Beyond The Iron Sea - An Unofficial Keane Podcast

Two cynical old Keane fans get together to dissect the latest goings on in the band's world. Email us at mailbox@beyondtheironsea.com and follow us on Twitter at twitter.com/beyondironsea

Episode 67 - El Retorno de los Reyes

Chris and Andrew talk touring and ticketing, throw a spotlight on more songs from Cause and Effect, and speak to a special guest about Keane's Latin American tour.

11-13
40:43

Episode 66 - The Click of the Front Door

Chris and Andrew are back together to talk through how Keane rose like a Phoenix from the flames to deliver an improbable fifth album, Cause and Effect.

11-04
57:46

Episode 65 - Four Number One Albums And A Chart-Topping EP

Recorded exactly a week after Strangeland hit the shops, Chris and Andrew deliver their comprehensive verdict on Keane's make-or-break comeback record.

05-20
54:21

Episode 64 - Strangeland (We Need To Talk About Bexhill)

With just days to go before Strangeland hits the shelves, Chris and Andrew talk about the wealth of previews out there and look back on a memorable weekend in Bexhill-on-Sea.

05-03
24:15

Episode 63 - The Power of Four, Part Two

With Strangeland announced and the band's live return imminent, Chris and Andrew talk tracklistings and artwork, and try to predict where - and what - the band will be playing in the months to come.

03-07
21:29

Episode 62 - The Power of Four, Part One

With recording now complete on Keane's fourth full-length album, Chris and Andrew discuss some of the background to the record, from their recent influences to potential producers.

01-25
20:28

Episode 61 - Coming Up for AIR

After months of exile, Chris and Andrew are back for a brief update on Keane's fourth full-length album and a round-up of the news you might have missed.

08-28
08:40

Episode 60 - Takeover

For their diamond jubilee, Chris and Andrew hand the podcast over to Lindsay Warren, who turns the tables and puts them in the spotlight by asking them questions from the podcast's listeners.

03-01
27:28

Episode 59 - Looking Back

Chris and Andrew return from hiatus to officially welcome Jesse Quin to Keane. Plus they'll be talking about the band's Autumnal activities and discussing when we can expect the fourth Keane album to surface.

02-03
20:45

Episode 58 - If You're Feeling Desolate

In the week that Mt Desolation's self-titled debut hit the shops, Chris and Andrew offer their own track-by-track commentary on the record. Plus news on Keane's fourth album.

10-22
45:50

Episode 57 - Reconnected

After a short break, Chris and Andrew return to dissect the band's newest track Disconnected, look ahead to Album 4 and look at the view from the top of Mt Desolation.

08-13
38:50

Episode 56 - Green and Pleasant Land

As Keane's summer tour of forests and clubs draws to a close, Chris and Andrew look back on what made the tour so distinctive to the band's previous excursions, and look ahead to what we can expect from their special guest slot at Glastonbury.

06-22
35:24

Episode 55 - Back to the Front

With the Night Train EP out now in all good music stores everywhere, Chris and Andrew look back at the launch of the record, from the band's live show at the Fridge to the promotional tour and the reaction from the band's fans to the release.

05-23
36:25

Episode 54 - Night Train Special III - Richard's Commentary

Richard talks Andrew and Chris through the Night Train EP, from the highs to the lows to the tracks he didn't even play on...!

05-03
45:12

Episode 53 - Night Train Special II - Our Guide to the EP

In the second of their Night Train specials, Chris and Andrew introduce their comprehensive guide to Keane's forthcoming EP Night Train, including track-by-track reviews and a look at how it fits in with the rest of the band's discography.

04-21
52:20

Episode 52 - Playing Catch-Up

Chris and Andrew break off from their series of Night Train specials to recap some of the big stories of the past two weeks, from Richard being caught in a political whirlwind to the announcement of a very expensive club tour.

04-16
19:57

Episode 51 - Night Train Special I - Richard Hughes In Conversation

In the first of a series of special podasts to celebrate the release of the Night Train EP, Chris and Andrew speak to Richard about politics, travelling, drumming and farming.

03-26
37:45

Episode 50 - Stop For (18) Minute(s)

In their landmark 50th episode, Chris and Andrew talk about the shock of the new and the definition of an EP. Plus the start of their hip-hop sampler and much more.

02-06
18:14

Episode 49 - 2010 Preview

In the first podcast of 2010, Chris and Andrew look ahead to what the band will be up to this year, from their own shows to side projects and more. Plus, a guide to the support bands joining the forest tour. P.S. We apologise for the poor sound quality!

01-15
14:21

Episode 48 - Christmas Special 2009

The festive season is here, and Chris and Andrew have invited Keane to join them to review Keane's year and look ahead to what might be in store for them in 2010.

12-21
52:40

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