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Scottish rock band formed in 1977

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La Story Nostalgie
Soft Cell : Les rois de la New Wave cachés derrière l'ombre de « Tainted Love »

La Story Nostalgie

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2026 3:44


Bienvenue au paradis des tubes oubliés. Ils sont tous là, à attendre une petite prière sous la forme d'une écoute en streaming et pourtant vous ne les écoutez pas, ou plus, ou mieux, vous n'en avez jamais entendu parler, alors qu'iriez-vous faire sur la page de ces artistes qui n'ont connu qu'un seul hit !Et parmi tous ces artistes censés n'avoir connu qu'une unique heure de gloire, le groupe Soft Cell est sûrement celui compte le plus de tubes oubliés. Soft Cell, c'est bien sûr, Tainted Love.L'histoire de ce duo électro new wave du nord de l'Angleterre est bien connue. La reprise d'une chanson anglaise façon Motown qui n'avait pas marché dans les années 60 et qui devient le plus grand hit de l'année 1981 à l'échelle de la planète, empochant un record de durée dans le Billboard américain et du nombre de 45 Tours vendus en Grande-Bretagne.Et le suivant ? Ben six mois plus tard N°4 … Bedsitter, et puis le suivant ? N°4 … Say hello wave goodbye, le suivant N°2 … Torch, et le suivant ? N°3 What !Ça vous étonne, hein ? Et pourtant, Soft Cell, c'est alors LE groupe de New Wave ! Oui mais c'est bizarre ! Ah ben justement, être bizarre, c'est la clé pour se faire entendre, passer à la radio et à la télé en Angleterre, en 1981 et 82. Le label qui les a sous contrat s'appelle d'ailleurs Some Bizarre. Le succès de Soft Cell est tel, alors, que le patron du label refile un autre groupe qui les sollicite à un pote fan d'électro car il n'a pas le temps de s'en occuper, le groupe s'appelle Depeche Mode.Alors pourquoi les autres chansons de Soft Cell ne sont-elles pas restées dans nos têtes, ne se sont pas installées avec les années dans le grand inconscient collectif de notre Pop Culture ? Et bien parce que justement Some Bizarre est un label indépendant et que beaucoup de firmes de disques étrangères comme en Belgique, en France, n'ont pas joué le jeu. Si cela avait été une multinationale, la chose aurait sans doute été différente mais Soft Cell, comme les Korgis d'ailleurs, ne joue pas, ou très peu, en public. Nous ne serons pas très nombreux à voir leur unique concert belge au Manhattan à Leuven début 1983.Alors oui, quatre tubes énormes et consécutifs mais uniquement en Grande Bretagne et en Irlande, ce qui est déjà pas mal, si vous les comparez à des artistes français. Mais voilà, c'est Depeche Mode et Simple Minds qui ont pris toute la place et trusté les ventes de disques à partir de là. Alors on est passé à côté de quoi, allez-vous me dire ? Des chansons formidables, qui attendent votre curiosité, comme celle-ci, c'était en 1982, c'était bizarre mais qu'est-ce qu'on a aimé ça.

La Gran Travesía
Dire Straits en el concierto homenaje a Nelson Mandela. 11 de junio 1988 - Acceso anticipado

La Gran Travesía

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2026 59:09


Agradece a este podcast tantas horas de entretenimiento y disfruta de episodios exclusivos como éste. ¡Apóyale en iVoox! Acceso anticipado para Fans - Hoy en La Gran Travesía viajamos hasta el 11 de junio de 1988, con el concierto homenaje a Nelson Mandela en el que actuaron entre otros Sting, Tracy Chapman, Peter Gabriel, Simple Minds, Eurythmics y Dire Straits con Eric Clapton. Hoy os dejamos en exclusiva este concierto último. ▶️ Y ya sabéis, si os gusta el programa y os apetece, podéis apoyarnos y colaborar con nosotros por el simple precio de una cerveza al mes, desde el botón azul de iVoox, y así, además podéis acceder a todo el archivo histórico exclusivo. Muchas gracias también a todos los mecenas y patrocinadores por vuestro apoyo: Alul, Piri, JBsabe, Juan Antonio Méndez Benítez, Antonio Vicente Álvarez, Aida Borrallo, Eduardo Gutiérrez, Rafa Navarro, José Carlos Lozano, Ikatza, Cabe1961, Guillermo Esteban, Diego Román, Raquel, Sergio Rodríguez Rojas, Jose Antonio Moral, Juanito, Octavio Oliva, Igor Gómez Tomás, Matías Ruiz Molina, Eduardo Villaverde Vidal, Víctor Fernández Martínez, Rami, Leo Giménez, Alberto Velasco, Francisco Quintana, Con, Tete García, Marco Landeta Vacas, Oscar García Muñoz, Raquel Parrondo, Nacho, Alberto, Moy, Dani Pérez, Vicente DC, Leticia, Melomanic, Arturo Soriano, Gemma Codina, Raquel Jiménez, Pedro, SGD, Raul Andres, Tomás Pérez, Pablo Pineda, Quim Goday, Enfermerator, Joaquín, Horns Up, Victor Bravo, Francisco González, Marcos Paris, Daniel A, Redneckman, Elliott SF, Miguel Angel Torres, Suibne, Noyatan, Iván Menéndez, Niksisley y a los mecenas anónimos. Escucha este episodio completo y accede a todo el contenido exclusivo de La Gran Travesía. Descubre antes que nadie los nuevos episodios, y participa en la comunidad exclusiva de oyentes en https://go.ivoox.com/sq/489260

RFS: The Metro
The Metro #829

RFS: The Metro

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2026 64:39


This week on The Metro, Rev. Jeff Ivins continues to take you back to the 1980s with the following bands: Iggy Pop, D-Day, Humans, The Housemartins, Matthew Wilder, Simple Minds, Total Coelo, The Sex Pistols, Bonnie Tyler, Pat Benatar, Icicle Works, Nik Kershaw, Psychedelic Furs, ABC, Devo, Living in a Box, and ending off with […]

Album Nerds
Summer in the Cities: Primal Scream & Simple Minds

Album Nerds

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2026 53:05


Our Summer in the Cities tour hits Glasgow, where rain-slicked streets, pub jukeboxes, and all-night clubs blur into a sound that is spiritual, scrappy, and just a bit strange. From gospel rave lift-offs to shimmering stadium dreams, Don and Dude dig into two records that lock Glasgow's grit, melancholy, and imagination into vinyl.The AlbumsPrimal Scream – Screamadelica (1991)Screamadelica catches Primal Scream right as they trade jangly guitars for a heady blend of acid house rhythms, gospel choirs, and dubby studio haze. It feels like a full night out in musical form, moving from joyful, communal peaks to bleary comedowns and ambient drift, all while keeping Glasgow heart and rock soul at the center.Simple Minds – New Gold Dream (81–82–83–84) (1982)New Gold Dream... finds Simple Minds stepping into a luminous, synth-rich sound that feels both glamorous and spiritual. Tight grooves, chiming keyboards, and Jim Kerr's incantatory vocals turn city streets, romantic longing, and big-picture searching into one glowing, hypnotic dream.Diggin' AlbumsCrown Lands – Apocalypse (2026) Modern Canadian prog epic packed with towering riffs, sci-fi storytelling, and a 19-minute title track that pushes their Rush-inspired sound into full-on cosmic saga mode.Nazareth – Hair of the Dog (1975) Gritty Scottish hard rock classic built on thick riffs, snarling vocals, and barroom swagger, capped by the title track and their slow-burning take on "Love Hurts".Ed O'Brien – Blue Morpho (2026) Psychedelic-tinged alt rock from the Radiohead guitarist, exploring change and emotional healing with spacious guitars and gently trippy textures.Bruce Hornsby – Indigo Park (2026) Piano-driven, genre-blurring songs that meditate on memory and time, bringing together rock, jazz, and friends from across his long career.Follow & SupportFollow the show on Instagram, Facebook, Threads, and Bluesky @albumnerds, and support the podcast by subscribing, rating, reviewing, and sharing it with another music obsessive who still loves hearing whole albums front to back.“Glasgow is a brilliant city. It's the only place I've been where I've had a good time and an awful time all at once.” – Billy Connolly

Cita en el Asteroide Edén
Especial BAR GRIS Cita en el asteroide Edén Temp 8 Ep 14

Cita en el Asteroide Edén

Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2026 199:51


Recientemente, se ha clausurado uno de los locales más icónicos, transgresores y longevos de la noche madrileña: el bar GRIS. Abierto hace más de cuatro décadas y comandado por Pablo Rodríguez González, el GRIS era un lugar de tolerancia y diversidad, pero también de sonidos arriesgados, desde el techno pop hasta el post punk, pasando por los sonidos industriales. Y se merece un homenaje, en el que repasaremos su historia, a través de esos hits que sonaron tanto en su pista de baile, como en su inolvidable pantalla. Desfilaran en este repaso THE NEON JUDGEMENT, ZOMBIES, LOS COYOTES, DIVINE, SPANDAU BALLET, ULTRAVOX, HUMAN LEAGUE, TALK TALK, DANZA INVISIBLE, OVIFORMIA SCI, KRAFTWERK, TUBEWAY ARMY, TEARS FOR FEARS, SIMPLE MINDS, ANNE CLARK, DAF, DEPECHE MODE, FAD GADGET, AVIADOR DRO, ECHO & THE BUNNYMEN, X MAL DEUTSCHLAND, PSYCHEDELIC FURS, THE CULT, SISTERS OF MERCY, GABINETE CALIGARI, ALPHAVILLE, MIDNIGHT OIL, INXS, RHEINGOLD, LIO, LES RITA MITSOUKO, WHEN IN ROME, THEN JERICHO, INVISIBLE LIMITS, FRONT 242, BETTY TROUPE, PULP, KLAUS NOMI y VISAGE.

United Church of God Sermons
Simple Hearts, Not Simple Minds

United Church of God Sermons

Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2026 62:44


By Brent Baker - Within God's Word, there are two very different categories of being simple or simplicity. The negative and condemned category names such people as “the simple.” It involves a lack of learning, understanding, as well as the choices and results that flow from that mindset. We will call this “simple

Back to NOW!
NOW 5 - Summer '85: Graeme Thomson

Back to NOW!

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2026 74:25


The Big Pig is back!As July, turned into August in 1985, the world was still basking in the afterglow of, what was already being called the event of the decade. No, not the ceasing production of the Sinclair C5, or even the latest episode of Blind Date with our Cilla. Live Aid had defined the coming together of all things pop for a generation, in the name of raising money for African famine. And those bands and artists who graced the stages in London and Philadelphia (well, perhaps not Adam Ant, as we say) were feeling the seismic effect of not only the public's affection - but also their pocket money. Duran Duran, Paul Young, Simple Minds, U2 and others (still, sorry , not you Adam) were enjoying plenty of success. And the loudest and most exciting shirt of the summer did not belong to BBC's Mark Ellen or David Hepworth, it was the iconic NOW pig. Yes, NOW That's What I Call Music 5 not only provided THE soundtrack to our summer in 1985, it also gave us the most gloriously techicoloured album cover. How exciting was that list of stars?And joining me for this episode to share his memories of this classic summer of music is journalist and author Graeme Thomson.And what can you expect? Duran Duran climb the Eiffel Tower. UK funk and soul makes a move for the charts through the fantastic sounds of Fine Young Cannibals, Simply Red and Jaki Graham. Graeme shares why 80s Bowie deserves attention, how Marillion (and a band T-Shirt!) made an early impact on his listening, what Jim Kerr told him about Don't You Forget About Me and why U2 needed to evolve to survive. But significantly, join us as we discuss how compilation albums take us back, tell real stories of a period and revel in how important pop music for all of us in our formative years and has the ability to stay with us as we move through our lives.And enjoy Graeme's reflections on his latest book, In Another World: The Four Seasons of Talk Talk, and the iconic sounds of a quite unique band.Step aside from life in 2026 for an hour or so, and join us back in a time when it really was great to be alive. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

That Indie Thing with Rob
Going Indieground 291

That Indie Thing with Rob

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2026


Catch up with or listen again to Going Indieground broadcast on Mad Wasp Radio week commencing 18 May 2026. On this show you can hear:Simple Minds – Love SongSwell Maps – Vertical Slum – Forest Fire (Peel Session)Siddeleys – Sunshine ThuggerySiouxsie & the Banshees – Placebo EffectShop Assistants – Safety NetShenhai – Follow MeSmiths – … Continue reading →

Prost Punk - der Post-Punk-Podcast
Instrumental Postpunk

Prost Punk - der Post-Punk-Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2026 54:57


Post-Punk-Songs ohne Gesang - darum geht es in dieser Folge. Viele Bands haben reine Instrumentals produziert. Als Intros, als Single-B-Seiten, als "Lückenfüller" oder als eigenständige Tracks. Und wenn man sich auf die Suche danach begibt, ist man erstaunt, was man alles findet. Lasst euch also überraschen, wie vielseitig Instrumentals sein können und welche Bands solche Songs im Repertoire haben. Mit dabei sind Die Haut, The Cure, The Sisters Of Mercy, New Order, Depeche Mode, Ultravox, Killing Joke, And Also The Trees, Yello, Simple Minds und noch viele andere. Eine Playlist aller Tracks ist unterhalb der Podcastbeschreibung verlinkt. Mail an: prost-punk@web.deAbonniert diesen Podcast und folgt uns auf ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠und / oder ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Arizona's Morning News
Back on this day in 1985, Simple Minds' "Don't You Forget About Me" hit number one on the charts.

Arizona's Morning News

Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2026 2:02


Back on this day in 1985, Simple Minds' "Don't You Forget About Me" hit number one on the charts.  KTAR Timeline is brought to you by Beatitudes Campus. 

RTL2 : Pop Rock Party
MIX2 - Coldplay, Simple Minds, Red Hot Chili Peppers dans RTL2 Pop-Rock Party (15/05/26)

RTL2 : Pop Rock Party

Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2026 55:26


Coldplay - Feelslikeimfallinginlove Sheryl Crow - All I Wanna Do Olivia Dean - Man I Need Ed Sheeran - Sing Two Door Cinema Club - Something Good Can Work Sparks - When I'm With You Simple Minds - Alive And Kicking Spin Doctors - Two Princes Linkin Park - Breaking The Habit Muse - Dead Inside OMD - Souvenir Fun Lovin' Criminals - Scooby Snacks Raye Feat. Mark Ronson - Suzanne George Michael - Too Funky PM Dawn - Set Adrift Memory Bliss Red Hot Chili Peppers - Dani California Hébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

La Story Nostalgie
Trevor Horn : L'alchimiste de Notting Hill qui a sculpté le son des années 80

La Story Nostalgie

Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2026 4:02


Il arrive un moment dans la vie d'un artiste où il ne doit plus courir après le monde, c'est lui qui vient désormais frapper à sa porte. Jour et nuit.Alors oui, dans les années 80, tout le monde sait dans le métier de la musique qu'un single prometteur, passé dans les mains de Trevor Horn, prend soudain l'allure d'un classique. Il est devenu pour les maisons de disques celui qui sait transformer l'or en platine.Son quartier général de Notting Hill tourne presque sans arrêt. Horn adore cet endroit parce qu'il peut y faire ce qu'il aime le plus : recommencer vingt fois un détail que personne d'autre n'aurait remarqué.Et à force de produire les autres, il finit par vouloir aller encore plus loin. Avec Paul Morley, Anne Dudley et quelques complices, il lance The Art of Noise. Le principe est simple et révolutionnaire : chaque son, n'importe lequel, peut devenir de la musique. Un bruit de porte, un cri, une caisse claire, une phrase volée. On découpe, on colle, on déforme, c'est l'Art du bruit. (Close to the edit)Puis arrive de Liverpool une bande de mecs décidés à faire du bruit qui porte le nom très bizarre de Frankie Goes to Hollywood. Trevor Horn comprend tout de suite qu'ils ont des refrains énormes et une indécence parfaite pour l'époque. Il reprend leur titre Relax, booste les basses et change la rythmique, soigne chaque montée et transforme le morceau en machine irrésistible.La suite, elle, ressemble à un défilé triomphal : trois numéros un consécutifs, trois climats différents, mais une seule signature derrière le triple vitrage de la cabine du studio. En 1984, c'est Trevor Horn qui donne le tempo de la décennie. Pas étonnant qu'on vienne enregistrer chez lui l'hymne du Band Aid.À la fin des années 80, c'est au tour de deux Londoniens de la banlieue qui cherchent un nouveau souffle pour leur pop électronique. Ah on les connaît déjà, et pas un peu, les Pet Shop Boys ont leur style et leurs tubes. Mais Trevor Horn va leur offrir de l'ampleur.Il ouvre les fenêtres, fait entrer les cordes, et par la porte de la cave, fait remonter une majesté typiquement british trop longtemps enfouie. Et alors que les années 80 s'étirent vers leur fin, quand Simple Minds fait aussi appel à lui, tout un symbole, Trevor Horn leur donne un souffle insoupçonné.Et donc, quand le Mandela Day des Minds et le It's Alright des Pet Shop Boys passent à la radio en 1989, ces années bénies sont presque derrière nous. D'autres modes s'annoncent, d'autres sons arrivent. Mais avant de quitter la scène, elles ont encore le temps de tirer leur révérence avec panache, écoutez !Et si vous vous dites qu'on n'a pas fait mieux depuis ces années 80, en écoutant toutes ces chansons, ces titres produits par Trevor Horn, vous n'êtes pas loin d'avoir raison.

