Best Cocteau Podcasts (2024)

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Line Noise Episode 176 (Simon Raymonde, Cocteau Twins, Bella Union) 1:03:05

3h ago1:03:05

1:03:05

This week on Line noise I spoke to the great Simon Raymonde about life in the Cocteau Twins, his dad and David Bowie, running Bella Union and more, much of which features in his debut book, out this September: In One Ear: Cocteau Twins, Ivor Raymonde and Me.By Line Noise Podcast

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Episode 46: Nirvana’s “Nevermind” (1991) 1:48:33

1h ago1:48:33

1:48:33

Nirvana’s landmark album “Nevermind,” released in 1991, is a cornerstone of the grunge movement and a pivotal moment in rock history. The trio, consisting of Kurt Cobain, Krist Novoselic, and Dave Grohl, created a raw yet melodic sound that captured the angst and disillusionment of a generation. Under the masterful production of Butch Vig, the albu…

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Night Club Musical Act 105: Beat Serum 1:22:27

11m ago1:22:27

1:22:27

djbigdirty.com 1. [00:00] Intro 2. [00:36] Yotto- Heartbeat {Odd One Out} 3. [04:33] Marsh- Floodlights {Anjunadeep} 4. [07:34] Kream- So Hï {Musical Freedom} 5. [11:02] Camelphat- In Your Eyes (Øostli Remix) {The Nations} 6. [14:47] Argy, Baset- Sierra {Cercle} 7. [18:20] Loco & Jam x Fred Again- Breathe Again (KREAM MASHUP) {White} 8. [21:50] Fre…

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Line Noise Episode 175 (DJ Hell) 53:10

2d ago53:10

53:10

This week’s guest on Line Noise is the inestimable DJ Hell, a German producer, DJ, label boss and so much more, who started DJing in 1978, released his first single - the all-time classic My Definition Of House Music - in 1992, helped to invent trance music, definitely invented electroclash and still has time to be an ambassador for the 2024 Europe…

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Whatcha Heard: The Warm and Weightless Edition 1:20:26

2d ago1:20:26

1:20:26

Tracklist Been Stellar - Passing Judgement Marcy Playground - The Shadow of Seattle Half Moon Run - Call Me In The Afternoon Skee Mask - 800AB Kiln - Autumnalae (Leaf-Pile Divers) Swervedriver - Blowin' Cool Move 78 - Daisies Leftfield - Dub Gussett Moon Diagrams - Moon Diagrams Cola - Tracing Hallmarks TTSSFU - I Hope You Die Cola - Reprise This s…

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OnlyFans: Behind the Scene — Undercover with Brendan Koerner 37:31

5d ago37:31

37:31

In this episode of Back in America, host Stan Berteloot interviews acclaimed journalist Brendan Koerner about his undercover investigation into the world of OnlyFans, a platform that connects adult performers with subscribers, through his Wired cover story - 'She has 80,000 subscribers but she always has time for you'. Koerner reveals the hidden wo…

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Night Club Musical Act 104: Guest DJ- Mrs Monique Korolova 1:16:54

10d ago1:16:54

1:16:54

djbigdirty.com It’s said that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. So I gave an alter ego a phone call and she’s here for a Night Club Musical takeover. She may sound familiar. Ladies and gentlemen, and you filthy animals I introduce to you the new personality/DJ on the scene- Mrs. Monique Korolova. Fellas, back up. She’s married (Mrs.). Yo…

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Spangle Makers Episode 3 30:25

8d ago30:25

30:25

Send us a Text Message. Markus & Andrew discuss various topics, including "What are those lyrics Liz is singing??"By Andrew & Markus

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Line Noise Episode 174 (salute) 20:18

5d ago20:18

20:18

My guest on Line Noise this week is a young artist who is on the verge of very big things indeed, with a new album, True Magic, coming out this Friday, (July 12): Vienna via Manchester house don salute. We spoke about clubbing on YouTube, Todd Edwards and how Manchester has changed them. I have to apologise for the audio quality of this interview. …

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Episode 45: INXS’ “X” (1990) 1:10:28

7d ago1:10:28

1:10:28

We end our series on influential albums of 1990 with “X” by INXS. From the opening harmonica notes of “Suicide Blonde” to the dulcet tones of “Hear That Sound,” Scott Free & Laurie take you track by track through this dance-rock classic. We also discuss the band’s legendary July 13, 1991 show at Wembley Stadium which was filmed for the concert movi…

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Line Noise presenta Nitsa 30 - Episodio 6 con OBAL 42:19

11d ago42:19

42:19

Line Noise participa en las celebraciones del 30 aniversario del famoso club de Barcelona, Nitsa, e incluye entrevistas con algunos de los jugadores clave en la historia de Nitsa. En el sexto episodio, hablamos con OBAL, también conocidos como Arnau Obiols y Gunsal, sobre su próximo EP KIDDO, festivales rave, breaks baleares y actuaciones en dire…

