Glitter & Gold: The Original Steps Podcast

Their is SO much love for the b-sides from the original 1997-2001 run, so we thought it was about time we gave you our "Words of Wisdom" by taking a deep dive into them. Rather than talk through them in order of release, we asked you over on Instagram to vote for your favourite tracks so we could countdown based on your rankings and you came through with the votes (over 1200 to be precise).Do you agree with the results? Lets us know over on our socials.NOTE: Since the recording of this episode it has been confirmed the proposed statue of H in his home town of Cowbridge is false, and was part of a fake news prank for Joe Lycett's TV show 'Late Night Lycett'.B-Side Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4j5bxNkXxKQfZiSahMQS95?si=bce2d8ef021643cdFollow ‘Glitter & Gold: The Original Steps Podcast’:Instagram, TikTok & X: @glitterstepspodEmail: glitterstepspod@gmail.com Logo & Brand Design: BvrlyCreative Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joining us on the podcast this month is legendary remixer Gareth Shortland. Having first had the opportunity to remix tracks for Claires solo album 'My Wildest Dreams' in 2019, Gareth has since been an instrumental part of all the Steps and Claire campaigns and become the go to person for mixes for other pop legends including Will Young, Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Sarah Harding and Four of Diamonds (just to name a few).We chat to Gareth in-depth about how the relationship with Fascination Management and Steps began, the process of how a remix comes to life and the joy of hearing those vocal stems. He also shares an incredible story about the time he had the opportunity to do some songwriting with the ONE and ONLY Mark Topham and play the piano that some of THE biggest Steps hits were written on. Plus, we expose which UK boyband Gareth was briefly a member of.You can follow Gareth Shortland on Instagram @garethshortlandmusic and find all his remixes via his artist page on Spotify.Follow ‘Glitter & Gold: The Original Steps Podcast’:Instagram, TikTok & X: @glitterstepspodEmail: glitterstepspod@gmail.com Logo & Brand Design: BvrlyCreative Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The party (on the dancefloor) continues this month with Part 2 of our birthday celebrations as we listen to more of your FABULOUS voice notes and questions. You all came through with the messages and we cannot thank each and everyone of you enough for the love and support.Along with our usual news round up, we also have a special recap from friend of the pod Frankie @justfrankstar who attended the musical launch at The Alexandra Theatre earlier in the month and was first in line to meet Steps and secure his tickets. He gives us a Steptacular run down of the whole morning including his dedication of lining up from 3am (we would do the same...)Follow ‘Glitter & Gold: The Original Steps Podcast’:Instagram, TikTok & X: @glitterstepspodEmail: glitterstepspod@gmail.com Logo & Brand Design: BvrlyCreative Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are BACK for 2024 and kicking things off with our 1st birthday celebrations. We put a call out for you all to send in voice notes and messages to read out and you delivered in a BIG way, with one particular voice note taking us all by surprise......While we took a break over the Christmas and New Year so much has happened in the Steps world, from the forthcoming vinyl reissues AND the BIG news of 'Here & Now: The Steps Musical' you can bet we discuss it all with a huge news round up.A MASSIVE thank you to all our loyal listeners for the support over the past year, we are just getting started. Look out for Part 2 coming in a fortnights time.Follow ‘Glitter & Gold: The Original Steps Podcast’:Instagram, TikTok & X: @glitterstepspodEmail: glitterstepspod@gmail.com Logo & Brand Design: BvrlyCreative Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Things are getting festive on the podcast this month as we bring you the final episode for 2023, talking all things Christmas. We are covering everything from the 2000 Christmas tour (release that footage H), the one off tracks AND most importantly, we deep dive into the 'Light Up The World' album and tour.PLUS we have a very special message from 'H' (ie. Benny) from the cast of the forthcoming Steps tribute show '5,6,7,8 - The Steps Experience', to tell us all about the show and where you can see the tour coming to a venue near you in 2024 across the UK.Purchase tickets to '5,6,7,8 - The Steps Experience': https://5678.showplanr.com/tickets'Steps Into Christmas' tour audio: https://youtu.be/6cBtL_hG57U?si=xLi5xwpyam8IGkaeFollow ‘Glitter & Gold: The Original Steps Podcast’:Instagram, TikTok & X: @glitterstepspodEmail: glitterstepspod@gmail.com Logo & Brand Design: BvrlyCreative Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

