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Episode 66: David Lines – ‘The Modfather’ Author

In this episode, Dan chats to David Lines – author of the fabulous book – The Modfather – My Life with Paul Weller – what you’ll hear is heaps of passion and brilliant stories for a man who has loved it all – The Jam, The Style Council and the Solo Paul Weller…

Episode 64: Seckou Keita – Musician, Kora Master, Griot, Pioneer…

Seckou Keita is a world-class musician, griot (praise singer), composer, djembe master, virtuoso and pioneer –  he’s a rarity, seated in tradition whilst constantly pushing the boundaries of his art.

Episode 60: Declan O’Rourke – Singer-Songwriter + Storyteller talks connections with Paul Weller

Declan O’Rourke has been a favourite of mine since hearing a recommendation from Paul Weller for the song Galileo (Someone Like You) and the outstanding debut album, Since Kyabram back in 2004.

Episode 57: Hannah Peel – Composer, Producer, Synth & Sound lover

Composer, artist, musician, arranger, producer, late night broadcaster and synth-pop pioneer – there would appear to be no end to Hannah Peel’s talent. I’ve even seen her described as ‘The Queen of headphone dreamscapes’ which I love!

Episode 55: Sam Brown – Singer / Songwriter / Musician / Composer / Ukelele Club

Musician and Singer-Songwriter Sam Brown is another of the very special guests that have joined me on the The Paul Weller Fan Podcast so far. I’ve been a huge fan for over 30 years – since buying that smash hit single Stop on 7″ single from my local chemists (Lord knows why they sold singles in Laindon in the late 80s) – along with all the singles an albums since; so the fact that Sam had connections to Paul Weller with recorded and live music was a wonderful bonus and meant that I could invite one of my favourite singers for a lovely interview back in the Summer of 2021.

Episode 53: Steve Brookes – Co-Founder of The Jam

It was another very special moment when in August 2021, I was joined on the Paul Weller Fan Podcast by Steve Brookes – co-founder of The Jam with his childhood best mate Paul Weller. AMAZING! and what a lovely guest he was too – so warm, friendly, funny, open and honest. We talked about thoseContinue reading “Episode 53: Steve Brookes – Co-Founder of The Jam”

Episode 41: Martyn Goddard – Photographer – Jam Sessions

On this episode of The Paul Weller Fan Podcast, Photographer Martyn Goddard takes us through his Jam archives. For avid consumers of Jam vinyl in the late seventies and early eighties, Martyn Goddard’s photographs need little introduction. His images appear on the cover of their first album, In The City, and their fifth, Sound Affects. HisContinue reading “Episode 41: Martyn Goddard – Photographer – Jam Sessions”

Episode 38: Matt Deighton – Overshadowed / Mother Earth / Paul Weller Band / Family Silver / Monks Road Social…

What an amazing guest Matt Deighton was on the Paul Weller Fan Podcast back in May 2021.
Matt’s story is a fascinating one – and I highly recommend watching his OVERSHADOWED documentary on Sky Arts or getting a copy of the DVD – you’ll be blown away by the music and magic.

Episode 19:  Hilary Seabrook – Honorary Councillor (The Style Council)

7 Podcasts – 7 Days – 7 Honorary Councillors! From Monday 15th – Sunday 21st March 2021, The Paul Weller Fan Podcast hosted a week long celebration of The Style Council… kicking off with musician, Hilary Seabrook… These days, she’s a creative working with words – online, in print and on air – but inContinue reading “Episode 19:  Hilary Seabrook – Honorary Councillor (The Style Council)”

Episode 18: Alan McGee – Music Mogul, Creation Records…

On this episode of The Paul Weller Fan Podcast, first broadcast on 9th March 2021, we dive into the heart of British music with legendary music mogul and label boss Alan McGee. This is the man behind some of the biggest acts in indie rock… Oasis, Primal Scream, My Bloody Valentine, Happy Mondays and soContinue reading “Episode 18: Alan McGee – Music Mogul, Creation Records…”

Episode 16: Dennis Munday – on The Jam, The Style Council & life at Polydor…

On this episode of The Paul Weller Fan Podcast, first broadcast in February 2021, we hear from a man who played a pivotal role in The Jam’s career – Record Industry Executive, Dennis Munday. Dennis served as the A&R man at Polydor from the 1970s to the mid-1980s, and personally guided The Jam through thatContinue reading “Episode 16: Dennis Munday – on The Jam, The Style Council & life at Polydor…”

Episode 14: Trevor Neal – Comedy Legend and a massive Paul Weller Fan…

BAFTA winning writer & comedian, Trevor Neal is best known as one half of British comedy duo, Trevor and Simon – rocking our Saturday Morning TV worlds for a decade on Going Live! (1987-1993), and Live and Kicking (1993-1997). Trevor is a massive Paul Weller fan – from discovering punk as a teenager and aContinue reading “Episode 14: Trevor Neal – Comedy Legend and a massive Paul Weller Fan…”