In this podcast, an interview with Anne Clark, a poet who delivers her poetry within a world of experimental music, and who remains one of the great pioneers in her field. Her first album The Sitting Room was released in 1982. This was followed by three albums, Changing Places (1983), Joined up Writing (1984), and Hopeless Cases (1987), where she was joined by David Harrow, author of the music and producer. The singles, Sleeper in Metropolis, and Our Darkness became staples of the 1980s, and remain two of the great tracks of that era. In Part One of this two-part interview, Anne talks about her early family life, and how those experiences have formed her.

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In Part Two of this interview, John talks about touring, some of the unusual events on stage, and his self-destructive side. An exceptional, and prolific artist, John Watts has been making and releasing albums for 40 years, whether under Fischer Z, John Watts, J.M Watts, or The Cry. His social and political commentary is followed by many, even his former wife says she listens to his music to find out what's going on in the world!

Charismatic, there's an underlying honesty to John, which makes this interview fascinating.

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With a career of over 40 years and 20 albums to his name (Fischer-Z, John Watts, The Cry, etc.), John Watts is not just a prolific artist but an exceptional performer. His social and political commentary in his music has led him to gain a loyal following. In Part 1 of this two-part interview, John talks about his life before and up to getting signed.

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Sam Brown rose to stardom in the late 80s but was uncomfortable with many aspects of fame, and as her sales faded she gained something far more important - the will to be a true artist. Here she talks about the loss of her mother and how that affected her, and also about the loss of her voice. It's enlightening, positive, and uplifting and ends with Sam talking about her love of the ukulele.

Don't forget to listen to Part One if you haven't already, and there is a short new update on Sam Brown and her album Number Eight!

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Singer Sam Brown was brought up around music, though it might surprise you that she wasn't much of a fan of her father's taste, more of her mother's. Her first album and single Stop! brought her to public attention, though Sam was never comfortable. This is the first part of the story of a wonderful person, who eventually found through loss, a route to artistic fulfillment.

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From Barbie to Army of Lovers to Philosopher. Alexander's trans character in the band Barbie set the stage for what was to come after. in this, part two of the interview with Alexander Bard, he talks about how he teamed up with Jean-Pierre Barda and La Camilla to become the iconic Army of Lovers whose hit Crucified remains one of the most loved anthems of the 90s. But it didn't end there for Alexander Bard, as he brings us up to date with his unusual and outspoken life!

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In Part One of a two-part podcast, Alexander Bard from Army of Lovers talks about his childhood in Motala, Sweden, listening to pop music in secret in his bedroom, his time in the States, and how he got into sex work in Amsterdam. He has had a truly amazing, and outrageous life. The perfect mix to prepare him for success in the band Army of Lovers.

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In Part Two of this two-part interview, Michael Münzing, one of the two producers of Snap! talks about how success and wealth followed the hits, and how one song can support generations of his family. It's an interesting perspective from a creative mind and a sharp business person.

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Michael Münzing and Luca Anzilotti were the genius producers behind Snap! and their worldwide hit The Power. Although their singles were fronted by different singers or rappers (Thea Austin, Turbo B, and Penny Ford), they were the creative force. In Part One of a two-part interview, Michael talks about his own personal route to The Power, and how success brought them close to financial ruin.

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In Part Two of this interview, Kevin Godley talks about the years after 10cc when he teamed up with Lol Creme (also 10cc), creating music and videos for themselves and others. Their videos include Don't Give Up - Peter Gabriel, Don't stand so close to Me (Police), and in the 80s, A View to A Kill (Duran Duran), and Victims (Culture Club). Kevin has remained at the center of creativity, always leading and never following. He's a fascinating man, with an engaging story.

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