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Jessica Winter has a hell of a story about Rebecca Black in this week's episode, involving a legendary burlesque club in London, too much alcohol and a drill going through a part of a man's body it really shouldn't go through. She also talks about scoring CBBC shows and safety for female artists and producers via a simple device making a difference. Outside of our guest interview this week, Greg and Stu discuss how a punk band terrified America by performing on the Jimmy Kimmel show (and ponder what would happen if we had the same booking here on Graham Norton), and report on how Irish rap trio Kneecap took the UK government to court this week and won. Further reading/listening/viewing: Knocked Loose on Kimmel Live Watch Kneecap's full statement after winning their court case Hate Zine website Hate Zine on Instagram 'Friday' by Rebecca Black Listen to our new Beat the Algorithm Spotify playlist Sign up to the Loud And Quiet Weekly newsletter Credits: Editing by Stuart Stubbs Mixing and mastering by Flo Lines Artwork by Kate PriorSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Death! Like a begrudging respect for Robbie Williams, sadly, it comes to us all. Perhaps that's why Stuart has taken to asking our guests about the subject of the great beyond, which reminded us that there was a time when we asked a bunch of musicians what they thought was the perfect way to die, in a regular interview feature in Loud And Quiet magazine. On this week's podcast we revisit those answers from 2014 - 2017, make our case for SZA to have another go at Glastonbury, review new documentary Boy Bands Forever, unpack the new proposed levy that supports grassroots venues and, somewhat tragically, discuss the new song by Mark Zuckerberg. Further reading/listening/viewing Getting To Know You archive Sherelle Loud And Quiet interview Mark Zuckerberg's horrible song Listen to our new Beat the Algorithm Spotify playlist Credits: Editing by Stuart Stubbs Mixing and mastering by Willem Olenski Artwork by Kate PriorSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welsh electronic artist, producer and DJ Kelly Lee Owens has come along way in a short period of time. Yet, her warmth and charisma mean her A-list stories of playing Ibiza's legendary Amnesia nightclub with Charli XCX or being welcomed into the Depeche Mode family, or dining with Bill Murray don't come across like arrogant boasts. That's because they come sandwiched with grounded stories of her days as a cancer ward nurse, eating cheese when she gets up at 3AM and hiding horse sh*t in the boot of an ex-boyfriend's car. She also spoke to Stuart Stubbs about the release of her fourth album 'Dreamstate', out now on George Daniel's (The 1975) dh2 imprint. You can watch clips of the podcast online now, just give us a follow on Instagram @midnightchatspod. Further reading/listening/viewing “Daydreamer of the year” - Loud And Quiet meets Kelly Lee Owens in Venice in 2020 Watch the trailer for the Travis film 'Almost Fashionable' Listen to our new Beat the Algorithm Spotify playlist Credits: Editing by Stuart Stubbs Mixing and mastering by Flo Lines Artwork by Kate Prior See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Over black coffee and biscuits at his kitchen table at home in Bristol IDLES' vocalist Joe Talbot speaks to Greg Cochrane. In discussion: Joe's mental health, his band and the state of UK politics. Plus, talk of transformative parenthood, working with LCD Soundsystem and his new music plans with Jamie T and Willie J. Healey. Recorded in December 2023 - find video clips of the chat on our socials, we're @Midnightchatspod. Further links: Joe Talbot on episode 94 of Midnight Chats. Read IDLES' cover feature interview with Loud And Quiet from 2018. Listen to IDLES recently released album 'Tangk'. Episode shout outs: Interview by Greg Cochrane. Editing by Stuart Stubbs. Mix and master by Flo Lines. Artwork by Kate Prior. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ahead of his debut solo album, Hideous Bastard, The xx's Oliver Sim talks to Stuart Stubbs about that record, the horror film he's made to go with it, and the secret of being in a band with friends you've known since you were 3 years old.This episode is supported by Southbank CentreBuy tickets for the Loraine James show on October 2Buy tickets for Nick Cave and Sean O'Hagan on October 2710% off tickets for our party at Village Underground on September 19, with Theon Cross, Lunch Money Life and Donna ThompsonSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/midnightchats. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.
