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NO ENCORE

NO ENCORE
Patreon
Taylor Swift
Music
Music Industry
Lady Gaga
Vinyl Records
Music Production
No Encore
Irish Music Industry
Linkin Park
Any Given Sunday
Fall Out Boy
Blink-182
D'angelo
Kendrick Lamar
M83
Super Bowl
Confidence Man
American Football
Dublin

NO ENCORE is a music fan’s 10.0, perfect-scoring pod companion. Every week, critic Dave Hanratty and a special guest face off over a themed Top 5 list, while also taking a sideways glance at the biggest headlines. Dissecting music – and themselves – so you can just… listen.

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Unfortunately our faithful host Dave Hanratty is unwell this week so Sonic Architect Adam Shanahan flys the plane solo for his first jaunt on the podcast-proper alone, but luckily he's joined by his close musical collaborator, soul artist Melina Malo... more

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It's finally time to settle the score as resident host Dave Hanratty and perhaps NO ENCORE's most frequent guest co-host Zara Hedderman face off to decide who will become the undisputed NO ENCORE Quiz Champion once and for all~!

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Recent Guests

M. Night Shyamalan
Film director
Universal Pictures (as referenced in discussion)
Episode: PATREON PREVIEW: FILM CLUB #38 | Trap (2024)
Colin Harmon
Four-time barista champion, owner of 3fe Coffee, author
3fe Coffee
Episode: TOP 5 COFFEE SONGS ft. Colin Harmon
Oliver Nolan
Guest on the show, works at the Irish Film Institute
Irish Film Institute
Episode: TOP 5 WALKING SONGS ft. Oliver Nolan
DJ Louie the 14th
DJ from Pop Pantheon podcast
Pop Pantheon
Episode: PATREON PREVIEW: ALBUM CLUB #43 | Justin Timberlake - FutureSex/LoveSounds (2006)
Corneille Cable Boy
Band member of Cable Boy
Cable Boy
Episode: TOP 5 FOREVER SONGS ft. Cable Boy
Will Slattery
Indosport colleague in the Irish Independent, invited guest for the episode
Irish Independent
Episode: PATREON PREVIEW: FILM CLUB #34 | Interstellar (2014)
Charlie Puth
Musician and former MOISES Chief Music Officer promoting a global jam sessions contest
MOISES
Episode: TOP 5 SONGS WITH MOVIE SAMPLES
Sarah McKenna Barry
Ballet correspondent for No Encore
No Encore
Episode: TOP 5 SONGS WITH MOVIE SAMPLES
Hugh Mac Giolla Chearra
Guest; Irish-language actor and musician known for his work in Spongebob and related Irish-language media
2FM, Irish language media
Episode: TOP 5 NEO-TRAD ft. Hugh Mac Giolla Chearra

Hosts

Dave Hanratty
Host of No Encore; leads conversations with guests across music and film topics.
Adam Shanahan
Co-host and producer; drives discussions and often handles guest coordination.
Adam
Frequent host with multiple credits; participates in film club and music discussions.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 164 ratings
  • All Jonker No Fonker

    No Encore has for years been an extremely strong music podcast that takes a very balanced view of new music releases and current affairs, music-related or otherwise. Lead by Dave Hanratty (and his nefarious, expansionist Nu-Metal agenda) and Sonic Architect Adam, the show every week features a new and entertaining guest joining for a an hour and a half of warmly funny chat that I look forward to each week. Followed by a “Top Five”, typically based on the most obtuse and esoteric topic conceivabl... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    StephenConnolly1991
    Irelanda year ago
  • Slowly becoming an essential part of my weekend

    I really wish there was an encore (oh wait there’s a patreon)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shane B 21
    Irelanda year ago
  • Really cringey

    Two young fellas banging on about capitalism and of course "racism" and playing Rage Against the Machine while not seeming to understand that Rage *IS* the Machine. Embarrassing stuff.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    IForgotToPutInTheCrystals
    United States4 years ago
  • Favourite music podcast

    Top quality podcast, which I love for discovering new music and getting quality breakdowns of artists and album reviews. Broad ranging topics and discussion (i.e. perfectly adequate amounts of Kanye).

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Conor DC
    Australia5 years ago
  • Favourite Podcast

    Professionals making it look easy.

    This is my favourite podcast, from being a massive music listener, to laughing along with the hosts and guests. It's been a pleasure and a comfort to listen to these guys, and will be through what will be a tough winter for everyone.

    Support these guys on Patreon so they keep making them!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TheUnnamable
    Ireland6 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some critics note strong, polarized viewpoints but still praise accessibility and entertainment value.
Listeners appreciate the Guardian-like depth on albums and artists, plus engaging Top 5 discussions.
Patron promos and occasional film-focused episodes are welcomed by the community.
Fans love the chemistry between hosts and guests, and the mix of deep music talk with humor.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#96
Ireland/Music

Talking Points

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TOP 5 IS THIS A JOKE? ft. Zara Hedderman
Q: Please tell me everything about this before we start the top.
Zara explains the process she undertook over 2025 to craft her top five, detailing how the idea evolved from a provocation to a full five-song list with careful consideration of age, context, and cultural impact.
NO ENCORE QUIZ VI: DAVE vs CRAIG
Q: What was Pitchfork's album of the year last year for 2024?
Diamond Jubilee by Cindy Lee.
NO ENCORE QUIZ VI: DAVE vs CRAIG
Q: What is the most streamed song of all time on Spotify?
Blinding Lights by The Weeknd.
NO ENCORE QUIZ VI: DAVE vs CRAIG
Q: Which film this year won the Oscar for best original song?
Amelia Perez.
TOP 5 SURVEILLANCE SONGS ft. David Balfe
Q: How do you handle difficult music and contemporary issues?
Sometimes the most difficult pieces can actually be quite healing, allowing you to engage with the most harsh realities in a way that feels confrontational yet necessary.

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A music-focused weekly chat pairing two warm, opinionated hosts with rotating guests for thematic Top 5 lists and lively discussions about music headlines, culture, and the industry. Episodes frequently blend playful banter, personal anecdotes, and in-depth riffs on artists, albums, and scenes, with regular Patreon plugs and behind-the-scenes notes that build a community around listening. Notable strengths include strong host chemistry, a broad spectrum of guest perspectives from musicians to journalists, and a knack for mixing accessible pop culture talk with nerdy music analysis, plus long-running segments like film club and album/Top 5 debates that keep listeners coming back for both insight and humor.

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1. M. Night Shyamalan
2. Colin Harmon
3. Oliver Nolan
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7. Charlie Puth
8. Sarah McKenna Barry

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