Radio UdeC Podcast
Contemplando el Horizonte - abril 27

Radio UdeC Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2026 32:16


Billy Idol, Tears for Fears, Eurythmics, Duran Duran, Simple Minds.

Suburban Underground
Son Of More Forgotten 1980s College Radio Songs, Pt 2

Suburban Underground

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2026 66:36


This is the 2nd of two installments of songs that Steve played on his college radio show but never played on Suburban Underground...but probably should have.  In this show you will hear Simple Minds, Goanna, Hanoi Rocks, New Musik, Robert Ellis Orrall, The Bangles, The Sherbs, Blondie, Alphaville, Australian Crawl, Billy Bragg, Hoodoo Gurus, Peter Godwin, Bow Wow Wow and The Call. On most podcast platforms. Facebook: SuburbanUndergroundRadio     Instagram: SuburbanUnderground     #newwave #altrock #alternativerock #punkrock #indierock

#LeDriveRTL2
Rock Trip : l'Écosse

#LeDriveRTL2

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2026 6:47


Ce jeudi, le "Rock Trip" de Margaux Lassalle dans LeDriveRTL2 nous emmène explorer les terres sauvages de l'Écosse ! Entre les mystères du Loch Ness, les ruelles envoûtantes d'Édimbourg, le traditionnel haggis et le son inimitable de la cornemuse, cette nation du Royaume-Uni regorge de trésors culturels et d'une histoire fascinante. Côté musique, l'Écosse est une véritable pépinière de talents ! Margaux retrace ce riche héritage rock et pop en passant par des icônes mondiales comme Simple Minds, Annie Lennox (Eurythmics) ou Franz Ferdinand. Le voyage se poursuit avec les incontournables de la scène alternative : la noise pop culte de The Jesus and Mary Chain, les tubes de Travis, les lives mémorables de Biffy Clyro, et même un détour par le "pirate metal" d'Alestorm ! Un joli clin d'œil aux terres de Marjorie Hache. Pour clore cette étape écossaise dans la bonne humeur, découvrez sur RTL2 l'hymne folk/rock "I'm Gonna Be (500 Miles)" du célèbre duo de jumeaux The Proclaimers, à écouter en intégralité ! Hébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Suburban Underground
Forgotten 1980s College Radio Songs

Suburban Underground

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2026 73:39


This week, Steve pulled from out of the archives of his 80s college radio show, songs that he played on the air in college and probably SHOULD HAVE played on the air during Suburban Underground's run, but never did.  In this show you will hear some familiar artists and some unfamiliar: Eighth Route Army, Mission Of Burma, O Positive, This Mortal Coil, The Things, Miracle Legion, Simple Minds, Ministry, Cabaret Voltaire, Siouxsie & The Banshees, Squirrel Bait, Naked Prey, Shriekback, Volcano Suns, Flesh For Lulu and Devo. On most podcast platforms. Facebook: SuburbanUndergroundRadio     Instagram: SuburbanUnderground     #newwave #altrock #alternativerock #punkrock #indierock

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RFS: The Metro
The Metro #819

RFS: The Metro

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2026 63:15


This week on The Metro, Rev. Jeff Ivins brings you these bands for your listening pleasure: Simple Minds, Stray Cats, Social Distortion, Huey Lewis & The News, Flirts, Adam & The Ants, Romeo Void, Culture Club, Haysi Fantayzee, Missing Persons, Maria McKee, The Blasters, After The Fire, The Boomtown Rats, and closes out with some […]

Suburban Underground
80s New Wave Dance Party

Suburban Underground

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2026 116:57


This week, Steve is putting out an uninterrupted 80s New Wave Dance Party. Sorry that its a little long. Listen to it on a road trip or while painting or something. Steve puts his dance mix skills to work. (Spoiler: he's not a pro at that but he has his moments.) You will hear artist: OMD, Peter Gabriel, Depeche Mode, Billy Idol, The Cure, Alphaville, Simple Minds, Ministry, INXS, Fiction Factory, New Order, Tears For Fears, Tin Tin, Duran Duran, Peter Godwin, Kim Wilde. On most podcast platforms. Facebook: SuburbanUndergroundRadio     Instagram: SuburbanUnderground     #newwave #altrock #alternativerock #punkrock #indierock

Trve. Cvlt. Pop!
Ep.174: Gizz Butt Takes the 5 Album Challenge

Trve. Cvlt. Pop!

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2026 119:52


Hello, it's another episode of Trve. Cvlt. Pop!, it's all about music stuff innit.On this weeks show, Steve and Gaz are joined by UK punk legend Gizz Butt, known for his work in English Dogs, The Prodigy, Janus Stark and many, many more, Gizz picks five albums from his illustrious career for us to pick through.There's also reviews on new albums from Neurosis, Chalk, Elucid & Sebb Bash and Worries and Other Plants, and live reports on recent shows by Carpenter Brut, A and Elbow. There's also a long lost lovely arena rock rager from Simple Minds.

RTL2 : Pop Rock Party
MIX1 - Simple Minds, U2, Phoenix dans RTL2 Pop-Rock Party (27/03/26)

RTL2 : Pop Rock Party

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2026 55:07


Simple Minds - Don't You Linkin Park - Numb The Clash - Should I Stay Or Should I Go Coldplay - Adventure Of A Lifetime Gnarls Barkley - Crazy Sabrina Carpenter - Tears U2 - With Or Without You (Teemid remix) Elton John & Dua Lipa - Cold Heart (Pnau remix) Wolf Alice - Just Two Girls Miley Cyrus - Nothing Breaks Like A Heart Harry Styles - Late Night Talking Sombr - Undressed Phoenix - If I Ever Feel Better Madonna - Music Queen - I Want To Break Free (Ivan Santana remix) Garbage - Stupid Girl Hébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

SteamyStory
My Sexuality Class Lab Partner: Part 2

SteamyStory

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2026


Preparing For Tuesday's Cunnilingus Class.By Quinn_McMullen. Listen to the Podcast at Steamy Stories.Story RecapI'm Dan, a senior majoring in mechanical engineering. I needed two general education requirements to complete my degree, at a university in the Chicago area. It's a cold January, on campus. I was able to enroll in an English literature class and Dr. Martin’s Sociology 369 Human Sexuality course, for the second semester.On the first day of class, we learned about male and female orgasms. Dr. Martin allowed students to submit a standard analysis and reading notes or to provide an alternative assignment. The first alternative assignment was to masturbate either alone or with an observer and report on our experience.Hannah, a coed was sitting in class next to me. I asked to be her partner. While we were trying to get comfortable with one another, we ended up having sex.DinnerAs I sat with Hannah at dinner, I had so many questions I wanted to ask her, but she started off.She looked me in the eye, “So you’re what? Twenty two? Twenty three?"Twenty two.”“I’m twenty one. So, I have to say that I am not normally that aggressive. I don’t know what came over me.”“I thought it was wonderful.”Hannah nodded, “I’m sure you did, but I’m not sure what happened. I had every intention in the world of sitting there with you, reading until dinner. And then.” She averted her gaze, then looked back into my eyes, “Then I just wanted you. I can’t explain it. I’ve never started anything with a guy before. It has always been the guy coming on to me.”“I really didn’t mind. It was definitely a gift. Guys often leave a gal frustrated because they can't work up the nerve to initiate things. Especially when the gal is as gorgeous as you.”Hannah reached out and touched my hand, "Ah, thanks! Dan, it’s okay. I guess I’m just trying to understand my actions. It was so out of character for me.”“Maybe you’re comfortable with me. I hope, anyway?”She laughed, “Undoubtedly. You’re a really nice guy.” She released my hand, “No, more than that. I know we just met, but I feel like you care about me as a person. I just hope that by being the initiator, I haven’t made you not like me.”“Hannah, I would never think that. You are self-confident, that’s all. You're very respectful and sensitive. You weren't pushy at all.”“See, that’s the thing. I’ve never really been all that self-confident. Certainly not when it comes to sex.”“How much sex have you,” I stopped myself. “I'm sorry. That's not polite for me to ask.”"No, I'm okay with talking to you about it. There was my date for the senior prom. Spring semester freshman year I had a boyfriend for a couple of weeks. Probably had sex two or three times with him. Sophomore year I had sex a couple of more times. Once over the summer. Once with Jeff last semester. Altogether, I’ve probably had sex less than ten times in my entire life. Not counting Sterling.”“Sterling?” I was puzzled.“Sterling is my chrome vibrator.” Hannah explained. “Until today, only Sterling could reliably bring me to orgasms. Today was the first time someone not named Sterling, gave me an orgasm. How about you?”“I wouldn’t say that I’m promiscuous, but I’ve had sex a lot more than that. It was always in a relationship. Let’s see, I’ve been intimate with five girlfriends. This was the first time I had sex with someone on the first day I met them.”“Same here. I hope you didn’t mind.”“Do I in any way look like I didn't have the time of my life? Not at all. It was amazing. Maybe it was a desire to try out some of the things we learned in class.”Hannah smiled, “Well you tried out something you learned. Did you rub my g spot?”“Yeah. It was all wrinkly.” I added. “Nothing like a good hands-on lab project.”“I was already cumming and then that sent me into orbit. Holy shit.” Hannah exclaimed.“As an observer, that was pretty cool. I obviously ‘pressed your button', right?” I gloated."Observer? Dan, you did that to me. You were my lover. Come to think of it, you propped me up so you could screw me like that dildo in the film.”“I did.” I proudly admitted.“That was quite creative.” She marveled.“Thanks.” I grinned.We ate in silence for several minutes. It wasn’t the least bit awkward though.Hannah stopped eating, “Normally I would try to fill silence. I don’t feel like I have to. It’s like we’re two old married people that are completely comfortable with each other.”I stopped eating, “You’re right. I don’t know very much about you, but it’s like I’ve known you a long time.”She nodded and continued eating. Another minute of silence passed.I reached out and touched her hand, “Do you believe in fate?”“I haven’t given it much thought.” She wondered where this was going.“I mean, what are the odds that I would have to sit next to you, you would ask me to be your partner, and we would hit it off so well?”“Look it, Dan. I’m not a religious person. I’m sure there is a perfectly good probability that that would happen.”I nodded, “Okay, but the odds are not that high.”“That two random college students sitting next to one another would become friends, partners, and lovers? It think they are very high. That those two people would be you and me, that’s just the universe rolling the dice.” She squelched my sentimentality.She was right, but the thought was disappointing. I pulled my hand back.Hannah grabbed my hand, “Dan, I feel like I just burst a bubble on you.”“Yeah. Maybe. A little. I had the thought that maybe someone was looking out for us and;”“If it makes you feel any better, “ she interrupted; “I could very well be wrong. I agree that it is very cool that you sat down next to me. Whatever force in the universe made that happen, I’m very grateful. Done eating?”“Yeah.”The LibraryTo avoid temptation, we agreed to study together in the library. About nine we headed to Hannah’s room. The cold and wind had eased a bit, making it easier to talk.Once outside, Hannah took my hand, “How should we decide who goes first?”“I don’t have a problem going first.”Hannah laughed, “I’m kind of excited. I’ve never seen a guy get himself off.”“I guess that’s a reason Dr. Miller said we could have an observer.”I held the door for her when we got to her dorm. Inside her room I took off my jacket.Hannah stopped to watch me, “This feels very clinical again. Could I undress you?”“Sure.”Hannah came over to me and put her hands behind my neck, “Maybe some mood-setting would help too.” She went on tip-toe and kissed me, “Yes. That’s what we need.” She turned on her stereo. In a couple seconds, Simple Minds was playing ‘Don't you Forget About Me'.She pulled me to her bed, sat down, and pulled me down with her, “Much better.”We lay side-by-side, exploring each other’s mouth. I finally pulled her on top of me so I could hold her ass cheeks. She seems to love having her ass caressed.After several minutes of necking I spoke into her mouth, “I think I’m ready.”“I feel something.” She said with a horny wink. Her mix tape was now playing Rick Astley, singing ‘Never Gunna Give You Up'. I'm guessing this was Hannah's mood music for when she pleasured herself. But that was her business. I just decided to enjoy the moment.Hannah rolled off me and I stood up. I pulled my shirt off and dropped my jeans, standing there in my partially tented boxers.“Ready?”She smiled and I let my boxers fall to my ankles, flipping them across the room with a flick of my foot. I slowly stroked my tumescent cock.Hannah stood up, “I think I promised to let you see me naked to help get you aroused.”“You did.” I recalled.“Why don’t you sit on the bed and let me give you something to get aroused about.”I climbed up to the headboard and placed a pillow behind my back. Hannah began a little bump and grind strip tease. I pulled on my cock to firm it up. By now her mix tape was playing Tears for Fears, singing ‘Everybody Wants To Rule the World' with its sultry beat.She turned away from me and pulled her shirt off. She swiveled her jean-clad hips, then kicked off her shoes. Hannah loved to dance and it's clear she was very good at it. Somehow her socks went flying. She stepped up onto the bed and stood above me, one leg on either side.She placed her hands on the wall to balance herself and then placed her foot on my cock, “Let me rub that for you.”I wouldn’t call it rubbing, but she did move her foot up and down on my shaft. It wasn’t exactly effective and soon she was back standing on the floor. She turned away and dropped her jeans to the floor. Hannah flipped them aside with her foot, then climbed back up on the bed. Standing above me in her bra and panties was more arousing. She stepped forward so that her crotch was inches from my face.I leaned forward, pressed my nose into her crotch, and took a deep breath, “God, you smell good.” Her pheromones made a beeline to my cock.Hannah stepped back on the floor and removed her bra and panties, “Sorry, I’m not very creative with a strip tease.”“I appreciate the creativity” I encouraged her.“Thanks. How about if I just stand here in all my nakedness?”“That works.”I was rock hard now and it was easy to stroke myself. I was thinking I needed some lube when Hannah crawled up on the bed and got very close to my cock.She smiled, “I’m observing.”I laughed.Hannah ran her hand down my thigh, “Perhaps you should position yourself so that I can see your asshole. I need to know if it contracts when you cum.”“Oh. Okay.”I slouched down at her headboard. I placed my feet so that my legs were spread  out and knees bent; and she had a good view of my anus. She was kneeling in front of me. I licked my stroke hand to provide some lubrication. Now her stereo was playing A-Ha. The cut was ‘Take On Me'.Hannah said, “I can provide some saliva.” She leaned forward dribbled some spit on the head of my cock.I smiled, “That’s helpful.”“But probably not enough.” She grabbed my stroke hand and placed her mouth on my cock, sucking away.“I think that defeats the purpose of the assignment.”She came off for a moment, “I don’t care.”Hannah soon had my entire shaft wet with saliva. She stroked me with her hands while sucking and churning the head in her mouth. The stereo filled the room with ‘Shout' from Tears For Fears. When I groaned my appreciation, I felt her finger at my ass. I think she had her juices on her finger because she slipped right in. She found my prostate.“Oh god, Hannah. Hannah. Cumming. I’m cumming.” The stereo rumbled; “Shout, shout, let it all out”.Everything sped up, her mouth, her fingers rubbing in my ass. I grabbed my knees and pulled my legs toward me. The point of no return approached and my world narrowed to my cock and ass. My body started quaking uncontrollably. Hannah’s eyes were locked in on mine as she swallowed everything I shot. I threw my head back as my orgasm continued. All I could feel was her fingers rubbing my prostate and her mouth on my cock, churning, sucking, licking. I tried to say something, but a croaking sound came out.Suddenly my cock was beyond sensitive, “Please.” I released my knees and held her face, “Please.”“Stop?” She asked for clarification.“Yes.”Hannah climbed up and lay down next to me. She kissed me with closed lips. I grabbed her face and probed my tongue into her salty mouth.She eased off, “That’s cool that you don’t mind kissing me. I had a guy that wouldn’t kiss me after he came in my mouth. By the way, I used what they did in the movie in class. It works.”“Wow, Does it ever.” I blurted out.“Your whole body was shaking.” She told me.“Thank you, Hannah. That was amazing. If you let me recover for a couple minutes, I would love to return the favor.”“Offer accepted,” Hannah said as she swung her leg over me and stared kissing me again.After a few minutes of necking I was ready to go, “Why don’t you lie back and see what I can do for you.”Something told me to hold off on straight licking. I decided to kiss her ear lobes and then went for her nipples. I licked my way across her stomach and stopped at her pubes to breathe in her scent.Her clit was prominent at the top of her slit and her inner labia extended out a little. She had shaved her labia. I lapped up her juices, then moved to her clit.I looked up at Hannah. Her eyes were locked in on me.She whispered, “Maybe not straight, constant licking. Ease up a little from time to time so I don’t get numb.”I followed her advice. Eurythmics was filling the room with a hypnotic spell from ‘Sweet Dreams Are Made of These.'Hannah grabbed her nipples and was rolling them, “Oh, Dan. Oh.” I assumed that was a signal that she was cumming. I probed into her vagina and found her g spot.“Ah.” Hannah’s vagina started contracting. She arched her back and I could hear her panting. She forcibly pressed my forehead away from her crotch. I kept rubbing her g spot.Then Hannah wrapped her legs around my head and began bucking her hips. I took this as some kind of signal to stop.Slowly her body relaxed, “Oh my god. Dan, come up here.”I climbed up next to her.“That was so nice. Let’s climb in under the covers. I want to snuggle with you.”As I held her, I whispered, “I can see why people sleep with each other. This is cozy.”“Very cozy.” I concurred.The mix tape faded to  Sinéad O'Connor sang ‘Nothing Compares 2 U.'  I faded to slumber.Sleeping With HannahAs I emerged from sleep, I sensed a warm body next to me. When I opened my eyes, it was dark. I saw a lighted alarm clock across the room. I tried to place where I was and then I remembered. Hannah.When I emerged from sleep again, the room was light. I lay still, savoring the moment. We lay like spoons. My arm was under Hannah’s head. Her ass was pressed up against me and I had a bit of morning wood. My other hand was on her hip. She felt so silky and soft.After a bit of time, Hannah stirred.She rolled over, “Good morning.”“Good morning, Hannah.”“Is this one of those mythical morning woodies?”“Not mythical. I wake up with one on a regular basis.”“So, it isn’t because of me.”“No, but I have to say that sleeping with you is just short of heavenly.”“Agreed. Shall we start our day?”“I could use a shower.”“So could I. I wish I could take one with you, but the other girls on the floor might be either offended or jealous.”BreakfastOver breakfast, Hannah asked, “So, what do you think about Elizabeth Bennet?”“Elizabeth Bennet? Do I know her?”“From Pride and Prejudice?”“Oh. Yes.” I remembered. “ Kind of early in the book, but I have to say that the situation that her and her sisters are in is horrible.”“Things were not good for women back in jolly old England. I think that’s the 1800s. Or anywhere else for that matter.”“She sounds like someone I would like to know.” I said. “She seems smart, independent. She’s got a very strong will. Probably a lot like you.”Hannah smiled, “Thanks. And you’re still early in the book. What do you think of Jane Austen’s writing?”“Love it. So lyrical.”Friday Masturbation AssignmentOn Friday afternoon, we finally got around to conducting our masturbation assignment. Here is what I wrote for Dr. Miller:My observer was Hannah. She was also my partner as you will see.I positioned myself on my bed so that my partner could observe me. I made sure my legs were such that she could see my anus. By mutual agreement, we were both naked so that I would be aroused by her body. Hannah has a beautiful body. I began pulling on my penis to get it hard. It did not take long given the goddess in front of me. Normally I would use saliva to lubricate myself, but my partner allowed me to use some of her vaginal juice as lubrication. It was much slicker and much more effective.Once I was hard, I stroked myself in the usual manner, focusing on the head of my penis and the sensitive edge. I am circumcised and the scar is a little sensitive as well. My partner asked me to let her know when I was getting close. I focused on her charms and after several minutes, I felt my orgasm approaching. I let my partner know.Hannah slipped two lubricated fingers into my anus and massaged my prostate just like the film we saw in class. The ensuing orgasm was one of the most intense experiences of my life. All my focus centered on my erection and my prostate. As I came, my body began shaking uncontrollably. I shot my load all over my chest. There were three distinct strings of cum, plus a smaller fourth string. Once I shot my load, I stopped stroking myself because of sensitivity, but my partner kept rubbing my prostate and the intense orgasm continued for about 30 seconds.Unlike a regular orgasm, this was much more of a whole-body orgasm. The shaking lasted as long as Hannah rubbed my prostate.Afterwards I was exhausted. We both tasted my semen. It was a little salty and a little musky. My partner thought it tasted a little like mushrooms.Here is Hannah’s submission:I positioned myself on the bed with my legs spread so that my partner (Dan) could observe me. I have a fantasy that I use to arouse myself. I imagine kissing a movie star. Dan said he would sit in for the movie star. Plus, he was naked and in person! He let me run my fingers through his chest hair and hold his penis. After we had been kissing for a while, I thought I was ready. My partner moved back and I began rubbing my clit in my usual way small, quick

