60 acast.com The Apollo Audio Podcast https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast en Froody Music music podcast,recording studio,record producer,music production,studio recording,independent artists,albums,recommended listening,studio talk,music creators,musicians podcast The Apollo Audio Podcast Talking songs, records, and the music business

Each week on The Apollo Audio Podcast, Martin Lumsden and Billy Hills chat about what’s been catching their attention across the music and entertainment industries from industry news and cultural moments to creativity, production, and the realities of making music as working artists. Each episode we also feature a recommended listening section, where they discuss current releases and classic albums, breaking down what stands out, what resonates, and whether they think it’s worth your time.


The Apollo Audio Podcast offers insight into how Martin and Billy think about songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and as working musicians.


📍 Recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford – www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 Email: apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.


A Froody Music Production with production and editing by Martin Lumsden.


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Each week on The Apollo Audio Podcast, Martin Lumsden and Billy Hills chat about what’s been catching their attention across the music and entertainment industries from industry news and cultural moments to creativity, production, and the realities of making music as working artists. Each episode we also feature a recommended listening section, where they discuss current releases and classic albums, breaking down what stands out, what resonates, and whether they think it’s worth your time.


The Apollo Audio Podcast offers insight into how Martin and Billy think about songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and as working musicians.


📍 Recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford – www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 Email: apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.


A Froody Music Production with production and editing by Martin Lumsden.


Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> true Martin Lumsden info+61af96a88a38950013f73d12@mg-eu.acast.com 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 the-apollo-audio-podcast episodic https://assets.pippa.io/shows/61af96a88a38950013f73d12/1770204936649-8a9891cd-e3f4-4449-be60-ac94c1d47bbd.jpeg https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast The Apollo Audio Podcast <![CDATA[Word of Mouth Still Wins | Live Music, Vinyl & Listening Habits]]> Tue, 31 Mar 2026 01:30:00 GMT 24:57 69c996ebe05c00aacf2c3164 false https://froodymusic.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast-start-here 69c996ebe05c00aacf2c3164 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 word-of-mouth-still-wins-live-music-vinyl-listening-habits full 3 12 This week’s episode is a lighter conversation around music culture, listening habits, and how people discover and connect with artists.


We talk about vinyl, record buying, and how music fits into everyday life, alongside a discussion about why word of mouth still plays a central role in building an audience.

In the second half, we listen to The Downward Spiral by Nine Inch Nails and reflect on its impact, production, and how it contrasts with more commercial records.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> This week’s episode is a lighter conversation around music culture, listening habits, and how people discover and connect with artists.


We talk about vinyl, record buying, and how music fits into everyday life, alongside a discussion about why word of mouth still plays a central role in building an audience.

In the second half, we listen to The Downward Spiral by Nine Inch Nails and reflect on its impact, production, and how it contrasts with more commercial records.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> Why Your Music Isn’t Getting Paid Why Your Music Isn’t Getting Paid Tue, 24 Mar 2026 02:30:00 GMT 26:00 69c17663fce4b829c5299f4b false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/getting-paid-from-music-metadata 69c17663fce4b829c5299f4b 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 getting-paid-from-music-metadata Metadata, streaming income, and what independent artists need to fix full 3 11 Most independent artists are not getting paid properly from their music. Not because streaming does not work, but because the system depends on information being set up correctly.


In this episode, Martin and Billy break down one of the most overlooked parts of releasing music. Metadata, recording codes, and songwriting registration. The unglamorous details that determine whether money reaches you or disappears.


They also talk about the reality of building momentum as an artist now. Why releasing a song is no longer enough, and what it actually takes to stay visible and relevant.


Alongside this, they listen to Paul McCartney’s 1971 album Ram and discuss what still holds up today.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> Most independent artists are not getting paid properly from their music. Not because streaming does not work, but because the system depends on information being set up correctly.


In this episode, Martin and Billy break down one of the most overlooked parts of releasing music. Metadata, recording codes, and songwriting registration. The unglamorous details that determine whether money reaches you or disappears.


They also talk about the reality of building momentum as an artist now. Why releasing a song is no longer enough, and what it actually takes to stay visible and relevant.


Alongside this, they listen to Paul McCartney’s 1971 album Ram and discuss what still holds up today.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> John Mayer’s Continuum – Great Guitar, or Just Too Perfect? John Mayer’s Continuum – Great Guitar, or Just Too Perfect? Tue, 17 Mar 2026 02:30:00 GMT 37:19 69b8824bbfccb3d8b10634f2 false https://froodymusic.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast-start-here 69b8824bbfccb3d8b10634f2 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 john-mayer-continuum-pedals-vs-plugins Pedals vs plugins, finding your own sound, and why Continuum sounds expensive full 3 10 In this week’s episode, Martin and Billy talk pedals, plugins, and the difference between building a sound you can actually own versus pressing a button and borrowing someone else’s. They get into live guitar setups, tracking tones properly, why “inspiration not replication” still matters, and how technology makes it easier than ever to sound like everyone else.


In the recommended listening section, they dive into John Mayer’s Continuum — a beautifully played, brilliantly produced record that raises an interesting question: when does “really good” become almost too polished? They discuss the guitar work, the songs, the production, and whether this is an album they admire more than love.


Recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.


Topics include: John Mayer, Continuum, guitar pedals, plugins, guitar tone, recording guitars, production choices, analog vs digital.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> In this week’s episode, Martin and Billy talk pedals, plugins, and the difference between building a sound you can actually own versus pressing a button and borrowing someone else’s. They get into live guitar setups, tracking tones properly, why “inspiration not replication” still matters, and how technology makes it easier than ever to sound like everyone else.


In the recommended listening section, they dive into John Mayer’s Continuum — a beautifully played, brilliantly produced record that raises an interesting question: when does “really good” become almost too polished? They discuss the guitar work, the songs, the production, and whether this is an album they admire more than love.


Recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.


Topics include: John Mayer, Continuum, guitar pedals, plugins, guitar tone, recording guitars, production choices, analog vs digital.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> Charli XCX ‘Brat’, The Brits, and the Sound-Alike Era Charli XCX ‘Brat’, The Brits, and the Sound-Alike Era Tue, 10 Mar 2026 02:30:00 GMT 36:05 69a8730c345da197e0008656 false https://froodymusic.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast-start-here 69a8730c345da197e0008656 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 inspiration-not-replication-reference-tracks Why Everything Sounds the Same Now full 3 9 This week we talk about why so much modern production feels indistinguishable — and how to use reference tracks without turning your mix into a copy. We also touch on The Brits, live performance vs polish, and why Charli XCX’s Brat connected as a cultural moment as much as a record.


The Brits: commercial success vs critical success

Everything sounds the same because it can and what that means in practice

Reference tracks: use them for direction, then ditch them

Inspiration vs replication in recording and mixing

Charli XCX — Brat: sound, identity, and audience connection



The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> This week we talk about why so much modern production feels indistinguishable — and how to use reference tracks without turning your mix into a copy. We also touch on The Brits, live performance vs polish, and why Charli XCX’s Brat connected as a cultural moment as much as a record.


The Brits: commercial success vs critical success

Everything sounds the same because it can and what that means in practice

Reference tracks: use them for direction, then ditch them

Inspiration vs replication in recording and mixing

Charli XCX — Brat: sound, identity, and audience connection



The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> R.E.M. – Automatic for the People and why small venues still matter R.E.M. – Automatic for the People and why small venues still matter Tue, 03 Mar 2026 02:30:00 GMT 40:18 69a5d6e7e7d88c9e9a433dd1 false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/rem-automatic-for-the-people-and-why-small-venues-matter 69a5d6e7e7d88c9e9a433dd1 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 rem-automatic-for-the-people-and-why-small-venues-matter From last-minute ticket culture to R.E.M.’s most lived-in record. full 3 8 This week we talk about gig culture: last-minute ticket buying, dynamic pricing, bots, and why buying tickets early genuinely helps venues survive. We also reflect on the difference between “event gigs” and being five feet from a band in a proper room and why supporting grassroots venues is how future headline acts get made.


Album-wise, we dive into R.E.M.’s Automatic for the People - a downbeat, confident record packed with slow-burn hooks, careful arrangements, and emotional weight. We compare it to Out of Time, and ask a bigger question: what actually makes a “great album” — commercial hits, sequencing, or the whole journey?


If you’re making music, playing shows, or building an audience: support your local rooms, buy tickets early when you can, and keep the ecosystem alive.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> This week we talk about gig culture: last-minute ticket buying, dynamic pricing, bots, and why buying tickets early genuinely helps venues survive. We also reflect on the difference between “event gigs” and being five feet from a band in a proper room and why supporting grassroots venues is how future headline acts get made.


Album-wise, we dive into R.E.M.’s Automatic for the People - a downbeat, confident record packed with slow-burn hooks, careful arrangements, and emotional weight. We compare it to Out of Time, and ask a bigger question: what actually makes a “great album” — commercial hits, sequencing, or the whole journey?


If you’re making music, playing shows, or building an audience: support your local rooms, buy tickets early when you can, and keep the ecosystem alive.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> Sun Kil Moon – Tiny Cities and why album sequencing matters Sun Kil Moon – Tiny Cities and why album sequencing matters Tue, 24 Feb 2026 02:30:00 GMT 38:18 699cbedcdc0d51c3f13a2811 false https://froodymusic.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast-start-here 699cbedcdc0d51c3f13a2811 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 sun-kill-moon-tiny-cities-album-sequencing A Modest Mouse covers album and legacy-tarnishing records full 3 7 In this week’s episode, Martin and Billy talk about music tech and internet culture — from K-pop production as a “craft flex”, to the current state of AI video and why it still gets the basics wrong. They also dig into a list of “albums that tarnished an artist’s legacy”, and end up on a bigger question: why album sequencing matters, why shuffle shouldn’t be the default, and what it says when tech platforms treat records like randomised content.


In recommended listening, they cover Sun Kil Moon’s Tiny Cities - an unexpectedly divisive pick that turns out to be a Modest Mouse covers album. They discuss why a few tracks land, why the album as a whole feels flat for them. Recommended listening for you or just worth cherry-picking?


Recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> In this week’s episode, Martin and Billy talk about music tech and internet culture — from K-pop production as a “craft flex”, to the current state of AI video and why it still gets the basics wrong. They also dig into a list of “albums that tarnished an artist’s legacy”, and end up on a bigger question: why album sequencing matters, why shuffle shouldn’t be the default, and what it says when tech platforms treat records like randomised content.


In recommended listening, they cover Sun Kil Moon’s Tiny Cities - an unexpectedly divisive pick that turns out to be a Modest Mouse covers album. They discuss why a few tracks land, why the album as a whole feels flat for them. Recommended listening for you or just worth cherry-picking?


Recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> Refused – The Shape of Punk to Come: What a Record Sounds Like Refused – The Shape of Punk to Come: What a Record Sounds Like Tue, 17 Feb 2026 02:30:00 GMT 32:49 698e0bf24d911476d8cc212f false https://froodymusic.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast-start-here 698e0bf24d911476d8cc212f 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 refused-shape-of-punk-to-come Studio vibe, pre-production, AI shortcuts, and why this album still feels years ahead full 3 6 In this week’s episode of The Apollo Audio Podcast, Martin and Billy talk about studio life at Apollo Audio - why the vibe and community matter, what bands can do to get the most out of studio time, and why being prepared (tight rehearsals, demos, and pre-production) makes everything easier once the clock starts.


They also pick up the ongoing conversation about AI in music, shortcuts, and why the process of making art is the point not just the outcome.


In the recommended listening section, Martin and Billy dive into Refused’s The Shape of Punk to Come. a cult, forward-thinking album that uses transitions, samples, and unexpected turns to feel like a complete record, not just a collection of songs. They talk production choices, sequencing, and whether it’s recommended listening for you.


Recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.


Topics include: Refused, The Shape of Punk to Come, punk album production, pre-production, demos, recording studio workflow, AI music, music community.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> In this week’s episode of The Apollo Audio Podcast, Martin and Billy talk about studio life at Apollo Audio - why the vibe and community matter, what bands can do to get the most out of studio time, and why being prepared (tight rehearsals, demos, and pre-production) makes everything easier once the clock starts.


They also pick up the ongoing conversation about AI in music, shortcuts, and why the process of making art is the point not just the outcome.


In the recommended listening section, Martin and Billy dive into Refused’s The Shape of Punk to Come. a cult, forward-thinking album that uses transitions, samples, and unexpected turns to feel like a complete record, not just a collection of songs. They talk production choices, sequencing, and whether it’s recommended listening for you.


Recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.


Topics include: Refused, The Shape of Punk to Come, punk album production, pre-production, demos, recording studio workflow, AI music, music community.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> Audioslave – Big Riffs, Big Songs, No Shouting on Vinyl Audioslave – Big Riffs, Big Songs, No Shouting on Vinyl Tue, 10 Feb 2026 02:30:00 GMT 28:21 69860b61ba7d04f1d41bd01b false https://froodymusic.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast-start-here 69860b61ba7d04f1d41bd01b 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 audioslave-debut-album Studio realities, music industry pressure, the Grammys and Brit Awards, and why Audioslave still hits full 3 5 In this week’s episode of The Apollo Audio Podcast, Martin and Billy talk about the realities of running and sustaining creative spaces, why recording studios matter to local music communities, and how pressures like rising costs and business rates affect the wider music ecosystem.


They also chat through recent industry news, including the Grammys and the Brit Awards, what gets recognised on big stages, and why some genres and artists still struggle for meaningful representation.


