barbeau has never sounded better. In this conversation we talk about his self-criticism regarding his prolific output, his relationship with fellow 916er Scott Miller (Game Theory/The Loud Family) and why, after all this time, he’s making the best music of his career .
Young Southpaw talks to American ‘English eccentric’ Anton Barbeau about ABBA, memories of lost songs, the bird lifestyle, meeting Graham Chapman, and so much more. Listen to new record ‘Manbird’ at https://antonbarbeau.bandcamp.com/album/manbird http://www.antonbarbeau.com/ https://antonbarbeau.bandcamp.com/ @antonbarbeau Young Southpaw: What made you fall in love with music as a kid, do you remember? Anton Barbeau: Well, yeah, back to The Beatles. My parents had five or six Beatles records, plus John Lennon’s ‘Imagine’ when I was growing up. I was born in ’67, about a month before ‘Sgt. Pepper’ came out, so I’m sure I was hearing Beatles before I was even born, and I’m sure I heard ‘Sgt. Pepper’ when it was first out, even though I was only a wee baby. But yeah, The Beatles. My earliest memory is crawling around through my parents collection, trying to find the one that had ‘I Wanna Hold Your Hand’. That was my favourite song, from age zero. YS: You get compared to Robyn Hitchcock, Julian Cope, and XTC a lot. Are you fans of those guys? AB: Oh, I am, very much so. Huge influences. It’s funny cause I’ve sort of found ways of connecting, if not directly to the artists, to those who have worked with them. So that’s been a funny little part of my career story in the past few years. I had a band in England called Three Minute Tease, which included Andy Metcalfe and Morris Windsor who were in The Egyptians and in Soft Boys. And I’ve also worked with Kimberley Rew. We did a gig once, Three Minute Tease, Andy, Morris, and myself, with Matthew Seligman, who we lost earlier this year to COVID. He sat in with us as well. So that world, the Robyn Hitchcock world, is definitely something I’ve dipped more than a few toes into. Robyn’s a huge influence as a songwriter. Maybe not so much anymore, because I went through the period of, when upon discovering his music it made perfect sense to me. It was sort of the idealized version of what I wish, of what I was trying to do, or something like that. So I aspired to that. These days, like I said, it’s ABBA and Fleetwood Mac. But Robyn Hitchcock’s a big influence. And XTC of course. I did end up working with Colin Moulding, on a couple things. That was wonderful. I supported Julian Cope on dates on his 2011 and 2012 tours and that was amazing! That’s a dream come true.
What Do You Call That Noise? The XTC Podcast brings together fans and musicians alike to celebrate the enduring music of XTC. Every month, we take a fresh look at the band, from the singles to the albums, from the visuals to the personalities. It is witty, surprising and fun.
Since the late 70s, Dave Gregory, along with Andy Partridge and Colin Moulding as the classic XTC line-up, has influenced countless other musicians. Dave graciously spent time with us talking about early piano lessons, saving up for his first guitar, school bands, prog rock,focusing on the art rather than the tools early on, delivery driving and then how he finally landed the XTC gig. Following that we spoke about life on the road and in the studio with XTC, Andy's struggle with stage performance and tour-life, and the eventual disintegration of the band in that form. Enjoy.
To celebrate the 40th anniversary of XTC's Black Sea, sound engineer Hugh Padgham joins guitarist Dave Gregory for a 90-minute special. They talk about the clanking anvils of Towers of London, the one-note solo of Love at First Sight and the slow-build tension of No Language in Our Lungs.
The lads convene once-a more to discuss the lads from Swindon XTC, specifically their 1979 landmark record "Drums & Wires". We're joined once again by Matt Ohanian (bass player for DAEVES, Bears For Years, and all-around goodboy) to discuss Colin Moulding's absolutely stellar bass playing, how many Nigels there actually are in the world (the final number may shock you), and the life expectancy in Bulgaria. It has to do with their jelly-like milk or something?