In a special edition of the podcast, Midnight Chats comes to you from a park wall Barcelona where Squid singer and drummer Ollie Judge and Stuart Stubbs talk about NFTs, dodgy merch, Primavera Sound, riders and more. Read our Squid cover featureOrder our Squid issueOrder some L&Q fleece mittens (I think we have a few left)Become a member of Loud And QuietSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/midnightchats. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
West London rapper AJ Tracey talks to Stuart Stubbs about his beloved Tottenham Hotspurs, fine dining, gaming, Japanese art and hip hop, of course. Takashi Murikami's An Arrow Through History exhibition 'Reasonable' video'Thiago Silva' video with Dave video'Ladbroke Grove' videoSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/midnightchats. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Michelle Zauner aka Japanese Breakfast talk to Stuart Stubbs about her recent night out at the Grammys, her memoir Crying In H Mart (and how it's being made into a movie), recent album Jubilee and getting lost wherever she goes. Try a 30-day Loud And Quiet trialRead our Japanese Breakfast cover interviewWatch Michelle's video for 'Be Sweet'Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/midnightchats. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Musician, producer, songwriter and former "wrongun'" Bernard Butler talks to Stuart Stubbs about his unorthodox music career that truly began when he walked out of a hugely successful band aged just 24 (Suede). Topics covered include: what happened immediately after his first shock move of many, why he doesn't he care for nostalgia, and where he is now – releasing a new collaborative album with actor and singer Jessie Buckley.McAlmont and Butler's 'Yes'Listen to Laura Marling on Midnight ChatsListen to Brett Anderson on Midnight ChatsBecome a Loud And Quiet memberSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/midnightchats. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Leeds band Yard Act are having a hell of 2022, which begun with them slogging it out in a battle for number 1 with Meat Loaf and Years & Years. In this week's podcast, singer James Smith talks to Stuart Stubbs about the race to the top of the charts, what really happens at Fallon, and why the band signed a major record deal after a lifetime on indies.Useful links:Yard Act performing 'The Overload' on Fallon 'Land of the Blind' videoSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/midnightchats. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Amyl & The Sniffers have a new record of aggro punk coming called 'Comfort to Me'. On this week's podcast, band singer Amy Taylor talks to Stuart Stubbs from her home in Melbourne to discuss the record, rap, living with bugs and whether she'd go into space or not.Useful links:Amy's feature on Sleaford Mods' track 'Nudge It'Our Loud And Quiet interview with Amy from 2019The Cock Destroyers on twitterThe Cock Destroyers on OnlyFansAmy rapping WAP on Spicks and Specks Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/midnightchats. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Soulwax brothers David and Stephen Dewaele talk to Stuart Stubbs about the unexpected, wild days of 2ManyDJs, their space age new studio and HQ in the centre of Ghent, their new TV show, Ibiza and more.Some useful links:The DEEWEE StudioPart of the Weekend Never DiesDEEWEE TEEVEE Episode 12ManyDJs – As Heard on Radio Soulwax Pt 2The all new Loud And Quiet Membership Plans Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/midnightchats. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
There's only one Peaches – musician, visual artist, theatre maker, electro clash pioneer and queer icon. Speaking from her home in Berlin, she talks to Stuart Stubbs about her lesser known folk beginnings, her refusal to quit a show however tough things get and her love for musicals.Shut Up And Play The Piano trailerPussy Mask videoFuck the Pain Away videoWe Don't Play Guitars by Chicks on Speed Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/midnightchats. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Arlo Parks is still only 19 but she's already making films for Gucci with Gus Van Sant, performing at Glastonbury in the year when there was no Glastonbury, and preparing for the release of her debut album, Collapsed in Sunbeams, in January 2021. Talking with Stuart Stubbs, the West London poet also discusses her other loves – horror films, King Krule and Radiohead.Knotted Gold short for GucciPerforming 'Fake Plastic Trees' with Phoebe Bridgers for RadioArlo's Glastonbury performance in 2020Become a member of Loud And Quiet Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/midnightchats. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
To celebrate Midnight Chats reaching 100 episodes, Stuart Stubbs spoke with Pulp singer/solo musician/broadcaster Jarvis Cocker about birthdays, rave days, and living with drug dealer days. Also, how Jarvis has navigated lockdown, his new album 'Beyond the Pale' and learning to be happy in your own company.Read our cover feature with Jarvis from 2017 here House Music All Night LongBecome a Loud And Quiet Member Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/midnightchats. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
