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States of Independence

Talkhouse / Cup & Nuzzle
Beggars Banquet
Music Industry
Gene Loves Jezebel
The Go-Betweens
Punk Rock
The Charlatans
The Fall
Love and Rockets
1980s Music Scene
Mark E. Smith
Gary Numan
Bauhaus
Punk Music
Chicago
British Music
Women In Music
Fela Kuti
The Cult
Twin Dynamics
Rick Rubin

States of Independence dives deep into the hidden histories of the world’s greatest independent record labels with the people that know them best – the founders who built them, and the artists who made them into the stuff of rock and roll legend. In season one, it’s the saga of Beggars Banquet – an iconic punk era label that would eventually spawn an indie empire. Featuring riotous tales from labe... more

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In this last episode of the series we’re at the end of the 90s, a time when Beggars Banquet were signing a lot of guitar bands, but finding it hard to get any of them away. Derby’s own The Beekeepers struggled - the band’s ex-singer Jamie breaks down... more

Beggars contains multitudes. Here, three very different acts from its storied roster share their own experiences of the label. Buffalo Tom’s Bill Janowitz recalls emerging from the same Amherst alt rock scene that birthed Dinosaur Jr and happily stum... more

Bonus time! A story so compelling, we thought it deserved its very own episode. Behold: the full account of the fire that gutted Rick Rubin’s studio, destroyed all of Love and Rockets’ gear, and had everyone involved swearing never to dabble with a o... more

When Love and Rockets tentatively emerged from the ashes of Bauhaus, Daniel Ash and David J were mainly looking for a way to get out of the shadow of their first, totemic project, and to have a little fun in the process. Little did they know that Lov... more

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Jamie East
Singer of The Beekeepers
The Beekeepers
Episode: Ep 10: From BB to 4AD with Simon Neil, Mat Berninger, Martin Mills & Jamie East
Simon Neil
Vocalist and guitarist of Biffy Clyro
Biffy Clyro
Episode: Ep 10: From BB to 4AD with Simon Neil, Mat Berninger, Martin Mills & Jamie East
Matt Berninger
Lead vocalist of The National
The National
Episode: Ep 10: From BB to 4AD with Simon Neil, Mat Berninger, Martin Mills & Jamie East
Bill Janowitz
Member of Buffalo Tom, a significant band in the 90s indie rock scene.
Buffalo Tom
Episode: Ep 9: Buffalo Tom, Trevor Tanner, Aki Nawaz and Natacha Atlas
Trevor Tanner
Singer and songwriter of the 80s band The Bolshoi, reflecting on a grateful career.
The Bolshoi
Episode: Ep 9: Buffalo Tom, Trevor Tanner, Aki Nawaz and Natacha Atlas
Natacha Atlas
Singer known for her unique blend of Arabic music with contemporary sounds.
Episode: Ep 9: Buffalo Tom, Trevor Tanner, Aki Nawaz and Natacha Atlas
Lindy Morrison
Drummer for The Go-Betweens
The Go-Betweens
Episode: Ep 7, Part 2: The Go-Betweens feat Robert Forster
Dele Shusimi
Ambassador of Afrobeat and musician
Episode: Preview: Fela Kuti: Fear No Man
Tim Burgess
Lead vocalist of The Charlatans and record label owner
The Charlatans
Episode: Ep 6: Beggars and Charlatans! feat Tim Burgess

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Rob Fitzpatrick
Host known for guiding insightful discussions, focusing on deep personal narratives and professional experiences in the music industry.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 47 ratings
  • Excellent Story

    What an interesting and captivating podcast. I can’t wait for another season!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    M👍H
    Canadaa month ago
  • Excellent

    Really enjoying every episode on this! Keep em coming.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Prefab Sprout
    Netherlands2 months ago
  • Exceptional

    The Beggars story is brilliantly told here, with a great balance between the artistic side and the business side of what it achieved. A hugely important chapter in cultural history captured with great skill.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WhoHe039
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Excellent

    Really well made episodes. He lets the guest do the talking and doesn’t push them into a direction he wants. Great insight into how the music industry works for some people. Gene loves Jezabel we’re simply hilarious in how narcissistic they were, I’d really never heard of them and when I listened I could see why. From Lindy Morrisons description the Go Betweens were edgy and the unrecognised next best thing, in reality they were Prefab Sprout without the talent or songs. The Mutton Birds were 10... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mark NY UK
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Brilliant podcast

    Excellent podcast - the entertaining and revealing story of the best label on the planet!

    Some amazing music has been released by Beggars and the stories behind the music are fantastic. More please…….

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    elviselvis
    United Kingdom3 months ago

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Ep 10: From BB to 4AD with Simon Neil, Mat Berninger, Martin Mills & Jamie East
Q: How did Roger and the staff at Beggars handle your transition to 4AD?
Roger was very gracious, reassuring us that we'd still work with the same team and that the change to 4AD would be seamless and beneficial for us.
Ep 6: Beggars and Charlatans! feat Tim Burgess
Q: What was the difference in dynamics when you moved from Beggars to a major label?
Tim mentions that the first thing he noticed was that they were initially signed by someone, but by the time they went to make the record, that person was no longer there, illustrating a loss of the personal touch and continuity they had with Beggars.
Ep 6: Beggars and Charlatans! feat Tim Burgess
Q: What do you remember from signing to Beggars?
Tim recalls the night they signed to Beggars, describing it as a dark and stormy night where Martin and Roger ventured out despite the harsh weather, indicating the strong commitment they showed.
Ep 4, part 1: Gene Loves Jezebel feat. Jay Aston
Q: How does Beggars come into the situation?
Jay describes how they approached various labels, including Beggars, leading to their initial partnership.
Ep 4, part 1: Gene Loves Jezebel feat. Jay Aston
Q: What do you mean he wasn't being very truthful?
Jay explains that Michael wasn't being honest with himself, particularly in their collaborations.

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Focusing on the untold stories from the world of independent record labels, this podcast takes listeners on a journey through the fascinating history of one of the most influential labels, exploring its revolutionary impact on the music industry. It features intimate conversations with founders, artists, and key figures who shaped the legacy of the label, revealing the struggles, successes, and cultural significance behind chart-topping tracks and iconic bands. Notably, the series highlights a blend of humor, heartfelt stories, and invaluable insights from musicians of various genres, engaging listeners who appreciate authentic narratives of the rock and roll saga and the evolution of indie music.

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1. Jamie East
2. Simon Neil
3. Matt Berninger
4. Bill Janowitz
5. Trevor Tanner
6. Natacha Atlas
7. Lindy Morrison
8. Dele Shusimi

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