Best Andy Duerden Podcasts (2024)

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Nick Drake special featuring The Chad Mitchell Trio, The Millennium & Fred Neil with Cally Callomon and Richard Morton Jack 1:30:34

1y ago1:30:34

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Musician, label boss, designer and manager of the Nick Drake estate, Cally Callomon and Richard Morton Jack, author of the recently published Nick Drake : The Life, join host Jim Irvin to select albums they think should be better known. The records discussed in this episode are: Mighty Day On Campus by The Chad Mitchell Trio (1961), Begin by The Mi…

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You're Not On The Christmas List. Special episode with Andy Miller, Andrew Male and our alternative bumper Xmas playlist. 1:43:04

1+ y ago1:43:04

1:43:04

Writers, critics and owners of pullovers, Andrew Male and Andy Miller come a-wassailing into view bearing audible gifts for us all, a festive album they deem under-celebrated and lots of neatly wrapped songs to decorate a Yuletide playlist of alternative crackers, curated by host Jim Irvin. They also read out some terrible jokes and discuss bygone …

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Randy, The Sundays & The Jayhawks, with Ian Winwood and Nick Duerden 1:17:48

2y ago1:17:48

1:17:48

Host Jim Irvin is joined by the authors of two of 2022's most intriguing music books, Ian Winwood (Bodies) and Nick Duerden (Exit Stage Left). The albums up for discussion are: Randy - Randy The Band (2005), The Sundays - Reading, Writing & Arithmetic (1990) and The Jayhawks - Sound Of Lies (1997) We also take a deep dive into Ian and Nick's books …

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Billy Mackenzie, Fairport Convention & Renaissance with Maria McKee and Jo Kendall 1:24:48

2y ago1:24:48

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Jim Irvin is joined by two more bringers of undervalued joy: country-punk pioneer with a thousand years of LA heritage, and creator of one of the show's favourite albums, Maria McKee, and long-time staffer of Prog magazine, Jo Kendall. The albums up for discussion are: Billy Mackenzie - Transmission Impossible (2004), Fairport Convention - Fairport…

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Joan Armatrading, John Cale & Bergen White with Kevin Brennan MP and Tom Gray 1:19:38

2y ago1:19:38

1:19:38

Jim Irvin is joined in this episode by Kevin Brennan, the labour MP for Cardiff West, guitarist in parliamentary rock band MP4 and a solo artist in his own right, and Tom Gray, member of Gomez and founder of the #BrokenRecord campaign for fairer payments to musicians by streaming services. The albums up for discussion are: Joan Armatrading - Joan A…

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John Martyn, Bram Stoker & Willie Bobo with Phil Manzanera and Matt Berry 1:25:10

2+ y ago1:25:10

1:25:10

Host Jim Irvin invites two more guests to discuss albums that never make those lists of the all-time greats. Here he's joined by Roxy Music's textural guitar wizard, Phil Manzanera and comic actor and much-admired lone-wolf musician, Matt Berry. The albums under discussion are: John Martyn - One World (1978); Bram Stoker - Heavy Rock Spectacular (1…

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Doris, Manuel Göttsching and Johnny Harris with Bill Brewster and Partha Banerjea 1:24:13

2+ y ago1:24:13

1:24:13

Jim Irvin and guests select and discuss some under-appreciated albums. In this episode: DJ and co-author of Last Night A DJ Saved My Life, Bill Brewster and consultant paediatric psychiatrist and survivor of the Battle of Lewisham, Partha Banerjea. The albums in this episode are: Doris - Did You Give The World Some Love Today, Baby? (1970), Manual …

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Patty Griffin, The Feelies & Fleetwood Mac with Michelle Branch and Patrick Carney 1:21:36

2+ y ago1:21:36

1:21:36

Joining host Jim Irvin to select an underrated album they treasure are American singer-songwriter Michelle Branch and one half of The Black Keys, Patrick Carney. The albums in this episode are Patty Griffin - Flaming Red (1996), The Feelies - Crazy Rhythms (1980) and Fleetwood Mac - Mystery To Me (1973). Also discussed: growing up dreaming of music…

