Chris Duerden looks at Scotland’s indie darlings Belle & Sebastian. There’s selections from throughout their 20-year career, as well as various spin-off projects and talking about how their influence has spread, not least through their involvement in the ATP festivals. … [Read more...]

Chris Duerden looks at Genesis. From the early, critically-acclaimed, Peter Gabriel-era prog-rock, to the 80s/90s pop, and the solo careers of Gabriel, Phil Collins, Mike Rutherford and Steve Hackett, not to mention Gabriel's hugely influential World Music record label Real World. Choice Threads - Genesis by Chris Duerden Radio Shows on … [Read more...]

Chris Duerden traces the musical roots of Galaxie 500. Since they split in 1991, Dean Wareham has released a number of solo records, whilst the other two band members formed Damon & Naomi, who we welcome to the Portland Arms this week ahead of the release of their new album. … [Read more...]

Chris Duerden features the critically lauded Washington Indie-Rock band Sleater-Kinney, as they return to the UK after a 10-year hiatus. We'll play tracks from throughout their 20-year career including brand new album No Cities to Love, but we'll also be veering off in several different directions to follow their other bands, side projects and … [Read more...]

Chris Duerden looks at the stellar career of jazz/blues legend and multiple Grammy winner Dr John, tying in with this week's performance at the Corn Exchange. We'll be playing tracks from throughout his diverse career, plus taking a look at how he is connected to his influences. … [Read more...]

Chris Duerden focuses on legendary Dr Feelgood guitarist Wilko Johnson and trying to do that unique man some kind of justice ahead of his sold-out Cambridge show on March 6. … [Read more...]

Chris Duerden plays songs from the prolific career of alt-country troubadour and Giant Sand frontman Howe Gelb. … [Read more...]