The Strange Brew - artist stories behind the greatest music ever recorded

A monthly themed podcast with songwriters, musicians and artists talking about their career. It highlights particular stories and plays tracks from mainly British rock music from the 1960s Sixties and 1970s Seventies, 1980s and 1990s. Rock and Roll Hall of Famers rub shoulders on an equal footing with cult groups and bands to present a balanced picture of the music scene. It is one of the The Daily Telegraph’s podcasts you need to be listening to. Includes artists related to and inspired by The Beatles, David Bowie and Pink Floyd.

Arthur Brown on The Crazy World of Arthur Brown

Arthur Brown shares captivating stories from his extraordinary life and the history behind his classic album, The Crazy The post Arthur Brown on The Crazy World of Arthur Brown appeared first on The Strange Brew .

11-11
01:06:33

Peter Perrett

Peter Perrett opens up about his life and the creative process leading to The Cleansing, his most ambitious The post Peter Perrett appeared first on The Strange Brew .

11-08
49:00

Rosalie Cunningham

Rosalie Cunningham chooses eight key tracks from across her career, highlighting both personal and musical turning points. From The post Rosalie Cunningham appeared first on The Strange Brew .

11-04
01:05:58

Jeff Wayne on The War of the Worlds

Jeff Wayne shares the influences that shaped his acclaimed musical adaptation of The War of the Worlds. From The post Jeff Wayne on The War of the Worlds appeared first on The Strange Brew .

11-01
58:55

The Thunderclap Newman Story

Mark Wilkerson uncovers the fascinating story of Thunderclap Newman, the group known for their 1969 hit ‘Something in The post The Thunderclap Newman Story appeared first on The Strange Brew .

10-25
01:30:39

John Paul White

John Paul White discusses his recent album ‘The Hurting Kind’, which was inspired by classic country, rock, and The post John Paul White appeared first on The Strange Brew .

10-18
55:37

American Bubblegum Pop 1966-1971

David Wells breaks down the irresistible world of late 60s American bubblegum pop, exploring its catchy hit singles, The post American Bubblegum Pop 1966-1971 appeared first on The Strange Brew .

10-11
01:03:38

Those Pretty Wrongs

Few collaborations feel as natural as Those Pretty Wrongs, where Big Star drummer Jody Stephens teams up with The post Those Pretty Wrongs appeared first on The Strange Brew .

10-04
01:09:44

Chris Leslie – Fairport Convention

Chris Leslie shares a selection of his favourite songs with Fairport Convention and reflects on his highlights with The post Chris Leslie – Fairport Convention appeared first on The Strange Brew .

09-27
01:22:18

Susan Cowsill – Continental Drifters, The Cowsills

Susan Cowsill reflects on her musical journey, from her time with the Continental Drifters to growing up as The post Susan Cowsill – Continental Drifters, The Cowsills appeared first on The Strange Brew .

09-20
55:44

Frank Zappa’s Apostrophe (‘) at 50

Ahmet Zappa and Joe Travers celebrate the 50th anniversary of Frank Zappa’s landmark album Apostrophe (‘). They explore The post Frank Zappa’s Apostrophe (‘) at 50 appeared first on The Strange Brew .

09-16
36:31

Terry Reid

Terry Reid unlocks a treasure chest of stories, being one of the most influential figures in rock history. The post Terry Reid appeared first on The Strange Brew .

09-13
01:23:03

Richie Furay

Richie Furay shares how his country influences shaped his music and role in Buffalo Springfield and Poco, and The post Richie Furay appeared first on The Strange Brew .

09-06
01:20:32

Alan Parsons on Pyramid, The Beatles and Pink Floyd

Alan Parsons reflects on the Alan Parsons Project including the new reissue of their landmark album Pyramid. He The post Alan Parsons on Pyramid, The Beatles and Pink Floyd appeared first on The Strange Brew .

08-30
51:38

Steve Wynn – The Dream Syndicate

Steve Wynn discusses his new memoir ‘I Wouldn’t Say It If It Wasn’t True’ and musical career. Steve The post Steve Wynn – The Dream Syndicate appeared first on The Strange Brew .

08-23
01:11:39

My Mama, Cass

Owen Elliot-Kugell, daughter of ‘Mama Cass’ Elliot, offers a heartfelt look into her mother’s life and career while The post My Mama, Cass appeared first on The Strange Brew .

08-16
55:28

Alan Whitehead – Marmalade

Alan Whitehead, former drummer of The Marmalade, shares his experiences with the group as well as time in The post Alan Whitehead – Marmalade appeared first on The Strange Brew .

08-09
01:09:02

Larry Tamblyn – The Standells

Larry Tamblyn, founder and original lead singer of the Standells, discusses their origins, recording ‘Dirty Water’ and other The post Larry Tamblyn – The Standells appeared first on The Strange Brew .

08-02
01:08:42

Kate Bush – Her Life and Music

Graeme Thomson, author of the acclaimed biography Under the Ivy, explores the life and music of Kate Bush. The post Kate Bush – Her Life and Music appeared first on The Strange Brew .

07-26
01:09:00

John Mayall: Farewell to the Godfather of British Blues

The music world is mourning the loss of blues guitarist John Mayall, who passed away peacefully at the The post John Mayall: Farewell to the Godfather of British Blues appeared first on The Strange Brew .

07-24
57:39

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