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Nick Amies @nickamies.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

So, I wrote a book. And for a bona fide publishing house this time. It's about Blur and it's coming out in January. If you fancy it, you can pre-order now from @foylesforbooks.bsky.social If not, no doubt I'll remind you of it closer to the publication date. www.foyles.co.uk/book/blur-fo...

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Nick Amies @nickamies.bsky.social · 13/06/2025

Life has been getting in the way a bit recently but Paul and I managed to record a new episode last night which is less structured and planned out than usual. It was an interesting, organically developing conversation about our complicated relationships with all things Britpop...

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Nick Amies @nickamies.bsky.social · 08/04/2025

This was fun - and a little daunting, given that I was sharing the airwaves with somewhat of an expert. An interesting exercise to go into such a deep dive practically deaf and blind to the album. Hopefully it all makes sense.

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Nick Amies @nickamies.bsky.social · 29/01/2025

We're on a roll over at @tracksofouryears.bsky.social. Two shows in two days (1992, 2008) & another pencilled in for Friday. Do you have any memories or views on the HAPPY DAZE compilation from 1990? Ride, Happy Mondays, Pixies, Jesus Jones? If so, send us a short audio clip & be part of it.

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Nick Amies @nickamies.bsky.social · 26/01/2025

1992 was another outstanding year for music so Paul and I are going deep into it this week on Tracks of Our Years, with a view to getting the show out in the coming weeks. We'd love to include some of your stories so get in touch. A short audio clip would suffice!

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Tracks of Our Years @tracksofouryears.bsky.social · 26/01/2025

Our extended end-of-year break is coming to a close as we prepare to launch two fantastic celebrity episodes in the coming days. We're also recording a new show on 1992 this week so if you have any musical memories to add, send in your audio! Tell us your story, tell us your songs.

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Nick Amies @nickamies.bsky.social · 19/12/2024

An odd yet exciting year in music for me, 1998. Have a listen...

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Tracks of Our Years @tracksofouryears.bsky.social · 19/12/2024

We're back with our latest edition of TRACKS OF OUR YEARS and this time Paul and Nick are delving into the depths of 1998... open.spotify.com/episode/7HLl...

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The Mild Mannered Army Episode 34 - Tracks of Our Years 1998

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Nick Amies @nickamies.bsky.social · 03/12/2024

The latest TRACKS OF OUR YEARS podcast sees Paul and myself discussing 1994, not just the B-word but also serial killers, Tory sex scandals, and TLC. An important year culturally in the UK and a pivotal one on a personal level. To paraphrase Rick James, "1994...it's a helluva year.

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Tracks of Our Years @tracksofouryears.bsky.social · 03/12/2024

Some of you will know, the original basis for Paul & Nick's collaboration was a shared love of Britpop. What you will also know is that these contrarians will often deliberately avoid aspects of Britpop even when discussing 1994. See exhibit A below! open.spotify.com/episode/081v...

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The Mild Mannered Army Episode 32 - Tracks of Our Years 1994

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Nick Amies @nickamies.bsky.social · 27/11/2024

I was as surprised as anyone to discover how important and transformative 1987 was in my development! From "only goth in the village" to nascent indie kid, it was an interesting year - and a fantastic one for music. Check out the new episode of @tracksofouryears.bsky.social

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Tracks of Our Years @tracksofouryears.bsky.social · 27/11/2024

Tease your hair and apply your eyeliner because TRACKS OF OUR YEARS is heading back to 1987 for a gothtastic trawl through more of Nick's @nickamies.bsky.social musical memories, guided as always by Paul. New episode now live: open.spotify.com/episode/6REb...

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The Mild Mannered Army Episode 31 - Tracks of Our Years 1987

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Nick Amies @nickamies.bsky.social · 22/11/2024

Great fun as always and I never need an excuse to tell my Alan from Shed Seven story...

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Tracks of Our Years @tracksofouryears.bsky.social · 22/11/2024

Another episode in the can... Paul and Nick talked all things 1994 earlier today, from serial killer Fred West to TLC's Waterfalls. And no, there is no other link connecting these two things other than the year in question. Keep your eyes and ears peeled for this one. Next up though will be 1987.

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Nick Amies @nickamies.bsky.social · 20/11/2024

Another hugely enjoyable conversation with my brother from another mother. The latest Tracks of Our Years is now live and this week we're time travelling back to 1991.

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Tracks of Our Years @tracksofouryears.bsky.social · 20/11/2024

The boys are back in town... The new episode of Tracks of Our Years is now live with Paul and Nick sharing their musical choices and personal memories from 1991. open.spotify.com/episode/2cfm...

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The Mild Mannered Army Episode 30 - Tracks of Our Years 1991

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Tracks of Our Years @tracksofouryears.bsky.social · 17/11/2024

This and all our other shows can also be found on Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/1hhk...

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The Mild Mannered Army Episode 29 - Tracks of Our Years 1989

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Tracks of Our Years @tracksofouryears.bsky.social · 17/11/2024

Our latest episode of Tracks of Our Years sees Paul flying solo, taking us on a journey through his chosen tunes and memories from 1989. Listen to Paul and Nick talking all things '89 here: www.podbean.com/pu/pbblog-6d...

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Nick Amies @nickamies.bsky.social · 16/11/2024

Need advice from those in the graphic novel/comic world. I have the stories but no artist to work with. All the publishing houses I contact want the full package (writer/artist) on board before even considering the material. What's the best way to approach/find an artist to potentially work with?

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Benita Lipps @benitalipps.bsky.social · 16/11/2024

Hey Bluesky community! 🌟 Excited to spread my wings in this vibrant space. 🦋 After adventures on LinkedIn and giving up on X, I’m looking forward to new conversations here. Let’s connect on making our nonprofits smarter, more engaging, innovative, and impactful by learning from each other! 🚀✨

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Tim Burgess @tim-burgess.bsky.social · 16/11/2024

Here you go, a starter pack of Independent Record Shops to follow (pass it on, guessing they’d appreciate that) go.bsky.app/FFCkVXG

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Nick Amies @nickamies.bsky.social · 15/11/2024

This is the podcast that I'm proud to be the sometime co-host of. It's essentially about music, but so much more. Because music is more than just the music, isn't it? Feel free to dive in and swim around. New episodes every - or at least, most - weeks.

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Tracks of Our Years @tracksofouryears.bsky.social · 15/11/2024

The Mild Mannered Army podcast is now here! As well as still being on the channel that should not be named. For all of you Blueskyers who don't know, we have a shedload of great content for you to explore, including new episodes of our TRACKS OF OUR YEARS series. open.spotify.com/show/0PytXrs...

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The Mild Mannered Army

Podcast · paullaird · A podcast where it really is the music that matters. Deep dives into classic albums. Laser focus on specific artists. Strolls through the music of significant years. Long for...

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