Paul Weller Fan Podcast

Charles Rees - The Wizard - The Story of 66

May 31, 2024 01:20 - 1 hour - 82.7 MB

Black Barn Studio Engineer and Producer, Charles Rees AKA The Wizard shares stories behind the making of Paul Weller's 17th Solo Studio album - 66. Black Barn Studio Engineer and Producer, Charles Rees AKA The Wizard shares stories behind the making of Paul Weller's 17th Solo Studio album - 66. Discover the Magic Behind Paul Weller’s New Album “66” Welcome to an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the making of Paul Weller’s 17th solo studio album, "66." In our latest podcast episode, we ...

Hannah Peel - The Story of 66

May 31, 2024 01:10 - 59 minutes - 41.1 MB

As fans enjoy Paul Weller's latest album, "66," our podcast offers a unique behind-the-scenes look into the making of his 17th solo studio album. In this episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with the multi-talented Hannah Peel, who played a pivotal role in the album's creation. We hear about the creation of the orchestration and the recording process at the iconic Abbey Road Studio Two, with Hannah's insights providing a rich tapestry of the creative process behind "66." Hannah Peel ...

Sir Peter Blake with Pete Paphides & Paul Weller - The Story of 66

May 31, 2024 01:00 - 19 minutes - 13.4 MB

Sir Peter Blake talks about the cover of 66 with music journalist and author, Pete Paphides and Paul Weller. Peter, known for his iconic pop art, discusses his involvement in designing the album cover. He shares how Paul Weller approached him with a clear vision, making the creative process both specific and collaborative. His artwork for '66' is a blend of minimalism and his signature motifs, including a red and blue border and a heavy varnish finish. These elements not only make the cove...

Dr. Robert - The Blow Monkeys - The Story of 66

May 31, 2024 00:55 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MB

Dr. Robert shares the story behind Rise Up Singing from Monks Road Social and Paul Weller... the original and the re-working for 66, plus we hear all about the new Blow Monkeys album - Together / Alone. In our latest podcast episode, we dive deep into the creation of Paul Weller's brand new album, '66,' with none other than Dr. Robert from The Blow Monkeys. Paul Weller, a legend in the music industry, has always been known for his innovative and collaborative spirit. His 17th solo studio a...

Louise Marshall - The Story of 66

May 31, 2024 00:50 - 36 minutes - 25.3 MB

Celebrating his 66th birthday, Paul Weller has gifted us with his 17th solo studio album, aptly titled '66.' This album is a testament to his enduring creativity and collaborative spirit. In this podcast episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Louise Marshall, a phenomenal vocalist with a rich history of performances and collaborations. She has lent her vocal prowess to many notable artists and projects. From performing with Jools Holland's big band to topping the charts with LF Syst...

Jake Fletcher - The Story of 66

May 31, 2024 00:45 - 50 minutes - 35 MB

The Paul Weller band's newest recruit shares his story with the podcast. Paul Weller, the legendary singer, songwriter, and musician, has released his 17th solo studio album, '66'. To celebrate this monumental achievement, the Paul Weller Fan Podcast has launched a new series, "The Story of 66," featuring in-depth conversations with the talented individuals who contributed to the album. In this episode, host Dan Jennings sits down with bassist Jake Fletcher, who shares his journey, experien...

Noel Gallagher - The Story of 66

May 31, 2024 00:40 - 1 hour - 43.7 MB

Unveiling the Magic Behind Paul Weller's '66': An Intimate Chat with Noel Gallagher We have a real treat for you in our latest podcast episode. This time, we dive deep into the world of music legends with none other than Noel Gallagher. Join us as we uncover the creative process behind Paul Weller's brand new album, '66', and explore the unique friendship and collaboration between these two iconic figures. Noel Gallagher, known for his witty charm and unparalleled musical talent, shares so...

Andrew Chalk AKA Chalky - The Story of 66

May 31, 2024 00:30 - 39 minutes - 27.1 MB

Chalky shares the story behind his poem Nothing and how it became a Paul Weller song on 66. In the latest episode of our podcast, we dive further into the fascinating world of Paul Weller's 17th solo studio album, '66'. This episode is a must-listen for any fan of Weller or those who appreciate the intricate process of music creation. Our special guest, Andrew Chalk, known as Chalky, takes us on a journey through his unexpected yet remarkable contribution to the album. Chalky, who has ...

