The Playlist Podcast

Forget Freddie, Jagger, and Liam. On this episode of The Playlist Podcast, we’re skipping the tired, predictable lists and shining a light on 24 of our favourite frontpeople. From magnetic stage presence to raw, undeniable attitude, we’re highlighting the icons who truly run the show from our perspective.

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Drop the beat, Alan and Paul are taking it right back to the golden era.

Welcome to Episode 32, and the explosive first installment of our brand-new three-part hip-hop trilogy! We're kicking things off in the 1980s—the foundational decade when sampling was raw, lyricism was sharp, and the culture blew up worldwide.

In this session, Alan and Paul dig into their crates to pull out some of the absolute greatest hip-hop tracks from the decade that started it all. Expect old-school beats, heavy-hitting pioneers, and plenty of friendly debate over who brought the stronger playlist to the table.

Strap in, because this is only part one. The 90s and 2000s-and-beyond are waiting in the wings.

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This week's playlist comes from the most vintage of genres, the wonderful world of Classic Rock.  And in true Classic Rock style, its a bit of an epic! 

Alan and Paul are joined by their good friend Paul Clark Jr, who knows this rodeo inside out having spent his youth travelling around the world touring with classic rock acts. Nothing is off the table with this week's episode!

Expect big hair, big riffs, and big tunes! 

PS.  What do you mean there's no Queen of Lynyrd Skynyrd on here?!

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Episode 30: Superstar DJs (Here We Go!)

This week on The Playlist Podcast, Alan and Paul celebrate the icons, pioneers, and hitmakers who defined club culture: The Superstar DJs.

From the legendary pioneers who laid the foundations in New York and Ibiza to the global powerhouse producers dominating stadiums today, we’ve put together a 30-track main-stage set. Expect heavyweights and floor-fillers from the likes of Calvin Harris, Roger Sanchez, David Morales, and plenty more.

As always, it’s not just a run-through of the massive chart-toppers. We’re digging into our favourite main-room anthems, house classics, and those hidden gem club mixes that defined forgotten weekends.

• 30 tracks celebrating the legends behind the decks.
• From pioneer house and classic Ibiza vibes to modern festival bangers.
• The ultimate tribute to four-on-the-floor culture.

Turn the speakers up, dim the lights, and let us supply the soundtrack to your weekend.

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This week Alan and Paul each provide their own soundtrack for an Alternative Wedding Playlist.    All the Wedding DJ staples are out the window as the boys replace well know classics with some alternative wedding bangers.    From classic rock to vintage soul, G Funk to Madchester, all bases are covered! 

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It’s the oldest debate in rock ’n’ roll history, and this week on The Playlist Podcast, we are finally picking sides.

The concept is simple: 30 tracks, two legendary catalogues, and one massive battle for musical supremacy. Paul is stepping into the ring for the gritty, blues-infused camp of The Rolling Stones, while Alan flies the flag for the songwriting wizardry of The Beatles.

Instead of just spinning the obvious, predictable mega-hits, we’ve each curated 15 tracks that balance our absolute personal favourites with some brilliant, lesser-known deep cuts and hidden gems that deserve the spotlight.

• The Fab Four vs. The Greatest Rock 'n' Roll Band in the World.
• Melody vs. Riff.
• Maccas vs. Keef.

Who put together the ultimate 15-track showcase? Did your favourite deep cut make the cut? Pull up a chair, grab a drink, and dive into the ultimate British invasion face-off.

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As the Playlist Podcast celebrates their first birthday on our 27th Episode, Alan and Paul turn their attentions to the notorious '27 Club' and pay homage to 24 classic artists who have sadly passed away into music history, and pair each up with an contemporary act who we argue has been heavily inspired by their work and carry on their legacy. 

Listen in to hear how a 1930s Blues Icon can be connected to a modern day Hip Hop Legend.

Also, stick around at the end of the episode for our review of our first year of podcasts! 

Check out the playlist for the podcast on Apple Music and Spotify: 

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Ole! 

The 2026 Fifa World Cup has finally arrived, and Alan and Paul are taking trip through the music of 22 of the countries which have qualified to create an Alternative World Cup playlist to soundtrack your tournament! 

From South Korea to Haiti, we uncover a selection of bangers and make our predictions for how each will perform at the event. 

Please Scotland, just don't come home too soon....

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Grab your Fred Perry and dust off the Converse—this week, Alan and Paul are diving deep into the 2000s Indie Dancefloor.

While the mid-to-late noughties were often criticised for a "landfill" of formulaic guitar bands, we’re here to prove that the era gave us some absolute crackers. From the spiky post-punk revival to the synth-heavy anthems that filled the clubs of Sheffield and Camden, we’re sifting through the noise to find the tracks that still stand up today.

Whether you were there in the thick of the "New Rock Revolution" or you’re just discovering the jangly guitars and four-to-the-floor beats for the first time, this episode is a celebration of a misunderstood era of British music.

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Paul and Alan are diving back into the vault for the highly anticipated sequel: Summer Bangers 2. After the massive response to their first summer deep dive, the duo has returned to curate the ultimate soundtrack for your backyard BBQs, road trips, and beach days.

From forgotten poolside gems to the anthems that define the season, Paul and Alan break down why these tracks hit different when the sun is out. Grab a cold drink, turn up the volume, and let’s keep the summer rolling.

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