NO ENCORE

Dave Hanratty and David Higgins convene once again for the film thing, this time casting a critical eye over the good and the bad that hit cinema screens in 2019.Two men. 15 categories. A lengthy preamble. Happy Christmas, one and all. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is the end, my friend. The end of 2019. Time to sit down for about two-and-a-half hours and break down the very best albums of the year.Dave, Craig and Daithí do just that as they pull the shutters down on NO ENCORE following a busy 12 months. Thanks to all of our listeners for giving us your ears. Much love. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oh yes, Listmas is officially here.First - a huge thank you to everyone who listened to us this year. The show is taking a break, but don't let that stop you telling your friends about how much you love it. We do appreciate it. Much love.Second - this episode didn't quite turn out as we had planned but we sincerely hope it's to your liking in spite of that. Stay tuned for an epic albums countdown, but first, presenting the NO ENCORE Top 20 Songs of 2019... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dave, David and the returning Norma Howard take on gloomy iconic animation The Nightmare Before Christmas as the festive season kicks in.ACT ONE: A bumper 'what we've been watching' round-up including both fair and nefarious adventures and why the biggest twist in Knives Out is that it sucks.ACT TWO: The Nightmare Before Christmas.ACT THREE: What's this? A quiz! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Boom, boom, boom - Dave and Daithí convene in Daithí HQ where things wound up sounding a wee bit big like when you select that beloved "concert" EQ on your favourite music-listening device. So yeah, enjoy that.Also enjoy an interview with Maija Sofia, a round-up of gig reviews, thoughts on the new Coldplay album and an important show-related announcement...ACT ONE: Dave went to Sigrid, Daithí went to Girl Band and Tandem Felix. ACT TWO: The problematic music industry strikes again, Billie Eilish does the Vanity Fair thing, The Chainsmokers are terrible and oh cool, they're making a Michael Jackson movie. It's the news.ACT THREE: Coldplay just want to give us all a hug. How does their Everyday Life measure up?ACT FOUR: It's been a terrific year for Irish music and Bath Time, the debut album from Maija Sofia, is one of the reasons why. She chats to Dave and Craig on how it all came together.ACT FIVE: Songs of the Week with The Weeknd, Cornershop and JFDR.EXIT MUSIC: MuRli - 'Naufrage' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In a very special impromptu episode, Dave and Daithí celebrate completing the most divisive video game experience of the year - Death Stranding.Please enjoy 70 minutes of spoiler-filled discussion on Hideo Kojima's artful approach to the exciting world of post-apocalyptic package delivery... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's the perfect winter movie as David Hanratty, David Higgins and David Tapley of Tandem Felix fame come together to discuss sharp folk fable Inside Llewyn Davis.The boys break down the Coen Brothers adventure, talking Oscar Isaac's folky credentials, the good and bad of Marcus Mumford's tonal influence and whether or not this is an accurate depiction of the era... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

NO ENCORE returns as Dave and Craig just accept that Daithí is never coming back and get on with their lives. On the music bill this week; news, songs and a lengthy chat with Richie Egan aka Jape. Enjoy...ACT ONE: A brief preamble in which Craig recaps his visit to the Mountain Goats.ACT TWO: News with Motley Crüe's reformation, Coldplay's environmental concerns and further Kanye trolling.ACT THREE: Jape just released an album by the name of Sentinel. It's great. He and Dave have a nice fireside chat about it and lots of other things, too. ACT FOUR: Songs of the Week with Modest Mouse, Grimes and Lewis Capaldi. EXIT MUSIC: Delush ft. Tolü Makay - 'The Greatest Gift' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Daithí out, Craig in. It's the podcast.This week, the guys review the new FKA Twigs album, marvel over majestic model railways, cancel a tenor and learn about stag party etiquette.ACT ONE: Dave gets to grips with Death Stranding as Craig engages in some good old-fashioned debauchery.ACT TWO: News featuring proud Rod Stewart, shamed Drake, questionable Andrea Bocelli and more.ACT THREE: Songs of the Week with Billie Eilish, Pet Shop Boys and the union of Glass Animals and Denzel Curry.ACT FOUR: FKA Twigs returns with her first album in five years. It's emotional.EXIT MUSIC: Villagers - 'Did You Know?'  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Craig out, Daithí in, and a terrific guest interview to boot - it's NO ENCORE #191~!Mango X MathMan talk their new album which is out RIGHT NOW, Dave indulges himself with a post Danny-From-The-Script breakdown, Daithí recalls his recent gig run, and the boys review the brand new Jape record...ACT ONE: Daithí went to Other Voices in Wales, Dave stayed home and chatted to an extremely divisive pop star who just wants to save the world.ACT TWO: News! ACT THREE: Songs of the Week featuring Miguel, Dua Lipa, and the long-awaited return of La Roux.ACT FOUR: Mango X MathMan have finally unleashed Casual Work. They take us behind the album.ACT FIVE: Jape's sixth record Sentinel is a highly personal dreamscape of a thing. But is it any good, yeah? EXIT MUSIC: Æ MAK - 'Intro; Release Yourself'  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.