Steamy Stories Podcast
My Sexuality Class Lab Partner: Part 2

Steamy Stories Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2026


Preparing For Tuesday's Cunnilingus Class.By Quinn_McMullen. Listen to the Podcast at Steamy Stories.Story RecapI'm Dan, a senior majoring in mechanical engineering. I needed two general education requirements to complete my degree, at a university in the Chicago area. It's a cold January, on campus. I was able to enroll in an English literature class and Dr. Martin’s Sociology 369 Human Sexuality course, for the second semester.On the first day of class, we learned about male and female orgasms. Dr. Martin allowed students to submit a standard analysis and reading notes or to provide an alternative assignment. The first alternative assignment was to masturbate either alone or with an observer and report on our experience.Hannah, a coed was sitting in class next to me. I asked to be her partner. While we were trying to get comfortable with one another, we ended up having sex.DinnerAs I sat with Hannah at dinner, I had so many questions I wanted to ask her, but she started off.She looked me in the eye, “So you’re what? Twenty two? Twenty three?"Twenty two.”“I’m twenty one. So, I have to say that I am not normally that aggressive. I don’t know what came over me.”“I thought it was wonderful.”Hannah nodded, “I’m sure you did, but I’m not sure what happened. I had every intention in the world of sitting there with you, reading until dinner. And then.” She averted her gaze, then looked back into my eyes, “Then I just wanted you. I can’t explain it. I’ve never started anything with a guy before. It has always been the guy coming on to me.”“I really didn’t mind. It was definitely a gift. Guys often leave a gal frustrated because they can't work up the nerve to initiate things. Especially when the gal is as gorgeous as you.”Hannah reached out and touched my hand, "Ah, thanks! Dan, it’s okay. I guess I’m just trying to understand my actions. It was so out of character for me.”“Maybe you’re comfortable with me. I hope, anyway?”She laughed, “Undoubtedly. You’re a really nice guy.” She released my hand, “No, more than that. I know we just met, but I feel like you care about me as a person. I just hope that by being the initiator, I haven’t made you not like me.”“Hannah, I would never think that. You are self-confident, that’s all. You're very respectful and sensitive. You weren't pushy at all.”“See, that’s the thing. I’ve never really been all that self-confident. Certainly not when it comes to sex.”“How much sex have you,” I stopped myself. “I'm sorry. That's not polite for me to ask.”"No, I'm okay with talking to you about it. There was my date for the senior prom. Spring semester freshman year I had a boyfriend for a couple of weeks. Probably had sex two or three times with him. Sophomore year I had sex a couple of more times. Once over the summer. Once with Jeff last semester. Altogether, I’ve probably had sex less than ten times in my entire life. Not counting Sterling.”“Sterling?” I was puzzled.“Sterling is my chrome vibrator.” Hannah explained. “Until today, only Sterling could reliably bring me to orgasms. Today was the first time someone not named Sterling, gave me an orgasm. How about you?”“I wouldn’t say that I’m promiscuous, but I’ve had sex a lot more than that. It was always in a relationship. Let’s see, I’ve been intimate with five girlfriends. This was the first time I had sex with someone on the first day I met them.”“Same here. I hope you didn’t mind.”“Do I in any way look like I didn't have the time of my life? Not at all. It was amazing. Maybe it was a desire to try out some of the things we learned in class.”Hannah smiled, “Well you tried out something you learned. Did you rub my g spot?”“Yeah. It was all wrinkly.” I added. “Nothing like a good hands-on lab project.”“I was already cumming and then that sent me into orbit. Holy shit.” Hannah exclaimed.“As an observer, that was pretty cool. I obviously ‘pressed your button', right?” I gloated."Observer? Dan, you did that to me. You were my lover. Come to think of it, you propped me up so you could screw me like that dildo in the film.”“I did.” I proudly admitted.“That was quite creative.” She marveled.“Thanks.” I grinned.We ate in silence for several minutes. It wasn’t the least bit awkward though.Hannah stopped eating, “Normally I would try to fill silence. I don’t feel like I have to. It’s like we’re two old married people that are completely comfortable with each other.”I stopped eating, “You’re right. I don’t know very much about you, but it’s like I’ve known you a long time.”She nodded and continued eating. Another minute of silence passed.I reached out and touched her hand, “Do you believe in fate?”“I haven’t given it much thought.” She wondered where this was going.“I mean, what are the odds that I would have to sit next to you, you would ask me to be your partner, and we would hit it off so well?”“Look it, Dan. I’m not a religious person. I’m sure there is a perfectly good probability that that would happen.”I nodded, “Okay, but the odds are not that high.”“That two random college students sitting next to one another would become friends, partners, and lovers? It think they are very high. That those two people would be you and me, that’s just the universe rolling the dice.” She squelched my sentimentality.She was right, but the thought was disappointing. I pulled my hand back.Hannah grabbed my hand, “Dan, I feel like I just burst a bubble on you.”“Yeah. Maybe. A little. I had the thought that maybe someone was looking out for us and;”“If it makes you feel any better, “ she interrupted; “I could very well be wrong. I agree that it is very cool that you sat down next to me. Whatever force in the universe made that happen, I’m very grateful. Done eating?”“Yeah.”The LibraryTo avoid temptation, we agreed to study together in the library. About nine we headed to Hannah’s room. The cold and wind had eased a bit, making it easier to talk.Once outside, Hannah took my hand, “How should we decide who goes first?”“I don’t have a problem going first.”Hannah laughed, “I’m kind of excited. I’ve never seen a guy get himself off.”“I guess that’s a reason Dr. Miller said we could have an observer.”I held the door for her when we got to her dorm. Inside her room I took off my jacket.Hannah stopped to watch me, “This feels very clinical again. Could I undress you?”“Sure.”Hannah came over to me and put her hands behind my neck, “Maybe some mood-setting would help too.” She went on tip-toe and kissed me, “Yes. That’s what we need.” She turned on her stereo. In a couple seconds, Simple Minds was playing ‘Don't you Forget About Me'.She pulled me to her bed, sat down, and pulled me down with her, “Much better.”We lay side-by-side, exploring each other’s mouth. I finally pulled her on top of me so I could hold her ass cheeks. She seems to love having her ass caressed.After several minutes of necking I spoke into her mouth, “I think I’m ready.”“I feel something.” She said with a horny wink. Her mix tape was now playing Rick Astley, singing ‘Never Gunna Give You Up'. I'm guessing this was Hannah's mood music for when she pleasured herself. But that was her business. I just decided to enjoy the moment.Hannah rolled off me and I stood up. I pulled my shirt off and dropped my jeans, standing there in my partially tented boxers.“Ready?”She smiled and I let my boxers fall to my ankles, flipping them across the room with a flick of my foot. I slowly stroked my tumescent cock.Hannah stood up, “I think I promised to let you see me naked to help get you aroused.”“You did.” I recalled.“Why don’t you sit on the bed and let me give you something to get aroused about.”I climbed up to the headboard and placed a pillow behind my back. Hannah began a little bump and grind strip tease. I pulled on my cock to firm it up. By now her mix tape was playing Tears for Fears, singing ‘Everybody Wants To Rule the World' with its sultry beat.She turned away from me and pulled her shirt off. She swiveled her jean-clad hips, then kicked off her shoes. Hannah loved to dance and it's clear she was very good at it. Somehow her socks went flying. She stepped up onto the bed and stood above me, one leg on either side.She placed her hands on the wall to balance herself and then placed her foot on my cock, “Let me rub that for you.”I wouldn’t call it rubbing, but she did move her foot up and down on my shaft. It wasn’t exactly effective and soon she was back standing on the floor. She turned away and dropped her jeans to the floor. Hannah flipped them aside with her foot, then climbed back up on the bed. Standing above me in her bra and panties was more arousing. She stepped forward so that her crotch was inches from my face.I leaned forward, pressed my nose into her crotch, and took a deep breath, “God, you smell good.” Her pheromones made a beeline to my cock.Hannah stepped back on the floor and removed her bra and panties, “Sorry, I’m not very creative with a strip tease.”“I appreciate the creativity” I encouraged her.“Thanks. How about if I just stand here in all my nakedness?”“That works.”I was rock hard now and it was easy to stroke myself. I was thinking I needed some lube when Hannah crawled up on the bed and got very close to my cock.She smiled, “I’m observing.”I laughed.Hannah ran her hand down my thigh, “Perhaps you should position yourself so that I can see your asshole. I need to know if it contracts when you cum.”“Oh. Okay.”I slouched down at her headboard. I placed my feet so that my legs were spread  out and knees bent; and she had a good view of my anus. She was kneeling in front of me. I licked my stroke hand to provide some lubrication. Now her stereo was playing A-Ha. The cut was ‘Take On Me'.Hannah said, “I can provide some saliva.” She leaned forward dribbled some spit on the head of my cock.I smiled, “That’s helpful.”“But probably not enough.” She grabbed my stroke hand and placed her mouth on my cock, sucking away.“I think that defeats the purpose of the assignment.”She came off for a moment, “I don’t care.”Hannah soon had my entire shaft wet with saliva. She stroked me with her hands while sucking and churning the head in her mouth. The stereo filled the room with ‘Shout' from Tears For Fears. When I groaned my appreciation, I felt her finger at my ass. I think she had her juices on her finger because she slipped right in. She found my prostate.“Oh god, Hannah. Hannah. Cumming. I’m cumming.” The stereo rumbled; “Shout, shout, let it all out”.Everything sped up, her mouth, her fingers rubbing in my ass. I grabbed my knees and pulled my legs toward me. The point of no return approached and my world narrowed to my cock and ass. My body started quaking uncontrollably. Hannah’s eyes were locked in on mine as she swallowed everything I shot. I threw my head back as my orgasm continued. All I could feel was her fingers rubbing my prostate and her mouth on my cock, churning, sucking, licking. I tried to say something, but a croaking sound came out.Suddenly my cock was beyond sensitive, “Please.” I released my knees and held her face, “Please.”“Stop?” She asked for clarification.“Yes.”Hannah climbed up and lay down next to me. She kissed me with closed lips. I grabbed her face and probed my tongue into her salty mouth.She eased off, “That’s cool that you don’t mind kissing me. I had a guy that wouldn’t kiss me after he came in my mouth. By the way, I used what they did in the movie in class. It works.”“Wow, Does it ever.” I blurted out.“Your whole body was shaking.” She told me.“Thank you, Hannah. That was amazing. If you let me recover for a couple minutes, I would love to return the favor.”“Offer accepted,” Hannah said as she swung her leg over me and stared kissing me again.After a few minutes of necking I was ready to go, “Why don’t you lie back and see what I can do for you.”Something told me to hold off on straight licking. I decided to kiss her ear lobes and then went for her nipples. I licked my way across her stomach and stopped at her pubes to breathe in her scent.Her clit was prominent at the top of her slit and her inner labia extended out a little. She had shaved her labia. I lapped up her juices, then moved to her clit.I looked up at Hannah. Her eyes were locked in on me.She whispered, “Maybe not straight, constant licking. Ease up a little from time to time so I don’t get numb.”I followed her advice. Eurythmics was filling the room with a hypnotic spell from ‘Sweet Dreams Are Made of These.'Hannah grabbed her nipples and was rolling them, “Oh, Dan. Oh.” I assumed that was a signal that she was cumming. I probed into her vagina and found her g spot.“Ah.” Hannah’s vagina started contracting. She arched her back and I could hear her panting. She forcibly pressed my forehead away from her crotch. I kept rubbing her g spot.Then Hannah wrapped her legs around my head and began bucking her hips. I took this as some kind of signal to stop.Slowly her body relaxed, “Oh my god. Dan, come up here.”I climbed up next to her.“That was so nice. Let’s climb in under the covers. I want to snuggle with you.”As I held her, I whispered, “I can see why people sleep with each other. This is cozy.”“Very cozy.” I concurred.The mix tape faded to  Sinéad O'Connor sang ‘Nothing Compares 2 U.'  I faded to slumber.Sleeping With HannahAs I emerged from sleep, I sensed a warm body next to me. When I opened my eyes, it was dark. I saw a lighted alarm clock across the room. I tried to place where I was and then I remembered. Hannah.When I emerged from sleep again, the room was light. I lay still, savoring the moment. We lay like spoons. My arm was under Hannah’s head. Her ass was pressed up against me and I had a bit of morning wood. My other hand was on her hip. She felt so silky and soft.After a bit of time, Hannah stirred.She rolled over, “Good morning.”“Good morning, Hannah.”“Is this one of those mythical morning woodies?”“Not mythical. I wake up with one on a regular basis.”“So, it isn’t because of me.”“No, but I have to say that sleeping with you is just short of heavenly.”“Agreed. Shall we start our day?”“I could use a shower.”“So could I. I wish I could take one with you, but the other girls on the floor might be either offended or jealous.”BreakfastOver breakfast, Hannah asked, “So, what do you think about Elizabeth Bennet?”“Elizabeth Bennet? Do I know her?”“From Pride and Prejudice?”“Oh. Yes.” I remembered. “ Kind of early in the book, but I have to say that the situation that her and her sisters are in is horrible.”“Things were not good for women back in jolly old England. I think that’s the 1800s. Or anywhere else for that matter.”“She sounds like someone I would like to know.” I said. “She seems smart, independent. She’s got a very strong will. Probably a lot like you.”Hannah smiled, “Thanks. And you’re still early in the book. What do you think of Jane Austen’s writing?”“Love it. So lyrical.”Friday Masturbation AssignmentOn Friday afternoon, we finally got around to conducting our masturbation assignment. Here is what I wrote for Dr. Miller:My observer was Hannah. She was also my partner as you will see.I positioned myself on my bed so that my partner could observe me. I made sure my legs were such that she could see my anus. By mutual agreement, we were both naked so that I would be aroused by her body. Hannah has a beautiful body. I began pulling on my penis to get it hard. It did not take long given the goddess in front of me. Normally I would use saliva to lubricate myself, but my partner allowed me to use some of her vaginal juice as lubrication. It was much slicker and much more effective.Once I was hard, I stroked myself in the usual manner, focusing on the head of my penis and the sensitive edge. I am circumcised and the scar is a little sensitive as well. My partner asked me to let her know when I was getting close. I focused on her charms and after several minutes, I felt my orgasm approaching. I let my partner know.Hannah slipped two lubricated fingers into my anus and massaged my prostate just like the film we saw in class. The ensuing orgasm was one of the most intense experiences of my life. All my focus centered on my erection and my prostate. As I came, my body began shaking uncontrollably. I shot my load all over my chest. There were three distinct strings of cum, plus a smaller fourth string. Once I shot my load, I stopped stroking myself because of sensitivity, but my partner kept rubbing my prostate and the intense orgasm continued for about 30 seconds.Unlike a regular orgasm, this was much more of a whole-body orgasm. The shaking lasted as long as Hannah rubbed my prostate.Afterwards I was exhausted. We both tasted my semen. It was a little salty and a little musky. My partner thought it tasted a little like mushrooms.Here is Hannah’s submission:I positioned myself on the bed with my legs spread so that my partner (Dan) could observe me. I have a fantasy that I use to arouse myself. I imagine kissing a movie star. Dan said he would sit in for the movie star. Plus, he was naked and in person! He let me run my fingers through his chest hair and hold his penis. After we had been kissing for a while, I thought I was ready. My partner moved back and I began rubbing my clit in my usual way small, quick