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Line Noise Episode 173 (William Basinski and Maxim Moston) 26:52

13d ago26:52

26:52

William Basinski is the most rock and roll artist in the history of avant garde music. We caught up with him and composer Maxim Moston at Primavera Sound 2024, where Basinski was performing his classic album Disintegration Tapes live, for which Moston wrote the orchestral transcription. We spoke about everything from the wisdom of aging to how on e…

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Breakfast Club Musical 025 1:18:41

20d ago1:18:41

1:18:41

djbigdirty.com 1. [00:00] Intro 2. [00:22] Le Youth feat Oaks- Paradise {This Never Happened} 3. [04:14] Everything But The Girl- Missing (Rupesh Revival Remix} {White} 4. [08:13] Robby East feat Lizzy Land- Make It Easy {This Never Happened} 5. [12:50] Billie Eilish vs Kaskade- Birds of a Feather x I Remember (BYNX Edit) {White} 6. [17:09] LAR- 4U…

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Line Noise Episode 172 (Chloé Caillet) 15:54

20d ago15:54

15:54

Chloé Caillet is a rising star in house music, with her globe-trotting sound and SMIILE concept club night. I spoke to her at the Primavera Sound festival about playing Madison Square Garden, loving Ed Banger and remixing Beck. Line Noise is supported by Cupra.By Line Noise Podcast

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Episode 44: Happy Mondays’ “Pills ’n' Thrills and Bellyaches” (1990) 1:42:21

21d ago1:42:21

1:42:21

CALL THE COPS! We continue our exploration into the year 1990 with the Happy Mondays’ genre-defining classic “Pills ’n' Thrills and Bellyaches.” The Mondays were at the forefront of the Madchester music scene, and the revelry of the music was only rivaled by Shaun and Paul Ryder’s mischief offstage. This is a longer episode, but it’s a fun one. We …

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Lava Lamps and Warhol Paintings: The Soundcarriers' Celeste 48:50

27d ago48:50

48:50

For peak enjoyment of The Soundcarriers, you must first acquire a lava lamp, a Warhol painting, some shag carpet (a rug will do), and put on your best 60s mod score from the thrift store down the street. Everything about this group (down to the font choice in the liner notes) is steeped in the effortlessly cool sound of 60s psychedelic folk. Today …

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Line Noise presenta Nitsa 30 - Episodio 5 con Ferran Camarasa 24:26

24d ago24:26

24:26

Line Noise participa en las celebraciones del 30 aniversario del famoso club de Barcelona, Nitsa, e incluye entrevistas con algunos de los jugadores clave en la historia de Nitsa. En el quinto episodio, hablamos con Ferran Camarasa, el actual manager del club, además de promotor (con Somoslas) y DJ, que empezó a trabajar en Nitsa en 1997. Habló d…

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Night Club Musical Act 103: Lunar-Kissed 1:16:27

1M ago1:16:27

1:16:27

djbigdirty.com 1. [00:00] Intro 2. [00:37] Kygo & HAYLA- Without You {RCA} 3. [04:26] Rui Da Silva & Cassandra- Touch Me (KREAM Remix) {White} 4. [08:07] Florence & The Machine- Spectrum (Say My Name) (KREAM Remix){White} 5. [13:15] Armin Van Buuren feat Anne Gudrun- High on Love {Armada} 6. [17:23] Daav One- Alone {Gemstone} 7. [20:17] Kasia- Inte…

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Back in America Returns: Exploring American Culture and Identity 4:03

25d ago4:03

4:03

Hey everyone, Stan Berteloot here, your host of the Back in America podcast. After a long two-year break, we’re back with fresh, insightful episodes exploring American culture, values, and identity through the eyes of an expatriate. I’ve been busy working with amazing companies like NeuTigers, Pontosense, and Nytro Marketing, and staying active wit…

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Line Noise Episode 171 (Con Ralphie Choo y Drummie - en castellano) 16:30

30d ago16:30

16:30

Después de su actuación sorpresa en la Boiler Room de Primavera Sound 2024, Ralphie Choo y Drummie pasan por el estudio de RPS en su primera entrevista conjunta para hablar con nosotros de este año meteórico, del significado de "Supernova", aprender a gestionar la fama, la familia de Rusia IDK y mucho más.NB English-language listeners, this is a on…

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Line Noise Episode 170 (Sónar 2024 with Philip Sherburne) 55:48

30d ago55:48

55:48

Music journalist, label owner, DJ and former Line Noise presenter Philip Sherburne makes a return to the programme to review the highlights of the first day of Sónar 2024, including Olof Dreijer & Diva Cruz and Team Rolfes, and to look forward to the rest of the electronic music festival, with recommendations aplenty…

