Scotpop
Allan GlenMusic writer, author and journalist Allan Glen Interviews the bands, musicians, songwriters, filmmakers, record label bosses and writers who create the best Scottish pop. Allan is the author of Stuart Adamson - In a Big Country, the critically acclaimed biography on the Skids and Big Country legend, and a former NME writer and BBC broadcaster.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 9 | Founded | 2 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | MusicMusic Interviews | |||
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Thrilled that Mike joins me on Scotpop this week.
After finding new fans with the soundtrack of the latest hit Netflix show Something Very Bad is Going To Happen, Mike and co are finally getting the attention they deserve so there’s lots to talk ab... more
Before he was a successful author with books such as bestsellers Straight White Male and Oh Brother, Irvine-born writer John Niven, the special guest on Scotpop this week, ran with the London A&R pack in the 90s.
He joins us to talk about turning d... more
In the mid-80s, the London-based music industry was, says Love and Money’s James Grant, this week’s special guest, “awash with cash”. As bands such as Orange Juice, Simple Minds and Altered Images racked up Top 10 hits, much of it flowed north to Gla... more
Be honest now; if I were to say to you “Scottish punk rock in the 70s”, what would you think? If you replied the Skids, The Rezillos, The Jolt, The Valves, Johnny and the Self Abusers - maybe Matt Vinyl and the Decorators - I’d probably think, “Yep, ... more
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Apple Podcasts | #11 |  United Kingdom/Music/Music Interviews |
Apple Podcasts | #66 | United Kingdom/Music |
Apple Podcasts | #36 |  New Zealand/Music/Music Interviews |
Apple Podcasts | #41 |  Israel/Music/Music Interviews |
Apple Podcasts | #122 |  Ireland/Music/Music Interviews |
Apple Podcasts | #204 |  Sweden/Music/Music Interviews |
Apple Podcasts | #212 |  Denmark/Music/Music Interviews |
Apple Podcasts | #234 | New Zealand/Music |
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What is Scotpop about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A Scottish music interview show that centers on the people shaping Scotland's pop scene, from bands, musicians and songwriters to filmmakers, label bosses and writers. Episodes frequently explore the DIY ethos, historical scenes, and crossovers between music and culture, with a tilt toward indie, punk, and scene-defining moments in Glasgow, Edinburgh and beyond. Guests tend to be creators with deep ties to the Scottish music community, often sharing personal anecdotes, historical context, and insights into the industry's independent infrastructure. The show often blends archival anecdotes, book or film references, and long-running regional narratives, making it a strong pick for listeners who want both behind-the-scenes detail and cultural ... more
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1. The Great Divide - The Big Country Podcast
2. Word In Your Ear
3. Rockonteurs with Gary Kemp and Guy Pratt
4. Music Maps Podcast
5. Scottish Football Podcast
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Scotpop launched 2 months ago and published 9 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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1. James Grant
2. Grant McPhee
3. Scott Rowley
4. Douglas MacIntyre
5. Ian Rankin
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