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Knowing me, knowing you... AHA!One of us is off this week (it’s Dave), so Craig takes a chance on our wonderful super sub (and super trouper) Zara Hedderman. In case you haven’t guessed, we talk ABBA. ACT ONE (7:14): We try to make some sense of the horrific tragedy that unfolded in Houston with some Astroworld discussion, before moving on to some altogether lighter fare: Will Chris Gaines make a Croker appearance? Is ‘Peaches’ a Marxist anthem? Would you watch an Alanis Morissette sitcom?ACT TWO (39:21): Voyage is the name of the game as we talk about ABBA’s long-awaited studio return. Features far less punnery than this write-up, you’ll be glad to hear.ACT THREE (1:01:30): Wholesome love stories for the ages rub shoulders with more toxic tales – but the bangers stay consistent, natch. It’s our ‘Couples’ Top 5.Patreon.com/noencore if you'd like to help Craig bribe Dave into returning for the next episode. And get bonus content and all our love in return! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The boys are back in sound. Craig returns from Barcelona to the loving digital arms of Dave. Podding ensues.This week, we're looking at the most misunderstood songs in the musical canon. We're also trying our best to understand, not for the first time, the appeal of Ed Sheeran. Luckily, we have Alice Kiernan on board to help us do just that.Do check out Alice's new song 'Blue' on all your music platforms, by the by.ACT ONE (0:26): Craig regales us with his Catalan experience before we move into...ACT TWO (6:31): The famous news section! Shakira's bizarre boar brush, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame report, Aaron Lewis' Bruce-shaped beef, Madonna's latest lament and Ed Sheeran Corner – it's all happening.ACT THREE (24:13): A chat with Alice Kieran about her return to songwriting before this week's album review - it's time to level out with the Equalizer himself; Ed Sheeran.ACT FOUR (57:59): Top 5 Misunderstood Songs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Having successfully reached the 300-episode milestone, Craig has flounced off to sunnier climes, leaving Dave to recruit the one, the only, Zara Hedderman.On the agenda; a terrifying Top 5, a debate on Self Esteem and a round-up of the most eyebrow-raising happenings in music this week...ACT ONE (4:47): IDLES lament, Adele expense and Maroon 5 clarity – it's the news.ACT TWO (24:27): Outspoken UK artist Self Esteem has been showered with praise across the past week for new album Prioritise Pleasure. Is the hype justified?ACT THREE (42:00): Time to send a chill down the spine with our Top 5 Horror Movie Scores.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The last Monday of the month means a new Before The ENCORE, taking you deeper into the behind-the-scenes world of the music industry with Sonic Architect Adam guiding you along the way.This episode sees Adam speak with Niall McMonagle; sound engineer and studio manager for the famous Windmill Lane Studios in Dublin city, which has played host to artists such as U2, R.E.M., The Cranberries, Phil Lynott and many many more over the years.This episode launches in conjunction with Windmill Lane's first ever vinyl release, which is a compilation of all of the aforementioned artists and many more. You can find out more and pre-order the vinyl, which is due for release on Friday October 29th, here.If you enjoy NO ENCORE and all of its many iterations, you can also find us on Patreon here to support us as an independent podcast in what we do. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Madness? This is #300, baby!That's how that quote goes, right? On a suitably Spartan episode; Dave Hanratty and Craig Fitzpatrick celebrate a NO ENCORE milestone by welcoming OG co-host Colm O'Regan back into the fold.We laughed. We cried. We spoke about wings. You just flew. Thanks for your company across this ocean of time. On this particular edition... ACT ONE (1:28): Reunited and it feels so good. News-wise; Craig on Ye, Drake x Adele, Tom Morello's rights, Satanic Panic and the reason why Coldplay never wrote a Bond theme finally revealed.ACT TWO (26:22): Speaking of Coldplay, it's time to surround ourselves with Music of the Spheres. Best of luck to all involved.ACT THREE (46:39): The best of music. The worst of music. The best and the worst songs about music. Time to get meta with our latest Top 5.Here's to 300 more episodes. Patreon.com/noencore if you'd like to help us keep this wild ride going. Bonus content and our love in return!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's episode #299 and we're feelin' fine. NO ENCORE returns as Dave Hanratty and Craig Fitzpatrick elevate the humble B-side to A-tier status. Does that make sense? Does anything? Are you even reading these words or are they reading you? Think about it.And please do think about supporting the show if you like or even love what we do – patreon.com/noencore for bonus episodes, playlists and previews.ACT ONE: Dave watched a film that scared him.ACT TWO (6:47): A very Radio Nova-esque news section takes in hot young whippersnappers like The Beatles, The Rolling Stones and Eric Clapton. We have time for at least two of those acts, anyway. Plus – Demi Lovato says to cool it on the extraterrestrial remarks and Madonna's biopic sounds like it's going to challenge us all, in its way.ACT THREE (26:34): The airing of grievances. The appreciation of understatement. The adventure of a perhaps bygone era. Oh, and Craig frantically digging through his physical music collection in real-time – it's our Top 5 B-Sides! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Don't hate, appreciate. Unless we're talking about this week's Top 5 – though hopefully you'll appreciate that, too. A new album from James Blake prompts Dave Hanratty and Craig Fitzpatrick to bash their heads together and consider some of the more spiky songs out there. Ire works, as a great band once said, but how will James fare in his own review?NO ENCORE is on Patreon and your support means everything to an independent show like ours. Patreon.com/noencore if you'd like to pitch in – Craig's excellent Kid Cudi playlist and accompanying personal essay are waiting for you right now!As for this episode...ACT ONE (7:05): A familiar clanging omen makes way for the real main event of this week's news section – hipster music critics giving out about other music critics. Seriously, what is Pitchfork playing at this week?ACT TWO (32:00): James Blake has plenty to say about Friends That Break Your Heart. And so do we.ACT THREE (49:48): Top 5 Songs About Haters. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

