The Strange Brew - artist stories behind the greatest music ever recorded

The Strange Brew - artist stories behind the greatest music ever recorded


Latest Episodes

Michael Fennelly
October 26, 2023

Michael Fennelly, singer-songwriter and guitarist for The Millennium and Crabby Appleton, looks back on his life in music.

Island Records 1959-1968
October 19, 2023

Neil Storey, former head of press at Island Records, delves into 12 pivotal tracks from Islands first decade.

Martin Carthy
October 16, 2023

Martin Carthy has undeniably etched his name into the annals of music history. Martin explores his formative years,

John Lodge – The Moody Blues
October 05, 2023

John Lodge, the celebrated bassist of The Moody Blues, invites us on a trip through his musical career,

Clem Burke
September 28, 2023

Clem Burke dives into the details of his forthcoming Lust For Life Tour and regales us with captivating

Frank Allen – The Searchers
September 21, 2023

Frank Allen takes us on a journey through his time with The Searchers and Cliff Bennett and the

Simon Nicol – Fairport Convention
September 15, 2023

Fairport Conventions Simon Nicol explores the bands extensive back catalogue, providing fresh insights into their music, as they

John Coghlan
September 07, 2023

Legendary Status Quo drummer, John Coghlan reflects on his career since the 1960s. We start with his early

Focal Point, Beatles and Apple
September 05, 2023

In early 1968 Focal Point were one of the hottest prospects in British music. They were the first

Kiki Dee
August 31, 2023

Kiki Dee delves into her musical career over the last 60 years. We start by exploring her 29