ABBA authority Carl Magnus Palm was featured on a DEEP DIVE interview just before Xmas where we talked about his book ABBA at 50. This is an update of that interview with information about his forthcoming new book on ABBA - On the Record - Packaged - Promoted -Reviewed. For ABBA aficionados, Carl Magnus Palm leaves no stone unturned in his quest to discover everything there is about ABBA. If you are interested in pre-ordering this book, then go to: http://www.abbatalk.com/abbaonrecord/ If you want to hear more about ABBA - then listen to the Deep Dive interview. Carl Magnus Palm's first book on ABBA was in 1994. His eighth book is titled ABBA at 50, which is a fascinating read, and takes us through the whole ABBA story from the beginnings of each of the members, and takes the date for the band's formation as ABBA as 1972. His insights into one of the world’s best-selling bands, whose music is still universally enjoyed, are fascinating. The relationships, the personal backgrounds, the roles adopted within the band, the fallout, breakups, the comeback, and of course, their music including the current continuing success through musicals, films, and their digital avatar concert. Even if you don’t like ABBA’s music, this interview provides a fascinating insight recounted with affection into the extraordinary lives of Benny, Björn, Anni-Frid (Frida), and Agnetha. Follow Carl Magnus Palm on Instagram and Twitter.: @carlmagnuspalm Connect with me on Instagram; steve.blame And thanks to POP; The History Makers insanely wonderful talent booker: #ArchieCMichael Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/pop-the-history-makers-with-steve-blame/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

ABBA at 50 by Carl Magnus Palm. There probably isn't a better authority on ABBA than author and historian Carl Magnus Palm. His first book on ABBA was in 1994, and his eighth book is titled ABBA at 50, which is available now. ABBA at 50 is a fascinating read, and takes us through the whole ABBA story from the beginnings of each of the members, and takes the date for the band's formation as ABBA as 1972. His insights into one of the world’s best-selling bands, whose music is still universally enjoyed, are fascinating. The relationships, the personal backgrounds, the roles adopted within the band, the fallout, breakups, the comeback, and of course, their music including the current continuing success through musicals, films, and their digital avatar concert. This interview provides a fascinating insight into ABBA recounted with affection into the extraordinary lives of Benny, Björn, Anni-Frid (Frida), and Agnetha. To buy the book copy and paste this link: bit.ly/3CDt2zi Follow Carl Magnus Palm on Instagram and Twitter.: @carlmagnuspalm Connect with me on Instagram; steve.blame And thanks to POP; The History Makers insanely wonderful talent booker: #ArchieCMichael Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/pop-the-history-makers-with-steve-blame/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Joan Baez: The Last Leaf - written by Elizabeth Thomson, provides a picture of an artist who became a voice for social change. And although she officially retired in 2021, a new documentary, I Am A Noise, which premiered recently at the Berlin Film Festival, and a book of upside-down drawings, Am I Pretty When I Fly? available in books shops, Joan Baez is once again garnering public acclaim. In the Deep Dive interview which you can watch or hear through the link in the profile, Elizabeth explains how Joan Baez’s Quaker origins were to lead her into the fight for political and social justice, her friendship with Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. which resulted in her being on the podium at the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom in August 1963, her musical success at just 19 years of age, and how she helped launch Bob Dylan’s career. It’s a loving biography of a woman who supported the downtrodden and disenfranchised and was clearly one of the most influential artists in the life of author Elizabeth Thomson, who had the honour of interviewing or just conversing with Baez herself over a period of four decades. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/pop-the-history-makers-with-steve-blame/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Alanas Chosnau is Lithuania's most famous singer. He's recently released an album of great electro-pop with Mark Reeder (listen to his podcast too - great cold war story). And he has lived ten lives in his one life. His story reads like a Netflix movie. Born of a Lithuanian mother and Iraqi/Kurdish father, Alanas spent the first 8 years of his life in Baghdad in the late 70s. His mother died in his arms when he was 8 years old in a hospital in Cologne, and his father was back in Baghdad with his sister. He moved to Lithuania and was brought up by his grandparents. He was an outsider at first, speaking only Arabic at first. Many years later, after being inspired by banned western music, he started a musical career. Success came when Lithuania split from the Soviet Union. Then as his fame rose, and his musical career took out tragedy stuck - a car crash that left him in hospital for over a year. Alanas returned to his band, and to greater success, eventually going solo and achieving ever greater fame and fortune. A stroke of luck came at a film festival, a chance meeting with electro-producer Mark Reeder, and they started working together. Now on their second album - Life Everywhere -, Alanas sings in English - to Mark's music, a spectacular combination that has become one of my favorite albums. This is Alanas' story - moving, emotional, and yet hopeful. We could have talked for many more hours because there was so much to talk about. I hope you enjoy this Deep Dive interview as much as I did! Check out his and Mark Reeder's album Life Everywhere. Connect to me on Instagram: steve.blame Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/pop-the-history-makers-with-steve-blame/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today on both the podcast and the YouTube channel an UPDATE interview with legendary rocker Suzi Quatro. She's back on TOUR - go to her website for those dates. http://www.suziquatro.com/⁠ In the UPDATE interview, Suzi talks about covering ABBA's 'Does Your Mother Know' during her live performances in Australia. This track was included as part of the extra songs on a double CD compilation released in May 2022 - Back to the Drive/In the Spotlight.⁠ She also talks about rehearsing for live shows in her living room. If you prefer a more in-depth interview just type in Suzi Quatro in the search facility and listen to the DEEP DIVE interview. Suzi Quatro's self-titled album was released in 1973. Since then, she has sold 55 million records worldwide. Her singles, 'Can the Can', and 'Devil's Gate Drive' were among her massive hits in Britain, Europe, and Australia. It was almost 50 years ago that this solo rocker broke through the glass ceiling and opened the door for other female rockers. Tina Weymouth (Talking Heads and Tom Tom Club), Joan Jett, and Chrissie Hynde (Pretenders) all cite Suzi as an essential influence. She's still making albums today, her latest 'The Devil in Me' was released in 2021, and she continues to tour.⁠ ⁠In the DEEP DIVE interview, she talks about her early days, and the first major influence in her life - Elvis Presley, and how she realized through him that rock n' roll was her calling. The bands she had with her sisters, how she was discovered by Mickie Most, the Xmas she received a tape from her family that was anything but complimentary, and the string of hits - and much more!⁠ Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/pop-the-history-makers-with-steve-blame/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Sleaford Mods - political post-punk poetry underlined by stark electronic beats. ⁠Nottingham duo, Jason Williamson and Andrew Fearn, who broke through ten years ago with their political protest poems and minimal electronic beats about Austerity Britain, are back with a new album 'UK GRIM'. ⁠ In this wide-ranging interview, they both talk about their early years, their political message, and how they work together. ⁠If you'd prefer to watch the interview, then go to my YouTube channel - youtube@popthehistorymakers Or copy and paste this link https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5S9xw1B-ppDXVkAuvRRQtg ⁠And make sure you subscribe.! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/pop-the-history-makers-with-steve-blame/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

BISHI, born Bishi Bhattacharya, is a British singer-songwriter, producer, multi-instrumentalist, multimedia performer, producer, and composer - simply put a polymath. She was even a DJ having come through the London underground club scene. The daughter of Bengali parents, BISHI's latest album, is Let My Country Awake, a title inspired by and using a poem of Rabindranath Tagore - another polymath and the cultural father of modern Bengal - in fact, her mother, Susmita is an acclaimed classical Indian singer, and also an expert in the music of Tagore. For those who haven't heard of BISHI yet, this interview will definitely inspire your interest to hear her music. The photo is (c) Zusanna Butkiewitzicz Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/pop-the-history-makers-with-steve-blame/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Marcus Vere's own story is intriguing, He might call it luck, or he may say it’s the right place right time. Still, in the end, it’s also the story of a combination of undeniable talent and extraordinary songwriting that led to a string of successful hits for Living in a Box.