The Northern Chorus Podcast

This week, we are joined by Manchester punk band, Loose Articles, ahead of their debut album, "Scream If You Wanna Go Faster", out June 7th via Alcopop! Records. We also discuss their huge support slot with Foo Fighters at Emirates Old Trafford, UK tour dates & plenty more!

In this episode, we delve into the Co-op Live Arena and the chaos surrounding their opening events in Manchester. We also discuss the Misogyny in Music Report which has been provided to the government. In the new music section, we talk Sean Dyche & Blossoms, Fontaines DC's Starburster, and plenty more!

This week, we discuss Blur's performance at Coachella where Damon Albarn wasn't impressed with the American crowd... We talk about the Grassroots Levy proposals for music venues. And we discuss new music, with particular focus on English Teacher & Wunderhorse...

This week is another special guest interview with noughties pop icon, Daniel Bedingfield. We discuss his comeback shows in Manchester, London & Birmingham, and the legacy of "Gotta Get Thru This". We also discuss his tech start-up to improve music distribution and plenty more!

We are wrapping up our festival previews with Part 2, including Kendal Calling, Y Not Festival, Truck Festival, Victorious, and TRNSMT! We also talk the best and worst of new music, including more viral videos...

In our second guest interview of the year, we had the pleasure of chatting to music icon and songwriting genius, Midge Ure. We discuss his upcoming UK Greatest Hits Tour, along with his work with Ultravox, Band Aid, Thin Lizzy, Rich Kids, and Visage. Midge also explains in detail about two of his biggest hits - "Vienna" and "Do They Know It's Christmas?"

We start the episode celebrating St. Patrick's Day and discussing the best in Irish music. We then move onto Part 1 of a 2 part special on 2024 festival lineups, where we review Glastonbury, Reading & Leeds, and the Isle of Wight Festival. As always, we end with some new music suggestions, and maybe one to avoid...

In this week's episode, we discuss the UMG v TikTok stand-off, what has caused it and will it be resolved? We also talk about what number 1 albums really mean in the modern industry, and discuss current chart-toppers Liam Gallagher and John Squire's visit to the Jonathan Ross Show. We discuss the relationship between sport and music following Manchester City's Oasis announcement and Mark Knopfler's reissue of "Going Home (Theme Of The Local Hero). And as always, there is more new music chat!

In this episode, we discuss Saturday's BRIT Awards, and wonder if are we out of touch? We talk all about the latest controversy surrounding The Last Dinner Party, including misquotes and their "favourite meals". We discuss some new album releases, including Yard Act, Nadine Shah, and Liam Gallagher / John Squire. And we delve into the news about the forthcoming Beatles' film releases, The Libertines comeback, and plenty more.

For our first interview episode of the new series, we are joined by John Robb. John is a founding member of post-punk band, The Membranes, and is a highly regarded author, music commentator, and journalist, owning the Louder Than War magazine and website. We discuss: - His new tour, "Do You Believe In the Power Of Rock And Roll". - His book, "The Art Of Darkness: The History Of Goth". - Interviewing Nirvana! - Coining the phrase "Britpop"... And plenty more!

New year, new series, new era! We are discussing the big topics in the world of music this week, such as: - The Last Dinner Party, and are they an industry plant? - Why are people camping out to see The 1975? - The return of Catfish and the Bottlemen - Soaring ticket prices.

The final episode from our March specials is with the one and only, Miles Kane. Former member of The Rascals and now The Last Shadow Puppets, along with his successful solo career of course, we discuss the latest album "Change the Show" in the lead up to its release.

The third of four special episodes this month sees us re-visiting last year's interview with Roy Stride of Scouting For Girls. We talk Neighbourhood Weekender, the history of the band, songwriting for One Direction and plenty more!

The 2nd of our March special episodes sees us revisit our interview with broadcaster, writer, and former politician, Gyles Brandreth. We discuss Gyles' "Break a Leg" tour ahead of his Crewe Lyceum show in 2021. He shares plenty of anecdotes, including one about Dame Judi Dench!

In the first of four special episodes, we delve into the archives to release our interview with Heather Baron-Gracie from Pale Waves, recorded in October 2021 in the build up to their Victoria Warehouse show and third album release.

The final episode of 2022 is with talented up and coming singer-songwriter, Rianne Downey. We discuss new single 'Home', moving from Scotland to Liverpool, the forthcoming EP, and plenty more! Link to Rianne's tickets & music: https://linktr.ee/riannedowney

We are joined this week by a very special guest in Clint Boon from the Inspiral Carpets. We discuss the reunion tour, Neighbourhood Weekender, Noel & Liam Gallagher & plenty more! Find Northern Chorus here: http://www.northernchorus.co.uk/ http://www.twitter.com/NorthernChorus_ http://www.instagram.com/NorthernChorus http://www.facebook.com/NorthernChorusUK

We are joined this week by Thom Rylance from the Lottery Winners. We discuss his recent injury on stage, growing up in Leigh, and selling out Manchester Albert Hall. He also shares anecdotes about Boy George, Rick Astley, Frank Turner and more, as well as discussing their slot at next year's Neighbourhood Weekender - 27th & 28th May 2023 in Victoria Park, Warrington. Tickets here: https://nbhdweekender.com/

In this bonus episode, we talk to comedian and actor, Omid Djalili, about his upcoming show at the Victoria Theatre in Halifax. We discuss the current situation in Iran, the World Cup, cancel culture and plenty more. Head to https://www.northernchorus.co.uk/ for ticket information and more.

We're finally back with a new episode, and it's worth the wait. Jonny Yerrell from The Reytons joins us this week to talk Sheffield Arena, UK tour, and the brand new album, "What's Rock and Roll?". We also discuss the live shows, the band's loyal fans and so much more!