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C86 Show - Indie Pop

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Indie Pop
Punk Rock
David Bowie
The Beatles
John Peel
Indie Music
Punk
Punk Music
Music Industry
New York City
Glam Rock
Indie Music Scene
London
The Smiths
New York
Nirvana
The Waveney Clarion
Glastonbury
80s Music Scene
Electronic Music

Channelling the spirit of Indie Pop!

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Dave Jackson in conversation with David Eastaugh

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The Room are a new wave band from Liverpool formed in late 1979. They released three albums and sev... more

Brian Protheroe in conversation with David Eastaugh

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English singer, songwriter, narrator and actor. He is best known for his first single, "Pinball", released in August 1974, which entered the UK Singles Chart a... more

Tim Quirk in conversation with David Eastaugh

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Wonderlick is a Los Angeles–based indie rock band established in 2001 by Too Much Joy members Tim Quirk and Jay Blumenfield.

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Tom Bailey in conversation with David Eastaugh

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Thompson Twins were an English pop band, formed in 1977 in Sheffield. Initially a new wave group, they switched to a more mainstream pop sound and achieved consider... more

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Recent Guests

Jérôme Soligny
Musician and author
Author of David Bowie Music Lover
Episode: Jérôme Soligny - David Bowie: Music Lover
Frank Sweeney
Musician known for The Ringing, The June Brides, and Magic City Trio
Indie pop musician
Episode: Frank Sweeney - The June Brides, The Magic City Trio, Revolving Paint Dream
Nicholas Freeman
Director, film maker
The Last Guest of the Holloway Motel
Episode: Nicholas Freeman & Ramiel Petros - The Last Guest of the Holloway Motel
Ramiel Petros
Director, film maker
The Last Guest of the Holloway Motel
Episode: Nicholas Freeman & Ramiel Petros - The Last Guest of the Holloway Motel
Bruce Watson
Founder of Big Country and musician
Big Country Redux
Episode: Bruce Watson - Big Country
Alfie Agnew
Musician, member of Professor and the Madman; former DI/Adolescents member
Professor and the Madman / DI / Adolescents
Episode: Alfie Agnew - Professor and the Madman, Adolescents & D.I.
Robert Wringham
Writer and presenter; subject of Melt It!
Self-employed / Writer
Episode: Robert Wringham - Melt It! The Film of the Iceman
Stephen Lawrie
Main man of The Telescopes, musician
The Telescopes
Episode: Stephen Lawrie - The Telescopes
Paul Leary
Guitarist and founder of The Butthole Surfers
The Butthole Surfers
Episode: Paul Leary - Butthole Surfers

Host

David Eastaugh
Host with a long-running focus on indie/pop history and culture; conducts in-depth interviews with musicians, writers, and filmmakers.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 131 ratings
  • Gene

    Loved this interview with Matt, well done David.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lastparty
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Great guests, interviewer not so much…

    The guest are always great, love hearing them talk. But the interviewer just seems to have the same 6 questions, every interview, and about the same 8 cultural touchpoints over and over again - which is even worse when they’re completely culturally irrelevant to the guest. Too much of the time it comes across as though he hasn’t done his research or homework, which is a huge missed opportunity. Great guest list though…

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    2
    Mog Moogle
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Batty

    Great interview, can’t wait to read the book

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lastparty
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • One of my faves

    Listening from Australia. Awesome variety of music guests interviewed warmly & enthusiastically. Particularly enjoy the British musicians, acts, producers & stories from or covering the 80s (especially pop/new wave). Thanks for such a great podcast. Is a regular listen for me. David’s ‘yes’ replies, are a keeper, love them.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lahelia
    Australia2 years ago
  • 5 stars but

    Can we stop hearing about David’s brother’s awful record collection in every episode???

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Wmhunt
    United States3 years ago

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The host is praised for warmth and genuine enthusiasm but some listeners feel the interview approach is repetitive or surface-level.
Guests consistently deliver strong insights and memorable anecdotes, though production and consistency of interview depth can vary.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Frank Sweeney - The June Brides, The Magic City Trio, Revolving Paint Dream
Q: Can you share a memorable tour moment with the Smiths and how it affected your view of indie touring?
The tour taught us about financial arrangements on the road, the importance of handling equipment, and how a big-name act can both elevate exposure and complicate logistics, especially around pay and roadies; it was a mix of excitement and the realities of touring.
Frank Sweeney - The June Brides, The Magic City Trio, Revolving Paint Dream
Q: What was the turning point that led you to join The June Brides and how did the label dynamics shape your career?
Meeting Simon Down and the Lewisham/LSE connections helped us align with Pink Label and later In-Tape; the label ecosystem—creation, pink, and in-tape—provided a structure for releases like DLP/Every Conversation and tours with bigger acts, influencing our trajectory.
Frank Sweeney - The June Brides, The Magic City Trio, Revolving Paint Dream
Q: How did you first get involved with the indie scene and what drew you to the viola as a core instrument?
I was drawn to the cross-pollination of punk energy and art-rock, and I picked up the viola after hearing John Cale and Long John that era; I joined Bliss briefly to figure out joining The June Brides, which then opened the door to the indie sound I loved.
Barry Blue
Q: Did you at that point, because you would have been the perfect age to experience the counterculture and the hippie movement and that political as well as cultural shift. Was that something that you were particularly interested and keen on at that stage?
Barry reflects on growing up in the glam/60s era, watching bands and fashion, and being influenced by the Carnaby Street scene and the broader counterculture.
Barry Blue
Q: Barry, it's over to you.
David hands over the interview to Barry to begin his life story and early formative years.

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What is C86 Show about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on indie and alternative music scenes, spotlighting mid-80s UK indie, punk origins, and the wider culture around DIY production, archival exploration, and artist storytelling. Episodes feature musicians, writers, filmmakers, and industry veterans who share career retrospectives, behind-the-scenes anecdotes, and insights into indie labels, touring lore, and sonic experimentation. Listeners can expect rich conversations about musical influence, archival discoveries, and the evolving relationship between art, culture, and community, often framed by a deep appreciation for era-defining records and live performance. A notable strength is the breadth of guests—from punk and indie icons to documentary filmmakers and writers—provi... more

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