In the recommended listening section, Martin and Billy dive into Audioslave’s self-titled debut album, unpacking the riffs, performances, production, and dynamics that make it hold up more than 20 years on — and asking the important question: does it vinyl, or is this a CD-era classic?


Recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.


Topics include: Audioslave debut album, Chris Cornell, Tom Morello, studio economics, music industry pressure, Grammys, Brit Awards, album discussion.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> In this week’s episode of The Apollo Audio Podcast, Martin and Billy talk about the realities of running and sustaining creative spaces, why recording studios matter to local music communities, and how pressures like rising costs and business rates affect the wider music ecosystem.


They also chat through recent industry news, including the Grammys and the Brit Awards, what gets recognised on big stages, and why some genres and artists still struggle for meaningful representation.


In the recommended listening section, Martin and Billy dive into Audioslave’s self-titled debut album, unpacking the riffs, performances, production, and dynamics that make it hold up more than 20 years on — and asking the important question: does it vinyl, or is this a CD-era classic?


Recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.


Topics include: Audioslave debut album, Chris Cornell, Tom Morello, studio economics, music industry pressure, Grammys, Brit Awards, album discussion.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> David Bowie’s Blackstar – A Haunting Final Statement David Bowie’s Blackstar – A Haunting Final Statement Thu, 05 Feb 2026 12:01:34 GMT 42:12 6983b80137d752e9a361a7c1 false https://froodymusic.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast-start-here 6983b80137d752e9a361a7c1 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 david-bowies-blackstar-a-haunting-final-statement AI music (Suno), the Brit Awards, headphones and modern listening, and why Blackstar still hits hard full 3 4 In this week’s episode of The Apollo Audio Podcast, Martin and Billy talk about why people still bother making records (and why that matters), plus a few things currently doing the rounds in the music world.

They discuss generative AI music and Suno (including a CEO comment that sparked a bigger conversation about creativity), the Brit Awards and who actually gets platformed on big TV performances, and a provocative idea that “the invention of headphones” changed modern music by turning listening into a more private experience.


In the recommended listening section, Martin and Billy dive into David Bowie’s Blackstar, the haunting, jazz-leaning final album — what it made them feel, what they respected about it, and whether they’d reach for it again.


Recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.


David Bowie Blackstar, AI music, Suno, Brit Awards 2026, music listening culture, headphones, album discussion.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> In this week’s episode of The Apollo Audio Podcast, Martin and Billy talk about why people still bother making records (and why that matters), plus a few things currently doing the rounds in the music world.

They discuss generative AI music and Suno (including a CEO comment that sparked a bigger conversation about creativity), the Brit Awards and who actually gets platformed on big TV performances, and a provocative idea that “the invention of headphones” changed modern music by turning listening into a more private experience.


In the recommended listening section, Martin and Billy dive into David Bowie’s Blackstar, the haunting, jazz-leaning final album — what it made them feel, what they respected about it, and whether they’d reach for it again.


Recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.


David Bowie Blackstar, AI music, Suno, Brit Awards 2026, music listening culture, headphones, album discussion.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> Bandcamp Rejects AI Music – What It Means for Artists Bandcamp Rejects AI Music – What It Means for Artists Wed, 28 Jan 2026 04:30:00 GMT 42:18 6977f97ef159e0c13773ebff false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/bandcamp-rejects-ai-music 6977f97ef159e0c13773ebff 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 bandcamp-rejects-ai-music AI in music, the Brit Awards, and Hayley Williams’ Ego Death at a Bachelorette Party full 3 3 In this week’s episode of The Apollo Audio Podcast, Martin and Billy discuss Bandcamp’s decision to reject AI-generated music from the platform and what that could mean for artists, platforms, and the wider role of AI in music. They also share their thoughts on the Brit Awards and how relevant they feel they are within today’s music landscape.


In the recommended listening section, Martin and Billy discuss Hayley Williams’ latest album Ego Death at a Bachelorette Party, breaking down what stands out, what resonates, and whether they think it’s recommended listening for you.


Recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> In this week’s episode of The Apollo Audio Podcast, Martin and Billy discuss Bandcamp’s decision to reject AI-generated music from the platform and what that could mean for artists, platforms, and the wider role of AI in music. They also share their thoughts on the Brit Awards and how relevant they feel they are within today’s music landscape.


In the recommended listening section, Martin and Billy discuss Hayley Williams’ latest album Ego Death at a Bachelorette Party, breaking down what stands out, what resonates, and whether they think it’s recommended listening for you.


Recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> Recommended Listening: West End Girl by Lily Allen Recommended Listening: West End Girl by Lily Allen Wed, 21 Jan 2026 18:00:00 GMT 37:35 69710f555393caa8480defac false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/recommended-listening-west-end-girl-by-lily-allen 69710f555393caa8480defac 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 recommended-listening-west-end-girl-by-lily-allen full 3 2 In this episode, Martin and Billy kick things off chatting about the evolution of movie soundtracks, the art of networking in the industry, and the ever-shifting landscape of music streaming. Then, they switch to discussing Lily Allen's controversial but highly rated new album West End Girl, it's very personal lyrical depth, and how it measures up to her previous work. Along the way, they sprinkle in some insights about music discovery and the challenges artists face today.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> In this episode, Martin and Billy kick things off chatting about the evolution of movie soundtracks, the art of networking in the industry, and the ever-shifting landscape of music streaming. Then, they switch to discussing Lily Allen's controversial but highly rated new album West End Girl, it's very personal lyrical depth, and how it measures up to her previous work. Along the way, they sprinkle in some insights about music discovery and the challenges artists face today.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> <![CDATA[Welcome to Season 3 - We're Getting Killed with breakout artist Geese]]> Thu, 15 Jan 2026 02:30:00 GMT 46:30 6967fc41a3b74ba76bd0338a false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/welcome-to-season-3-were-getting-killed-with-breakout-artist 6967fc41a3b74ba76bd0338a 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 welcome-to-season-3-were-getting-killed-with-breakout-artist New Year, New Albums full 3 1 Happy New Year!


In this episode of the Apollo Audio Podcast, Billy and Martin chat about our New Year reflections, the studio makeover, and what's happening in music, We dive into the rise of the band Geese, and their 3rd Album Getting Killed. We also talk about the Grammy nominations, how we listen to music now, and why being real in your art matters.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

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]]> Happy New Year!


In this episode of the Apollo Audio Podcast, Billy and Martin chat about our New Year reflections, the studio makeover, and what's happening in music, We dive into the rise of the band Geese, and their 3rd Album Getting Killed. We also talk about the Grammy nominations, how we listen to music now, and why being real in your art matters.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> Goodbye 2025 Goodbye 2025 Wed, 17 Dec 2025 12:43:47 GMT 38:08 6942a5832cc7e543d3b05d87 false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/goodbye-2025 6942a5832cc7e543d3b05d87 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 goodbye-2025 A look back over our year of podcasts. full 2 41 It’s the last episode of the year so time to have a look back and find out what stood out and proved to be memorable. Thanks for listening, we'll be back in the New Year



The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> It’s the last episode of the year so time to have a look back and find out what stood out and proved to be memorable. Thanks for listening, we'll be back in the New Year



The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> With Special Guest Alex LoSardo from Love Music Hate Racism With Special Guest Alex LoSardo from Love Music Hate Racism Tue, 09 Dec 2025 01:30:00 GMT 39:55 6936f2b4b07bd5eaa35ec475 false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/with-special-guest-alex-lestrado-from-love-music-hate-racism 6936f2b4b07bd5eaa35ec475 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 with-special-guest-alex-lestrado-from-love-music-hate-racism plus Evil Empire by Rage Against The Machine full 2 40 This Martin and Billy are joined by Alex LoSardo from Love Music Hate Racism for a lively chat about how Love Musis Hate Racism uses live music events to help unite us in the fight against racism. Alex shares stories from the campaign and explores the impact that bands like Rage Against the Machine inspired both his music and activism. It's an engaging conversation filled with plenty of good vibes. Tune in for some inspiration!


White Riot Documentary

https://www.modernfilms.com/whiteriot


Rage Against The Machine on SNL (1996)

https://www.reddit.com/r/RATM/comments/hhm0z6/full_video_of_rage_performing_on_snl_they_got/


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> This Martin and Billy are joined by Alex LoSardo from Love Music Hate Racism for a lively chat about how Love Musis Hate Racism uses live music events to help unite us in the fight against racism. Alex shares stories from the campaign and explores the impact that bands like Rage Against the Machine inspired both his music and activism. It's an engaging conversation filled with plenty of good vibes. Tune in for some inspiration!


White Riot Documentary

https://www.modernfilms.com/whiteriot


Rage Against The Machine on SNL (1996)

https://www.reddit.com/r/RATM/comments/hhm0z6/full_video_of_rage_performing_on_snl_they_got/


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> Recommended Listening: Songs from the Big Chair by Tears for Fears Recommended Listening: Songs from the Big Chair by Tears for Fears Tue, 02 Dec 2025 03:30:00 GMT 36:54 692dd1cffcd33ebbab66dff1 false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/recommended-listening-songs-from-the-big-chair-by-tears-for 692dd1cffcd33ebbab66dff1 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 recommended-listening-songs-from-the-big-chair-by-tears-for with special guest Paul Hills full 2 39 In this episode of the Apollo Audio Podcast, Martin Lumsden and Billy are joined by special guest Paul Hills (yes Billy's dad) to discuss one of his all time favourites - the iconic album "Songs from the Big Chair" by Tears for Fears. We discuss timeless tracks like "Everybody Wants to Rule the World" and "Shout," and the band's unique sound and influence. Paul shares his personal stories about early shows from the band and a recent trip to see the band play a residency in Vegas.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> In this episode of the Apollo Audio Podcast, Martin Lumsden and Billy are joined by special guest Paul Hills (yes Billy's dad) to discuss one of his all time favourites - the iconic album "Songs from the Big Chair" by Tears for Fears. We discuss timeless tracks like "Everybody Wants to Rule the World" and "Shout," and the band's unique sound and influence. Paul shares his personal stories about early shows from the band and a recent trip to see the band play a residency in Vegas.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> Recommended Listening: A Little Man and a House...by Cardiacs Recommended Listening: A Little Man and a House...by Cardiacs Tue, 25 Nov 2025 12:30:36 GMT 34:24 6925927230ebd38648f14c33 false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/recommended-listening-a-little-man-and-a-houseby-cardiacs 6925927230ebd38648f14c33 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 recommended-listening-a-little-man-and-a-houseby-cardiacs Chaotic Drunken Clown Music full 2 38 An offensive use of rhythm and tempo!


This week, Martin and Billy celebrate Scotland's epic World Cup qualification! 🎉 and their latest gig adventures, including a night at the London Palladium with Howard Jones. Our selected album this week is the somewhat quirky and often detested first major label album from Cardiacs. From wild time signatures to theatrical vibes, we chat about what makes music exciting and unpredictable. Music insights and banter with your favourite hosts on The Apollo Audio Podcast.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> An offensive use of rhythm and tempo!


This week, Martin and Billy celebrate Scotland's epic World Cup qualification! 🎉 and their latest gig adventures, including a night at the London Palladium with Howard Jones. Our selected album this week is the somewhat quirky and often detested first major label album from Cardiacs. From wild time signatures to theatrical vibes, we chat about what makes music exciting and unpredictable. Music insights and banter with your favourite hosts on The Apollo Audio Podcast.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> <![CDATA[Primus Fans - This One's For You! Sailing the Seas of Cheese]]> Sat, 15 Nov 2025 07:30:00 GMT 32:17 69175cbf1029ec1fedf71727 false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/primus-fans-this-ones-for-you-sailing-the-seas-of-cheese 69175cbf1029ec1fedf71727 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 primus-fans-this-ones-for-you-sailing-the-seas-of-cheese full 2 37 This week digital distributor reported that roughly 50,000 fully AI-generated tracks are now uploaded every day, accounting for more than a third of all music delivered to the service. Good lord!

Thank the same lad then for the continuing existence of bands like Primus that seem to come out of nowhere and do things that are just not something you could ever be produced by AI mush. Our advice - love it or hate it, we should all try and be a bit more Primus.


The Apollo Podcast - the gateway drug to a world of music experiences you never knew you needed. You're welcome.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> This week digital distributor reported that roughly 50,000 fully AI-generated tracks are now uploaded every day, accounting for more than a third of all music delivered to the service. Good lord!

Thank the same lad then for the continuing existence of bands like Primus that seem to come out of nowhere and do things that are just not something you could ever be produced by AI mush. Our advice - love it or hate it, we should all try and be a bit more Primus.


The Apollo Podcast - the gateway drug to a world of music experiences you never knew you needed. You're welcome.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> Recommended Listening: Angel Dust by Faith No More Recommended Listening: Angel Dust by Faith No More Sat, 08 Nov 2025 07:30:00 GMT 31:32 690de7c2c72b7869e283b5e3 false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/recommended-listening-angel-dust-by-faith-no-more 690de7c2c72b7869e283b5e3 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 recommended-listening-angel-dust-by-faith-no-more full 2 36 This week we listen to Angel Dust by Faith No More and discover that while initially wrong-footed by the range of styles and theatricality it's an album that improves immediately on a second listen. Is it bold or ridiculous? You might just have to decide for yourself.

Plus, we discuss Spotify's recent deal with the big three labels on AI licensing and share our thoughts on how AI could shape the future of music creativity and performance.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> This week we listen to Angel Dust by Faith No More and discover that while initially wrong-footed by the range of styles and theatricality it's an album that improves immediately on a second listen. Is it bold or ridiculous? You might just have to decide for yourself.

