NO ENCORE

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We missed you, we missed you. NO ENCORE returns with checkerboard Vans, three-quarter-length shorts, Warped Tour t-shirt, and lip ring - side piercing, natch - all in tow as we stage-dive head-first into the career of rambunctious, implosive San Diego pop-punk icons Blink-182. Dave Hanratty and Sonic Architect Adam welcome arts journalist and broadcaster, and dedicated Blink disciple Chris Wasser - he has the ink to prove it - to the studio co-host chair in honour of the recently reformed trio's hopeful return to Dublin in the coming days. Hopeful in that the mood in the Blink camp is quite harmonious these days, and hopeful in the sense that oh for the love of god please let the gig actually go ahead this time, thank you.Don't miss out on exclusive Patreon bonus content - episode two of the NO ENCORE Film Club lands this Sunday, talking divisive Danny Boyle and Leonardo DiCaprio team-up The Beach. Hit up patreon.com/noencore for access. ACT ONE: A preamble in which we ramble. ACT TWO (9:40): Melvin Benn brings the curtain down on Electric Picnic for another year, Ireland officially inspires David Grohl and the Foo Fighters which also sparks a lengthy chat about criticism, a Donald Trump/Taylor Swift collision, James Hetfield auctions himself off, Olivia Rodrigo embraces a cat-like lifestyle, and Disney goes pop-punk - it's the news! ACT THREE (42:17): Top 5 Blink-182 Songs.-Follow Chris Wasser on X / Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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This ain't a scene, it's a goddamn podcast. Normal business resumes following last week's debut Film Club offering as Hugh Carr of iRadio fame returns to the co-host microphone, and he's got five bulletproof Fall Out Boy songs with him in honour of this week's rather nostalgia-fuelled main event. Throw in a stacked news section and it's all to play for on NO ENCORE this week. Don't forget, you can get this and every new NO ENCORE episode 24 hours early and ad-free, AND additional bonus audio content by signing up to Patreon.com/NOENCORE.ACT ONE (4:20): Following the tragic and untimely passing of Eoin French aka Talos, we try to find some words to honour the man's memory and the wonderful music he leaves behind. ACT TWO (10:10): Our weekly news section features a typically ebullient Melvin Benn, the Olympics closing ceremony overloading Shazam, Nine Inch Nails providing a valid reason to see a Jared Leto movie, Kurt Cobain sparking a thoroughly modern debate, Ian Wright being awesome, a producer of a classic pop song sounding off, and the most important songs of Bryan Danielson's life. ACT THREE (45:25): Top 5 Fall Out Boy Songs.-Follow Hugh Carr on Instagram / X / TikTokListen to Seansalaíthe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A change of pace this week as we introduce our new stream of Patreon-exclusive bonus content with a feature-length free sample. Joining the already-established Album Club is the NO ENCORE Film Club, in which Dave Hanratty and ex-Le Galaxie hitman Michael Pope convene to discuss the plot mechanics, onscreen standout performances, offscreen production anecdotes, and overall pop culture legacy of a chosen film. Unlike the currently-on-hiatus NO POPCORN, there does not need to be a music-related connection to the motion picture in question, so it’s a free-for-all of cinematic offerings - both good and bad - that take our fancy. And so the boys kick things off in boisterous cyberpunk style with 1995 box office bomb turned cult favourite - HACKERS. A chilling vision of things to come, or a crazy swing-and-miss attempt to capture sexy technological zeitgeist and future all at once? Dave and Michael run through the plot, soundtrack, casting, and general notoriety of a film that confounded critics yet created a die-hard community that persists to this day. The first episode of Film Club is free to all ears. Subsequent episodes will be housed exclusively at patreon.com/noencore and will drop on the second Sunday of the month, alternating between new episodes of Album Club. If you like what you hear and want more, please consider supporting our show. And remember; HACK THE PLANET~!-Follow Dave and Michael on Letterboxd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Battle rap enthusiast Rudi Kinsella takes the coveted 'featured artist' tag as this week's NO ENCORE co-host, and he's only here to run down a bunch of off days and cash grabs by some of the best in the verbal business. It's time to highlight some of the best rappers in the game unleashing some of their most pathetic work ever recorded, all in the name of a special guest verse on someone else's track. Meanwhile, there's a.... fairly quiet news section. One of those weeks, sorry! Don't forget, you can get this and every new NO ENCORE episode 24 hours early and ad-free, AND additional bonus audio content by signing up to Patreon.com/NOENCORE.ACT ONE (7:05): Dave Matthews provokes an odious story, Green Day piss off the MAGA crowd, Gojira rock and shock the Olympic Games, the Sinéad O'Connor waxwork upsets everyone, and will we ever be free of The Kooks? It's the news. ACT TWO (40:21): Top 5 Bad Features by Good Rappers.