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Sounds,08 May 2025,40 mins,

Sidetracked with Kae Tempest

Sidetracked with Annie and Nick
Contains strong language and adult humour.

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How exactly does a song come to be? Nick and Annie are joined by iconic spoken word artist Kae Tempest to discuss his creative process and the importance of community. Elsewhere, Lady Gaga has set a new world record and André 3000 has moved on from flutes to pianos. Plus, Black Sabbath are feeling the pressure ahead of their final gig, Annie discusses the benefits of listening to music you don't like, and Nick thinks the Met Gala should have a fallow year. Get in touch with Annie and Nick! If you’re over 16, WhatsApp on 079700 82700 or email [email protected] SONGS Kae Tempest - Know yourself The Pointer Sisters - Automatic Teddy Pendergrass - Love T.K.O. Leon Vynehall and Poison Anna – Mirror’s Edge MOGAN - House Rules Marvin Gaye - What’s Going On Jocelyn Brown - Somebody Else’s Guy Maroon Five - Payphone Kae Tempest – Statue in the Square ALBUMS Kae Tempest - Everybody down Kae Tempest - Let them eat chaos Kae Tempest - Self-titled Chilli Gonzales - Solo Piano II Andre 3000 - 7 Piano Sketches Arooj Aftab - Night Reign BOOKS Leslie Feinberg – Stone Butch Blues

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