NO ENCORE's 'movies x music' spin-off returns as Hanratty, Howard and Higgins combine to take on the Sparks-driven rock opera Annette.An avant-garde arthouse film if ever there was an avant-garde arthouse film; Annette tells the story of celebrity couple Henry McHenry (Adam Driver) and Ann Defrasnoux (Marion Cotillard) and their subsequent strange travails.Is it too weird for its own good? How are the songs? And the performances? Is there depth here or is it all a bit one-dimensional, despite the strange fantasy? All of this and more discussed on a brand new NO POPCORN.ACT ONE: A bumper What We've Been Watching including some 2021 highlights – and lowlights.ACT TWO (33:05): Annette. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you expect me to talk?No, Mr Bond, I expect you to...Listen to this suitably suspenseful episode, as Dave and Craig re-enter the Broccoli Cinematic Universe to celebrate No Time To Die and create our own alternative musical universe in the process.But before the Top 5, you’ll find Dave’s Big Film Review and Craig’s Big Ramble About Electroclash And Being Crushed To Death By A Pair Of Thighs. No album this week, we’ve already a blockbuster on our hands...NO ENCORE is on Patreon if you like what we do every week. Hit up patreon.com/noencore for bonus episodes, previews, playlists and love.ACT ONE (2:53): R Kelly brought to justice, MJ-loving despots, rare eels on MDMA, Grimes and Elon Musk no longer colonising the galaxy together and Lil Stevie, well, revealing too much. All the news that’s fit to pod.ACT TWO (26:43): We spent far too long on both these lists. But boy does it deliver. Left turns, prospective scripts, lots of brass and drama. Our Top 5 Alternative Bond Themes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is it that time already? Yep, Before The ENCORE is back with the latest edition of industry and technical chats for all of you to sink your teeth into.The third edition of the periodical sees Sonic Architect Adam chat with Sivv, lo-fi beat-maker of the rap group NUXSENSE. We talk about his South African roots, movie inspiration, sampling and a whole kaleidoscope of other musical musings.NO ENCORE is on Patreon & if you enjoy what you hear, please consider subscribing to us here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Throw on your best Stetson – NO ENCORE is finally going country.Is it in honour of the 'Garth Brooks is coming back to Ireland' rumours? Is it a nod to Lil Nas X and our album review this week? Or do Dave Hanratty and Craig Fitzpatrick just want to raise an undetermined bottle of beer high in the direction of the compelling best – and the dirt worst – of country and western music?Saddle up and find out, sure. We've got friends in Patreon places, by the way. If you'd like to get on board and support us in exchange for bonus content – a new episode of NO AUX CORD is but days old – please consider hitting up patreon.com/noencore – every little helps us and thank you so much to everyone who has signed up to date.ACT ONE (2:53): A busy news section takes in feuds in the form of The Smiths vs Rick Astley and Machine Gun Kelly vs Corey Taylor but there's also time for the wonderful Ivor Novellos, emotional words from Ice-T, and some strange espionage.ACT TWO (22:20): TikTok sensation turned pop culture icon Lil Nas X has delivered his debut album MONTERO. Is it time to take him seriously?ACT THREE (36:41): Grab the nearest cowboy or cowgirl – it's time for our Top 5 Country Songs – Best (Craig) and Worst (Dave).  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oh yes indeed, it's time for another TRACK X TRACK special on NO ENCORE.This time around, Dave Hanratty is joined by Paul Noonan and Daithí O'Dronaí, collectively known as HousePlants.The guys have just released debut album Dry Goods and so we figured it wouldn't be the worst idea in the world to gather round a very large table and go through every song on the record, obtaining the stories behind the music and beyond.On this episode, Paul and Daithí discuss how and why HousePlants came to be, the importance of music therapy, why they wear those flashy suits, and why cycling and singing might be more tricky than you imagine. We also learn of Daithí's tinnitus diagnosis and how that played its own role in proceedings, in addition to the overall character of the music that informs this new project.Dry Goods is available on gorgeous vinyl via the official HousePlants Bandcamp page.Tracklist:'What's With All The Pine?''Window Pane''Companero''No Stopping Me''Mannequin''Ringing In My Ears''Burning''Reveller''Wait!'NO ENCORE is on Patreon if you'd like to support what we do. A brand new episode of NO AUX CORD is up there right now, waiting for your ears – patreon.com/noencore if you'd like to get involved. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's the weekend, oh baby. Oh baby, it's the weekend. Rejoice.Dave Hanratty and Craig Fitzpatrick reunite in the digital space for another round of music news, focused album dissection and, but of course, a Top 5 countdown.Samples are on the menu this time out, so too is a different list that dominated the week's pop culture agenda. Or maybe it just came and went. Who knows?NO ENCORE is on Patreon if you like what we do each and every week. Hit up patreon.com/noencore in return for bonus episodes, previews, playlists and love.ACT ONE (5:27): Dave goes through a decent chunk of Rolling Stone's latest crack at the Best 500 Songs Of All Time list. Craig reacts accordingly. There's also time for Nicki Minaj, Todd Rundgren and Taylor Swift. Tis the news.ACT TWO (36:20): Noisy NYC hipsters Sleigh Bells are BACK. Have they managed to capture the magic of their decade-old debut? Let's review.ACT THREE (47:04): Dave gets nostalgic. Craig achieves Zen. The boys lay out their Top 5 Samples. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Might prove a controversial one, this particular Top 5. Remember – it's totally fine to love what you love and disagree with us passionately, we're merely expressing our bafflement with the selections contained within this episode.A broad church is what we're saying. Elsewhere on NO ENCORE this week; plenty of news and the new, exciting, essential Drake album under review.We're on Patreon if you'd like to support the show – hit up patreon.com/noencore for previews, playlists – including Craig's edit of Donda – and bonus episodes.ACT ONE (6:25): Sarah Harding 1981 – 2021, André 3000 gets embroiled in the Kanye/Drake feud, sound the ABBA Klaxon(s), a return for a popular game show and a costly scrape for Lil Uzi Vert – it's the news.ACT TWO (30:39): Drake is back with the feature-length gift to the world that is Certified Lover Boy. Personal masterpiece or cynical content machine? We decide.ACT THREE (48:15): Top 5 Acts We Just Do Not Get. Don't get mad at us, thanks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Well. It happened. After all this time. And there's really no getting around it – Kanye West did rather spoil the Donda party ahead of time. But maybe, just maybe, there are still valid reasons to attend. Dave Hanratty and Craig Fitzpatrick mull over an almost impossible review as celebration turns to deep rumination. The traditional Top 5 is dispensed with for the first instance since its inception as the boys reckon in real-time with the patron saint of the show and both the angelic highlights and unavoidable problematic context that comes with that.ACT ONE (11:11): Breaking ABBA news, Lee 'Scratch' Perry remembered, a genuinely incredible Tiesto-related story, Jonathan Richman's bizarre situation and Ed Sheeran's wacky gift ideas – it's the news.ACT TWO (30:12): It's the Donda review you've all been waiting for. See you on the other side, we hope. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hey hey, it's time for another round of our 'music x movies' discussion corner aka NO POPCORN~!And this time, dear listener, we're deep-diving into the world of hot sexy EDM music and the related drama thereof. The film in question is We Are Your Friends. The plot is... strange? Zac Efron attempts to upgrade his life by becoming a superstar DJ while hanging out with people just as beautiful as him in sunny Los Angeles. Alas, not everything goes according to plan.ACT ONE: What We've Been Watching including Zola, The Suicide Squad and Higgs' descent into strangely appealing '90s two-star trash.ACT TWO (28:38): We Are Your Friends.Every episode of NO POPCORN is available at this playlist right here: https://spoti.fi/3mN9b9b Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Before The ENCORE returns for its sophomore episode with Sonic Architect Adam back at the helm.Theodora Byrne is a vastly accomplished session & touring musician, musical director, choir arranger and BIMM music theory lecturer. You may know her from appearing on stage with James Vincent McMorrow, Sorcha Richardson or her work with the Theodora Byrne Ensemble. She has played alongside a plethora of other well-known Irish acts also including Bell X1, Saint Sister, Ciaran Lavery, Maria Kelly... the list goes on but you can see her full portfolio collaborators here on her website.NO ENCORE is on Patreon here. If you like what you hear, please consider supporting us - all of your support to date is massively appreciated! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Let's make some noise. Dave Hanratty and Craig Fitzpatrick are reunited and ready to take on another week of music news, a new album and a killer Top 5.The very best in drumming takes centre stage on this episode; a topic so broad that Dave feels the need to throw in a lengthy disclaimer for good measure. Before that, the boys pay tribute to departed Rolling Stones sticksman Charlie Watts, review the latest effort from Deafheaven and generally do their very best, as ever.Please consider supporting NO ENCORE on Patreon! Bonus episodes, previews and playlists available at patreon.com/noencoreACT ONE (4:14): Charlie Watts RIP, some sad Insane Clown Posse news, Johnny Rotten's day in court, and Nirvana's strange legal issues of their own – it's the news.ACT TWO (21:07): Hailed post-black metal / blackgaze outfit Deafheaven are back with an album that seemingly signals a major change in direction. The guys get buried beneath Infinite Granite but do they enjoy the experience?ACT THREE (33:07): Count it in – it's our Top 5 Best Drumming Songs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On a special interview episode, Dave Hanratty sits down with the fantastic Orla Gartland during release week for her long-awaited debut album Woman on the Internet.On the agenda – finally releasing that debut long-player, Orla's status as an independent artist, her relationship with a very committed fan base, her thoughts on gender disparity on Irish radio, performing live again, horror movies and a whole lot more.Woman on the Internet is out right now so go listen to it and support Orla by visiting her online store.You can support NO ENCORE, too, if you wish, by hitting up our Patreon page to avail of bonus episodes, previews and playlists. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