Plus, we discuss Spotify's recent deal with the big three labels on AI licensing and share our thoughts on how AI could shape the future of music creativity and performance.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> Recommended Listening: Chocolate Starfish... by Limp Bizkit Recommended Listening: Chocolate Starfish... by Limp Bizkit Sat, 01 Nov 2025 13:33:56 GMT 36:17 69060c44e3d5a231c17e3689 false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/recommended-listening-chocolate-starfish-by-limp-bizkit 69060c44e3d5a231c17e3689 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 recommended-listening-chocolate-starfish-by-limp-bizkit full 2 35 Another of Billy's all time favourite albums, from an artist the Martin readily acknowledges to have prior prejudice against. Can opinions be swayed?


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

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]]> Another of Billy's all time favourite albums, from an artist the Martin readily acknowledges to have prior prejudice against. Can opinions be swayed?


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> Recommended Listening: The Fat of the Land by The Prodigy Recommended Listening: The Fat of the Land by The Prodigy Sat, 25 Oct 2025 19:29:54 GMT 34:15 68fd2532deee754a72470148 false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/recommended-listening-the-fat-of-the-land-by-the-prodigy 68fd2532deee754a72470148 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 recommended-listening-the-fat-of-the-land-by-the-prodigy full 2 34 It's been a sad week as we lost several very influential musicians from various eras and genres, so we pay our respects before digging in to the third album from UK crossover dance act The Prodigy. Keith Flint is another artist who left us too soon but he was at the forefront of the biggest commercial and critical hit from a band that have had a hugely successful career and are still being covered today - including by Billy's own band Body who have a surprising connection. If you want to know more, you'll have to listen :)


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

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]]> It's been a sad week as we lost several very influential musicians from various eras and genres, so we pay our respects before digging in to the third album from UK crossover dance act The Prodigy. Keith Flint is another artist who left us too soon but he was at the forefront of the biggest commercial and critical hit from a band that have had a hugely successful career and are still being covered today - including by Billy's own band Body who have a surprising connection. If you want to know more, you'll have to listen :)


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

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The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> Recommended Listening: The Art of Loving by Olivia Dean Recommended Listening: The Art of Loving by Olivia Dean Thu, 16 Oct 2025 10:19:15 GMT 35:36 68f0c5d5c9c308b50e8c3315 false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/recommended-listening-the-art-of-loving-by-olivia-dean 68f0c5d5c9c308b50e8c3315 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 recommended-listening-the-art-of-loving-by-olivia-dean full 2 33 A number one hit album released just a couple of weeks ago is on the listening pile this week. What do we make of the huge success of Olivia Dean? Plus the usual ramble about other stuff that's been going on.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> A number one hit album released just a couple of weeks ago is on the listening pile this week. What do we make of the huge success of Olivia Dean? Plus the usual ramble about other stuff that's been going on.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> Recommended (ish) Listening: Lateralus by Tool Recommended (ish) Listening: Lateralus by Tool Fri, 10 Oct 2025 16:30:00 GMT 47:03 68e91224d14438356b9c157a false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/recommended-ish-listening-lateralus-by-tool 68e91224d14438356b9c157a 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 recommended-ish-listening-lateralus-by-tool full 2 32 After two weeks of feeling subjected to dire depressing tunes Billy enacts revenge by insisting on reviewing the lengthy and musically complex third album from Tool "Lateralus". Science, mathematics - should they be more important than actual tunes?


Also a lengthy ramble about grassroots music and the lack of venues for artists still establishing their fanbase.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> After two weeks of feeling subjected to dire depressing tunes Billy enacts revenge by insisting on reviewing the lengthy and musically complex third album from Tool "Lateralus". Science, mathematics - should they be more important than actual tunes?


Also a lengthy ramble about grassroots music and the lack of venues for artists still establishing their fanbase.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> Recommended Listening: Bleed American by Jimmy Eat World Recommended Listening: Bleed American by Jimmy Eat World Thu, 25 Sep 2025 07:30:00 GMT 36:36 68c1f9080fa00b581726fcd1 false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/recommended-listening-bleed-american-by-jimmy-eat-world 68c1f9080fa00b581726fcd1 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 recommended-listening-bleed-american-by-jimmy-eat-world with Lemmi Eaton full 2 31 This week Martin is joined by Lemmi Eaton who regularly performs and releases solo work as Garage Canvas and as a member of the band High Dives. We had a lovely long rambly conversation that I've managed to knock in to some sensible shape - perhaps the out-takes will make it to a bonus episode someday. Why not write in and offer bribes to have the extra content released.


Jimmy Eats World's third album Bleed American was released in 2001 and changed the world. At least for 16 year old Lemmi. What does emo mean and do we all secretly love twin guitars.



The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> This week Martin is joined by Lemmi Eaton who regularly performs and releases solo work as Garage Canvas and as a member of the band High Dives. We had a lovely long rambly conversation that I've managed to knock in to some sensible shape - perhaps the out-takes will make it to a bonus episode someday. Why not write in and offer bribes to have the extra content released.


Jimmy Eats World's third album Bleed American was released in 2001 and changed the world. At least for 16 year old Lemmi. What does emo mean and do we all secretly love twin guitars.



The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> Recommended Listening: The Queen is Dead by The Smiths Recommended Listening: The Queen is Dead by The Smiths Thu, 18 Sep 2025 07:30:00 GMT 42:57 68c9e9df2c8045b9a29464c5 false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/recommended-listening-the-queen-is-dead-by-the-smiths 68c9e9df2c8045b9a29464c5 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 recommended-listening-the-queen-is-dead-by-the-smiths full 2 30 Well, Billy wasn't 100% convinced but fairly sure if it was a straight fight between this and The Boatman's Call this would win on points. Morrissey and Marr were the Lennon and McCartney of the 80's but their long term legacy doesn't quite have the deep cultural relevance of The Beatles, however the UK Indie scene was based on the foundations built on the back of this band's short time in the limelight.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

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]]> Well, Billy wasn't 100% convinced but fairly sure if it was a straight fight between this and The Boatman's Call this would win on points. Morrissey and Marr were the Lennon and McCartney of the 80's but their long term legacy doesn't quite have the deep cultural relevance of The Beatles, however the UK Indie scene was based on the foundations built on the back of this band's short time in the limelight.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> <![CDATA[Divided Opinion! The Boatman's Call by Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds]]> Thu, 11 Sep 2025 07:30:00 GMT 34:11 68c1950c1f1b04aa32e14c57 false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/divided-opinion-the-boatmans-call-by-nick-cave-and-the-bad-s 68c1950c1f1b04aa32e14c57 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 divided-opinion-the-boatmans-call-by-nick-cave-and-the-bad-s full 2 29 This week we had a very differing experiences listening to the 10th studio album from Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds. Not to Billy's taste, but it went straight in to Martin's vinyl library, alongside former podcast find Grace by Jeff Buckley.


Also discussed this week...

The benefits of Boxercise

Making an impression when you're ready to go on stage

Radiohead on tour 2025


PJ and Duncan tribute album by Nick Seeds and the Bad Caves © Apollo Audio Podcast 2025


You can find The Birthday Party - Mutiny in Heaven (Documentary) on Prime Video in the UK. Watch the trailer here

https://youtu.be/MhmSg9zUgFo?si=FitMWm6_weuPLKVU


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> This week we had a very differing experiences listening to the 10th studio album from Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds. Not to Billy's taste, but it went straight in to Martin's vinyl library, alongside former podcast find Grace by Jeff Buckley.


Also discussed this week...

The benefits of Boxercise

Making an impression when you're ready to go on stage

Radiohead on tour 2025


PJ and Duncan tribute album by Nick Seeds and the Bad Caves © Apollo Audio Podcast 2025


You can find The Birthday Party - Mutiny in Heaven (Documentary) on Prime Video in the UK. Watch the trailer here

https://youtu.be/MhmSg9zUgFo?si=FitMWm6_weuPLKVU


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> Recommended Listening: Midas by Wunderhorse Recommended Listening: Midas by Wunderhorse Thu, 04 Sep 2025 07:30:00 GMT 35:12 68b8b4e7b4b4b9b3d202e969 false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/recommended-listening-midas-by-wunderhorse 68b8b4e7b4b4b9b3d202e969 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 recommended-listening-midas-by-wunderhorse full 2 28 Fresh from adventures at the Reading Festival, Billy recommends local (ish) band Wunderhorse and their 2024 second album Midas for your listening pleasure. Indie Rock with a 90's vibe and 21st century style. Much like Martin and Billy!


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> Fresh from adventures at the Reading Festival, Billy recommends local (ish) band Wunderhorse and their 2024 second album Midas for your listening pleasure. Indie Rock with a 90's vibe and 21st century style. Much like Martin and Billy!


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> Recommended Listening: Mezzanine by Massive Attack Recommended Listening: Mezzanine by Massive Attack Thu, 28 Aug 2025 07:30:00 GMT 37:24 68aeda0573bf5b6298aadac8 false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/recommended-listening-mezzanine-by-massive-attack 68aeda0573bf5b6298aadac8 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 recommended-listening-mezzanine-by-massive-attack full 2 27

The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]>

The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> Recommended Listening: Paranoid by Black Sabbath Recommended Listening: Paranoid by Black Sabbath Thu, 21 Aug 2025 07:30:00 GMT 41:46 68a63280e2f63983a7d3a2a8 false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/recommended-listening-paranoid-by-black-sabbath 68a63280e2f63983a7d3a2a8 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 recommended-listening-paranoid-by-black-sabbath Cool as Hell full 2 26 We've reconvened after a short break to let Billy climb an actual (not metaphorical) mountain and a lot happened while we had a little rest - not least of which was the sad passing of Ozzie Osbourne, just a matter of days after the celebratory final Black Sabbath gig. We'd already decided it was time we investigated the fathers of Heavy Rock and fair to sat neither of us really knew what we were getting in to.


Thankfully and fortuitously our rambling was interrupted by an actual lifelong Sabbath fan (and actual Brummie) in the form of our resident expert singing teacher Loz.


And Martin forgot how microphones work, but I think we got away with it.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> We've reconvened after a short break to let Billy climb an actual (not metaphorical) mountain and a lot happened while we had a little rest - not least of which was the sad passing of Ozzie Osbourne, just a matter of days after the celebratory final Black Sabbath gig. We'd already decided it was time we investigated the fathers of Heavy Rock and fair to sat neither of us really knew what we were getting in to.


Thankfully and fortuitously our rambling was interrupted by an actual lifelong Sabbath fan (and actual Brummie) in the form of our resident expert singing teacher Loz.


And Martin forgot how microphones work, but I think we got away with it.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> Recommended Listening: Live Through This - with Vûlva Recommended Listening: Live Through This - with Vûlva Thu, 31 Jul 2025 07:30:00 GMT 33:18 688a9acabe8bca0ca2bf9ffd false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/recommended-listening-live-through-this-with-vulva 688a9acabe8bca0ca2bf9ffd 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 recommended-listening-live-through-this-with-vulva full 2 25 On the show this week Martin is joined by Kiera and Lilly from Hertfordshire based band Vülva, who made a huge impact with our punters and the performers when they opened our Apollo Presents show in June.

We discuss the second album from Hole - the influence of Courtney Love and other female role models, plus why we think bands will be around for a long time into the future.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> On the show this week Martin is joined by Kiera and Lilly from Hertfordshire based band Vülva, who made a huge impact with our punters and the performers when they opened our Apollo Presents show in June.

We discuss the second album from Hole - the influence of Courtney Love and other female role models, plus why we think bands will be around for a long time into the future.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> Recommended Listening: The Hounds of Love - with Why Not Recommended Listening: The Hounds of Love - with Why Not Thu, 24 Jul 2025 07:30:00 GMT 31:39 688168b7e0a86cc3ab7c15d1 false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/recommended-listening-the-hounds-of-love-with-why-not 688168b7e0a86cc3ab7c15d1 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 recommended-listening-the-hounds-of-love-with-why-not full 2 24 We welcome awesome local duo Why Not to the podcast this week, to discuss their recommended listening album - the 1985 commercial smash The Hounds of Love by Kate Bush, an album that has recently had a second wind thanks to exposure on the Netflix series Stranger Things.


Find Why Not online by searching whynotacoustic and check their own amazing album The Project, that celebrates the work of local artists and songwriters. Wherever you stream music or you can by a copy to own from https://acousticwhynot.bandcamp.com/album/the-project


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> We welcome awesome local duo Why Not to the podcast this week, to discuss their recommended listening album - the 1985 commercial smash The Hounds of Love by Kate Bush, an album that has recently had a second wind thanks to exposure on the Netflix series Stranger Things.


Find Why Not online by searching whynotacoustic and check their own amazing album The Project, that celebrates the work of local artists and songwriters. Wherever you stream music or you can by a copy to own from https://acousticwhynot.bandcamp.com/album/the-project


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> Recommended Listening: Hopefully ! by Loyle Carner Recommended Listening: Hopefully ! by Loyle Carner Thu, 17 Jul 2025 07:30:00 GMT 20:30 6877892e12713a20e1403ed5 false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/recommended-listening-hopefully-by-loyle-carner 6877892e12713a20e1403ed5 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 recommended-listening-hopefully-by-loyle-carner full 2 23 In possibly the shortest period from release to review that we've attempted on the podcast, this week we discuss the fourth studio album by English hip-hop artist Loyle Carner - released on 20 June 2025.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> In possibly the shortest period from release to review that we've attempted on the podcast, this week we discuss the fourth studio album by English hip-hop artist Loyle Carner - released on 20 June 2025.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> <![CDATA[Deftones, Glasto, Sabbath and Oasis - What's the Story!]]> Thu, 10 Jul 2025 07:30:00 GMT 32:00 686eeb5efe0897380e4b825e false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/deftones-glasto-sabbath-and-oasis-whats-the-story 686eeb5efe0897380e4b825e 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 deftones-glasto-sabbath-and-oasis-whats-the-story Catching up on all the latest music events full 2 22 It's been a while since Billy and Martin caught up for a chat. Turns out there was so much we needed to defer album chat for another day. Billy's been travelling to real life gigs, Marin has been watching the telly and reading the reviews. What did you think of the first big music weekend of the summer? We didn't even mention Iron Maiden!