We tried, we honestly tried to feature XTC as one of Discord & Rhyme’s earliest episodes, but technical issues derailed this podcasting train. Two years later, we’ve rebuilt our reserves of soul coal and dream steam, and Rich is ready to take John, Ben, and Dan aboard The Big Express, a relatively unknown but quintessential album from the Swindon trio. In 1984, the band was newly confined to the studio after eccentric frontman and lead songwriter Andy Partridge permanently swore off touring. Resultantly, the album finds him and bandmates Colin Moulding and Dave Gregory at their most kitchen-sink creative, as well as their most frustrating, which is a fundamental part of the proper XTC experience. So put your cleanest dirty shirt on, shake you donkey up, and get ready for some truly idiosyncratic songcraft. Cohosts: Rich Bunnell, Ben Marlin, John McFerrin, Dan Watkins Complete show notes: https://discordpod.com/listen/052-xtc-the-big-express-1984 Support the podcast! https://www.patreon.com/discordpod
Guitarist and keyboard player Dave Gregory talks about his contribution to the sound of XTC
To cheer us up during the Covid-19 lockdown, Andy Partridge pays a call to What Do You Call That Noise? The XTC Podcast with the promise that Everything'll Be Alright. He talks with characteristic wit and candour about the power of XTC as a live band, the chords for Roads Girdle the Globe and how Yacht Dance was nearly a song about bees. Essential listening for every XTC fan, this episode will leave you Burning With Optimism's Flames. Please support at https://www.patreon.com/markfisher
Day 24 - a song by a band you wish were still together. Yeah, Andy Partridge and Colin Moulding are not pursuing this band anymore. Bummer. We'll always have the music though. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/musicismyradar/support
Andrew M Stafford recalls his time with XTC during the making of The Big Express. Belinda Blanchard previews her performance at the XTC Convention 2020. Mark Fisher, Mark Reed and David White join in the chat – and Andy Partridge supplies the jingles. Support the podcast at https://www.patreon.com/markfisher
A discussion of the XTC tribute album Garden of Earthly Delights, featuring XTC's Colin Moulding, as well as Mark Fisher, David White and Mark Reed
This week's #TuesdayTriplePlay is once again dedicated to the brilliance of XTC. Andy Partridge & Colin Moulding had the ability to craft songs with a majesty like no other! Songs featured: “Season Cycle” from Skylarking (1986)“The Smartest Monkeys” from Nonsuch (1992)“Harvest Festival” from Apple Venus, Vol.1 (1999)Spotify Playlist (Curated by Craig Vennes)
Craig spotlights another criminally overlooked band in the vaults of Rock N Roll for today’s #TuesdayTriplePlay. XTC was like no other band around because no other band was capable of producing such a majestic sound, which is a result of the songwriting of Andy Partridge & Colin Moulding. Songs featured: “This is Pop” (Live in Concert, Hammersmith Palais, 22 December 1980) - from Transistor Blast: The Best of The BBC Sessions (1998)Originally released on White Music (1978)“Burning With Optimisms Flames” from Black Sea (1980)"I Remember The Sun" from The Big Express (1984)
This week on SlapperCast, listen in on a new rhythm section getting to know each other one-on-one for the first time. Chad and Eric geek out over musical influences, personal histories and obsessions: the Beatles, Ringo Starr, John Lennon, Lemmy Kilmister of Motörhead, New York City, David Bowie, Tin Machine, Hunt Sales, Reeves Gabrels, XTC, Andy Partridge, Colin Moulding, Robyn Hitchcock, Todd Rundgren, Utopia, et al. Also: new Ireland Tour news! Show notes Convoy (https://youtu.be/Sd5ZLJWQmss) — C.W. McCall Ozzy Osbourne meets Paul McCartney (https://youtu.be/AuV0GVVGlCw) Bradley’s: An Oral History of a Hallowed Hang (https://jazztimes.com/features/profiles/bradleys-an-oral-history-of-a-hallowed-hang/) Heaven's in Here (https://youtu.be/KNUMQm47-W8) — Tin Machine Join us in IRELAND Fall 2020 Ireland 2020 (https://blaggards.com/ireland/) — Sign up to learn more about our next Ireland tour Show dates Blaggards.com (https://blaggards.com/shows/) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/pg/blaggards/events/) Bandsintown (https://www.bandsintown.com/a/3808) Follow us Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/blaggards/) Twitter (https://twitter.com/blaggards) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/blaggards/) Become a Patron Join Blaggards on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/blaggards) for bonus podcast content, live tracks, rough mixes, and other exclusives. Rate us Rate and review SlapperCast on iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/slappercast-a-weekly-talk-show-with-blaggards/id1452061331) Questions? If you have questions for a future Q&A episode, * leave a comment on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/blaggards), or * tweet them to us (https://twitter.com/blaggards) with the hashtag #slappercast.