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My Sexuality Class Lab Partner: Part 2

ExplicitNovels

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2026


Preparing For Tuesday's Cunnilingus Class.By Quinn_McMullen. Listen to the Podcast at Steamy Stories.Story RecapI'm Dan, a senior majoring in mechanical engineering. I needed two general education requirements to complete my degree, at a university in the Chicago area. It's a cold January, on campus. I was able to enroll in an English literature class and Dr. Martin’s Sociology 369 Human Sexuality course, for the second semester.On the first day of class, we learned about male and female orgasms. Dr. Martin allowed students to submit a standard analysis and reading notes or to provide an alternative assignment. The first alternative assignment was to masturbate either alone or with an observer and report on our experience.Hannah, a coed was sitting in class next to me. I asked to be her partner. While we were trying to get comfortable with one another, we ended up having sex.DinnerAs I sat with Hannah at dinner, I had so many questions I wanted to ask her, but she started off.She looked me in the eye, “So you’re what? Twenty two? Twenty three?"Twenty two.”“I’m twenty one. So, I have to say that I am not normally that aggressive. I don’t know what came over me.”“I thought it was wonderful.”Hannah nodded, “I’m sure you did, but I’m not sure what happened. I had every intention in the world of sitting there with you, reading until dinner. And then.” She averted her gaze, then looked back into my eyes, “Then I just wanted you. I can’t explain it. I’ve never started anything with a guy before. It has always been the guy coming on to me.”“I really didn’t mind. It was definitely a gift. Guys often leave a gal frustrated because they can't work up the nerve to initiate things. Especially when the gal is as gorgeous as you.”Hannah reached out and touched my hand, "Ah, thanks! Dan, it’s okay. I guess I’m just trying to understand my actions. It was so out of character for me.”“Maybe you’re comfortable with me. I hope, anyway?”She laughed, “Undoubtedly. You’re a really nice guy.” She released my hand, “No, more than that. I know we just met, but I feel like you care about me as a person. I just hope that by being the initiator, I haven’t made you not like me.”“Hannah, I would never think that. You are self-confident, that’s all. You're very respectful and sensitive. You weren't pushy at all.”“See, that’s the thing. I’ve never really been all that self-confident. Certainly not when it comes to sex.”“How much sex have you,” I stopped myself. “I'm sorry. That's not polite for me to ask.”"No, I'm okay with talking to you about it. There was my date for the senior prom. Spring semester freshman year I had a boyfriend for a couple of weeks. Probably had sex two or three times with him. Sophomore year I had sex a couple of more times. Once over the summer. Once with Jeff last semester. Altogether, I’ve probably had sex less than ten times in my entire life. Not counting Sterling.”“Sterling?” I was puzzled.“Sterling is my chrome vibrator.” Hannah explained. “Until today, only Sterling could reliably bring me to orgasms. Today was the first time someone not named Sterling, gave me an orgasm. How about you?”“I wouldn’t say that I’m promiscuous, but I’ve had sex a lot more than that. It was always in a relationship. Let’s see, I’ve been intimate with five girlfriends. This was the first time I had sex with someone on the first day I met them.”“Same here. I hope you didn’t mind.”“Do I in any way look like I didn't have the time of my life? Not at all. It was amazing. Maybe it was a desire to try out some of the things we learned in class.”Hannah smiled, “Well you tried out something you learned. Did you rub my g spot?”“Yeah. It was all wrinkly.” I added. “Nothing like a good hands-on lab project.”“I was already cumming and then that sent me into orbit. Holy shit.” Hannah exclaimed.“As an observer, that was pretty cool. I obviously ‘pressed your button', right?” I gloated."Observer? Dan, you did that to me. You were my lover. Come to think of it, you propped me up so you could screw me like that dildo in the film.”“I did.” I proudly admitted.“That was quite creative.” She marveled.“Thanks.” I grinned.We ate in silence for several minutes. It wasn’t the least bit awkward though.Hannah stopped eating, “Normally I would try to fill silence. I don’t feel like I have to. It’s like we’re two old married people that are completely comfortable with each other.”I stopped eating, “You’re right. I don’t know very much about you, but it’s like I’ve known you a long time.”She nodded and continued eating. Another minute of silence passed.I reached out and touched her hand, “Do you believe in fate?”“I haven’t given it much thought.” She wondered where this was going.“I mean, what are the odds that I would have to sit next to you, you would ask me to be your partner, and we would hit it off so well?”“Look it, Dan. I’m not a religious person. I’m sure there is a perfectly good probability that that would happen.”I nodded, “Okay, but the odds are not that high.”“That two random college students sitting next to one another would become friends, partners, and lovers? It think they are very high. That those two people would be you and me, that’s just the universe rolling the dice.” She squelched my sentimentality.She was right, but the thought was disappointing. I pulled my hand back.Hannah grabbed my hand, “Dan, I feel like I just burst a bubble on you.”“Yeah. Maybe. A little. I had the thought that maybe someone was looking out for us and;”“If it makes you feel any better, “ she interrupted; “I could very well be wrong. I agree that it is very cool that you sat down next to me. Whatever force in the universe made that happen, I’m very grateful. Done eating?”“Yeah.”The LibraryTo avoid temptation, we agreed to study together in the library. About nine we headed to Hannah’s room. The cold and wind had eased a bit, making it easier to talk.Once outside, Hannah took my hand, “How should we decide who goes first?”“I don’t have a problem going first.”Hannah laughed, “I’m kind of excited. I’ve never seen a guy get himself off.”“I guess that’s a reason Dr. Miller said we could have an observer.”I held the door for her when we got to her dorm. Inside her room I took off my jacket.Hannah stopped to watch me, “This feels very clinical again. Could I undress you?”“Sure.”Hannah came over to me and put her hands behind my neck, “Maybe some mood-setting would help too.” She went on tip-toe and kissed me, “Yes. That’s what we need.” She turned on her stereo. In a couple seconds, Simple Minds was playing ‘Don't you Forget About Me'.She pulled me to her bed, sat down, and pulled me down with her, “Much better.”We lay side-by-side, exploring each other’s mouth. I finally pulled her on top of me so I could hold her ass cheeks. She seems to love having her ass caressed.After several minutes of necking I spoke into her mouth, “I think I’m ready.”“I feel something.” She said with a horny wink. Her mix tape was now playing Rick Astley, singing ‘Never Gunna Give You Up'. I'm guessing this was Hannah's mood music for when she pleasured herself. But that was her business. I just decided to enjoy the moment.Hannah rolled off me and I stood up. I pulled my shirt off and dropped my jeans, standing there in my partially tented boxers.“Ready?”She smiled and I let my boxers fall to my ankles, flipping them across the room with a flick of my foot. I slowly stroked my tumescent cock.Hannah stood up, “I think I promised to let you see me naked to help get you aroused.”“You did.” I recalled.“Why don’t you sit on the bed and let me give you something to get aroused about.”I climbed up to the headboard and placed a pillow behind my back. Hannah began a little bump and grind strip tease. I pulled on my cock to firm it up. By now her mix tape was playing Tears for Fears, singing ‘Everybody Wants To Rule the World' with its sultry beat.She turned away from me and pulled her shirt off. She swiveled her jean-clad hips, then kicked off her shoes. Hannah loved to dance and it's clear she was very good at it. Somehow her socks went flying. She stepped up onto the bed and stood above me, one leg on either side.She placed her hands on the wall to balance herself and then placed her foot on my cock, “Let me rub that for you.”I wouldn’t call it rubbing, but she did move her foot up and down on my shaft. It wasn’t exactly effective and soon she was back standing on the floor. She turned away and dropped her jeans to the floor. Hannah flipped them aside with her foot, then climbed back up on the bed. Standing above me in her bra and panties was more arousing. She stepped forward so that her crotch was inches from my face.I leaned forward, pressed my nose into her crotch, and took a deep breath, “God, you smell good.” Her pheromones made a beeline to my cock.Hannah stepped back on the floor and removed her bra and panties, “Sorry, I’m not very creative with a strip tease.”“I appreciate the creativity” I encouraged her.“Thanks. How about if I just stand here in all my nakedness?”“That works.”I was rock hard now and it was easy to stroke myself. I was thinking I needed some lube when Hannah crawled up on the bed and got very close to my cock.She smiled, “I’m observing.”I laughed.Hannah ran her hand down my thigh, “Perhaps you should position yourself so that I can see your asshole. I need to know if it contracts when you cum.”“Oh. Okay.”I slouched down at her headboard. I placed my feet so that my legs were spread  out and knees bent; and she had a good view of my anus. She was kneeling in front of me. I licked my stroke hand to provide some lubrication. Now her stereo was playing A-Ha. The cut was ‘Take On Me'.Hannah said, “I can provide some saliva.” She leaned forward dribbled some spit on the head of my cock.I smiled, “That’s helpful.”“But probably not enough.” She grabbed my stroke hand and placed her mouth on my cock, sucking away.“I think that defeats the purpose of the assignment.”She came off for a moment, “I don’t care.”Hannah soon had my entire shaft wet with saliva. She stroked me with her hands while sucking and churning the head in her mouth. The stereo filled the room with ‘Shout' from Tears For Fears. When I groaned my appreciation, I felt her finger at my ass. I think she had her juices on her finger because she slipped right in. She found my prostate.“Oh god, Hannah. Hannah. Cumming. I’m cumming.” The stereo rumbled; “Shout, shout, let it all out”.Everything sped up, her mouth, her fingers rubbing in my ass. I grabbed my knees and pulled my legs toward me. The point of no return approached and my world narrowed to my cock and ass. My body started quaking uncontrollably. Hannah’s eyes were locked in on mine as she swallowed everything I shot. I threw my head back as my orgasm continued. All I could feel was her fingers rubbing my prostate and her mouth on my cock, churning, sucking, licking. I tried to say something, but a croaking sound came out.Suddenly my cock was beyond sensitive, “Please.” I released my knees and held her face, “Please.”“Stop?” She asked for clarification.“Yes.”Hannah climbed up and lay down next to me. She kissed me with closed lips. I grabbed her face and probed my tongue into her salty mouth.She eased off, “That’s cool that you don’t mind kissing me. I had a guy that wouldn’t kiss me after he came in my mouth. By the way, I used what they did in the movie in class. It works.”“Wow, Does it ever.” I blurted out.“Your whole body was shaking.” She told me.“Thank you, Hannah. That was amazing. If you let me recover for a couple minutes, I would love to return the favor.”“Offer accepted,” Hannah said as she swung her leg over me and stared kissing me again.After a few minutes of necking I was ready to go, “Why don’t you lie back and see what I can do for you.”Something told me to hold off on straight licking. I decided to kiss her ear lobes and then went for her nipples. I licked my way across her stomach and stopped at her pubes to breathe in her scent.Her clit was prominent at the top of her slit and her inner labia extended out a little. She had shaved her labia. I lapped up her juices, then moved to her clit.I looked up at Hannah. Her eyes were locked in on me.She whispered, “Maybe not straight, constant licking. Ease up a little from time to time so I don’t get numb.”I followed her advice. Eurythmics was filling the room with a hypnotic spell from ‘Sweet Dreams Are Made of These.'Hannah grabbed her nipples and was rolling them, “Oh, Dan. Oh.” I assumed that was a signal that she was cumming. I probed into her vagina and found her g spot.“Ah.” Hannah’s vagina started contracting. She arched her back and I could hear her panting. She forcibly pressed my forehead away from her crotch. I kept rubbing her g spot.Then Hannah wrapped her legs around my head and began bucking her hips. I took this as some kind of signal to stop.Slowly her body relaxed, “Oh my god. Dan, come up here.”I climbed up next to her.“That was so nice. Let’s climb in under the covers. I want to snuggle with you.”As I held her, I whispered, “I can see why people sleep with each other. This is cozy.”“Very cozy.” I concurred.The mix tape faded to  Sinéad O'Connor sang ‘Nothing Compares 2 U.'  I faded to slumber.Sleeping With HannahAs I emerged from sleep, I sensed a warm body next to me. When I opened my eyes, it was dark. I saw a lighted alarm clock across the room. I tried to place where I was and then I remembered. Hannah.When I emerged from sleep again, the room was light. I lay still, savoring the moment. We lay like spoons. My arm was under Hannah’s head. Her ass was pressed up against me and I had a bit of morning wood. My other hand was on her hip. She felt so silky and soft.After a bit of time, Hannah stirred.She rolled over, “Good morning.”“Good morning, Hannah.”“Is this one of those mythical morning woodies?”“Not mythical. I wake up with one on a regular basis.”“So, it isn’t because of me.”“No, but I have to say that sleeping with you is just short of heavenly.”“Agreed. Shall we start our day?”“I could use a shower.”“So could I. I wish I could take one with you, but the other girls on the floor might be either offended or jealous.”BreakfastOver breakfast, Hannah asked, “So, what do you think about Elizabeth Bennet?”“Elizabeth Bennet? Do I know her?”“From Pride and Prejudice?”“Oh. Yes.” I remembered. “ Kind of early in the book, but I have to say that the situation that her and her sisters are in is horrible.”“Things were not good for women back in jolly old England. I think that’s the 1800s. Or anywhere else for that matter.”“She sounds like someone I would like to know.” I said. “She seems smart, independent. She’s got a very strong will. Probably a lot like you.”Hannah smiled, “Thanks. And you’re still early in the book. What do you think of Jane Austen’s writing?”“Love it. So lyrical.”Friday Masturbation AssignmentOn Friday afternoon, we finally got around to conducting our masturbation assignment. Here is what I wrote for Dr. Miller:My observer was Hannah. She was also my partner as you will see.I positioned myself on my bed so that my partner could observe me. I made sure my legs were such that she could see my anus. By mutual agreement, we were both naked so that I would be aroused by her body. Hannah has a beautiful body. I began pulling on my penis to get it hard. It did not take long given the goddess in front of me. Normally I would use saliva to lubricate myself, but my partner allowed me to use some of her vaginal juice as lubrication. It was much slicker and much more effective.Once I was hard, I stroked myself in the usual manner, focusing on the head of my penis and the sensitive edge. I am circumcised and the scar is a little sensitive as well. My partner asked me to let her know when I was getting close. I focused on her charms and after several minutes, I felt my orgasm approaching. I let my partner know.Hannah slipped two lubricated fingers into my anus and massaged my prostate just like the film we saw in class. The ensuing orgasm was one of the most intense experiences of my life. All my focus centered on my erection and my prostate. As I came, my body began shaking uncontrollably. I shot my load all over my chest. There were three distinct strings of cum, plus a smaller fourth string. Once I shot my load, I stopped stroking myself because of sensitivity, but my partner kept rubbing my prostate and the intense orgasm continued for about 30 seconds.Unlike a regular orgasm, this was much more of a whole-body orgasm. The shaking lasted as long as Hannah rubbed my prostate.Afterwards I was exhausted. We both tasted my semen. It was a little salty and a little musky. My partner thought it tasted a little like mushrooms.Here is Hannah’s submission:I positioned myself on the bed with my legs spread so that my partner (Dan) could observe me. I have a fantasy that I use to arouse myself. I imagine kissing a movie star. Dan said he would sit in for the movie star. Plus, he was naked and in person! He let me run my fingers through his chest hair and hold his penis. After we had been kissing for a while, I thought I was ready. My partner moved back and I began rubbing my clit in my usual way small, quick

