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Hi, I'm Robbie, and welcome to another episode of Chatting Tracks! Today, we're taking an exciting deep dive into one of the most fascinating albums by The Beatles, Rubber Soul. This album holds a special place in my heart. It was the catalyst that ignited my passion for music and first inspired me to write songs and sing. Back then, Rubber Soul felt revolutionary, and its influence still resonates with me.

Hey there, it's Rob from Chatting Tracks. How's it going? Today, I'm wandering through the leafy streets of South Kensington, about to dive into an exhibition that holds a cherished place in the UK's music and fashion history: the Blitz Club. For those unfamiliar, this wasn't just any nightclub. It was a cultural phenomenon. Although it was only open for a short 18 months from 1979 to 1980, it left an indelible mark. Steve Strange and Rusty Egan created something extraordinar

Hi, I am Robbie, and today I am thrilled to bring you a very special edition of Chatting Tracks, where we step back into the neon glow, cassette clicks, and cultural firestorm that was the 1980s. My guest for this episode is the extraordinary Will, creator of the renowned podcast 1980s Now. Together, we explored what made this decade unlike any other – from politics and music to fashion, technology, and pop culture.

Hey there! Today, we've got something super cool cooked up from the folks over at Chatting Tracks. Robbie's taking us on an extraordinary journey with the Beatles superfan and historian Ian Hooper. What makes this trek extra special? Well, we're diving into some rare Beatles history straight from the stunning Sevenoaks in Knole Park.

The best James Bond songs have a unique quality that makes them instantly recognisable. These iconic musical pieces have fascinated audiences worldwide since 1962's "Dr. No" and have become as legendary as 007.

The 80s created some of the most enduring hits in British chart history. Band Aid's 'Do They Know It's Christmas?' topped the UK charts and became the decade's best-selling single. This masterpiece stands as the second biggest-selling single in UK history with over 3.83 million copies sold. The single achieved an incredible feat by selling over a million copies in its first week.

The top 5 songs included an artist's accidental laugh in the final release.

Is there anything more revealing than the songs musicians write about each other? The Beatles' songs about their former bandmates tell a far more fascinating story than any biography ever could. Think about this — despite being together for just 8 years (1962-1969), their breakup on April 10, 1970, kicked off a musical conversation that would echo through the decades.

Have you ever heard a song played backwards? The Beatles kicked off this whole backmasking craze back in 1966 on "Revolver." They took ordinary music, flipped it in reverse, and started something that would spook, fascinate, and outrage listeners for decades.

The UK's Eurovision journey stands out with five victories and an incredible sixteen second-place finishes. These achievements tell only part of the story, as UK Eurovision winners have left an even bigger mark on the music charts.

Queen's "Greatest Hits" stands as the best-selling album in British history with seven million copies sold and an incredible 1,147 weeks on the UK Albums Chart. The band's dominance on the UK charts is legendary—six Number 1 singles and ten Number 1 albums tell only part of their story. Their music has stayed in the Top 75 for 463 weeks, proving its enduring appeal.

The Beatles broke the mould when other bands reserved their best songs for A-sides.

Many call Buddy Rich the best drummer ever. His raw power and lightning-fast technique set new standards that shaped generations of...

The Lost Media Song That Haunts YouTube

"Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band (1978): The Ill-Fated Musical Odyssey Starring the Bee Gees"

Tim Staffell from Smile talks about writing songs with Brian May

Is this song genius or gibberish?

The Lost Original Demo Tapes of 'Band on the Run

Robbie is taking a look at the upcoming Valley Lights.

Unravelling the Genesis, Purpose, and Impact of a Sonic Masterpiece