This week on Talking to Mod we are joined again by Russell Hastings singer, songwriter, guitarist and front man with Bruce Foxton in From The Jam returns for another chat, Russell collects Rickenbackers and when not on dry land can be found on his boat!

you can find Russell here - https://twitter.com/russellhastings

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Credits

Ben Taylor - The Magic Mod

Guest - Russell Hastings

Intro music | Da Magic Mod - G-MEN

Production - Adam Payne

(this was a live recording)

Sponsorship - Sams Barbershop Belfast

https://www.instagram.com/samsbarbershop_belfast/

This week on Talking to Mod we are joined by Ricky Rene Maymi an American Rock musician, best known as a member of the psychedelic rock band The Brian Jonestown Massacre. Ricky was a founding member and original drummer with the band he then switched to guitar and finally on to bass before leaving the band in 1993. He joined as a 12 string guitarist in 2003.

you can find Ricky here - https://www.instagram.com/rickymaymi/

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Credits

Ben Taylor - The Magic Mod

Guest - Ricky Maymi

Intro Music | Da Magic Mod - G-MEN

Production - Adam Payne

Sponsorship - Sams Barbershop Belfast

https://www.instagram.com/samsbarbershop_belfast/

This week on Talking to Mod we are joined by not one but two the very Simeon McLean & James Mayer former members of Manchester Ska Fusion band Kid British. Simeon and James talk past, present and future.

you can find Kevin Iverson here - https://www.instagram.com/simeonseen/

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Credits

Ben Taylor - The Magic Mod

Guest - Simeon Seen and James Mayer

Intro Music | Da Magic Mod - G-MEN

Production - Adam Payne

Sponsorship - Sams Barbershop Belfast

https://www.instagram.com/samsbarbershop_belfast/

This week on Talking to Mod we are joined by Kevin Iverson who is a singer/guitarist/musician, who has recorded and worked with Steve Cradock and toured with Paul Weller and even recorded at Paul Weller HQ (Black Barn Studios). Kevin is currently performing live around the South East/London as a solo performer and also with his band and is also the front of Springtide Cavalry.

you can find Kevin Iverson here - https://www.instagram.com/iverson_guitar/

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Credits

Ben Taylor - The Magic Mod

Guest - Kevin Iverson

Intro Music | Da Magic Mod - G-MEN

Production - Adam Payne

(this was a live recording)

Outro Track - Kevin Iverson - The Pier

Sponsorship - Sams Barbershop Belfast

https://www.instagram.com/samsbarbershop_belfast/

This week on Talking to Mod we are joined by Brian Cannon. who established the design agency Microdot in 1990. Microdot created the record sleeve artwork for everything released by Oasis and The Verve in the 90s. Microdot also created artwork for the likes Suede, Cast, Ash, Super Furry Animals and many many more. The Accreditation 'A Microdot Design' adorns over 75 million record sleeves worldwide.

you can find Brian Cannon here - https://www.instagram.com/microdotcreative/

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Credits

Ben Taylor - The Magic Mod

Guest - Brian Cannon

Intro Music | Da Magic Mod - G-MEN

Production - Adam Payne

(this was a live recording)

Sponsorship - Sams Barbershop Belfast

https://www.instagram.com/samsbarbershop_belfast/

This week on Talking to Mod we are joined by Aidan Walsh an Irish Boxer who trains at Holy Family ABC, Belfast. in 2015 Aidan won Gold at light welterweight at the Commonwealth Youth Games, followed by Bronze in Tokyo three years ago and then got a Gold Medal at the Commonwealth Games in 2022

you can find Kyle Dale here - https://www.instagram.com/aidanwalsh997/?hl=en-gb

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Credits

Ben Taylor - The Magic Mod

Guest - Aidan Walsh

Intro Music | Da Magic Mod - G-MEN

Production - Adam Payne

(this was a live recording)

Sponsorship - Sams Barbershop Belfast

https://www.instagram.com/samsbarbershop_belfast/

This week on Talking to Mod we are joined by Kyle Dale best known for running Bittersweet Home Ltd, a trusted source for either buying items or getting your own items signed, Bringing artists and fans together like never before. Kyle gave up his career in financial services to follow a passion after recovering twice from cancer, and now raises thousands every year for various charities.

you can find Kyle Dale here - https://www.instagram.com/kyle.ocg/?igsh=dDJ5M2JtYjQwNGpj

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Credits

Ben Taylor - The Magic Mod

Guest - Kyle Dale

Intro Music | Da Magic Mod - G-MEN

Production - Adam Payne

(this was a live recording)

Sponsorship - Sams Barbershop Belfast

https://www.instagram.com/samsbarbershop_belfast/

This week on Talking to Mod we are joined by Sin City Sideshow. Ireland's most dangerous performers. Starting as a duo back in 2020 practicing knife throwing in the back yard, they have hit the ground running since. Now an essential part of the tattoo convention circuit both internationally and locally, combining sideshow, danger, circus and sexy into one creating Sin City Sideshow.

you can find Sin City Sideshow here - https://www.instagram.com/sincitysideshow

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Credits

Ben Taylor - The Magic Mod

Guest - Sin City Sideshow

Intro Music | Da Magic Mod - G-MEN

Production - Adam Payne

(this was a live recording)

Sponsorship - Sams Barbershop Belfast

https://www.instagram.com/samsbarbershop_belfast/

This week on Talking to Mod we are joined by Tom Ward. Tom is an Australian actor, Writer and Stand Up Comedian. He has supported Ricky Gervais and Joe Lycette on tour and is about go on his second national tour. His TV credits include live at The Apollo, Roast Battle, QI and Stand Up Central.

you can find Tom here - https://www.instagram.com/tomwardcomedian/

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Credits

Ben Taylor - The Magic Mod

Guest - Tom Ward

Intro Music | Da Magic Mod - G-MEN

Production - Adam Payne

(this was a live recording)

Sponsorship - Sams Barbershop Belfast

https://www.instagram.com/samsbarbershop_belfast/

This week on Talking to Mod we are joined by Sally Molloy. In 2022 Sally became the World Nothern Soul Dance champion at the iconic Blackpool Tower Ballroom. Sally's dance career began at the age of 19. Now based in Poole, Dorset Sally continues to bring the spirit of Northern Soul to the South. Her dedication to spreading joy through it in person dance workshop brand Dance Like A Champ.

you can find Matt here - https://www.instagram.com/sally.molloy

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Credits

Ben Taylor - The Magic Mod

Guest - Sally Molloy

Intro Music | Da Magic Mod - G-MEN

Production - Adam Payne

(this was a live recording)

Sponsorship - Sams Barbershop Belfast

https://www.instagram.com/samsbarbershop_belfast/