Suggs - The Story of 66

May 31, 2024 00:25 - 44 minutes - 30.9 MB

Step into the world of British music legends with our latest podcast episode, featuring an in-depth conversation with Suggs, the charismatic frontman of Madness. This episode is a treasure trove for music enthusiasts, offering a rare glimpse into the collaborative process behind Paul Weller's newest album, '66'. Suggs, known for his vibrant personality and profound musical insights, takes us on a journey through his storied career and his enduring friendship with Paul Weller. From their e...

Dave Boraston - Stone Foundation - The Story of 66

May 31, 2024 00:20 - 30 minutes - 21 MB

Dive into the Making of Paul Weller's Latest Album '66' with Dave Boraston Welcome back to the Paul Weller Fan Podcast, where we celebrate the musical genius of singer, songwriter, and musician Paul Weller. In our latest episode, we delve into the creation of Weller's 17th solo studio album, '66', with a special guest who has been an integral part of this journey—Dave Boraston from Stone Foundation. Dave Boraston, known for his exceptional talent and sharp fashion sense, has been a key pla...

Steve Trigg - Stone Foundation - The Story of 66

May 31, 2024 00:10 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MB

Unveiling the Magic Behind Paul Weller's '66': An Exclusive Podcast Episode with Steve Trigg AKA The General. Paul Weller, a name synonymous with musical genius, has once again graced the world with his 17th solo studio album, '66'. This podcast series offers an exclusive behind-the-scenes look into its creation. Featuring the talented Steve Trigg from Stone Foundation, this episode is a treasure trove for any Weller enthusiast. Steve Trigg, known for his exceptional brass arrangements, s...

Sumudu Jayatilaka - The Story of 66

May 31, 2024 00:00 - 52 minutes - 35.9 MB

Paul Weller's "Story of 66" – A Journey of Musical Collaboration This episode offers an intimate glimpse into the making of this remarkable LP, highlighting the collaborative spirit and creative joy that define it. Sumudu's journey in music is as diverse as it is inspiring. Growing up in a family of Sri Lankan doctors who migrated to the UK, she was exposed to a rich tapestry of musical influences. From classical music and The Beatles to jazz and contemporary pop, her eclectic taste laid t...

Steve Brookes - The Story of 66

May 30, 2024 23:55 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MB

Steve Brookes joins us on the podcast to tell his story of 66. Steve plays acoustic guitar on I Woke Up. The Magic Behind Paul Weller's New Album '66': An Exclusive Insight with Steve Brookes Paul Weller, the legendary singer, songwriter, and musician, has once again graced us with a new album, '66'. This podcast series takes you behind the scenes to explore the creative process and collaborations that brought this album to life. In this episode, we are joined by none other than Steve Bro...

Ben Gordelier - The Story of 66

May 30, 2024 23:50 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MB

Ben Gordelier has been playing drums, percussion and performing samples with Paul Weller since 2012's Sonik Kicks gigs at London's Roundhouse. Sharing his story of the new Paul Weller album - 66 - Ben is the only person, aside from Paul, to play on every track on the LP. Step into the World of Paul Weller’s “66” with Ben Gordelier As a dedicated fan of Paul Weller, you're in for a treat with the latest episode of our podcast, where we continue our deep dive into the making of his 17th sol...

Tom Doyle - White Label - The Story of 66

May 30, 2024 23:40 - 32 minutes - 22.3 MB

Tom Doyle is an acclaimed music journalist, author, and one half of White Label, a writing/production duo (with Anth Brown) who have collaborated with Paul on various special releases over the past decade. Tom shares the story behind their co-write In Full Flight from the latest Paul Weller album - 66. Paul Weller's Creative Odyssey: The Making of "66" Few artists have managed to remain as influential and relevant as Paul Weller over the past 50 years. With his 17th solo studio album, "...