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Trailer: The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock Podcast

Rock N Roll Pantheon

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2026 3:45


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The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock Podcast
Trailer: The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock Podcast

The Ugly American Werewolf in London Rock Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2026 3:45


The Ugly American Werewolf in London is a weekly podcast about classic rock, hard rock, progressive rock, heavy metal, early MTV, 80s music, UK vs. US chart success and all things rock! Hosted by The Wolf and Action Jackson, who interview rock legends, review classic albums and concerts of their favorite classic rock bands each week. Once a month, they welcome musicians, writers and fans to First Concert Memories to tell about one particular night where a live concert changed their life. Action & The Wolf have an unquenchable thirst for knowledge of rock music and its history. Catch interviews from members of amazing bands like The Police, Yes, Pink Floyd, The Yardbirds, Dire Straits, Simple Minds, Spandeau Ballet, AC/DC, Genesis & more. Tune in to hear what they're passionate about! Proud members of Pantheon Podcasts!  Check out our new website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ugly American Werewolf in London Website⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Visit our sponsor ⁠RareVinyl.com⁠ and use code UGLY to save 10% off one ENTIRE ORDER! ⁠bit.ly/UAWILRocks⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LInkTree⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.pantheonpodcasts.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The XS Noize Podcast
Damon Minchella on Ocean Colour Scene, Paul Weller & 'You'd Look Good on a Donkey'

The XS Noize Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2026 54:43


In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Damon Minchella — founder of Ocean Colour Scene, longtime bass player for Paul Weller, and collaborator with Richard Ashcroft — to talk about his candid and often hilarious memoir You'd Look Good on a Donkey. Across a musical life that has ricocheted between some of the biggest names in music — from Paul McCartney and Jimmy Page to Diana Ross, Dr. John and The Who — Minchella has built a career full of extraordinary stories, unlikely encounters, and a deep love of music that runs through everything he does. During the conversation, Damon reflects on the creation of You'd Look Good on a Donkey, a memoir that captures the highs, chaos, humour and survival instincts required to navigate life in the music industry. In this wide-ranging conversation, Damon opens up about the early days of Ocean Colour Scene, the Birmingham music scene that shaped the band, and how their sound developed during the Britpop era. He also shares memories of working closely with Paul Weller — one of Britain's most influential songwriters — and what he learned from being inside Weller's musical world for so many years. The conversation explores the realities of band life, the strange rhythm of touring and recording, and the delicate balance between personal life and the pressures that come with a career in music. Along the way, Damon discusses the process of writing the book itself — revisiting decades of experiences that range from hilarious and absurd to deeply personal — and explains why honesty and self-reflection were essential to telling the story properly. Whether you're a fan of Ocean Colour Scene, interested in the behind-the-scenes realities of the music industry, or simply enjoy a great rock memoir, this conversation offers an entertaining and revealing look at a life spent in and around music. Related topics: Ocean Colour Scene, Paul Weller, Richard Ashcroft, Britpop, rock memoirs, British rock history, You'd Look Good on a Donkey About The XS Noize Podcast With more than 270 episodes, the XS Noize Podcast has become a trusted home for music's legends, innovators, and trailblazers — a place where real conversations meet real stories. Hosted by Mark Millar, the show has featured an extraordinary lineup including Steve Lillywhite, Paul Draper, Sleaford Mods, The Charlatans, Gary "Mani" Mounfield, Glen Matlock, Miles Kane, Matt Berninger, Saint Etienne, D:Ream, Gavin Rossdale, The Farm, Snow Patrol, John Lydon, Will Sergeant, Ocean Colour Scene, Gary Kemp, Doves, Gavin Friday, David Gray, Anton Newcombe, Peter Hook, Razorlight, Sananda Maitreya, James, Crowded House, Elbow, Cast, Kula Shaker, Shed Seven, Future Islands, Peter Frampton, Bernard Butler, Steven Wilson, Travis, New Order, The Killers, Tito Jackson, Simple Minds, The Divine Comedy, Shaun Ryder, Gary Numan, and Michael Head — among many more. Explore the complete XS Noize Podcast archive. New episodes drop weekly — subscribe for in-depth conversations with the artists who shape modern music.

The XS Noize Podcast
Steve Lillywhite on Producing U2 — From Boy to Achtung Baby (#274)

The XS Noize Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2026 59:43


In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with legendary U2 producer Steve Lillywhite to discuss his work on landmark albums including Boy, War, The Joshua Tree, Achtung Baby, All That You Can't Leave Behind, How to Dismantle an Atomic Bomb, and No Line on the Horizon. Across a career spanning more than four decades, Lillywhite has worked with some of the most influential artists in modern music. But his work with U2 — from their earliest recordings through some of their biggest albums — helped define the sound of one of the world's most important bands. During the conversation, Lillywhite reflects on the creative environment around Achtung Baby, one of the most influential records in U2's catalogue, and explains what a producer actually does in the studio — describing his role as the "captain of the ship" guiding a band through the creative process of making an album. He shares memories of first encountering U2 before the mythology existed, when four young musicians from Dublin were still discovering their identity — and explains why he immediately sensed something different about them. The conversation explores the band's creative evolution across landmark albums including Boy, War, The Joshua Tree, Achtung Baby, All That You Can't Leave Behind, How to Dismantle an Atomic Bomb, and No Line on the Horizon, and how U2's sound developed in the studio over the years. Lillywhite also offers insights into the craft of record production — from capturing the distinctive guitar sound of The Edge to shaping Bono's vocal performances and finding the emotional centre of a song. Along the way, he reflects on the collaborative nature of the studio, the controlled chaos of working alongside producers like Brian Eno, Daniel Lanois and Flood, and the moments when a record suddenly comes alive. Whether you're a U2 fan, a musician, or simply fascinated by the craft of record-making, this conversation offers a rare look inside the creative process behind some of the most iconic albums of the last forty years. About The XS Noize Podcast With more than 270 episodes, the XS Noize Podcast has become a trusted home for music's legends, innovators, and trailblazers — a place where real conversations meet real stories. Hosted by Mark Millar, the show has featured an extraordinary lineup including Paul Draper, Sleaford Mods, The Charlatans, Gary "Mani" Mounfield, Glen Matlock, Miles Kane, Matt Berninger, Saint Etienne, D:Ream, Gavin Rossdale, The Farm, Snow Patrol, John Lydon, Will Sergeant, Ocean Colour Scene, Gary Kemp, Doves, Gavin Friday, David Gray, Anton Newcombe, Peter Hook, Razorlight, Sananda Maitreya, James, Crowded House, Elbow, Cast, Kula Shaker, Shed Seven, Future Islands, Peter Frampton, Bernard Butler, Steven Wilson, Travis, New Order, The Killers, Tito Jackson, Simple Minds, The Divine Comedy, Shaun Ryder, Gary Numan, and Michael Head — among many more. Explore the complete XS Noize Podcast archive. New episodes drop weekly — subscribe for in-depth conversations with the artists who shape modern music.

The XS Noize Podcast
Zak & Matty of The Dream Machine on Fort Perch Rock (#273)

The XS Noize Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2026 19:17


In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Zak and Matty from The Dream Machine to talk about Fort Perch Rock — the band's third studio album and a record shaped by instinct, friendship and a deep connection to place. Formed in 2021, the band first emerged with their 2022 debut Thank God! It's The Dream Machine, followed by 2024's James Skelly-produced Small Time Monsters. With Fort Perch Rock, they move further into their own identity — self-produced and recorded between studios on the Wirral and in Liverpool. Built with a DIY spirit, Fort Perch Rock leans into creative freedom. Zak and Matty discuss embracing a hands-on production approach, allowing songs to evolve naturally rather than chasing polish for its own sake. The local environment plays a strong role in the record's atmosphere, grounding it in memory, shared experience and the energy of the Wirral and Liverpool music communities. In this conversation, they reflect on their songwriting process — how ideas often begin with a riff or a feeling before being shaped collaboratively. They also talk about balancing nostalgia with originality, making music primarily for themselves rather than trends, and why live performance remains central to how their songs continue to grow and connect with audiences. About The XS Noize Podcast With over 270 episodes, the XS Noize Podcast has become a trusted home for music's legends, innovators, and trailblazers — a place where real conversations meet real stories. Hosted by Mark Millar, the show has featured an extraordinary lineup including Paul Draper, Sleaford Mods, The Charlatans, Gary "Mani" Mounfield, Glen Matlock, Miles Kane, Matt Berninger, Saint Etienne, D:Ream, Gavin Rossdale, The Farm, Snow Patrol, John Lydon, Will Sergeant, Ocean Colour Scene, Gary Kemp, Doves, Gavin Friday, David Gray, Anton Newcombe, Peter Hook, Razorlight, Sananda Maitreya, James, Crowded House, Elbow, Cast, Kula Shaker, Shed Seven, Future Islands, Peter Frampton, Bernard Butler, Steven Wilson, Travis, New Order, The Killers, Tito Jackson, Simple Minds, The Divine Comedy, Shaun Ryder, Gary Numan, and Michael Head — among many more. Explore the complete XS Noize Podcast archive here.

