Host Tony Mantor introduces his podcast Almost Live Nashville and welcomes Pat Kane of Hue and Cry, the late-1980s duo known for blending pop, jazz, and sophisticated songwriting, including the hit “Labor of Love” from Seduced and Abandoned. Kane discusses promoting the new single “Stronger” and an upcoming album (out March 29), describing it as an optimistic electronic departure that reconnects with the band’s earlier electric phase while keeping their “post post-punk” core.

He cites influences including The Human League, jazz, big bands, and classic soul, and reflects on unexpected success, the political-romantic metaphor and production of “Labor of Love,” and the intensity and intuition of writing with his brother Greg.

Kane shares lessons about empathy in the music business, moments of renewed visibility via Grand Theft Auto and TV, resisting commercial pressure, valuing authenticity amid AI, embracing machine quirks in recording, and where to find the band online.

02:28 Post Post Punk Vision

03:21 Influences and Sound

04:21 Breakout Success Stories

05:41 Why Labor of Love

06:38 Brothers in the Band

07:27 Hard Lessons in Music

08:21 Pop Culture Comeback

10:53 Staying Authentic

12:31 Start With Stronger

13:43 Fighting for Art

15:13 What Keeps Fans Hooked

16:22 Songs That Heal

18:09 AI and Real Performance

20:20 Machines and Happy Accidents

23:34 Advice for Creators

24:28 Stadiums vs Intimate Gigs

25:25 Where to Find Hue and Cry

26:25 Final Thanks

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