Christophe Vaillant - Le SuperHomard - The Story of 66

May 30, 2024 23:30 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MB

In this episode, we head across the English Channel to the South of France for a chat with LE SUPERHOMARD AKA Christophe Vaillant. Christophe co-wrote two songs with Paul Weller on 66 - My Best Friend's Coat and A Glimpse of You, he also played on Flying Fish. The Magic Behind Paul Weller’s New Album '66': An Exclusive Chat with Christophe Vaillant AKA Le SuperHomard Paul Weller, the iconic singer-songwriter, is back with his 17th solo studio album, '66,' and it’s nothing short of a maste...

Jacko Peake - The Story of 66

May 30, 2024 23:20 - 35 minutes - 24.7 MB

My latest special guest is the multi talented Sax player and Flutist Jacko Peake who shares his story of 66. Ship of Fools - Flute & Sax Jumble Queen - Tenor Sax, Baritone Sax Sleepy Hollow - Flutes, Tenor Sax, Baritone Sax Burn Out - Tenor Sax The Story Behind Paul Weller's New Album '66': An Interview with Jack O Peake Paul Weller is back with his 17th solo studio album, '66'. To celebrate, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Jacko Peake, the talented saxophonist and flautist fro...

Tom Van Heel - The Story of 66

May 30, 2024 23:10 - 36 minutes - 24.9 MB

Singer-songwriter, musician & keys player for PW – Tom Van Heel shares his story of 66. Jumble Queen - Electric Guitar / Backing Vocals Nothing - Acoustic Guitar / Backing Vocal Sleepy Hollow - Backing Vocal In Full Flight - Wurlitzer, Korg MS20 Burn Out - Hammond Organ, Backing Vocals Paul Weller's '66': Behind the Scenes with Tom Van Heel Welcome to an exclusive look into the making of Paul Weller’s 17th solo studio album, '66'. In our latest podcast episode, I had the pleasure of c...

Josh McClorey - The Story of 66

May 30, 2024 23:01 - 44 minutes - 31 MB

Irish singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist Josh McClorey was phe principal songwriter and lead guitarist of The Strypes where he enjoyed success with a #1 album in Ireland, #5 in the UK and extensive global tours. The band played with and support Paul Weller on numerous occasions, and Josh has played on albums from Saturns Pattern to the latest 66. You can hear him playing bass on Flying Fish and electric guitars on Soul Wandering. In addition to contributing to multiple #1 albums for ...

Will Hodgkinson - Mojo - The Story of 66

May 29, 2024 13:19 - 43 minutes - 29.7 MB

Ahead of our huge boxset of special podcast episodes landing on Friday, I wanted to chat to journalist and author, Will Hodgkinson on his Mojo cover story with Paul Weller. Will is Chief Rock and Pop critic for The Times and has written for The Guardian, The Independent, Vogue and Mojo magazine. He is also the author of many fantastic books Guitar Man, Song Man, The Ballad of Britain and The House Is Full of Yogis. He's also just announced his new book Street-Level Superstar - A Year With...

Paul Weller Interview - The Story of 66

May 16, 2024 23:01 - 48 minutes - 33.3 MB

The acclaimed Paul Weller Fan Podcast is back with a bang! In 2020, my love of Paul Weller’s music led me to create the ‘Desperately Seeking Paul’ podcast series, an adventure that culminated in an unforgettable encounter with the man himself at the end of last year. The thrill of finally interviewing my hero, after 25 years in radio and a three-year podcast journey, is still fresh. The experience was nothing short of magical, and I am incredibly grateful for every moment of it. But as the...

TRAILER - Paul Weller Fan Podcast - The Story of 66 - Season 2

May 12, 2024 08:06 - 2 minutes - 1.83 MB

The acclaimed Paul Weller Fan Podcast is back with a bang! Join us for Season 2 - The Story of 66 - starting May 17th 2024. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

EP180 - Paul Weller

December 19, 2023 00:01 - 1 hour - 81.4 MB

Episode 180: Paul Weller Hello and Welcome to Episode 180 of the World's First Paul Weller Fan Podcast... I'm Dan Jennings and ten years ago I gave up my life's dream and career as a radio presenter with one big regret... Never getting to interview my hero... the legendary singer-songwriter and musician - Paul Weller... This podcast exists purely to solve that issue... Welcome to the final episode of Desperately Seeking Paul.... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informat...

