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Surprise Cast @surprisecast.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Upcoming Episode w/ Shopfires How does Neil feel after a 20 year hiatus and being an outsider? Hear the exciting interview on Friday, October 2! @shopfiresmusic.bsky.social @subjangle.bsky.social #janglepop #musicinterview #c86 #postpunk #surprisecast

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Surprise Cast @surprisecast.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

IT'S OFFICIAL Surprise Cast #281 Hear my deep conversation with Sam Fryer, lead singer of the band #gentlytender. We discuss their new EP, 'This Was Once Fields', ADHD diagnosis, and memories of being in the great indie band, #palmaviolets. Listen: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s...

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Surprise Cast @surprisecast.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

I’ve been thinking about why #MarinaYozora created and released so many different versions of her beautiful song, “Snow Heat.” I'm curious to hear from other musicians: have you had a similar experience with a song? podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s...

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Surprise Cast #280 Marina Yozora

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Surprise Cast @surprisecast.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

IT'S OFFICIAL Surprise Cast #280 How do you create 4 different versions of one song? Marina, the London indie artist joined me to discuss her new song, "Snow Heat". We also talk about live experiences and Hazel English. Listen: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s... #hazelenglish #musicinterview

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Surprise Cast @surprisecast.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

For fans of beautiful dreampop, indie, and shoegaze, check out this rising new artist, #marinayozora My interview with her drops on Friday, September 25. marinayozora.bandcamp.com/track/snow-h...

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Snow Heat, by Marina Yozora

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Surprise Cast @surprisecast.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

IT'S OFFICIAL Surprise Cast #279 Ian Pickering, former member of The Sneaker Pimps, showed up to talk about his solo project, The Noise Who Runs, and the latest album, Re: Gen X. Listen: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s... @shamelesspromotion.bsky.social #sneakerpimps Photo by Lucie Logier

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Surprise Cast @surprisecast.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

IT'S OFFICIAL Surprise Cast #278 Please enjoy this cozy and friendly podcast w/ @theedarlingbuds.bsky.social. We discuss their amazing new album, 'same sun | same sky', and plenty of more interesting topics. Listen: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s... #cheerytreerecords #musicinterview

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Surprise Cast @surprisecast.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

My interview with The Darling Buds lands tomorrow at 8am(uk) / 12am (pdt). Keep your eyes and ears...open! @theedarlingbuds.bsky.social youtu.be/__LuSklH7SI?...

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The Darling Buds - Hey Saint Jude (Official Video)

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Surprise Cast @surprisecast.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Hats off to TCM host, @davekarger.bsky.social for joining me on Surprise Cast to discuss his wonderful new book, 50 Movie Nights. He provides keen insight on creation of it and the celebrities who provided their unique commentary. Listen: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s... @tcmtv.bsky.social

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Surprise Cast @surprisecast.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

On Wednesday, I'll share my podcast interview w/ TCM Host, Entertainment Journalist, and Author, @davekarger.bsky.social Enjoy his visit on the Today Show as he talks about his wonderful book, 50 Movie Nights: Contemporary Stars on Their Favorite Classic Films. youtu.be/SlvlpZWtqWQ?...

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Celebs Share Favorite Movies of All Time in '50 Movie Nights' Book

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Surprise Cast @surprisecast.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Mark this one on your calendar! Ex Adorable frontman, #petefij, joined me for a heartfelt conversation about his dazzling new album, 'Up's The New Down', personal challenges, Adorable, collaborating with ex. House of Love, Terry Bickers, & more. Available on Monday, Oct 5! petefij.bandcamp.com

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Surprise Cast @surprisecast.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

IT'S OFFICIAL Surprise Cast #276 @seaofdays.bsky.social joins me to discuss his magnificent new album, 'Traces', love for teaching, & the indie band The National. He's a real treasure! Take a listen: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s... @shorediverecords.bsky.social @thenationalhq.bsky.social

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Surprise Cast @surprisecast.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

JUST TWO MORE SLEEPS! This thoughtful album is about reconnecting with oneself--all the darkness & light that come with being human. 'Traces', Teaching, & The National make it into this upcoming episode on Friday, Sept. 11. seaofdays.bandcamp.com/album/traces-2 @seaofdays.bsky.social #dreampop #

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Traces, by Sea of Days

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Surprise Cast @surprisecast.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

IT'S OFFICIAL Surprise Cast #275 Hear the former guitarist for The Mighty Lemon Drops reveal all about the 1986 classic album, 'Happy Head'. Listen: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s... #davidnewton #themightylemondrops #postpunk #interview #sirerecords #wolverhampton #guitarist #songwriter

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Surprise Cast @surprisecast.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