To celebrate Claire’s recent album EUPHORIA, who better to chat to than the ONE and ONLY Mr. Steve Anderson.We chat to Steve about the entire creative process of making the record (where he served as Producer), the song selection, the ones that didn’t quite make it, hopes to take the album onto the road and most importantly, Claire’s cooking!!! We also touch on Steps recent Brighton Pride show, some burning questions we have always wanted the answers to and what the future may hold.You can follow Steve @mrsteveanderson on Instagram and X, and make sure you check out his podcast ‘Such A Good Feeling’ available on all digital platforms.Follow ‘Glitter & Gold: The Original Steps Podcast’:Instagram, TikTok & X: @glitterstepspodEmail: glitterstepspod@gmail.com Logo & Brand Design: BvrlyCreative Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We had the absolute pleasure of talking to Gavin Scott from Chart Beats recently. While many of you may know him as the co-host of "A Journey Through Stock Aitken Waterman" and "A Journey Through Aussie Pop," for us, he's the former editor of Smash Hits Magazine here in Australia.Gavin initially worked for TV Hits in 2000 before transitioning to Smash Hits in 2001. As a massive Steps fan himself, he always made an effort to feature them in the magazines, even facing internal resistance at times. We actively read and consumed his work during this period, so it was incredible to discuss this moment in time and gain an understanding of what it was like working for these ICONIC magazines.In this chat with Gavin, we delve into the Steps Aussie journey during the 'Buzz' and 'Gold' era (which you might have heard snippets of in our previous episode). We explore what he did to ensure Steps received coverage, sharing incredible stories from the times he interviewed Steps and providing insights into the pop music landscape in Australia in the early 2000s.As always, we have a quick news recap from the last few weeks, including the recent re-release of 'Never or Now' and THAT article in The Sun after H & Claire's recent attendance at the Attitude Awards.Follow ‘Glitter & Gold: The Original Steps Podcast’:Instagram, TikTok & X: @glitterstepspodEmail: glitterstepspod@gmail.com Logo & Brand Design: BvrlyCreative Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are very excited to FINALLY be bringing you the next instalment in our Australian deep dive, talking all things ‘BUZZ’ and ‘GOLD’ down under.To tell this story we knew we needed to enlist the help of Gavin Scott from @chartbeatsau (host of A Journey Through Stock Aitken Waterman and A Journey Through Aussie Pop) who during this time was working for TV Hits and Smash Hits magazine (where he became editor until 2005). Without his passion and love for the group, we would not have received half the coverage we did in these iconic magazines during this period.While in the UK they were riding high with sell out tours, another #1 single and multi-platinum album, this era was undoubtedly the most frustrating time to be a Steps fan in Australia. We were dealt with a 14 month gap between releases, low charting singles and minimal support from TV & Radio.As always we have another HUGE news round up as we celebrate the recent chart success of 'Euphoria' and upcoming re-release of 'Never or Now'.Keep an eye out for the FULL interview with Gavin coming in a fortnights time, where we chat about what it was like being the editor at Smash Hits magazine, memories of interviewing Steps throughout the years, the state of the Australian pop scene in the 00's and so much more.Purchase your tickets to see Faye in The Pantomime Adventures of Peter Pan, Lee in Snow White and H in Elves OverboardFollow ‘Glitter & Gold: The Original Steps Podcast’:Instagram, TikTok & X: @glitterstepspodEmail: glitterstepspod@gmail.com Logo & Brand Design: BvrlyCreative Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's hard to believe, but it has been 25 years since the release of Steps debut album ‘Step One’, a record that has gone on to become one of the most iconic pop albums of the 90s. Released on