EP179 - Claire Moon - Artist Manager - Paul Weller

December 12, 2023 00:01 - 1 hour - 58.2 MB

Episode 179: Claire Moon - Artist Manager - Paul Weller Over the course of the past 3 years, we've discovered so much more about how Paul Weller has built one of the most prolific and influential careers in British music, and in this episode we get to peek behind the curtain. Artist manager Claire Moon opens up about her professional journey, leading up to that first fateful meeting with Paul at V2 Records and how she later became his manager - overseeing the business operations at Black B...

EP178 - Charles Rees - Black Barn Studio Manager & Engineer + Composer, Producer

December 05, 2023 00:01 - 1 hour - 75.5 MB

Episode 178: Charles Rees - Black Barn Studio Manager & Engineer + Composer, Producer And so the countdown begins... with our final 3 podcasts in our Desperately Seeking Paul series... On this episode, I take a trip into Black Barn Studios for an unforgettable conversation with Studio Manager & Engineer, Composer and Producer, Charles Rees. From assistant engineer on Heavy Soul in 1997 to becoming studio manager at Black Barn, AKA Paul Weller HQ in 1999 - Charles has played a key role o...

EP177 - Simon Halfon - Graphic designer and Film Producer - The Style Council, Paul Weller Solo, The Jam...

November 28, 2023 01:01 - 1 hour - 48.4 MB

Episode 177: Simon Halfon - Graphic designer and Film Producer on The Style Council, Paul Weller Solo & The Jam On this episode of The Paul Weller Fan Podcast, we hear from graphic designer and film producer, Simon Halfon to discuss his incredible porfolio of work with The Jam, The Style Council and Paul Weller solo... We find out about his love of The Jam - and how he first met Paul Weller in 1979 following a gig in Bridlington when he and his mates stayed up with the band drinking and pu...

EP176 - Joe Connor - Film Director, Screenwriter, Photographer & Musician...

November 24, 2023 00:01 - 1 hour - 46.5 MB

Episode 176: Joe Connor - Film Director, Screenwriter, Photographer & Musician... On this episode of my Paul Weller Fan Podcast, we cross to Cape Town where we find multi-award-winning Film Director, Musician, Screenwriter and Photographer - Joe Connor on his latest top secret shoot... Our discussion kicks off with the creation of his brilliant Sky Arts Wild Wood Documentary - a 2023 film that features the story behind the 1993 Paul Weller masterpiece as it celebrates it's 30th anniversary...

EP176 - Joe Connor - Film Director - Wild Wood Documentary

November 24, 2023 00:01 - 1 hour - 46.5 MB

Episode 176: Joe Connor - Film Director, Screenwriter, Photographer & Musician... On this episode of my Paul Weller Fan Podcast, we cross to Cape Town where we find multi-award-winning Film Director, Musician, Screenwriter and Photographer - Joe Connor on his latest top secret shoot... Our discussion kicks off with the creation of his brilliant Sky Arts Wild Wood Documentary - a 2023 film that features the story behind the 1993 Paul Weller masterpiece as it celebrates it's 30th anniversary...

EP175 - Chris Pope - The Chords UK - Songwriter, Singer, Musician

November 21, 2023 01:01 - 39 minutes - 26.8 MB

Episode 175 : Chris Pope from The Chords On this episode of The Paul Weller Fan Podcast, I am joined by Chris Pope - Songwriter, Musician and one of the founding members of The Chords. We take a journey through the bands formation at the tail end of 1978, after original singer/guitarist Billy Hassett and his bass playing cousin, Martin Mason, advertised for musicians in NME. Chris got the job and the band were soon into live gigs and studio recordings. Their style was a combination of pu...

EP174 - Ben Gordelier - Paul Weller Band - Drums/Samples/Percussion + Musician & Producer

November 14, 2023 00:01 - 1 hour - 47.7 MB

Episode 174: Ben Gordelier - Musician, Producer, Drums/Samples/Percussion for the Paul Weller band... What a delight it is to have Paul Weller band member - Ben Gordelier - join me on my podcast. Ben chats about his discovery of music, love of The Beatles and Laurel & Hardy, being "brought up in a music rehearsal studio" and working as a drummer and producer since his early teens... even going on his first European tour at the age of 16!... Since 2012, Ben has been playing drums, percuss...