Tom is entering the 100s of Look At My Records! in dramatic fashion.Episode 100 featured one of Tom’s all-time faves, Colin Moulding of XTC, and Episode 101 features one of his favorite bands of the last few years, Corridor. The Montreal-based band just released their third album, Junior, on Sub Pop, and its definitely one of the best of the year!Tune in as they chat about the process behind writing and recording Junior, signing with Sub Pop, the Montreal music scene, and more!You can purchase Junior on limited edition “Loser” vinyl via Bandcamp or the Sub Pop megastore.Corridor is currently on tour in Europe! West coast friends, they’re heading your way in December. Be sure to check them out when they come through your neck of the woods:FRI, Nov 8 - Hafenklang, Hamburg, Germany TicketsSAT, Nov 9 - West Germany, Berlin, Germany TicketsSUN, Nov 10 - Sonic City Festival, Kortrijk, Belgium TicketsWED, Nov 20 - Garrison, Toronto, Canada TicketsFRI, Nov 22 - M for Montreal Festival (Le National), Montreal, Canada TicketsTHU, Nov 28 - L'Anti Bar & Spectacles, Quebec, Canada TicketsWED, Dec 4 - Milk Bar, San Francisco, CA TicketsSAT, Dec 7 - Bunk Bar, Portland, OR TicketsSUN, Dec 8 - Astoria BC, Vancouver, Canada (w/ N0V3L) TicketsTUE, Dec 10 - Barboza, Seattle, WA TicketsFRI, Dec 13 - Moroccan Lounge, Los Angeles, CA TicketsSUN, Jan 19 - Lincoln Hall (IL), Chicago, IL (Tomorrow Never Knows with Deeper) Tickets
The 100th episode of Look At My Records! is here!For this milestone, I wanted to interview a special guest. I aimed high and was lucky enough to chat with Colin Moulding of my all-time favorite band, XTC.In 2017, Colin reunited with former XTC drummer Terry Chambers to form TC&I. The duo released an EP, Great Aspirations, in late 2017 and subsequently played a string of live dates at the Swindon Arts Center in October and November of 2018. These special performances attracted fans from all over the globe and were recently released as a live album, Naked Flames.Tune in to hear about Naked Flames, plus writing XTC’s first hit “Making Plans For Nigel,” his impressions of CBGB’s during the band’s string of shows at the storied New York City venue in January 1979, and much more including some insights into some of Colin’s best songs.You can purchase "Naked Flames” and “Great Aspirations” via Burning Shed. You can also purchase a wide array of XTC records and merch via Ape House.A massive thanks to Colin for taking the time to chat with me! An enormous THANK YOU to everyone who listened and the great guests I had the privilege of interviewing over the first hundred!
