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Hot Press Classics

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90s Music
David Bowie
Foo Fighters
Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness
Led Zeppelin
Aphex Twin
My Bloody Valentine
Garbage
Alternative Rock
Nirvana
Rock Music
Selected Ambient Works
Suede
Britpop
Smashing Pumpkins
James Brown
Amy Winehouse
Houses Of the Holy
Gaspar Noe
Oasis

Hot Press Contributing Editor Paul Nolan is joined by fellow Hot Press contributors, plus some very special guests, to discuss a series of classic albums they can’t seem to stop listening to.

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This podcast's gone to heaven, as Paul Nolan and Kilian Murphy break down the Pixies' 1989 alternative landmark, Doolittle.

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Dearly beloved, Paul Nolan and Donny Keane are gathered here today to discuss a Prince masterpiece - his 1984 blockbuster Purple Rain. 

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It's got to be a loose fit for Paul Nolan and Donny Keane, as they revisit the Happy Mondays' 1990 Madchester classic, Pills 'n' Thrills And Bellyaches.

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Paul Nolan chooses life, as he revisits the era-defining soundtrack for the 1996 cult classic, Trainspotting. Plus an interview with Irvine Welsh.

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Recent Guests

Kilian Murphy
Hot Press contributor; discussed as a guest
Hot Press
Episode: DOOLITTLE WITH PAUL NOLAN & KILIAN MURPHY
Donny Keane
Hot Press contributor
Hot Press
Episode: PILLS 'N' THRILLS AND BELLYACHES WITH PAUL NOLAN & DONNY KEANE
Irvine Welsh
Author of Trainspotting and collaborator on related works
Author, Trainspotting universe
Episode: TRAINSPOTTING SOUNDTRACK WITH PAUL NOLAN & IRVINE WELSH
Wayne Byrne
Film expert and author; co-author of The Evolution of American Film Music, 60s to 90s
Independent author/film scholar
Episode: STOP MAKING SENSE WITH PAUL NOLAN & WAYNE BYRNE
Jeffrey Eugenides
Author of 'The Virgin Suicides' and Pulitzer Prize winner
Author
Episode: THE VIRGIN SUICIDES SOUNDTRACK WITH PAUL NOLAN & JEFFREY EUGENIDES
Paul Weller
Renowned musician and member of The Jam and The Style Council.
Episode: OASIS SPECIAL WITH PAUL NOLAN & STUART CLARK, PLUS PAUL WELLER
Nile Rodgers
Iconic musician and producer, known for his work with Chic and major artists like David Bowie and Madonna
Chic
Episode: DURAN DURAN & NILE RODGERS SPECIAL WITH PAUL NOLAN, STUART CLARK & NILE RODGERS
Daniel Gallagher
Rory Gallagher's nephew who remastered a series of Rory's albums.
Episode: RORY GALLAGHER WITH PAUL NOLAN, DANIEL GALLAGHER & MUIREANN BRADLEY
Muireann Bradley
An exciting young Irish artist known for her debut album 'I Kept These Old Blues'.
Episode: RORY GALLAGHER WITH PAUL NOLAN, DANIEL GALLAGHER & MUIREANN BRADLEY

Host

Paul Nolan
Hot Press Contributing Editor; host and co-hosts episodes; central figure across topics.

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Apple Podcasts
#25
Ireland/Music/Music Interviews
Apple Podcasts
#101
Spain/Music/Music Interviews
Apple Podcasts
#179
New Zealand/Music/Music Interviews
Apple Podcasts
#202
Ireland/Music

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STOP MAKING SENSE WITH PAUL NOLAN & WAYNE BYRNE
Q: Even 40 odd years later, it's still probably the greatest and most acclaimed concert film of all time, isn't it?
Wayne agrees it remains the standard-bearer for concert films, praised for its cinematic approach and enduring influence on how live music can be presented as a feature-length film.
HOUNDS OF LOVE WITH PAUL NOLAN & NEIL HANNON
Q: Did you go and see her in London during her residency? What was it like?
It was really good, though I wished I could have chosen the set list for her, covering more of her earlier work.
HOUNDS OF LOVE WITH PAUL NOLAN & NEIL HANNON
Q: What do you think of the album Hounds Of Love now?
It's basically my favorite album ever, and it's a huge influence on my music.
THE VIRGIN SUICIDES SOUNDTRACK WITH PAUL NOLAN & JEFFREY EUGENIDES
Q: Did the film adaptation perfectly capture the tone of the novel?
Eugenides expressed that he felt treated well by Sofia Coppola, as she captured the spirit of the book in her adaptation.
THE VIRGIN SUICIDES SOUNDTRACK WITH PAUL NOLAN & JEFFREY EUGENIDES
Q: What was the background to the novel, The Virgin Suicides?
Jeffrey Eugenides explained that the novel came from his memories of growing up in Grosse Pointe outside of Detroit, drawing on his childhood experiences.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Hot Press Classics

What is Hot Press Classics about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show leans into deep dives on classic albums with a conversation-forward format. Episodes pair enthusiastic hosts with musicians, authors, and industry veterans to unpack the artistry, production decisions, cultural context, and lasting influence of landmark records. Highlights often include personal anecdotes from hosts about discovering the albums, behind-the-scenes production notes, and cross-generational perspectives on how these records shaped bands, scenes, and listeners. The format tends to blend history, critique, and fan passion, making it especially appealing to music professionals, super-fans, and cultural historians who crave context and storytelling alongside expert opinions. A notable strength is the mix of well-known ico... more

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2. Donny Keane
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4. Wayne Byrne
5. Jeffrey Eugenides
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7. Nile Rodgers
8. Daniel Gallagher

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