EP174 - Ben Gordelier - Musician, Producer, Drums/Samples/Percussion for the Paul Weller band...

November 14, 2023 00:01 - 1 hour - 47.7 MB

Episode 174: Ben Gordelier - Musician, Producer, Drums/Samples/Percussion for the Paul Weller band... What a delight it is to have Paul Weller band member - Ben Gordelier - join me on my podcast. Ben chats about his discovery of music, love of The Beatles and Laurel & Hardy, being "brought up in a music rehearsal studio" and working as a drummer and producer since his early teens... even going on his first European tour at the age of 16!... Since 2012, Ben has been playing drums, percuss...

EP173 - Simon O’Brien - from The Style Council fan to Paul Weller Tour Crew…

November 10, 2023 00:01 - 39 minutes - 27.1 MB

Episode 173: Simon O’Brien - from The Style Council fan to Weller Tour Crew… On this episode of The Paul Weller Fan Podcast, we meet Simon O'Brien and hear his a journey from The Style Council fan in his teens to joining Paul Weller tour security in 2000. We talk Red Wedge, the Paul Weller Movement, and being In the right place at the right time for the Heliocentric tour with a band on fire... You'll hear stories on Paul, John Weller, Kenny Wheeler, and unforgettable gigs across the UK -...

EP172 - Dylan White - Legendary Record Plugger

November 07, 2023 00:01 - 1 hour - 53.9 MB

Episode 172: Dylan White - Legendary Record Plugger On this episode of The Paul Weller Fan Podcast, I am joined by legendary record plugger, Dylan White. Dylan has worked in the music business for over 30 years now... UK Radio & TV Music Promotion, Consultant and Artist Management. A multi-award-winning record plugger since the early 90s, he has promoted the music of Oasis, U2, Fatboy Slim, Travis, Arctic Monkeys, Depeche Mode, Suede, Primal Scream, The Libertines, Portishead, Billy Bra...

EP171 - All Mod Cons - Barry Pugatch and Andy Cook share their story...

November 03, 2023 00:01 - 52 minutes - 36.1 MB

Episode 171: All Mod Cons - The World's First Tribute to The Jam... Barry Pugatch and Andy Cook share their story... On this episode of the podcast, we hear the story of Barry Pugatch and Andy Cook - two fans of The Jam who ended up bringing one of the original tribute bands from the US to the UK for sell out performances in the 1990s. All Mod Cons were created in Boston, New England, USA in 1989 with Barry as Paul Weller on lead vocals and guitar with his pals - Glenn Matto (Bruce Foxton...

EP170 - Robert Howard / Dr. Robert - The Blow Monkeys

October 31, 2023 00:01 - 1 hour - 46.4 MB

Episode 170: Robert Howard / Dr. Robert - The Blow Monkeys On this episode of the Paul Weller Fan Podcast, I am joined by Singer, Songwriter, Multi-instrumentalist and Producer, Robert Howard, aka Dr. Robert of The Blow Monkeys. We take a journey through his youth and his discovery of punk, politics and The Jam whilst living in Australia in the 1970s... He returned home in 1981 and formed the band, leading to so many fabulous albums and singles - their debut Limping for a Generation, tha...

EP169 - Carleen Anderson - Singer, Songwriter, Composer, Producer, Arranger, Writer...

October 23, 2023 23:01 - 1 hour - 58.7 MB

Episode 169: Carleen Anderson - Singer, Songwriter, Composer, Producer, Arranger, Writer... My latest podcast guest Carleen Anderson really needs no introduction. A genuine world class artist... She's such a huge talent in her own right and another to enter Paul Weller's orbit during the solo years - providing us with some very special moments on record and live. Throughout her solo career, she’s been featured alongside a multitude of established artists from a wide array of musical genr...

EP168 - Sam Molnar talks Wake Up Woking, Wild Wood at Woking Hospice and a 50 year friendship...