A podcast to spread some positivity right now, with guest and Ezra Collective band leader Femi Koleoso. Talking to Stuart Stubbs, Femi discusses learning drums from his hero Tony Allen, modelling for Stella McCartney, jazz and his incredible Champions League advertEzra Collective's shopFemi's Champions League advertThe great Tony AllenBecome a Loud And Quiet member Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/midnightchats. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Speaking from her home LA – after a bungled attempt to record this episode in August – Phoebe Bridgers talks to Stuart Stubbs about her comedian mum, how she'd choose to die, her favourite curse words and other important issues of the day.Jamie Bridgers' comedy show – https://www.uncabaret.comStath Lets Flats – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WTq0zQlNNNUPhoebe's iPhone advert – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KFXwyi85gMAPhoebe's Twitter – https://twitter.com/phoebe_bridgersEinstein's Dirty Secret – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zxYNK9I6UMIBecome a Member of Loud And Quiet Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/midnightchats. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Despite everything he achieved with The Charlatans, as a solo musicians and as a flogger of his own coffee range, Tim Burgess has spent 2020 (aka lockdown) transitioning into a full-blown Twitter star, thanks to Tim's Twitter Listening Party, where his followers all listen to the same iconic record while the artists responsible tweets along. Here he speaks to Stuart Stubbs about the party, his time in LA and autograph hunting grumpy rockstars.Tim's Twitter Listening PartyA Man Needs to Be ToldLiam's Definitely Maybe album designBecome a Loud And Quiet Member Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/midnightchats. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Founder of Loud & Quiet magazine, Stuart tells me about how he got started, interviewing seasoned musicians, and how the magazine has changed since it's first issue in 2005. Hidden Gem: https://theroute.co
As some publications are suspended while others are in danger of being discontinued, we explore how the music press is holding up during the pandemic – and why it’s important that we keep it going. Robert Bound speaks to Stuart Stubbs, editor of ‘Loud and Quiet’ and Laura Snapes, deputy music editor at ‘The Guardian’.
Comedian, drummer, podcaster, ex-Spice Girls fan and 2016 music scholar James Acaster talks to Stuart Stubbs about why he became obsessed with that year of music and ended up buying 600 albums from it. Useful links:Luna Dott Raids the Bee PigeonOkilly DokillyCaught by the River's album made with bee soundseMMplekzClipping's 'Splendor & Misery''Everything's Fine' by Jean Grae and Qualle Chris See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Kim Gordon – Sonic Youth pioneer, visual artist, former dance student, political activist, fashion label owner, some-time actor, author and solo musician – somehow found some time to speak with Stuart Stubbs about art, life and crying.Kim's Bernie Sanders video:https://twitter.com/KimletGordon/status/1234620661487697921Kim in Gossip Girl:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GKeScyZ4muMKim on Marc Maron's WTF podcast:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W1ZRECDjL9g See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Kevin Parker (aka Tame Impala) insists on having a full length mirror facing him when he's on a photo shoot so he can check his hair. This is what he talks about with Stuart Stubbs on this episode of the podcast, as well as new album The Slow Rush, and how Travis Scott listens to music the loudest out of anyone he's worked with.The sleeve of The Slow Rush:https://driftrecords.com/products/tame-impala-the-slow-rush?_pos=1&_sid=0d15a84d3&_ss=rMore information:Subscriptions to Loud And Quiethttps://www.loudandquiet.com/subscribe/Thank you to our supporters of this series of Midnight Chats, The Great Escape festival. Tickets are available now. https://greatescapefestival.com/buy-festival-tickets/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Ex-Moldy Peaches singer and solo artist Adam Green talk Stuart Stubbs through making a movie with papier-mâché props, begrudgingly acting, New York City and his 10th album, Engine of Paradise.Adam's Aladdin movie:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-c2wtqAfQlQAdam's Wrong Ferarri movie:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=liRE9UQIogA&t=2011sA link to Adam's War In Paradise comic book:http://adamgreen.infoA young Pete Doherty queues to buy a copy of Be Here Now:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Quba72Xli8oSupport Midnight Chats and Loud And Quiet here: https://www.loudandquiet.com/subscribe/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Music and tech talk from outside the lifts on floor 3, with Holly Herndon and Stuart Stubbs in conversation.Our Loud And Quiet cover feature with Holly:https://www.loudandquiet.com/interview/holly-herndon/Holly's first tape release, Car:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yiJBGlBFono&t=2319sSupport Midnight Chats here: https://www.loudandquiet.com/subscribe/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Known as the inventor of slacker rock, Malkmus is the perfect guest for Midnight Chats, lending his louche ways to this week's episode as he talks to Stuart Stubbs about the films he loves, YouTube tutorials, Pavement's 2020 reunion and new solo album 'Groove Denied'.The weird video that we talk about, of Hulk Hogan playing the guitar and Obama and Ellen boomeranging, is