-Follow Rudi Kinsella on Twitter/XFollow Rudi Kinsella on InstagramFollow Rudi Kinsella on TikTok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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This month, Sonic Architect Adam returns to the visual realm of the music industry for the first since late 2022 to speak to photographer (and sometimes tour manager and guitar tech) Glen Bollard.If you have any interest in live shows or follow any Irish music publications, there's a 99% chance you've seen one of Glen's pictures. He's photographed acts on-stage such as Billie Eilish, Metallica, Foo Fighters, Hozier, Post Malone, U2, Elton John and Stevie Wonder, as well as shooting live album covers for the likes of You Me At Six, and has had a shot of Biffy Clyro adorn the covers of Total Guitar Magazine. In this episode we discuss the inspirations and connections from the music world to the visual, as well as the many pinch-points of the industry in what could be one of the most open and honest discussions about sustainability in the music industry this series has seen to-date.*If you'd like to get this episode and all NO ENCORE episodes a full 24 hours earlier and ad-free, check us out over on Patreon here.*-Follow Glen Bollard on Instagram / XGlen's Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

NO ENCORE returns following Dave Hanratty's confectionery clown and professional wrestler-assisted birthday and subsequent bout with Covid-19! He's mostly refreshed if also understandably a little tired. Thankfully, the great Clare Martin of Paste Magazine and the recent episode we did about Swifties fame is here to inject some life - and some good fortune - into proceedings. It's all about the concept of luck this week, per Clare's chosen Top 5. So spin the wheel and see if your numbers come in. Or something. Don't forget, you can get this and every new NO ENCORE episode 24 hours early and ad-free, AND additional bonus audio content by signing up to Patreon.com/NOENCORE.ACT ONE (7:01): Dave finally confronts Brat Summer, Tenacious D are no more, Jonker 2 is back on the menu, the 'should we ban phones at shows?' debate rages on, and an inspired birthday present keeps things on the positive. ACT TWO (45:02): Top 5 Lucky Numbers-Follow Clare Martin on X Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Due to some illness this week, Dave Hanratty and Sonic Architect Adam bring to you an episode of the Patreon-exclusive Album Club series, a fortnightly album digest where we speak about albums we love, from our collection or otherwise, or albums voted for by Patrons. If you'd like to get all available episodes of Album Club in-full, more bonus episodes in the form of our past series NO AUX CORD and some Q&A episodes, early and ad-free access to all main feed episodes as well as weekly show previews, please consider supporting the show and joining us over at Patreon.com/NOENCORE.Regular programming resumes next week! - Welcome, welcome, to the second instalment of our Patreon-exclusive Album Club series, in which we pick an album we love - or have strong feelings about in one way or another - and attempt to express our relationship with it, and the act in question. Dave takes the reins this time around and the subject is a short-lived trio by the name of Reuben and their third - and final - album, In Nothing We Trust.So, cast your mind back to 2007 and whatever terrible fashion choices you made then, and allow Dave to recall his brief love affair with a band that proved to be perhaps a bit too shouty and clever-clever for a proper mainstream jaunt.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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NO ENCORE is in unfamiliar territory this week thanks to last-minute technical issues, but thankfully there's a familiar face - and voice - for the company in the form of Internet comedy sensation Michael Fry. Per the man's wishes, it's time to take the express elevator to musical Hades as we tackle the songs that would soundtrack our own personal hell. Throw in a hopefully heavenly news section and you've got yourself a show, baby. Speaking of shows, be sure to check out Michael's new project Lunchtime with Michael Fry.Don't forget, you can get this and every new NO ENCORE episode 24 hours early and ad-free, AND additional bonus audio content by signing up to Patreon.com/NOENCORE.ACT ONE (7:54): Nicki Minaj upsets all of Dublin, Ronan Keating says Boyzone couldn't exist today, Hans Zimmer shreds, and Noel Gallagher whines - it's the news. ACT TWO (40:11): Top 5 Hell Songs-Michael Fry on X / Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Grab your best Topman V-neck, don your shutter shades, and dust off the glowsticks, it's time for NO ENCORE to hit the local indie disco. Sonic Architect Adam might not be having it but returning guest Richard Chambers is here with an endless supply of enthusiasm for his chosen Top 5, and even Dave Hanratty is in the mix. And for one week only, our news section is swapped out for a gig review extravaganza, with Taylor Swift, LCD Soundsystem, IDLES, Young Fathers, Orbital, Fatboy Slim, Beyond The Pale, Glastonbury, Loyle Carner, and Balance and Composure all on the menu. Don't forget, you can get this and every new NO ENCORE episode 24 hours early and ad-free, AND additional bonus audio content by signing up to Patreon.com/NOENCORE.ACT ONE (4:42): Our aforementioned gig review bonanza. ACT TWO (59:35): Top 5 Indie Disco Anthems. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Plug in, charge up, connect, download, et cetera - it's time to get technological. NO ENCORE hacks into the mainframe to deliver a veritable information superhighway of music that deals with the positive and negative impacts of technology on us mere mortals. It's the Top 5 brainchild of Tandem Felix avatar David Tapley, who makes his much-welcome return to the show. Dave Hanratty and Sonic Architect Adam are also present, because surely no artificial intelligence program could ever replace them. At least we hope it couldn't. Plenty to discuss in the news this week, too, including the latest 'Best Irish Songs Ever' list, Tapley's impending trip to the Aviva Stadium to see Taylor Swift, and the loudest gig we didn't attend. Don't forget, you can get this and every new NO ENCORE episode 24 hours early and ad-free, AND additional bonus audio content by signing up to Patreon.com/NOENCORE.ACT ONE (6:49): Shifty Shellshock RIP, Rammstein travel across Dublin, the Irish Independent provokes list-based frustration, Taylor Swift makes further headlines that we somehow cannot ignore, and M.I.A. gets into the conspiracy theory fashion game - it's the news. ACT TWO (42:00): Top 5 Songs About Technology (Positive & Negative) -Follow David Tapley on InstagramFollow Tandem Felix on Instagram // XTandem Felix on Bandcamp Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This month, Sonic Architect Adam returns to normal recording proceedings and welcomes Molly King to the studio. Molly is the head of development for Other Voices, an annual music festival that takes place in Dingle, County Kerry every winter, bringing together some of the world's biggest acts, as well as the finest Ireland has to offer for a weekend of very special live performances across their Music Trail. The most notable location for these performances is Saint James' Church, which has played host to acts such as Hozier, Kae Tempest, Amy Winehouse, Mark Lanegan, Conor Oberst, Kodaline, Griff, Dermot Kennedy, Fontaines D.C., The National and many, many more. Almost all of their performances and live streams are on their YouTube channel at the link below.In this episode, Adam and Molly discuss the challenges of running a festival, how the re-brand came about and what it represents now, as well as some of Molly's fondest memories in Other Voices over the years, and both of their thoughts on why Other Voices is so highly-regarded not just in Ireland but worldwide as an annual must-attend event.*If you'd like to get this episode and all NO ENCORE episodes a full 24 hours earlier and ad-free, check us out over on Patreon here.*-Other Voices WebsiteTickets for Other Voices Cardigan '24Follow Other Voices on YouTube / Instagram / Facebook / TikTok / XFollow Molly King on Instagram / XSouth Wind Blows on Instagram / X Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

NO ENCORE returns bring an opposing approach to a pandemic-era Top 5 with a list of cover songs that for whatever reason have eclipsed their original form, and who better to join take you on this voyage than your faithful host Dave Hanratty, trusty Sonic Architect Adam, and reigning NE Quiz Champion Zara Hedderman. Listeners of the show will know Zara best for her aforementioned accolade, or for her freelance writing on Pitchfork and The Guardian amongst others, or from her regular appearances on RTÉ's Arena (sometimes alongside Dave, much to her chagrin).On this episode, however, she brings with her a list of her favourite re-imaginings of songs and will take us through what makes them better than their past form.And if that's not enough of a hook for the episode, there's some ABSOLUTE FILTH in the news section. Don't forget, you can get this and every new NO ENCORE episode 24 hours early and ad-free, AND additional bonus audio content by signing up to Patreon.com/NOENCORE. ACT ONE (6:17): Joe Alwyn opens up on the Taylor Swift break-up, Scooter Braun rides off into the sunset of retirement from talent management, a new study shows how our playlist decisions affect how people perform in the bedroom, Guns N' Roses axe-man Duff McKagan asserts his influence on a cartoon heavyweight, and Zara finally turns the quiz tables on Dave - it's the news. ACT TWO (49:46): Top 5 Covers Better Than The Original-Follow Zara on Instagram / X Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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NO ENCORE smashes it straight into the top corner this week by handing the coveted co-host debut cap to Fernando Torres enthusiast Carl Kinsella. You may know Carl from his former work at JOE, or his current 'Surrealing in the Years' column at The Journal. You may know him from Twitter. You may simply know him as a friend. In any case, former colleague Dave Hanratty and new friend Sonic Architect Adam are delighted to bring Carl off the training pitch and into your hearts for a proper football special in honour of EURO 2024 kicking off.On this episode, Carl navigates a timeline of his personal relationship with the beautiful game and music itself, as he details the songs that we may not necessarily associate with football, yet have nonetheless made a lasting tactical impact on his life.Don't forget, you can get this and every new NO ENCORE episode 24 hours early and ad-free, AND additional bonus audio content by signing up to Patreon.com/NOENCORE.ACT ONE (8:56): A busy news round-up takes in casting rumours for the Beatles movies, Kate