A Crotchety Podcast

Chris Fordham/David Luck
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Welcome to A Crotchety Podcast! Isn't music a nice thing? We (Chris Fordham and David Luck) certainly think so: as well as playing in a band together, we wanted to share our great love of music with all of you. Truth is, there's FAR too much that doesn't get the love it deserves, so as well as the stuff that everyone's heard of, we'll be introducing you (and each other!) to a ton of tracks we're certain you'll never have heard before! When we say underrated, some of this stuff is so obscure, you can't even listen to it online!! There'll be regular guests and no limits on decade or genre! We hope you'll join us on this journey of discovery with a splash of sense of humour and general chat thrown in!

  1. 4d ago

    Episode 35 - My Career to Date Has Not Involved Any Groupies

    Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! Music fans, if any episode of A Crotchety Podcast turns you onto a new kind of music that you've never really explored, it might just be this one! Chris and David are joined once again by comedian Lizzy Lenco and this week, the question we're asking is what songs might you show to people who aren't normally fans of your favourite areas of music? Whether you would play something less hardcore to slowly ease people into what you listen to or whether there are songs you know that are just so brilliant you think one listen would be enough to convert them, we explore both paths here! Tune in here for reactions to songs by Parkway Drive, Whitesnake, Model Actress and more! If that's not enough, there's a cool crowd surfing story too! Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61584972944086 COPYRIGHT DISCLAIMER We do not own any of the music featured, all rights are those of the respective owners. No copyright infringement intended. Please support the original artists. Under Section 107 of the US Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for 'fair use' for purposes such as as criticism, comment and education. This podcast has been created by us for these purposes. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.

    Episode 35 - My Career to Date Has Not Involved Any Groupies

  2. Oct 27

    Episode 34 - Cruisin' in a Campervan

    Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! Folks, it's time to strap in, fasten your seatbelts, crank up those engines and get those bus passes at the ready, because this week's edition of A Crotchety Podcast is all about songs and artists related to transport! Whether it's travelling at the speed of light, chugging along at a snail's pace or somewhere in between, all are welcome here! (Even campervans) Chris and David react to tracks by Blue Öyster Cult and Manic Street Preachers before speeding through to an adrenaline burst of a song from a video game before closing things off with a track by Iron & Wine, plus a couple of other things in between! Let's hit the road, Jack! P.S. A Crotchety Podcast does not endorse dangerous motoring of any sort. Please drive safely and don't be a moron. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61584972944086 COPYRIGHT DISCLAIMER We do not own any of the music featured, all rights are those of the respective owners. No copyright infringement intended. Please support the original artists. Under Section 107 of the US Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for 'fair use' for purposes such as as criticism, comment and education. This podcast has been created by us for these purposes. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.

    Episode 34 - Cruisin' in a Campervan

  3. Oct 20

    Episode 33 - I Feel My Pulse Oscillating

    Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! Great news music fans: not only are Chris and David back with more great songs, but they have a new guest accompanying them! Joining them for this outing is a mate of David's from the comedy circuit: it's acclaimed comedian and writer Lizzy Lenco! In this episode, Lizzy introduces the boys to something that has been a part of her own life: the concept of 'torch songs'. These are pieces of music that are used to try and bring people out of their darkest moments and back to a better place, whether that's playing them to someone in a coma, using them to help people with brain injuries or dementia, someone listening when they are suffering from depression, or something else entirely. Torch songs are testament to the power that music really wields. Everyone has chosen examples of tracks they could consider to be personal torch songs and these range from acts such as The Sisters of Mercy, Slash and Primal Scream to many others, including a very obscure band called V8 Pack! There's also an anecdote about attacking Jason Momoa, which apparently was accidental...... On a serious note, please do look out for each other and take care of yourselves. We hope our show has been able to bring you some kind of joy but if you are ever in need of help, please talk to someone. It might sound like a cliché, but that's because it works. Remember, there's always someone who's willing to listen and you deserve the best. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61584972944086 COPYRIGHT DISCLAIMER We do not own any of the music featured, all rights are those of the respective owners. No copyright infringement intended. Please support the original artists. Under Section 107 of the US Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for 'fair use' for purposes such as as criticism, comment and education. This podcast has been created by us for these purposes. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.

    Episode 33 - I Feel My Pulse Oscillating

  4. Oct 13

    Episode 32 - Why's the Bass Only Coming Out My Right Ear?

    Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! Have you ever listened to a single B-side and thought it was actually brilliant? That's because there are plenty of great B-side tracks over the years and it's very important to check out these from your favourite artists, because if you don't, chances are you could be missing out on a gem or two! Happily, Chris and David are here to help celebrate the glorious world of B-sides with a bunch of them that they actually consider to be better than their A-sides! Artists featured range from Echo & the Bunnymen to Arctic Monkeys and (shamefully) this show's first ever appearance of The Beatles! We'll see you on the flip-side! Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61584972944086 COPYRIGHT DISCLAIMER We do not own any of the music featured, all rights are those of the respective owners. No copyright infringement intended. Please support the original artists. Under Section 107 of the US Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for 'fair use' for purposes such as as criticism, comment and education. This podcast has been created by us for these purposes. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favour of fair use.