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

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]]> It's been a while since Billy and Martin caught up for a chat. Turns out there was so much we needed to defer album chat for another day. Billy's been travelling to real life gigs, Marin has been watching the telly and reading the reviews. What did you think of the first big music weekend of the summer? We didn't even mention Iron Maiden!


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> <![CDATA[Recommended Listening: Voodoo by D'Angelo - with Eponine]]> Thu, 03 Jul 2025 07:30:00 GMT 32:51 6865b4a7659c28f4ba5dcc87 false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/recommended-listening-voodoo-by-dangelo-with-eponine 6865b4a7659c28f4ba5dcc87 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 recommended-listening-voodoo-by-dangelo-with-eponine full 2 21 This week Martin is joined in Room 1 at a busy and a little noisy Apollo Audio by local R&B artist Eponine.


Voodoo is the second studio album by the American singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist D'Angelo, released on January 25, 2000. Voodoo (2000), debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200 and continued to receive critical acclaim. The album's lead single "Untitled (How Does It Feel)", earned him the Grammy Award for Best Male R&B Vocal Performance; likewise, Voodoo won Best R&B Album. Rolling Stone ranked the album number 28 on its list of The 500 Greatest Albums of All Time (remember that?) calling it "an album heavy on bass and drenched in a post-coital haze".


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

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]]> This week Martin is joined in Room 1 at a busy and a little noisy Apollo Audio by local R&B artist Eponine.


Voodoo is the second studio album by the American singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist D'Angelo, released on January 25, 2000. Voodoo (2000), debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200 and continued to receive critical acclaim. The album's lead single "Untitled (How Does It Feel)", earned him the Grammy Award for Best Male R&B Vocal Performance; likewise, Voodoo won Best R&B Album. Rolling Stone ranked the album number 28 on its list of The 500 Greatest Albums of All Time (remember that?) calling it "an album heavy on bass and drenched in a post-coital haze".


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> Recommended Listening: Appetite for Destruction - with Chris Sims Recommended Listening: Appetite for Destruction - with Chris Sims Thu, 26 Jun 2025 07:30:00 GMT 39:13 685c826c4a2d8b8b51334be4 false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/recommended-listening-appetite-for-destruction-chris-sims 685c826c4a2d8b8b51334be4 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 recommended-listening-appetite-for-destruction-chris-sims G n R Truths full 2 20 It's time to bring on one of Hertford's most recognised music names, a man who's reputation now reaches as far a Germany! And he's got a passion for band featuring a man from Stoke on Trent that he wants to share with you.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> It's time to bring on one of Hertford's most recognised music names, a man who's reputation now reaches as far a Germany! And he's got a passion for band featuring a man from Stoke on Trent that he wants to share with you.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> Recommended Listening: Standing on the Shoulder of Giants by Oasis Recommended Listening: Standing on the Shoulder of Giants by Oasis Thu, 19 Jun 2025 07:30:00 GMT 38:02 685337a4259ce49e3ea05907 false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/recommended-listening-standing-on-the-shoulder-of-giants-by 685337a4259ce49e3ea05907 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 recommended-listening-standing-on-the-shoulder-of-giants-by Yes, we are not ashamed to say we like this band full 2 19 So we finally come to one of the biggest names in British rock of the last 30 years. We've covered quite a lot of 90's and early 2000's without really getting in the Britpop and these of course are the daddys when it comes to Cool Britannia. By 2000 however some of the shine had worn off, and history tends to list this particular album at the bottom of the pile when it comes to the Gallagher long players - but we are here to show it some love. Get on board the bus.


Find out about latest events including upcoming gigs on 20th June and 26th July here https://apollo-audio.co.uk/events/


Links for your additional pleasure...


A Sound So Very Loud: The Inside Story of Every Song Oasis Recorded (Released on 3rd July)

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Sound-So-Very-Loud-Recorded/dp/1035078252


Gas Panic on Later...

https://youtu.be/_N9IP7teV1w?si=AYnhwGBR4vesooET


D'You Know What I Mean? (Noel Gallagher's 2016 Rethink) Official Audio

https://youtu.be/xKsT0Z6HW5k?si=aOFpalWEW4wG_gFV


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> So we finally come to one of the biggest names in British rock of the last 30 years. We've covered quite a lot of 90's and early 2000's without really getting in the Britpop and these of course are the daddys when it comes to Cool Britannia. By 2000 however some of the shine had worn off, and history tends to list this particular album at the bottom of the pile when it comes to the Gallagher long players - but we are here to show it some love. Get on board the bus.


Find out about latest events including upcoming gigs on 20th June and 26th July here https://apollo-audio.co.uk/events/


Links for your additional pleasure...


A Sound So Very Loud: The Inside Story of Every Song Oasis Recorded (Released on 3rd July)

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Sound-So-Very-Loud-Recorded/dp/1035078252


Gas Panic on Later...

https://youtu.be/_N9IP7teV1w?si=AYnhwGBR4vesooET


D'You Know What I Mean? (Noel Gallagher's 2016 Rethink) Official Audio

https://youtu.be/xKsT0Z6HW5k?si=aOFpalWEW4wG_gFV


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> <![CDATA[We've got an offering - Even in Arcadia]]> Thu, 12 Jun 2025 07:30:00 GMT 32:01 684a0a1286b5e7773910f112 false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/weve-got-an-offering-even-in-arcadia 684a0a1286b5e7773910f112 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 weve-got-an-offering-even-in-arcadia full 2 18 British "metal" band Sleep Token hit number one on the US album chart last month, and as we've spent a lot of time in the past we thought it would be fun to cover a current release. We might have regretted it.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

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]]> British "metal" band Sleep Token hit number one on the US album chart last month, and as we've spent a lot of time in the past we thought it would be fun to cover a current release. We might have regretted it.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> Recommended Listening: Whatever and Ever, Amen by Ben Folds Five Recommended Listening: Whatever and Ever, Amen by Ben Folds Five Thu, 05 Jun 2025 07:30:00 GMT 29:59 6840c5d85de209b54b405f8d false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/recommended-listening-whatever-and-ever-amen-by-ben-folds-5 6840c5d85de209b54b405f8d 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 recommended-listening-whatever-and-ever-amen-by-ben-folds-5 plus Sleep Token and Taylor Swift - together at last! full 2 17 This week we find ourselves back in the 90's yet again, but this time with the self-proclaimed "Punk for Pansies" Ben Folds Five and their second album Whatever and Ever, Amen. Martin was and is a big fan, with songs and melodies from this collection living pretty much rent free in his head. But what will Billy think of it? And has his amazing premonition of Sleep Token's rise to the top of the charts gone to his head?


Plus we talk live music venues, and what we can learn about the value of mechanical copyright from Taylor Swift.


Notes and corrections

**it's a clarinet, not an oboe.

**Battle of Who Could Care Less was the first single from the album, followed by Kate and then Brick


If you'd like to join our Music League playlist, click the link below. Your chance to recommend tracks and artists to feature on the show and vote for your favourites.


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Entries for this week close on 6th June (Friday)


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> This week we find ourselves back in the 90's yet again, but this time with the self-proclaimed "Punk for Pansies" Ben Folds Five and their second album Whatever and Ever, Amen. Martin was and is a big fan, with songs and melodies from this collection living pretty much rent free in his head. But what will Billy think of it? And has his amazing premonition of Sleep Token's rise to the top of the charts gone to his head?


Plus we talk live music venues, and what we can learn about the value of mechanical copyright from Taylor Swift.


Notes and corrections

**it's a clarinet, not an oboe.

**Battle of Who Could Care Less was the first single from the album, followed by Kate and then Brick


If you'd like to join our Music League playlist, click the link below. Your chance to recommend tracks and artists to feature on the show and vote for your favourites.


https://app.musicleague.com/l/3df8de03619b4444a019c8c8fa9c797f/


Entries for this week close on 6th June (Friday)


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> Bonus Waffle Bonus Waffle Thu, 29 May 2025 07:43:14 GMT 6:34 683810126e5b65d787963d48 false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/bonus-waffle 683810126e5b65d787963d48 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 bonus-waffle bonus 2 Bank Holiday schedules meant we couldn't quite bring it together for a full new episode this week, so instead enjoy this bonus topical waffle that didn't make the cut from a recent recording.


Back with a new episode next week!


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> Bank Holiday schedules meant we couldn't quite bring it together for a full new episode this week, so instead enjoy this bonus topical waffle that didn't make the cut from a recent recording.


Back with a new episode next week!


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> Recommended Listening: Punisher by Phoebe Bridgers Recommended Listening: Punisher by Phoebe Bridgers Thu, 22 May 2025 07:30:00 GMT 25:44 682e560e10ca442d5ff73692 false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/recommended-listening-punisher-by-phoebe-bridgers 682e560e10ca442d5ff73692 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 recommended-listening-punisher-by-phoebe-bridgers full 2 16 The second album from American singer Phoebe Bridgers was Billy's lockdown album, listened to while on long dog walks while coping with the enforced lack of a social life. And it's a thread we followed from last week's episode on Elliot Smith as Phoebe Bridgers is a self confessed fan and his work inspires hers.

Bill and Martin discuss whether music about depression needs to be sad and the difference between a recording and a song.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> The second album from American singer Phoebe Bridgers was Billy's lockdown album, listened to while on long dog walks while coping with the enforced lack of a social life. And it's a thread we followed from last week's episode on Elliot Smith as Phoebe Bridgers is a self confessed fan and his work inspires hers.

Bill and Martin discuss whether music about depression needs to be sad and the difference between a recording and a song.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> Recommended Listening: Either/Or by Elliot Smith Recommended Listening: Either/Or by Elliot Smith Thu, 15 May 2025 07:30:00 GMT 24:53 68247933571d171f047b1879 false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/recommended-listening-eitheror-by-elliot-smith 68247933571d171f047b1879 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 recommended-listening-eitheror-by-elliot-smith full 2 15 In at attempt to recapture lightning in a bottle we seek out another American singer songwriter with a great reputation and a tragic death - although we didn't really know about the death bit when we made the choice. Elliot Smith came to prominence when his songs were used in the soundtrack for Good Will Hunting, resulting in an Oscar nomination. This album is widely regarded as his finest accomplishment - we're saying approach with caution or find yourself a college dorm to cry in for the full Elliot Smith experience.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> In at attempt to recapture lightning in a bottle we seek out another American singer songwriter with a great reputation and a tragic death - although we didn't really know about the death bit when we made the choice. Elliot Smith came to prominence when his songs were used in the soundtrack for Good Will Hunting, resulting in an Oscar nomination. This album is widely regarded as his finest accomplishment - we're saying approach with caution or find yourself a college dorm to cry in for the full Elliot Smith experience.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> Retro Listening: Off The Wall by Michael Jackson Retro Listening: Off The Wall by Michael Jackson Thu, 01 May 2025 07:30:00 GMT 33:39 68127b669704d99f84761837 false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/retro-listening-off-the-wall-by-michael-jackson 68127b669704d99f84761837 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 retro-listening-off-the-wall-by-michael-jackson Time Travelling back to 2022 bonus RETRO AAP!

Billy is away so we're taking a short break from new episodes, but here's one from way back in 2022 that you may have missed or forgotten. We'll be back soon!


In this special selection episode, its Miles's choice and he's gone for the 1979 disco classic from the king of pop. Off the Wall is Michael Jackson's first "proper" solo record having separated from Motown and The Jackson 5 franchise. Teaming up with Quincy Jones for the first time, this album is wall to wall hits and paved the way for a career that remains unsurpassed in commercial success.


We know Miles loves it - join the rest of the crew as Billy, Martin and special guest Sid O'Brien decide if this deserves it's place among the greatest albums of all time.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford and is hosted by Martin Lumsden with Miles Mitchell and Billy Hills

It's a Froody Music Production, produced by Martin Lumsden


www.apollo-audio.co.uk

www.froodymusic.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> RETRO AAP!

Billy is away so we're taking a short break from new episodes, but here's one from way back in 2022 that you may have missed or forgotten. We'll be back soon!


In this special selection episode, its Miles's choice and he's gone for the 1979 disco classic from the king of pop. Off the Wall is Michael Jackson's first "proper" solo record having separated from Motown and The Jackson 5 franchise. Teaming up with Quincy Jones for the first time, this album is wall to wall hits and paved the way for a career that remains unsurpassed in commercial success.


We know Miles loves it - join the rest of the crew as Billy, Martin and special guest Sid O'Brien decide if this deserves it's place among the greatest albums of all time.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford and is hosted by Martin Lumsden with Miles Mitchell and Billy Hills

It's a Froody Music Production, produced by Martin Lumsden


www.apollo-audio.co.uk

www.froodymusic.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> Recommended Listening: Grace by Jeff Buckley Recommended Listening: Grace by Jeff Buckley Thu, 24 Apr 2025 07:30:00 GMT 25:23 68096db2332ab2153e88ce07 false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/recommended-listening-grace-by-jeff-buckley 68096db2332ab2153e88ce07 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 recommended-listening-grace-by-jeff-buckley full 2 14 No messing about, we both agree this is the best album we've listened to this year and it's 30 years old. Billy has owned it for ages - Martin can't believe he hasn't properly listened to it before. If you want to spend some money on some vinyl you won't feel shortchanged on this one. At least that's our opinion...what's yours?


