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The Splash Stories podcast celebrates the 90's music scene and the influence of London’s infamous Splash Club venue which was to London what CBGB’s was to New York in 90’s UK. Splash Stories takes in the stories, the bands, the live shows and talks to the people on the scene, the fans, the journalists, the fashions and the wider entertainment industry. Backstage stories and interviews behind the shows at the Venue from- Oasis,Travis,Skunk Anansie, Placebo, Feeder, Moby, Weezer, Bush, Beck, Therapy Echobelly,Goo Goo Dolls, Weller, OCS ...the list goes on.... and with the celebrated scenesters from photographers, managers Dj's & journalists and those who were there and the backtale of the struggle behind building the venue whose star was to burn so brightly it took 23 fire engines to put it out.And that's just the start we celebrate the future of all our guests and always the stories...
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Your Splash Stories hosts Ben Steadman & Diamond Dave caught up with the whirlwind that is Frank Turner for his Splash Story.After disbanding post hardcore band Million Dead in 2005 punk folk rocker Frank Turner is well on the way to performing 3000 shows . He releases his self produced 10th album Undefeated - "a record about survival & defiance with a sense of fun "on May 3 2024. The album was recorded at his home on Mersea Island Essex backed by The Sleeping Souls Releas...
Splash Stories caught up with Mel Gaynor just after his opening show at The Water Rats London Kings X - The Splash Club's original venue back in the 90's...��For background... Mel was Simple Minds Drummer & has played alongside Elton John, Lou Reed, Tina Turner, Meat Loaf, Kirsty MacColl, Orange Juice, Peter Gabriel, The Pretenders, Gary Moore, Jackson Browne, Little Steven, Goldie, Robert Palmer, Joan Armatrading & has sold over 60 million records during his 35-year career.&nbs...
Republica are back ! Ben Steadman & Diamond Dave caught up with Saffron on Splash Stories to talk past present and future. Saffron's a real gem and her love for life so infectious. Catch Republica on live dates and festivals in the coming months and Saffron on the Britpop Classical tour live with orchestrahttps://republicaofficial.bandcamp.com/album/new-yorkhttps://www.facebook.com/officialrepublica/?locale=en_GB &n...
Splash Stories dived in at the deep end with Katie Puckrik - dancer, performer, broadcaster writer and so much more besides. She danced in the 80's with Royal Ballet Punk Michael Clark, on the Pet Shop Boys tour in '91, hit UK notoriety hosting Channel 4’s The Word in the 1990s , created and hosted the British television talk show Pyjama Party and is now fronting The Lust For Life Album Tour on vocals joining Blondie drummer, Clem Burke, former Sex Pistol and punk pion...
James Atkin shares his Splash Story ...EMF are number 1 with Hello People featuring Stephen Fry Hello People with its’ indie groove is a call to stand with tolerance against the hate-myths of immigration whilst putting a smile on people's faces.Why Stephen Fry? Unbelievable was on his ‘100years of the BBC’ happy mix (along with Dancing Queen and Mrs Robinson) but he was a fan way back before it was a global smash. We met him at an EMF gig at the Astoria in 1992 and he kindly agreed to a...
Showman and hard rocking CJ Wildheart wears his heart on his sleeve . He talked to Splash Stories about writing SPLiT whilst on the move and loving the freedom of being in control. He talks punk rock roots and doing it for yourself. Track 1 Kick Down The Walls is a rally call to the youthful energy that sets the tone for what's to come . CJ is undoubtably a loveable rogue with a fire in his soul - he's even created his own hot sauce https://cjdevilspit.com/ that reflects his...
Terrorvision are amongst Yorkshire's finest bands ...We are talking bands like : Arctic Monkeys, The Cribs, Pulp, Gang of Four, Pigeon Detectives, Human League, Bring Me The Horizon, Soft Cell,Def Leppard to name a few. Splash Stories celebrates 30 years of Terrorvision who are back on the road with some wonderful live shows across the UK. Splash Stories talked to Tony Wright about life, music and well Terrorvision history ..A great chat he's a true gent and straight as a die ...t...
Splash Stories caught up with alternative rockers Kingmaker recently. For a time in the early 90’s Hull alternative rockers Kingmaker were the darlings of NME and had Suede tour with them just before their The Drowners release as did Radiohead - Pre Pablo Honey. Myles Howell: “Kingmaker were influenced by the likes of the Pixies and the Wonder Stuff. We came at that crossover between the underground 80s guitar music and Brit Pop. Their Debut album Eat Yourself Whole in 1991 receiv...
Adam Lee joined Splash Stories talking China Drum and touring in support of noted punk and alternative rock groups, including Green Day & Ash and Supergrass and what they are up to now ...Check out Wuthering Heights - China Drum cover - no less...https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OBviQXfuu3c&pp=ygUcY2hpbmEgZHJ1bSB3dXRoZXJpbmcgaGVpZ2h0cw%3D%3Dhttps://facebook.com/chinadrumofficialTour dates now ...https://www.gigantic.com/china-drum-special-acoustic-set-tickets/derby-the-...