Just 5 more days away! Shane delivers a thoughtful conversation about the new album 'Traces', teaching, & indie band The National. Mark it on your calendar: Friday, Sept. 11. @seaofdays.bsky.social #thenational #indie Grab the stunning album 'Traces'. seaofdays.bandcamp.com/album/traces-2

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Surprise Cast @surprisecast.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

IT'S OFFICIAL Surprise Cast #274 We chat about childhood influences, being in the Siouxsie and the Banshees band, & collaborating with Jah Wobble for the new album, 'Automated Paradise'. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s... @shamelesspromotion.bsky.social #jonklein #jahwobble

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Surprise Cast @surprisecast.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Are you ready to go deep inside the 40th anniversary of, 'Happy Head' with songwriter, guitarist David Newton? I was surprised be a few things he shared :). MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2026. #themightylemondrops #davidnewton #podcast #musicinterview #wolverhampton #c86 #burbank #happyhead

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Surprise Cast @surprisecast.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

I had a lively chat with Ross and Katie from @softscience.bsky.social. We discussed their sublime new album, 'Sand'. Arrival on September 4. Hear the full interview in the fall. @spinoutnuggets.bsky.social @shelfliferecords.bandcamp.com Check out "Spinning" video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=O3W4...

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Soft Science - Spinning (Official Video)

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Surprise Cast @surprisecast.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

ICYMI. This was such an interesting interview with @sisterraydavies.bsky.social I loved hearing about the inspiration behind their fantastic album, 'Holy Island'. Listen: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s... @soniccathedral.bsky.social #muscleshoals #musicinterview #shoegaze #rock #chapterhouse

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Surprise Cast @surprisecast.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Listen to Daniel @forcefieldpr.bsky.social talk about a friend who opened the music door for him. Hear the full interview: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s... #podcast #interview #podcasthighlights #publicrelations Background music courtesy of @tmbg.bsky.social www.forcefieldpr.com

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Surprise Cast @surprisecast.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

ICYMI Enjoy the audio appetizer from my lovely chit chat w/ Simon Raymonde of @bellaunion.bsky.social and @cocteauofficial.bsky.social Listen to the full interview: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s... #podcast #musicinterview #dreampop #recordlabel #brighton

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Emma Anderson @emmaandersonmusic.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Heidi and I sang on a cover of 'Love's Riddle' by The Steve Miller Band but see my previous post and also @glassmodern.bsky.social socials etc for more details of other contributors, songs etc. It's a lovely record, truly.

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Surprise Cast @surprisecast.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

I had an incredible chat with #simonraymonde of @bellaunion.bsky.social and @cocteauofficial.bsky.social One of my favourite quotes: "And I don't know if that's an age thing or it's because I'm just allowing myself to feel things." Take a listen: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s...

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Surprise Cast @surprisecast.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

JUST 2 MORE SLEEPS TO GO! Hear my full-length interview (Monday) with Simon Raymonde. As a great Cocteau Twins tune, we go deep under the skin of life, including a discussion of my favorite e.p. of all time, 'Love's Easy Tears.' #cocteautwins #bellaunion cocteautwins.com surprisecast.com

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Surprise Cast @surprisecast.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

IT'S OFFICIAL Surprise Cast #268 Joseph & Ari as they share their unique stories from behind the lens, including unforgettable experiences photographing Nine Inch Nails, No Doubt, & more. You're just a click away :). Listen: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s... #photographers #videodirector #music

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Surprise Cast @surprisecast.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

IT'S OFFICIAL Surprise Cast #267 Launch your week with Richard Olson of @thehangingstars.bsky.social . He discusses the band's new album, 'Just a Day', recording at #edwyncollins studio, collaborating w/ #gerardlove and more. #podcast #interview Listen here: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s...

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Surprise Cast @surprisecast.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

UPCOMING EPISODE Simon Raymonde, co-founder of @bellaunion.bsky.social and former bassist of @cocteauofficial.bsky.social, shares deep insights on music, solitude, pride, love, and legacy. Hear the full interview on Monday, August 17, available for streaming on all major platforms! #podcast

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Surprise Cast @surprisecast.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Thank you to @lovejoy-official.bsky.social for joining me on Surprise Cast today. Richard Preece spoke about artistic inspiration, creativity, and the gorgeous album, 'Under the Weather'. What an album for the ears and heart. A must own! @spinoutnuggets.bsky.social @shelfliferecords.bandcamp.com

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Sonic Cathedral @soniccathedral.bsky.social · 25/07/2026

Happy first birthday to @dotallison.bsky.social and Lomond Campbell’s ‘Subconsciousology’, which includes this banger! 💥💥💥

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Surprise Cast @surprisecast.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

IT'S OFFICIAL Surprise Cast #266 Start your week w/ this amazing new episode. #HansOlsson, producer and mastering engineer, discusses the technical side of his work @ his amazing collaborative friendship w/ indie singer #JoseGonzalez. A must listen! Listen here: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s...