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> No messing about, we both agree this is the best album we've listened to this year and it's 30 years old. Billy has owned it for ages - Martin can't believe he hasn't properly listened to it before. If you want to spend some money on some vinyl you won't feel shortchanged on this one. At least that's our opinion...what's yours?


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> Finally! Blondie - Parallel Lines Finally! Blondie - Parallel Lines Thu, 17 Apr 2025 07:30:00 GMT 25:32 680016d52bfb8508d607053e false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/finally-blondie-parallel-lines 680016d52bfb8508d607053e 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 finally-blondie-parallel-lines full 2 13 After years of waiting Martin finally get's his personal choice for review! This goes way back to postponed sessions from Season 1 so if you've been with us this long - thanks for sticking around.

From 1978 this was the breakthrough 3rd album from Blondie and it wasn't just the songs that were capturing the imagination.And hey! it's number 146 on The Rolling Stone 500 so once again we find ourselves in something of an agreement.

You'll know loads of songs from this - as Billy says, they're just part of life.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> After years of waiting Martin finally get's his personal choice for review! This goes way back to postponed sessions from Season 1 so if you've been with us this long - thanks for sticking around.

From 1978 this was the breakthrough 3rd album from Blondie and it wasn't just the songs that were capturing the imagination.And hey! it's number 146 on The Rolling Stone 500 so once again we find ourselves in something of an agreement.

You'll know loads of songs from this - as Billy says, they're just part of life.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> Recommended Listening: Peter Gabriel III - with Jay Hollis Recommended Listening: Peter Gabriel III - with Jay Hollis Thu, 10 Apr 2025 07:30:00 GMT 26:50 67f6f02c147c7d9dd6a77f25 false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/recommended-listening-peter-gabriel-iii-with-jay-hollis 67f6f02c147c7d9dd6a77f25 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 recommended-listening-peter-gabriel-iii-with-jay-hollis Also Known As AAP 12 full 2 12 On the podcast this week Martin is joined by Jay Hollis, also known as artist Millionth Chance and a member of Westward Ho. We chat about the "genesis" (see what I did there) of his solo album The Ghost's Companion and his recommended listening, the third album from Peter Gabriel. Officially titled just Peter Gabriel, but also known as Peter Gabriel III or "Melt" due to the cover art, it has a couple of Gabriel's best known tracks and sonically set a template for much of the sound and themes of early Eighties pop music, with the gated snare sound taking on almost legendary status.


Check out The Ghost's Companion by Millionth Chance thru Bandcamp here or on Spotify here if you prefer.


Don't forget to let us know your nominations for the best album of all time - be prepared to defend your choice, we may be asking questions! Or drop us a voicemail


New episodes every week.


Check out the studio at www.apollo-audio.co.uk for details about recording, rehearsal, tuition and upcoming events


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.martintheproducer.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> On the podcast this week Martin is joined by Jay Hollis, also known as artist Millionth Chance and a member of Westward Ho. We chat about the "genesis" (see what I did there) of his solo album The Ghost's Companion and his recommended listening, the third album from Peter Gabriel. Officially titled just Peter Gabriel, but also known as Peter Gabriel III or "Melt" due to the cover art, it has a couple of Gabriel's best known tracks and sonically set a template for much of the sound and themes of early Eighties pop music, with the gated snare sound taking on almost legendary status.


Check out The Ghost's Companion by Millionth Chance thru Bandcamp here or on Spotify here if you prefer.


Don't forget to let us know your nominations for the best album of all time - be prepared to defend your choice, we may be asking questions! Or drop us a voicemail


New episodes every week.


Check out the studio at www.apollo-audio.co.uk for details about recording, rehearsal, tuition and upcoming events


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.martintheproducer.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> The Self Titled Apollo Audio Apollo Audio Podcast The Self Titled Apollo Audio Apollo Audio Podcast Thu, 03 Apr 2025 07:30:00 GMT 30:38 67ed3cd09524713132b0e616 false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/the-self-titled-apollo-audio-apollo-audio-podcast 67ed3cd09524713132b0e616 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 the-self-titled-apollo-audio-apollo-audio-podcast Laziness by Genesis full 2 11 It's the Apollo Audio Podcast, and this week Billy continues his mission to have every album from 1997 featured on the show...this week with the self titled (lazy!) album from San Francisco Alt Pop band Third Eye Blind. You've probably heard the big hit single Semi Charmed Life before, but does the rest of the album match up?


Plus chat and musings on the Herffordshire scene and other music related chat.


Tickets for upcoming shows at Apollo Audio available from the Apollo Audio website https://apollo-audio.co.uk/events/

Find out more about The Hearts Club at https://www.instagram.com/the.heartsclub/


Don't forget to let us know your recommended listening and nominations for the best album of all time - be prepared to defend your choice, we may be asking questions! Or drop us a voicemail


New episodes every week.


Check out the studio at www.apollo-audio.co.uk for details about recording, rehearsal, tuition and upcoming events


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.martintheproducer.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> It's the Apollo Audio Podcast, and this week Billy continues his mission to have every album from 1997 featured on the show...this week with the self titled (lazy!) album from San Francisco Alt Pop band Third Eye Blind. You've probably heard the big hit single Semi Charmed Life before, but does the rest of the album match up?


Plus chat and musings on the Herffordshire scene and other music related chat.


Tickets for upcoming shows at Apollo Audio available from the Apollo Audio website https://apollo-audio.co.uk/events/

Find out more about The Hearts Club at https://www.instagram.com/the.heartsclub/


Don't forget to let us know your recommended listening and nominations for the best album of all time - be prepared to defend your choice, we may be asking questions! Or drop us a voicemail


New episodes every week.


Check out the studio at www.apollo-audio.co.uk for details about recording, rehearsal, tuition and upcoming events


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.martintheproducer.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> Recommended Listening: Synchronicity - with Rich from San Demas Recommended Listening: Synchronicity - with Rich from San Demas Thu, 27 Mar 2025 08:30:00 GMT 30:00 67e3c77798ba6a320ca7f210 false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/recommended-listening-synchronicity-with-rich-from-san-demas 67e3c77798ba6a320ca7f210 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 recommended-listening-synchronicity-with-rich-from-san-demas plus details of their new release! full 2 10 It's the Apollo Audio Podcast, and this week Martin is joined online by Rich from Melodic Rock/ Metal band San Demas for a chat about their upcoming single release You & I and recommended album listening Synchronicity by UK New Wave band The Police. Released in 1983, it's the final album from the band before they split and is currently at No. 159 on the Rolling Stone 500 Greatest Albums list


You & I - is released on Friday March 28th and you can pre-save at the link below


https://tr.ee/ZQJa3gdZnM


San Demas will be playing live dates this year at Hammerdown unplugged in Brighton on April 5th and 2000 Trees in Cheltenham on July 9th. Follow the band in instagram at @sandemasmusic and more detail at their website https://www.sandemasmusic.com/


Tickets for upcoming shows at Apollo Audio available from the Apollo Audio website https://apollo-audio.co.uk/events/


Don't forget to let us know your nominations for the best album of all time - be prepared to defend your choice, we may be asking questions! Or drop us a voicemail


New episodes every week.


Check out the studio at www.apollo-audio.co.uk for details about recording, rehearsal, tuition and upcoming events


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.martintheproducer.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> It's the Apollo Audio Podcast, and this week Martin is joined online by Rich from Melodic Rock/ Metal band San Demas for a chat about their upcoming single release You & I and recommended album listening Synchronicity by UK New Wave band The Police. Released in 1983, it's the final album from the band before they split and is currently at No. 159 on the Rolling Stone 500 Greatest Albums list


You & I - is released on Friday March 28th and you can pre-save at the link below


https://tr.ee/ZQJa3gdZnM


San Demas will be playing live dates this year at Hammerdown unplugged in Brighton on April 5th and 2000 Trees in Cheltenham on July 9th. Follow the band in instagram at @sandemasmusic and more detail at their website https://www.sandemasmusic.com/


Tickets for upcoming shows at Apollo Audio available from the Apollo Audio website https://apollo-audio.co.uk/events/


Don't forget to let us know your nominations for the best album of all time - be prepared to defend your choice, we may be asking questions! Or drop us a voicemail


New episodes every week.


Check out the studio at www.apollo-audio.co.uk for details about recording, rehearsal, tuition and upcoming events


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.martintheproducer.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> This Is Hardcore This Is Hardcore Thu, 20 Mar 2025 08:30:00 GMT 27:30 67db58f6d79e9e19916eee96 false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/this-is-hardcore 67db58f6d79e9e19916eee96 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 this-is-hardcore with guest Alfie Flanagan full 2 9 It's the Apollo Audio Podcast, and this week Billy invited podcast guest Alfie Flanagan to the show to talk about the resurgence of hardcore, his band Sunday Best and a new artist promotion venture In The Fields Project.


Find details of how to submit your band to the project on instagram at @in_the_field_project

Check out Alfie's band Sunday Best at @thisissundaybest


Tickets for the next Hardcore event and other upcoming shows at Apollo Audio on 11th April available from the Apollo Audio website https://apollo-audio.co.uk/events/


Don't forget to let us know your nominations for the best album of all time - be prepared to defend your choice, we may be asking questions! Or drop us a voicemail


New episodes every week.


Check out the studio at www.apollo-audio.co.uk for details about recording, rehearsal, tuition and upcoming events


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.martintheproducer.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> It's the Apollo Audio Podcast, and this week Billy invited podcast guest Alfie Flanagan to the show to talk about the resurgence of hardcore, his band Sunday Best and a new artist promotion venture In The Fields Project.


Find details of how to submit your band to the project on instagram at @in_the_field_project

Check out Alfie's band Sunday Best at @thisissundaybest


Tickets for the next Hardcore event and other upcoming shows at Apollo Audio on 11th April available from the Apollo Audio website https://apollo-audio.co.uk/events/


Don't forget to let us know your nominations for the best album of all time - be prepared to defend your choice, we may be asking questions! Or drop us a voicemail


New episodes every week.


Check out the studio at www.apollo-audio.co.uk for details about recording, rehearsal, tuition and upcoming events


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.martintheproducer.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> Summer Festivals and Vertical Horizon Summer Festivals and Vertical Horizon Thu, 13 Mar 2025 08:30:00 GMT 29:42 67d21f4a638646049f5138d1 false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/summer-festivals-and-vertical-horizon 67d21f4a638646049f5138d1 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 summer-festivals-and-vertical-horizon Why do we love the things we love? full 2 8 It's the Apollo Audio Podcast, and this week Billy throws a curveball and recommends Everything You Want, the major label debut album from US band Vertical Horizon. Billy bought Everything You Want off the back of hearing one song on the soundtrack to Bruce Almighty and it remains one of his favourites. Will Martin be equally smitten?


We also chat about festival lineups and the big difference between Reading and Glastonbury


Don't forget to let us know your nominations for the best album of all time - be prepared to defend your choice, we may be asking questions! Or drop us a voicemail


New episodes every week.


Check out the studio at www.apollo-audio.co.uk for details about recording, rehearsal, tuition and upcoming events


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.martintheproducer.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> It's the Apollo Audio Podcast, and this week Billy throws a curveball and recommends Everything You Want, the major label debut album from US band Vertical Horizon. Billy bought Everything You Want off the back of hearing one song on the soundtrack to Bruce Almighty and it remains one of his favourites. Will Martin be equally smitten?


We also chat about festival lineups and the big difference between Reading and Glastonbury


Don't forget to let us know your nominations for the best album of all time - be prepared to defend your choice, we may be asking questions! Or drop us a voicemail


New episodes every week.


Check out the studio at www.apollo-audio.co.uk for details about recording, rehearsal, tuition and upcoming events


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.martintheproducer.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> Brits, Oscars and To Pimp a Butterfly Brits, Oscars and To Pimp a Butterfly Thu, 06 Mar 2025 08:30:00 GMT 27:40 67c8d381fc5f88b98d60ca54 false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/brits-oscars-and-to-pimp-a-butterfly 67c8d381fc5f88b98d60ca54 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 brits-oscars-and-to-pimp-a-butterfly The week in music and Apollo Team Recommend albums for your listening pleasure full 2 7 It's the Apollo Audio Podcast, and this week we chat the pointlessness of the awards season, the pointless revisions made to the Rolling Stone 500 albums list and the pointed artistic and musical statement that is To Pimp a Butterfly by Kendrick Lemarr. We've mentioned him in nearly every episode so about time we actually talk about the music.


Don't forget to let us know your nominations for the best album of all time - be prepared to defend your choice, we may be asking questions! Or drop us a voicemail


New episodes every week.


Check out the studio at www.apollo-audio.co.uk for details about recording, rehearsal, tuition and upcoming events


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.martintheproducer.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> It's the Apollo Audio Podcast, and this week we chat the pointlessness of the awards season, the pointless revisions made to the Rolling Stone 500 albums list and the pointed artistic and musical statement that is To Pimp a Butterfly by Kendrick Lemarr. We've mentioned him in nearly every episode so about time we actually talk about the music.


Don't forget to let us know your nominations for the best album of all time - be prepared to defend your choice, we may be asking questions! Or drop us a voicemail


New episodes every week.


