It’s Episode 3 of Season 2 and our absolute pleasure to welcome Andy Oppenheimer as our special guest. Together with his late, great friend and colleague Martin Lloyd, the synth-wave duo Oppenheimer Analysis released the wonderful album “New Mexico” in 1982 which includes the songs “Cold War”, “The Devil’s Dancers” and the title track.  That’s only a part of the story, though, as he then embarked on a hugely successful career as a consultant and writer on all things explosive.  He is our ideal guest. And the music carries on. Andy talks to us about all aspects of his career, songwriting, live performances and his latest album.

The minimal synth-wave theme continues as we discuss 6 more tracks. If you didn’t know them before, then explore our playlists. They are great tunes.

Check out “Fireside Favourite” by Fad Gadget – Frank Tovey was a remarkable performer.  “Protect and Survive” by German outfit Final Program; “Dancing on the Berlin Wall” by Rational Youth; “Atomic War” by New Scientists;  “Nagasaki’s Children” by They Must Be Russians and “Power Plant” by Art Fact.

Keep an eye on our playlists – they are regularly updated to accompany our episodes.

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4aHCNYfoQ2gtko5z6pwS9O?si=81bce0c59ff2470d

https://music.apple.com/gb/playlist/bang-101-more-songs-about-nuclear-war-from-the-1980s/pl.u-vxy6L76uzVzd8Zl

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Opening and closing music:              (Waiting for the) Heatwave – Fay Ray, appears courtesy of Fay Ray. Written by John Lovering

Artwork:                          Rachel Malbon

Assistant Producer:   Shivam Pathak

Opening words:           Richie Wheeler

“Cold War”, “The Devil’s Dancers” and “New Mexico” appear with the kind permission of Andy Oppenheimer.

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