33 episodes

For music and pop culture lovers looking for an authentic and light-hearted take on the week in music… with broadcasters and music fanatics Annie Macmanus and Nick Grimshaw

Sidetracked with Annie and Nick BBC Sounds

    • Music
    • 4.9 • 17 Ratings

For music and pop culture lovers looking for an authentic and light-hearted take on the week in music… with broadcasters and music fanatics Annie Macmanus and Nick Grimshaw

    Double Taylor Swift, Resurrecting Rappers and the Northern Graceland

    Double Taylor Swift, Resurrecting Rappers and the Northern Graceland

    31 tracks and over 2 hours – is Taylor Swift’s ‘The Tortured Poets Department’ proof that albums are getting longer? Elsewhere, why Grimmy is on the news in India and Drake’s brought Tupac back to life. Plus, an apology to Mrs Blobby and recruiting for a Harry Styles tour guide.

    Get in touch with Annie and Nick! If you’re over 16 WhatsApp 079700 82700 or email sidetracked@bbc.co.uk

    Sidetracked is all about taking a look at the things Annie Macmanus and Nick Grimshaw have loved (and perhaps more importantly not loved) from the world of music. A week in music, a week in Annie and Nick’s lives, this is the destination for music and pop culture lovers looking for an authentic and light-hearted take on the week’s most compelling stories… getting seriously sidetracked along the way.

    Sidetracked is a BBC Audio Production for BBC Sounds – new episodes drop every Thursday.

    • 34 min
    Coachella Highs (and Lows), Amy Winehouse Biopic and Cardi B’s Driving School

    Coachella Highs (and Lows), Amy Winehouse Biopic and Cardi B’s Driving School

    A nightmare DJ set, influencer Olympics and the return of Will Smith – the highs and lows of Coachella’s opening weekend. Elsewhere, the Amy Winehouse biopic ‘Back to Black’ was released to mixed reviews but is it too soon for a film like this? Plus, driving lessons with Cardi B, rap beef gone panto and listener Bally might have ruined Annie’s Glastonbury set.

    Get in touch with Annie and Nick! If you’re over 16 WhatsApp 079700 82700 or email sidetracked@bbc.co.uk

    Sidetracked is all about taking a look at the things Annie Macmanus and Nick Grimshaw have loved (and perhaps more importantly not loved) from the world of music. A week in music, a week in Annie and Nick’s lives, this is the destination for music and pop culture lovers looking for an authentic and light-hearted take on the week’s most compelling stories… getting seriously sidetracked along the way.

    Sidetracked is a BBC Audio Production for BBC Sounds – new episodes drop every Thursday.

    • 31 min
    Courtney Love’s Karaoke, Humility in Hip Hop and Pop Star Regrets

    Courtney Love’s Karaoke, Humility in Hip Hop and Pop Star Regrets

    Courtney Love reviews Grimmy's karaoke rendition of ‘Celebrity Skin’. Elsewhere, humility in Hip Hop - J Cole has stepped up (then right back down again) with his Kendrick diss track. Plus, Billie Eilish is back, Annie needs help soothing her Glastonbury anxiety and our favourite pop star's biggest regrets.

    Get in touch with Annie and Nick! If you’re over 16 WhatsApp 079700 82700 or email sidetracked@bbc.co.uk

    Sidetracked is all about taking a look at the things Annie Macmanus and Nick Grimshaw have loved (and perhaps more importantly not loved) from the world of music. A week in music, a week in Annie and Nick’s lives, this is the destination for music and pop culture lovers looking for an authentic and light-hearted take on the week’s most compelling stories… getting seriously sidetracked along the way.

    Sidetracked is a BBC Audio Production for BBC Sounds – new episodes drop every Thursday.

    • 32 min
    Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter, Eminem’s April Fool and Special Guest Munya Chawawa

    Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter, Eminem’s April Fool and Special Guest Munya Chawawa

    Yeehaw or No Ma'am? Comedian Munya Chawawa joins Nick Grimshaw as they explore Beyoncé’s new album ‘Cowboy Carter’ - from Stevie Wonder’s harmonica to recruiting the horse on the cover. Elsewhere, Eminem’s pranking his fans for April Fool’s Day and Nicki Minaj puts her audience on the spot. Plus, why did Snoop Dogg order 200 towels, who fell asleep at The Rolling Stones and do you know every lyric to one song?

    Get in touch with Annie and Nick! If you’re over 16 WhatsApp 079700 82700 or email sidetracked@bbc.co.uk

    Sidetracked is all about taking a look at the things Annie Macmanus and Nick Grimshaw have loved (and perhaps more importantly not loved) from the world of music. A week in music, a week in Annie and Nick’s lives, this is the destination for music and pop culture lovers looking for an authentic and light-hearted take on the week’s most compelling stories… getting seriously sidetracked along the way.

    Sidetracked is a BBC Audio Production for BBC Sounds – new episodes drop every Thursday.

    • 33 min
    Kendrick vs Drake, DJing Dilemmas and Bowie’s TV Habits

    Kendrick vs Drake, DJing Dilemmas and Bowie’s TV Habits

    Beef is on the menu for Kendrick Lamar – do Drake and J Cole still have a seat at the table? Elsewhere, how Coronation Street helped David Bowie on tour and listener Jake proposes a solution for musicians on streaming. Plus, DJing and self-worth - Annie and Nick dissect what it’s really like to be behind the decks.

    Get in touch with Annie and Nick! If you’re over 16 WhatsApp 079700 82700 or email sidetracked@bbc.co.uk

    Sidetracked is all about taking a look at the things Annie Macmanus and Nick Grimshaw have loved (and perhaps more importantly not loved) from the world of music. A week in music, a week in Annie and Nick’s lives, this is the destination for music and pop culture lovers looking for an authentic and light-hearted take on the week’s most compelling stories… getting seriously sidetracked along the way.

    • 30 min
    Make Way For Raye, Glastonbury Headliners and Pop Star Conspiracies

    Make Way For Raye, Glastonbury Headliners and Pop Star Conspiracies

    Pop star conspiracy theories with comedian Joanne McNally who joins Sidetracked to talk about ‘Who Replaced Avril Lavigne?’ Elsewhere, Annie and Nick stand up for SZA as they react to the Glastonbury Headliners and Raye ‘hits the ground sprinting’ as she makes her O2 Arena debut. Plus, advice from Ariana Grande’s grandma and Justin Timberlake’s questionable snacks.

    Get in touch with Annie and Nick! If you’re over 16 WhatsApp 079700 82700 or email sidetracked@bbc.co.uk

    Sidetracked is all about taking a look at the things Annie Macmanus and Nick Grimshaw have loved (and perhaps more importantly not loved) from the world of music. A week in music, a week in Annie and Nick’s lives, this is the destination for music and pop culture lovers looking for an authentic and light-hearted take on the week’s most compelling stories… getting seriously sidetracked along the way.

    Sidetracked is a BBC Audio Production for BBC Sounds – new episodes drop every Thursday.

    • 35 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
17 Ratings

17 Ratings

Reggi33 ,

Never miss a week

Light , entertaining and fun

IrishMJM ,

Perfect balance ….

…..Of inside track and light conversation n giggles. I wait for this to drop each week. Brilliant stuff .

LouiseRush ,

Loving the craic!

Really enjoying the new podcast and the silliness and energy between Annie and Nick. I rarely LOL whilst listening to a podcast (!) but this really brightens my day. Music info and stories are top notch!!

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