
For music and pop culture lovers looking for an authentic and light-hearted take on the week in music... with broadcasters and music fanatics Annie Macmanus and Nick Grimshaw.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 133 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | MusicMusic CommentaryMusic Interviews | |||

What does 2026 have in store for the music industry? Annie and Nick look ahead to expected releases, rumoured returning artists, and an exciting list of confirmed festival line ups. Plus, BBC Music Correspondent Mark Savage joins them to share his ex... more
Annie and Nick review the standout moments from the past 12 months. From the Oasis tour to Lily Allen’s culture shifting album release, 2025 has been a major year for UK artists, and who could forget the impact of moments such as: an awkward secret b... more
Zadie Smith and Beth Ditto join Annie and Nick for the annual Sidetracked Christmas gathering, recorded at an Irish pub in North London.
They share nostalgia, gossip and gifts, and decide what makes a song a Christmas song – declaring which ones ar... more
After successfully challenging Ticketmaster over the price of resold tickets on the platform, Olivia Dean has inspired Annie and Nick to ask: should more artists stand up for their fans? Also in Olivia Dean news, she and Lola Young are the only UK ar... more
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I’m obsessed. It brings me so much joy listening to two amazing souls talk about their lives and passions. I am trying to leave a voice note after listening to Rosalia’s album as I am equally obsessed and in awe. Thank you! From Brisbane Australia .
This podcast single handedly got me through a genuinely petrifying bout of food poisoning in Rome. I was there on my tod and losing my tiny mind, and having this on felt like having two funny mates also hanging out in bed with me for 15 hours straight. Can’t thank you enough for the lols
Every week is just a pick apart of female artists. Every aspect of their music and behaviour scrutinised. They never do the same with male artists and I expected so much better, especially from Annie
I can’t get enough of these two, they make me laugh so much and relate on so many levels, the Taylor swift swimsuits!!!! The craic is always too good, I’m refreshing the app all week to see if there’s a new one! Thanks for all the fun and joy you bring. Keep being yourselves ❤️
Annie and Nick are fantastic. Come across so genuinely. A real treat to listen to. Keep them coming!!
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Centered around music and pop culture, the content reflects lively conversations between the hosts, providing insightful commentary on current music trends, artist news, and personal anecdotes. Topics like concert experiences, industry controversies, and significant album releases create a blend of humor and thoughtfulness. This podcast likely appeals to music enthusiasts seeking both entertainment and deeper insights into the evolving music landscape, as it regularly features engaging guests and touches on pressing cultural dialogues within the industry.
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Recent guests on Sidetracked include:
1. Beth Ditto
2. Zadie Smith
3. Florence Welch
4. Olivia Dean
5. Josh Homme
6. Kaye Tempest
7. Loyal Karner
8. Rod Stewart
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