Check out the studio at www.apollo-audio.co.uk for details about recording, rehearsal, tuition and upcoming events


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.martintheproducer.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Social Media - with videographer Sam J Roper Social Media - with videographer Sam J Roper Thu, 27 Feb 2025 08:30:00 GMT 26:48 67bdc2402dbc20e82c398d8a false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/social-media-with-videographer-sam-j-roper 67bdc2402dbc20e82c398d8a 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 social-media-with-videographer-sam-j-roper Navigating the pressures of content creation full 2 6 It's the Apollo Audio Podcast, and this week our attempt to understand the pressures of content creation and social media "marketing" that is making it ever harder to understand what role(s) you have to play when you are a working artist.


Martin and Billy are joined in the studio by Sam J Roper, photographer and videographer to try and suggest how you can approach this ever more complex subject.


Don't forget to let us know your nominations for the best album of all time - be prepared to defend your choice, we may be asking questions!


New episodes every week.


Check out the studio at www.apollo-audio.co.uk for details about recording, rehearsal, tuition and upcoming events


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.martintheproducer.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> It's the Apollo Audio Podcast, and this week our attempt to understand the pressures of content creation and social media "marketing" that is making it ever harder to understand what role(s) you have to play when you are a working artist.


Martin and Billy are joined in the studio by Sam J Roper, photographer and videographer to try and suggest how you can approach this ever more complex subject.


Don't forget to let us know your nominations for the best album of all time - be prepared to defend your choice, we may be asking questions!


New episodes every week.


Check out the studio at www.apollo-audio.co.uk for details about recording, rehearsal, tuition and upcoming events


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.martintheproducer.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> Recommended Listening: Rumours - with Dan Thomas Recommended Listening: Rumours - with Dan Thomas Thu, 20 Feb 2025 08:30:00 GMT 29:02 67b527e5d24f7fcce8362f6a false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/the-facts-about-rumours-with-dan-thomas 67b527e5d24f7fcce8362f6a 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 the-facts-about-rumours-with-dan-thomas Back in the Rolling Stone list and straight in to the top 10 full 2 5 This week it's special guest and timeless classic album time as Martin is joined by Singer Songwriter Dan Thomas to discuss the No.7 entry on the Rolling Stone 500 - the 48 year old 40million plus selling Rumours by Fleetwood Mac. Will we honestly be able to find anything new to say about it? Also, Bob Dylan, Led Zeppelin and Black Sabbath chat.


Let us know your nominations for the best album of all time - be prepared to defend your choice, we may be asking questions!


New episodes every week.


Check out the studio at www.apollo-audio.co.uk for details about recording, rehearsal, tuition and upcoming events


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.martintheproducer.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> This week it's special guest and timeless classic album time as Martin is joined by Singer Songwriter Dan Thomas to discuss the No.7 entry on the Rolling Stone 500 - the 48 year old 40million plus selling Rumours by Fleetwood Mac. Will we honestly be able to find anything new to say about it? Also, Bob Dylan, Led Zeppelin and Black Sabbath chat.


Let us know your nominations for the best album of all time - be prepared to defend your choice, we may be asking questions!


New episodes every week.


Check out the studio at www.apollo-audio.co.uk for details about recording, rehearsal, tuition and upcoming events


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.martintheproducer.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> Performance and Cocktails Performance and Cocktails Thu, 13 Feb 2025 08:30:00 GMT 33:44 67ad0085b468a1d76f1ff0e9 false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/performance-and-cocktails 67ad0085b468a1d76f1ff0e9 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 performance-and-cocktails This week discussing the second album from Stereophonics full 2 4 This week we discuss the Superbowl and Oasis B-sides but mainly focus on Welsh rockers Stereophonics, and in particular their second studio album "Performance and Cocktails". Is it good enough to make our list of recommended albums, did they lose the plot after 110 years, and why do cover bands seem to only feature one of their songs?


Let us know your nominations for the best album of all time - be prepared to defend your choice, we may be asking questions!


New episodes every week.


Check out the studio at www.apollo-audio.co.uk for details about recording, rehearsal, tuition and upcoming events


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.martintheproducer.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> This week we discuss the Superbowl and Oasis B-sides but mainly focus on Welsh rockers Stereophonics, and in particular their second studio album "Performance and Cocktails". Is it good enough to make our list of recommended albums, did they lose the plot after 110 years, and why do cover bands seem to only feature one of their songs?


Let us know your nominations for the best album of all time - be prepared to defend your choice, we may be asking questions!


New episodes every week.


Check out the studio at www.apollo-audio.co.uk for details about recording, rehearsal, tuition and upcoming events


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.martintheproducer.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> Best Place to Start – The Apollo Audio Podcast Best Place to Start – The Apollo Audio Podcast Thu, 06 Feb 2025 08:30:00 GMT 40:25 67a3e73133bffa4af0eed7b7 false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/the-grammys-and-the-sundays 67a3e73133bffa4af0eed7b7 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 the-grammys-and-the-sundays The Grammys, the Brit Awards, and albums worth revisiting full 2 3 If you’re new to The Apollo Audio Podcast, this is a good place to start.


In this episode, Martin and Billy discuss the latest news from the music business, including their take on the 67th Grammy Awards and the nominations for the 2025 Brit Awards.


They also return to album discussion, looking at an influential release from over 30 years ago alongside more recent albums from artists it has inspired, exploring why certain records continue to matter and resonate over time.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> If you’re new to The Apollo Audio Podcast, this is a good place to start.


In this episode, Martin and Billy discuss the latest news from the music business, including their take on the 67th Grammy Awards and the nominations for the 2025 Brit Awards.


They also return to album discussion, looking at an influential release from over 30 years ago alongside more recent albums from artists it has inspired, exploring why certain records continue to matter and resonate over time.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> Introducing The Apollo Audio College Introducing The Apollo Audio College Thu, 30 Jan 2025 08:30:00 GMT 28:31 67996b3c60e68f77d5c88c0f false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/introducing-the-apollo-audio-college 67996b3c60e68f77d5c88c0f 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 introducing-the-apollo-audio-college Music Education in a real world environment bonus On this special episode, join the team as they introduce and explain the new Apollo Audio College which will be launching at the start of the new school year later in 2025.


Find out more at apollo-audio.co.uk


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.martintheproducer.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> On this special episode, join the team as they introduce and explain the new Apollo Audio College which will be launching at the start of the new school year later in 2025.


Find out more at apollo-audio.co.uk


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.martintheproducer.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> The Cushions of Rock The Cushions of Rock Thu, 23 Jan 2025 08:30:00 GMT 33:51 679022c3fc105e4d36c22d4c false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/the-cushions-of-rock 679022c3fc105e4d36c22d4c 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 the-cushions-of-rock Fantasy Band Lineups full 2 2 This week we take a completely non geeky or intellectual approach to building the ultimate rock band. Would they be great or just a cacophony of noise? Maybe one day AI will help us decide. Until then, joint the debate and let us know who you think would make it in to the ultimate supergroup.


In this episode hosts Martin Lumsden and Billy Hills, along with special guest Joe Casasola, discuss their favorite drummers, bass players, and guitarists, exploring the unique contributions of each musician to their respective bands. We chat about the unique styles of various musicians, the importance of tone and technique, and how collaboration can elevate a band's sound.


New episodes every week.


Check out the studio at www.apollo-audio.co.uk for details about recording, rehearsal, tuition and upcoming events

Follow Joel and find out more about morsolaguitars here @morsolaguitarshertford



The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.martintheproducer.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> This week we take a completely non geeky or intellectual approach to building the ultimate rock band. Would they be great or just a cacophony of noise? Maybe one day AI will help us decide. Until then, joint the debate and let us know who you think would make it in to the ultimate supergroup.


In this episode hosts Martin Lumsden and Billy Hills, along with special guest Joe Casasola, discuss their favorite drummers, bass players, and guitarists, exploring the unique contributions of each musician to their respective bands. We chat about the unique styles of various musicians, the importance of tone and technique, and how collaboration can elevate a band's sound.


New episodes every week.


Check out the studio at www.apollo-audio.co.uk for details about recording, rehearsal, tuition and upcoming events

Follow Joel and find out more about morsolaguitars here @morsolaguitarshertford



The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.martintheproducer.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> <![CDATA[We're Back!]]> Thu, 16 Jan 2025 08:30:00 GMT 39:49 6787ce1d3b6e600d69988378 false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/were-back 6787ce1d3b6e600d69988378 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 were-back full 2 1 Martin and Billy are back (no Miles - booh!) discussing the best albums of 2024 year, the return of iconic bands and the resurgence of heavy music, while also looking forward to the music scene in 2025 and the excitement surrounding upcoming gigs and festivals.


Let us know your nominations for the best album of all time - be prepared to defend your choice, we may be asking questions!


New episodes every week.


Check out the studio at www.apollo-audio.co.uk for details about recording, rehearsal, tuition and upcoming events



The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.martintheproducer.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> Martin and Billy are back (no Miles - booh!) discussing the best albums of 2024 year, the return of iconic bands and the resurgence of heavy music, while also looking forward to the music scene in 2025 and the excitement surrounding upcoming gigs and festivals.


Let us know your nominations for the best album of all time - be prepared to defend your choice, we may be asking questions!


New episodes every week.


Check out the studio at www.apollo-audio.co.uk for details about recording, rehearsal, tuition and upcoming events



The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.martintheproducer.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> The Season Finale!! The Season Finale!! Wed, 22 Jun 2022 07:30:36 GMT 36:36 62b1eafd7a307e0012b81a02 false https://podfollow.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast 62b1eafd7a307e0012b81a02 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 the-season-finale What stays on the list? full 1 26 We're 50 albums (plus a couple extra) in to the Rolling Stone 500 album list and it's time to reflect, review and decide which of them we want to keep for our own Apollo Audio list. There's a couple of surprises and outliers but on the whole we managed to agree on 15 that deserve our seal of approval.


Did you guess our choices? What did we miss, or get wrong?


Get in touch at apolloaudiopod@gmail.com or find us on social media @apolloaudiohertford


The Apollo Audio Podcast is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford, hosted by Billy Hills, Miles Mitchell and Martin Lumsden.

It's a Froody Music Production, produced by Martin Lumsden


www.apollo-audio.co.uk

www.froodymusic.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> We're 50 albums (plus a couple extra) in to the Rolling Stone 500 album list and it's time to reflect, review and decide which of them we want to keep for our own Apollo Audio list. There's a couple of surprises and outliers but on the whole we managed to agree on 15 that deserve our seal of approval.


Did you guess our choices? What did we miss, or get wrong?


Get in touch at apolloaudiopod@gmail.com or find us on social media @apolloaudiohertford


The Apollo Audio Podcast is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford, hosted by Billy Hills, Miles Mitchell and Martin Lumsden.

It's a Froody Music Production, produced by Martin Lumsden


www.apollo-audio.co.uk

www.froodymusic.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> X-Ray Spex - Germ Free Adolescents (471) and Tracy Chapman - Tracy Chapman (218) X-Ray Spex - Germ Free Adolescents (471) and Tracy Chapman - Tracy Chapman (218) Wed, 15 Jun 2022 08:07:42 GMT 42:41 62a8d2be54542c0015e7365a false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/x-ray-spex-and-tracy-chapman 62a8d2be54542c0015e7365a 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 x-ray-spex-and-tracy-chapman This episode is golden! full 1 25 We reach a milestone with episode 25, and our 49th and 50th albums from the Rolling Stone 500 Best Albums of all time. It's a good way to close out season 1, taking us back to the punk heyday of 1978 and ten years later to the New York folk scene where we discover that one of the most satisfactory elements of a good album is keeping it short!


The Apollo Audio Podcast is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford, hosted by Billy Hills, Miles Mitchell and Martin Lumsden.

It's a Froody Music Production, produced by Martin Lumsden


www.apollo-audio.co.uk

www.froodymusic.com




The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> We reach a milestone with episode 25, and our 49th and 50th albums from the Rolling Stone 500 Best Albums of all time. It's a good way to close out season 1, taking us back to the punk heyday of 1978 and ten years later to the New York folk scene where we discover that one of the most satisfactory elements of a good album is keeping it short!


The Apollo Audio Podcast is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford, hosted by Billy Hills, Miles Mitchell and Martin Lumsden.

It's a Froody Music Production, produced by Martin Lumsden


www.apollo-audio.co.uk

www.froodymusic.com




The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> Jefferson Airplane - Surrealistic Pillow (471) and TLC - CrazySexyCool (218) Jefferson Airplane - Surrealistic Pillow (471) and TLC - CrazySexyCool (218) Wed, 08 Jun 2022 07:30:11 GMT 1:02:29 629fdc838267a20012e77cd1 false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/jefferson-airplane-and-tlc 629fdc838267a20012e77cd1 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 jefferson-airplane-and-tlc full 1 24 Welcome to episode 24 of The Apollo Podcast where we find numerous ways to avoid talking about this week's albums and instead ruminate and pontificate on the mixing value of mono, the disposal of unloved master tapes, the ongoing discussion on the point of "skits" in hip hop albums and the different approaches to songwrting.


Almost 10% of the way through the list and we're just hitting our stride.


Amongst all this amazing bonus material we do also get around to the merits or otherwise of 1967 album "Surrealistic Pillow" from Jefferson Airplane and "CrazySexyCool" the second Lp from TLC released in 1994. Where have you heard that song before? Find out by joining Billy, Miles and Martin on our weekly delve in to the Rolling Stone Magazine 500 Best Albums of all Time


The Apollo Audio Podcast is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford, hosted by Billy Hills, Miles Mitchell and Martin Lumsden - with special guest Sid O'Brien.

