Episode 80 - Mike Badger (The La's, The Onset, Solo)
"Lived Through That” is the companion podcast to my book where I look at influential musicians of the 80s and 90s and where they are today. On this podcast, we’ll delve deeper into a single pivotal moment in
the lives of some of the artists I feature in that book, as well as other
artists I love and admire. The stories they tell are open, honest, and
inspiring.
Today’s guest is Mike Badger. Mike is a key figure in the early days of The La's, the iconic British band known for their timeless sound that blends indie rock, pop, and folk. As one of the founding members, Mike played an essential role in shaping the band's distinctive style, contributing both as a guitarist and vocalist. His influence can be heard in the group’s folk-tinged melodies and jangly guitar work, which helped lay the groundwork for the band's 1990 self-titled album. Mike’s contributions extended beyond just The La's, as he later pursued solo projects and, as he tells us in our episode today, became a well respected visual artist as well – thanks
to a can of baked beans.
Music Credits:
"Lovers Hollow" from Blue Dot Sessions
"Keep 'em Busy (So They Don't Look Up)"
Mike's Website
Be sure to look for my books, "Lived Through That" and "80s Redux" where ever you buy your books. You can find out more about my work at my website here.
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Episode 79 - Jen Trynin
"Lived Through That” is the companion podcast to my book where I look at influential musicians of the 80s and 90s and where they are today. On this podcast, we’ll delve deeper into a single pivotal moment in
the lives of some of the artists I feature in that book, as well as other
artists I love and admire. The stories they tell are open, honest, and
inspiring.
Today’s guest is the phenomenal Jen Trynin. She is an
absolute treasure and why she wasn’t side by side on the charts with Alanis
Morrisette, I’ll never know. It truly is a crime she was not a bigger
star back in the 90s. The record companies thought she would be huge and
fought over who would sign her and release her first record. That record,
Cockamamie, was filled with great songs like “Better Than Nothing” and
“Happier” – these songs are still in regular rotation on my playlists and
should be on yours, too. Sadly, they did not make the impression on the
charts as they should have and her second record, “Gun Shy Trigger Happy,” didn’t do as well on the charts either. Both were big critical favoritesthough and if you’ve heard them you love them, too! Today, she talks about her music career and her current career as an author.
Music Credits:
"Bauxite" from Blue Dot Sessions
"I Don't Even Want You" from The Cujo
Jen's website
Earfull
Be sure to look for my books, "Lived Through That" and "80s Redux" where ever you buy your books. You can find out more about my work at my website here.
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Episode 78 - Richard Barone (The Bongos, Solo)
"Lived Through That” is the companion podcast to my book where I look at influential musicians of the 80s and 90s and where they are today. On this podcast, we’ll delve deeper into a single pivotal moment in the lives of some of the artists I feature in that book, as well as other artists I love and admire. The stories they tell are open, honest, and inspiring.
We have legendary artist Richard Barone on the show this week. He started his music career at age seven – yes, seven! - as a DJ at a local radio station in Florida and went on to form The Bongos in the early 80s in Hoboken, New Jersey. The Bongos were one of the foundational bands
of indie pop and went on to record three well received records. In 1987, he released a solo record called "Cool Blue Halo" that became one of the first chamber pop records out there and went on to influence a generation of artists. He’s also written two books -Frontman and Music + Revolution: Greenwich Village in the 1960s and has just released a live record from 1985 with The Bongos titled The Shroud of Touring: Live in 1985. But today, he tells us a story about of his first mentors – none other than Tiny Tim.
Music credits:
"Flagger" and "Enter the Room" from Blue Dot Sessions.
Buy The Bongos' new live record, "The Shroud of Touring" here.
Richard's web site
Richard's tour dates and link for tickets is here.
Be sure to look out for my books, "Lived Through That" and "80s Redux" where ever you buy your books! You can find out more about my work and the 80s and 90s books at my website here.
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Episode 77 - Iain Baker (Jesus Jones)
“Lived Through That” is the companion podcast to my book where I look at influential musicians of the 80s and 90s and where they are today. On this podcast, we’ll delve deeper into a single pivotal moment in the lives of some of the artists I feature in that book, as well as other artists I love and admire. The stories they tell are open, honest, and inspiring.
Our guest this week is Iain Baker, keyboardist for the band Jesus Jones.
Today, Iain tells us about a school trip when he was just a young boy where he stumbled across a piece of art that continues to influence him to this day.
Music credits:
"Selina Stills" from Blue Dot Sessions.
Jesus Jones' website
If you know the artist that Iain encounters in this episode, let me know here.
Be sure to look out for my books, "Lived Through That" and "80s Redux" where ever you buy your books! You can find out more about my work and the 80s and 90s books at my website here.
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BONUS EPISODE with Andy Prieboy
“Lived Through That” is the companion podcast to my book where I look at influential musicians of the 80s and 90s and where they are today. On this podcast, we’ll delve deeper into a single pivotal moment in the lives of some of the artists I feature in that book, as well as other artists I love and admire. The stories they tell are open, honest, and inspiring.
We've got a bonus episode this week with more stories from Andy Prieboy from Wall of Voodoo and more. We talk about the best bits in songs, his song "Tomorrow wendy" and we find out who Lily from episode 76 is!
Music credits:
"Shina no yoru," Hamako Watanabe
"Ren'ai Crescent" from Blue Dot Sessions
Andy Prieboy's Site
Tracey Thorn article on "the best bits"
Be sure to look out for my books, "Lived Through That" and "80s Redux" where ever you buy your books! You can find out more about my work and the 80s and 90s books at my website here.
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“Lived Through That” is the podcast where influential artists of the 80s and 90s and beyond talk to us about a pivotal moment in their lives. The stories they tell are open, honest, and inspiring. You can follow us on Twitter and Facebook @MikeHipplePhoto and on Instagram @MikeHipple.
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