
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 | 158 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | MusicMusic InterviewsMusic Commentary | |||

Annie and Nick discuss rumours of Adele returning to music, after she was seen attending one of Lola Young’s London shows. What might a new Adele album sound like? And what is it about her that means any record is guaranteed to be brilliant?
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Annie and Nick dissect Olivia Rodrigo’s new album and analyse the online theories that Taylor Swift might be jealous. What is it about Olivia that speaks to such a vast and diverse audience? And what does she have to do with the England football team... more
For this instalment of the Sidetracked Album Club, Annie and Nick venture back to 2009 and revisit the debut album from the xx. Why did this record stand out so much at the time, and does it hold up 17 years later? And why did the band make Annie and... more
Annie and Nick welcome one of their dream guests to the studio to talk all things nature and music. horsegiirL is the world’s first half horse, half human singer-songwriter, DJ, and producer, and she’s about to release her debut album. In this episod... more
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Like chatting with two mates and great to hear about music I wouldn’t normally listen too. Love it.
What a gem. I don’t always know who or what they’re talking about but it makes me curious and is such fun. Thank you
Yes we get you here in Canada and you keep me in tune with the tunes. Love it.
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
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High-energy, informal conversations centered on music, culture, and industry trends. The hosts share weekly takes on new releases, live shows, and backstage moments, pairing sharp commentary with personal anecdotes. Guests are often established or rising musicians, producers, and vocal coaches, brought on to reveal craft, process, and life in the music business. A standout aspect is the easygoing banter and genuine chemistry between the hosts, which makes expert insights feel like friendly guidance from two longtime industry insiders. The show often blends critical discussion with celebration of artists, making it appealing to listeners who want both entertainment and real-world perspectives on music culture.
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Recent guests on Sidetracked include:
1. Horse Girl
2. Laura Snapes
3. Jon Caramanica
4. Joe Coscarelli
5. Chaka Khan
6. Kacey Musgraves
7. Arlo Parks
8. Gail Mortley
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