Best Vicki Adrian Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 71: 'Fallen' with Vicky Psarakis 1:54:36

2y ago1:54:36

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Sicksense September and Season 4 of 'My Classic Album' come to an end as Vicky Psarakis joins Mike to chat about Evanescence's debut album 'Fallen'. 'Fallen' saw Evanescence and singer Amy Lee become superstars overnight. Together Vicky and Mike explore their love of the album and its importance in their teenage years. Which Meat Loaf song brought …

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Episode 70: 'Slipknot' with Robby J. Fonts 1:49:34

2y ago1:49:34

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This month has been christened 'Sicksense September' here on 'My Classic Album' as members of this fantastic new band join Mike to discuss the classic albums that have inspired them! First up it's Robbie J. Fonts (also of Stuck Mojo) who has chosen the debut album from metal legends Slipknot! Emerging from the Iowa music scene, Slipknot turned meta…

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Meeting Nilan Peiris - Wise | Excellence in Product 29:32

2y ago29:32

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Excellence in Product award winner Nilan Peiris shares his incredible journey and growth hacks as the Chief Product Officer at Europe's fastest growing fintech Wise. Turning a no name product into a consumer staple, role of marketing in early stage startups, designing a product team for growth, and hiring top talent are amongst many insights Adrian…

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Episode 69: 'Dirt' with Terry DeWit 1:36:35

2y ago1:36:35

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Deepfall vocalist Terry DeWit drops by My Classic Album to chat about Alice In Chains's uncompromising second studio album 'Dirt'. In the throes of a heroin addiction, AiC vocalist Layne Staley approaches 'Dirt' with unflinching honesty which still hits hard to this day. Together Mike and Terry discuss the state of the band and the world around the…

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Episode 68: 'Orgasmatron' with Tim Atkinson 1:15:55

2y ago1:15:55

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Leader of Down's Tim Atkinson joins Mike on this edition of 'My Classic Album' to celebrate the album that ushered in a new era for Motorhead... 1986's 'Orgasmatron'. From a member of the Motorhead fan club to forming a band with their legendary guitarist Wurzel, Tim has a truly enviable perspective of the Motorhead story with today's chosen album …

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Episode 67: 'Hybrid Theory' with Bryan Kuznitz 1:25:00

2y ago1:25:00

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The best selling debut album of the new Millennium gets the 'My Classic Album' treatment as Fame on Fire vocalist Bryan Kuznitz joins Mike to chat about Linkin Park's 'Hybrid Theory'. An important album in both Mike and Bryan's formative years, together they discuss the early days of one of the biggest bands of the 21st century and how 'Hybrid Theo…

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Meeting Fabian Wesemann - wefox | Excellence in Finance 29:22

2y ago29:22

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Excellence in Finance award winner Fabian Wesemann is the Co-founder and Group CFO of Europe's top insurtech unicorn wefox. Fabian shares his philosophy on motivating and setting goals for teams as well as diving deep into why employees should be compensated with stock, how to balance profitability with growth, and what to consider when fundraising…

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Episode 66: 'Deja Vu' with Arran Day 1:44:14

2y ago1:44:14

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Arran Day from UK rockers These Wicked Rivers drops by 'My Classic Album' to chat with Mike about 'Deja Vu' from Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young! Already a force to be reckoned with as a trio, the addition of Stephen Stills's former Buffalo Springfield bandmate foreshadowed an album that would inspire many including Arran for decades to come. How much…

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Meeting Shimona Mehta - Shopify | Excellence in Commercial 28:37

2y ago28:37

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Excellence in Commercial award winner Shimona Mehta is the Managing Director of EMEA for Shopify, a leading e-commerce platform for independent businesses. Shimona and Adrian unpick the craft of leadership and some of the toughest challenges leaders of high-growth businesses face: expanding internationally, keeping up with growth, prioritising mark…

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Meeting Vicky Wills - Zego | Excellence in Technology 25:46

2y ago25:46

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Excellence in Technology award winner Vicky Wills is the CTO at Zego, an innovative insurance tech company. Vicky shares her fascinating journey from coding at Beamly to leading high growth tech teams at Depop, OpenDesk, and Zego. Adrian probes into the toughest questions every tech company faces: what it means to be a product-led organisation, how…

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Meeting Robin Klein - LocalGlobe | UK’s Top Investor & Entrepreneur 26:29