Hudson's bid for rock biopic glory, Kneecap-related controversy, Ray J getting strangely philosophical, Ed Sheeran's big statement, and a stark warning from Daniel O'Donnell. ACT TWO (56:10): Top 5 Personal Football Songs-Follow Carl on Instagram / XRead Surrealing In The Years Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome aboard NO ENCORE airlines! Please store all baggage in the overhead compartments, respect onboard staff, and keep those safety belts firmly fastened. We're taking flight this week with returning podcast co-pilot original Craig Fitzpatrrick, freshly touched back down on Irish soil after hitting up sunny Barcelona for this year's Primavera Sound. And so we navigate another week of music news, and a fresh, cloud-soaked Top 5... Don't forget, you can get this and every new NO ENCORE episode 24 hours early and ad-free, AND additional bonus audio content by signing up to Patreon.com/NOENCORE.ACT ONE (5:03): Craig reviews the music festival, Lenny Kravitz receives mixed feedback, Madonna is once again sued by a fan, Billy Corgan endorses Craig's methodology, and is rap the key to winning votes in the local Irish elections? It's the news. ACT TWO (43:52): Top 5 Songs About Flying. -Follow Craig Fitzpatrick on Instagram / X Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Allow us to introduce ourselves - NO ENCORE returns with guest co-host Mark Conroy in tow, and he's bringing along five glorious song intros for your listening pleasure. Can they compete with this week's bespoke intro of our very own? You decide. All that, plus plenty of music news - you know the drill! Hit up Patreon.com/noencore for bonus content, early episode access, and our bimonthly Album Club - new episode this Sunday.ACT ONE (7:33): Early 2000s sensation Holly Valance joins the Donald Trump celebrity fan club, Coldplay answer Luton Town's call, Billie Eilish incurs the wrath of The Swifties, Duran Duran prompt Cybertruck-themed backlash, and Yungblud wants YOU at his festival - it's the news. ACT TWO (49:03): Top 5 Song Intros Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This month, Sonic Architect Adam logs into Zoom for the first time in what feels like a lifetime to connect with Joe Furlong, bassist and musical director to stars such as Sorcha Richardson, James Vincent McMorrow, the star-studded Turning Pirate gigs that you may remember from Vicar Street, and now Hibernacle, a musical collaboration retreat-come-festival that celebrates the finest the country has to offer.In this episode you'll hear Joe and Adam discuss what large-scale touring is like and how to deal with the change in lifestyle post-tour, what it takes to become a musical director and how Joe's move to Berlin in recent years has (or hasn't) effected his work, among many other topics.*If you'd like to get this episode and all NO ENCORE episodes a full 24 hours earlier and ad-free, check us out over on Patreon here.*-Follow Joe Furlong on InstagramListen to all episodes of Before The ENCORE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

NO ENCORE returns after a week off, and there's plenty of energy in the studio despite an alarming lack of decent music news in the world. No matter, as we finally welcome the great Joe Panama back to the show, who brings us a quick sequel in the form of a fresh list of headline-making and head-scratching controversies in music. Also - don't miss the latest episode of the NO ENCORE Album Club over on Patreon.com/noencore right now - new episode coming next weekend! ACT ONE (7:06): Adam goes to Berlin, Dave wraps up the Eurovision talk hopefully forever, Bono makes confusing statements about Coldplay, and is life just too loud nowadays? It's the news. ACT TWO (38:45): Top 5 Bizarre Music Controversies II. -Follow Joe Panama on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Well if it isn't our old friend, the LEITMOTIF. Kind of amazing we haven't done this one before so fair play to debuting guest co-host Seán Connolly - a man you may know from online broadcasting behemoth The TRY Channel, where he puts in a Herculean shift both in front of and behind the camera - for suggesting it. But what is a leitmotif? Why, it's a musical theme associated with a character in media such as films, television, and video games, of course. As such, the boys duel it out accordingly, shouting out their favourite individual pop culture signatures from the rooftops. Beforehand, a busy news section awaits. Also waiting for you - our latest episode of the NO ENCORE Album Club. Head on over to Patreon.com/noencore to sign up and listen. ACT ONE (3:03): Steve Albini RIP, Kendrick vs Drake goes into overdrive, Macklemore continues to be a hero, and the 'Bambie Thug and Eurovision' debate finally arrives at its inevitable conclusion - it's the news. ACT TWO (40:28): Top 5 Leitmotifs. -Follow Seán Connolly on Instagram / XWatch The TRY Channel on YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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NO ENCORE is here, fresh off the back of a 'chapeau' from the Irish Times, extra controller in-hand, ready to enter split-screen mode, as Dave Hanratty is joined by his faithful Sonic Architect Adam who will solo speed-run some of the best licensed soundtracks the gaming sphere has to offer. (And by speed-run, we mean carefully dissect and discuss, of course).All of that, as well as the latest