Podcasts about torquil

Andrew Sean Greer won the Pulitzer Prize for his comic novel, Less. For this episode he reads an excerpt from the follow up book, Less is Lost, and describes how he thinks of the book as more serious than many readers.  For the songwriter in this episode, Andrew requested Torquil Campbell of the  band Stars, and Torq secretly invited Andrew's close friend Daniel Handler (aka the wildly popular children's author Lemony Snicket) to collaborate on it. Unbeknownst to many of his fans, Daniel is a seriously experienced songwriter and session musician, who has collaborated with Death Cab for Cutie, The Decembrists, and Magnetic Fields, and he and Torq trade anecdotes, make fun of each other relentlessly, and talk about the truly sweet surprise they cooked up together for Andrew, a song called "Not the Best."SongWriterPodcast.comTwitter.com/SnogWriterFacebook.com/SongWriterPodcastInstagram.com/SongWriterPodcastTikTok.com/@SongWriterPodcast

In this episode, David Harris, Holly Hazelwood and Eric Mellor are joined by special guest, Torquil Campbell from Stars, to discuss the convicted murderer and impostor, Clark Rockefeller. Support the show

Last week we received an email from our European correspondent Chilly Gonzales demanding to address Torquil's insane desire to kill all the robots. Well, here he is in all his glory.Forever thanks to our sponsor EFFIN BIRDS

In this episode, we sit down with David Maggs of the Metcalf Foundation to discuss his recent report, "Art and the World After This." David delves into the ways in which the pandemic has affected the art world, both in terms of the financial struggles of artists and institutions, as well as the shift towards digital and online mediums. He also touches on the importance of supporting artists and arts organizations in the recovery process, and the potential for a more equitable and inclusive art ecosystem in the future. Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation on the state of art post-pandemic. Read David's report here.BTW, that summary was generated by AI and ChatGPT which Torquil is looking to destroy. Thank you, as always, to our incredible sponsor EFFIN' BIRDS    

Stars' Torquil Campbell looks into the rear view mirror at the events leading up to Stars' lovely and melancholic new album, From Capleton Hill. All three Blake Babies - Juliana Hatfield, Freda Love Smith, and John Strohm celebrate a new reissue of their 1990 indie classic, Sunburn. Bill Kopp talks about his new book Disturbing The Peace, which provides the 411 on legendary SF indie label, 415 Records. Record Store Day co-founder Carrie Colliton praises a new RSD reissue of Linda Martell's Color Me Country. Sponsored as always by Dogfish Head Craft Brewery, Tito's Handmade Vodka, and Crosley. Go to RecordStoreDay.com for the latest RSD news. Please subscribe to our podcast wherever you get your podcasts. Follow Paul Myers on Twitter @pulmyears 

This week on a very special episode of Friendless, your host James Avramenko is joined by Stars co-front singer and co-host of the Soft Revolution podcast, the one and only Torquil Campbell. They discuss hashtags as marketing tools, generic individualism, quote tweeting positivity, and of course throughout the whole interview you get to listen to James desperately try to sound cool and collected in front of one of my artistic idols. Check out the latest Stars album From Capelton Hill on Bandcamp or on their WebsiteBe sure to sign up for the Friendless Newsletter so you never miss an update!And you can follow Friendless on Instagram and Twitter Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

Subjectivity can sometimes be difficult, if not down right impossible. This week's movie reached deep into a different part of Daniel's brain, bypassing the analytical side, and firmly implanting it self in that part of ones brain where subjectivity is impossible to achieve. Listen as Daniel explains why he can't be objective about this 80's cult “classic.” Krull is rated PG and was released July 29, 1983 The film features Ken Marshall as Colwyn, Lysette Anthony as Lyssa, Alun Armstrong as Torquil and Liam Neeson as Kegan. Hosts: Daniel Levain, Ian Sweetman and Eric Sweetman. Subscribe thru: Apple Podcast Google Podcast Spotify

In this episode, we get to mee Torquil Campbell (aka Torq), one of the cofounders and co-bandleaders of Canadian indie rock veterans Stars. I'm excited this talk finally happened, as it's been in the works for almost as long as the pod has been around. But now that Stars have a brand new album out, the stars (!) finally aligned. In this digressive, blunt, hilarious, and endearing conversation, Torq and I talk the new record From Capelton Hill, the band's long history and where they are now, and the power of love. And a lot more, I promise. I think you'll like it. Thank you for listening..