2+ y ago26:29

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Services to the Industry award winner Robin Klein is a prominent British investor and entrepreneur. He joins Adrian to share the wealth of his 30-year entrepreneurial experience, including gems like selecting founders to invest in, the importance of purpose behind a business, and the state of the VC landscape. Robin is a general partner and co-foun…

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Episode 65: 'Little Earthquakes' with Loz Campbell 1:31:01

2+ y ago1:31:01

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30 years after its initial release, Tori Amos's debut album is still inspiring musicians including Loz Campbell who joins Mike to chat all things 'Little Earthquakes'. On a crusade to make the piano more than a passive instrument, Tori created an album that kickstarted a critically acclaimed career. Which professional wresting legend has singled ou…

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Meeting Pierre-Dimitri Gore-Coty - Uber | Excellence in General Management 30:22

2+ y ago30:22

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Excellence in General Management award winner Pierre-Dimitri Gore-Coty oversees Uber's Delivery business and joins Adrian to talk about Pierre's incredible journey with Uber over the last 10 years driving the company's rapid expansion, motivating teams and managing them through change, as well as rethinking diversity & inclusion.…

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Episode 64: 50 Years of 'Argus' with Dan Morris and Martin Turner 1:52:42

2+ y ago1:52:42

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50 years after its initial release, Wishbone Ash's third studio album is still influencing rock bands the world over. In a special anniversary episode of 'My Classic Album', Mike is joined by Firekind bass player Dan Morris to celebrate the album 'Argus'. From hearing it around the house in childhood to touring with founding Wishbone member Martin …

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Introducing Meet The Masters | Adrian Blair 1:30

2+ y ago1:30

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I'm Adrian Blair and this is the Meet The Masters podcast series brought to you by The Up Group, Europe’s leading digital executive search, networking, and advisory firm. Every year Up recognises the best digital leaders in Europe with the prestigious Digital Masters Awards. In this series, I'll be talking in-depth to the 2021 winners - inspiring e…

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Episode 63: 'Bayou Country' with Tyler Baker 1:29:06

2+ y ago1:29:06

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Mike is joined by Goodbye June guitarist Tyler Baker as they enter 'Bayou Country' with Creedence Clearwater Revival! The first of three studio albums released by CCR throughout 1969, Tyler and Mike discuss how the band took the world by storm with their swamp rock sound. Which popular TV show recreated the 'Born on the Bayou' riff for it's transit…

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Episode 62: 'Blizzard of Ozz' with Sammy Boller 1:31:42

2+ y ago1:31:42

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All aboard!!! Guitarist extraordinaire Sammy Boller stops by to chat with Mike about 'Blizzard of Ozz', the iconic debut solo album from the Prince of Darkness himself Ozzy Osbourne. Together Mike and Sammy celebrate the album that resurrected Ozzy after his dismissal from Black Sabbath and hail the ungodly talent of guitarist Randy Rhoads. How muc…

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Episode 61: '(Pronounced Leh-nerd Skin-nerd)' with Fred Hale and Andy 'Moose' Muse 1:28:18

2+ y ago1:28:18

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Fred Hale and Andy 'Moose' Muse make up two fifths of UK Southern Rock band Sons of Liberty. Fred and Moose kindly took time out to chat with Mike about the southern rock album that started it all - the debut album from Lynyrd Skynyrd. After ten years on the live circuit, Skynyrd took full advantage of their big break. Together Fred, Moose and Mike…

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Episode 60: 'Toto IV' with Lzi Hayes 1:32:32

2+ y ago1:32:32

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Lzi Hayes, one quarter of rising UK rockers The Hot Damn joins Mike to geek out over one the majesty of Toto and their celebrated fourth studio album. A band with mixed fortunes in the early 80's, Toto were in danger of being dropped by their label while simultaneously contributing to Michael Jackson's 'Thriller'. Lzi and Mike explore why Toto IV b…

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Episode 59: 'After The Gold Rush' with Jack J Hutchinson 1:42:26

2+ y ago1:42:26

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Before Neil Young waged war on Spotify, he was already one of the most acclaimed singer songwriters of all time. Mike is joined by British blues rock guitarist and songwriter Jack J Hutchinson to celebrate Young's breakthrough album 'After The Gold Rush'. A regular on greatest album lists, 'After The Gold Rush' saw Neil build on his success with Cr…

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Episode 58: 'The Black Parade' with The Warning 1:41:42