⁠ So how did the track „Living in a Box“ come about? Is it true it started out as a radio jingle? And why put the word ‚cardboard‘ in a song? ⁠That you can find out in the DEEP DIVE interview.⁠ The UPDATE interview includes some amazing footage from the Rehearsal Sessions the band, with their new singer, Bryan Chambers, has been doing.⁠ Connect to me on Instagram: steve.blame Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/pop-the-history-makers-with-steve-blame/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Both the DEEP DIVE and this UPDATE interview with Marcus Vere from the band Living in a Box are available on the platform.⁠ ⁠Both interviews can be heard or seen through the profile link. ⁠ ⁠In this UPDATE episode, Marcus talks about the latest news including working with their new vocalist Bryan Chambers and rehearsing in the studio. In the DEEP DIVE interview which is also now available, Marcus relates his story, which is intriguing, He might call it luck, or he may say it’s the right place right time. Still, in the end, it’s also the story of a combination of undeniable talent and extraordinary songwriting that led to a string of successful hits for Living in a Box.⁠ Follow me on Instagram: steve.blame Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/pop-the-history-makers-with-steve-blame/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

With his celebration of one of the most influential bands of the 60s and 70s, journalist and musician Mike Evans has managed to bring together the story of the band, whose tumultuous history is as pioneering as their live performances, in his book - The Who - MUCH TOO MUCH. This DEEP DIVE interview with author Mike Evans relates the story of The Who and explores their legacy. They were pioneers, and their attitude and aggressiveness of their performance was a prequel to Punk. Pop art inspired, their mod look was revolutionary then, as were Pete Townshend's ambitious operatic ventures with Tommy and Quadrophenia. The original line-up of vocalist Roger Daltrey, guitarist Pete Townshend, bassist John Entwistle, and drummer Keith Moon became known for their legendary, equipment-smashing performances. When Moon died on the 6th of September 1978, Townshend wanted the band to continue, and Keeny Jones joined the band over the following years. In 1983 they split but appeared together occasionally - e.g. for Live Aid, and a tour of Quadrophenia in 1996. In 1999 a full reunion started with Zak Starkey, Ringo Starr's son as their drummer. Since Entwistle's death in 2002, Daltrey and Townshend remain the only original band members. This highly recommended book is available now! Follow me on Instagram - steve.blame Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/pop-the-history-makers-with-steve-blame/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Following the fascinating one-hour interview with Man Parrish last year, this is the 20-minute update interview about his new album Sunset on Mars, which contains a cover of the David Bowie classic Space Oddity. With hits like Hip Hop, Bee Bop (Don't Stop), and Boogie Down (Bronx), Man Parrish's stripped-down early hip-hop/electro music proved influential. Later, his single Male Stripper with Man 2 Man was to be his biggest hit.⁠ He's continued to release music over the years, lately teaming up with vocalist Steven Jones whom he worked with on his album, The Art of Pop. In this interview, Man Parrish talks about Sunset on Mars, covering Bowie, and the story of when he met Bowie in the 1980s. If this whets your appetite for more - take a listen to the full-length Man Parrish interview online now. Connect with me on Instagram; steve.blame For more on Man Parrish - https://www.manparrish.com/main/ Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/pop-the-history-makers-with-steve-blame/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Warning; This episode has very explicit language. With hits like Hip Hop, Be Bop (Don't Stop), and Boogie Down (Bronx), Man Parrish's stripped-down early hip-hop/electro music was to prove influential, and his single Male Stripper with Man 2 Man was to be his biggest hit.