On this episode of The Paul Weller Fan Podcast, we hear the incredible story of Reaction – a Mod-influenced band from Burton-on-Trent, formed in November 1980 by Bruno Gallone. It was a real delight to hear Bruno’s incredible story from creating the band before he could even play an instrument to their first gig aContinue reading “Episode 165: Bruno Gallone on his Mod band, Reaction, supporting The Jam and more…”
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Episode 159: Bob Manton & Jeff Shadbolt – The Purple Hearts
On this episode of The Paul Weller Fan Podcast, I chat with Bob Manton and ‘Just Jeff’ Shadbolt from The Purple Hearts. Formed in 1978, they were a mod-influenced band that blended elements of post-punk, new wave, and mod revival, creating a distinct and energetic sound that resonated with a wide audience beyond the confinesContinue reading “Episode 159: Bob Manton & Jeff Shadbolt – The Purple Hearts”
Episode 146: Paul ‘Smiler’ Anderson – MOD Author & DJ – Recorded Live at The Water Rats, London
Mod Author and DJ, Paul ‘Smiler’ Anderson shares stories from The Jam to now.
Kicking off with how it was The Jam that ignited a lifelong passion for all things Mod.
Episode 79: Eddie Piller on The Jam, Paul Weller, Mod and more…
Music industry legend Eddie Piller is the Founder and MD of Acid Jazz Records and also a Radio Presenter, Writer, DJ, Podcaster, Producer, Manager and Festival Curator.