2+ y ago1:41:42

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Ale, Dany and Pau make up a trio of sisters who also happen to be one of the fastest rising bands in rock today! The Warning take time out to join Mike and celebrate their chosen classic album: My Chemical Romance’s ‘The Black Parade’. An album influential on all three sisters, The Warning share the impact the story of The Patient’s journey to the …

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Episode 57: 'Joe's Garage' with Troy Redfern 2:18:04

2+ y ago2:18:04

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Mike returns with all new episodes of 'My Classic Album' as the podcast begins its 4th season! Season 4 kicks off with our most ambitious episode yet as Mike is joined by the King of Slide Guitar Troy Redfern to break down all three acts of Frank Zappa's rock opera 'Joe's Garage'. Released in two parts by Zappa in 1979, Troy and Mike explore 'Joe's…

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Episode 56: 30 Years of 'Nevermind' with Nathan Stephens-Griffin 2:11:07

3y ago2:11:07

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One of the most successful and critically acclaimed albums of all time; Nirvana's second album 'Nevermind' becomes only the 5th album to earn an anniversary special on 'My Classic Album'. Martha's Nathan Stephens-Griffin returns to the podcast to sit down with Mike and discuss an album that changed music forever, and played a huge role in their fri…

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Episode 55: 'Diva' with Riva Taylor 1:39:51

3y ago1:39:51

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Singer songwriter Riva Taylor joins Mike to share her love for 'Diva', the debut solo album from the iconic Annie Lennox. After ruling the 80's with Dave Stewart as part of Eurythmics, Annie kickstarted her solo career with an album full of career defining songs including 'Why', 'Little Bird' and 'Walking On Broken Glass'. Together Riva and Mike di…

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Episode 54: 'Going For The One' with Ron 'Bumblefoot' Thal 1:41:11

3y ago1:41:11

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One of the most accomplished guitarists on the planet Ron 'Bumblefoot' Thal joins Mike to share his love of Yes and their 1977 album 'Going For The One'. From the moment Ron first heard the title track as a child growing up in Staten Island, he was transported into a world created by the sheer beauty he heard across the five tracks on 'Going For Th…

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Episode 53: 'Powerslave' with Emlee Johansson 1:30:31

3y ago1:30:31

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Emlee Johansson, drummer of Swedish rockers Thundermother joins Mike to discuss Iron Maiden's iconic 5th album 'Powerslave'. Amongst an unparalleled run of albums from Maiden in the 1980s, for many (including Emlee), 'Powerslave' sits as the pinnacle of the legendary metal band's career. Emlee recalls hearing opening track 'Aces High' for the first…

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Episode 52: 'Aladdin Sane' with Phil Collen 1:25:36

3y ago1:25:36

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The legendary David Bowie finally makes his 'My Classic Album' debut courtesy of Def Leppard guitarist Phil Collen. Phil joins Mike on this episode to discuss Bowie's celebrated album 'Aladdin Sane'. With a Rock & Roll Hall of Fame career of his own, Phil reveals the impact David Bowie had on him in his formative years and how this album set him on…

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Episode 51: 'Grace' with Jonathan Antoine 1:32:06

3y ago1:32:06

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Classically trained tenor and Britain's Got Talent finalist Jonathan Antoine joins Mike to discuss Jeff Buckley's critically acclaimed album 'Grace'. A modest success in Jeff's lifetime, 'Grace' has only grown in cultural relevance and esteem since the singer songwriter's untimely passing. Together Jonathan and Mike explore the emotional story of J…

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Episode 50: 'Rising' with Ian Haugland 1:34:24

3y ago1:34:24

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The 50th episode of 'My Classic Album' is here and it's jam packed like no other! Ian Haugland, drummer of Swedish rock legends Europe joins Mike to discuss our 50th classic album, Rainbow's 'Rising'. A union including the likes of Ritchie Blackmore, Ronnie James Dio and Cozy Powell was too much for a young Ian Haugland to resist. Together Ian and …

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BONUS EPISODE: 50 Classic Albums - A Celebration 51:47

3y ago51:47

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Continuing our celebrations for the 50th episode of 'My Classic Album' on June 15th, Mike is joined for this bonus episode of the show by presenter of fellow rock podcast Vintage Rock Pod Paul Stephenson. Together Paul and Mike explore the story of 'My Classic Album' and how the show came to be; all interspersed with a selection of Mike's favourite…