***DISCLAIMER: There was a bit of a snafu with Zara's audio this week, thus the difference in fidelity between herself and Dave. Proof that backing up a Zoom call is always worth it. Please forgive us this one week, won't you listener? -Sonic Architect Adam***Home is where the podcast is. Dave Hanratty is joined by returning guest co-host Zara Hedderman – whose link game continues to astound – as Craig Fitzpatrick enjoys a well-deserved week off. On a stacked episode – a preview of an upcoming interview, a hellacious news round-up, the small-town intimacy of The Killers and a sometimes chaotic Top 5. Please consider hitting up patreon.com/noencore if you like what we do.ACT ONE: Don't skip the preamble – we've got a teaser for next week's bonus episode.ACT TWO (5:56): Yet another bong-related update, potential vindication for Craig, Lorde takes a stand and surely Ed Sheeran and Cradle of Filth aren't actually collaborating, are they? It's the news!ACT THREE (31:59): The Killers are back with a new album just one year after their last one. No rest for the wicked but has the Pressure Machine got to Brandon Flowers?ACT FOUR (47:47): Top 5 Songs About Home. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Another week, another broken promise from Kanye Omari West. Dave Hanratty and Craig Fitzpatrick keep the faith, however, by shining a thorough light on unreleased musical efforts of yore and the frustrations, strange magic and eventual realisations associated with each individual selection, one of which is especially timely...Before that, all the news that's fit to podcast about. Meanwhile, don't miss a brand new episode of NO AUX CORD over on patreon.com/noencore right now!ACT ONE (3:17): Electric Picnic update, Frank Ocean's latest venture, Tyler, the Creator's victory lap, British Sea Power's about-face, Ivor Novello action, Brian May's problematic hero, Slipknot's next move and Dolly Parton's foray into a whole new world of entertainment – it's YOUR week in music news.ACT TWO (30:22): Top 5 Unreleased Projects. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Global superstar music journalists Dave Hanratty and Craig Fitzpatrick recover from their second doses with a dose of THE TRUTH. In other words, another rambunctious episode of the best damn music podcast in town~!NO ENCORE is on Patreon with a new episode of NO AUX CORD landing on Monday. Hit up patreon.com/noencore for bonus content if you'd like to support the show.ACT ONE (3:18): Dave and Craig get reviewed for a change, the irresistible force that is Electric Picnic finally hits an inevitable immovable object and Rihanna achieves a lucrative milestone – it's the news.ACT TWO (23:32): Billie Eilish is back and she's Happier Than Ever. Are we, though?ACT THREE (42:08): Top 5 Songs About Fame Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

***Re-upload due to some distribution errors***The heatwave is over but the temperature can only rise as Dave Hanratty, David Higgins and Norma Howard convene for a discussion on vibrant summer musical sensation – and, er, box office flop – In The Heights!Are the songs good enough to sustain a two-and-a-half hour musical? Is it really that long? Are there any future stars in this cast? Did we need that bad CGI? And what's with the lack of a solo number for Jimmy Smits?!ACT ONE: What We've Been Watching including Another Round, Black Widow, Space Jam: A New Legacy, The Talented Mr. Ripley and a Christian Petzold mini-season.ACT TWO (36:10): In The Heights. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bit of a mouthful, that top five. And yet, in practice? Gold. Pure gold. It's NO ENCORE, everybody~! Dave Hanratty and Craig Fitzpatrick are back with the week's music news, a new album review and, but of course, that top five...ACT ONE (3:50): Joey Jordison 1975 – 2021, Pete Davidson's Ramones fear, P!nk's show of solidarity, the end of The X Factor and a very important Craig on Kanye.ACT TWO (33:05): Socially-conscious rapper Dave returns with second album We're All Alone In This Together and the feeling that his time is very much now. Does he deliver? ACT THREE (49:04): Top 5 Songs With Names In The Title. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sonic Architect Adam Shanahan brings you the debut episode of Before The ENCOREJoe Hertz is a London-based producer and songwriter working with artists like Pip Millet, Sam Wills and Barney Artist to name a few of many. He is one of the pioneers of the neo-soul/electronica sound that has become a lot more prevalent in the last number of years which now influences so many current popular artists and sounds.NO ENCORE is on Patreon here. If you like what you hear, please consider supporting us - all of your support to date is massively appreciated! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A new addition to the NO ENCORE family arrives this Monday 26th July!Before The ENCORE dives into the studio world and beyond as Sonic Architect Adam Shanahan speaks to producers, engineers, and other industry professionals to lift the secretive veil that shrouds the studio process and all of the goings-on that occur before the songs you hear reach your ears. This periodical will commence on 26th July 2021 and new episodes will drop on the last Monday of every month.Make sure to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts in order to stay up to date with NO ENCORE in all its' forms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Man, it's a hot one. Seriously, we're melting down. Don't worry, Dave Hanratty and Craig Fitzpatrick manage to keep their cool all the way through a brand new episode. The music, however, is a whole different story.On the agenda this week – Clairo's sophomore album in review, a scorcher of a Top 5, all the news that's fit to podcast about and an exciting show kick-off...ACT ONE: A special sonic architect-shaped announcement.ACT TWO (16:02): Mercury Prize noms, Biz Markie RIP, Matt Bellamy madness and some familiar NO ENCORE stop-offs – it's the news.ACT THREE (39:10): Singer-songwriter sensation Clairo returns with second album Sling. It's the '70s, buckaroo.ACT FOUR (53:24): Ice-cold sparkling water at the ready – it's our Top 5 Heatwave Anthems~!NO ENCORE is on Patreon if you'd like to consider supporting our little independent musical island – hit up patreon.com/noencore for bonus episodes, previews and playlists. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hot enough for ya?! Apologies, the actual on-air banter is a lot more original and enjoyable. Promise. Dave Hanratty and Craig Fitzpatrick reunite over a not-having-it Zoom connection to run the rule over the week in music news, review the new Vince Staples record and combine their shouts for the best sub-30-minute albums out there.NO ENCORE is on Patreon if you'd like to support the show – hit up patreon.com/noencore for bonus content including a freshly-released episode of NO AUX CORD; our monthly recommendation round-up hangout.As for this week's NE...ACT ONE (4:32): Julian Casablancas says that "soccer needs repair", Ed Sheeran has questionable taste in friends, Olivia Rodrigo goes to Washington and Craig has Barack Obama-themed remorse. It's the news!ACT TWO (28:59): Vince Staples talks, we listen. But do we like what we hear on Vince Staples, the album?ACT THREE (44:11): Top 5 Albums Under 30 Minutes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Your fully independent NO ENCORE is here, led by a freshly-jabbed Dave Hanratty and a smooth-as-silk Craig Fitzpatrick. With no album review to speak of this week, the boys turn their attention to records of yesterday, specifically those of a sophomore variety. Does the 'difficult second album' cliché apply? It does on Dave's side of things, at least...ACT ONE: A reminder that Craig is the smooth one here, not Dave.ACT TWO (6:16): The week in music news including reaction to the #PilotEvent, the pinnacle of Ed Sheeran's career, Morrissey's shoddy wordplay and some impromptu Top 5 inspiration.ACT THREE (36:32): Top 5 Sophomore Albums – Best & Worst~! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is the end... of Craig Fitzpatrick's absence from NO POPCORN. Everyone's favourite Jim Morrison sceptic joins Dave Hanratty and David Higgins to discuss Oliver Stone's reliably indulgent 1991 biopic The Doors.On the agenda – Val Kilmer's genuinely transcendant performance, The Doors' place in musical lore, Jim Morrison's frontman credentials, Oliver Stone's directorial choices and Craig's general suffering.ACT ONE: What We've Been Watching.ACT TWO (26:48): The Doors. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

NO ENCORE is on Patreon! Please consider supporting the show at patreon.com/noencore – bonus episodes, weekly previews, playlists and our eternal love await.It's an emotional one as Dave and Craig celebrate a major occasion while also ushering in the end of an era. There’s a new Tyler, The Creator album to consider and a Top 5 main event in which the guys might just find their way again. Onwards.ACT ONE: An important show announcement – and Craig's birthday, which also matters.ACT TWO (12:08): Christina Aguilera says #FreeBritney, Courtney Love picks a fight, Bruce Dickinson gets what he asked for, DMX set for the big screen and is Vin Diesel telling the truth? We’re not so sure. It’s the news!ACT THREE (39:06): Tyler, The Creator. Call Me If You Get Lost. Reviewed.ACT FOUR (54:37): Top 5 Songs About Being Lost Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

NO ENCORE is on Patreon. Your support is everything – patreon.com/noencore to help us keep the lights on and receive bonus episodes, previews, playlists and eternal love in reply.It's a special standalone interview episode as Dave Hanratty catches up with Morgana MacIntyre and Gemma Doherty; also known as the wonderful Saint Sister. New album Where I Should End is in the world for a few days now, so let's talk about it.On the conversational agenda; the 'difficult second album' cliché, Morgana and Gemma's individual approaches to finding perfect harmony, the perils of melancholic karaoke, Dave's controversial attitude towards cover songs and a whole lot more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ace music journo and our very own super sub Zara Hedderman joins a returning Craig Fitzpatrick for an episode that’s big on breaking news… and big on Bob. ACT ONE: How Craig helplessly listened last week, unable to come to an anguished Dave’s aid, a Hedderman catch-up, and a taste of a Saint Sister chat to come.ACT TWO (8:50): Subterranean Homesick… News? We tease out a developing story as Mumford & Sons lose a banjo player so he can save us from Antifa, or something. We also discuss Britney Spears’ heartbreaking new statement, T Pain’s bizarre (and heartbreaking) plane encounter with Usher, a ridiculously cringeworthy case of accidental plagiarism, a visit to Kiss Korner and much, much more.ACT THREE (49:20): Ditching new album talk this week for a deep dive into the wonderful world of Bob Dylan. As the icon hits a milestone birthday, Zara is tasked with picking her Top 5 Dylan songs of all time… while Craig has been digging around in the absolute dregs of his back catalogue. There’s some doozies in there, folks. Let’s dive in.If you’d like to support the show, find us on patreon.com/noencore. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Crank up the music, it's NO ENCORE. Dave Hanratty is joined by guest co-host Sarah Corcoran of Pillow Queens fame to deliver the very best in throwback rock anthems, specifically of a '90s vibe. That main event arrives in honour of the new album from enduring alt-rock outfit Garbage, which is reviewed on this very episode.NO ENCORE is on Patreon if you would like to support what we do. Every little helps - patreon.com/noencore for bonus episodes, previews and playlists.ACT ONE (4:30): News! Sarah gets emotional about the return of live music. Dave has a sweet Record Store Day-related tale. Electric Picnic is.... happening, apparently? Netflix and Spotify team up. Plus – how do you like your autobiographies?ACT TWO (33:56): Garbage return with seventh studio album No Gods No Masters. Their best in years or worthy of the rubbish bin?ACT THREE (44:02): Top! 5! '90s! Rock! Anthems! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The sun is shining. Gigs are back. Dave Hanratty and Craig Fitzpatrick, meanwhile, are confined to their respective indoor cages in order to deliver some piping hot audio for your listening pleasure.This week; the boys celebrate the commencement of EURO 2020 with a fitting Top 5 that barely has anything to do with football, Wolf Alice hit new heights and a quiet news week still serves up some notable stories.NO ENCORE is on Patreon and we would greatly appreciate your support! – patreon.com/noencore for bonus episodes, previews and playlists.ACT ONE (4:31): Mariah Carey sets the record straight, an Amy Winehouse anecdote inspires soap musings, Rob Halford reflects and Kid Cudi opens up. It's the week in music news.ACT TWO (24:06): Critics are lining up to anoint Wolf Alice as the new Best Band in Britain. Blue Weekend marks their third album. Is the hype justified?ACT THREE (37:30): Top 5 Songs About Winners & Losers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

NO ENCORE returns with another standalone interview edition. This time in the hot seat – Dublin-based electronica artist Mark O'Brien aka Royal Yellow.Dave Hanratty and Craig Fitzpatrick encounter an ebullient O'Brien, whose debut EP Still : Until is out right now for your listening pleasure. The former Enemies man details how Royal Yellow rose from the ashes of his previous outfit, shines a light on the importance of visual storytelling and explains why his music shouldn't be confused with Biffy Clyro, amongst other conversational highlights.NO ENCORE is on Patreon if you'd like to support the show and help us continue to make episodes like this one – patreon.com/noencore for bonus content, episode previews and our undying gratitude. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

NO ENCORE returns amidst the blazing sunshine with a laser-focus on acts that just didn't quite live up to mountains of hype. There's also a review of the new Black Midi album. Are those two things related? Maaaaaaaaybe. Maybe not. Who knows?!NO ENCORE is on Patreon and we would greatly appreciate your support! – patreon.com/noencore for bonus episodes, previews and playlists.ACT ONE: Your usual preamble fun including a preview of our next standalone interview episode.ACT TWO (8:24): A heated news section takes in Noel Gallagher's latest malaise, Lil Uzi Vert's inevitable diamond-based fallout, JAY-Z's relationship expertise, Sinéad O'Connor's media remorse, and Justin Timberlake's contentious legacy.ACT THREE (34:16): London avant-garde outfit Black Midi return with Cavalcade. A chaotic enough record receives the review it deserves.ACT FOUR (48:56): "Don't believe the hype." – Chuck D, Public Enemy, 1988. "Here are 10 acts that prove that maxim." – Dave and Craig, NO ENCORE, 2021 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rev your engines and so forth as NO ENCORE gets behind the wheel and tears down a musical motorway in search of the very best songs about putting the pedal to the metal. All that and a truckload of teenage angst on this week's album review.ACT ONE (3:30): A breezy news section takes in the return of Primavera, Matt Bellamy's mindful approach to science, Billy Corgan's wistful reflections, and Pusha T's childlike lamenting.ACT TWO (19:37): Musician, poet and noted swiftologist Alice Kiernan joins Dave and Craig to discuss rising pop sensation Olivia Rodrigo and her chart-bothering debut album SOUR. Organic next big thing or cynical industry plant? Much to think about.ACT THREE (43:49): Dave can't drive. Nor can Craig. As such, who better to deliver the Top 5 Songs About Driving?NO ENCORE is on Patreon if you'd like to encourage us to finally get driving lessons. Patreon.com/noencore for bonus episodes, previews and playlists. Vroom vroom. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Divine intervention occurs as Dave Hanratty and Craig Fitzpatrick convene for a most spiritual edition of NO ENCORE. Songs about Religion is on the agenda – a fitting follow-up to last week's apocalyptic adventures, probably. There's also the new St. Vincent album to consider and a week's worth of music news. It's! All! Happening!ACT ONE: A busy preamble.ACT TWO (9:35): News, featuring strange team-ups, Chris Martin's new approach to song titles, and Courtney Love's anger at a forthcoming TV show.ACT THREE (31:15): The rollout for the new St. Vincent record Daddy's Home hasn't been without controversy. But what of the album itself? The boys do their review thing.ACT FOUR (46:00): Top 5 Songs About Religion – Best (Dave) and Worst (Craig).NO ENCORE is on Patreon if you would like to support what we do. Patreon.com/noencore for bonus episodes, previews and playlists. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dave Hanratty, Norma Howard and David Higgins return with another music-related film review as they dive into Darius Marder's critically-acclaimed Sound of Metal. A recent streaming release for Irish viewers, it tells the story of a noise-metal drummer who begins to rapidly lose his hearing and his subsequent attempts to manage the situation.Is this an authentic portrayal of Deaf culture? Does the casting reflect that? What about the sound design? How are the performances? And is Ruben's band any good or not? All that and more discussed on a new NO POPCORN.ACT ONE: What We've Been Watching including Dave's descent into one-star Netflix-approved hell.ACT TWO (28:00): Sound of Metal.Every episode of NO POPCORN is right here: http://spoti.fi/38ZBjOO NO ENCORE is on Patreon if you'd like to throw us the price of a cinema ticket in return for bonus episodes, playlists, previews and our eternal gratitude: patreon.com/noencore Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cheer up, it's only the end of the world.Dave Hanratty and Craig Fitzpatrick combine in apocalyptic fashion to deliver a Top 5 worthy of Doomsday itself. It's fun, honest! Plus, it gives the guys the on-the-spot chance to conjure up their dream squad for taking on a horde of the undead.ACT ONE: All the music news that's fit to podcast including the latest demise of Longitude, BRIT Awards and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame happenings, Drake's aromatic business venture, FBI x Kurt Cobain, and Elton John personally upsetting Craig.ACT TWO (25:30): 'Guitar music not dead' klaxon! Danish post-punks Iceage invite us to Seek Shelter on their latest, quickly-acclaimed effort.ACT THREE (38:30): It's the end of the world as we know it (and we feel fine) with a selection of killer songs worth expiring to.NO ENCORE is on Patreon if you'd like to help us out with our zombie apocalypse preparations – patreon.com/noencore for bonus episodes – brand new NO AUX CORD out now! – previews and playlists. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Two of a kind. Birds of a feather. Dave Hanratty and Craig Fitzpatrick combine once more to run the rule over the music world.On the agenda this week – lots of news including a shock nu metal return (turns out we're not done with it, sorry), the third album from rock enthusiasts Royal Blood and a Top 5 that celebrates and commiserates some of the most interesting musical duos in history.ACT ONE (3:15): News! Wicked Wisdom reborn, Billie Eilish makes a statement, gigs are back... kind of, Ed Sheeran gives back, and what are U2 doing now?ACT TWO (26:50): Simultaneously really popular and quite forgettable arena-fillers Royal Blood return with Typhoons, an album Dave reckons he listened to over 20 times this week. Does that mean it's good, though?ACT THREE (40:00): Top 5 Musical Duos – best (Craig) and worst (Dave) – takes in all manner of intriguing unions.NO ENCORE is on Patreon and we would greatly appreciate your support! New episode of NO AUX CORD drops in a few days' time. Patreon.com/noencore for bonus eps, previews and playlists. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

NO ENCORE's music x movies side hustle returns with a rather revered turn-of-the-century affair; the John Cusack-fronted hipster relationship dramedy that is High Fidelity.Is lovesick protagonist Rob Gordon charming or toxic? How much Jack Black can one film handle? Is this the best Catherine Zeta-Jones performance on record? How are the tunes? Does the fourth-wall breaking structure work? And more!ACT ONE: A special Oscars-themed edition of What We've Been Watching shines a light on Nomadland, Another Round, Minari, Ma Rainey's Black Bottom and other such Academy Award alumni. Oh, and the new Mortal Kombat reboot.ACT TWO (30:00): High Fidelity.Every episode of NO POPCORN is right here: http://spoti.fi/38ZBjOO NO ENCORE is on Patreon if you'd like to throw us the price of a cinema ticket in return for bonus episodes, playlists, previews and our eternal gratitude: patreon.com/noencore Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s on! A NO ENCORE for the ages, as we revisit the good and garbage of a genre very close to Dave’s heart – and clearly seldom far from Craig’s thoughts. Yep. Nu Metal Special. Time to let it all come out. Stand up and shout, etc etc.ACT ONE: Craig has just narrowly avoided some work-based embarrassment so he naturally jumps on the show to talk about said embarrassing thing.ACT TWO (4:24): Billie Joe Armstrong assesses Green Day’s best work, so we assess his assessment. A busy news section, that has time for a trip to Kiss Korner before…ACT THREE (22:53): …Dave talks to London-based journalist and Gunners fan Reiss De Bruin about Spotify founder Daniel Ek's Arsenal takeover bid.ACT FOUR (40:40): As Dave makes a compelling case for the musical genre of his youth, Craig prepares the damning evidence for its Hague tribunal. This week’s Top 5? Best & Worst Nu Metal Songs.If you make it through all of that in one piece, hit us up on patreon.com/noencore. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As the avarice of the beautiful game makes itself known, Dave Hanratty and Craig Fitzpatrick pivot to a much more innocent and wholesome world of entertainment – Hollywood.In honour of the imminent Academy Awards, the boys deliver a Top 5 that celebrates the very best in music that has been officially commissioned to appear in a motion picture or the promotional material thereof! There's also a review of the new album from mysterious hardcore collective The Armed and a lean enough news week to consider...ACT ONE (3:42): This week's news round-up takes in the depressing battle that is Morrissey vs. The Simpsons, a potentially packed BRIT Awards, a Bob Dylan-shaped journalism scrap and a necessary visit to KISS Korner.ACT TWO (21:50): Detroit outfit The Armed make plenty of noise on fourth album ULTRAPOP but is it the good kind of eardrum-bothering action? What's more, are they even who they say they are? The boys consider the evidence.ACT THREE (39:37): Dave's hopes for a snappily-titled section are dashed immediately but this week's rundown delivers strong box office returns – it's Top 5 Original Songs Written For Films!NO ENCORE is on Patreon if you would like to nominate us for Best Original Podcast - patreon.com/noencore for bonus episodes, previews and playlists. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Saddle up for a wonderfully scattershot edition of NO POPCORN with all of the wild energy of Robert Altman's dizzying ensemble Nashville.An epic episode in honour of a truly epic film that captures the madness of the American country and gospel music scene of the seventies. Or is Nashville a political thriller? A dark comedy? A poignant tragedy? Honestly, it's not that easy to define.Luckily, however, we have the perfect guest host on board to take messrs Hanratty, Higgins and Howard through everything in the form of Tandem Felix chief cowboy David Tapley. Yee haw, indeed.ACT ONE (4:45): A bumper What We've Been Watching round-up featuring Zack Snyder's Justice League, Minari, some Bourne action, a handful of 'not great but eminently watchable' flicks, some "exquisite garbage", Godzilla vs. Kong, courtroom dramas, an underappreciated Martin Scorsese effort, Sunset Boulevard, and Hayden Christensen's one-and-only good performance.ACT TWO (45:15): Nashville.Every episode of NO POPCORN is right here: http://spoti.fi/38ZBjOO NO ENCORE is on Patreon if you'd like to throw us the price of a cinema ticket in return for bonus episodes, playlists, previews and our eternal gratitude: patreon.com/noencore Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dave Hanratty and Craig Fitzpatrick apply liberal amounts of Brylcreem, don shimmering white suits and get ready for their big 'step off the stool' moment as a boy band-focused episode takes hold. Before it gets too intense, we have the new Brockhampton album, the news week in review and a passionate tribute to DMX from the man known as Mango.ACT ONE (3:25): The news round-up takes in the passing of DMX, the horrific union of Mick Jagger and Dave Grohl, Spotify's bid to jazz up the vaccine experience, Moby's attempt at 4D chess, and an important, in-depth Kanye update.ACT TWO (23:48): Mango of Mango x MathMan fame pays his respects to DMX.ACT THREE (41:00): Exciting hip-hop collective Brockhampton – who are not a boy band anymore, okay? – are back with their sixth studio album and potentially their most coherent narrative yet. Is it any good though?ACT FOUR (54:00): Top 5 Best & Worst Boy Band Songs featuring Dave's latest and perhaps ultimate shout for the worst thing anyone has ever heard ever.NO ENCORE is on Patreon if you'd like to support the show: patreon.com/noencore for bonus episodes, previews, playlists and our eternal gratitude. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Greetings, salutations and other midweek ways of saying hello.Dave and Craig reunite a couple of days early in order to bring you a good aul chat with MuRli and Kobina as they celebrate Ra Gerra; the collaborative electronica/hip-hop project that has brought them together as a musical collective.New single 'Pressure' lands this Friday. First up, we go behind the scenes of the project from its formation to its purpose, how the guys developed Ra Gerra despite being in two different countries throughout the process, what to expect from the album, MuRli's approach to lyrics, why the act holds personal significance for Kobina and plenty more. Steely Dan fans, brace yourselves.NO ENCORE is on Patreon if you'd like to help us keep the lights on. Your support is invaluable – patreon.com/noencore Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Last time Zara Hedderman teamed up with Craig for an episode, Garth Brooks: The Road became essential viewing. After this ep, we trust you’ll be rushing to rent Valley Girl starring a young Nicholas Cage. And hopefully get a solid steer on the much-hyped Dry Cleaning album, plus some of the best talk-y bits in musical history to boot. Dave’s away, let’s play....ACT ONE: Craig and Zara confront Mother Nature’s harsh realities. It’s dog eat dog out there. Or spider eat wasp. Ant eat poison. In any event, a grizzly preamble…ACT TWO (7:01): The news gets Jepic as we discuss John and Edward’s Twitter takedown of the X Factor machine. Elsewhere, we’re baffled by an AI Nirvana song and Alice Cooper gets high with Hendrix. And yes, a little NFT bit. But also: Ja Rule!ACT THREE (34:18): We join Dry Cleaning’s knitting circle, dissecting the London quartet’s debut album like a couple of emo dead stuff collectors.ACT FOUR (50:12): Keeping things spoken word in our final segment, spotlighting our favourite bits of talking in songs, from full spoken word to samples and melodramatic breakdowns. Quite the rollercoaster.Until next week, you can find us, as ever, on patreon.com/noencore. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

NO ENCORE returns with the man of the moment David Balfe aka For Those I Love in conversation one week on from the release of his incredible debut album, mere hours after his down-to-the-wire chart battle with Justin Bieber was decided.On the agenda; finally releasing the album and the reaction to it, how and why the record went offline two years ago and what led to its return, selling out the Olympia Theatre, behind the scenes of Later with... Jools Holland, Other Voices and The Tommy Tiernan Show, the future of the project and a great deal more.For Those I Love album available at https://forthoseilove.ffm.to/albumNO ENCORE is on Patreon if you'd like to support the show – patreon.com/noencore for bonus episodes, previews and playlists. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.