In this 1057th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with Torquil Campbell from Stars about the band, Ageless Beauty, Your Ex-Lover is Dead, the new album, getting screwed by streaming companies, Gord Downie, Bookie, and more. Toronto Mike'd is proudly brought to you by Great Lakes Brewery, Palma Pasta, Canna Cabana, StickerYou, Ridley Funeral Home and Duer Pants and Shorts.

Torquil Campbell is a founding member, singer, multi-instrumentalist and songwriter for the band Stars. He is also an actor, a play-write and podcaster.  Stars are getting ready to hit the road in support of their newest release From Capelton Hill (out May 27th on Last Gang Records/MNRK).  Torquil shares the story behind the title of the record, his historic relationship with North Hatley and why it's his only real sense of home.  Joe and Torquil discuss the sentiment that carries the record and how he and Amy Millan (singer/guitarist) are evolving towards more of a first person perspective in their lyrics.  He also catches us up on the plethora of projects he's been involved in in the last couple of years,  the problems of trying too hard and he shares a golden piece of song writing advice from his father in law.  Of course,  hear a couple tunes from From Capelton Hill .https://starsband.bandcamp.com/https://shop.lastgang.com/blogs/news/stars-share-new-single-capelton-hill-expand-tour-datesUse Code Fret10 for a free month of Music Production Suite Pro and a 10% discount on all other software. Visit Izotope.com

Stars frontman Torquil Campbell discusses how his songwriting relationship with fellow member Amy Milan has evolved over the past 20 years, the way our hometown affects all our artistic pursuits, whether he would become a songwriter for hire and much more.

It's a double shot of bitter, sardonic, and nihilistic Brit pop! Torquil Campbell the enigmatic lead singer of Montreal-based Stars joins us to talk about not one, but two albums (one songwriter) that shaped him as an artist. Tune in and listen to Torq's poetic diatribes on the role that The Auteurs and Black Box Recorder played in the shaping of the Stars sound and on him as an individual. There is some language in this one, so keep the kiddies at bay. On second thought, who gives a shit! Let them listen! And remember, to follow our Spotify playlist to follow along with the songs we discuss.

Join No Spoiler Reviews' Mark Esper he gives you his instant reaction to the mountaineering documentary 14 Peaks: Nothing Is Impossible, where Nirmal Purja, a Nepalese mountaineer attempts to climb the world's highest 14 mountains in less than 7 months.No Spoiler Reviews - Instant reviews with the surprises left in and the spoilers taken out.Music credit: 'Time Off' by SpunticSupport the show by buying us a coffee at: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/nospoilreviews= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = =LISTEN NOW on:SPOTIFY: https://spoti.fi/2r63NmKAPPLE PODCASTS: https://apple.co/339ZWmOAUDIBLE: https://adbl.co/35fEiDxAMAZON ALEXA / TuneIn: https://bit.ly/339jJ5PGOOGLE PODCASTS: https://bit.ly/36rFeARI HEART RADIO: https://ihr.fm/2N86MUhSTITCHER: https://bit.ly/2JCTnkXOVERCAST: https://bit.ly/3ajVZQpPOCKET CASTS: https://pca.st/vfe4m64wCASTRO: https://bit.ly/2FYtZUnCASTBOX: https://bit.ly/2G0oHruPODCHASER: https://bit.ly/38g6vGnNOSPOILERREVIEWS.COM: https://nospoilerreviews.com/podcast/+ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +SUBSCRIBE TO NEVER MISS AN INSTANT REACTION+ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/nospoilreviews)

Spoiler alert! It's cold and dark here in London so the perfect time to get a little gothic with Cousin Kate. It doesn't seem to be a universally popular novel, but we tapped into our inner torment and really enjoyed it. We will acknowledge however that this isn't the most comfortable of reads - what with all the violent deaths and animal cruelty. In this episode we talk about the chilling gothic elements in this story, and how the ratcheting tension is cut through with the refreshingly straight-talking Nidd family, and the absolutely charming love story (with a real cracker of a proposal scene). Everyone falls under the spell of Kate Malvern of course. She's an intrepid heroine who grew up following the drum, isn't above working to support herself, and is quite capable of slapping her employer's lecherous relative. And Philip, with his loyalty and kindness, proves himself worthy of her. Minerva, Torquil and Sir Tim on the other hand are much more dubious figures (unless you've got more sympathy for Sir Timothy than we have). Machiavellian machinations and murder galore in that unhappy little triumvirate. We end up discussing whether Sir Tim had a happier ending than he deserved, and how Heyer forces us to feel sympathy for Torquil. And then there's Minerva - you know we love dissecting a good baddie, and she certainly gives us plenty to get our teeth into. “He addressed himself to Kate, saying, in his stateliest manner: ‘I beg your pardon, miss, but since her ladyship is unwell I feel it my duty to inform you that Mrs Thorne has seen fit to Prophesy!'” Instagram: @georgetteheyerpodcast Twitter: @heyerpodcast

