Send us a text Jarvis Cocker's record collection and its significance is the focus of this episode of Needlepoint, as hosts Paul Lester and Daryl Easlea delve into the rich tapestry of rock music once again. They explore the evolution of Pulp, the influence of artists like Scott Walker, and the cultural impact of soundtracks. The conversation also touches on the legacy of Todd Rundgren, Terry Reid, and the importance of reader engagement in music journalism. The 1980s, the Beatles' influence ...
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Send us a text Jarvis Cocker's record collection and its significance is the focus of this episode of Needlepoint, as hosts Paul Lester and Daryl Easlea delve into the rich tapestry of rock music once again. They explore the evolution of Pulp, the influence of artists like Scott Walker, and the cultural impact of soundtracks. The conversation also touches on the legacy of Todd Rundgren, Terry Reid, and the importance of reader engagement in music journalism. The 1980s, the Beatles' influence ...
Send us a text Jarvis Cocker's record collection and its significance is the focus of this episode of Needlepoint, as hosts Paul Lester and Daryl Easlea delve into the rich tapestry of rock music once again. They explore the evolution of Pulp, the influence of artists like Scott Walker, and the cultural impact of soundtracks. The conversation also touches on the legacy of Todd Rundgren, Terry Reid, and the importance of reader engagement in music journalism. The 1980s, the Beatles' influence ...
Send us a text Michael Jackson, Nick Drake, The Sex Pistols and Charli XCX all get a mention in this episode of the Needlepoint podcast - along with some lesser known names who've taken the hosts by fancy. Music aficionados Paul Lester and Daryl Easlea delve into the world of collectible records, exploring the nuances of rarity, value, and the music industry. They discuss the importance of diverse voices in the record-collecting community, share insights from interviews with music legen...
Send us a text David Gilmour is the face of this episode of Record Collector Magazine and this episode of Needlepoint - bringing you music analysis across the decades. In their inimitable witty manner, music aficionados Paul Lester and Daryl Easlea delve into the latest issue featuring an exclusive interview with the British guitarist and singer/songwriter. They explore the legacy of Pink Floyd, the musical landscape of 1979, and the rise of synth pop. The conversation also touches on underra...
Send us a text In this episode of the Needlepoint podcast, hosts Paul Lester and Daryl Easlea delve into the rich tapestry of rock music, reflecting on the recent deaths of iconic artists Brian Wilson and Sly Stone. They discuss the impact of these losses on the music community and the significance of their legacies. The conversation shifts to the longevity of musical greatness, exploring which artists have sustained excellence over the years. The hosts also touch on the nature of genius in m...
Send us a text In this episode of Needlepoint, hosts Paul Lester and Daryl Easlea explore the rich tapestry of rock music through the lens of the latest issue of Record Collector. They pay tribute to the recent passing of music legends Sly Stone and Brian Wilson, discussing their profound impact on their respective genres. The conversation delves into the artistic journeys of both musicians, their influence on the music industry, and the evolution of the Beach Boys' sound and thei...
Send us a text Goth refuses to die – and thank goodness for that. In this enlightening episode of Needlepoint, Paul Lester and Daryl Easley explore the enduring appeal of goth music and culture through Record Collector's latest issue featuring Bauhaus frontman Peter Murphy. What makes goth so persistently captivating? We trace its evolution from its post-punk origins through to The Cure's chart-topping 2024 album, examining how it became the genre that simply wouldn't fade away. Peter Murphy...
Send us a text Step into the passionate world of vinyl collectors and music aficionados with Needlepoint, the fresh voice in music podcasting from Record Collector magazine. Magazine editor Paul Lester and Rare Record Price Guide editor Daryl Easlea invite you to experience rock's rich tapestry through their expert lens, offering insights that only decades of immersion in music culture could provide. The debut episode centres on Johnny Rotten's surprising record collection, revealing how the...
Send us a text Step into the fascinating world of musical transformation with Paul Lester and Daryl Easlea as they unpack Bob Dylan's revolutionary year of 1965 – the perfect companion to the recent Hollywood biopic capturing this pivotal moment in music history. This episode of Needlepoint takes you deep into Dylan's seismic shift from folk hero to rock revolutionary, examining not just the explosion of 1965 but the tremors that preceded it. Paul and Daryl offer insights that both casual fa...
Send us a text When was the last time you saw Dr. Feelgood on the cover of a mainstream rock magazine? The answer might be never - until now. In this episode of Needlepoint, Paul Lester and Daryl Easlea unpack Record Collector's groundbreaking cover story on the pub rock movement, exploring why this influential genre has been surprisingly overlooked in rock's documented history. The duo delves deep into what exactly constituted "pub rock" in the early-to-mid 1970s in London's pubs. We ...
Send us a text Jarvis Cocker's record collection and its significance is the focus of this episode of Needlepoint, as hosts Paul Lester and Daryl Easlea delve into the rich tapestry of rock music once again. They explore the evolution of Pulp, the influence of artists like Scott Walker, and the cultural impact of soundtracks. The conversation also touches on the legacy of Todd Rundgren, Terry Reid, and the importance of reader engagement in music journalism. The 1980s, the Beatles' influence ...