This is episode 100 of the podcast, and I thought about doing some sort of compilation of previous interviews, as I've done a couple of times in the past, to commemorate that. I decided against that for a couple of reasons. First, I haven't accomplished everything I want to with this podcast yet, so it's not time to celebrate. Hopefully, that comes later. Second, I have so many great interviews waiting to be released, I couldn't see delaying any of them by a week. And third, this week's interview is representative of one of my goals with the Department of Tangents, which is helping to amplify the good works of independent artists, whether they are musicians, comedians, authors, filmmakers, or work in a visual medium. And J. Edwin Buja fits that goal perfectly. I recorded this at the 2019 NECON conference, the same place I recorded last year's David Wellington interview. NECON is part horror conference, part summer camp. People get to know each other there, whether they are horror writers, cover artists, publishers, or just fans. J. Edwin Buja has been a regular at NECON for years, but this year, things were a little different. Buja has written about technology for a living and released a couple of children's books, but he has always attended NECON as a fan and friend, not a writer. This July, he released his debut novel, book one of his new series, King of the Wood, and he has a short story in the Wicked Weird collection slated for release in August. King of the Wood created a buzz at NECON, and Buja had a seat at the author's reception, signing his own newly-printed work. It's an ambitious horror novel, taking place in a small town that's about to be best by a religious cult and a malevolent nature spirit. That's in addition to the troubles planned by a corrupt town official who is trying to create his own little fiefdom. And it all starts when the protagonist, Tom, finds someone tied to a tree outside of his picturesque home on a hill. Not a big deal, usually, since people have been doing that as a prank for years. This time, the victim is dead, and the scene is more gruesome than whimsical. You'll hear in the conversation everything that went into writing and revising book one, and the plans for book two, as well as Buja's experience as a first-time novelist at NECON. The new book is King of the Wood, published by Haverhill House Publishing, which you can find at haverhillhouse.com on the Web. Watch this space for future episodes taped at NECON with authors Scott Goudsward and Matt Moore. TC&I is a reunion of singer/bassist Colin Moulding and drummer Terry Chambers, who released an EP called Great Aspirations in 2017. Their new album, out August 9, is Naked Flames: Live at Swindon Arts Centre. There are plenty of great XTC songs on the album, but this week's featured track is one of the new songs from the EP, “Scatter Me.” The song is beautiful, lyrically and musically, a sort of metaphysical consideration of what happens to us after we die and those we leave behind. The CD is called Naked Flames and can be purchased exclusively through the Burning Shed Web site at burningshed.com once it's available on August 9. Unfortunately, it looks like there are no further plans for the band to record or tour at this time, but based on the quality of this tune, I hope that changes, the sooner the better.
Pat welcomes Kevin Compton to the Co-Host chair to discuss the musical career of the band XTC. All of the songs Pat plays were picked by super fan Michael Bagford who also provides written commentary!
XTC -- Andy Partridge and Colin Moulding -- joined Nicole Sandler on the air at Channel 103.1 in Los Angeles 5-10-2000
Episode 75 of Look At My Records! features a chat with fellow XTC fanatic, Mark Fisher! Mark is the founder of the original XTC fanzine “Limelight” and has authored two books on the band, “The XTC Bumper Book Of Fun,” and the forthcoming “What Do You Call That Noise? An XTC Discovery Book.” Tune in to hear all about Mark’s background covering the band, his foray into publishing two books, and details about “What Do You Can That Noise? An XTC Discovery Book,” which is scheduled for release on March 5th! We even swapped some of our favorite songs, and threw in Fassine’s wonderful cover of “That Wave” for good measure! Tune in to hear which songs we picked and much more!You can purchase “What Do You Call That Noise? An XTC Discover Book” via Mark’s website, Limelight! While you’re there, you can also purchase Mark’s first book, “The XTC Bumper Book Of Fun,” which is an anthology of the Limelight zine and also features interviews with Andy Partridge, Colin Moulding, Terry Chambers, and Dave Gregory!