September 14th 1998 in the UK, it would produce 5 hit singles, 4 of which went Top 10 and of course that #1 million selling AA side.Worldwide sales are currently over 3 million and as of August 2023 it has a total combined number of nearly 100 million streams on Spotify. Not bad from an act who in the beginning, the label saw Steps as a one-off novelty record act.We take a HUGE deep dive into the album, our memories of this special time and take you on a journey by talking through each track. As you can imagine, Brad has lots of thoughts and feelings about the infamous 'Track 7'.As always, another huge news round up for you all including a debrief on the recent Brighton Pride performance.Follow ‘Glitter & Gold: The Original Steps Podcast’:Instagram, TikTok & X: @glitterstepspodEmail: glitterstepspod@gmail.com Logo & Brand Design: BvrlyCreative Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You all LOVED our discussion on what should have been singles from the first era (so much so that it was our fastest downloaded episode yet), that we are bringing you Part 2. We have an open discussion where we take each album from the latest album run (Tears on the Dancefloor to What The Future Holds Pts 1 + 2) and discuss a song we think should’ve been a single. #JusticeForHappyDo you agree with our choices? Let us know on our socials (links below) what you would choose as a single from each album.And talk about booked and BUSY, we have another HUGE news round up for you this month as we get closer to big releases from Claire & Lisa.Pre-Order: Claire Richards 'Euphoria' & Lisa Scott-Lee 'Never or Now - The Unleashed Deluxe Edition'Follow ‘Glitter & Gold: The Original Steps Podcast’:Instagram, TikTok & X: @glitterstepspodEmail: glitterstepspod@gmail.com Logo & Brand Design: BvrlyCreative Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is the Original Steps Podcast for discussing and dissecting the legacy of Steps and that is exactly what this episode is all about. We have an open discussion where we take each album from the original 97-01 run (Step One, Steptacular & Buzz) and discuss a song we think should’ve been a single. #JusticeForLoveUMoreDo you agree with our choices? Let us know on our socials (links below) what you would choose as a single from each album.And talk about booked and BUSY, we have a HUGE news round up for you this month. The band may be on hiatus but individually each member is busier than ever and we love to see it.Pre-Order: Claire Richards 'Euphoria' & Lisa Scott-Lee 'Never or Now - The Unleashed Deluxe Edition'Follow ‘Glitter & Gold: The Original Steps Podcast’:Instagram, TikTok & X: @glitterstepspodEmail: glitterstepspod@gmail.com Logo & Brand Design: BvrlyCreative Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From Britney to Nick Cannon; Shania Twain to Brad's desire to get slimed (on Nickelodeon); nothing is off limits as we evaluate STEPS' success in the USA.Throughout 99-01 the band released 2 studio albums, 3 singles and a best of state side, as well as TV specials for both Disney & Nickelodeon. Oh AND not forgetting supporting a little known pop star called BRITNEY SPEARS on a sold out 30+ date tour across North America. The Steps story in the US of A is one we don't feel is talked about enough, so we are thrilled to deep dive into this journey and celebrate the success they did achieve in arguably the toughest music market in the world.Jump onto our socials (links below) and let us know that you're enjoying the podcast and what you want us to cover next.Follow ‘Glitter & Gold: The Original Steps Podcast’:Instagram, TikTok & X: @glitterstepspodEmail: glitterstepspod@gmail.com Logo & Brand Design: BvrlyCreative Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It is just a few days before Lisa takes to the stage at Mighty Hoopla for her first solo performance in over a DECADE, so we are officially calling this LISA SCOTT-LEE week and bringing you this BONUS episode to help celebrate.With the BIGGEST thank you to friend of the pod Leo Stubbing at Sound Museum for providing us with the interview, it was first broadcast on Joy 94.9 in 2006 and conducted by Damian Nicholas. Leo worked at Joy throughout the late 00's and early 10's and dug this out of his archives for us. We are so happy this forgotten interview has resurfaced and we are able to share it with you all.Note: This interview was conducted 17 years ago and transferred from tape to digital, so the sound quality does mirror this in places.Follow ‘Glitter & Gold: The Original Steps Podcast’:Instagram, TikTok & X: @glitterstepspodEmail: glitterstepspod@gmail.com Logo & Brand Design: BvrlyCreative Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On May 12th 2003 Lisa Scott-Lee released her ICONIC debut solo single 'Lately' via Mercury Records, becoming the only member of Steps to score a SOLO Top 10 single (and one she co-wrote) as well as inventing what we now know as 'Hun Culture', without even realising she was doing it at the time. We think that is worth celebrating!Join us as we deep dive into everything regarding the single, from the styling (jeans and a fancy top with a kitten heel), the video, LIVE performances (thats right, our pop girly was serving LIVE vocals on Saturday morning TV in 2003) and not forgetting Lisa's stint as the OG Momager (Kris Jenner who?) to her brothers 3SL.Pre-Order 'Never or Now: The Unleashed Deluxe Edition' via Plastic Pop RecordsFollow ‘Glitter & Gold: The Original Steps Podcast’:Instagram, TikTok & TwitterShane: Steps Australia Facebook, InstagramScott: InstagramBrad: InstagramEmail: glitterstepspod@gmail.com Logo & Brand Design: BvrlyCreative Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join us as we each count down our TOP 5 Steps songs of all time. When we recorded this we didn't know what each others would be and their were definitely a few surprises along the way.SPOILER ALERT: 'Hard 2 Forget' wasn't Brads #1.Jump onto our socials (links below) and let us know what your Top 5 Steps song of all time are.Follow ‘Glitter & Gold: The Original Steps Podcast’:Instagram, TikTok & TwitterShane: Steps Australia Facebook, InstagramScott: InstagramBrad: InstagramEmail: glitterstepspod@gmail.com Logo & Brand Design: BvrlyCreative Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We continue our deep dive into the Steps journey down under, talking all things STEPTACULAR.By the end of the STEP ONE era, Steps had cemented themselves as a pop-force not to be messed with. In Australia they had already achieved 4 Top 10 singles (including #1 with 5,6,7,8), Top 5 platinum selling debut album and had sold over half a million singles and albums combined.Mid 1999 saw the second album era kick into gear, and while in the UK they were going from strength-to-strength (#1 album and a record breaking arena tour), here in Australia things were not looking as bright.Pepsi Live InterviewFollow ‘Glitter & Gold: The Original Steps Podcast’:Instagram, TikTok & TwitterShane: Steps Australia Facebook, InstagramScott: InstagramBrad: InstagramEmail: glitterstepspod@gmail.com Logo & Brand Design: BvrlyCreative Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are SO excited to bring you an exclusive UNHEARD interview with Lee recorded in 1998. This was recorded just after the release of ‘Last Thing On My Mind’ in the UK and Australia, and before the album had been released. A big thank you to Shanes friend Lawrence (who conducted the interview) for giving us permission to share this with you all.We also have a quick catch-up and debrief on meeting the Sugababes on their recent Australian tour and all the shenanigans Shane got up to at Sydney World Pride.Follow ‘Glitter & Gold: The Original Steps Podcast’:Instagram, TikTok & TwitterShane: Steps Australia Facebook, InstagramScott: InstagramBrad: InstagramEmail: glitterstepspod@gmail.com Logo & Brand Design: BvrlyCreative Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As 3 Australian fans, we thought it was only right that we discuss and dissect the Steps history down under, beginning with the enormously successful 'STEP ONE' era. In Part 1 of our Australian deep-dive, we relive our memories of this exciting time in 1998 when you simply couldn't escape the Steps fever that had hit the country.Totally Full Frontal ParodyFollow ‘Glitter & Gold: The Original Steps Podcast’:Instagram, TikTok & TwitterShane: Steps Australia Facebook, InstagramScott: InstagramBrad: InstagramEmail: glitterstepspod@gmail.com Logo & Brand Design: BvrlyCreative Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In our intro episode, we start things off by exploring our own individual Steps journeys, how we all got to know each other and our hopes and dreams for the podcast.Follow ‘Glitter & Gold: The Original Steps Podcast’:Instagram, TikTok & TwitterShane: Steps Australia Facebook, InstagramScott: InstagramBrad: InstagramEmail: glitterstepspod@gmail.com Logo & Brand Design: BvrlyCreative Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.