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Episode 49: 'Eliminator' with Justin Ross 1:21:57

3y ago1:21:57

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The Sharp Dressed Men of ZZ Top receive the 'My Classic Album' treatment as rock artist Justin Ross joins Mike to celebrate the iconic 'Eliminator' album. From the moment he first heard ZZ Top at a car rally, Justin knew this band would shape his musical identity for years to come and together he and Mike explore the impact 'Eliminator' had on the …

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Episode 48: 'Moving Pictures' with Travis Larson 2:13:03

3+ y ago2:13:03

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The Holy Triumvirate known as Rush finally make their way into the pantheon of legendary bands covered on 'My Classic Album'. Mike is joined by guitarist Travis Larson to discuss the iconic 'Moving Pictures' From the moment Travis was given a mix tape from his school friend Jennifer including songs from 'Moving Pictures', the pair began an epic adv…

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Episode 47: 'One Way... Or Another' with Boone Froggett 1:35:07

3+ y ago1:35:07

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Lauded as 'the American Led Zeppelin', the tale of American rockers Cactus is the encapsulation of sex, drugs and rock 'n' roll. On this edition of 'My Classic Album', Boone Froggett from Kentucky rockers Otis introduces Mike to Cactus's second album 'One Way... Or Another' Wild shows with singer Rusty Day arrested before the encore and drug fuelle…

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Episode 46: 'The Joshua Tree' with Erick Bieger 1:53:41

3+ y ago1:53:41

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The album that cemented U2 as one of the biggest bands on the planet and established a legacy they would never get away from... even when they tried! Mike is joined by West of House's Erick Bieger to share their love for 'The Joshua Tree'. From the first time Erick listened to 'The Joshua Tree', the album resonated with him strongly. Not only did i…

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Episode 45: 'Sex & Religion' with Jen Majura 1:52:24

3+ y ago1:52:24

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Buckle in and enjoy one of the most fun episodes of 'My Classic Album' you'll have the pleasure of listening to as Mike is joined by Evanescence guitarist Jen Majura to chat about Steve Vai's third album 'Sex & Religion'. Conceived as a group project and released under the band name Vai, 'Sex & Religion' is an extraordinary album that not only intr…

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Episode 44: 'Superunknown' with VILIVANT 1:48:59

3+ y ago1:48:59

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On this episode of 'My Classic Album', Mike takes a journey into the superunknown looking back at Soundgarden's most celebrated album with Canadian singer songwriter VILIVANT. Together Mike and VILIVANT explore how 'Superunknown' launched Soundgarden to mainstream notoriety as the grunge movement hit its apex while being unafraid to wear other genr…

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Episode 43: 'Highway To Hell' with Damon Johnson 1:32:21

3+ y ago1:32:21

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The AC/DC lovefest continues on 'My Classic Album as friend of the show Damon Johnson returns to share his love for 'Highway To Hell'. Damon recalls the very moment 'Highway To Hell' came into his life and the impact it had from the first three notes. Together Mike and Damon explore the pressures AC/DC were under from Atlantic Records to adapt for …

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Episode 42: 'High Voltage’ with Riley Couzzourt 1:22:24

3+ y ago1:22:24

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For the next four weeks, 'My Classic Album' will be celebrating the Bon Scott era of AC/DC starting with this episode dedicated to their international debut 'High Voltage'. Mike is joined by Riley Couzzourt, guitarist of the Georgia Thunderbolts for who 'High Voltage' marked a crucial in his journey as a lover of rock music and a musician in his ow…

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Episode 41: 'Slippery When Wet' with Stefan Blomqvist 1:24:52

3+ y ago1:24:52

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Stefan Blomqvist, vocalist and guitarist of Swedish rockers Black Paisley joins Mike to chart the phenomenal rise of Bon Jovi and their third album 'Slippery When Wet'. From writing songs in guitarist Richie Sambora's basement to headlining arenas within one year, Bon Jovi became overnight sensations thanks to hits like 'You Give Love A Bad Name' a…

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Episode 40: 'Fair Warning' with Will Wallner 1:33:25

3+ y ago1:33:25

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'My Classic Album' crashes into the 1980's as we look back at the most underrated jewel in the David Lee Roth era of Van Halen: 1981's 'Fair Warning'. Guitarist Will Wallner joins Mike to discuss an album that took Van Halen away from the carefree vibes of their early work towards a darker, heavier and at times more sinister sound. A conversation r…

