Pop: The History Makers with Steve Blame
Steve Blame
Each Week - Pop: The History Makers presents a new one-hour interview with an icon of popular culture.If you prefer watching the interviews - go to my YouTube podcast channel -https://www.youtube.com/@popthehistorymakersOnline - Per Martinsen - Norwegian's Electronic Godfather!UPDATE and DEEP DIVE interviews include:Raz Lindvall (formerly Rob 'n' Raz), Louis C. Oberländer (Jeremy Days), Justin Currie (Del Amitri), Fish (Update interview) Phillip Boa, Toyah, Anne Clark (the poet who continually reinvents herself), Belouis Some (80s hitmaker back in the dance charts), Papa Dee (Swedish Rapper/Toaster/Pop musician) Carl Magnus Palm (ABBA historian), Suzi Quatro (70s Rocker who broke the glass ceiling for female musicians)DEEP DIVE interviews include:Larry Flick (Legendary music journalist), Alanas Chosnau (Lithuanian singer), Elizabeth Thomson (Author of Joan Baez - The Last Leaf), Sleaford Mods (electronic punk poets), BISHI (Electro Sitarist), Mike Evans - author - of the Who - Much Too Much, Tony Swain (80s hit producer), Lanah P (LGBT pioneer), David McAlmont (Vocalist, Essayist, Historian).Previous Series include:Radiohead - Life in a Glasshouse by John Aizlewood. The Velvet Underground by Chris Roberts. Sex Pistols - I Wanna Be Me by Dave Simpson. Joy Division + New Order by John Aizlewood. Lady Gaga - Applause by Annie Zaleski. ABBA at 50 - by Carl Magnus Palm. Previous Series include; P.P. Arnold, Marcella Detroit, Steve Lipson, Chris Huelsbeck, Kevin Hegge, Dieter Meier, Sue Tilley, Stefan Holm Mardo, Rusty Egan, Suzi Quatro, Hifi Sean, Man Parrish, D:Ream, Dave Dorrell (M/A/R/R/S), Papa Dee, Madeline Bell (Blue Mink), Simon Napier-Bell (documentary maker & former Wham! manager), Steve Kilbey (The Church), Jonas Åkerlund, Steve Barron, Jimmy Helms (Londonbeat), Belouis Some, Mousse T., Wolfgang Flür, Billie Ray Martin, Belouis Some, Mark Reeder, Marcus Vere (Living in a Box), Raz (of Rob n Raz), Ulf (Ace of Base), Marian Gold (Alphaville), Louis Oberlander, Dr. Alban, and Youth (Killing Joke). Fish (ex-Marillion), Leee John (Imagination), Durga McBroom (Blue Pearl), Martyn Ware (Heaven 17), Kevin Godley (10cc, Godley & Creme), Michael Münzing (Snap!), Alexander Bard (Army of Lovers), Sam Brown, John Watts, Anne Clark, Right Said Fred, Justin Currie (Del Amitri), WestBam.Mini-Memories. Short personal interview memories of; Whitney Houston, Madonna, Kurt Cobain, Al Green, Elton John, Milli Vanilli, Dave Gahan, Stevie Wonder, Lenny Kravitz, Kylie Minogue ... (ongoing) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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May 18, 2023 • 32min
FISH - UPDATE - a life-changing decision!
FISH has made a life-changing decision after meeting someone named after his biggest hit with Marillion - KAYLEIGH.In this amazing UPDATE interview hear all about the next moves that FISH has planned including a final tour and then a final move.Fish, born Derek William Dick, is an iconic Scottish singer-songwriter whose powerful and emotive vocals have captivated audiences for decades. Rising to fame as the lead vocalist of the progressive rock band Marillion in the 1980s, Fish's distinctive voice and heartfelt lyrics made him a revered figure in the world of rock music. With his charismatic stage presence and thought-provoking storytelling, Fish has carved out a unique place in the hearts of fans worldwide. Beyond his success with Marillion, Fish has also enjoyed a successful solo career, consistently delivering albums that showcase his artistic evolution and his ability to connect with listeners on a deeply personal level. From epic rock anthems to introspective ballads, Fish's music has the power to evoke a wide range of emotions and leave a lasting impact on all who encounter it. With a career spanning over four decades, Fish's contribution to the music industry is not only enduring but continues to inspire new generations of musicians and fans alike.And now he's found a new passion which he's already working towards. It will surprise you!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/pop-the-history-makers-with-steve-blame/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 14, 2023 • 43min
Phillip Boa - 30 years Boaphenia!