Come From Away producer Michael Rubinoff joins the pod to discuss the show's closing in Toronto, why commercial theatre matters, and how government support could have saved the show. Also, in a panic-attack fuelled move, Torquil goes DaVinci.LINKS :To avoid more closings like Toronto's Come From Away, governments need to support Canada's performing-arts sectorSpeaking Freely - Why I resigned from the Canadian Broadcasting CorporationPICKS :Max Richter's reimagining of Vivaldi's Four SeasonsThe Lost Daughter on NetflixSPONSORS and HOW YOU CAN SUPPORTThank you to Effin' Birds for sponsoring Soft Revolution.JOIN OUR PATREON - Early Access, bonus content and proceeds to the AFC - $3/mth

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“The Night Economy” Over the course of their brilliant career, which got started around 1999, Stars have put out nine winning and magical albums including Set Yourself on Fire and the Polaris-Prize nominated efforts In Our Bedroom After The War and The Five Ghosts. Their last full-length effort was 2017’s There Is No Love In Fluorescent Light, and I know that was four years ago, but don’t worry—new music is coming. Stars play a ravishing blend of jangly chamber pop, breezy new wave and melancholic indie rock. They fall somewhere between Prefab Sprout and Broken Social Scene and their songs are thoughtful, quirky, moving, inspiring and wrenching in all the right ways. They can evoke the bittersweet memories of the past and they can conjure the hope and optimism of the future. They’ve played Coachella and the WAYHOME festival in Toronto and their music has appeared in "Gossip Girl," "One Tree Hill," "The Vampire Diaries,” “Skins" and "Warehouse 13." The British-born Torquil Campbell is a musician, an actor on stage and film, a playwright and the host of a weekly podcast called The Soft Bulletin. Aside from his work in Stars, Campbell also put out albums with Memphis and he has a a solo project under the name Dead Child Star. In this conversation, which happens to take place on Campbell’s birthday, a lot of ground is covered: the resuscitation of the night economy, staying afloat financially as an artist during COVID, a mutual love of The Chills and why buying an album is still one of the best deals around.

Reserve special with Torquil MacLeod in conversation with David Eastaugh Reserve was a british pop group formed in 1985 by singer, guitarist and songwriter Torquil MacLeod. The band went through various line up changes over the five years of its existence, releasing a flexi-disc on the Sha-La-La label and a 12" EP on Sombrero Records.

Torquil is back officially next week, so today we have a rich, revealing, and powerful talk with Ravi Jain, who is the artistic director of Why Not Theatre and a Canadian cultural leader.  JOIN OUR PATREON!EMAIL US : SOFTREVCAST@GMAIL.COM 

Torquil is moving cross country so Jennifer Lena guest hosts to talk about her new op-ed, how Ali can feel ok listening to Young T, and answers, "what's going on in America?" Then, an incredible interview with husband and wife all-stars Nick Duckart of COME FROM AWAY and Mariand Torres of WICKED.JOIN OUR PATREONLINKS:"Fund Artists, Not Organizations" - Jennifer C. LenaThe arts need a New Deal to survive the pandemic - Misha BersonFOLLOW US:TwitterInstagramPatreon  

Torquil and Michael Healey (@healeytypes) got into a Twitter spat over whether big names giving out their art for free online ruins it for the little guy trying to make a buck. While we wait for the vaccine, and the ability to congregate again, do you make art, and what kind? Plus, if you've got a play and you want some feedback from Michael Healey, well, email him at (mtlh50@gmail.com)! He'd be happy to take a look and give you his feedback. Links:The Forgotten Art of Assembly - Nicholas BergerPicks:Hardy Caprio - an amazing hip-hop artist from London, UK.John Prine - RIP to the great singer/songwriter.Follow us:@softrevcast@torquilcampbell@alimomen

The boys are back talking about Covid-19 and the grief we are all experiencing and how we need to be compassionate and kind to each other in this moment. - even those lined up to buy a video game. Then they dive into the present and future of the Canadian theatre. Oh and Torquil is the "Tiger King". If you're feeling what we're doing, find us on Twitter at @softrevcast and for those on Apple, we'd love all five of those stars. ;)

Torquil and Ali will be back with a full episode on Friday, but in the meantime Ali interviews Dr. Allan Detsky - a renowned doctor, economist, theatre producer and investor. They talk about the virus, why it's unique, what is the ideal way to socially distance, what will this new world look like, and finally, where does theatre and the arts go from here.