When the late 70s arrived, many musicians wanted to sweep away the “dinosaurs” of rock (imagine that in 2018). Punk was about to sweeping away the complexities (among other things) and getting back to raw honest energy. Many musos liked the rawness and energy of punk but felt they had stronger musical chops that they wanted to apply to that realm, as well as explore other stylistic avenues. 1977 saw the release of the debut album of one such band from Swindon, XTC. Welcome to episode 119 of Love That Album – the second episode for November 2018. Like The Beatles before them, the back catalogue of XTC shows a development where the band that released their final album scarcely sound like the band that released their first. By 1982, they were only five years into their recording career, but the album of that year, English Settlement bore little resemblance to White Music released only a few years prior. For this episode of the podcast, I welcome guitarist and first-time guest, Geoff Pearlman, as well as the return of Sydney guitarist Shane Pacey to focus on English Settlement as well as the development of the band that reached that point. The discussion is wide and varied covering the musicianship of the band and the different songwriting approaches of Andy Partridge and Colin Moulding. We also discuss how the songs on the album covered social issues like domestic violence, gun ownership, and the fragility of modern existence. We had a wonderful time and I thank Shane and Geoff for working their senses overtime for the show. I even found an excuse to do my Tom Waits impersonation. You can download the podcast from Spotify, iTunes (search for “Love That Album podcast”) or from the website at http://lovethatalbum.blogspot.com. You can follow Shane at http://shanepaceytrio.com.au/ and https://bondicigars.com/ Geoff’s musical activities can be found at https://www.geoffpearlmanmusic.com/ Both can be found on the usual social media platforms (Facebook, twitter etc) Both of these gents make terrific music in their own right, so check them out and give them your support. Send the show feedback at rrrkitchen@yahoo.com.au (written or mp3 voicemail) or join the Facebook group at http://www.facebook.com/groups/lovethatalbum. If you’d consider writing an iTunes review or recommending the show to a friend, I’d be immensely grateful.
XTC - My Bird Performs (instrumental excerpt) XTC - Crosswires (Peel Session June 20, 1977) XTC - Do What You Do XTC - Making Plans For Nigel (Swindon Town Hall demo March 1979 / Hammersmith Palais, London December 22, 1980) XTC - Love At First Sight XTC - English Roundabout XTC - The World Is Full Of Angry Young Men The Dukes Of Stratosphear - Vanishing Girl XTC - Big Day XTC - One Of The Millions Terry & The Lovemen - The Good Things XTC - Didn't Hurt A Bit XTC - Frivolous Tonight XTC - In Another Life Days Between Stations - The Man Who Died Two Times TC&I - Scatter Me TC&I - Comrades Of Pop
Andy Partridge and Colin Moulding may have written some of the best songs of the 70s, 80s, and 90s that most people have never heard. They teetered on commercial superstardom for years and potentially could have gotten there had it not been for Partridge's crippling stage fright that caused the band to stop touring in the early 80s. Heading to the studio with a new-found freedom to create music without concern for how to reproduce it live, XTC began to push the envelope of their sound. But it would take a few albums for them to establish the right formula that would result in 1986's Skylarking. In the middle lies The Big Express. At times disjointed with angular expression and fluid poppy hooks, this album starts off with a chug and slowly puff puffs it's way to a grinding halt some 44 minutes later. This album seems polarizing among XTC faithful with some calling it one of their best works and others putting it at the bottom of their catalog. For us, we all pretty much agreed; this does not match the power of Partridge's and Moulding's work that came both before and after its release, but that does not make it any less important in telling the full story of this band from Swindon. XTC - The Big Express A Few Minutes With [The Cardigans - Carnival][2] A Current Affair [Viagra Boys - Sports][3]
Pass the chat on (baton), DJ Otzi brings the party vibes, Brunella lost her job today, Nigel from Maidstone tries a song, Chemda talks taking off her wedding ring, Iain meets a racist in a coffee shop, Naomi talks receving racist comments and Iain plays out the interview he did with Colin Moulding and Terry […]
Musician and podcaster Chris Tull () joins Bill and Brian for one final episode in the old studio to discuss XTC's landmark album, Skylarking. We talk about the contentious relationship between main songwriter Andy Partridge and producer Todd Rundgren, the album's overarching theme of birth, life, and death, Colin Moulding's generous songwriting contributions, and Dave Gregory's idiosyncratic guitar-playing all while going through the album track-by-track. This episode sponsored by and .
