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.
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 77 minutes
- Episodes
- 311
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
Richie Furay
Richie Furay shares how his country influences shaped his music and role in Buffalo Springfield and Poco, and
01:20:32 |
Fri 06 Sep 2024
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
00:51:38 |
Fri 30 Aug 2024
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
01:11:39 |
Fri 23 Aug 2024
My Mama, Cass
Owen Elliot-Kugell, daughter of ‘Mama Cass’ Elliot, offers a heartfelt look into her mother’s life and career while
00:55:28 |
Fri 16 Aug 2024
Alan Whitehead – Marmalade
Alan Whitehead, former drummer of The Marmalade, shares his experiences with the group as well as time in
01:09:03 |
Fri 09 Aug 2024
Larry Tamblyn – The Standells
Larry Tamblyn, founder and original lead singer of the Standells, discusses their origins, recording ‘Dirty Water’ and other
01:08:42 |
Fri 02 Aug 2024
Kate Bush – Her Life and Music
Graeme Thomson, author of the acclaimed biography Under the Ivy, explores the life and music of Kate Bush.
01:09:00 |
Fri 26 Jul 2024
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
00:57:39 |
Wed 24 Jul 2024
Chris Slade – AC/DC
Chris Slade, drummer for the greatest names in rock history, shares his highlights behind the drumkit. Chris delves
01:54:13 |
Fri 19 Jul 2024
Russ Giguere – The Association
Russ Giguere of The Association shares the story of the group and million sellers ‘Cherish’, ‘Windy’, and ‘Never
00:56:06 |
Fri 12 Jul 2024
The American Sounds of 1968
David Wells explores the hit singles, cult classics and tracks from 1968’s key albums as the American music
01:02:20 |
Fri 05 Jul 2024
Albert Hammond
Albert Hammond discusses his new album ‘Body of Work’ and reflects on his extensive musical career. He talks
01:26:11 |
Fri 28 Jun 2024
John Flansburgh – They Might Be Giants
John Flansburgh discusses They Might Be Giants’ latest single ‘Lazy’, and shares details of their upcoming UK tour,
Fri 21 Jun 2024
Gerry Beckley – America
Gerry Beckley of America reveals the guiding principles behind his songwriting craft. Gerry highlights the inspirations fueling his
01:15:30 |
Fri 14 Jun 2024
Nick Simper – Deep Purple, Warhorse
Deep Purple co-founder, Nick Simper, dives deep into his career. We start in the mid-60s playing bass with
01:33:51 |
Fri 07 Jun 2024
Terry Britten
Terry Britten talks about writing huge songs for Lenny Kravitz, Tina Turner, Michael Jackson and Cliff Richard. We
Fri 31 May 2024
Nik Kershaw
Nick Kershaw discusses his upcoming UK tour dates, songwriting process, and collaborations with other artists. He recalls writing
01:00:21 |
Fri 24 May 2024
Robin Trower
Robin Trower remembers his classic album ‘Bridge Of Sighs’, its the recording process and the inspiration behind its
00:54:25 |
Sat 18 May 2024
Terri Thal – Dave, Bob and Me
Terri Thal shares her memories of the Greenwich Village folk music scene of the 1960s. She covers her
01:19:13 |
Fri 10 May 2024
Philip Norman on John Lennon
Beatles biographer Philip Norman talks about the life and legacy of John Lennon. He shares insights into John’s
01:14:02 |
Mon 06 May 2024
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