Torquil Campbell and Pat McGee of Stars join q's Tom Power to discuss their new stage show, Stars: Together, which celebrates the band's 20-year anniversary.

Canadian band Stars visit Dublin's Workman's Club on September 27 as they mark 15-years since their breakthrough album Set Yourself On Fire. Frontman Torquil Campbell took time out to speak with Richie McCormack.

Last time the group successfully broke out of the Field Ward Guard House, accompanied by Torquil and Seat. They zigged when the original plan was to zag, leaving behind a ...

Last time two of our “heroes” were taken into custody and two others managed to escape. The Blackstaff’s name had been dropped and she moved to help our protagonists out ...

“Without nostalgia,” Torquil Campbell explains, “I don’t know how you make pop music.” It’s an inescapable dimension of Stars music, if only because the band essentially grew up together in Toronto.  Plenty has changed, of course, in the nearly 20 years since the group formed. Two members married one another, and Campell became the sole member to move away, relocating part-time to Vancouver and a spot near Niagra Falls for his wife’s theater acting career. But the indie-pop group’s career has remained strong. Stars’ ninth studio album, There Is No Love in Fluorescent Light is among their strongest, and we meet up backstage at Rough Trade in Brooklyn, fans are already lined up, waiting to get into one of multiple sold out shows. Back in the city where the spent so many of its formative years, the singer seems especially reflective. “Pop music without nostalgia,” he adds in almost a whisper, “Is like coffee without cream."

The notion and definition of Character feels up for grabs right now - politically, professionally, geographically, nationally, sexually, artistically - so let’s take a look at it. Rather, let’s ask an artist of multiple personae - writer/actor/co-lead singer of STARS - Torquil Campbell to help us understand what underpins Character and what needs and choices have shaped his. Also, in the true spirit of American Thanksgiving, we’ll clear-up some Canadian myths, once-and-for-all. All in our own diplomatic manner, of course.

When on a soothing ocean cruise, what could be more pleasant than a nice calming swim? Obviously, that would be a very bad choice if you were wearing armour or your ship was under full sail or there were sharks around but sometimes isn't a bad choice still better than being actually on fire? Bambari gives orders, Percy chills out, Tristan dives to the rescue, Enigma goes deep and Torquil keeps trying to steal the spotling in this pelagic episode of Crudely Drawn Swords.

Torquil Campbell wants people to join the Conservative Party in order to keep Leitch out

Will discusses new releases by Divine Fits and Stars, plus Guided By Voices returns to Dayton.

Kirsty Young's castaway week is the aviator, inventor and arts patron, Sir Torquil Norman. He comes from a family where derring-do is in the DNA - his grandfather was a pioneering airman, his grandmother an adventurer and his father also a keen pilot. Torquil ended up in the toy trade where the skills needed were, he says, a close attention to detail combined with the outlook on life of a seven year old. He was, he admits, perfectly qualified. In retirement he set about his biggest project - he bought a disused railway engine shed and raised tens of millions of pounds to safeguard its future as a venue for performing arts and a centre for young people. Record: Nobody Knows You when You're Down and Out - Bessie Smith Book: Book by his father: Nigel Norman - Verses 1911 - 1943. Luxury: A miniature still with a little ice-making machine attached to it to make dry martinis.

Kirsty Young's castaway week is the aviator, inventor and arts patron, Sir Torquil Norman. He comes from a family where derring-do is in the DNA - his grandfather was a pioneering airman, his grandmother an adventurer and his father also a keen pilot. Torquil ended up in the toy trade where the skills needed were, he says, a close attention to detail combined with the outlook on life of a seven year old. He was, he admits, perfectly qualified. In retirement he set about his biggest project - he bought a disused railway engine shed and raised tens of millions of pounds to safeguard its future as a venue for performing arts and a centre for young people.Record: Nobody Knows You when You're Down and Out - Bessie Smith Book: Book by his father: Nigel Norman - Verses 1911 - 1943. Luxury: A miniature still with a little ice-making machine attached to it to make dry martinis.