Andrew Fearn is the musical architect behind the English post-punk duo Sleaford Mods, known for his stark, loop-based productions that have redefined modern minimalism. In this episode, we talk to Andrew about his unique approach to composition, his philosophy on keeping gear simple in a complex world, and how he crafts the perfect sonic landscape for the band’s gritty lyrical content. We also discuss his solo project EXTENDDNTWRK, his background in electronic music and the evolution of his live rig.

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The recording of The Demise of Planet X

Sleaford Mods – The Good Life

Andrew’s musical upbringing

Sleaford Mods – Wank

Sleaford Mods – Austerity Dogs

John Cooper Clarke

The Streets

Sleaford Mods – Jobseeker

The song-writing process in Sleaford Mods

Sleaford Mods – No Touch

Andrew’s approach to finding sounds

1010 Music Bitbox

Thoughts on AI and music

EXTENDDNTWRK – Bandcamp

DJ Krush – Strictly Turntablized

LFO – LFO 

Andrew in action with Sleaford Mods at Glastonbury

Casio MT-400V

Desert Island Discs: TNT – Tortoise, Untrue – Burial, Surfer Rosa – Pixies, Off The Radar – Earthling, It’s Tomorrow Already – The Irresistable Force

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