RFS: The Metro
The Metro #814

RFS: The Metro

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2026 62:36


This week on The Metro, Rev. Jeff Ivins brings you the following: Scritti Politti, Cyndi Lauper, Wham!, Erasure, Nick Lowe, The Psychedelic Furs, Bronski Beat, Fun Boy Three, Bow Wow Wow, Magazine, Morrissey, China Crisis, Timbuk 3, Simple Minds, and ends off with the Ramones.

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Archive's Dave Pen on 'Glass Minds' and 30 Years of Evolution (#272)

The XS Noize Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2026 50:34


In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Dave Pen of Archive to talk about Glass Minds — the band's 13th studio album and a bold new chapter in a 30-year journey defined by reinvention, collaboration and creative risk. Formed in Croydon, South London in 1994, Archive have evolved from trip-hop pioneers into one of Europe's most respected alternative collectives. Glass Minds, released Friday 27th February 2026 via Dangervisit through [PIAS], follows the ambitious 2022 triple-album Call to Arms & Angels, which charted Top 10 across Europe and culminated in their biggest headline show to date at Paris' Accor Arena. Produced by Archive alongside long-time collaborator Jerome Devoise, and recorded in Brighton, London and Paris, Glass Minds marks a shift toward a more minimal, down-tempo sound — built on space and emotional weight. New textures emerge through Essex rapper Jimmy Collins on "Heads Are Gonna Roll," while Lisa Mottram shines on the title track and "The Love The Light." At its core is the eight-minute "So Far From Losing You," one of the band's most personal and expansive pieces to date. In this conversation, Dave Pen reflects on joining Archive and becoming part of a true creative collective. He discusses the trust and experimentation that shape the band's process, the evolution of their sound over three decades, embracing AI in the album's visual identity, and why live performance remains the ultimate space where Archive's songs continue to grow and transform. About The XS Noize Podcast With over 250 episodes, the XS Noize Podcast has become a trusted home for music's legends, innovators, and trailblazers — a place where real conversations meet real stories. Hosted by Mark Millar, the show has featured an extraordinary lineup including Paul Draper, Sleaford Mods, The Charlatans, Gary "Mani" Mounfield, Glen Matlock, Miles Kane, Matt Berninger, Saint Etienne, D:Ream, Gavin Rossdale, The Farm, Snow Patrol, John Lydon, Will Sergeant, Ocean Colour Scene, Gary Kemp, Doves, Gavin Friday, David Gray, Anton Newcombe, Peter Hook, Razorlight, Sananda Maitreya, James, Crowded House, Elbow, Cast, Kula Shaker, Shed Seven, Future Islands, Peter Frampton, Bernard Butler, Steven Wilson, Travis, New Order, The Killers, Tito Jackson, Simple Minds, The Divine Comedy, Shaun Ryder, Gary Numan, and Michael Head — among many more. Explore the complete XS Noize Podcast archive here. New episodes drop weekly — subscribe for more in-depth conversations with the artists who shape our lives.

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Robert Levon Been of Black Rebel Motorcycle Club on Re-Examining Howl (#271)

The XS Noize Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 41:03


Black Rebel Motorcycle Club's third album Howl was a risk — one that nearly broke the band. In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Robert Levon Been to revisit the record that stripped away the noise and reshaped their identity. Originally released in 2005, Howl arrived as an unexpected curveball. The reverb-drenched guitars and white noise that defined the band's early records were stripped back, replaced with folk, blues and gospel-inspired arrangements built around space, restraint and raw emotion. It was a risk — one that confused some at the time, but has since come to feel essential within the band's catalogue. In this conversation, Robert Levon Been reflects on the creative decisions that shaped the album, the deliberate use of silence and atmosphere, and how stepping away from distortion opened up a deeper emotional register in the songwriting. He discusses the impact of critical reception, the perspective that comes with revisiting the record years later, and what it feels like to bring that material back to life on tour. Robert also shares insights into the band's current creative landscape, highlights key entry points for new listeners, and speaks about protecting the spirit of music in an era driven by speed and algorithms. A thoughtful and reflective conversation about evolution, instinct, and trusting your creative compass — even when it takes you somewhere unexpected. About The XS Noize Podcast With over 250 episodes, the XS Noize Podcast has become a trusted home for music's legends, innovators, and trailblazers — a place where real conversations meet real stories. Hosted by Mark Millar, the show has featured an extraordinary lineup including Paul Draper, Sleaford Mods, The Charlatans, Gary "Mani" Mounfield, Glen Matlock, Miles Kane, Matt Berninger, Saint Etienne, D:Ream, Gavin Rossdale, The Farm, Snow Patrol, John Lydon, Will Sergeant, Ocean Colour Scene, Gary Kemp, Doves, Gavin Friday, David Gray, Anton Newcombe, Peter Hook, Razorlight, Sananda Maitreya, James, Crowded House, Elbow, Cast, Kula Shaker, Shed Seven, Future Islands, Peter Frampton, Bernard Butler, Steven Wilson, Travis, New Order, The Killers, Tito Jackson, Simple Minds, The Divine Comedy, Shaun Ryder, Gary Numan, and Michael Head — among many more. Explore the complete XS Noize Podcast archive here. New episodes drop weekly — subscribe for more in-depth conversations with the artists who shape our lives.

RFS: The Metro
The Metro #813

RFS: The Metro

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2026 62:17


This week on The Metro, Rev. Jeff Ivins brings you the following artists for your time warp to the 1980s: Kim Wilde, The Human League, Simple Minds, Olivia Newton-John, Killing Joke, Gleaming Spires, Cutting Crew, ABC, Paul Hardcastle, Public Image Ltd., David Bowie, XTC, Kim Carnes, and finishing up with The Police.

Whole 'Nuther Thing
Episode 996: Whole 'Nuther Thing February 14, 2026

Whole 'Nuther Thing

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2026 120:55


This week's show features tuneage from Peter Gabriel, Roxy  Music, The Guess Who, America, Talking Heads, Love, Badfinger, Oasis, Paul Simon, The Hollies, Grass Roots, Sweet, Rickie Lee Jones, Simple Minds, The Buckinghams, Moody Blues, Spanky & Our Gang, Tears For Fears, Sergio Mendes & Brasil 66 and a Flashback to Beatlemania 1964.Whole ‘Nuther Thing is now available for Listening On Demand or Downloading to a PC, Mac or Mobile Device. Click on Link to Listen or Download. Please feel free to share with all that love "Music Without Boundaries". It's “Radio The Way It Ought To Be”!

The XS Noize Podcast
Mark Shaw of Then Jerico on The Return and bringing the band back on stage (#270)

The XS Noize Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2026 57:21


In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Mark Shaw of Then Jerico to talk about The Return — a moment that reconnects legacy, live energy, and purpose as the band bring their full show to Ireland for the first time. Watch the full XS Noize Podcast conversation below. Then Jerico are currently touring the UK and Europe, with debut full-band Irish headline shows at Belfast's Limelight 2 on Thursday 19 February and Dublin's Whelan's Main Room on Friday 20 February 2026. The tour features a 90-minute set spanning the band's classic first two albums — First (The Sound of Music) and The Big Area (Outside) — alongside material from Mark Shaw's 1990s solo releases. In this conversation, Mark Shaw reflects on a four-decade journey through success, setbacks, and survival. He talks about the importance of audience connection, shaping setlists that balance momentum with meaning, and the breakthrough impact of Big Area. Shaw also opens up about carrying the legacy of Then Jerico as the sole founder, revisiting early recordings and B-sides with fresh perspective, and why he's still driven to write songs that speak directly to the present moment. About The XS Noize Podcast With over 250 episodes, the XS Noize Podcast has become a trusted home for music's legends, innovators, and trailblazers — a place where real conversations meet real stories. Hosted by Mark Millar, the show has featured an extraordinary lineup including Paul Draper, Sleaford Mods, The Charlatans, Gary "Mani" Mounfield, Glen Matlock, Miles Kane, Matt Berninger, Saint Etienne, D:Ream, Gavin Rossdale, The Farm, Snow Patrol, John Lydon, Will Sergeant, Ocean Colour Scene, Gary Kemp, Doves, Gavin Friday, David Gray, Anton Newcombe, Peter Hook, Razorlight, Sananda Maitreya, James, Crowded House, Elbow, Cast, Kula Shaker, Shed Seven, Future Islands, Peter Frampton, Bernard Butler, Steven Wilson, Travis, New Order, The Killers, Tito Jackson, Simple Minds, The Divine Comedy, Shaun Ryder, Gary Numan, and Michael Head — among many more. Explore the complete XS Noize Podcast archive here. New episodes drop weekly — subscribe for more in-depth conversations with the artists who shape our lives.

Musiques du monde
#SessionLive Barbara Forstner + Marc Nammour & Loïc Lantoine

Musiques du monde

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2026 48:30


Amour, famille, maman solo, des rêves abimés, Paris, New York, Armentières, tout le monde descend ! Nos premiers invités sont Marc Nammour et Loïc Lantoine C'est l'histoire de plein d'histoires. Une ronde de personnages d'horizons multiples. Une série d'incarnations poétiques. Des fragments intimes d'hommes et de femmes portés au plateau. Onze portraits crachés à la première personne qui vont tour à tour se succéder. Voici le petit film intérieur de leurs pensées. Voici l'instantané de leurs états d'âme. Onze battements de monde présentés comme autant de miroirs de notre étrange condition. Pour la #SessionLive, Loïc et Marc se penchent sur les cas de Dylan, Bintou et Rebecca. Titres interprétés au grand studio : Rebecca Live RFI Il n'est vraiment pas pratique à attacher ce siège bébé. Par respect du public, tout terme grossier a été retiré. Mais putain, elle en a dit des gros mots Rebecca. Parce que c'est à Rebecca qu'on s'attache maintenant. Elle est une jeune maman, seule, qui s'agrippe à la vie comme à son fils. Elle s'agrippe parce que tout semble fuir autour d'elle, surtout les bonhommes. Son Papa est passé d'Haïti à Tahiti en passant par Paris, un aventurier, un cavaleur, un connard qu'elle n'a pas vraiment connu. Ahhh, ça démarre mal… Elle a cru une fois en l'amour qui ne l'a pas reconnue et depuis, elle élève seule son fils. Ahhh, ça démarre mal… Elle enchaîne les débrouilles, les boulots, une fois elle a signé un contrat en dur, un vrai, un CDI, Centre de Documentation et d'Information je crois… mais très vite, le boss s'est paraît-il barré avec la caisse. Ahhh, ça démarre mal…. Alors il faut bien vivre. Rebecca enchaîne les boulots précaires et s'est montée un petit trafic. Mais elle, elle touche pas à ces machins de drogues dures, c'est une limite. C'est malhonnête et ça fait mal au nez. Elle n'en est certes pas fière mais vous pouvez la juger, rien n'y fera. Rebecca est dure, comme sa vie. Il est vingt heures et trente, elle installe son fils, son sang, sa vie, à l'arrière de la voiture et part pour sa petite tournée. Ahhh… ça démarre pas…. Bintou Live RFI Bintou est complètement lessivée. Il est vingt heures et trente et elle se met péniblement au lit. Elle a mal partout et la nausée ce soir reprend de plus belle. Le doc lui avait bien dit que ça allait être pénible, qu'il allait falloir s'accrocher et que le moral jouait beaucoup dans sa guérison. Elle sait que ça va être long mais Bintou n'a pas l'intention de se laisser faire. Trente-cinq ans c'est beaucoup trop jeune. Après la stupeur et la désolation à l'annonce de la mauvaise nouvelle, elle suit à présent le protocole médical rigoureusement. Avant d'éteindre la lumière, elle regarde comme tous soirs le dessin d'une de ses nièces qu'elle a accroché au mur où il est écrit : « Tata Bintou t'es la plus forte, j'ai hâte de te revoir cet été. Je pense à toi tous les jours. Gros gros bisous. Hawa ». Elle a dû lire ce mot des centaines de fois depuis le début du traitement. Comme un mantra. Et heureusement qu'elle est bien entourée Bintou. Elle a au moins cette chance. Elle en a pris de la force. Elle en reçoit de l'amour. Après cinq mois de baston, elle s'est fait à l'idée de se transformer en amazone… et quitte à en devenir une, elle sera une amazone avec grave de style…  Dylan Live RFI Le problème avec Dylan, c'est que ça s'écrit comme ça se prononce mais pas toujours… Entendons-nous bien ! Ça s'écrit comme ça devrait se prononcer mais parfois ça dérape. Et au vu, enfin à l'écoute, du conditionnel qui vient de passer, vous avez deviné, lui c'est Djylan. Ça se fait beaucoup dans le nord où il a grandi. Ça donne un petit peu de peps au prénom et qui sommes-nous pour juger ! Il est vingt heures et trente et Djylan, il est parti fumer, un peu en cachette, c'est plus chouette. Il y a un étang pas loin. Djylan il est pas très vieux, il a pas fait sa majorité, il a plus trop de boutons et puis ça l'inquiète pas. Ce qui l'inquiète, c'est autre chose, c'est le monde et ce qu'il s'agirait d'en faire. Mais trop souvent, il s'agit de ce qu'on lui dit, hurle, impose qu'il s'agirait d'en faire. Lui, il voudrait avoir dans les mains un avenir malléable et doux (hop, je le mets comme ça, c'est joli) mais les autres ont sorti les moules et ils sont durs. On lui invente des devoirs et des interdictions. On lui réclame de l'ambition. Mais pour Djylan, l'ambition c'est jamais que du rêve abîmé et lui en rêves, il est plutôt pas mal. Alors des fois, sa tête pourrait exploser. Il crie, un peu, non, fort ! Un coup à shooter dans des rats musqués… mais c'est risqué ! Line Up : Marc Nammour (rap) & Loïc Lantoine (rap). Son : Benoît Letirant, Mathias Taylor. ► Album Portraits crachés  Instagram Nammour - Instagram Lantoine.   Puis nous recevons Barbara Forstner pour la sortie de Long Long Gone Franco-américaine, Barbara Forstner a passé douze ans à New York avant de poser ses valises en France. De son parcours transatlantique, elle garde une passion pour la scène folk et country américaine, qu'elle mêle à une écriture sensible et habitée. Après un premier EP avec son groupe October Baby (The End, paru en juin 2024) et un album remarqué, Nowhere at All, sorti en novembre de la même année, la chanteuse revient aujourd'hui avec son premier album solo, Long Long Gone. Ses morceaux, au climat très cinématographique, invitent à pénétrer son univers. Élevée dans un environnement artistique, Barbara a grandi bercée par les disques de ses parents : Bob Dylan, Sixto Rodriguez et Tom Waits du côté de son père ; Barry White, Al Green ou Simple Minds du côté de sa mère. Très tôt, elle forge son propre panthéon musical, allant de Nick Drake à Cat Power, de Feist à Big Thief.  Chaque titre de Long Long Gone a été capté en une seule prise, pour préserver la vérité de l'instant. Elle soigne aussi l'aspect visuel de son univers, créant elle-même ses visuels à partir de dessins, photographies et collages graphiques. Enregistré en juin 2025 à Paris avec son ami ingénieur du son Léo Aubry, Long Long Gone se présente comme un disque acoustique, brut et vulnérable. Barbara y aborde l'amitié, l'amour, la famille, mais aussi la beauté fragile et la mélancolie du monde. Écrit entre New York et Paris, l'album explore l'amour perdu, les amitiés qui s'érodent, la vie à l'étranger et les rencontres éphémères.  Titres interprétés au grand studio : - To see the World (en duo) Live RFI - Building a Home, extrait de l'album - East Coast (en solo) Live RFI. Line Up : Barbara Forstner (chant, guitare) William Peyrieux (guitare). Son : Benoît Letirant. ► Album Long Long Gone (Raws Prod).  Instagram - YouTube.