news in the world of music on this week's ep, so press the start button and let's load up.Don't forget, you can get this and every new NO ENCORE episode 24 hours early and ad-free, AND additional bonus audio content by signing up to Patreon.com/NOENCORE.ACT ONE (2:54): Electric Picnic line-up underwhelms, Kendrick fires back at Drake, Taylor Swift is officially on the curriculum, and coming to Brazil proves problematic for Iron Maiden – it's the news.ACT TWO (40:48): Top 5 Licensed Video Game Soundtracks-Follow Sonic Architect Adam on InstagramFollow NO ENCORE on InstagramHow Rockstar changed the tune of video game soundtracksGamer's Little Playground YouTube channel Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join us for the final pre-summer edition of Before The ENCORE, where we aim to direct sunshine in the form of music industry conversations straight into your ears so you can put on the sunglasses of knowledge and wear them with pride.This month, Sonic Architect Adam is joined by producer and violinist formerly based in Dublin, now London, Molly Mansukhani. You might be familiar with her work alongside Kayleigh Noble, JaXson, Tara Devi, V-Sensei or from her time spent in Diffusion Lab as an intern under former-guest Chris Bubenzer before going freelance.In this episode, Adam and Molly talk about what it is to be a producer, the skills involved, the highlights, the learnings and the many twists and turns they both had to take before realising that production was the final destination, as well as a chance meeting at the RTÉ Choice Music Prize just gone that catalysed this recording.*If you'd like to get this episode and all NO ENCORE episodes a full 24 hours earlier and ad-free, check us out over on Patreon here.*-Follow Molly Mansukhani on InstagramListen to all episodes of Before The ENCORE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

NO ENCORE is back with a trip into the world of music-themed fakery... in the form of real songs written for fictional purposes. 'Solo artist of the written word' Sarah McKenna Barry joins Dave and Adam this week, with songs and musical numbers penned exclusively to reside in the world of film and TV on the agenda. And, following on from our Taylor Swift bonus episode, there's still no escaping music's newest billionaire. Don't forget, you can get this and every new NO ENCORE episode 24 hours early and ad-free, AND additional bonus audio content by signing up to Patreon.com/NOENCORE.ACT ONE (3:46): Swift-based fallout, Bambie Thug doubles down on Eurovision participation, Fontaines D.C. definitely aren't nu-metal now, and let's not stalk celebrities - it's the news. ACT TWO (39:22): Top 5 Fictional Songs-Follow Sarah McKenna Barry on InstagramVideo Essay: The [Queer] Politics of Eurovision Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's a special bonus episode of NO ENCORE in honour of Taylor Swift releasing 11th studio album The Tortured Poets Department and everyone having an online meltdown about it. One such major talking point emerged via American publication Paste Magazine, which opted to withhold the name of the writer when publishing its review of The Tortured Poets Department. The move provoked a lively reaction and a lot of debate, from critics, commentators, and hardcore Swifties alike.On this episode, Dave Hanratty speaks with Paste's Music Editor Matt Mitchell to learn about what went into the decision-making process, and hear Matt's take on the state of music criticism in 2024, particularly with regard to the online hardcore fan bases that seek to police it. Dave also sits down with Clare Martin, Assistant Comedy Editor at Paste, who reviewed Taylor Swift's Lover album in 2019 and subsequently received threats of violence because of it. Clare reflects on her experience, and gives her thoughts on Paste's call to anonymise their latest critique of the biggest name in music today. Don't forget, you can get this and every new NO ENCORE episode 24 hours early and ad-free, AND additional bonus audio content by signing up to Patreon.com/NOENCORE.-Paste Magazine's WebsiteFollow Matt Mitchell on XFollow Clare Martin on XView Paste Magazine's Tweet about The Tortured Poet's Department reviewRead Paste Magazine's review of Taylor Swift's The Tortured Poets Department Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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NO ENCORE goes Hollywood once more as Dave Hanratty and Sonic Architect Adam go to the cinemathèque, take in the previews, and then leave before the film starts. It's a celebration of the most arresting needle drops featured in movie trailers - blockbuster events and arthouse affairs inclusive. Elsewhere, a quiet week leads to a pretty one-sided news section. At least Dave now knows how to correctly pronounce 'Coachella', if nothing else...Don't miss the next episode of the NO ENCORE Album Club, releasing this Sunday exclusively for Patrons - sign up @ patreon.com/noencore today! ACT ONE (9:40): The last word on the J. Cole climbdown, Grimes has a nightmare at Coachella, Spotify goes full TikTok, and Courtney Love does Courtney Love things - it's the news. ACT TWO (35:56): Top 5 Songs Used In Movie Trailers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cody Rhodes may have finished his story, but it's a fresh chapter in the NO ENCORE saga this week as 'The Donegal Dynamo' Hugh Carr makes his podcast