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Off The Beat & Track

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Off The Beat & Track is the award winning and chart topping podcast from Stu Whiffen which is released through Scroobius Pips Distraction Pieces Network.

Each episode feature a conversation with a special guest who will select 7 songs which have sound tracked their creative journey to date. We talk about songs that remind them of growing up, school, clubbing, home and so much more

Expect a warm, h... more

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Welcome to Off The Beat and Track!

In this special episode, host Stu Whiffen sits down with pop icon Tiffany.

Bursting onto the global stage in the late 80s, Tiffany became a household name with her smash hit “I Think We’re Alone Now”, topping char... more

Welcome to Off The Beat and Track!

In this special episode, host Stu Whiffen sits down with Olive Faber, drummer and vocalist from the acclaimed NYC trio Sunflower Bean.

Blending indie rock, glam influences, psychedelia, and sharp songwriting, Sun... more

Welcome to Off The Beat and Track!

In this special episode, host Stu Whiffen sits down with Brodie Milner—singer, songwriter, and emerging voice on the UK music scene.

Known for heartfelt songwriting, honest lyrics, and a sound that blends indie, p... more

🔥 Welcome to Off The Beat and Track! 🔥

In this special episode, host Stu Whiffen sits down with Ariana and the Rose—singer, songwriter, and pop artist known for her shimmering, emotionally charged sound and powerful storytelling.

Blending synth-p... more

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Recent Guests

Brodie Milner
Musician featured guest on the episode
Independent artist
Episode: Special Guest - Brodie Milner
Ariana and the Rose
Musician and performer known for her one-woman show.
Episode: Special Guest - Ariana & The Rose
Dominic Masters
Lead vocalist of the indie band The Others.
The Others
Episode: Special Guest - The Others
Jesse Hartman
Lead singer and songwriter for the band Laptop
Laptop
Episode: Special Guest - Laptop
Luke Concannon
Singer-songwriter and member of the band Nizlopi
Nizlopi
Episode: Special Guest - Nizlopi
Nathan Sykes
Former member of the iconic boyband The Wanted
Episode: Special Guest - Nathan Sykes
Lach Galbraith
Guitarist for Australian rock band Ocean Alley
Ocean Alley
Episode: Special Guest - Ocean Alley
Frazey Ford
Musician known for her work with Be Good Tanyas
Be Good Tanyas
Episode: Special Guest - Frazey Ford (The Be Good Tanyas)
Danny Goffey
Drummer and vocalist of Supergrass
Supergrass
Episode: Special Guest - Supergrass

Host

Stu Whiffen
Host of Off The Beat & Track podcast, known for warm, story-driven music conversations.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 250 ratings
  • Best music pod going

    This is what I LOVE about a decent music podcast. Stu’s question format is perfect…just enough guidance, encouraging the artist to speak freely, relax into conversation, then the listener ends up getting a good feel for the human behind the music.

    Each episode will leave you with a whole stack of new music to go on the hunt for. Highlight eps include Ed Harcourt, Pixies, The Hold Steady / Craig Finn.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    .xBones.
    Australiaa year ago
  • Off the beat and track

    This is a very important podcast if you like music without prejudice, hear the influences behind some of your favourite artists, hear music that you may not ever know exists, this maybe, musically, the most important podcast that has been created, given the fact we are fed disposable music, break from conditioning and hear what music means rather than how it sounds

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    actual salmon
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Fantastic listen!

    Very guest brings something completely different and it’s really cool to hear the stories and life events attached to the songs. It often reminds me of albums or songs that I love but have forgotten about and most episodes send me down a music related rabbit hole. Highly recommend for music fans!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TomDavies81
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • At last, a music podcast actually about music!

    Wonderful song-oriented discussions that yield reflections on so much more. I began with the fascinating Barry Adamson interview and greatly look forward to delving into other episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AlasdairDickson
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Let’s the guest talk

    I know Stu (not personally) from the Distraction Pieces and saw Fran Healy posting about it. First time listening to it and really enjoyed it. I listen to a lot of podcasts and what you find is the host talks more that the guest and it becomes off putting! This is not the case and Stu let the conversation flow. Off to search the back catalogue now!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Massive Heid
    United Kingdom5 years ago

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Essential music storytelling with thoughtful guests.
Great mix of guests; conversations feel organic and insightful.
Fresh perspectives on artists with deep dives into influences and memories.
Host lets guests speak, avoiding interview minutiae for more meaningful chats.
Listeners appreciate the balance between personal stories and musical discussion.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Special Guest - Gizzi Erskine
Q: Tell me please, Gizzi, the song that soundtracked your years clubbing.
Gizzi nostalgically recalls her youth at the Slime Light and specific songs that remind her of that time, connecting it to her discovery of different music genres.
Special Guest - Gizzi Erskine
Q: What's your relationship like with the record shop now?
Gizzi discusses how she had phases of buying records and CDs and reflects on the lack of relationships with physical music copies in the modern age.
Special Guest - Gizzi Erskine
Q: What was the song that reminds you of school?
Gizzi reflects on skipping school and her fond memories tied to the band Kiss and their song 'Crazy Nights', connecting it to her friendships and carefree youth.
Special Guest - Gizzi Erskine
Q: How musical was home growing up?
Gizzi explains that while her family loved music, they were not musically inclined, but her mother took them out to various music events and instilled a love of music in her.
Special Guest - Gizzi Erskine
Q: Tell us all about it.
Gizzi shares that 'Messy Lunch' is a show where she gets to go for lunch with her favorite bands, connecting the thriving London restaurant scene with indie music.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Off The Beat & Track

What is Off The Beat & Track about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show features candid, music-centered conversations with artists across the indie, rock, and pop spectrum. Guests share personal stories about their creative journeys, formative musical influences, and the moments that shaped their sound—from early inspirations to touring life and evolving industry landscapes. Each episode centers on a curated set of songs that map the guest's life, often weaving in nostalgia, the craft of songwriting, and industry observations. Noteworthy traits include a warm, unpretentious host style that invites deep dives into artists' memories and a penchant for connecting personal experiences to the music itself, sometimes touching on food, fashion, and cultural scenes tied to the guest's story. This format tends ... more

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Off The Beat & Track launched 8 years ago and published 676 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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Recent guests on Off The Beat & Track include:

1. Brodie Milner
2. Ariana and the Rose
3. Dominic Masters
4. Jesse Hartman
5. Luke Concannon
6. Nathan Sykes
7. Lach Galbraith
8. Frazey Ford

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