22 Grand Pod

Former Babyshambles guitarist Patrick Walden discusses his time in the band and his battle with addiction. The podcast explores the early days of Babyshambles and their rise in the British music scene. They discuss their relationship with Drew, the role of the guitar, and performing at Glastonbury. They reflect on the challenges of being in a band, playing in different venues, and their regrets about recording albums. The podcast also includes funny stories and emphasizes the importance of moving forward.

With guest Alan McGee, an all-round music man, he discusses his experiences managing The Libertines and his views on streaming in the noughties scene. The podcast also touches on topics such as the challenges of the music industry, eccentric producers, missed opportunities, and surreal encounters with Tony Blair and Jimmy Savile.

In the second half of our conversation with Gary we take the chance to ask him about songwriting as well as his high points with the Cribs.----------------------------------Check out our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/22grandpodOff the back of the main pod, we are now creating Patreon only bonus content. For £3 a month you will get:The 00's Deep Dive: Taking a look back at the likes of the Stalking Pete Doherty documentary and going through them in painful detail. As well as going through NME Awards from back in the day and discussing what happened.My Favourite 00's Album: Inviting patrons and other guests to come on the podcast to talk about their favourite bands, albums or moments from back in the day.Legend or Landfill: We go through NME's top 10 albums of each year and see if we think they are indeed Legendary or for the Landfill.Fans Stories: Talking to people about their memories and opinions on all things 00's.Unsigned Stories: Chatting with bands that didn't quite 'make it' in terms of signing that elusive record deal.Patrons will also get early access to any main pod episodesAlso check the YouTube channel for extended video versions of the interviews and much more: https://bit.ly/3Ts7Wu1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gary joins us to discuss life in the Cribs and takes a look back at where it all started for them as a band back in Wakefield.----------------------------------22 Grand Pod LIVE with Jamie Reynolds and Conor McNicholas: https://shorturl.at/kSWgW Check out our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/22grandpodOff the back of the main pod, we are now creating Patreon only bonus content. For £3 a month you will get:The 00's Deep Dive: Taking a look back at the likes of the Stalking Pete Doherty documentary and going through them in painful detail. As well as going through NME Awards from back in the day and discussing what happened.My Favourite 00's Album: Inviting patrons and other guests to come on the podcast to talk about their favourite bands, albums or moments from back in the day.Legend or Landfill: We go through NME's top 10 albums of each year and see if we think they are indeed Legendary or for the Landfill.Fans Stories: Talking to people about their memories and opinions on all things 00's.Unsigned Stories: Chatting with bands that didn't quite 'make it' in terms of signing that elusive record deal.Patrons will also get early access to any main pod episodesAlso check the YouTube channel for extended video versions of the interviews and much more: https://bit.ly/3Ts7Wu1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Music journalist Mark Beaumont discusses the noughties scene and how music journalism has changed since the Britpop era. Topics include the cultural excitement of the 90s and early 2000s, the influence of American bands like The Strokes, rivalry between bands, the power of music magazine reviews, the impact of the internet on publishing, the decline and potential revival of guitar music, and wild experiences in the industry.