right here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aJkDxjufop4And Cate Blanchett lip syncing to Stephen's cover of Bob Dylan's 'Ballad of a Thin Man':https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Ha1eqHDu_wSupport Midnight Chats here:https://www.loudandquiet.com/subscribe/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Julia tells Stuart Stubbs that you should always celebrate your birthday, nothing compares to feeling like you're going to die from emotions at the age of 17, and playing festivals is fun if you ignore the people walking away from you set. Useful links to accompany this incredible piece of audio entertainment:The Loud And Quiet 131 cover feature interview with Juliahttps://www.loudandquiet.com/interview/on-britains-strangest-stretch-of-coast-julia-jacklin-recounts-the-last-two-years-that-led-to-an-album-called-crushing/Stella Donnelly's video for 'Tricks'https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Q0t_dDKjyIThe Phantastic Ferniture 'Fuckin 'n' Rollin' videohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rpam-XmVTPYAnother video of Julia running down a suburban streethttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Z3IJT3Ke0Y See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
For the first episode in series 8 of the podcast, Yeah Yeah Yeahs singer Karen O talks Stuart Stubbs through her new album with Danger Mouse ('Lux Prima'), meeting Nick Cave, avoiding Lou Reed, and visiting George Lucas' Skywalker Ranch to mix her first audio art installation.We've also got some new creepy theme music and have switched up our sound – basically, we've cut down on how much we bollox on at the beginning so you can get straight into the chat as soon as possible. Here are some useful links to what Karen and Stu mention in this episode...The Lux Prima exhibition – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UNbrrS-J_7gKaren O and Danger Mouse covering 'Perfect Day' – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jN08oY_cDkM'Perfect Day' BBC Children in Need charity single – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dfddYDRIFGY See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Loud And Quiet's award-dodging podcast series returns next week for Series 8. Over the next 2 minutes 34 seconds Stuart Stubbs (a man who never seems to introduce himself on this podcast) will tell you what you need to know about it in the hope that you will tell every person your know to subscribe to what we're trying to achieve here. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Sleaford Mods' Jason Williams talks to Stuart Stubbs about new album Eton Alive, trash movies and that time his band were introduced on the BBC by Lord Buckethead. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
British musician Baxter Dury invited Stuart Stubbs to his house to sit on his balcony on the River Thames and wang on about Face Off, childhood memories and music collaboration. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Suede frontman Brett Anderson let Stuart Stubbs go round to his flat for a conversation about growing up, Jimothy Lacoste, his band's roll in Britpop and Suede's new record, 'The Blue Hour'. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
13 years ago, Stuart Stubbs founded independent music magazine Loud And Quiet. Today he talks to me about the magazine's 'gentle dictatorship', the freedom of 'Free', the curse of green covers, and his biggest mistake. We also discuss fading cultural tribalism, why the music industry needs to embrace ignorance, and attempt to predict the future of indie print journalism. // Contact the pod: readslikeafour@gmail.com // Follow the pod: @readslikeafour (Twitter + Instagram) See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
As well as changing the face of music as the leader and guitarist of The Smiths, Johnny Marr has played with Talking Heads, Modest Mouse, The The, The Cribs, The Pet Shop Boys and many, many more. This is him talking to Stuart Stubbs about new solo album 'Call The Comet', working with no ego and swapping guitars with Noel Gallagher and Nile Rodgers. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
The Blur guitarist talks to Stuart Stubbs about crashing cars in America, The Beatles, Ryan Gosling and soundtracking his first TV show, 'The End of The F**cking World'. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Recorded in Barcelona at Primavera Sound, Angel Olsen talks to Stuart Stubbs about roller skating, the things people shout at gigs and Barry Gibb. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Canadian musician Mac DeMarco discusses moving to LA, feeling old, pigs and his ridiculous life with Stuart Stubbs. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Laura Marling talks to Stuart Stubbs about collecting things from 1969, making cheese and living LA. There's also talk of music, considering Laura is about to release her 6th album in 9 years, at the age of 27. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Jacksonville alt. country singer Ryan Adams in late-night, casual conversation with Stuart Stubbs at a big Hotel in the middle of London called The Langham. Expect topics ranging from Ryan's 16th album 'Prisoner' to cats. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Actor, writer, comedian and musician Matt Berry talks to Stuart Stubbs about dreams, the dark thoughts that occur after midnight and his new record 'Small Hours'. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.