What Do You Call That Noise? The XTC Podcast
Mark FisherInterviews and discussions about XTC, from White Music to Wasp Star and beyond
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 60 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | MusicMusic CommentaryMusic Interviews | |||
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To commemorate the death of Rick Buckler on 17 February 2025, this episode of What Do You Call That Noise? The XTC Podcast features an interview the drummer did with a group of XTC fans and fellow musicians in March 2018.
Buckler recorded Sound Affe... more
Darryl Bullock was a massive fan of XTC, an avid record collector and one of the tireless organisers of the online and in-person XTC fan conventions. He died, way too young, on 23 December 2024.
He was such a pillar of the fan community that this mo... more
In this edition of What Do You Call That Noise? The XTC Podcast, we go behind the scenes to see how deals get signed, press releases get written and records get released. Joining us are Ronnie Gurr, who went from producing a punk fanzine to working i... more
In the second of a special two-part edition of What Do You Call That Noise? The XTC Podcast, supporters on Patreon ask questions they had always wanted Andy Partridge to answer that he never gets asked.
The challenge was to come up with questions th... more
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- Raised the bar - AGAIN!
I have loved this podcast for a long time, but the latest Andy Partridge interview (part 1) of questions he hasn’t heard before is fantastic! Well done Mark and the imaginative questioners. Can’t wait for part 2!
Apple Podcasts5Smallface11
United Kingdom6 months ago - Xcellent
Very well thought out podcast about the best band ever!
Apple Podcasts5gtdriverdave
United Statesa year ago - A famous XTC fan!
Mark, I understand on good authority that Adrian Durham, top Talksport presenter, is a mad XTC fan. It would be well worth getting him on your terrific podcast.
Apple Podcasts5Disgruntled Samsung UserUnited Kingdom3 years ago - Joyous
The book was wonderful and this podcast follows suit. Fills my heart and mind with positive beams of energy. The myriad restorative effect s of one single bands - XTC- art and music on people from all walks of life is life affirming and restores my somewhat shaky faith in humanity and the power of music
Apple Podcasts5rawheadtex
Ireland4 years ago - XTC forever!
Proud Patreon member. Thank you for this!
Apple Podcasts5SueJ1961United States4 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #19 | United Kingdom/Music/Music Interviews |
Apple Podcasts | #122 |  Canada/Music/Music Interviews |
Apple Podcasts | #135 | United Kingdom/Music |
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This podcast offers an in-depth exploration of XTC, a notable British rock band, through interviews and discussions with band members, industry insiders, and fans alike. Covering the band's discography from their debut album 'White Music' to 'Wasp Star', listeners can expect rich narratives about the music industry, production anecdotes, and personal insights into what makes XTC's music resonate. The unique aspect of this show lies in its emphasis on fan engagement, featuring questions submitted by Patreon supporters and anecdotes from members connected to the band. Overall, the content serves to celebrate not just the music but the enduring impact XTC has had on its listeners and fellow musicians.
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