The Chatterbox Redux Podcast with Nick & Sue

In this edition of the Chatterbox Redux Podcast, Nick and Sue are joined by singer-songwriter Dean Friedman, a guy that was indie before it was cool to be indie, "Ariel," "Lucky Stars," "Lydia," and the famously banned "McDonald’s Girl"—Dean Friedman didn’t just write songs; he built cinematic worlds in four minutes or less. In this episode, Sue and Nick sit down with the man who redefined the singer-songwriter genre with his quirky, literate, and deeply melodic storytelling.We’re going beyond the radio hits to discuss Dean’s journey as a pioneer of independent music, his unique approach to the "crowdfunding" model long before the internet existed, and why his songs still resonate with a global cult following decades later.Dean talks about revisiting the UK on tour and performing at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.

In this episode of Chatterbox Redux, Nick and Sue sit down with a true living legend of broadcasting history. From the thrills of Radio Luxembourg to the golden era of BBC Radio 1 and the resurgence of classic artists today, we’re diving deep into the life and career of Mike Read.Whether you remember him from the "Great 208," his iconic run on Saturday Superstore, or you're currently voting on his global Heritage Chart, Mike shares stories that define the soundtrack of our lives, and not forgetting the Radio One Road Show and what are the possibilities of some similar coming back in 2026. Also find out what else Mike Read is presenting.Great memories

Dust off your bell-bottoms and get ready for a trip down memory lane that’s more than just a nostalgia trip—it’s a masterclass in music history. This week, Nick & Sue are joined by a literal legend: Phil Wright, the original drummer and unmistakable lead vocalist of the iconic 1970,s powerhouse, Paper Lace.Whether you’ve belted out "The Night Chicago Died" in the car or remember the global phenomenon of "Billy Don't Be a Hero," you won't want to miss the stories behind the songs that defined a decade.Phil pulls back the curtain on the whirlwind years of the 70s, sharing insights you won't find on a Wikipedia page:The "Billy" Battle: The real story behind the UK vs. US charts and the friendly (or not-so-friendly?) competition over their breakout hit.The Voice of a Generation: Phil talks about balancing life behind the drum kit while providing the lead vocals for some of the biggest pop anthems in history.Life on the Road: Hilarious and heartfelt anecdotes from the height of "Paper Lace-mania."The Redux Twist: Nick & Sue dig into what Phil is up to now and how the music industry has shifted since the days of vinyl dominance.RRSVERIFY

In this edition of the Chatterbox Redux Podcast, Nick is joined by Jonny Taylor of The Horn, who have recently landed a fantastic task of supporting The Boomtown Rats on tourJonny Taylor is the lead vocalist and guitarist for London-based indie rock band, The Horn. Known for his "efficacious" vocals, Taylor helps drive the band's sound, which blends indie, rock, and synth textures. The band is known for tracks like "Too Many Moments" and "Do It Now".Key Details about Jonny Taylor of The Horn:Role: Lead singer and guitarist.Band Members: Works alongside bassist Nick True, multi-instrumentalist Danny Monk, keyboardist Ed Cox, and drummer Alex Moorse.Musical Style: The band is described as indie/rock with a "Britpop" feel.

Today, Nick is joined by Danny Addison, who started his career as a Manchester-based singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist known for blending alternative folk with cinematic soundscapes. Raised in a musical family, he creates intimate yet grand,, rhythm-driven music with themes of introspection, trauma, and personal growth. His debut album, Porcelain, was released in summer 2025. He now lives in his child-hood home town of Hitchin and is become a well known face on the London Music Scene, and is adding more and more venues in the capital, to those that he already appears.This make a very interesting podcast interview and hope that you will look into Danny Adisson and his music further,

It was a treat for Nick & Sue to interview the great Jeff Wayne on the Chatterbox Redux Podcast.In this episode, Jeff, the mastermind behind the iconic musical version of The War of The Worlds, Tells us how a 19th-century novel became a 1970s prog-rock masterpiece and a modern-day immersive phenomenon.Jeff’s enthusiasm is infectious, and it’s clear that even after nearly 50 years, he’s still finding new ways to make us fear (and love) the Martians. Nick and Sue extract plenty of the "behind-the-scenes" magic that fans usually don't hear. The interview covers the 2025/2026 tour and look toward how Jeff will celebrate the fiftieth anniversary in 2028. This podcast is a must for all fans.

In this edition of the Chatterbox Redux Podcast, Sue and Nick, sit down with the legendary Allan Clarke, co-founder and original lead singer of The Hollies.Allan chats about working with Graham Nash again and talks about his Classic Hits, and His New Chapter.From the "British Invasion" heights of the 1960s to his recent releases and work and Allan answers some Podcast regulars questions, as well as one from us as to whether The Hollies would ever reform with him as lead singer. What was his answer?As the time of uploading and re-editing in 2026, Allan had just suffered a heart attack. We at Chatterbox Redux Podcast wish him a speedy recovery

In this episode of The Chatterbox Redux, Nick and Sue welcome legendary British Invasion icon Billy J. Kramer. We dive deep into the Merseybeat era, discussing his close relationship with Brian Epstein and his experience recording Lennon-McCartney type hits written by others.Billy J Kramer takes us right up to the present day and talks about some of his new recordings from the 2020's and about his plans to go back on the stage,

In this edition Nick and Sue sit down with Rod Davis of The Quarrymen to discuss the origins of the Beatles, playing with John Lennon in Liverpool, and the day Paul McCartney joined the band at the St. Peter's Church Fete."In 2026, Rod is the vocalist and still performs with The Quarrymen and during this interview he will take you through his life, including the point in the late 1970's and 1980, when John Lennon was aiming to reform The Quarrymen.This podcast contains a lot of music history and is a must to all 50's and 60's music fans and Beatles fans too. The big question was always would The Beatles have reformed, well maybe not, but perhaps The Quarrymen would have done with that line-up.

In the very first Chatterbox Redux Podcast show, Sue and Nick are joined by the original Beatles drummer Pete Best, also known as the Fifth Beatle.Here Pete chats about the early days and how his mother Mona bet every last penny on an outsider on a horserace to make her dreams come true. He chats about the most famous sacking in the world and how he got over it and what he has done with his life.The interview culminates with Pete's business venture in turning the Casbah into a Beatles themes B&B and Guest House.