Van Morrison, Paul McCartney, and The Durutti Column are among the guests. The hosts discuss the explosion of creative music in 1980, older artists producing their finest work, and try to enthuse each other about solo albums. They explore historical rock albums, the connections between 'Speaking in Tongues', 'Scary Monsters', and 'The Return of the Durutti Column', and the influence and experimentation of McCartney II and A Black Box. They also touch on the new wave of British heavy metal and the emergence of industrial music in 1980.

Nigel is my kind of producer He has a strong sense of quality, a strong sense of who he is and what potentials artists have to be cultivated and captured. He’s my kind of producer because he gets his hands dirty and doesn’t just act as a fan of the band and take on that guru role but he’s in the trenches, setting up the mics for perfect phase alignment, getting all the sonic chains correct but without a limiting rule book. There’s so much inventiveness in the productions alongside the incredible, undeniable tone. Of course there’s that ego and strong sense of self and I ran into his resolute perspective a couple of times by asking questions he deemed sub par or misguided. Let’s put it this way, you know where you stand with Nigel and of course he has a strong perspective. Imagine the courage and strength of conviction it would take to tell Thom Yorke or Paul McCartney that they could better a take or that a lyric felt cheesy or what have you. We might all think we want to be told yes all the time but Nigel, it feels, understands when to say no and let his point be known and I love that about him. I have immense respect for him. He's made some of my favorite records and I think it's fair to say that he's my favorite living producer. So needless to say it's an absolute thrill to have him on the show. It’s even more special to me that he agreed to do episode 100. NIGEL!!!!! Nitty 100 is a BIG one I get my hands on a rare Chamberlin M1 from the excellent Rob Burger and sample it in a most painstaking manner yielding a set of 8 instrument captures that showcase the sounds on the tapes in a way that’s never been heard before. I sent the finished pack to some amazing musicians and they all came back with beautiful music to demo the sounds. You’ll hear tracks from Dave Sitek Hainbach Dana Wachs Andrew Huang RJD2 Money Mark and I also made one that sneaks in at the end of the show 🙂 EP 100 Baby! bringing the heat!!! I only managed to make all this with the expert kontakt and decent sampler scripting help of Owen Bolig and GUI design from Tobias James. In the sample instruments you can blend 3 different layers. The DRY is a direct output from the instrument running into a Telefunken V72 preamp The DIRT is the signal processed though a silvertone amp head into a Roland RE-201 space echo in spring reverb mode 3+4) The DUAL MONO ADT NAGRA recordings are the star of the show and the motivation behind the instrument. The output of the Chamberlin was sent to 2 nagras at the same level. I played with the varispeed of one nagra tape machine and not the other so when the NAGRA channel on the kontakt or decent sampler is set to mono you hear unique ADT style phasing that’s varied per key press using scripting magic (Kontakt only). So there’s 3168 samples that make up the 8 instruments with a total of 4.62Gb of audio. Get ready! The Chamberlin ADT is available to Patreon members on the soul science level! Music for EP100 comes from Lok44 who’s LP 44problems is to found on TRUST. I was bugging out to this. I think he triggered something from my youth and I very much enjoyed the flashback! Thanks to sonible for their kind sponsorship Their plugins are well worth checking out. smart, clear and good sounding. Triple wammy! check them out 🙂 Thanks also to access analog for THEIR kind sponsorship Good news! They have given me a code to share with you all at check out so you can try this wild service for yourself and remotely control a pye compressor from the comfort of your studio or roaming about with a laptop with wifi. True 2022 business. The code you need at check out is....... trial-howa enjoy! Drums from this ad spot are from the That Sound “Hanger” library here shouts to my studio building crew! Jim Keller at Sondhus and Matthew Marinelli at coral sound thanks to Diana Walsh for cleaning up the audio as ever Last my most certainly not least, thank you to my lovely wife! Without her this show never would have been. Just would not have ever reached episode 1! Im so proud of her. She’s having her first solo art show as a painter here in Nashville at the brand new ZieherSmith Gallery. The show is called STIM and it’s going to be up from the 24th September. Check this link here for info! BYE x

Paul McCartney discusses forming Wings after the Beatles disbanded and the challenges they faced. They explore the meaning behind 'Band on the Run' and the theme of outlaws in popular culture. The dynamics within the Beatles and the early days of Wings are also discussed. The podcast explores their trip to Lagos, and McCartney's iconic song 'Band on the Run'.

Paul McCartney, a legendary musician and former member of The Beatles, shares insights on the profound impact of grief and creativity. He recounts how the loss of his mother inspired the iconic song 'Let It Be,' emerging from a dream filled with wisdom. The conversation delves into the tensions during the White Album recording and the importance of positivity in their music. McCartney also reflects on the phrase 'let it be,' revealing its deep significance in navigating life's uncertainties.

Paul McCartney discusses the inspiration behind 'Back in the U.S.S.R.' and its evolving meaning over the years, from satire to a symbol of freedom. The chapter explores the political context, the influence of Chuck Berry, the Vietnam War, and the suppression of Western influence in Russia.

In this engaging discussion, Paul McCartney, an iconic musician and Beatles legend, reflects on his deep musical influences, including the surprising inspiration from his parents' generation. He shares the emotional journey behind writing the beloved classic 'Here, There and Everywhere,' exploring themes of love and creativity. McCartney delves into innovative songwriting techniques, revealing how he connects circular narratives with personal anecdotes. Listen in as he honors the legacy of musical icons like Fred Astaire and discusses profound themes that resonate through his work.

Exploring how Pablo Picasso's last words inspired Paul McCartney to create a song on the spot, revealing the creative process and artistic inspiration. Delving into the significance of crafting lyrics and musical composition, as well as interpreting poetry for melodic inspiration. Uncovering the artistic transformation of turning simple statements into abstract songs, and exploring Paul McCartney's rejection of aristocratic lifestyle. Finally, examining musical cubism and love in Paul McCartney's lyrics.

In this insightful conversation, Paul McCartney, a legendary musician and former Beatle, is joined by Linda McCartney, an accomplished photographer and musician. They share their experiences of retreating to the Scottish countryside, where they found solace in family and the beauty of rural life. The couple discusses the inspiration behind 'Mull of Kintyre,' reflecting on its unexpected success during a musical revolution. They also explore themes of isolation in 'When Winter Comes,' linking the song's sentiments to contemporary challenges, including the pandemic.

Listen to a fascinating exploration of The Beatles, from their ordinary teenage beginnings to their monumental rise to fame and ultimate breakup. Discover the impact of their music, the overwhelming Beatlemania hysteria, their controversial tour experiences, and their enduring legacy.

Paul McCartney, an influential musician and former Beatle, delves into the deep emotional resonance of his song "Give Ireland Back to the Irish." Inspired by the tragic events of Bloody Sunday, he shares how this political turmoil influenced his artistry. Despite facing significant backlash, McCartney remained committed to amplifying voices of injustice. He reflects on the challenges of transforming outrage into music, showcasing how art can foster empathy and provoke thought in times of conflict.