As bassist/co-frontman for XTC, he released around 14 albums between 1978–2000, and for the first time since, he has a new release, the Great Aspirations EP now under the name TC&I. We discuss "Scatter Me" and "Kenny" from this 2017 release, plus "Say It" an 2002 XTC song, and conclude by listening to "Where Did the Ordinary People Go?" the final 2005 XTC single. Intro music: "Making Plans for Nigel" from Drums and Wires (1979). For more, see facebook.com/tcandimusic. Hear more Nakedly Examined Music. Like our Facebook page. Support us at patreon.com/nakedlyexaminedmusic.
As bassist/co-frontman for XTC, he released around 14 albums between 1978–2000, and for the first time since, he has a new release, the Great Aspirations EP now under the name TC&I. We discuss "Scatter Me" and "Kenny" from this 2017 release, plus "Say It" an 2002 XTC song, and conclude by listening to "Where Did the Ordinary People Go?" the final 2005 XTC single. Intro music: "Making Plans for Nigel" from Drums and Wires (1979). For more, see facebook.com/tcandimusic. Hear more Nakedly Examined Music. Like our Facebook page. Support us at patreon.com/nakedlyexaminedmusic.
Today's Bombshell (Bombshell Radio) Bombshell RadioBombshell Radio Today 5pm-6pm EST 2pm-3pm PDT 10pm-11pm BST bombshellradio.com stereoembersmagazine.comAlex Green #Interview w/ Colin MouldingColin Moulding Tells Me What His Favorite XTC Album IsHe really does. But the former XTC bassist tells me a lot more than that. He details his return to pop music as one half of the band TC&I, an outfit he’s formed with ex-XTCDrummer Terry Chambers. And he doesn’t stop there. Moulding talks about XTC and the current state of his relationship with Andy Partridge, he offers a warning for younger bands and he enumerates how Paul McCartney’s bass playing on Revolver was cheeky…#ColinMoulding #XTC TC&I#StereoEmbers #podcast #RadioShow #AlexGreen #Alternative #NewMusic #Nowplaying #BombshellRadio
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The second half of a career spanning interview with Colin Moulding, former bassist/singer/ songwriter for XTC. Colin continues to speak about his favourite tracks, including new EP ‘Great Aspirations'. XTC – King For A Day (Oranges & Lemons, Virgin, 1989) XTC – Cynical Days (Oranges & Lemons, Virgin, 1989) XTC – Bungalow (Nonsuch, Virgin, 1992) […] The post Colin Moulding – XTC – TC&I – Part 2 appeared first on The Strange Brew.
"Colin Moulding Tells Me What His Favorite XTC Album Is" He really does. But the former XTC bassist tells me a lot more than that. He details his return to pop music as one half of the band TC&I, an outfit he’s formed with ex-XTC drummer Terry Chambers. And he doesn’t stop there. Moulding talks about XTC and the current state of his relationship with Andy Partridge, he offers a warning for younger bands and he enumerates how Paul McCartney’s bass playing on Revolver was...cheeky.
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Colin Moulding, former bassist/singer/songwriter for XTC, speaks about his favourite tracks, including new EP ‘Great Aspirations'. TC&I – Kenny (Great Aspirations EP, TC&I Music, 2017) TC&I – Comrades In Pop (Great Aspirations EP, TC&I Music, 2017) XTC – Life Begins At The Hop (Single A-side, Virgin, 1979) XTC – Making Plans For Nigel (Drums and […] The post Colin Moulding – XTC – TC&I – Part 1 appeared first on The Strange Brew.