return. Hugh is just back from a trip to Philadelphia - the "best week of his life", apparently - where he took in many live professional wrestling shows, including the Granddaddy of Them All, the Showcase of the Immortals; WrestleMania. In that infectious spirit, this week's Top 5 concerns the history of that humble grappling event, specifically the many live music performances that have taken place under its stadium-sized roof. And oh boy, have there been some shockers. We tasked Hugh with giving us a mix of the good and the bad, but it seems that only the most headline-making terrible ones came to his mind. Enjoy? Hit up our Patreon for exclusive access to bonus content including the debut episode of the NO ENCORE Album Club, out now! ACT ONE (5:35): Dave gives his verdict on the new Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross film score, J. Cole loses all credibility in record time, Chechnya has a speeding problem, St. Vincent makes a valid point, The Libertines and The Doors finally unite kinda-sorta, and can we stop being weird about Harry Styles and Louis Tomlinson? It's this week's music news. ACT TWO (52:35): Hugh recaps his Philly jaunt, before laying the smack down on his Top 5 Bad WrestleMania Music Performances. -Follow Hugh Carr on Twitter/XFollow Hugh Carr on TikTokFollow Hugh Carr on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Here comes a feeling you thought you'd forgotten - Dave Hanratty and Craig Fitzpatrick, teaming up to co-host NO ENCORE once again! Sonic Architect Adam looking on, beaming with pride, of course. Craig returns to the fold in honour of the brand new Vampire Weekend album Only God Was Above Us, as he details his career-spanning choice cuts from the New York City faithful. Before that, we've got a busy news section and the reveal of our new Patreon-exclusive project.Don't forget, you can get this and every new NO ENCORE episode 24 hours early and ad-free, AND additional bonus audio content by signing up to Patreon.com/noencoreACT ONE: The preamble in which we ramble - Dave nods to a classic movie score before responding to some listener criticism, while Adam introduces the NO ENCORE Album Club.ACT TWO (13:50): Eurovision participants reject boycott calls, 40 years of song lyrics go under the microscope, Calvin Harris battles critics and jet lag, Shakira arrives late to the Barbie party, Laura Dern endorses Taylor Swift, and a rare find just may provoke Craig's interest.ACT THREE (45:03): Top 5 Vampire Weekend Songs. -Follow Craig Fitzpatrick on Instagram / X Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Freshly returned from Rome following his marathon heroics, news correspondent and NO ENCORE regular Richard Chambers is back with another batch of pop belters for all to enjoy. The turn of the 2010s is under the musical microscope this week, as the boys explore the most ear-catching songs of the era - warning: parameters may vary as to what constitutes a 'banger' and what even qualifies as 'a good song'. Elsewhere, Dave derails the news section, much to Adam's bemusement and Richard's annoyance.Don't forget, you can get this and every new NO ENCORE episode 24 hours early and ad-free by signing up to Patreon.com/noencoreACT ONE (8:00): Kendrick Lamar, Drake and J. Cole battle it out, the Joker sequel takes jukebox shape, a Bruce Springsteen biopic may have its man, a long-ago Simpsons gag finally pays off, Journey ascend to even greater heights, and Coldplay find themselves caught up in a colourful football-themed vortex. ACT TWO (39:14) : Top 5 Pop Bangers of the Early 2010s.-Follow Richard Chambers on Instagram / Twitter / TikTokListen to The Group Chat PodcastRichard's Running Playlist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to Before The ENCORE, the limited-run that all the music industry podcast collectors immediately order on the last Monday of every month.Speaking of, if vinyl (or assorted physical musical release formats) are your thing, or you're an artist more about what is involved in getting a record pressed, this is the episode for you. This month, Sonic Architect Adam is joined by Peter Jones of Rotator Vinyl; a physical release broker based in Dublin, Ireland, who specialises in small press runs and independent releases across vinyl, CD and cassette tape.Listen to Adam and Peter chat about the process of getting a pressing done from end-to-end, as well as the current "vinyl revival" and, of course, nerd out over their favourite types of pressings. All of that and much more in this month's edition.*If you'd like to get this episode and all NO ENCORE episodes a full 24 hours earlier and ad-free, check us out over on Patreon here.