It's a Froody Music Production, produced by Martin Lumsden


www.apollo-audio.co.uk

www.froodymusic.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Welcome to episode 24 of The Apollo Podcast where we find numerous ways to avoid talking about this week's albums and instead ruminate and pontificate on the mixing value of mono, the disposal of unloved master tapes, the ongoing discussion on the point of "skits" in hip hop albums and the different approaches to songwrting.


Almost 10% of the way through the list and we're just hitting our stride.


Amongst all this amazing bonus material we do also get around to the merits or otherwise of 1967 album "Surrealistic Pillow" from Jefferson Airplane and "CrazySexyCool" the second Lp from TLC released in 1994. Where have you heard that song before? Find out by joining Billy, Miles and Martin on our weekly delve in to the Rolling Stone Magazine 500 Best Albums of all Time


The Apollo Audio Podcast is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford, hosted by Billy Hills, Miles Mitchell and Martin Lumsden - with special guest Sid O'Brien.

It's a Froody Music Production, produced by Martin Lumsden


www.apollo-audio.co.uk

www.froodymusic.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Independent Selection Special: Off The Wall - Michael Jackson (36) Independent Selection Special: Off The Wall - Michael Jackson (36) Wed, 01 Jun 2022 07:30:32 GMT 32:41 62728dc9aab3a80012f42002 false https://podfollow.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast 62728dc9aab3a80012f42002 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 independent-selection-special-off-the-wall-michael-jackson Is it a thriller? bonus 1 Another special selection episode, this time its Miles's choice and he's gone for the 1978 disco classic from the king of pop. Off the Wall is Michael Jackson's first "proper" solo record having separated from Motown and The Jackson 5 franchise. Teaming up with Quincy Jones for the first time, this album is wall to wall hits and paved the way for a career that remains unsurpassed in commercial success.


We know Miles loves it - join the rest of the crew as Billy, Martin and special guest Sid O'Brien decide if this deserves it's place among the greatest albums of all time.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford and is hosted by Miles Mitchell, Billy Hills and Martin Lumsden.

It's a Froody Music Production, produced by Martin Lumsden


www.apollo-audio.co.uk

www.froodymusic.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> Another special selection episode, this time its Miles's choice and he's gone for the 1978 disco classic from the king of pop. Off the Wall is Michael Jackson's first "proper" solo record having separated from Motown and The Jackson 5 franchise. Teaming up with Quincy Jones for the first time, this album is wall to wall hits and paved the way for a career that remains unsurpassed in commercial success.


We know Miles loves it - join the rest of the crew as Billy, Martin and special guest Sid O'Brien decide if this deserves it's place among the greatest albums of all time.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford and is hosted by Miles Mitchell, Billy Hills and Martin Lumsden.

It's a Froody Music Production, produced by Martin Lumsden


www.apollo-audio.co.uk

www.froodymusic.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> Radiohead - The Bends (276) and Amy Winehouse - Back to Black (33) Radiohead - The Bends (276) and Amy Winehouse - Back to Black (33) Wed, 25 May 2022 07:30:01 GMT 1:04:59 628d2f4042f8de001356a433 false https://podfollow.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast 628d2f4042f8de001356a433 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 radiohead-and-amy-winehouse Stay in your lane full 1 23 On an episode that promised to be fairly uncontentious we ended up arguing the toss about what Radiohead were trying to achieve with The Bends, whether Creep is a great song, whether Oasis are known for their genre switching and if Coldplay should have stuck to their early stuff!


Join us for our longest episode yet where we manage to largely disagree despite discussing what proves to be two of our favourite albums so far.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford, hosted by Billy Hills, Miles Mitchell and Martin Lumsden - with special guest Sid O'Brien.

It's a Froody Music Production, produced by Martin Lumsden


www.apollo-audio.co.uk

www.froodymusic.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> On an episode that promised to be fairly uncontentious we ended up arguing the toss about what Radiohead were trying to achieve with The Bends, whether Creep is a great song, whether Oasis are known for their genre switching and if Coldplay should have stuck to their early stuff!


Join us for our longest episode yet where we manage to largely disagree despite discussing what proves to be two of our favourite albums so far.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford, hosted by Billy Hills, Miles Mitchell and Martin Lumsden - with special guest Sid O'Brien.

It's a Froody Music Production, produced by Martin Lumsden


www.apollo-audio.co.uk

www.froodymusic.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

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]]> Elton John - Honky Château (251) and The Rolling Stones - Exile on Main Street (14) Elton John - Honky Château (251) and The Rolling Stones - Exile on Main Street (14) Wed, 18 May 2022 07:30:41 GMT 47:59 628411855628ec0013f27baf false https://podfollow.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast 628411855628ec0013f27baf 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 elton-john-and-the-rolling-stones Not the soundtrack of Rock and Roll after all full 1 22 We time travel back almost exactly 50 years to two albums celebrating the golden anniversary of their release. Probably fair to say that one of these albums has faired better in the eyes of the critics and in public consciousness, although testament to both artists that they remain widely loved and, incredibly, still touring!


The definition of national treasures - what on earth will we do when Elton, Mick and Keith (Keef!) eventually leave us behind. In the meantime, find out how we rated the 251st and 14th best albums of all time according to Rolling Stone magazine.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford, hosted by Billy Hills, Miles Mitchell and Martin Lumsden

It's a Froody Music Production, produced by Martin Lumsden


www.apollo-audio.co.uk

www.froodymusic.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> We time travel back almost exactly 50 years to two albums celebrating the golden anniversary of their release. Probably fair to say that one of these albums has faired better in the eyes of the critics and in public consciousness, although testament to both artists that they remain widely loved and, incredibly, still touring!


The definition of national treasures - what on earth will we do when Elton, Mick and Keith (Keef!) eventually leave us behind. In the meantime, find out how we rated the 251st and 14th best albums of all time according to Rolling Stone magazine.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford, hosted by Billy Hills, Miles Mitchell and Martin Lumsden

It's a Froody Music Production, produced by Martin Lumsden


www.apollo-audio.co.uk

www.froodymusic.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> The Rolling Stones - Some Girls (468) and The Beatles - The Beatles (29) The Rolling Stones - Some Girls (468) and The Beatles - The Beatles (29) Wed, 11 May 2022 07:30:21 GMT 55:45 62716e7cb20735001443b9be false https://podfollow.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast 62716e7cb20735001443b9be 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 the-rolling-stones-and-the-beatles full 1 21 With a special guest appearance from an alien enquirer and a surprisingly effusive and enthusiastic response to one of this weeks albums from one of our hosts. We pitch two of the great British legends against each other and see how comes up trumps.

While it's their most commercially successful album, Some Girls from The Rolling Stones is lodged in the bottom 20% of the official Rolling Stone list, and while The Beatles might only be the 4th best Beatles album it still nestles quite comfortably in the top 30. So time to find out if our opinion matches those of the esteemed voters and whether Billy thinks it's ever OK to self title your album, especially if it's your 9th!


The Apollo Audio Podcast is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford, hosted by Billy Hills, Miles Mitchell and Martin Lumsden

It's a Froody Music Production, produced by Martin Lumsden


www.apollo-audio.co.uk

www.froodymusic.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> With a special guest appearance from an alien enquirer and a surprisingly effusive and enthusiastic response to one of this weeks albums from one of our hosts. We pitch two of the great British legends against each other and see how comes up trumps.

While it's their most commercially successful album, Some Girls from The Rolling Stones is lodged in the bottom 20% of the official Rolling Stone list, and while The Beatles might only be the 4th best Beatles album it still nestles quite comfortably in the top 30. So time to find out if our opinion matches those of the esteemed voters and whether Billy thinks it's ever OK to self title your album, especially if it's your 9th!


The Apollo Audio Podcast is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford, hosted by Billy Hills, Miles Mitchell and Martin Lumsden

It's a Froody Music Production, produced by Martin Lumsden


www.apollo-audio.co.uk

www.froodymusic.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> Tom Petty - Wildflowers (214) and Nirvana - In Utero (173) Tom Petty - Wildflowers (214) and Nirvana - In Utero (173) Wed, 04 May 2022 07:30:52 GMT 53:06 62716df32ae6da001211385b false https://www.apollo-audio.co.uk/podcast 62716df32ae6da001211385b 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 tom-petty-and-nirvana full 1 20 Two albums from the early-ish 90's this week - one that came just before a tragedy and one that we maybe think is a tragedy!! Fair to say we were probably a bit surprised by our reactions to both albums this week, with preconceptions and expectations largely off the mark.


As always, we'd love to know what you think of these albums - positive or negative. Drop us a line at apolloaudiopod@gmail.com if you feel like sharing an opinion.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertfordshire; hosted by Billy Hills, Mile Mitchell and Martin Lumsden.

It's a Froody Music Production, recorded and edited by Martin Lumsden


www.froodymusic.com

www.martintheproducer.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> Two albums from the early-ish 90's this week - one that came just before a tragedy and one that we maybe think is a tragedy!! Fair to say we were probably a bit surprised by our reactions to both albums this week, with preconceptions and expectations largely off the mark.


As always, we'd love to know what you think of these albums - positive or negative. Drop us a line at apolloaudiopod@gmail.com if you feel like sharing an opinion.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertfordshire; hosted by Billy Hills, Mile Mitchell and Martin Lumsden.

It's a Froody Music Production, recorded and edited by Martin Lumsden


www.froodymusic.com

www.martintheproducer.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> Bob Marley and The Wailers - Catch a Fire (140) and Beastie Boys - Paul’s Boutique (125) Bob Marley and The Wailers - Catch a Fire (140) and Beastie Boys - Paul’s Boutique (125) Wed, 27 Apr 2022 07:30:48 GMT 50:53 6266b650b9e5570014d327eb false https://podfollow.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast 6266b650b9e5570014d327eb 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 bob-marley-and-the-wailers-and-beastie-boys Zippos and Samples full 1 19 The album that introduced the whole world to Bob Marley, and the album that was a reinvention of a group that looked like it was heading for a gimmicky early dead-end.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is recorded at Apollo Audio in Hertford, hosted by Billy Hills, Miles Mitchell and Martin Lumsden.


Produced, recorded and edited by Martin Lumsden.


A Froody Music Production

www.froodymusic.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

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]]> The album that introduced the whole world to Bob Marley, and the album that was a reinvention of a group that looked like it was heading for a gimmicky early dead-end.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is recorded at Apollo Audio in Hertford, hosted by Billy Hills, Miles Mitchell and Martin Lumsden.


Produced, recorded and edited by Martin Lumsden.


A Froody Music Production

www.froodymusic.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> Independent Selection Special: White Pony - Deftones Independent Selection Special: White Pony - Deftones Wed, 20 Apr 2022 07:30:09 GMT 31:31 625eefcf53429900120039fc false https://www.apollo-audio.co.uk/podcast 625eefcf53429900120039fc 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 independent-selection-special-white-pony-deftones Our first special selection episode bonus 1 This week we break from our normal random selection from the Rolling Stone 500 best album list to pick up and have a listen to a favourite from one of our hosting team. It might be from the list, it might not - but it's definitely an album that we think is worth talking about.


For the first special episode in an occasional series we have the selection of Apollo Audio studio owner and splendid guitarist / singer Billy Hills.


White Pony is the third studio album by American alternative metal band Deftones, released on June 20, 2000, through Maverick Records. It was produced by Terry Date, who produced the band's first two albums, Adrenaline (1995) and Around the Fur (1997). It marked a significant growth in the band's sound and is considered a turning point in their history in terms of experimentation, incorporating influences from post-hardcore, trip hop, shoegaze, progressive rock, and post-rock into the alternative metal sound for which they had become known.


White Pony is Deftones' highest-selling album to date, and it became their first platinum record certified by the RIAA on July 17, 2002


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> This week we break from our normal random selection from the Rolling Stone 500 best album list to pick up and have a listen to a favourite from one of our hosting team. It might be from the list, it might not - but it's definitely an album that we think is worth talking about.


For the first special episode in an occasional series we have the selection of Apollo Audio studio owner and splendid guitarist / singer Billy Hills.


White Pony is the third studio album by American alternative metal band Deftones, released on June 20, 2000, through Maverick Records. It was produced by Terry Date, who produced the band's first two albums, Adrenaline (1995) and Around the Fur (1997). It marked a significant growth in the band's sound and is considered a turning point in their history in terms of experimentation, incorporating influences from post-hardcore, trip hop, shoegaze, progressive rock, and post-rock into the alternative metal sound for which they had become known.


White Pony is Deftones' highest-selling album to date, and it became their first platinum record certified by the RIAA on July 17, 2002


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> The Stone Roses - The Stone Roses (319) and Van Morrison - Moondance (120) The Stone Roses - The Stone Roses (319) and Van Morrison - Moondance (120) Wed, 13 Apr 2022 07:30:00 GMT 45:12 6255bba4c048360012ee06cb false https://www.apollo-audio.co.uk/podcast 6255bba4c048360012ee06cb 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 the-stone-roses-and-van-morrison Horny and Sad full 1 18 A glorious album or an "over-hyped piece of shite". The critics were divided but what do the Apollo crew think of The Stone Roses? And as for Van Morrison, our guest host this week definitely thinks you can have too many horns, even if there are only two.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is recorded at Apollo Audio in Hertford, hosted by Billy Hills, Miles Mitchell and Martin Lumsden. This week we are joined by special guest host Sid O'Brien.