In Episode 33, Tom chats with Sarah, James, and Laurie of the London based trio, Fassine! The band is coming off an eventful 2017, as they recently appeared in the highly anticipated XTC documentary, "This Is Pop," and released a critically acclaimed new record entitled "Gourami." Listen in to hear about their latest record, their plans for 2018 (they're in the process of writing a complete different sounding record), and four live tracks recorded at Battery Studios. Like what you hear? You can get your hands on these live tracks FOR FREE by signing up for Fassine's mailing list at http://www.fassine.com. Get that VIP treatment!We also touched on a variety of XTC related topics, including Fassine's stellar contribution to the documentary, XTC's influence on the band's ethos and sound, and the band's legacy in the states and the U.K. Although we spoke via Skype, an episode of Look At My Records would not be complete without some picks! So, each of us picked our personal favorite XTC song for you to enjoy. I threw in a Colin Moulding jam for good measure - it can't all be about Andy!
One of the defining rock groups of the post-punk / new wave era, XTC was led by the gifted British singer-songwriters Andy Partridge and Colin Moulding. Active from the mid-70s through the early 2000s, the band is best known for the songs Dear God, Senses Working Overtime, Making Plans for Nigel, Life Begins at the Hop, and Mayor Simpleton. I still have fond memories of seeing the band perform with the Police at the Michigan Theater back on Jan. 22, 1980! The book Complicated Game offers unique insights into the work of XTC founder Andy Partridge, one of Britain's most original and influential songwriters. It is also an unprecedentedly revealing and instructive guide to how songs and records are made. Developed from a series of interviews conducted over many months, it explores in detail some thirty of Partridge's songs - including the controversial 'Dear God' - from throughout XTC's thirty-year career, as well as an extensive interview dedicated solely to the art and craft of songwriting. While the interviews cast new light on the writing of lyrics, the construction of melodies and arrangements, the process of recording, and the workings of the music industry, they are also filled with anecdotes about Partridge, his XTC bandmates, and their adventures around the world - all told with the songwriter's legendary humour. Martin’s interview with Andy Partridge was originally recorded on March 8, 2016.
Roman takes a coffee break with his son, David, to look back at the previous 24 episodes. His son is a good boy but would it kill him to pick up a check every once in awhile? 1. Marillion - 80 Days (Acoustic) 2. Circa – Cut The Ties (Live, Paul Doty engineer) 3. Michael Mullen – The Contradiction Set 4. Porcupine Tree – The Rest Will Flow 5. Manooghi Hi – Om Baba 6. Shooglenifty – Would You Like An Olive, Wes? 7. Thomas Dolby – Budapest By Blimp 8. Billy Sherwood with Colin Moulding and Rick Wakeman – Check Point Karma 9. Yes – Holy Lamb 10. Peter Gabriel – No Self Control (Live) 11. House Of Not – White House 12. Cielo Y Tierra – El Día 13. Gaelic Storm – The Samurai Set 14. Druckfarben – Sons of Anakim 15. Gordon Giltrap and Oliver Wakeman – Maybe Tomorrow 16. The Alan Parsons Project - Breakdown (Roman’s World Edit) 17. Yes – City Of Love (Live) 18. Emmerson Nogueira– You've Got to Hide Your Love Away (Versão Acústica) 19. Roger Hodgson - Only Because Of You/ Lord Is It Mine? (Live) 20. Steve Hackett - Reconditioned Nightmare 21. Strunz and Farah – Tavoos 22. Jon and Vangelis - I Hear You Now 23. Bad Haggis - Bad Haggis 24. Levin Brothers – Jumpin’ Jammies Produced by Paul Doty An Obe Juan Production Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/welcometoromansworld Find us on the web at http://romansworld.us Listen to Paul and Roman on the podcast ICON. Subscribe for free on iTunes. In the iTunes store, search Icon Doty Guzman.
