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David Arscott was born in 1971, grew up in the 70s & 80s, a Singer, Songwriter, DJ and record shop kid.
John Mabey was born in 1987, grew up in the 90s, a playwright, film buff and video shop kid.
Both were born in small Essex towns.
During lockdown, they started a show focussed on selecing lost, forgotten and lesser played 80s music, that radio stations continue to ignore.
Formerly known as poptartspodcast on Mixcloud, this passion project developed further with guest musicians & artists from the 80s, inviting them to tell their stories and talk about their journeys through the decade.
John Mabey was born in 1987, grew up in the 90s, a playwright, film buff and video shop kid.
Both were born in small Essex towns.
During lockdown, they started a show focussed on selecing lost, forgotten and lesser played 80s music, that radio stations continue to ignore.
Formerly known as poptartspodcast on Mixcloud, this passion project developed further with guest musicians & artists from the 80s, inviting them to tell their stories and talk about their journeys through the decade.
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*Contains language that may offend**This episode contains excerpts of 3rd party music*In this edition we welcome a titan of the Record industry, Dave "Robbo" Robinson, co founder of Stiff Records.A talented photographer in the early 60s who snapped amongst others, The Beatles at The Cavern, who at that time were "not particularly memorable". Band management took Dave from London to Majorca. From an interrogation in a Spanish jail, to having his band at the time appointed as tour support for Jimi Hendrix. An incident with Vanilla Fudge and the son of a NJ mafia boss pushing a gun in his mouth, taught him to adapt later in life.Signing Madness, The Damned, The Pogues & Elvis Costello to name just a few, made him the envy of the majors at that time. A merge to Island Records saw Dave mastermind the rise of FGTH's Relax into the top .10 and his follow up campaign for Bob Marley's 'Legend' became the biggest selling reggae album of all time.Our conversation with Dave is loaded with tales, wisdom and truth, for which we are truly thankful. A parting gift could well be in the shape of a typical Stiff ad slogan from back in the day: "Don't Fart Until Your Arse Is Ready!" - wise words!DA.
*This episode contains excerpts of 3rd party music content*HAPPY NEW YEAR!In this episode, find out what OUR origin stories are and what our 80's was like. Expect factually incorrect musings, a Midge Ure impression from Dave, punctuated with excellent music choices throughout. Oh and a lot of swearing and a Ouija board story from John.Normal service will resume in the next episode - We promise!DA
*This episode contains excerpts of 3rd party music content*In this episode we welcome actress Francoise Pascal who as well as acting along side many national treasures like Peter Sellers, Diana Dors and Terry Scott, has also recorded singles and been a model. Appearing in TV Dramas on both sides of the Atlantic in Coronation Street and The Young & The restless, She was also a regular on panel quiz shows like Celebrity squares and Blankety Blank. However, it was in the multi cultural comedy show, Mind Your language that she became a fixture of our TV youth.Francoise has an open and honest chat with us about her life, her experiences, her career and we barely scratch the surface of her supply of showbiz tales!Now hosting a weekly radio show for Radio Free Marseille in France, Francoise is currently writing the script for her One-Woman-tells-all show about her life, set to hit the CAA club in London and more venues besides in the near future - DA
*This episode contains excerpts of 3rd party music content*Welcome Corinne & Andy from Grammy nominated Jazz pop darlings Swing Out Sister.From her beginnings in fashion design at St. Martins, London where Sade was also in attendance, Corinne made her live debut auditioning for Working Week (standing in for Tracey Thorn) at The Hacienda in Manchester with Andy in the audience (then still in A Certain Ratio).The pair tell us all about Swing Out Sister's somewhat reluctant rise to pop stardom after signing just a 2 single deal as an A&R learning project. Upon 'Breakout' becoming a massive hit, they were thrust into creating an album by the "seat of their pants" with a studio battle of retaining their indie chic vs. the "snazzy pop sheen" of record company demands.Their 8 CD retrospective, a real treat for the fans, 'Certain Shades Of Limelight' is available now on Cherry Red.DA
*Content disclaimer * this episode contains very strong language and subject matter some listeners may find triggering as well as containing excerpts of 3rd party music content*We present a frank but fun chin wag with TV presenter vet Steve blacknell, about the highs and lows of his career. From being a nurse and falling for his first love Kate Bush, to PR work with Record companies, life at the BBC, anchoring Live Aid and at the flip of a coin, an exodus to Hollywood.With a book out and a new radio show coming soon, get stuck into Steve's episode to find out more.
