Two Beats Apart

Sometimes, behind a cheery little ditty, a far darker journey beckons. In this second instalment of Life in Lyrics, Jolien and John continue delving into the true inspirations behind some memorable tracks…brace yourself, the forecast is dark but may contain hope!

Gen X England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 vs Millennial Belgium 🇧🇪.

Headphones on. 🎧

Intro/Outro music ‘The Night That Followed’ performed by The Zu Zu Cats – Thx guys x.

Episode playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3gDebbKJ0cb4FDWWM55lDj?si=2e333d81e7564e89

Story telling through the medium of music is of course nothing new to us. Be it broken hearts, teenage angst or raging against the machine but what are the real stories behind some of our favourite tunes. Jolien and John delve into the true inspirations behind some of our favourite tracks…and some of them are pretty dark so, buckle up!

Headphones on. 🎧

Intro/Outro music ‘The Night That Followed’ performed by The Zu Zu Cats – Thx guys x.

Episode playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6COFUFNUYZ6YlyDC7MxExR?si=476183c4baf7424f

In their landmark double-digit episode, John and Jolien venture into the small screen. They explore their favourite themes and music from within the shows that resonated with them. As you would expect there is a crazy mix up of genres and music.

Gen-X England & Millennial Belgium. 🇬🇧 🇧🇪

Headphones on. 🎧

Intro/Outro music ‘The Night That Followed’ performed by The Zu Zu Cats – Thx guys x.

Episode playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5UmXkdPglQ85HRFXTVs4Sh?si=e77a65a86a404f8c

Spine chilling violins, thunderous drums, pop, rock and synthesisers. Jolien and John discuss their memories and favourite scores and songs from the big screen. The power of music forging memories alongside the cool quotes and scenes.

Gen-X England vs Millennial Belgium. Headphones on!

Intro/Outro music ‘The Night That Followed’ performed by The Zu Zu Cats – Thx guys x.

Episode Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4Jasj3T2jPAVLwXGJI6I5R?si=b599625a2cfb4302

Through riffs, rhythms, and rebellion: Jolien and John explore the women who dared to lead, break rules, and make music that still resonates. From powerful peaceful protests to historical moments, their voices continue to shape the soundtrack of musical history.

Gen-X England vs Millennial Belgium. Headphones on.

Intro/Outro music ‘The Night That Followed’ performed by The Zu Zu Cats – Thx guys x.

Episode playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0grPzQ3XY7hF7e4hUnGdkk?si=c09361f8119d4279

Jolien's top 150:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1w9qb97kErcDSE2XfuCDUT?si=d83559c0b61a4dcb

Shows, stages and studio sessions. Throughout time music has always thrived on connection. Jolien and John explore iconic duets, powerhouse ballads and genre-bending crossovers. Creative chemistry you just can’t fake when artists dare to share the mic.

Gen-X England vs Millennial Belgium. Headphones on.

Intro/Outro music ‘The Night That Followed’ performed by The Zu Zu Cats – Thx guys x.

Episode playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0BS9vQRsshYG0pjYZnu827?si=84ad74fb2a244206

From bone flutes to iPhones, music has always influenced the way we move.
John and Jolien explore our personal relationship with music, the tech that changed listening forever, and the tracks that flip the switch for exercise.
Gen-X England vs Millennial Belgium. Headphones on.

Intro/Outro music ‘The Night That Followed’ performed by The Zu Zu Cats – Thx guys x.

Episode Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7eG62nf9clUlQazhLr3wkV?si=6f6186ee14d84ccf

Happy New Year!

It’s 2026 but we take one last look at 2025 and Jolien's favourite musical countdown. Studio Brussel's De Tijdloze (The Timeless) countdown is not just any chart; in Belgium it is THE chart. Friends, family, work colleagues are all locked in discussions about the ups and downs, entries and exits, and listening to some fine music too.

A Gen X’er from England and a Millennial from Belgium discuss the Top 100 of the most epic tracks.

Intro/Outro music ‘The Night That Followed’ performed by The Zu Zu Cats – Thx guys x.

Episode playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2U9RjG1QRcfYVjmOYKg9pd?si=25062bb80d1c4cbe

Special thanks to our main source for the episode: https://tijdloze.rocks/

Merry Christmas, Ya Filthy Animals!! John and Jolien discuss a little history, family festive memories and tunes that got their tinsel twinkling. A Gen X’er from England and a Millennial from Belgium wax lyrical about the most wonderful time of the Year.

Intro/Outro music ‘The Night That Followed’ performed by The Zu Zu Cats – Thx guys x.

Episode Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/408WntA9OVPPu65213H0zT?si=e43e29380da54801

John and Jolien reflect on the year as it ends. They discuss the artists and the albums that they loved as well as musical events that rocked them. A Gen X’er from England and a Millennial from Belgium wax lyrical about all things 2025 with a sprinkling of fun facts!

Intro/Outro music ‘The Night That Followed’ performed by The Zu Zu Cats – Thx guys x.

Episode Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2LgEOMwpCtQ6TISZoJErpu?si=6784a7bf0ded4f6e