Kyle joins us to discuss life in the View, as well as his solo projects, and gives us his take on the food-fuelled-fued with Forward Russia..----------------------------------Check out our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/22grandpodOff the back of the main pod, we are now creating Patreon only bonus content. For £3 a month you will get:The 00's Deep Dive: Taking a look back at the likes of the Stalking Pete Doherty documentary and going through them in painful detail. As well as going through NME Awards from back in the day and discussing what happened.My Favourite 00's Album: Inviting patrons and other guests to come on the podcast to talk about their favourite bands, albums or moments from back in the day.Legend or Landfill: We go through NME's top 10 albums of each year and see if we think they are indeed Legendary or for the Landfill.Fans Stories: Talking to people about their memories and opinions on all things 00's.Unsigned Stories: Chatting with bands that didn't quite 'make it' in terms of signing that elusive record deal.Patrons will also get early access to any main pod episodesAlso check the YouTube channel for extended video versions of the interviews and much more: https://bit.ly/3Ts7Wu1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Frontman turned mastering engineer, Tom Woodhead, joins us to discuss his time in ¡Forward, Russia! including an interesting encounter with the View..----------------------------------Check out our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/22grandpodOff the back of the main pod, we are now creating Patreon only bonus content. For £3 a month you will get:Early access to any main pod episodes.The 00's Deep Dive: Taking a look back at the likes of the Stalking Pete Doherty documentary and going through them in painful detail. As well as going through NME Awards from back in the day and discussing what happened.My Favourite 00's Album: Inviting patrons to come on the podcast to talk about their favourite bands, albums or moments from back in the day.Legend or Landfill: We go through NME's top 10 albums of each year and see if we think they are indeed Legendary or for the Landfill.& more!Also check the YouTube channel for extended video versions of the interviews and much more: https://bit.ly/3Ts7Wu1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ross joins us to discuss life in the Futureheads as well as taking a look at how things have changed for guitar bands.----------------------------------Check out our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/22grandpodOff the back of the main pod, we are now creating Patreon only bonus content. For £3 a month you will get:The 00's Deep Dive: Taking a look back at the likes of the Stalking Pete Doherty documentary and going through them in painful detail. As well as going through NME Awards from back in the day and discussing what happened.My Favourite 00's Album: Inviting patrons and other guests to come on the podcast to talk about their favourite bands, albums or moments from back in the day.Legend or Landfill: We go through NME's top 10 albums of each year and see if we think they are indeed Legendary or for the Landfill.Fans Stories: Talking to people about their memories and opinions on all things 00's.Unsigned Stories: Chatting with bands that didn't quite 'make it' in terms of signing that elusive record deal.Patrons will also get early access to any main pod episodesAlso check the YouTube channel for extended video versions of the interviews and much more: https://bit.ly/3Ts7Wu1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tom from the Paddingtons rejoins me on the podcast to catch up with his old mate from back in the day - Dominic Masters of the Others.----------------------------------Check out our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/22grandpodOff the back of the main pod, we are now creating Patreon only bonus content. For £3 a month you will get:The 00's Deep Dive: Taking a look back at the likes of the Stalking Pete Doherty documentary and going through them in painful detail. As well as going through NME Awards from back in the day and discussing what happened.My Favourite 00's Album: Inviting patrons and other guests to come on the podcast to talk about their favourite bands, albums or moments from back in the day.Legend or Landfill: We go through NME's top 10 albums of each year and see if we think they are indeed Legendary or for the Landfill.Fans Stories: Talking to people about their memories and opinions on all things 00's.Unsigned Stories: Chatting with bands that didn't quite 'make it' in terms of signing that elusive record deal.Patrons will also get early access to any main pod episodesAlso check the YouTube channel for extended video versions of the interviews and much more: https://bit.ly/3Ts7Wu1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dan talks to us about everything from playing in American High Schools to asking Dot Cotton for his ball back at Glastonbury.----------------------------------Check out our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/22grandpodOff the back of the main pod, we are now creating Patreon only bonus content. For £3 a month you will get:The 00's Deep Dive: Taking a look back at the likes of the Stalking Pete Doherty documentary and going through them in painful detail. As well as going through NME Awards from back in the day and discussing what happened.My Favourite 00's Album: Inviting patrons and other guests to come on the podcast to talk about their favourite bands, albums or moments from back in the day.Legend or Landfill: We go through NME's top 10 albums of each year and see if we think they are indeed Legendary or for the Landfill.Fans Stories: Talking to people about their memories and opinions on all things 00's.Unsigned Stories: Chatting with bands that didn't quite 'make it' in terms of signing that elusive record deal.Patrons will also get early access to any main pod episodesAlso check the YouTube channel for extended video versions of the interviews and much more: https://bit.ly/3Ts7Wu1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.