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Classic Album Sundays

Classic Album Sundays
Incognito
100° and Rising
British Jazz Funk
Suede
Britpop
Sega Music
DJ Gilles Peterson
Radiohead
Electric Avenue
Dog Man Star
The Bends
Level 42
The Equals
Caribbean Music
Ring Bang
Anti-Apartheid Movement
Soca
Black Musicianship
Mercury Music Prize
Royal Albert Hall

Classic Album Sundays tells the stories behind the albums that have shaped our culture and in some cases, our lives. We are the world’s most popular and respected classic album listening event with satellites in four continents. Our website, social media channels, and our podcast are the hub for classic albums and artists. Visit us at classicalbumsundays.com/.

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Colleen 'Cosmo' Murphy sits down with British jazz-funk pioneer and Incognito founder Jean-Paul 'Bluey' Maunick to explore '100° and Rising' 30 years after the album's release. Incognito were pioneers of the acid jazz movement and this album released... more

This interview was recorded at a Classic Album Sundays event at the KEF Music Gallery with Level 42 founding members Mike Lindup and Phil Gould. They take a look back to their worldwide breakthrough LP, 1985's World Machine. This is the album in whic... more

Radiohead’s second album The Bends was released on the 13th March, 1995 and exactly 30 years later Colleen 'Cosmo' Murphy interviewed producer John Leckie on the story behind the album at an event at The British Library. The interview was followed by... more

In this interview with Colleen ‘Cosmo’ Murphy, Suede’s Brett Anderson and Mat Osman explore the stories behind the making of the band’s sophomore album and reflect upon its significance today. The interview took place on the 13th October, 2024, and w... more

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Recent Guests

Jean-Paul Bluey Maunick
Founding member of Incognito and guitarist
Incognito
Episode: Classic Album Sundays: Incognito '100° and Rising'
John Leckie
Renowned music producer with credits including The Stone Roses, Muse, and Radiohead's The Bends
Episode: Classic Album Sundays: Radiohead 'The Bends' with Producer John Leckie

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Colleen Cosmo Murphy
Founder of Classic Album Sundays

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 31 ratings
  • Some good interviews here

    I’ve just discovered this podcast, and I have enjoyed some of the episodes that deal with albums I know and like, such as Dave Davies talking about The Village Green Preservation Society or Joe Boyd on Nick Drake and Fairport Convention. I can’t say I have listened to any of the ones about records I don’t know already, but that’s just me. I can think of plenty of albums I would like to hear featured, but I don’t suppose it’s easy setting up interviews, and by now a lot of the people concerned ar... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Just another music nerd
    Ireland3 years ago
  • CAS goes woke and damages it’s brand

    I’ve been a fan of Classic Album Sundays for some years, enjoying the live events in London as well as Cosmo’s broadcasts. But Ive just listened to absolute drivel in the form of a programme about Jesus Christ Superstar from 1970. What stands out in Classic Album Sundays is the brilliant insight, wonderful context and real love that is brought to the reviews and instructions.

    None of this is present in this incoherent ramble by an uninformed, inarticulate pair who are more concerned to cancel T... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    tott stu
    United Kingdom4 years ago

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There is a strong emphasis on nostalgia, making it resonate deeply with fans of the albums being discussed.

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Classic Album Sundays: Incognito '100° and Rising'
Q: How did you get into music when you were growing up?
I was exposed to Sega music in Mauritius and it shaped my early musical interests.
Classic Album Sundays: Radiohead 'The Bends' with Producer John Leckie
Q: Do they have ideas on how they wanted it to sound at all?
Just make it sound great is what they usually say.
Classic Album Sundays: Radiohead 'The Bends' with Producer John Leckie
Q: Did that create an atmosphere of tension from the start?
Oh, of course, yeah.
Classic Album Sundays: Radiohead 'The Bends' with Producer John Leckie
Q: How did you mitigate that pressure?
It's difficult for me to pinpoint that, but the people skills, yeah, it's difficult.
Classic Album Sundays: Radiohead 'The Bends' with Producer John Leckie
Q: Was Pablo Honey, their debut album, on your radar at all while you were doing these other productions?
No, not at all really. I might have heard Creep, but I certainly didn't hear the album.

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What is Classic Album Sundays about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers around the impactful stories behind classic albums, exploring their cultural significance and the personal journeys intertwined with the creation of these musical masterpieces. Each episode typically features in-depth conversations with renowned figures from the music industry, including artists, producers, and creative collaborators, who share insights into their experiences and the broader context of the albums discussed. Unique anecdotes and reflections on the creative process bring a nostalgic and enriching atmosphere, allowing listeners to engage with music in a communal way.

Notably, the content transcends mere commentary, as it delves into the personal anecdotes and historical impacts surrounding iconic tracks and ... more

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Classic Album Sundays launched 10 years ago and published 87 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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