⁠ His childhood was far from easy. He suffered parental abuse, & sexual abuse. He left home at 13. He was 14 when he first went to Studio 54, lying about his age to get in. He was among the most creative people of that era. Andy Warhol named him. He was friends with the Club Kids leader, Michael Alig, who later spent 15 years in jail for murder. He was ripped off by one manager and earned nothing. Man Parrish's life is not for the faint-hearted. He's forthright, he doesn't hold back and this is the wildest ride of an interview I have ever experienced. ⁠In many ways, this interview is a fast ride through the 1980s. Don't forget to listen to the UPDATE interview on Man Parrish Connect with me on Instagram; steve.blame For more on Man Parrish - https://www.manparrish.com/main/ And thanks to POP; The History Makers' insanely wonderful talent booker: #ArchieCMichael Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/pop-the-history-makers-with-steve-blame/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Spandau Ballet's 'True', Imagination's 'Body Talk', Bananarama's 'Cruel Summer', are just some of the albums (and also the singles) that Tony Swain, one-half of the production duo Jolley and Swain produced during the early to mid-1980s. In the mid-1970s, Tony's career started as a camera operator on The Muppets where he witnessed many star performances, maybe the strangest one, the Bowie-Bing Crosby duet 'Little Drummer Boy'. But it was in 1981 that his production skills were first feted after producing Imagination's 'Body Talk', an album so new and fresh, that Frankie Knuckles cited one track - Burnin' Up as an influence on House Music. Even Madonna, whose career was about to make it through the wilderness, called him up, desperate to work with him. But Tony's schedule didn't fit with hers. Instead, he, along with Steve Jolley went on to produce the first two albums with Imagination, and work with Spandau Ballet, Bananarama, and Alison Moyet. Tony's story is of a man who has remained fascinated by technology, and its uses in creating new and inventive sounds. One of the reasons he believes is why the 80s remain attractive to music lovers today. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/pop-the-history-makers-with-steve-blame/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Nearly 18 months after the Deep Dive interview of 2021, I caught up with Sam Brown again for a short and sweet UPDATE chat to fill us in on what has happened since. Last time, we learned about the loss in her life, of her mother who died at the height of her fame, and in recent years of her voice, a devastating loss for a singer. But Sam has returned to recording and released a new album - Number 8, taking her talents into a whole new direction. Make sure you listen to the Deep Dive interview - it's definitely one of my favorites. The interviews are also available on my YouTube channel. YouTube@popthehistorymakers Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/pop-the-history-makers-with-steve-blame/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

With the release of a new album - Number 8, Sam Brown has recorded an album of electronic music, something that seemed impossible when she lost her voice a few years ago. In this interview, recorded when Sam was starting to record, she talked about her life, how she was brought up around music - and not a fan or her father's tastes, instead her mother's. Her first album and single Stop! brought her to the attention of fans all over Europe, but Sam was never comfortable with many aspects of fame, and as her sales faded she gained something far more important - the will to be a true artist. In this Deep Dive interview, she talks about the loss of her mother and how that affected her, and also the loss of her voice. If you want to know about the new album then listen to the short UPDATE interview also now online. But this talk is well worth a listen, it's enlightening, positive, and uplifting. It is one of my favorite interviews I have had the opportunity of conduction in my life. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/pop-the-history-makers-with-steve-blame/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Lanah P is new on the podcast this week. A pioneering LGBTQ Person of Colour, Lanah was born in Grimsby, an English fishing port. Often derided in earlier times with the words - It's grim in Grimsby, it clearly was for Lanah, who left at 17 for Manchester. There, Lanah became a drag artist, performed at the notoriously tough working men's clubs of the era, and quickly learned the art of putting down the hecklers. Lanah's time in Manchester led to a friendship with Mark E. Smith of The Fall and ended up supporting the band on tour. It was one of many directions Lanah's career was to take. Lanah came to my attention during the 1980s, through Leigh Bowery, and a pop single, Pistol in my Pocket. Produced by Pete Waterman the single became a hit on the Australian charts. Leigh dressed Lanah, and they became friends. In Britain, Lanah's probably best known for the Comic Strip Presents film Eat the Rich, a role that came about after meeting actor and writer Keith Allen, the father of pop star Lily Allen. There's more to Lanah's story, the stage, and film performances, but this hour gives an insight into the life of an LGBTQ pioneer who has led an uncompromising life through the bigotry and hate-filled 70s through to the more accepting days of today. Connect with me on Instagram - steve.blame Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/pop-the-history-makers-with-steve-blame/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