Phillip Boa is a German singer, songwriter, and musician known for his eclectic and dynamic style that blends elements of alternative rock, post-punk, and pop. Boa began his career in the early 1980s, forming the band Phillip Boa and the Voodooclub, which quickly gained a reputation for their energetic live performances and Boa's distinctive vocals.Over the years, Boa has released numerous albums, both solo and with the Voodooclub, that have received critical acclaim for their innovative sound and provocative lyrics. His music often explores themes of identity, desire, and the darker aspects of human nature, while also incorporating elements of humor and wit.Phillip Boa and the Voodoo Club's latest release is a 30-year anniversary edition of Boaphenia - remastered, remixed with an additional 10 new songs available from his website.https://www.phillipboa.com/and go to my video channel if you prefer to watchyoutube@popthehistorymakersSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/pop-the-history-makers-with-steve-blame/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 7, 2023 • 1h 18min
TOYAH - DEEP DIVE INTERVIEW
Toyah Willcox, better known simply as Toyah, is an English pop star and artist who rose to fame in the late 1970s and 1980s. With her distinctive voice and striking appearance, Toyah became a fixture on the UK music scene, producing numerous hits and carving out a unique space for herself in the world of pop. Beyond her music career, Toyah has also been a prolific actress, writer, and television presenter, making her a multi-talented and dynamic figure in the entertainment industry. With a career spanning several decades and a devoted fan base, Toyah remains an enduring icon of British pop culture.This interview is also available on my YouTube channel. To subscribe go here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5S9xw1B-ppDXVkAuvRRQtgThe best Toyah links -The Sunday Lunch Tour link for tickets is: https://www.seetickets.com/tour/toyah-and-robert-s-sunday-lunch-live-All Toyah gigs are listed atwww.toyahwillcox.com/gigs Toyah Official TicTochttps://www.tiktok.com/@toyahofficialTo follow Toyah - www.twitter.com/toyahofficialwww.facebook.com/toyahofficialwww.instagram.com/toyahofficialSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/pop-the-history-makers-with-steve-blame/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 2, 2023 • 50min
John Watts (Fischer-Z) DEEP DIVE INTERVIEW
The Fischer-Z (solo) Celebrating Red Skies tour is underway with a sold-out concert in Hamburg, with tickets for dates all around Germany, followed by London, Bath, Brighton, and Manchester - still available.Both this DEEP DIVE and an UPDATE INTERVIEW with JOHN WATTS are available, and tickets for the tour can be bought at fischer-z.comAmongst the multiple stage personas of John Watts, singer, guitarist, and poet are himself - John Watts, his band Fischer-Z, The Cry, Paramusic and not forgetting J.M Watts. He makes a fascinating interview partner and talks about the events in his life which have formed him. I highly recommend both interviews!@fischerzband #fischer-z #80smusic #80s #musician #artistSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/pop-the-history-makers-with-steve-blame/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 2, 2023 • 24min
John Watts (Fischer-Z) UPDATE INTERVIEW
The Fischer-Z (solo) Celebrating Red Skies tour is underway with a sold-out concert in Hamburg, with tickets for dates all around Germany, followed by London, Bath, Brighton, and Manchester - still available.Both a DEEP DIVE and an UPDATE INTERVIEW with JOHN WATTS can are available.Here is the UPDATE INTERVIEW, make sure you go and see John in concert - tickets are available at fischer-z.comAmongst the multiple stage personas of John Watts, singer, guitarist, and poet are himself - John Watts, his band Fischer-Z, The Cry, Paramusic and not forgetting J.M Watts. He makes a fascinating interview partner and talks about the events in his life which have formed him. I highly recommend both interviews!@fischerzband #fischer-z #80smusic #80s #musician #artistSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/pop-the-history-makers-with-steve-blame/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 27, 2023 • 59min
Mark Wardel - ARTIST
Mark Wardel is a British artist and sculptor, who is best known for creating the iconic masks of David Bowie for the "David Bowie Is" exhibition at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London. He has also worked on other high-profile projects, including the London 2012 Olympic Games opening ceremony and installations for London Fashion Week.If you want to see the full interview and Mark's art then go to my YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5S9xw1B-ppDXVkAuvRRQtgThere you'll find many of the interviews - Please subscribe!Trademark's work primarily focuses on sculpture, prop-making, and special effects, often incorporating innovative techniques and materials. He has a unique ability to capture the likeness and spirit of his subjects, as demonstrated by his impressive David Bowie masks that were widely praised for their accuracy and attention to detail.In addition to his work in the art and entertainment industry, Trademark has also collaborated with various brands and organizations to create immersive experiences and installations that push creative boundaries.A talented and versatile artist, Mark has made significant contributions to the art world through his innovative sculptures, installations, and special effects creations.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/pop-the-history-makers-with-steve-blame/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 18, 2023 • 1h 1min
Papa Dee - He could have been Shaggy!