*-Visit Rotator's WebsiteVisit Advance Records' WebstoreFollow Peter on LinkedIn / InstagramListen to all episodes of Before The ENCORE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Salut! NO ENCORE is in celebratory mood this week as Dave Hanratty and Sonic Architect Adam hail an act worthy of being named after a spiral galaxy - the one and only M83. Michael Pope, former frontman for Irish electronica titans Le Galaxie, is on-hand to list his favourite songs from the acclaimed French outfit. Don't forget, you can get this and every new NO ENCORE episode 24 hours early and ad-free by signing up to Patreon.com/noencoreACT ONE (7:53): Pour one out for the inventor of karaoke, FKA Twigs helps resurrect The Crow, a new Nine Inch Nails ranking catches Dave's eye, a redemptive troubadour just can't catch a break, as does a strange songwriting course.ACT TWO (39:28): Top 5 M83 Songs-M83 PlaylistDave's Drowned In Sound Piece on M83Ian Cohen's Pitchfork Piece on M83 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's the most patriotic week of the year and we're barely talking about it, because that's how we roll. The actions of Irish artists dominate the news section, though. Speaking of, Julie Hough of HAVVK fame returns in honour of new album To Fall Asleep, which is out RIGHT NOW. Plus - some songs we don't feel all that great about listening to anymore. Don't forget, you can get this and every new NO ENCORE episode 24 hours early and ad-free by signing up to Patreon.com/noencoreACT ONE: HAVVK have released a new album - let's hear all about it.ACT TWO (23:45): Lankum win the RTE Choice Music Prize, Irish acts pull out of SXSW, Billie Eilish has more Oscars than Martin Scorsese, and Kurt Russell sets the Hateful Eight guitar-smash record straight.ACT THREE (1:06:51): Top 5 Songs That Are Now Ruined-Buy To Fall Asleep by HAVVK on Bandcamp.Richard Chambers' Rome Marathon For Women's Aid donation link.SNL Sketch Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rejoice! Dave Hanratty and Sonic Architect Adam Shanahan are joined in-studio by Luke Daly and David Prendergast of Overhead, The Albatross. The band have just released emotive new single 'Your Last Breath' and we're going to talk all about it, oh yes. Elsewhere on this episode, there's time for an ultra-brief news section before we get to our shouts for standout spoken word samples in songs. Spoiler - all of them are from movies. Don't forget, you can get this and every new NO ENCORE episode 24 hours early and ad-free by signing up to Patreon.com/noencoreACT ONE (3:49): A super-brief news section. ACT TWO (7:56): Overhead, The Albatross in conversation. ACT THREE (54:00): Top 5 Spoken Word Samples. -Listen to Overhead, The Albatross on Bandcamp / Spotify / Apple MusicDonate to Lajee Center Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Won't someone please think of the children? It's time to go full Helen Lovejoy as NO ENCORE examines some of the most eyebrow-raising controversies in music history.From immediately-outdated censorship to divine proclamations to mystifying monikers, Dave Hanratty and Sonic Architect Adam Shanahan shine a quizzical light on scandals gone by.Don't forget, you can get this and every new NO ENCORE episode 24 hours early and ad-free by signing up to Patreon.com/noencore ACT ONE (4:48): Another busy news week takes in Kneecap and the Belfast punk-rap trio's defiant Late Late Show demonstration, classic rock-themed holograms, questionable statues, and morbid memorabilia.ACT TWO (36:03): Top 5 Bizarre Music Controversies Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's 2024 and the last Monday of February, which means we're back in the world of the music industry and taking a look behind the scenes all over again! This edition of Before The ENCORE, I had the pleasure and privilege to sit down opposite Chris Bubenzer, producer extraordinaire and one half of Diffusion Lab. Chris has an extensive discography and is one of the main figures in production responsible for the sea change in sound in Irish music back in the mid-2010s with artists like Soulé, Jafaris, Valarie Rose, whoisdays & Sweetlemondae.We chat about our roots, moving in different directions, different production styles and how all of those things interact with each other in this episode.If you'd like to get this episode and all NO ENCORE episodes a full 24 hours earlier and ad-free, check us out over on Patreon here-Follow Chris on InstagramVisit Chris' websiteCheck out The PlaygroundCheck out Diffusion Lab Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Let's get divisive. NO ENCORE returns with a sequel as Dave Hanratty, Sonic Architect Adam, and returning guest co-host Zara Hedderman join forces to discuss the musical acts that simply do not do it for them. Before that, we've got the usual mix of news and general life ramblings to enjoy - and don't forget you can get this and every new NO ENCORE episode 24 hours early and ad-free by signing up to Patreon.com/noencore ACT ONE (3:14): Irish Women in DISharmony, Ridley Scott is 'Staying Alive', The Eagles go legal, True Detective: Night Country takes the needle-drop piss, and Dave's worst cinematic nightmare comes true - it's the week in music news. ACT TWO (42:25): Top 5 Acts We Just Don't Get - The Sequel~!-Follow Zara Hedderman on Instagram & Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Broadcast after the fact from Sector 7G in the heart of beautiful Springfield, it's NO ENCORE~! Recorded on the most momentous night of the romantic year, Dave Hanratty, Sonic Architect Adam, and Mark O'Brien of Enemies and Royal Yellow fame show some love to the first family of animation by listing off their shouts for the finest musical exploits of... The Simpsons. Before that, we've got plenty of news to catch up on, and some cinema trips, too. ACT ONE: Dave and Adam went, separately, to the cinematheque. Whatever happened to basic etiquette? ACT TWO (14:13): This week's music news takes in everything from Brian May's ego to Roisin Murphy's defiance to - but of course - Taylor Swift winning the Super Bowl all by herself.ACT THREE (46:34): Top 5 Simpsons Songs.