Splash Stories enjoyed a cracking chat with Jim Bob - front man of Carter USM - To celebrate his 12th solo studio album : – Thanks For Reaching Out - a stone cold masterpiece. • Featuring 38 minutes of pop, punk rock and devastatingly moving ballads.The title track offers a feeling of hope and romance in an “effed up world”. With its Jam/Strange Town vibe and Terry Edwards (Madness, Higsons, Gallon Drunk, Holy Holy) on saxophone and trumpet, it’s a great opener and he declar...
Join Ben Steadman and Diamond Dave on Splash Stories for a cracking chat with Charlie Beddoes - Bad Ass bassist turned author of Overdriven and a regular Splash Club performer visitor and comrade.'A funny, sad and highly compelling page turner, written in the authentic rock and roll voice of the woman who lived it. I loved this book. Can’t wait for the movie version!' Tinkyra'This is the rock autobiography the world needs: not your cliche rags-to-riches tale of how a househo...
In their own words the band Therapy? Have been helping the afflicted since 1990. Indeed they have. Ben Steadman & Diamond Dave caught up with vocalist Andy Cairns to discuss the bands early days formation, coming by the band name , why the infamous question mark, their first show at The Splash Club in June 1995, Andy's vibes and thoughts on Belfast & on the scene in the 90's and more.New Therapy? album due this year produced by Chris Sheldon (Foo Fighters, Garbage, Big Country, ...
Thanks for joining us every first of the month on Splash Stories. This episode is a bonus highlights show and for what's coming up. See you soon and do get in contact with us ...we'd love to hear from you splashclubtv@gmail.com. &nbs...
Pearl and Danny telling tales to Splash Stories of getting together as a couple in the 90's, the switch from Camden to the countryside, raising a family and shenanigans with McCartney, Boris Johnson, new projects, their music careers, the record industry & so much more...Check out Pearl's books and fashions: Faded Glamour, Faded Glamour By The Sea, Vintage Craft & All That Glitters &...
Splash Stories caught up with the mighty Miles Hunt talking The Wonder Stuff , Never Loved Elvis, Bescot Stadium, Craft Beer and well ...stuff... before he heads back out on the road. New single Things Can Change (featuring Penfriend) Check tour dates here : https://www.ents24.com/uk/tour-dates/miles-hunt Support the Show.Get in touch with Splash Stories : splashclubtv@gmail.comhttps://www.facebook.com/thesplashclubJoin Splash Stories https://www.buzzsprout.com/...
Glenn and Sonia share how they met and formed the band, signing to Rhythm King, the intensity of being cover stars and the pressures of constant demand, writing on the road, self expression , touring...+ the usual convivial chitter -chatter...FYA - Echobelly play a warm up show at Bedford Esquires on the 10th November. Ticket link: https://www.seetickets.com/event/echobelly/bedford-esquires/2405540 On sale Thursday 1st of Sept.Support the Show.Get in touch with Splash Storie...
Hey Splashers Appreciate your listening..and guarantee first of every month a podcast listen to savour.Thank you for joining us on ourJune podcast with the wonderful Kerbdog Kerbdog are touring playing and as genuine as ever :Live: https://www.ents24.com/uk/tour-dates/kerbdoghttps://www.facebook.com/kerbdogband/ Support the Show.Get in touch with Splash Stories : splashclubtv@gmail.comhttps://www.facebook.com/thesplashclubJoin Splash Stories https://www.buzzsprout.com/189...
Adrian chats with us about Jocasta, Japanese money & recording a legend Support the Show.Get in touch with Splash Stories : splashclubtv@gmail.comhttps://www.facebook.com/thesplashclubJoin Splash Stories https://www.buzzsprout.com/1891668/supporthttps://www.instagram.com/thewonderstuffofficial/https://www.instagram.com/rickywarwickofficial/https://www.instagram.com/echobelly_official/https://www.instagram.com/officialskunkanansie/https://www.instagram.com/feederoffi...
Splash Stories hosts Ben Steadman and Diamond Dave talk to Feeder's singer songwriter Grant Nicholas about the 90's the bands formation ,Covid and getting back on the road. Feeders 2022 tour starts April 23. Support the Show.Get in touch with Splash Stories : splashclubtv@gmail.comhttps://www.facebook.com/thesplashclubJoin Splash Stories https://www.buzzsprout.com/1891668/supporthttps://www.instagram.com/thewonderstuffofficial/https://www.instagram.com/rickywarwickofficial/https://www.in...
Skunk Anansie guitarist Ace talks about how it all started in the nineties and more . Presented by Diamond Dave and Ben Steadman.Support the Show.Get in touch with Splash Stories : splashclubtv@gmail.comhttps://www.facebook.com/thesplashclubJoin Splash Stories https://www.buzzsprout.com/1891668/supporthttps://www.instagram.com/thewonderstuffofficial/https://www.instagram.com/rickywarwickofficial/https://www.instagram.com/echobelly_official/https://www.instagram.com/officialskunkanansie/https:...
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