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
Marquee: The Story of the World’s Greatest Music Venue
Robert Sellers and Nick Pendleton, authors of the new book ‘Marquee: The Story of the World’s Greatest Music
01:39:18 |
Fri 19 May 2023
Mike d’Abo
Mike d’Abo offers a unique glimpse into his life and career in this podcast. Best known for his
01:39:14 |
Mon 15 May 2023
Peggy Seeger
In this episode, we have the privilege of interviewing Peggy Seeger. Peggy has been an influential figure in
01:14:24 |
Fri 12 May 2023
Steve Howe – Tomorrow and YES
Steve Howe reflects on his music career spanning from the 1960s to the present day. A standout moment
01:05:46 |
Fri 05 May 2023
Rob Chapman on Syd Barrett
Welcome to a special bonus episode on Syd Barrett with Rob Chapman, broadcaster, music journalist, and author of
01:09:30 |
Sun 30 Apr 2023
Martin Fry – ABC
Martin Fry of ABC talks about the writing and recording of The Lexicon Of Love and recreating their
00:43:45 |
Fri 28 Apr 2023
Martin Turner on Wishbone Ash
We’re joined by legendary guitarist and songwriter Martin Turner, who was a founding member of the iconic rock
02:02:54 |
Fri 21 Apr 2023
Geraint Watkins
In this episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Geraint Watkins. Geraint is a gifted musician and
01:11:24 |
Fri 14 Apr 2023
The History of Goth
We explore the world of Goth music and culture with John Robb, author of The Art Of Darkness:
01:35:09 |
Fri 07 Apr 2023
King Crimson at 50
We speak with Toby Amies, the director of the new documentary film In the Court of the Crimson
00:52:01 |
Sun 02 Apr 2023
The British Psychedelic Sounds of 1967
Join us for a dive deep into The British Psychedelic Sounds of 1967. David Wells, a music journalist
01:14:06 |
Fri 31 Mar 2023
Caleb Quaye
Today we speak to Caleb Quaye, a legendary guitarist who has played with some of the biggest names
01:29:23 |
Fri 24 Mar 2023
Allan Clarke
In this podcast we sit down with Allan Clarke to discuss his highly anticipated album, I’ll Never Forget.
01:31:00 |
Fri 17 Mar 2023
Bernie Marsden
Bernie Marsden talks about his lifelong love of the blues and friendship with Peter Green, his time with
01:15:18 |
Sat 11 Mar 2023
High Times In Ladbroke Grove 1967-1975
David Wells provides a comprehensive overview yet of the Ladbroke Grove-based late 60s/early 70s freak music scene. Now
01:42:42 |
Fri 03 Mar 2023
Andy Fairweather Low
Andy Fairweather Low talks about his new album Flang Dang, his first solo album in 17 years. He
01:15:51 |
Fri 24 Feb 2023
Steve Hillage
Steve Hillage talks about the making of his classic solo albums Fish Rising, L, Green and Motivation Radio,
01:32:27 |
Fri 17 Feb 2023
Mikael Rickfors – The Hollies
Mikael Rickfors is known worldwide for his time as The Hollies singer in the early 1970s, with hits
01:29:18 |
Fri 10 Feb 2023
Tony King
Tony King talks about his remarkable life. From The Beatles to Elton John and The Rolling Stones, Tony
01:03:04 |
Fri 03 Feb 2023
Leo Lyons – Ten Years After and Hundred Seventy Split
Leo Lyons, legendary bassist and founder member of Ten Years After talks about his life in music. Leo
01:49:59 |
Tue 31 Jan 2023
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