-Enemies on BandcampRoyal Yellow on Bandcamp Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dreams... and nightmares. For what is a dream, and what is a nightmare? And how do they musically manifest? Dave Hanratty and Sonic Architect Adam intend to find that out, alongside Kieran McGuinness of Delorentos, and now Driven Snow, fame. Driven Snow, made up of Kieran and former Republic of Loose member Emily Aylmer, release their debut album A Kind of Dreaming this Friday, 9 February.And so there's no better time to drag Kieran into NO ENCORE HQ for a deep meaningful conversation about his new and highly personal musical union and a great deal more besides. ACT ONE: Dave recovers from being called out by a listener by quickly moving the spotlight onto all things Driven Snow - get the album, go to the gigs, and listen to our interview, won't you? ACT TWO (29:05): The 2024 Grammy Awards dominate this week's music news, but there's still time for the Internet to throw Irish hero Ayo Edebiri under the bus, and for Kerrang TV to leave a mark on our alternative music-loving hearts. ACT THREE (1:07:47): Top 5 Songs About Dreams (Kieran) and Nightmares (Dave). -Buy 'A Kind Of Dreaming' by Driven Snow on BandcampSee Driven Snow Live @ Whelans, Dublin on 16 + 17 FebruarySee Driven Snow Live @ Winthrop Ave, Cork 22 March Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

NO ENCORE is back for a brand new season and we've got an entire month of music - and some movies - to talk about. Dave Hanratty and Sonic Architect Adam Shanahan run the critical rule over multiple news items including the possible demise of Pitchfork, the inexplicable presence of the Mean Girls remake, the equally baffling popularity of Saltburn, the contenders for this year's RTÉ Choice Music Prize, the positive and negatives of Eurovision 2024, and Donald Trump's new favourite band. If you want early access to NO ENCORE, hit us up on Patreon @ patreon.com/noencore - episodes will land in the Patreon feed on Thursdays, 24 hours before the usual Friday drop.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It was the best of times, it was the…. Nope, that’s it!THE BEST OF NO ENCORE 2023 is upon us. Join Sonic Architect Adam as he takes you through plenty of laughs and great moments from Dave Hanratty and co. throughout the year from the show-proper. Nothing but good vibes for your ears before the close of another wonderful year of programming for you, dear listener, at NO ENCORE. Thanks for spending your Friday mornings (or whatever listening schedule you partake in) with us. We’re off for a break to recharge the batteries and come back stronger than ever in 2024. Until then, enjoy the highlight reel! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Heroes. Villains. Regrettable PR disasters. Unavoidable phenomena. And our shouts for our favourite music of 2023. It's the year in review, with plenty of awards to hand out - some more coveted than others. It's longer than Oppenheimer yet shorter than Killers of the Flower Moon. Truly, we went the distance.It is our Christmas gift to you, dear listener. Much love!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

NO ENCORE returns for the final regular episode of the year and we've got a blockbuster guest in the wonderful and the amazing Fionnuala Jones.It's a lively one as the pair clash over modern-day list-based etiquette and consider their shouts for the very best and very worst songs that hit number one at Christmas but aren't actually about the festive season.ACT ONE (3:08): Dave has an almighty rant and Fionnuala matches him every step of the way, we wrap on Spotify Wrapped, Taylor Swift is TIME Magazine's Person Of The Year 2023, KISS live on(!), and Tom Petty proves that he is a Rockstar in life and death – it's the news!ACT TWO (23:46): Top 5 Non-Christmas Christmas Number Ones (Best & Worst)-Follow Fionnuala Jones on Instagram / TikTok Listen to Flop CultureListen to Bandwagons Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

NO ENCORE travels to the wilds of County Clare (actually very peaceful, to be honest) for one week only as Dave Hanratty interrupts his time off to jump into a different studio – with the blessing from afar of Sonic Architect Adam, of course. Local boy Daithí returns to the podcast, with his faithful drummer and operations manager Alex Ridley for company. With their powers combined, the trio boot up and download accordingly as they get into the intriguing world of diegetic music in video games. But what does all that mean, you ask? Essentially, any time music is actually in a scene rather than scoring it - something a character interacts with, creates, or is aware of. Yes, it's going to get very nerdy on this episode. ACT ONE: Catching up with all things occurring in the world of Daithí O'Dronaí. ACT TWO (9:08): A rare live music opportunity sees Dave break out the gig calculator, Sabrina Carpenter offends the devout, Metallica take the blood money, Kiss Korner returns in dramatic fashion, The Hives plot world domination, and Eminem goes digital - it's the news. ACT THREE (36:36): Top 5 Diegetic Video Game Music.-Visit Daithí's websiteFollow Daithí on Instagram // Twitter/XFollow Alex Ridley on InstagramBuy Tickets to Daithí & Elaine Mai's Improv Show @ The Workmans ClubVisit The Beekeepers websiteVisit Common Threads website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.