Musiques du monde
#SessionLive Barbara Forstner + Marc Nammour & Loïc Lantoine

Musiques du monde

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2026 48:30


Amour, famille, maman solo, des rêves abimés, Paris, New York, Armentières, tout le monde descend ! Nos premiers invités sont Marc Nammour et Loïc Lantoine C'est l'histoire de plein d'histoires. Une ronde de personnages d'horizons multiples. Une série d'incarnations poétiques. Des fragments intimes d'hommes et de femmes portés au plateau. Onze portraits crachés à la première personne qui vont tour à tour se succéder. Voici le petit film intérieur de leurs pensées. Voici l'instantané de leurs états d'âme. Onze battements de monde présentés comme autant de miroirs de notre étrange condition. Pour la #SessionLive, Loïc et Marc se penchent sur les cas de Dylan, Bintou et Rebecca. Titres interprétés au grand studio : Rebecca Live RFI Il n'est vraiment pas pratique à attacher ce siège bébé. Par respect du public, tout terme grossier a été retiré. Mais putain, elle en a dit des gros mots Rebecca. Parce que c'est à Rebecca qu'on s'attache maintenant. Elle est une jeune maman, seule, qui s'agrippe à la vie comme à son fils. Elle s'agrippe parce que tout semble fuir autour d'elle, surtout les bonhommes. Son Papa est passé d'Haïti à Tahiti en passant par Paris, un aventurier, un cavaleur, un connard qu'elle n'a pas vraiment connu. Ahhh, ça démarre mal… Elle a cru une fois en l'amour qui ne l'a pas reconnue et depuis, elle élève seule son fils. Ahhh, ça démarre mal… Elle enchaîne les débrouilles, les boulots, une fois elle a signé un contrat en dur, un vrai, un CDI, Centre de Documentation et d'Information je crois… mais très vite, le boss s'est paraît-il barré avec la caisse. Ahhh, ça démarre mal…. Alors il faut bien vivre. Rebecca enchaîne les boulots précaires et s'est montée un petit trafic. Mais elle, elle touche pas à ces machins de drogues dures, c'est une limite. C'est malhonnête et ça fait mal au nez. Elle n'en est certes pas fière mais vous pouvez la juger, rien n'y fera. Rebecca est dure, comme sa vie. Il est vingt heures et trente, elle installe son fils, son sang, sa vie, à l'arrière de la voiture et part pour sa petite tournée. Ahhh… ça démarre pas…. Bintou Live RFI Bintou est complètement lessivée. Il est vingt heures et trente et elle se met péniblement au lit. Elle a mal partout et la nausée ce soir reprend de plus belle. Le doc lui avait bien dit que ça allait être pénible, qu'il allait falloir s'accrocher et que le moral jouait beaucoup dans sa guérison. Elle sait que ça va être long mais Bintou n'a pas l'intention de se laisser faire. Trente-cinq ans c'est beaucoup trop jeune. Après la stupeur et la désolation à l'annonce de la mauvaise nouvelle, elle suit à présent le protocole médical rigoureusement. Avant d'éteindre la lumière, elle regarde comme tous soirs le dessin d'une de ses nièces qu'elle a accroché au mur où il est écrit : « Tata Bintou t'es la plus forte, j'ai hâte de te revoir cet été. Je pense à toi tous les jours. Gros gros bisous. Hawa ». Elle a dû lire ce mot des centaines de fois depuis le début du traitement. Comme un mantra. Et heureusement qu'elle est bien entourée Bintou. Elle a au moins cette chance. Elle en a pris de la force. Elle en reçoit de l'amour. Après cinq mois de baston, elle s'est fait à l'idée de se transformer en amazone… et quitte à en devenir une, elle sera une amazone avec grave de style…  Dylan Live RFI Le problème avec Dylan, c'est que ça s'écrit comme ça se prononce mais pas toujours… Entendons-nous bien ! Ça s'écrit comme ça devrait se prononcer mais parfois ça dérape. Et au vu, enfin à l'écoute, du conditionnel qui vient de passer, vous avez deviné, lui c'est Djylan. Ça se fait beaucoup dans le nord où il a grandi. Ça donne un petit peu de peps au prénom et qui sommes-nous pour juger ! Il est vingt heures et trente et Djylan, il est parti fumer, un peu en cachette, c'est plus chouette. Il y a un étang pas loin. Djylan il est pas très vieux, il a pas fait sa majorité, il a plus trop de boutons et puis ça l'inquiète pas. Ce qui l'inquiète, c'est autre chose, c'est le monde et ce qu'il s'agirait d'en faire. Mais trop souvent, il s'agit de ce qu'on lui dit, hurle, impose qu'il s'agirait d'en faire. Lui, il voudrait avoir dans les mains un avenir malléable et doux (hop, je le mets comme ça, c'est joli) mais les autres ont sorti les moules et ils sont durs. On lui invente des devoirs et des interdictions. On lui réclame de l'ambition. Mais pour Djylan, l'ambition c'est jamais que du rêve abîmé et lui en rêves, il est plutôt pas mal. Alors des fois, sa tête pourrait exploser. Il crie, un peu, non, fort ! Un coup à shooter dans des rats musqués… mais c'est risqué ! Line Up : Marc Nammour (rap) & Loïc Lantoine (rap). Son : Benoît Letirant, Mathias Taylor. ► Album Portraits crachés  Instagram Nammour - Instagram Lantoine.   Puis nous recevons Barbara Forstner pour la sortie de Long Long Gone Franco-américaine, Barbara Forstner a passé douze ans à New York avant de poser ses valises en France. De son parcours transatlantique, elle garde une passion pour la scène folk et country américaine, qu'elle mêle à une écriture sensible et habitée. Après un premier EP avec son groupe October Baby (The End, paru en juin 2024) et un album remarqué, Nowhere at All, sorti en novembre de la même année, la chanteuse revient aujourd'hui avec son premier album solo, Long Long Gone. Ses morceaux, au climat très cinématographique, invitent à pénétrer son univers. Élevée dans un environnement artistique, Barbara a grandi bercée par les disques de ses parents : Bob Dylan, Sixto Rodriguez et Tom Waits du côté de son père ; Barry White, Al Green ou Simple Minds du côté de sa mère. Très tôt, elle forge son propre panthéon musical, allant de Nick Drake à Cat Power, de Feist à Big Thief.  Chaque titre de Long Long Gone a été capté en une seule prise, pour préserver la vérité de l'instant. Elle soigne aussi l'aspect visuel de son univers, créant elle-même ses visuels à partir de dessins, photographies et collages graphiques. Enregistré en juin 2025 à Paris avec son ami ingénieur du son Léo Aubry, Long Long Gone se présente comme un disque acoustique, brut et vulnérable. Barbara y aborde l'amitié, l'amour, la famille, mais aussi la beauté fragile et la mélancolie du monde. Écrit entre New York et Paris, l'album explore l'amour perdu, les amitiés qui s'érodent, la vie à l'étranger et les rencontres éphémères.  Titres interprétés au grand studio : - To see the World (en duo) Live RFI - Building a Home, extrait de l'album - East Coast (en solo) Live RFI. Line Up : Barbara Forstner (chant, guitare) William Peyrieux (guitare). Son : Benoît Letirant. ► Album Long Long Gone (Raws Prod).  Instagram - YouTube.

The XS Noize Podcast
Crispian Mills of Kula Shaker on Wormslayer (#269)

The XS Noize Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2026 46:58


In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Kula Shaker frontman Crispian Mills to talk about Wormslayer — a record that captures the band feeling revitalised, confident, and creatively fearless. Watch the full video conversation. Released on 30 January 2026, Wormslayer is Kula Shaker's eighth studio album and sees the original line-up distil their explosive live energy into something cinematic, playful, and expansive. Often described as a natural companion to Natural Magic, the album allows songs to stretch and evolve, blending tight pop instincts with longer, more exploratory moments. In this conversation, Crispian Mills reflects on trust, chemistry, and why the band feels more alive now than at any point in their history. He talks about symbolism and synchronicity, the meaning behind key tracks including Lucky Number, Charge of the Light Brigade, and Broke as Folk, and the idea of creativity as an ongoing quest rather than a destination. About The XS Noize Podcast With over 250 episodes, the XS Noize Podcast has become a trusted home for music's legends, innovators, and trailblazers — a place where real conversations meet real stories. Hosted by Mark Millar, the show has featured an extraordinary lineup including Paul Draper, Sleaford Mods, The Charlatans, Gary "Mani" Mounfield, Glen Matlock, Miles Kane, Matt Berninger, Saint Etienne, D:Ream, Gavin Rossdale, The Farm, Snow Patrol, John Lydon, Will Sergeant, Ocean Colour Scene, Gary Kemp, Doves, Gavin Friday, David Gray, Anton Newcombe, Peter Hook, Razorlight, Sananda Maitreya, James, Crowded House, Elbow, Cast, Kula Shaker, Shed Seven, Future Islands, Peter Frampton, Bernard Butler, Steven Wilson, Travis, New Order, The Killers, Tito Jackson, Simple Minds, The Divine Comedy, Shaun Ryder, Gary Numan, and Michael Head — among many more. Explore the complete XS Noize Podcast archive here. New episodes drop weekly — subscribe for more in-depth conversations with the artists who shape our lives.

The XS Noize Podcast
Dani Larkin on Next Of Kin (#268)

The XS Noize Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2026 26:36


In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Dani Larkin to talk about Next Of Kin — a deeply emotive record shaped by time, patience, and a renewed sense of creative clarity.  Released on 23 January 2026, Next Of Kin marks a bold progression in Larkin's sound and vision. Co-produced with Ruth O'Mahony Brady, the album expands her acclaimed storytelling into a cinematic, emotionally rich landscape that explores life's most universal milestones — from birth and coming of age to love, loss, and acceptance. Structured as a trilogy, the record moves through distinct phases. Part I traces a journey from darkness toward revelation and youth. Part II sits in the complexity of adulthood, weaving love, fear, doubt, courage, and hope through expansive orchestral arrangements and intimate songwriting. Part III closes with a sense of resolution and homecoming, culminating in the poignant farewell Danny Boy. In this conversation, Larkin reflects on how releasing her debut Notes For A Maiden Warrior during the COVID era shaped her outlook, and why Next Of Kin feels like a true arrival moment. She talks about patience, self-acceptance, and the importance of creating space — both personally and creatively — between records. She also discusses the album's lead single End Of It All, a striking and urgent track that blends industrial drum beats, raw guitar, and a haunting reimagining of Row, Row, Row Your Boat — capturing the contradictions, anxiety, and fragile hope of modern life. About The XS Noize Podcast With over 250 episodes, the XS Noize Podcast has become a trusted home for music's legends, innovators, and trailblazers — a place where real conversations meet real stories. Hosted by Mark Millar, the show has featured an extraordinary lineup including Sleaford Mods, The Charlatans, Gary "Mani" Mounfield, Glen Matlock, Miles Kane, Matt Berninger, Saint Etienne, D:Ream, Gavin Rossdale, The Farm, Snow Patrol, John Lydon, Will Sergeant, Ocean Colour Scene, Gary Kemp, Doves, Gavin Friday, David Gray, Anton Newcombe, Peter Hook, Razorlight, Sananda Maitreya, James, Crowded House, Elbow, Cast, Kula Shaker, Shed Seven, Future Islands, Peter Frampton, Bernard Butler, Steven Wilson, Travis, New Order, The Killers, Tito Jackson, Simple Minds, The Divine Comedy, Shaun Ryder, Gary Numan, and Michael Head — among many more. Explore the complete XS Noize Podcast archive here.  

RTL2 : Pop-Rock Station by Zégut
L'intégrale - Oasis, Foo Fighters, The Damned dans RTL2 Pop Rock Station (02/02/26)

RTL2 : Pop-Rock Station by Zégut

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2026 106:05


Lundi 2 février, RTL2 Pop-Rock Station lance la semaine avec un mélange de nouveautés et de grands classiques. Au programme, Foo Fighters, The Damned, Def Leppard. On croise aussi Oasis, Blondie, The Doors, Supertramp. "Kiss The Beast", l'album de la semaine de Sébastien Tellier est à l'honneur avec le titre "Refresh", reflet d'un disque introspectif et élégant. L'émission se poursuit avec Foo Fighters et "Asking For A Friend", annonciateur de leur prochain album, sans oublier Guns N' Roses, Florence + The Machine et David Bowie. La reprise du soir revisite "Don't You Forget About Me" de Simple Minds, interprété par Black Stone Cherry. La deuxième partie d'émission enchaîne les découvertes et retours marquants avec The Damned reprenant les Rolling Stones, The Black Keys, Poppy, Melissa Auf Der Maur et Def Leppard, qui dévoile "Rejoice". La scène actuelle n'est pas oubliée avec les Parisiens de Chest, avant de conclure cette soirée dense et éclectique sur RTL2 Pop-Rock Station. Oasis - Supersonic Father John Misty - The Old Law Blondie - Heart Of Glass Late Of The Pier - Heartbeat Linkin Park - Two Faced The Doors - Soul Kitchen Guns N' Roses - My Michelle Sébastien Tellier - Refresh Supertramp - Breakfast In America Florence & The Machine - Spectrum David Bowie - Life On Mars Foo Fighters - Asking For A Friend Black Stone Cherry & Tyler Connolly & Theory Of A Deadman - Don't You (Forget About Me) The Cardigans - Erase And Rewind The Damned - The Last Time (Live At The Town & Country Club London 1988) The Black Keys - Fever Rammstein - Benzin Poppy - Guardian Otis Redding - Stand By Me Melissa Auf Der Maur - Taste You Def Leppard - Rejoice The Knack - My Sharona Jet - Are You Gonna Be My Girl Chest - Entertainment Ty Segall - And, GoodnightHébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

The XS Noize Podcast
Paul Draper on Mansun Retold: revisiting old songs with new perspective (#267)

The XS Noize Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2026 41:50


In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Paul Draper to talk about Mansun Retold — a project shaped by distance, perspective, and the strange experience of meeting your younger self through song. Watch the full video conversation. Releasing on 20 February, Mansun Retold sees Draper revisit and reimagine key songs from the Mansun catalogue, rebuilding them from the ground up as full-band, acoustic unplugged recordings. Rather than revisiting the past for nostalgia's sake, the album is about clarity — hearing familiar songs anew, stripped of urgency, ego, and expectation. Recorded at The Loft Studios in Surrey, the album was co-produced by Paul Draper alongside Paul "PDub" Walton (The Cure, U2, Björk, Massive Attack, Oasis). The sessions feature a string quartet arranged and led by Audrey Riley (Muse, Coldplay, Nick Cave), with drums performed by Julian Fenton — Mansun's original early-era drummer. Draper performs acoustic bass, acoustic lead and rhythm guitar, and piano throughout the record. In this conversation, Draper reflects on the emotional weight of returning to songs so closely tied to his own life, how he decided which tracks felt ready to be retold, and the responsibility he feels toward fans who have lived with this music for decades. He also talks about life beyond music, creative fulfilment, and how Mansun Retold is intended to be experienced — not as a retrospective, but as a living record, rooted firmly in the present. About The XS Noize Podcast With over 250 episodes, the XS Noize Podcast has become a trusted home for music's legends, innovators, and trailblazers — a place where real conversations meet real stories. Hosted by Mark Millar, the show has featured an extraordinary lineup including Sleaford Mods, The Charlatans, Gary "Mani" Mounfield, Glen Matlock, Miles Kane, Matt Berninger, Saint Etienne, D:Ream, Gavin Rossdale, The Farm, Snow Patrol, John Lydon, Will Sergeant, Ocean Colour Scene, Gary Kemp, Doves, Gavin Friday, David Gray, Anton Newcombe, Peter Hook, Razorlight, Sananda Maitreya, James, Crowded House, Elbow, Cast, Kula Shaker, Shed Seven, Future Islands, Peter Frampton, Bernard Butler, Steven Wilson, Travis, New Order, The Killers, Tito Jackson, Simple Minds, The Divine Comedy, Shaun Ryder, Gary Numan, and Michael Head — among many more. Explore the complete XS Noize Podcast archive here. New episodes drop weekly — subscribe for more in-depth conversations with the artists who shape our lives.