With David McAlmont's and Hifi Sean's album 'Happy Ending' just out, the time was ripe to interview one of the great vocalists of the current era. The track 'Yes' from David and Bernard Butler (then of Suede), became the anthem of the Britpop era, but David, who started out in the band Thieves, was never going to be reduced to such trite classification - his career has seen him develop and change, with his constant groundbreaking collaborations. - with David Arnold on 'Diamonds are Forever.' - with Michael Nyman on 'The Glare'. - and with Hifi Sean. David's story is one which is about the search for an identity, of feeling like an outsider and eventually having a sense of belonging. 'Happy Ending' from Hifi Sean and David McAlmont is released on Feb 3rd, 2023. And look out for the podcast with Hifi Sean. For all the latest on this podcast - connect with me on Instagram; steve.blame For more on David McAlmont - check out his Instagram: david.mcalmont For more on HiFi Sean check out his SoundCloud; https://soundcloud.com/hifi-sean And thanks to POP; The History Makers' insanely wonderful talent booker: #ArchieCMichael Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/pop-the-history-makers-with-steve-blame/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

John Aizlewood's - Radiohead: Life in a Glasshouse. ⁠ ⁠When “Creep” was released in the early ‘90s, Radiohead looked like becoming a one-hit-wonder band, but eventually evolved into trailblazers, unpredictable and uncompromising in their choice of musical direction, and with an unchanged line-up, each pushing their own musical boundaries.⁠ ⁠John tells Radiohead's story, as he says, a band that is proof that selling records need not mean selling out.⁠ This is a fascinating book. If you want to buy the book go here! https://amzn.to/3ufk9Yn ⁠ ⁠Connect with me on Instagram; steve.blame Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/pop-the-history-makers-with-steve-blame/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Chris Roberts's fascinating look at The Velvet Underground. ⁠More than 50 years after their inception, they are still influencing bands today, but what made Lou Reed, John Cale, Nico, Sterling Morrison, and Moe Tucker, such influential figures? What was it about their world, an alternative to the peace-and-love sixties, influenced by literature, drugs, sex, and decadence, which led them to create some of the most influential records ever?⁠ ⁠In his book, Chris Roberts relates the story with humor and respect for the band that changed music forever. He talks about the individual members and Andy Warhol, who managed them at first. Book available here; https://www.amazon.co.uk/Velvet-Underground-Chris-Roberts/dp/1786751135 Connect with me on Instagram; steve.blame And thanks to POP; The History Makers insanely wonderful talent booker: #ArchieCMichael Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/pop-the-history-makers-with-steve-blame/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Sex Pistols initiated punk in the U.K., but their music and influence are often overlooked. Journalist and author, Dave Simpson, puts it best when he says that they were no ordinary group. I Wanna Be Me is an extraordinary tale of no ordinary band. It's a definitive history of the Sex Pistols, looks somewhat like a fanzine, and contains over 150 photos. Their legacy is immense, as Dave will tell in this podcast, the stories of so many other artists and bands who were directly influenced by them - live, even they they 'couldn't play'. This is the story of the true Punk band, entertaining, shocking, and anarchic - it's almost more shocking to reflect on how they were treated by the establishment and media during the two years and a half years of the height of their fame. Buy the book here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Sex-Pistols-Wanna-Be-Me/dp/1786751240/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1EXQB8IETO48Q&keywords=dave+simpson+sex+pistols&qid=1669792253&sprefix=dave+simoson%2Caps%2C196&sr=8-1 Connect with me on Instagram; steve.blame And thanks to POP; The History Makers insanely wonderful talent booker: #ArchieCMichael Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/pop-the-history-makers-with-steve-blame/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy