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Unsung Podcast

Unsung Podcast
Black Sabbath
Steve Albini
Punk Rock
James Bond
X Japan
Green Day
Visual Kei
Music
Post-Hardcore
Noise Rock
Karate
Punk Music
Real American
Hulk Hogan
We Are the World
Nu Metal
In Place Of Real Insight
US Maple
Sanam
Post-Rock

If there was a definitive discography of classic albums, what should be in it? Hosts Mark Fraser and Chris Cusack, plus the occasional guest, discuss and dissect perceived classic albums to decide which albums would make this list. We also interview amazing artists, do genre deep dives and throw a journalistic lens on musical topics you might not know much about.

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This week we sit down with Jon Zipp of The Zips — one of Glasgow's original 1977 punk bands — for a conversation that doubles as an oral history of Scottish punk.

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We reach into the vault this week to extra an old bonus episode that has a fairly unique format we liked to called the Split 7". In this episode, we talk build our own festival line ups.

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Recent Guests

Mark Davyd
Founder and CEO of the Music Venues Trust
Music Venues Trust
Episode: IN SESSION: Mark Davyd from the Music Venue Trust Talks About How PRS for Music Refuse to Show Artists The Money
Christophe Szpajdel
Graphic designer, artist and author known as Lord of the Logos
Episode: IN SESSION: An Interview with the Lord of the Logos, Christophe Szpajdel
Phil Eaglesham
P6, curator/guide for this episode and member of Stretchheads
Stretchheads / P6
Episode: Are Cabaret Voltaire Britain's Most Pioneering Electronic Act? (Side A) with P6 from Stretchheads, Desalvo and OMO
Rebecca Yurivna Feinberg
Musician and Professor of Music Technology, NYU
New York University
Episode: FROM THE VAULT: ПАСХА (Paskha) by Shortparis w/ Rebecca Yurivna
Rick Bruce
Guest from Coffin Mulch/Moondshine Docs
Coffin Mulch/Moondshine Docs
Episode: Is Insomniac by Green Day an Unsung Classic? (Side B) w/ Rick Bruce from Coffin Mulch/Moondshine Docs - 379
Stewart Home
Author, musician, and artist known for his involvement in the punk movement.
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Episode: IN SESSION: Stewart Home - Musician, Author, Artist and Punk
Anthony Sahyoun
Member of the Lebanese band Sanam
Sanam
Episode: IN SESSION: Anthony Sahyoun from SANAM
Ferruccio Quercetti
A music lover and PhD holder with extensive knowledge of punk and post-punk music.
Independent Musician and Academic
Episode: Anti-Rock: When Musicians Deliberately Break the Rules w/ Ferruccio Quercetti - 367
Ferruccio Quirchetti
Professor of punk, knows a lot about the band Chrisma
Episode: Chinese Restaurant by Chrisma/Krisma - 362

Hosts

Mark Fraser
Host of Unsung Podcast, discusses and dissects classic albums with a focus on historical and cultural context.
Chris Cusack
Co-host who co-leads discussions, often driving analysis and banter.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 138 ratings
  • Quality podcast

    Don’t know how I stumbled upon this, but so glad I did! I’ve really enjoyed listening to informed chat about acts and albums I’ve enjoyed for years - in particular the Hot Snakes episode. And seeing as how there’s about a million episodes, I’ve plenty more to listen to and enjoy. I’m off to re listen to Godspeed now. Cheers lads & lassies.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Johnald77
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • A must listen for music fans

    I’m indebted to this pod for giving excellent coverage and discussion to artists that have in been in my blind spot. Even the artists I was familiar with were incredibly entertaining and thoughtful episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JordanB🤘🏻
    Canada2 years ago
  • Essential Travel Companion

    …..and has been for the last 3 years!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    smurnt_candle
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Great great podcast

    The unsane and Nina nastasia podcasts were perfection .I’ve never met anyone who loves music like that.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    codyne
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Excellent listen

    The hosts are engaging and well informed yet it never feels clunky or contrived . A huge amount of musical inspiration ( or not depending on the subject ) to dig into … like or loathe the music chosen it’s always engaging . Definitely one of the best podcasts out there .

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Luminousandy
    United Kingdom2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Insightful, well-researched takes on albums I already love or am discovering.
Engaging hosts with thoughtful banter and clear knowledge of music history.
Often entertaining and informative, though occasionally some opinions felt a bit strong.
A great deep-dive podcast for niche music fans who enjoy context and storytelling.
Excellent guests and strong analysis; a must for music nerds.

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#117
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IN SESSION: An Interview with the Lord of the Logos, Christophe Szpajdel
Q: What is your pricing approach and how has it evolved after a major client situation?
Prices moved from a lump-sum pay-per-project mindset to structured packages (mini-budget and classic) with clear revisions and vectorization, driven in part by experiences like Rihanna's logo sale.
IN SESSION: An Interview with the Lord of the Logos, Christophe Szpajdel
Q: When did you realize you were good at this?
It started in the late 80s; I doodled logos in school and felt I could actually do it, which led to early, defining logo work like the Emperor logo.
Is Insomniac by Green Day an Unsung Classic? (Side B) w/ Rick Bruce from Coffin Mulch/Moondshine Docs - 379
Q: Is Green Day punk?
The hosts discuss that Green Day began as a punk band, evolving into a commercial rock band while maintaining elements of their punk roots.
Anti-Rock: When Musicians Deliberately Break the Rules w/ Ferruccio Quercetti - 367
Q: What is anti-rock as a concept?
Anti-rock refers to music intended to overthrow conventional rock expectations, often by artists who are highly skilled yet choose to subvert norms creatively.
In Session 12 - Arno Michaelis: Author, Anti-Extremism Activist and Former White Nationalist (Side B) - 361
Q: What are some of the more obscure things that you think parents should be aware of now as being less obvious signs of your kid maybe getting drawn down radical paths?
A blatant binary worldview without room for nuance is a warning sign of radicalization.

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What is Unsung Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show roams through classic and influential albums with deep-dive discussions, thoughtful critique, and lively banter. The hosts and occasional guests dissect what makes albums endure, rarely shying away from the historical, cultural, and sonic contexts that shaped them. Guests span musicians, designers, and industry voices, bringing hands-on experience, archival insight, and broad cultural analysis. The mix of archival lore, genre deep dives, and journalism-minded questioning makes it a compelling listen for music fans who crave both intellectual rigor and entertaining conversation. A standout aspect is the capacity to blend technical analysis with personal storytelling, offering both historical context and fresh perspectives on lastin... more

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2. Christophe Szpajdel
3. Phil Eaglesham
4. Rebecca Yurivna Feinberg
5. Rick Bruce
6. Stewart Home
7. Anthony Sahyoun
8. Ferruccio Quercetti

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