Mix Tape Mafia
Ep. 149: HEY Now!

Mix Tape Mafia

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2026 31:17


Hey, hey, whadda ya say? It's a mix tape for horses... the 20 best songs that feature the word "Hey" either in the title, or a prominent part of the lyrics. We'll tap into some gems from Simple Minds, Pink Floyd, Train, Gin Blossoms, Rolling Stones, The Beatles, Taylor Swift, Beastie Boys, and more!

The XS Noize Podcast
Alexander Wolfe on 'Everythinglessness' and confronting masculinity through music (#266)

The XS Noize Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2026 36:44


In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Alexander Wolfe to talk about his deeply personal new album Everythinglessness. Watch the full video conversation. Written after a period of intense personal reckoning — including time spent in a mental health rehabilitation facility in 2023 — Everythinglessness explores masculinity, mental health, and emotional survival. Drawing on experiences of depression, anxiety, and ADHD, Wolfe turns vulnerability into something raw, intimate, and quietly powerful. Raised in 1990s Woolwich, Wolfe blends observational grit with cinematic songwriting, using analogue textures, layered harmonies, and stark piano lines to create a record that unfolds like a coming-of-age story — moving through grief, identity, and acceptance. In this conversation, Wolfe reflects on the mindset behind the album, the challenge of expressing softness in a culture shaped by silence and stoicism, and how music became a form of recovery rather than escape. About The XS Noize Podcast With over 250 episodes, the XS Noize Podcast has become a trusted home for music's legends, innovators, and trailblazers — a place where real conversations meet real stories. Hosted by Mark Millar, the show has featured an extraordinary lineup including Sleaford Mods, The Charlatans, Gary "Mani" Mounfield, Glen Matlock, Miles Kane, Matt Berninger, Saint Etienne, D:Ream, Gavin Rossdale, The Farm, Snow Patrol, John Lydon, Will Sergeant, Ocean Colour Scene, Gary Kemp, Doves, Gavin Friday, David Gray, Anton Newcombe, Peter Hook, Razorlight, Sananda Maitreya, James, Crowded House, Elbow, Cast, Kula Shaker, Shed Seven, Future Islands, Peter Frampton, Bernard Butler, Steven Wilson, Travis, New Order, The Killers, Tito Jackson, Simple Minds, The Divine Comedy, Shaun Ryder, Gary Numan, and Michael Head — among many more. Explore the complete XS Noize Podcast archive here. New episodes drop weekly — subscribe for more in-depth conversations with the artists who shape our lives.

The Rizzuto Show
Crap On Extra: Harry Styles Is Back And Is Jay Leno Dating A New Woman?

The Rizzuto Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2026 27:18


MUSICHarry Styles is back with a new album after a three year hiatus and the ladies are READY. Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally, set for a March 6 release. Produced by his longtime collaborator Kid Harpoon, the album, which will mark Styles' fourth studio album and his first since 2022, will feature 12 new tracks.https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/harry-styles-album-kiss-all-the-time-disco-occassionally-1235499907/ Disturbed, Limp Bizkit and Bad Omens will headline the Inkcarceration festival, July 17th through the 19th in Mansfield, Ohio. Other acts on the bill include Papa Roach, Starset, Hollywood Undead, Sleep Theory, A Day to Remember, Motionless in White and Ice Nine Kills.Black Stone Cherry have teamed up with Tyler Connolly of Theory of a Deadman for a cover of Simple Minds' "Don't You (Forget About Me)." Check it out on YouTube. Lamb Of God will release their 10th studio album, titled "Into Oblivion," on March 13th. https://rocksound.tv/news/lamb-of-god-announce-new-album-into-oblivion Twenty One Pilots have shared the first trailer for More Than We Ever Imagined, the concert film that will be in theaters on February 26th. Watch it now on YouTube. Adam Lazzara, frontman of Taking Back Sunday, made a surprise guest appearance during Halsey's 'Back of Badlands' tour at Hammersmith Ballroom in New York City. https://tonedeaf.thebrag.com/watch-taking-back-sundays-adam-lazzara-join-halsey-on-stage-in-new-york/ NEW ALBUM RELEASES:· A$AP Rocky - Don't Be Dumb· Funeral Portrait - Live From Suffocate City· Richard Marx - After Hours TVPamela Anderson sat down with Andy Cohen and explained that she left the show and “went right to bed” after presenting the award for Best Actress in a Motion Picture Musical or Comedy to Rose Byrne because was avoiding Seth Rogen, who produced and starred in “Pam And Tommy,” (2022 miniseries about the fallout over a stolen sex tape she made in the mid-1990s with then-husband Tommy Lee.) https://www.huffpost.com/entry/pamela-anderson-seth-rogen-golden-globes-yucky_n_69693545e4b00edae2a40599 Can it be that I have entirely missed the point of "Baywatch"? Because a casting call just went out for the new reboot, and check this out: https://deadline.com/2026/01/baywatch-open-casting-call-fox-reboot-1236684357/ Game of Thrones author George R.R. Martin has publicly expressed his disappointment with the creative process of House of the Dragon. https://collider.com/george-rr-martin-abysmal-relationship-with-house-of-the-dragon-showrunner-ryan-condal/ And speaking of GOT: Sophie Turner has been cast as Lara Croft in a new live-action television adaptation of the Tomb Raider franchise, developed by Prime Video. https://variety.com/2026/tv/news/tomb-raider-sophie-turner-lara-croft-first-look-1236605699/ Jay Leno remains committed to his wife, Mavis, who was diagnosed with advanced dementia in early 2024. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h361wQC3E4M MOVING ON INTO MOVIE NEWS:IN THEATERS:28 Years Later: The Bone Temple (Ralph Fiennes)o This picks up immediately after the events of "28 Years Later", with Spike (Alfie Williams) befriends "Willow's" Erin Kellyman while trapped on the quarantined mainland among a group of Satanists like by Jack O'Connell. And back at the bone temple, Dr. Kelson (Ralph Fiennes) begins experimenting on an infected alpha . . . and becomes convinced he can find a cure.o 94% Tomatometer "Hamnet" expands nationwide. (PG-13) Trailer· Paul Mescal is William Shakespeare and Jessie Buckley is his wife Agnes in this movie about them grappling with the death of their young son Hamnet . . . which inspires him to write his famous tragedy "Hamlet".· 86% tomatometer / 93% Denise Richards and Charlie Sheen's daughters are feuding . . . over a man. https://people.com/lola-sheen-speaks-out-after-sister-sami-claims-shes-dating-her-ex-boyfriend-11885476· AND FINALLYAlmost everyone has a memory of a Disney movie that upset them as a child, also known as ‘PTSDisney': People online are sharing the most traumatizing Disney movie moments. https://www.buzzfeed.com/haein_jung/childhood-traumatizing-moments-from-disney-moviesHere are some highlights: 1. Mufasa's death in "The Lion King".2. Miguel singing to Mama Coco in "Coco".3. When Bambi realizes his mom didn't outrun the hunters.4. Jessie's flashback scene in "Toy Story 2".5. At the beginning of "Up" when Ellie passed away.6. When the dog is shot in "Old Yeller".7. The toy monkey scene in "Toy Story 3".8. When all the kids turned into donkeys in "Pinocchio".9. The Evil Queen's transformation in "Snow White".10. When the older brother dies in "Big Hero 6".AND THAT IS YOUR CRAP ON CELEBRITIES!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The VHS Strikes Back
The Breakfast Club (1985) | 80s Teen Classic That Defined a Generation | VHSSB

The VHS Strikes Back

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2026 67:25


The Breakfast Club (1985) was chosen by Patreon supporter Lucky LouLou Green, and it stands as one of the defining films of 1980s American cinema. Written, produced, and directed by John Hughes, the movie was made during an incredibly prolific period for the filmmaker, as he reshaped teen movies with a more honest, character-driven approach. Shot on a modest budget of around $1 million, the film was produced quickly, with Hughes deliberately stripping away flashy set pieces to focus on dialogue, performance, and atmosphere. Principal photography took place at Maine North High School in Des Plaines, Illinois — a real, unused school that Hughes would return to multiple times throughout his career.The production schedule was famously short — just 28 days — and Hughes encouraged collaboration, allowing the young cast to contribute ideas and personal experiences to their roles. Several moments of dialogue were improvised or rewritten on set, helping give the film its natural, conversational feel that set it apart from other teen movies of the era. Composer Keith Forsey provided the now-iconic soundtrack, perfectly capturing the mood of mid-80s youth culture. Upon release, The Breakfast Club became both a commercial and cultural success, cementing Hughes' reputation and turning its cast into defining faces of a generation. Today, the film is widely regarded as a landmark of 1980s filmmaking — proof that a small budget, a single location, and strong creative confidence can produce something timeless.

We Will Rank You
48. Cocteau Twins - Heaven or Las Vegas ranked

We Will Rank You

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2025 103:42


What's your most loved and least favourite song on Cocteau Twins' 1990 album Heaven or Las Vegas? Ranking such a semi-wordless shimmery masterpiece was a strange, wonderful experience. TMI abounds. San Diego's Cocteau coverband, the Mocteau Twins inspired Adam to choose it and the whole band was kind enough to send us their story and favorites!  Available at WeWillRankYouPod.com, Apple, Spotify and Las Vegas. Please tell us how YOU would rank tonight's tunes on Instagram, Facebook and Threads  @wewillrankyoupod !FILE UNDER/SPOILERS:Ambient, baby, Blue Bell Knoll, Kate Bush, Capitol Records, Cherry Coke, Cherry-Coloured Funk, Christmas lights, Cocteau Twins, the Cure, Miley Cyrus, dream pop, electronic, experimental, Fifty-Fifty Clown, Fotzepolitic, 4AD, Elizabeth Fraser, Frou-Frou Foxes in Midsummer Fires, GARLIC FONDUE, harmonies, Robin Guthrie, Heaven For Last Vegans, Heaven or Las Vegas, Iceblink Luck, Jericho, Johnny and the Self Abusers, Las Bagels, London, Lucy Belle, Massive Attack, misheard lyrics, Mocteau Twins, Alanis Morrissette, newborn, pedals, Pitch the Baby, Matt Pond PA, psychedelia, Simon Raymonde, reverb, Ride, Road River and Rail, Chappell Roan, Scotland, September Sound, shoegaze, Simple Minds, the Sundays, swirling, Twickenham, Wolf in the Breast, 1990.US: http://www.WeWillRankYouPod.com wewillrankyoupod@gmail.comNEW! Host tips: Venmo @wewillrankyoupodhttp://www.facebook.com/WeWillRankYouPodhttp://www.instagram.com/WeWillRankYouPodhttps://www.threads.net/@WeWillRankYouPodhttp://www.YerDoinGreat.com (Adam's music page)https://open.spotify.com/user/dancecarbuzz (Dan's playlists)http://www.instagram.com/MocteauTwins

Creative Characters
Designing the future with Malcolm Garrett.

Creative Characters

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2025 63:04


Step into the world of Malcolm Garrett, an iconic British graphic designer whose career is grounded in punk rock and new technology.In this episode, Malcolm talks about designing record sleeves for bands like Buzzcocks, Duran Duran, and Simple Minds, as well as his enthusiasm for adopting new digital design tools. From the DIY spirit of London's Shoreditch neighborhood in the '80s to learning how to design on Apple IIe computers and early iterations of Adobe Illustrator, Malcolm's reflections offer a glimpse into the evolution of graphic design over the past five decades. You can find blog posts for this and all our past episodes at monotype.com/podcast.

Double Deuce podcast
528: Twilight Squeakers

Double Deuce podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2025 28:24


The Notes: Will's musical endeavors have evolved yet again! "We like this one," say wife and son! The gap, and the minding of it! In America, the gap minds you! Space age 70's technology! Nelson is the one without hope this time! AIDS is back and better than ever! Middle class Bob Cratchit! Sports Corner! Are you ready for some football (talk)!? Barring executive level bribery, Will's team has been eliminated! Less knees, mo problems! Get yourself one of those white lady knees! Will is gonna forget about you, Simple Minds! Is it really kidnapping if you only take them out for ice cream!? One score games? Tired. Twilight squeakers? Inspired! Why do you hate women, Stephanie Meyer!? Two lawyers enter, one lawyer leaves! Contact Us! Follow Us! Love Us! Email: doubledeucepod@gmail.com Twitter & Instagram: @doubledeucepod Bluesky: @doubledeucepod.bsky.social Facebook: www.facebook.com/DoubleDeucePod/ Patreon: patreon.com/DoubleDeucePod Also, please subscribe/rate/review/share us! We're on Apple, Android, Libsyn, Stitcher, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Radio.com, RadioPublic, pretty much anywhere they got podcasts, you can find the Deuce! Podcast logo art by Jason Keezer! Find his art online at Keezograms! Intro & Outro featuring Rob Schulte! Check out his many podcasts! Brought to you in part by sponsorship from Courtney Shipley, Official Superfans Stefan Rider, Amber Fraley, Nate Copt, and listeners like you! Join a tier on our Patreon! Advertise with us! If you want that good, all-natural focus and energy, our DOUBLEDEUCE20 code still works at www.magicmind.com/doubledeuce for 20% off all purchases and subscriptions. Check out the Lawrence Times's 785 Collective at https://lawrencekstimes.com/785collective/ for a list of local LFK podcasts including this one!  

Deep Cuts Lost & Found

Deep Cuts: Lost & Found goes out with a BANG on this mid-season finale for season 4, focusing on drums and drummers. Check out acclaimed rhythmatists like Stewart Copeland and Ringo Starr, as well as some lesser-known thumpers like George Hurley and James Gadson. Featuring The Police, New Order, Can, Simple Minds, the Beatles and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Talkin' Rock With Meltdown Podcast
Talkin' Rock with Chris Robertson of Black Stone Cherry, and Set It Off

Talkin' Rock With Meltdown Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2025 45:27


This week on Talkin' Rock, it's Chris Robertson of Black Stone Cherry and the guys from Set It Off. Chris started us off by discussing their upcoming EP, which is set to drop on March 6th. There are six new songs and one cover. More about that in a minute. Celebrate is the name of the EP, and the first single to come from it. Chris said that the song is about everyday small victories. The cover song is with Tyler Connolly of Theory of a Deadman, and they covered the Simple Minds classic Don't You (Forget About Me). Chris said he's always wanted to cover that song and add more punch to it. We discussed Detroit rock legends, their European tour with Alice Cooper, and more. They play District 142 on Saturday, November 22.Set It Off wraps up this episode. The guys dived into going independent a couple of years ago, and it seems to have worked for them. They are loving being in control of their path and say it's opened more doors than they thought it would. They also have a new EP that they dropped a couple of weeks ago. We discussed great wings in Detroit, touring with I Prevail, and how well they treated them, and more. They play Saint Andrew's Hall on Thanksgiving Eve. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Tully Show
October 1985 New Music: INXS, Simple Minds, "Rock Me Amadeus," and MORE!

The Tully Show

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2025 56:43


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