Back in 1989, when I was at MTV Europe, Papa Dee was labeled the next break-out artist from Sweden. After this DEEP DIVE interview look out for the UPDATE INTERVIEW.Papa Dee's early career was full of promise, from execs who were determined to make him the next big thing in Europe and the States. But although he didn’t reach the international career heights of Shaggy, whom Clive Davis saw him as still maintained a long and successful career in Sweden and the maturity to choose the music he wanted to do.This is a very human story. Born in Sweden to a Swedish mother and a Ghanaian father who left when he was very young, music became the compensation for his father’s departure. He’s had success, experienced the highs and lows of fame, and even been falsely accused of grave assault. Yet music, whether pop, dancehall, reggae, soul, or funk, has clearly been a motivator, and compensator, and provided a backbone to his life. #papadee #roburaz #titiyo #swedishmusic #rapper #toaster #reggae #kinks #deadendstreet Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/pop-the-history-makers-with-steve-blame/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 18, 2023 • 22min
Papa Dee Update - Dread End Street
Papa Dee's early career was full of promise, from execs who were determined to make him the next big thing in Europe and the States. But although he didn’t reach the international career heights of Shaggy, whom Clive Davis saw him as still maintained a long and successful career in Sweden and the maturity to choose the music he wanted to do.This is a very human story. Born in Sweden to a Swedish mother and a Ghanaian father who left when he was very young, music became the compensation for his father’s departure. He’s had success, experienced the highs and lows of fame, and even been falsely accused of grave assault. Yet music, whether pop, dancehall, reggae, soul, or funk, has clearly been a motivator, and compensator, and provided a backbone to his life. Back in 1989, when I was at MTV Europe, Papa Dee was labeled the next break-out artist from Sweden. He was a nice guy back then and has lost none of his charms today.#papadee #roburaz #titiyo #swedishmusic #rapper #toaster #reggae #kinks #deadendstreet Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/pop-the-history-makers-with-steve-blame/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 10, 2023 • 1h 1min
Anne Clark DEEP DIVE INTERVIEW
This is a DEEP DIVE interview with Anne Clark, a poet who delivers her poetry within a world of experimental music, and who remains one of the great pioneers in her field. Her first album The Sitting Room was released in 1982. This was followed by three albums, Changing Places (1983), Joined up Writing (1984), and Hopeless Cases (1987), where she was joined by David Harrow, author of the music and producer. The singles, Sleeper in Metropolis, and Our Darkness became staples of the 1980s, and remain two of the great tracks of that era. In this DEEP DIVE interview Anne talks about her early family life, and how those experiences have formed her, and her first album, The Sitting Room, and the success she had in the 80s with David Harrow's music on the next three albums that spawned Sleeper in Metropolis and Our Darkness. She also talks about some more recent aspects of her career, and although this interview is in-depth, we didn't have enough time to come fully up to date - but if you’re interested in her latest album BORDERLAND and the upcoming tour then watch out for the UPDATE INTERVIEW, also online. Connect with me on Instagram; steve.blameSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/pop-the-history-makers-with-steve-blame/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 10, 2023 • 28min
Anne Clark - UPDATE - BACK ON THE ROAD!
In this UPDATE INTERVIEW with ANNE CLARK, she talks about her latest album and her upcoming tour - for all the dates and to book tickets please go to Anne's website: https://www.anneclarkofficial.com/If you want to hear all about Anne's career and life then look out for the DEEP DIVE interview with Anne, a poet who delivers her poetry within a world of experimental music, and who remains one of the great pioneers in her field. Her first album The Sitting Room was released in 1982. This was followed by three albums, Changing Places (1983), Joined up Writing (1984), and Hopeless Cases (1987), where she was joined by David Harrow, author of the music and producer. The singles, Sleeper in Metropolis, and Our Darkness became staples of the 1980s, and remain two of the great tracks of that era. In this DEEP DIVE interview, Anne talks about her early family life, how those experiences have formed her, her first album, The Sitting Room, and the success she had in the 80s with David Harrow's music on the next three albums that spawned Sleeper in Metropolis and Our Darkness. She also talks about some more recent aspects of her career, and although this interview is in-depth, we didn't have enough time to come fully up to date - but if you’re interested in her latest album BORDERLAND and the upcoming tour then watch out for the UPDATE INTERVIEW, also online. Connect with me on Instagram; steve.blameSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/pop-the-history-makers-with-steve-blame/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