Roman takes a coffee break with his son, David, to look back at the previous 24 episodes. His son is a good boy but would it kill him to pick up a check every once in awhile? 1. Marillion - 80 Days (Acoustic) 2. Circa – Cut The Ties (Live, Paul Doty engineer) 3. Michael Mullen – The Contradiction Set 4. Porcupine Tree – The Rest Will Flow 5. Manooghi Hi – Om Baba 6. Shooglenifty – Would You Like An Olive, Wes? 7. Thomas Dolby – Budapest By Blimp 8. Billy Sherwood with Colin Moulding and Rick Wakeman – Check Point Karma 9. Yes – Holy Lamb 10. Peter Gabriel – No Self Control (Live) 11. House Of Not – White House 12. Cielo Y Tierra – El Día 13. Gaelic Storm – The Samurai Set 14. Druckfarben – Sons of Anakim 15. Gordon Giltrap and Oliver Wakeman – Maybe Tomorrow 16. The Alan Parsons Project - Breakdown (Roman’s World Edit) 17. Yes – City Of Love (Live) 18. Emmerson Nogueira– You've Got to Hide Your Love Away (Versão Acústica) 19. Roger Hodgson - Only Because Of You/ Lord Is It Mine? (Live) 20. Steve Hackett - Reconditioned Nightmare 21. Strunz and Farah – Tavoos 22. Jon and Vangelis - I Hear You Now 23. Bad Haggis - Bad Haggis 24. Levin Brothers – Jumpin’ Jammies Produced by Paul Doty An Obe Juan Production Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/welcometoromansworld Find us on the web at http://romansworld.us Listen to Paul and Roman on the podcast ICON. Subscribe for free on iTunes. In the iTunes store, search Icon Doty Guzman.
Our good friend, Billy Sherwood, returns to Roman’s World to talk about his latest project. “The idea of assembling a collection of amazing artists from the progressive rock genre all on one record was an especially exciting concept to me. Inspired, I began writing and recording the 7 songs that would become this album. I then sent those recordings out to some of my friends and musical heroes from bands like King Crimson, XTC, Asia, Gentle Giant, and of course my former band Yes.” -Billy Sherwood 1. The Laws Of Nature – with Tony Levin, John Wetton and Jerry Goodman 2. Over Again – with Richard Page 3. Check Point Karma – with Colin Moulding and Rick Wakeman 4. Technical Divide – with Alan Parsons and Gary Green 5. Follow The Signs – with Tony Kaye and John Wesley 6. Social Circles – Annie Haslam and Peter Banks 7. Buried Beneath – with Steve Hillage and Larry Fast Produced by Paul Doty An Obe Juan Production Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/welcometoromansworld Find us on the web at http://romansworld.us Listen to Paul and Roman on the podcast ICON. Subscribe for free on iTunes. In the iTunes store, search Icon Doty Guzman.
Our good friend, Billy Sherwood, returns to Roman’s World to talk about his latest project. “The idea of assembling a collection of amazing artists from the progressive rock genre all on one record was an especially exciting concept to me. Inspired, I began writing and recording the 7 songs that would become this album. I then sent those recordings out to some of my friends and musical heroes from bands like King Crimson, XTC, Asia, Gentle Giant, and of course my former band Yes.” -Billy Sherwood 1. The Laws Of Nature – with Tony Levin, John Wetton and Jerry Goodman 2. Over Again – with Richard Page 3. Check Point Karma – with Colin Moulding and Rick Wakeman 4. Technical Divide – with Alan Parsons and Gary Green 5. Follow The Signs – with Tony Kaye and John Wesley 6. Social Circles – Annie Haslam and Peter Banks 7. Buried Beneath – with Steve Hillage and Larry Fast Produced by Paul Doty An Obe Juan Production Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/welcometoromansworld Find us on the web at http://romansworld.us Listen to Paul and Roman on the podcast ICON. Subscribe for free on iTunes. In the iTunes store, search Icon Doty Guzman.
Colin Moulding of XTC
Special guest Colin Moulding formerly of the wave/rock/pop group XTC, in which he was the bassist and secondary songwriter and vocalist. Though less prolific than bandmate Andy Partridge, he has written many of the group's most popular songs, including their first three UK hit singles: "Life Begins At The Hop", "Making Plans For Nigel", and "Generals and Majors". Moulding contributed five tracks to XTC's album Skylarking, which was produced by Todd Rundgren in 1986.