Songs From a Padded Envelope

Songs From A Padded Envelope
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Songs From a Padded Envelope

Songs From a Padded Envelope is a music and culture podcast which unearths lost demo tapes and the hears the stories of the people behind them.

  1. Episode #66: Kate Wright and Richard King / Movietone & Planet Records (Bristol, UK)

    JAN 24

    Episode #66: Kate Wright and Richard King / Movietone & Planet Records (Bristol, UK)

    Welcome to episode #66 and a chance to be in the room with two old friends recalling their creative adventures together. Not Ben and Steve but Kate Wright and Richard King whose story unfurls in this epsiode through some warm and wonderful memory sharing of musical endeavours in Bristol. Heartfelt thanks to them both for this unique episode and allowing us all to sit in on their catching up. Love and thanks Ben and Steve xx Richard King Movietone Planet Records on Discogs

    1h 14m
  2. Episode #65: Nick Melia and Matt Walsh / Navigator (Norwich, UK)

    JAN 1

    Episode #65: Nick Melia and Matt Walsh / Navigator (Norwich, UK)

    Welcome to episode #65 and a really enjoyable chat with Nick and Matt from the very excellent, Navigator. This is a fascinating insight into a quintessential underground band whose work deserves your time and attention, especially following the context and set up offered up here by Nick and Matt. Our thanks to them both for coming onto the podcast and sharing the demo you'll hear at the end. A space to watch for sure. Links to check them out below - a fine way to begin 2025! Love and thanks Ben and Steve xx Wrong Speed Records Navigator wiki

    1h 16m
  3. Episode #64: Edwin R Stevens / Web of Lies (Glasgow, UK)

    12/20/2024

    Episode #64: Edwin R Stevens / Web of Lies (Glasgow, UK)

    Welcome to episode #64 and a hugely enjoyable conversation with the very excellent, Edwin R Stevens. A laid back and wide-ranging affair, this episode slowly unfurls to reveal the adventures and passions of the singular talent that is Edwin. Lots of links below to explore Edwin's work, which is recommended, for sure. Love and thanks Ben and Steve xx https://edwinrstevens.com/ https://theweboflies.bandcamp.com/album/nude-with-demon https://www.instagram.com/hotcheddar/ https://www.theskinny.co.uk/music/interviews/spotlight-on-edwin-r-stevens https://urbanistamagazine.uk/emyr-glyn-williams-1966-2024/ PODCAST SOCIALS https://www.instagram.com/padded_envelope/ https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VakHyyuHbFV7GkyHhT05

    1h 13m
  4. Episode #63: Paul Simpson / The Wild Swans (Dublin, Ireland)

    12/06/2024

    Episode #63: Paul Simpson / The Wild Swans (Dublin, Ireland)

    As Ben says at the start of this episode, settle down by the fire for the stories and recollections of the wonderful, Paul Simpson. Paul is a legendary figure from the Liverpool post-punk scene, exemplified within the pages of his stellar memoire, Revolutionary Spirit. This episode comes with a money-back guarantee, no questions asked and if you don't buy Paul's book, the ghost of John Peel is coming round to break wind in your kitchen. Huge thanks to Paul for coming onto the show. Love and thanks, Ben and Steve xx REVOLUTIONARY SPIRIT: A POST-PUNK EXORCISM The Wild Swans on Discogs

    1h 11m
  5. Episode #62: Daniel Whelan and Alex Gale / Ice Cold in Alex (London, UK)

    11/15/2024

    Episode #62: Daniel Whelan and Alex Gale / Ice Cold in Alex (London, UK)

    We are back once more, with a brand new episode of Songs From a Padded Envelope which features a hugely enjoyable conversation with Daniel and Alex, fellow podcast hosts and frequenters of venues and rehearsal rooms around London in years gone by. An episode for the SFaPE purists to restart our show and we're hugely grateful to Alex and Daniel for coming on and being such generous guests for this return episode. Definitely check out their fantastic Hellish podcast via the link below. We're happy to be back! Love and thanks Ben and Steve xx Hellish podcast Video for Lament by Ice Cold in Alex

    1h 21m
  6. Rewind #10: Joe Thompson / Stanton (London, UK)

    11/11/2024

    Rewind #10: Joe Thompson / Stanton (London, UK)

    Finally, in our Rewind series, Ben has chosen our episode with the brilliant, Joe Thompson. In this episode we were joined by Joe for a fascinating conversation which centred around his involvement in the underground/DIY music scene. Once we had both read Joe’s Sleevenotes book that tracked his journey as a musician it was a no-brainer that we had to invite on the podcast. An inspirational conversation that points the way about how to do things differently. Joe has helmed the marvellous Hey Colossus for 20 years and you owe it to yourself to go grab a copy of their mighty new record, ‘In Blood’ – released through Joe’s label Wrong Speed Records. Steve and Ben x https://wrongspeedrecords.bandcamp.com/artists https://thequietus.com/quietus-reviews/album-of-the-week/hey-colossus-in-blood-review/ https://www.pomonauk.com/

    1h 24m
  7. Rewind #9: Cathal Coughlan (London, UK)

    11/08/2024

    Rewind #9: Cathal Coughlan (London, UK)

    Steve's final Rewind selection is the episode with the one and only Cathal Coughlan. Three iterations of the gorgeous, Officer Material, guide us through this fascinating conversation with the maestro, recorded just a few months before his tragic and untimely passing. A treasured episode and well worth your time. Love and thanks Steve and Ben xx https://ffm.to/cathalcoughlanplaylist

    1h 11m
  8. Rewind #8: John Schmersal / Brainiac, John Stewart Mill, Enon, Crooks on Tape, Vertical Scratchers (LA, USA)

    11/04/2024

    Rewind #8: John Schmersal / Brainiac, John Stewart Mill, Enon, Crooks on Tape, Vertical Scratchers (LA, USA)

    Tracking back in time to take a glorious run through on John’s life as a musician. John has described himself as the custodian of the Brainiac archives, which enabled him to collate the recent and rather spectacular Attic Tapes release.  Listen in to get a unique opportunity to hear 5 demos that stretch across John’s career and how these came together! Love and thanks Steve and Ben xx https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brainiac_(band) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7974564/  Brainiac film ‘Transmissions After Zero’ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Enon_(band) https://www.discogs.com/release/19117981-Brainiac-Attic-Tapes

    1h 45m
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Songs From a Padded Envelope is a music and culture podcast which unearths lost demo tapes and the hears the stories of the people behind them.

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  • Creator
    Songs From A Padded Envelope
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    77
  • Rating
    Explicit
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