    Episode 32 - Why's the Bass Only Coming Out My Right Ear?

  5. Oct 6

    Episode 31 - You Ain't Got the Minerals!

    Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! Remember when The Jam sang about going underground? Well that's exactly what we're doing in this episode, because not only are there great examples of under the radar tracks and artists, but the connection between all the songs is minerals! Chris and David are joined once again by sci-fi enthusiast and all-round creative Donna Scott for a dig around to see what valuables can be found: here, they bring treasures from the likes of Pendulum, TV On the Radio, Deftones, All About Eve plus many more! As an added bonus, mining for great music doesn't need to be a health and safety nightmare! Not necessarily...... Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61584972944086 COPYRIGHT DISCLAIMER We do not own any of the music featured, all rights are those of the respective owners. No copyright infringement intended. Please support the original artists. Under Section 107 of the US Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for 'fair use' for purposes such as as criticism, comment and education. This podcast has been created by us for these purposes. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.

    Episode 31 - You Ain't Got the Minerals!

  6. Sep 29

    Episode 30 - Baby by Bieber Is So Aggressive

    Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! Greetings everyone! Who remembers the heatwave we had in the UK a while ago? Well, Chris and David are here to bring back wonderful memories of all the unpleasantries that period brought with an episode themed around temperature! Tune in from 12pm Tuesday from Spotify, Amazon, Apple, Youtube or any of the usual platforms for reactions to great tracks by Mumford & Sons, Cold War Kids, The Menzingers and several others plus general chat and moaning about how unbearable the heat was earlier this year! Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61584972944086 COPYRIGHT DISCLAIMER We do not own any of the music featured, all rights are those of the respective owners. No copyright infringement intended. Please support the original artists. Under Section 107 of the US Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for 'fair use' for purposes such as as criticism, comment and education. This podcast has been created by us for these purposes. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.

    Episode 30 - Baby by Bieber Is So Aggressive

  7. Sep 22

    Episode 29 - Seven Hours at Glastonbury Looking for His Teeth

    Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! Welcome music fans! Not only do Chris and David have some more fantastic tunes to share with you, but they are joined by a brand new guest! This man is a comedy promoter who gave David his first ever stand-up gig (for better or worse) as well as a huge music fan, DJ and very regular concert-goer: it's Nottingham-based entertainer Mike Bottomley A.K.A. Spiky Mike! This show is also guaranteed to bring you some stellar song choices because the guys have picked songs from what they consider to be non-skip albums. Amongst the offerings on display are ones from Sex Pistols, Boston, The Prodigy and The Flaming Lips! Oh, and the episode title doesn't refer to anyone featured, honestly. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61584972944086 Funhouse Comedy gigs can be found here: https://funhousecomedy.co.uk/ COPYRIGHT DISCLAIMER We do not own any of the music featured, all rights are those of the respective owners. No copyright infringement intended. Please support the original artists. Under Section 107 of the US Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for 'fair use' for purposes such as as criticism, comment and education. This podcast has been created by us for these purposes. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.

    Episode 29 - Seven Hours at Glastonbury Looking for His Teeth

  8. Sep 15

    Episode 28 - If This Was a Steam Review, It's a Thumbs Down

    Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! It's no expenses spared whatsoever this time! Chris and David are throwing all cares for expenses and costs out the window with no expert guidance whatsoever. Martin Lewis would be (potentially) delighted because today's episode is all about..........money! Sadly, there's no sign of ABBA here. Instead, this is a showcase of great tunes by Placebo, Simply Red, The Reytons and more! What's more, the boys managed the whole recording without ranting for too long about the downsides of capitalism! They really tried their best. NOTE: We would like to say that at time of recording, we were unaware of the allegations against 2 members of COIN which led to the group's disbandment in 2025 Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61584972944086 COPYRIGHT DISCLAIMER We do not own any of the music featured, all rights are those of the respective owners. No copyright infringement intended. Please support the original artists. Under Section 107 of the US Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for 'fair use' for purposes such as as criticism, comment and education. This podcast has been created by us for these purposes. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.

    Episode 28 - If This Was a Steam Review, It's a Thumbs Down
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Welcome to A Crotchety Podcast! Isn't music a nice thing? We (Chris Fordham and David Luck) certainly think so: as well as playing in a band together, we wanted to share our great love of music with all of you. Truth is, there's FAR too much that doesn't get the love it deserves, so as well as the stuff that everyone's heard of, we'll be introducing you (and each other!) to a ton of tracks we're certain you'll never have heard before! When we say underrated, some of this stuff is so obscure, you can't even listen to it online!! There'll be regular guests and no limits on decade or genre! We hope you'll join us on this journey of discovery with a splash of sense of humour and general chat thrown in!

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  • Creator
    Chris Fordham/David Luck
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    35
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Chris Fordham/David Luck 2025
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    A Crotchety Podcast