October 19, 2023 23:01 - 37 minutes - 25.5 MB

Episode 168: Sam Molnar talks Wake Up Woking, Wild Wood at Woking Hospice and a 50 year friendship... On this episode of the podcast, we chat to Sam Molnar and hear his incredible connections with Paul Weller from The Jam to now... We'll discover how he's become Sammy Carpet to the Weller family... how he created Wake Up Woking and an incredible homecoming gig in 2010... which featured live music from Paul Weller, Bruce Foxton and Steve Brookes and Paul's first gig in his home-town for 30...

EP167 - Keiko Egawa... Super-fan stories from Tokyo to London and beyond...

October 16, 2023 23:01 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MB

Episode 167: Keiko Egawa... Super-fan stories from Tokyo to London and beyond... On this episode of my Paul Weller Fan Podcast, I am joined by Keiko Egawa - a Japanese super-fan who has been to hundreds of gigs over the past 40+ years - seeing The Jam sixty-nine times, The Style Council sixty plus and Paul Weller solo over one-hundred and fifty times... We'll hear her story from discovering The Jam through In The City as a teenager growing up in Tokyo, to travels to London for her first li...

EP167 - Keiko Egawa - Super-fan stories from Tokyo to London and beyond...

October 16, 2023 23:01 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MB

Episode 167: Keiko Egawa... Super-fan stories from Tokyo to London and beyond... On this episode of my Paul Weller Fan Podcast, I am joined by Keiko Egawa - a Japanese super-fan who has been to hundreds of gigs over the past 40+ years - seeing The Jam sixty-nine times, The Style Council sixty plus and Paul Weller solo over one-hundred and fifty times... We'll hear her story from discovering The Jam through In The City as a teenager growing up in Tokyo, to travels to London for her first li...

EP166 - Adrian Thrills - Music Journalist shares his experiences of The Jam and Paul Weller from 1976 to Solo…

October 09, 2023 23:02 - 47 minutes - 32.8 MB

On this episode of The Paul Weller Fan Podcast, I am joined by music journalist Adrian Thrills. Adrian became a fan of The Jam from 1976 - pre-Polydor record deal - seeing them at the 100 Club, upstairs at Ronnie Scotts, The Marquee, Red Cow in Hammersmith and at many more gigs... Together with his friend, Shane McGowan, Adrian did one of the very first interviews with the band for own 48 Thrills fanzine (One of the original punk fanzines that launched in '76). As a friend, and journalis...

EP165 - Bruno Gallone - on his Mod band, Reaction, supporting The Jam and more...

October 02, 2023 23:01 - 48 minutes - 32.9 MB

On this episode of The Paul Weller Fan Podcast, we hear the incredible story of Reaction - a Mod-influenced band from Burton-on-Trent, formed in November 1980 by Bruno Gallone. It was a real delight to hear Bruno's incredible story from creating the band before he could even play an instrument to their first gig a few weeks later at the Guild Street Mod night in Burton.... What came next sounds too good to be true... but yes it actually happened.... on this podcast chat we dig in to the qu...

EP164 - Brenda Taylor and Karen McBride - Two super-fans help us to celebrate 40 years of The Style Council...

September 25, 2023 23:01 - 1 hour - 43.4 MB

With the 40th anniversary of the release of Introducing The Style Council (Sept 1983), it seemed fitting to spend an episode of The Paul Weller Fan Podcast revelling in the enduring magic of this iconic band. To commemorate this milestone, we have the privilege of diving into the heartfelt stories of two unwavering super-fans, Brenda Taylor and Karen McBride. Their journey into the world of The Style Council began against the backdrop of the early '80s when Brenda, already a devoted fan of...

EP163 - Billy Sullivan - Singer, Songwriter & Musician - Paper Dreams Solo, The Spitfires

September 18, 2023 23:01 - 52 minutes - 36.3 MB

Episode 163 - Billy Sullivan - Singer, Songwriter & Musician talks Paper Dreams Solo Debut, The Spitfires supporting Paul Weller, a love of The Jam and more. My special guest on this episode of Desperately Seeking Paul - The Paul Weller Fan Podcast is the hugely talented singer, songwriter and musician - Billy Sullivan. His story takes us from a love of music as a child through to the formation of The Spitfires in 2012 and building a cult fan base on their own terms through hundreds of hig...