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Line Noise Episode 169 (A.G. Cook and Sega Bodega) 34:29

1M ago34:29

34:29

At the Primavera Sound festival this year Johann Wald and I were lucky enough to put together two titans of modern pop music, AG Cook and Sega Bodega, for an epic Line Noise conversation into the state of music, from hyperpop to Britpop, Caroline Polachek to Charli XCX. I wouldn't be exaggerating if I said this was one of my favourite Line Noises e…

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Line Noise Episode 168 (Laetitia Sadier) 43:15

1M ago43:15

43:15

Today on Line Noise we welcome one of my favourite musicians of all time: Laetitia Sadier, of Stereolab, Monade, the Laetitia Sadier Source Ensemble and also a fantastic solo artist. I caught up with her in May when she played in Barcelona with the Source Ensemble. In the interview we talked about France, politics, not being a Marxist, religion, th…

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Breakfast Club Musical 024 1:16:24

1M ago1:16:24

1:16:24

djbigdirty.com 1. [00:00] Intro 2. [00:22] Robbie East feat Jodie Knight- Overwater {This Never Happened} 3. [04:26] UNKLE, Keinemusik, Miink & Wil Malone- Only You (&ME Remix) {VOD} 4. [08:38] Above & Beyond feat Zoë Johnston- Crazy Love (Anuqram Remix) {Anjunabeats} 5. [13:01] Nu Aspect & Coach Harrison- If You Wanna {Selected} 6. [17:40] iiO & N…

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Episode 43: Sonic Youth’s “Goo” (1990) 1:35:58

1M ago1:35:58

1:35:58

Sonic Youth’s 1990 album “Goo” is a seminal work in alternative rock, blending noise, punk, and pop elements into a distinctive sonic landscape. The album showcases the band’s experimental spirit and knack for crafting catchy melodies with dissonant guitars and unconventional song structures. Tracks like “Kool Thing” and “Dirty Boots” are standout …

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Spangle Makers Episode 2 44:00

1M ago44:00

44:00

Send us a Text Message. Markus talks about his first experience with Cocteau Twins; Andrew & Markus discuss CT cover art, the transformative affect of the music, and CocteauFest 2024 in San Francisco.By Andrew & Markus

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Whatcha Heard: The Obscure Kubrick Edition 1:13:36

2M ago1:13:36

1:13:36

Our monthly mixtape is back to wrap up the month of May and ease us into summer with some sweet tunes from fuzzed out dream pop to laid back experimental jazz. Tracklist Empire Of The Sun - Changes The Molochs - No More Cryin' DIIV - In Amber High Highs - White Water Faraquet - Cut Self Not Akasha System - Last Call Alison's Halo - Dozen King Princ…

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Line Noise Episode 167 (Hyperdub special with Kode9, Ikonika, DJ Haram and Heavee) 29:46

1M ago29:46

29:46

To mark the 20th anniversary of famed British label Hyperdub, Line Noise organised a round-table interview with four of the label's key artists - founder Kode9, Ikonika, DJ Haram and Heavee - at Primavera Sound 2024. The results were fascinating, swinging from the obsession of running a record label to every artist's favourite Hyperdub songs. Pictu…

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Night Club Musical Act 102: In Bloom 1:12:14

2M ago1:12:14

1:12:14

djbigdirty.com 1. [00:00] Intro 2. [00:37] Swedish House Mafia- Ray Of Solar (Robert Georgescu & White Remix) {White} 3. [05:04] Kaskade & L’Tric feat Sydney Streb- Birds of Paradise {Arkade} 4. [09:50] Everything But The Girl vs iio & Nadia Ali- Before The Rapture (DJ Bigdirty’s Phone Never Rings Mashup) {White} 5. [14:24] Redfield- Guidance {Ultr…

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Line Noise Episode 166 (Radio Slave) 42:58

2M ago42:58

42:58

Today we welcome to Line Noise Matt Edwards, aka remixer, producer and DJ extraordinaire Radio Slave, whose new album Venti is an epic work of imagination and house grind. We talked about covers, J Dilla, Kylie Minogue, Berlin, remixing, Rekids and more.By Line Noise Podcast

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Episode 42: My Life With The Thrill Kill Kult’s “Confessions of a Knife” (1990) 1:20:53

2M ago1:20:53

1:20:53

This week, we continue exploring the alternative music of 1990 with sex, drugs, and Satan: Chicago industrial rockers My Life With The Thrill Kill Kult and their album “Confessions of a Knife.” Join us as we ride the mindway! *********************** NEW BONUS CONTENT FOR PATREON SUBSCRIBERS! If you like what we do at Accelerated Culture Podcast, pl…

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Coming soon! Episode 42 0:31