*This episode contains excerpts of 3rd party music content*This episode sees John explore the work that the Misty Moon team do, with Stuart & Jen Morris, who lovingly curate in South London, celebrating TV & Film nostalgia from Friday the 13th to The Sweeney.
*This episode contains excerpts of 3rd party music content*Mancunian musician Graham Massey joins us for a chat about his career, starting with the early band Biting Tongues signed to Factory, to the monster that became 808 State. Graham talks about his love of A-Tonal jazz, experimental music, writing with Bjork, rave culture, the strong arm influence of the staff at Eastern Bloc Records, The Stone Roses' Spike Island experience being a bit dull and getting signed to ZTT With a UK tour EX:EL 2025 over November/ December 2025 tickets are available now - https://www.ticketmaster.co.uk/search?q=808-state
*This episode contains excerpts of 3rd party music content*We have a great chin wag with Scouse Actor Victor Mcguire about his career in TV and film, covering the popular series Bread and Goodnight Sweetheart as well as Phantom Of The Opera and Star Wars to name a few!!It was no surprise to us to find that Vic is a warm, humble and down to earth guy who was never comfortable with celebrity. He also chooses some 80s tunes for us that haven't been chosen before. Enjoy - DA.
*This episode contains excerpts of 3rd party music content*Welcome Writer, Author Andrew Cartmel. John interviews this a man whose writing includes of course Doctor Who.
*This episode contains excerpts of 3rd party music content*We welcome Actress Nicola Bryant most know for her role as Doctor Who's companion Peri Brown - John's favourite companion to John's favourite Doctor. To this end, although David did the noble thing and let John go a bit silly on a solo mission, he still did the hard work to make him sound less silly...sort of.Nicola was an absolutely lovely guest and told us all about her career and her choice of 80s music was from the heart. DA
*This episode contains excerpts of 3rd party music content**Some strong language, listener discretion is advised*Ahead of Britpop by some 5 years, Ben Addison and his twin brother Scott forged a band that were a magic blend, steeped in references. channelling his Anthony Newley via Bowie, kicking out Who licks in power pop punk troupe Boys Wonder. This was a riveting conversation with someone who was a visionary with a clear sense of what he could and could not abide in 1980s culture.Ben chooses some great 80s tracks for us, has a couple of great spooky stories and tells us about the new Boys Wonder releases aswell as the book of photography that has just been released - DA
*This episode contains excerpts of 3rd party music content*Welcome to Melbourne born studio legend, Julian Mendelsohn, who tells us all bout his journey from his 'Radio Shack' electronics obsession that developed into recording gear and studio equipment, which after a family move to England drove him into a career doing exactly that. Julian has worked with just about everybody and his name featured heavily on the backs of our records in the 80s + 90s.We hope you enjoy our chinwag with this modest and unaffected industry professional who has given us so much pleasure over the years. Julian also chooses his five 80s tracks for us. DA.
