The Gig Stories Podcast
gigstoriespodA celebration of gigs, venues, festivals and the live music experience - hosted by TV presenter Alex Winters and music photographer Chris Payne. .
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 46 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Categories | Music InterviewsMusicMusic Commentary | ||||
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Chris is joined by singer, songwriter and founder member of Dodgy, Nigel Clark in a special live episode recorded at the North of England Centre for Music & Arts in the beautiful Yorkshire town of Marsden. It's a new arts centre on the canalside just... more
Chesney Hawkes burst onto our screens and radios in 1991, starring with Roger Daltrey in “Buddy’s Song” and topping the UK charts for five weeks with “The One And Only”. We chatted to Chesney about auditioning for “Buddy’s Song”, learning to play pia... more
Rather than write a bit of blurb about our guest, DJ Paulette, here's what it says on the back cover of her fantastic new book, "Welcome To The Club - The Life and Lessons of a Black Woman DJ".
"One of the Hacienda's first female DJs, DJ Paulette ha... more
Our latest episode is with founding member of Elbow, drummer Richard Jupp. We chat about U2, Elbow's iconic performance at Glastonbury in 2014, how the band came about, and strange exchanges with audiences at stadium gigs.
Please note: this episode ... more
Pat Nevin played football for Chelsea, Everton, Kilmarnock, Tranmere, Clyde and Motherwell - earning 28 caps for Scotland in the process. The nippy midfielder now graces our radiowaves as one of BBC 5Live’s most respected pundits. His latest book, “T... more
Dr Susan Rogers is a sound engineer and record producer best known for being Prince’s studio engineer during his commercial peak - think Purple Rain, Parade, Sign O' The Times. She is also the author of "This is What It Sounds Like: What the Music Yo... more
We're (nearly) back! We've been sorting out a PLETHORA of interviews to bring you in the next few weeks, but in the meantime, here's our third compilation of favourite bits including Eddi Reader, Ren Harvieu, Manda Rin, Ralph Rolle, Anna Doble, Howar... more
Here’s a bit of a special episode for you - Alex and Chris travelled to Kendal Calling and recorded a live episode in the woods with Trampolene’s wonderful Jack Jones.
We chat about Pink Floyd, Pete Doherty, Dylan - and nicking a car to go and see L... more
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- Great listen!
Really good guests, great vibe between the hosts, laid back and conversation based. It’s a really lovely listen and a must for music fans!
Apple Podcasts5TomDavies81
United Kingdom2 years ago - Gig Stories Podcast
Great listen!
Apple Podcasts5Finn da boss 1United Kingdom3 years ago A fantastic podcast that really build upon tha feeling we all get at concerts "How is this so awesome?". This podcast serves to help us find our own answers. A podcast of enlightenment.
Podchaser54 years agoAlexander TurnerIt's getting better all the time...
Podchaser54 years agoChris Payne- Love live music? Then this is for you
If you just can’t get enough of the thrill and adrenaline of going to a gig, then you will love this podcast. A varied selection of artists but all with that same love of live music. Alex and Chris have a friendly, easy to listen to manner. I love it! Plus now I’m a bit in love with Nick Heywood!
Apple Podcasts5WelshNellUnited Kingdom4 years ago - Like a cuddle for your ears
You know when an old friend pops over unexpectedly with some beers? That’s the feeling you get when a new ep of the Gig Stories podcast drops. Listenable, entertaining & joyous, like a cuddle for your ears. It you want to be filled with happy, subscribe.
Apple Podcasts5Manchester MumUnited Kingdom4 years ago - Superb podcast
Love this podcast, it’s full of tales which are funny, informative and amazing.
The lads are laid back and it’s like the interviewee has known them a long time. Look forward to more
Apple Podcasts5biffa1976United Kingdom4 years ago - The best new Podcast of 2021
Alex and Chris are like two friends who ride translucent steeds whilst shooting flaming arrows across the bridge of Hemdale en route to the mists of Avalon.
The 2 hosts patter is so genuine and comes from a place of love , a love of live music and no matter how big a name the guest is there is no Muso chin stroking , it sounds like you and your mates when you first discovered Springsteen or Bowie, you get taken on the guests journey with them when they talk about their background and what mus... more
Apple Podcasts5Hughes , Paul HughesUnited Kingdom4 years ago - ✨Promising new pod✨
Only listened to the Nick Heyward one, so far, but loved it ☺️ Cheers
Apple Podcasts5SocksyGUnited Kingdom5 years ago - If you like live music you’ll love this
Only recently discovered this but working my way through the episodes. Engaging chat and like the format of fixed discussions as part of the show e.g first gig, loudest gig, etc as this is something any concert goer can relate to.
Apple Podcasts5Berwick RangerUnited Kingdom5 years ago
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