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Alan Hull, Jellyfish and Paul Desmond with Chris Ingham and Ben Wardle 1:30:10

2+ y ago1:30:10

1:30:10

Jim Irvin and guests select and discuss under-appreciated albums. In this episode: celebrated jazz pianist and author of The Rough Guide To The Beatles, Chris Ingham, and Ben Wardle, author of A Perfect Silence, a new biography of Talk Talk's Mark Hollis. Albums in this episode are: Alan Hull - Pipedream (1973), Jellyfish - Spilt Milk (1993), Paul …

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Ian Dury, The Comsat Angels & Bryan Ferry with Simon Reynolds and David Stubbs 1:29:25

2+ y ago1:29:25

1:29:25

Guests Simon Reynolds and David Stubbs join host Jim Irvin to share some undervalued records they love. The albums in this episode are: Ian Dury & the Blockheads - Do It Yourself (1979), The Comsat Angels - Waiting For A Miracle (1980) and Bryan Ferry - Boys & Girls (1985). Also discussed: is vinyl a good format, how to be an angst-wracked teenage …

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Spanky & Our Gang, 10,000 Maniacs and The Smoke with Carl Magnus Palm and Peter Paphides. 1:19:48

3y ago1:19:48

1:19:48

Jim Irvin's guests in this episode are world-renowned ABBA expert and chronicler, Carl Magnus Palm, and award-winning memoirist, author of Broken Greek and founder of Perturbed fanzine, Peter Paphides, back for more because the chance to discuss ABBA was in the air. The albums in this episode are: Anything You Choose b/w Without Rhyme Or reason by …

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Paul McCartney, The Phantom Band and Cocteau Twins, with Jude Rogers and Eamonn Forde 1:13:29

3y ago1:13:29

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Jim Irvin's guests in this episode are esteemed writers about the power of music and the power behind it. Jude Rogers has been an editor and writer at large for many publications. Her recent Radio 4 series, A Life In Music traced the way music interacts with, and supports, us at various times in our lives. Her book expanding on this premise, The So…

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Brad, Pilot & China Crisis with Simon Barber and Brian O'Connor aka Sodajerker 1:11:57

3y ago1:11:57

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Ten years ago two friends who met at school on Merseyside started a podcast interviewing their songwriting heroes. Sodajerker On Songwriting has grown into one of the best and most popular music podcasts out there. On the occasion of their 10th anniversary, its creators have dropped by to share some of their favourite overlooked music with host Jim…

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Neil Ardley, Stackridge & Jack Bruce with Andy Miller and Jonathan Coe 1:19:59

3y ago1:19:59

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Author! Author! A literary special with authors Jonathan Coe and Andy Miller joining host Jim Irvin to discuss some under-appreciated albums they love. The albums in this episode are A Symphony Of Amaranths by Neil Ardley, The Man In The Bowler Hat by Stackridge and Harmony Row by Jack Bruce. Also discussed, The Crusaders, The Wombles, ambivalence …

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Gastr del Sol, Punishment of Luxury & Jorge Ben, with Field Music 1:16:00

3+ y ago1:16:00

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Guests Peter & David Brewis, otherwise known as Field Music join host Jim Irvin to discuss some under-appreciated albums they love. The albums are: Camoufleur by Gastr del Sol, Laughing Academy by Punishment of Luxury & Ben by Jorge Ben. Also discussed in the show: how a track off the White Album provided a template for their band, the family recor…

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Bobby Charles, Bob Weir & Family with David Hepworth and Mark Ellen 1:26:15

3+ y ago1:26:15

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Guests David Hepworth and Mark Ellen join host Jim Irvin to share some unsung albums they love. The records in this episode are: Bobby Charles : Bobby Charles (1972), Ace : Bob Weir (1972) and Bandstand : Family (1972). This is an extended bumper summer special featuring an in-episode round of Dave and Mark's ever popular Stackwaddy game. A daring …