EP162 - Ian Stone - Comedian, Broadcaster & Author of To Be Someone - A Memoir about One Teenager's Obsession with The Jam...

September 11, 2023 23:01 - 49 minutes - 34.1 MB

On this episode of The Paul Weller Fan Podcast, I am joined by the award-winning stand-up comedian, broadcaster and podcaster, Ian Stone. A huge fan of The Jam and Paul Weller since discovering the band in 1977 via John Peel's late night show on Radio One, Ian published his first book in 2020 – To Be Someone – a memoir about one teenager’s obsession with The Jam… Paul Weller commented “I really liked this book. I’d forgotten how shit it was in the seventies”… We dive into his memory band...

EP161 - Keb Darge - Scottish DJ and Music producer talks Lost & Found and DJ nights with Paul Weller...

September 04, 2023 23:01 - 44 minutes - 30.9 MB

In the realm of music enthusiasts and vinyl collectors, few names command as much respect and admiration as Keb Darge. The legendary out-spoken Scotsman has left an indelible mark on the world of music with has an uncanny ability to unearth rare and forgotten musical treasures. Over the past 40-plus years, he has been heavily involved in the northern soul, deep funk, rockabilly, and sixties garage scenes. On this episode of The Paul Weller Fan Podcast, we hear the true story about his jou...

EP160 - Andy Macdonald - Go-Discs - Independiente - Record Label Founder & Music Entrepreneur.

August 28, 2023 23:01 - 1 hour - 48 MB

In the dynamic world of music, a few trailblazers stand out, reshaping the industry with their audacious ideas and unshakeable passion. Andy Macdonald - the maverick behind the Go Discs and Independiente record labels - is undeniably one such luminary. With a knack for spotting raw talent and an unwavering commitment to artistic authenticity, Andy is one of the most successful UK independent music entrepreneurs of the modern era. In this World Exclusive Podcast conversation, we discover...

EP159 - Purple Hearts - Bob Manton & Jeff Shadbolt

August 21, 2023 23:01 - 51 minutes - 35.7 MB

On this episode of The Paul Weller Fan Podcast, I chat with Bob Manton and 'Just Jeff' Shadbolt from Purple Hearts. Formed in 1978, they were a mod-influenced band that blended elements of post-punk, new wave, and mod revival, creating a distinct and energetic sound that resonated with a wide audience beyond the confines of the mod scene. We talk about their discovery of The Jam as punk loving teenagers in Essex, to the creation of their first band The Sockets and an original punk rock oper...

EP158 - Kevin Metcalfe - 50 Years of Sound Mastering

August 14, 2023 23:01 - 58 minutes - 40.4 MB

Part of the music industry for nearly 50 years, Kevin Metcalfe takes a break from enjoying his recent retirement to join me on this episode of The Paul Weller Fan Podcast. Kevin is an industry legend. A sound mastering engineer with an impressive repertoire of all kinds of artists and all types of musical styles under his belt. This fella has played a key role on hundreds, if not thousands, of singles and album releases over the years including David Bowie, Adele, U2, Queen, ELO, Depeche Mo...

EP157 - Chris Free - A Craze - Songwriter, Musician, Respond Records

August 07, 2023 23:01 - 1 hour - 42.8 MB

On this episode of The Paul Weller Fan Podcast, I am joined by songwriter, musician Chris Free. He was one half of the duo A Craze who were signed to Paul Weller’s Respond record label in the early 1980s. We chat about his love of punk including The Jam and The Clash and his first band The Users, to meeting Lucy Barron, forming A Craze and getting signed to the project. The band played on the Respond package tours, on line ups featuring Tracie Young, The Questions and Vaughan Toulouse. T...

EP156: David Rowe - Super-Fan turns Merch-Man...

July 31, 2023 23:01 - 55 minutes - 38.3 MB

On this episode of the podcast, we take a journey from The Jam to Paul Weller Solo via two super-fans... and a wonderful love story... David Rowe, and his partner, Jo White, have been to around 450 live shows and have some incredible stories and connections over the past 45 years... including joining the merchandise team for The Style Council and Paul Weller Solo!. David met Jo at school in St.Austell (double history) when she moved to Cornwall from Bounds Green, North London in 1978. They...

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