*This episode contains excerpts of 3rd party music content*Simon was one half of 80s folk pop sensation Big Bam Boo, along with Shark they stormed America destined for big things with a big budget. David was lucky enough to see them live several times in London venues supporting various bands in the late 80s.Simon's journey through the world of writing and performing has been a very interesting one going right back to the early 70s, involving publishing deals, record deals, recordings and shenanigans that include amongst other things kit sharing with Kraftwerk!!Simon lives and works in France and continues to release albums and play shows. We hope you enjoy Simon's story. DA
*This episode features 3rd party musical content*John talks the hind legs off Super 8 and VHS expert Mark Williams, about his days at paramount in Wardour Street, working with Michael Man, possible dodgy dealings in the good days of VHS and all things niche in the world of horror.Mark's film VHS Forever and his book Bootlace Cinema are available now - DA
*This episode contains excerpts of 3rd party Musical content*In this edition we welcome American songwriter Bob Beland who offers a different view of the 80s from across the Atlantic at the top of the decade, writing in his band Stealing Cars with Stephen Hague, dalliances with Tom Waits, culminating in a collaboration with 10CC drummer Kevin Godley,- DA
*This episode features excerpts of 3rd party musical content*Welcome the esteemed studio legend, Peter Boyd Smith, responsible for the production and mixing on some of our favourite 80s records from The Bible, Sting and the incredible second album from The Adventures, The Sea Of Love.A humble and down to earth pro with great taste in music including the pedestal statement regarding Peter Gabriel's Sledge Hammer! - DA
*This episode features excerpts of 3rd party musical content*We speak with New Zealand singer songwriter JJ Mist, who is currently releasing original material through the lens of the 80s, making a stir in the genre recognised as Synthwave.Born to a touring musician Mother, JJ has been raised in a musical family and has developed her own writing with the help of fellow producer Alex Markham, moving from a kind of dance pop into a more 'Pat Benatar cinematic rock sound - DA
*This episode features excerpts of 3rd party music content*This is the story of veteran Kent born Musican and songwriter Martin Ansell, who having been in a grammar school band supporting Gong in Chatham, he began his 'London' career doing the odd session in Rockstar studios owned by John Springate of the Glitter Band. It was here that he met Rod Bowkett and together they formed many ideas under such names as President President and The Quarks, with producer, Tony Mansfield from New Musik.Having been signed three times. Firstly to the maligned 'Toy Label' Magnet, then the somewhat dismissive EMI and finally to Island, who whilst Chris Blackwell was encouraging, others there weren't so keen to push or promote. Martin gave us an inside view as a 'low rosta' artist and a true account with no bed of roses.Having also sessioned for Captain Sensible and Tom Robinson, Martin had a few stories to tell, not to mention a genuine ghost story too. His five songs from the 80s were exquisite. Enjoy - DA
*This episode contains excerpts of 3rd party musical content*Welcome Mark Wood - Woking's other walking musical encyclopedia after Mr.Weller.Mark has been a key person in the back catalogue part of the record industry for years doing great work at Virgin, Universal and Demon records. This is a great look back at the decade from the point of view of a boy whose love of music began at a young age (See photo), and led him up the rungs of the record shop retail ladder, to a stint at Smash Hits magazine and eventually instigating superb reissue packages, looking after acts like Soft Cell, Bryan Ferry, Grace Jones and Suede.Mark has assembled two outstanding 5 disc sets, 'Box Of Sin' & "More Sin", which go some way to demonstrate just what the 80s music scene was really like in London's gay club land.Mark's recollections of cultural history are thrilling as are the pictures he paints depicting his journey through the 80s, a genuine Small town Boy.We thought it would be a nice idea to dedicate Mark's episode to the memory of Aunty Janet - DA.
**This episode features excerpts of 3rd party music content****Strong language disclaimer**Welcome Nick Whitecross, front man of one of Britain's most unique alternative pop bands from the 80s, Kissing The Pink.KTPs musical canvas began with a kind of cinematic brood in 'The last Film', but then transforms itself into MTV high class pop and eventually Weatherall-fuelled dance music. What a fabulous art troupe this band were and still are, with a 5 CD 1982-2024 Anthology out on Cherry Red Records.Nick has done all sorts of work for organisations - including Parliament, but is still writing and releasing music - DA
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