Songs From a Padded Envelope

Back to the UK for Episode #35 and a really enjoyable chat with guitarist, Sid Stovold from Who Moved the Ground?

This is a quintessential SFaPE epsiode in many ways, not lease because the song is from the first demo from Sid's first band.

Loads to enjoy in Sid's story and that of Who Moved the Ground, much of which captures what is was to be an indie band in the early 90s in the UK.

Thanks to Sid for being our guest and spending some time with us.

Please help us spread the word about the show and post a review, if you've a spare couple of minutes.

Love and thanks

Steve and Ben xx

Who Moved the Ground? on Bandcamp

Who Moved the Ground? on YouTube

Farnborough Groove

Bones Flexi Discs

Episode #34 sees the return of the splendid, Jason NeSmith.

Jason joined us for a conversation about his musical adventures and, as you'll hear, he has a style, tone and perspective to which you could listen all day.

It was a real pleasure to have a chance to speak with Jason again and please do explore his music via the links below.

Thanks to Jason for sharing some more time with us and please do help us spread the word about the show, if you get a moment - cheers!

Love and thanks

Steve and Ben xx

Casper Fandango and His Tiny Sick Tears

Casper and the Cookies

Jason on Twitter

Rock legend, Mike Peters MBE joins us for episode #33 of Songs From a Padded Envelope.

This episode centres around Coloursound, the band Mike formed with The Cult's iconic guitarist, Billy Duffy and closes with both the demo and mastered versions of, 'Under the Sun'.

Along with the fascinating story of the formation and journey of Coloursound, there's also some great Alarm conversation, all told with Mike's trademark optimism, honesty and passion.

Thanks to Mike for making time to speak with us and if you're into the podcast, please do subscribe, tell your friends and post a review on your platform of choice!

Love and thanks

Steve and Ben

The Alarm website

Love, Hope Strength - Mike and Jules Peters' charity

Welcome to episode #32 of Songs From a Padded Envelope.

Our guest for this episode is Tom Stubbs, one half of the excellent, My Two Toms.

This is an episode packed with stories and imagery from adventures in music making, friendship and camaraderie, told with warmth, humour and humanity.

Lots ot recommend here and by following the links in the shownotes.

Sincere thanks to Tom for coming on the podcast and to everyone who has supported the show to date.

Love and thanks

Steve and Ben xx

My Two Toms on Bandcamp

My Two Toms on Facebook

Tour Film

Charlie Parr

Welcome to episode #31 of Songs From a Padded Envelope.

Our guest for this episode is Cathal Coughlan, who joined us for a wonderful conversation which ranges through his craft, his musical experiences and much more, leading right up to the new music which Cathal has begun to release this year.

As you'll hear in the introduction, having Cathal on as a guest holds a special significance and our sincere thanks to Cathal for making time to speak with us and sharing three incarnations of his fantastic song, 'Officer Material', with which we close out the show.

You can explore some of the wonderful music from across Cathal's career, through this playlist which he has personally curated.

https://ffm.to/cathalcoughlanplaylist

There is also a link to pre-order his upcoming album:

https://cathalc.bandcamp.com/

https://cathalcoughlan.com/wp/

Love and thanks

Steve and Ben xx

Our guest for episode 30 is the inspirational and inimitable, Bruce Russell.

Bruce's music is unique, engaging, challenging and born out of a passion and drive which, as you'll hear from this conversation, remains undiminished.

There is so much we could say to trail this conversation - better to let Bruce take it from here, though.

Thanks to Bruce for coming on the show and to the good folks at Ba Da Bing Records for their support in setting it up.

Love and thanks

Steve and Ben xx

http://www.badabingrecords.com/the-dead-c

https://www.facebook.com/The-Dead-C-960955394048028/

We are joined by Kathy Potter for episode #29 of Songs From a Padded Envelope.

Kathy spoke to us from her home in Vancouver, to share some fantastic stories from throughout her creative life, including her time as bassist in the indie rock band, Scarlet.

There are so many great stories in this episode, many of which evoke a time in music making and being in a band which has disappeared from view, with the rise of the internet, amongst other things.

Kathy speaks with a lot of joy and passion for her creative life and we thank her for making time to come on the show.

There are links to some of Kathy's work below and please do head over to Apple hq and support the show with a review and some stars. We'd really appreciate it.

Love and thanks

Steve and Ben xx

Scarlet Video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kCE5-h7k7sg

Scarlet Album

https://music.apple.com/us/album/a-glimpse-of-scralet/1546529501

Video for Profumo Project: Dirty Water

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hXQB930mlp8

Video for Profumo Project: Too Far live at the Waterfront

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TrdrhAzu4xI

Slot - Cuts Like A Knife

https://www.discogs.com/Various-Now-Thats-What-I-Call-Noisebox/release/15836815

Slot - Cuts Like A Knife 

https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=JIIGv5Yxe5A&list=RDAMVMJIIGv5Yxe5A

Welcome to episode 28 of Songs From a Padded Envelope. We are joined by Mogwai's Stuart Braithwaite for this episode which is something both Ben and I were so excited about, both being long-time fans of the band.

Stuart spoke to us from his home in Glasgow and, despite some wifi difficulties at both ends, we had a fantastic conversation which culminates with Stuart sharing the home demo for the band's single, Ritchie Sacramento.

There is a link to the brilliant video for Ritchie Sacramento below, which is great to hear after listening to the demo and hearing Stuart speak about the evolution of the song.

Sincere thanks to Stuart for making time to speak with us and for sharing the demo.

If you're enjoying the podcast, please do take a moment to drop a 5-star review up on Apple podcasts or help us spread the word about the show. We'd really appreciate it.

Love and thanks

Steve and Ben x

Ritchie Sacramento video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VWjzlJEmmxM

https://www.mogwai.scot/

http://rockaction.co.uk/

Merry Christmas! It's a festive episode of sorts with a visit from Santa Dave coming to 'present' the show! Like the best of gifts, all will be revealed.

We'd also like to say a huge thank you to all the people who have come onto the show during our first year. We love doing the podcast and having an opportunity to meet and speak with so many talented and creative people. Thank you!

Our sincere thanks too, to everyone who has streamed or downloaded the show. We're really grateful and excited to be finding an increasing audience around the world and hope that you'll continue to support and enjoy the show in the year ahead.

Here's to a peaceful and creative 2021!

Love and thanks

Steve and Ben xxx

Paul Comaskey joins us for our final episode of 2020, with a fantastic tale which takes us from the streets of Birmingham to the USA, just as the 1970s ended and the 80s began.

Paul's story rattles along at breakneck speed, much like his journey into music making. It's a brilliant story, told with humour and pathos and we thank Paul very much for sharing it with us.

You can find more of Paul's music online, with some links below.

Love and thanks

Steve and Ben xx

https://www.reverbnation.com/thenervouskind

paulcomaskey.bandcamp.com

https://www.birminghammusicarchive.com/the-nervous-kind/?fbclid=IwAR1CTbWK9T56fcO5xvgFNq1OvVt4DfL_Zc9oO_1XxPtIr2opHaCMr7OAsMg