
The Long Drive Home is a Podcast about the many ways in which a gig can go wrong, presented by Alpha Male Tea Party (Greg, Tom and Ben).
Being in a band is really cool and fun, right? Well, yeah, it is. But it's also absolutely crushing some times and we want to explore that because through tears and horror, there is laughter.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 31 | Founded | 2 months ago |
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Here's episode 11 of series 2, and it's a real doozy as we speak with solo artist and hired gun Carol Hodge (The Wildhearts, Steve Ignorant). She talks of encounters with gangs, vomit, cabins in the woods and many more miserable tales of woe!
Carol'... more
Episode 10 of Series 2 is here, and this time we talk to Maebe's benevolent dictator Michael Astley-Brown, who is also the editor in chief at GuitarWorld.com! He takes us through his formative years playing in (say it quietly) function bands, inter b... more
Episode nine is upon us, and this time we welcome Mike and Chris from the utterly brutal Party Cannon! They regale us with tales of hot sauce related injuries, grim European hotels and hearing the words "you inspired me not to do that...", amongst ma... more
Welcome to episode eight in this series of The Long Drive Home podcast with Alpha Male Tea Party. On this episode we speak to Stevie and Vinny from the cinematic post-rock wizards Overhead, the Albatross. They do not disappoint as they cover blown up... more
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The show centers on the real-world realities of being in a band, focusing on touring mishaps, gear chaos, and the emotional rollercoaster of life on the road. Conversations blend hard-wought lessons from DIY and indie scenes with candid storytelling, humor, and a no-nonsense look at industry pressures, venue horror stories, and the dynamics of collaboration. Guests typically bring firsthand touring experience, whether as performers, crew, or sound/front-of-house pros, offering practical advice on logistics, safety, and resilience. A standout trait is the hosts' blunt, self-deprecating humor and willingness to share both disaster stories and hard-won wisdom, making it especially valuable for listeners who want honest, actionable insights abo... more
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