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Episode 39: 'Electric Warrior' with Matthew Hughes 1:21:56

3+ y ago1:21:56

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'My Classic Album' sees in 2021 with an album credited as the very beginning of glam rock fifty years ago. Mike and special guest Matthew Hughes from US rockers Atari Ferrari team up to discuss T.Rex's 1971 album 'Electric Warrior' Mike and Matthew explore Marc Bolan's beginnings in psychedelic folk duo Tyrannosaurus Rex and the musical journey Mar…

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Episode 38: ‘blink-182’ with Timmy Francis 1:55:18

3+ y ago1:55:18

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Untitled. Self-titled. Regardless of how to define it, ‘My Classic Album’ ends 2020 looking at blink-182’s celebrated 5th album with special guest Timmy Francis from pop punk pros As December Falls. While Mike and Timmy were listening to this album in their formative years, blink-182 were going through a very experimental and transitional phase; on…

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Episode 37: 'Like A Prayer' with Shauna Tohill 1:25:39

3+ y ago1:25:39

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Shauna Tohill, lead singer of Rews joins Mike as they express themselves about Madonna's final album of the 80's 'Like A Prayer'. As Madonna looked to capitalise on the album market, 'Like A Prayer' brought forth a collection of reflective, controversial and deeply personal songs that were a huge part of Mike and Shauna's childhoods and stand as th…

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Episode 36: 45 Years of ‘A Night at The Opera’ with Savannah Pope 2:13:05

4y ago2:13:05

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Three years since our last anniversary special and three years since their last appearance on 'My Classic Album', Queen are honoured on the podcast as we look back on 45 years of their iconic album 'A Night At The Opera'. Friend of the show Savannah Pope returns to celebrate this momentous occasion as she and Mike discuss how important 'A Night At …

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Episode 35: 'No Secrets' with Noush Skaugen 1:36:27

4y ago1:36:27

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Son of a gun! Singer songwriter and actress Noush Skaugen joins Mike to discuss the breakthrough album from Carly Simon 'No Secrets'. Mike and Noush break down an album that saw Carly move away from her folk roots and create an album as independent, personal and influential as she would become. Which current pop megastar cites Carly Simon as a majo…

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Episode 34: 'Animals' with Franck Carducci 1:14:02

4y ago1:14:02

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Season 3 of 'My Classic Album' starts with a bang as French prog rock artist Franck Carducci joins Mike to look back at Pink Floyd's politically charged 'Animals'. Franck was struck by the iconic album cover as a teenager before falling in love with arguably the heaviest album in the Pink Floyd canon. Loosely based on George Orwell's 'Animal Farm',…

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Episode 33: 'Surfing With The Alien' with Sam Russell 1:11:03

5y ago1:11:03

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Hold on tight as Mike and guitarist extraordinaire Sam Russell celebrate Joe Satriani's 'Surfing With The Alien', the first fully instrumental album to be showcased on 'My Classic Album'. Without a single vocal or lyric on the album, Satriani is able to tell vivid stories and evoke strong emotion from every track on this album. Sam's discovery of t…

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Episode 32: 'Blood Sugar Sex Magik' with Elizabeth Everts 1:21:12

5y ago1:21:12

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'My Classic Album' celebrates California's favourite funk rock maestros Red Hot Chili Peppers today as Mike and special guest Elizabeth Everts sit down and chat about the band's 5th album 'Blood Sugar Sex Magik'. Mike and Elizabeth break down a period that saw the band truly embrace their creativity and friendship in to an album that catapulted the…

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Episode 31: 'Metallica' (The Black Album) with Calvin Lever 1:27:03

5y ago1:27:03

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'My Classic Album' is "off to Never Never Land" as we celebrate 'Metallica', the self titled 1991 album that millions the world over know simply as The Black Album. Mike is joined by Calvin Lever; rhythm guitarist of UK metal band Night Screamer. Mike and Calvin discuss the importance of The Black Album in their own lives while exploring how the pe…

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Episode 30: 'Damn The Torpedoes' with Hannah Wicklund 1:02:25

5y ago1:02:25

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The supremely talented Hannah Wicklund joins Mike for the 30th episode of 'My Classic Album' to chat about 'Damn The Torpedoes', the breakthrough album from Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers! Together Mike and Hannah explore the unbelievable story behind the production of this incredible album including the unbelievable lengths Tom went to during a bit…

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