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Prefab Sprout, Odyssey & Maria McKee with Peter Paphides and Tanita Tikaram 1:13:49

3+ y ago1:13:49

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Guests Peter Paphides and Tanita Tikaram join host Jim Irvin to share some unsung albums they love. The records in this episode are: Prefab Sprout's Crimson/Red (2013), Odyssey's Odyssey (1977) and Life is Sweet by Maria McKee (1996). Also discussed: Running a record label. The changing way we listen to music. Are records actually finished until an…

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Donovan, Nada Surf & The London Jazz Four with Andrew Male and Richard Morton Jack. 1:10:50

3+ y ago1:10:50

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Guests Andrew Male and Richard Morton Jack join host Jim Irvin to share some unsung albums they love. The records in this episode are: Donovan's For Little Ones (1967), Nada Surf's Let Go (2003) and Take A New Look At The Beatles by The London Jazz Four (1967). Also discussed: Nick Drake, Geoff Love's important impact on both guests, The Beat's Jus…

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Mark Elvin : A fascinating insight into the life of a professional musician, covering West End performances, composing and teaching, and the importance of diversifying in your career as a musician 46:12

5+ y ago46:12

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It's Music from the Horse's Mouth as Andy Duerden discusses with Mark Elvin the realities of developing a career and progressing as a musician. Mark, a professional West End Bass player, Tuba player, Composer and Teacher, explains his journey through the world of Music. Together with Andy, a Singer Songwriter, Session Musician and Teacher, Mark ref…

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Nick Drake special featuring The Chad Mitchell Trio, The Millennium & Fred Neil with Cally Callomon and Richard Morton Jack 1:30:34

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You're Not On The Christmas List. Special episode with Andy Miller, Andrew Male and our alternative bumper Xmas playlist. 1:43:04

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Randy, The Sundays & The Jayhawks, with Ian Winwood and Nick Duerden 1:17:48

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Billy Mackenzie, Fairport Convention & Renaissance with Maria McKee and Jo Kendall 1:24:48

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Joan Armatrading, John Cale & Bergen White with Kevin Brennan MP and Tom Gray 1:19:38

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John Martyn, Bram Stoker & Willie Bobo with Phil Manzanera and Matt Berry 1:25:10

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Doris, Manuel Göttsching and Johnny Harris with Bill Brewster and Partha Banerjea 1:24:13

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Patty Griffin, The Feelies & Fleetwood Mac with Michelle Branch and Patrick Carney 1:21:36

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Alan Hull, Jellyfish and Paul Desmond with Chris Ingham and Ben Wardle 1:30:10

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Ian Dury, The Comsat Angels & Bryan Ferry with Simon Reynolds and David Stubbs 1:29:25

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Spanky & Our Gang, 10,000 Maniacs and The Smoke with Carl Magnus Palm and Peter Paphides. 1:19:48

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Paul McCartney, The Phantom Band and Cocteau Twins, with Jude Rogers and Eamonn Forde 1:13:29

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Brad, Pilot & China Crisis with Simon Barber and Brian O'Connor aka Sodajerker 1:11:57

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Neil Ardley, Stackridge & Jack Bruce with Andy Miller and Jonathan Coe 1:19:59

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Gastr del Sol, Punishment of Luxury & Jorge Ben, with Field Music 1:16:00

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Bobby Charles, Bob Weir & Family with David Hepworth and Mark Ellen 1:26:15

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Prefab Sprout, Odyssey & Maria McKee with Peter Paphides and Tanita Tikaram 1:13:49

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Donovan, Nada Surf & The London Jazz Four with Andrew Male and Richard Morton Jack. 1:10:50

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Mark Elvin : A fascinating insight into the life of a professional musician, covering West End performances, composing and teaching, and the importance of diversifying in your career as a musician 46:12

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