2M ago0:31

0:31

Scott Free, our cohost with the most, introduces our upcoming episode. Look for it on Saturday, May 25th!By acceleratedculture

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Dreamy Fuzzy Breezy: Ovlov's Buds 50:24

2M ago50:24

50:24

We take a break from the 90s and spend some time in this decade with a deep dive into a fantastic little indie record from 2021: Ovlov's Buds. Coming in at just under 25 minutes in length, this record is the perfect collection of short, poppy, indie rock gems that pack a punch. Soft vocals and melodies contrasted by moments of disorienting low end …

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Line Noise Episode 165 (DJ Holographic) 50:44

2M ago50:44

50:44

Our guest on Line Noise this week is Detroit’s utterly charming DJ Holographic. We spoke about liquid jungle, Detroit parties, country music, shadow work, astrology and so much more.By Line Noise Podcast

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Favorite Blue 1:22:51

2M ago1:22:51

1:22:51

djbigdirty.com 1. [00:00} Intro 2. [00:27] Tinlicker feat Cloves- Who I’m Not {PIAS Electronique} 3. [05:06] anamē- Anywhere (Road Trippin’) {Anjunabeats} 4. [10:08] Heard Right & CEAUS feat Lauren L’aimant- Luminous {Colorize} 5. [14:00] Hel:Sløwed & Amber Revival- If You Only Knew {Armada} 6. [19:17] Wassu & Phonic Youth- Clarity {Colorize} 7. [2…

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Line Noise Episode 164 (Primavera Sound 2024 line up special) 1:00:53

2M ago1:00:53

1:00:53

In a special edition of Line Noise, Ben Cardew, Johann Wald and Sergi Cuxart look over the line up of electronic music at Primavera Sound 2024, bringing you their recommendations for this year’s festival and memories of the past.By Line Noise Podcast

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Line Noise presents Nitsa 30 - Episode 4 with Ian Pooley 27:03

2M ago27:03

27:03

Line Noise is taking part in the 30th anniversary celebrations of Barcelona's famed club, Nitsa, including interviews with some of the key players in Nitsa's history. In episode four, we talk to Ian Pooley, the German house pioneer who was resident DJ at Nitsa in its early years. He shared his memories of the club and of the best Barcelona food, an…

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Line Noise Episode 163 (Zed Bias) 44:00

2M ago44:00

44:00

My guest on Line Noise this week is the abundantly prolific, genre-agnostic, garage, dubstep and broken beat pioneer Zed Bias, who is this year celebrating 25 years of Zed Bias. I caught up with him to talk about the Milton Keynes Sanctuary, low points, musical genres and Rick Rubin.By Line Noise Podcast

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Spangle Makers Episode 1 31:57

3M ago31:57

31:57

Send us a Text Message. Andrew and Markus discuss their first time experiences of listening to Cocteau Twins music and CocteauFest, a fan based community supporting an international open-source celebration of Cocteau Twins music.By Andrew & Markus

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Line Noise Episode 162 (ML Buch) 26:41

3M ago26:41

26:41

A couple of weeks ago I packed up my microphone and recorder and made the short hop to Hospitalet, where I interviewed the fabulous ML Buch, a Copenhagen-based composer, producer, guitarist and vocalist, ahead of her gig at the Pumarejo. We talked about creeping out in the country, the car as creative space, 90s guitars, Dire Straits and more. I ho…

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Whatcha Heard: The Texas Trios and Dream Pop Duos Edition 1:17:01

2M ago1:17:01

1:17:01

On this month's Whatcha Heard, we show some love for Norwegian jazz with the pyschedelic jazz rock of Elephant9 and the electronic-infused jazz of Jaga Jazzist. Also shoutout to trios and duos of all varietals: tune in for a new track from Texas trio Khraungbin, London janglers World News, our favorite downtempo duo Tosca, and of course the seminal…

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Line Noise Episode 161 (Speed Dealer Moms, John Frusciante, Venetian Snares) 58:30

3M ago58:30

58:30

Speed Dealer Moms are John Frusciante, probably best known as the guitar player from the Red Hot Chili Peppers, and Aaron Funk, aka Venetian Snares, a producer who defies your 4/4 time signatures in the name of brilliantly experimental electronic sounds. In what was their first ever joint interview, I spoke to John and Aaron about listening to musi…

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Episode 41: The Charlatans’ “Some Friendly” (1990) 1:21:09

3M ago1:21:09

1:21:09

“Some Friendly,” released by The Charlatans in 1990, is a timeless blend of alternative rock and Madchester vibes, capturing the essence of the era. With its jangly guitar melodies and swirling organ sounds, the album embodies the euphoria and energy of the early '90s music scene. Tracks like “The Only One I Know” and “Then” showcase the band's dis…

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