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Surprise Cast @surprisecast.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

ICYMI Check my interviews with @mtstmtn.bsky.social & @danielland.bsky.social Listen: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s... Monday, hear my interview w/ #hansolsson. He produced one of the best albums of the year, Jose Gonzalez's "Against the Dying of the Light". www.instagram.com/hansolsson_/

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Surprise Cast @surprisecast.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

IT'S OFFICIAL Surprise Cast #265 " I don't expect people to be cool...just want them to work hard." Check out my interview w/owner of @mtstmtn.bsky.social He shares his journey of running an indie record label. Listen: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s... #recordlabel #indie #podcast

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Surprise Cast @surprisecast.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

This quote from musician Daniel Land stood out to me during our interview. Hear the full conversation! Listen: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s... #dreampop #ambient #england #podcast #interview #memorablequote

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Shore Dive Records @shorediverecords.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

@seaofdays.bsky.social @shapes_like_people Out today, a shoegaze and dreampop compilation in support of @mindcharity , all proceeds will go to the charity. @shades.of.violette.music #shorediverecords ##shoegaze #indie #alternative #dreampop

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Yea-Ming @yeaming.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

Celebrating @dandyboyrecords.bsky.social in September 💙💙💙

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Surprise Cast @surprisecast.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

IT'S OFFICIAL Surprise Cast #264 Launch your week with @danielland.bsky.social. He talks about his gay identity, song analysis, love for Cocteau Twins, and finding his voice through music. A heartfelt episode! #podcast #interview #dreampop #ambient Listen here: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s...

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Surprise Cast @surprisecast.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

ICYMI Check out my interviews with @glenndonaldson.bsky.social @theumbrellassf.bsky.social @redredpaw.bsky.social from last week. Listen: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s... Tomorrow's episode is with ambient, dreampop master @danielland.bsky.social #podcast #interview #music

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Surprise Cast @surprisecast.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

IT'S OFFICIAL Surprise Cast #263 Antony @redredpaw.bsky.social talks about the art of being a mastering engineer. He's worked w/ Andy Bell, #Ride, Dot Allison #onedove, #simonscott @slowdiveofficial.bsky.social & many others. He's a natural talent! Take a listen: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s...

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Sea Of Days @seaofdays.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

How the #MindYourMind project began. Thanks to Tom Leonard for the original music and video and @shorediverecords.bsky.social for releasing the compilation at shorediverecords.bandcamp.com/album/mind-y... pay what you like for the digital version.

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Slumberland Records @slumberlandrecords.com · 22/07/2026

Can vouch - this is always super fun!

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Surprise Cast @surprisecast.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Tomorrow's episode with @redredpaw.bsky.social One of the most talented mastering engineers in the business joined me for an educational and entertaining conversation. Hear the full interview on Friday, July 24! Check out Antony's website: www.redredpaw.com #masterengineer #musician #isan

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Surprise Cast @surprisecast.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Podcast Highlights! Enjoy these short clips regarding fun and the importance of @heavenlyamelia.bsky.social Hear the full interview: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s... @glenndonaldson.bsky.social @theumbrellassf.bsky.social @slumberlandrecords.com #firerecrods #indie #sanfrancisco #podcast

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Surprise Cast @surprisecast.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Memorable Quotes from episode 262! Morgan - "I think... Heavenly directly, like if they never happened, umbrellas would never have happened." Glenn - "Singing is the most natural feeling because that's the thing I've done the longest." Hear the full episode: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s...

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Surprise Cast @surprisecast.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

IT'S OFFICIAL Surprise Cast #262 Glenn Donaldson @glenndonaldson.bsky.social & Morgan Stanley @theumbrellassf.bsky.social joined me to talk musicianship, live performance, & the indie albums that impacted their ears. @slumberlandrecords.com #indie Listen: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s...

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Surprise Cast @surprisecast.bsky.social · 19/07/2026

BRAND NEW EPISODE Drops on Monday, July 20 Glenn of The Reds, Pinks and Purples and Morgan of The Umbrellas join me to chat about San Francisco, songwriting, musicianship, and influential indie albums. Don't miss it tomorrow! theredspinksandpurples.bandcamp.com theumbrellasca.bandcamp.com

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The Reds, Pinks & Purples @glenndonaldson.bsky.social · 19/07/2026

Tonight early evening show…

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Surprise Cast @surprisecast.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

IT'S OFFICIAL Surprise Cast #261 Catch the latest episode with #thelizardpoint. Conor and Geoffrey join me to discuss personal journeys, collaboration, and their brand new ambient album, 'In the Red Earth'. Let us know what you think: open.spotify.com/episode/2bcW... #ambient #electronic

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