Produced, recorded and edited by Martin Lumsden.


A Froody Music Production

www.froodymusic.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

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]]> A glorious album or an "over-hyped piece of shite". The critics were divided but what do the Apollo crew think of The Stone Roses? And as for Van Morrison, our guest host this week definitely thinks you can have too many horns, even if there are only two.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is recorded at Apollo Audio in Hertford, hosted by Billy Hills, Miles Mitchell and Martin Lumsden. This week we are joined by special guest host Sid O'Brien.


Produced, recorded and edited by Martin Lumsden.


A Froody Music Production

www.froodymusic.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

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]]> Big Star - #1 Record (474) and Bob Dylan and the Band- The Basement Tapes (335) Big Star - #1 Record (474) and Bob Dylan and the Band- The Basement Tapes (335) Wed, 06 Apr 2022 07:30:00 GMT 56:14 624cb7f2ebccf20012f15935 false https://www.apollo-audio.co.uk/podcast 624cb7f2ebccf20012f15935 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 big-star-and-bob-dylan-and-the-band full 1 17 This week on the podcast, it's the debut album from Big Star and the sixteenth (albeit delayed) from Bob Dylan.


In the words of Rolling Stone "Big Star produced a style that foreshadowed the alternative rock of the 1980s and 1990s. Before they broke up, they created a "seminal body of work that never stopped inspiring succeeding generations"


John Rockwell of The New York Times hailed The Basement Tapes as "one of the greatest albums in the history of American popular music." Rolling Stone's Paul Nelson called its contents "the hardest, toughest, sweetest, saddest, funniest, wisest songs I know"


But did we agree? Join us every week as we pick two albums from the Rolling Stone magazine list of the 500 Best Albums of all Time and debate the reasons why we think they deserve a place on our playlists or should be left on the shelf.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is recorded at Apollo Audio in Hertford, hosted by Billy Hills, Miles Mitchell and Martin Lumsden.

Produced, recorded and edited by Martin Lumsden.


A Froody Music Production

www.froodymusic.com




The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> This week on the podcast, it's the debut album from Big Star and the sixteenth (albeit delayed) from Bob Dylan.


In the words of Rolling Stone "Big Star produced a style that foreshadowed the alternative rock of the 1980s and 1990s. Before they broke up, they created a "seminal body of work that never stopped inspiring succeeding generations"


John Rockwell of The New York Times hailed The Basement Tapes as "one of the greatest albums in the history of American popular music." Rolling Stone's Paul Nelson called its contents "the hardest, toughest, sweetest, saddest, funniest, wisest songs I know"


But did we agree? Join us every week as we pick two albums from the Rolling Stone magazine list of the 500 Best Albums of all Time and debate the reasons why we think they deserve a place on our playlists or should be left on the shelf.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is recorded at Apollo Audio in Hertford, hosted by Billy Hills, Miles Mitchell and Martin Lumsden.

Produced, recorded and edited by Martin Lumsden.


A Froody Music Production

www.froodymusic.com




The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> A chat about The Grammy Awards A chat about The Grammy Awards Tue, 05 Apr 2022 21:27:15 GMT 4:15 624cb433e227d40012667035 false https://www.apollo-audio.co.uk/podcast 624cb433e227d40012667035 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 a-chat-about-the-grammy-awards Were there any winners? bonus 1 We had a bit of a chat about things arising from the Grammy Awards on Sunday 3rd April


The Apollo Audio Podcast is recorded at Apollo Audio in Hertford, hosted by Billy Hills, Miles Mitchell and Martin Lumsden.

Produced, recorded and edited by Martin Lumsden.


A Froody Music Production

www.froodymusic.com



The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> We had a bit of a chat about things arising from the Grammy Awards on Sunday 3rd April


The Apollo Audio Podcast is recorded at Apollo Audio in Hertford, hosted by Billy Hills, Miles Mitchell and Martin Lumsden.

Produced, recorded and edited by Martin Lumsden.


A Froody Music Production

www.froodymusic.com



The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> David Bowie - Hunky Dory (88) and A Tribe Called Quest - The Low End Theory (43) David Bowie - Hunky Dory (88) and A Tribe Called Quest - The Low End Theory (43) Wed, 30 Mar 2022 07:30:40 GMT 49:12 62435c88c5f9a900137783ee false https://www.apollo-audio.co.uk/podcast 62435c88c5f9a900137783ee 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 david-bowie-and-a-tribe-called-quest full 1 16 "...the most inventive piece of song-writing to have appeared on record in a considerable time". That's what they were saying about David Bowie's fourth studio record Hunky Dory back in 1972 - and that was before he really hit the heights with Ziggy Stardust in the following year. The clues are there, but the flame haired alien alter-ego hadn't yet had that transformative appearance on Top of the Pops. Does that mean the best is yet to come for our listening pleasure on our trawl through the Rolling Stone 500 list? There are two albums higher up, including the aforementioned Rise and Fall, but this one faired pretty well in our assessment this week.


Our second album this week was described as a "remarkable experience, as aesthetically and emotionally rewarding as any work of music I can think of." I'm not sure our experience 30 years on was quite as revelatory...listen in to find out how much we really don't know about the history of hip-hop.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is recorded at Apollo Audio, Hertford and is produced, recorded and edited by Martin Lumsden

A Froody Music Production.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> "...the most inventive piece of song-writing to have appeared on record in a considerable time". That's what they were saying about David Bowie's fourth studio record Hunky Dory back in 1972 - and that was before he really hit the heights with Ziggy Stardust in the following year. The clues are there, but the flame haired alien alter-ego hadn't yet had that transformative appearance on Top of the Pops. Does that mean the best is yet to come for our listening pleasure on our trawl through the Rolling Stone 500 list? There are two albums higher up, including the aforementioned Rise and Fall, but this one faired pretty well in our assessment this week.


Our second album this week was described as a "remarkable experience, as aesthetically and emotionally rewarding as any work of music I can think of." I'm not sure our experience 30 years on was quite as revelatory...listen in to find out how much we really don't know about the history of hip-hop.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is recorded at Apollo Audio, Hertford and is produced, recorded and edited by Martin Lumsden

A Froody Music Production.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> Donna Summer - Bad Girls (283) and Cocteau Twins - Heaven or Las Vegas (245) Donna Summer - Bad Girls (283) and Cocteau Twins - Heaven or Las Vegas (245) Wed, 23 Mar 2022 08:30:12 GMT 53:27 623a579d37a411001226aa92 false https://www.apollo-audio.co.uk/podcast 623a579d37a411001226aa92 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 donna-summer-and-cocteau-twins Beep, Toot and Gobbledegook full 1 15 Bad Girls (25th April 1979)


The Boston-born Donna Summer was the Queen of Disco by the end of the Seventies — but she wanted more. With her double-vinyl epic Bad Girls, she set out to conquer every corner of pop music in the name of disco, along with her longtime producers Giorgio Moroder and Pete Bellotte. “Hot Stuff” was her rock anthem, while “Bad Girls” found the sweet spot where the toot-toot meets the beep-beep. The underrated highlight: “Sunset People,” her post-Steely Dan snapshot of L.A. malaise.


  • eighth studio album
  • Bad Girls reached atop the US Billboard 200, where it stayed for six weeks: for one week on June 16, 1979, and then for five consecutive weeks, from July 7 to August 4, 1979
  • Harold Faltermeyer, songwriting (Hot Stuff) – best known for composing the "Axel F"[2] theme for the feature film Beverly Hills Cop, an influential synth-pop hit in the 1980s. He also composed the "Top Gun Anthem" for the feature film Top Gun and the music for the Chevy Chase Fletch feature films, Fletch and Fletch Lives.
  • Producers - Giorgio Moroder, Pete Bellotte
  • It has sold over 4 million copies worldwide


Heaven or Las Vegas (17th September 1990)


Cocteau Twins were Scot goths who helped invent the dream-pop aesthetic that ruled U.K. indie during the Eighties. Heaven or Las Vegas is their arrestingly beautiful pop peak, despite being released as the band itself was in turmoil, largely brought on by guitarist Robin Guthrie’s drug addiction. Somehow, they created something wholly transporting; Elizabeth Fraser’s celestial soprano works like a vocal Rorschach test, gorgeously floating over Guthrie and Simon Raymonde’s magic-hour instrumentation.


  • sixth studio album
  • peaked at number seven on the UK Albums Chart and number 99 on the US Billboard 200, becoming the band's most commercially successful release, despite most of Fraser's lyrics "[emerging] in alien tongues", which she sums up as "laziness" and "bad diction"
  • bassist Simon Raymonde later formed Bella Union record label


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> Bad Girls (25th April 1979)


The Boston-born Donna Summer was the Queen of Disco by the end of the Seventies — but she wanted more. With her double-vinyl epic Bad Girls, she set out to conquer every corner of pop music in the name of disco, along with her longtime producers Giorgio Moroder and Pete Bellotte. “Hot Stuff” was her rock anthem, while “Bad Girls” found the sweet spot where the toot-toot meets the beep-beep. The underrated highlight: “Sunset People,” her post-Steely Dan snapshot of L.A. malaise.


  • eighth studio album
  • Bad Girls reached atop the US Billboard 200, where it stayed for six weeks: for one week on June 16, 1979, and then for five consecutive weeks, from July 7 to August 4, 1979
  • Harold Faltermeyer, songwriting (Hot Stuff) – best known for composing the "Axel F"[2] theme for the feature film Beverly Hills Cop, an influential synth-pop hit in the 1980s. He also composed the "Top Gun Anthem" for the feature film Top Gun and the music for the Chevy Chase Fletch feature films, Fletch and Fletch Lives.
  • Producers - Giorgio Moroder, Pete Bellotte
  • It has sold over 4 million copies worldwide


Heaven or Las Vegas (17th September 1990)


Cocteau Twins were Scot goths who helped invent the dream-pop aesthetic that ruled U.K. indie during the Eighties. Heaven or Las Vegas is their arrestingly beautiful pop peak, despite being released as the band itself was in turmoil, largely brought on by guitarist Robin Guthrie’s drug addiction. Somehow, they created something wholly transporting; Elizabeth Fraser’s celestial soprano works like a vocal Rorschach test, gorgeously floating over Guthrie and Simon Raymonde’s magic-hour instrumentation.


  • sixth studio album
  • peaked at number seven on the UK Albums Chart and number 99 on the US Billboard 200, becoming the band's most commercially successful release, despite most of Fraser's lyrics "[emerging] in alien tongues", which she sums up as "laziness" and "bad diction"
  • bassist Simon Raymonde later formed Bella Union record label


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> <![CDATA[Fiona Apple - Extraordinary Machine (444) and Eric B. & Rakim - Paid in Full (61)]]> Wed, 16 Mar 2022 08:30:21 GMT 47:37 6230b8d49c590200124ec2dc false https://www.apollo-audio.co.uk/podcast 6230b8d49c590200124ec2dc 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 fiona-apple-and-eric-b-rakim Surprisingly quirky and era defining... is that us or the albums? full 1 14 On the show this week we discover an artist for (mainly) the first time and are mainly surprised and delighted by our introduction to Fiona Apple. Plus we flip back to the golden era of Hip-Hop and the era defining sounds of Eric B. and Rakim with the general consensus that we prefer what they inspired over what they created.


Every week we listen to two classic albums from Rolling Stone magazine's list of the 500 Best Albums of all Time, and decide if we think they deserve their place and if we'd be recommending to future music lovers.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford and is a Froody Music Production. Recording and post production by Martin Lumsden


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> On the show this week we discover an artist for (mainly) the first time and are mainly surprised and delighted by our introduction to Fiona Apple. Plus we flip back to the golden era of Hip-Hop and the era defining sounds of Eric B. and Rakim with the general consensus that we prefer what they inspired over what they created.


Every week we listen to two classic albums from Rolling Stone magazine's list of the 500 Best Albums of all Time, and decide if we think they deserve their place and if we'd be recommending to future music lovers.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford and is a Froody Music Production. Recording and post production by Martin Lumsden


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> D’Angelo - Brown Sugar (183) and Van Halen - Van Halen (292) D’Angelo - Brown Sugar (183) and Van Halen - Van Halen (292) Wed, 09 Mar 2022 08:30:53 GMT 50:14 6227e6c0cf255a0011919e38 false http://www.apollo-audio.co.uk/podcast 6227e6c0cf255a0011919e38 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 dangelo-brown-sugar-183-and-van-halen-van-halen-292 Did we tell Van Halen to beat it? full 1 13 It's debut albums from both our artists this week, and we find out we're a bit of a sucker for some neo soul but rock guitars we maybe only want in conjunction with some MJ.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford and is a Froody Music Production. Recording and post production by Martin Lumsden


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> It's debut albums from both our artists this week, and we find out we're a bit of a sucker for some neo soul but rock guitars we maybe only want in conjunction with some MJ.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford and is a Froody Music Production. Recording and post production by Martin Lumsden


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> Rage Against the Machine - Rage Against the Machine (221) and Grateful Dead - Workingman’s Dead (409) Rage Against the Machine - Rage Against the Machine (221) and Grateful Dead - Workingman’s Dead (409) Wed, 02 Mar 2022 08:30:03 GMT 53:47 621ea4ced844b2001210c1c9 false https://www.apollo-audio.co.uk/podcast 621ea4ced844b2001210c1c9 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 rage-against-the-machine-and-grateful-dead full 1 12 Join Billy, Martin and Miles as we take a tour through the Rolling Stone Magazine 2020 list of the 500 greatest albums of all time. Did they get it right, and what might we have been missing out on?


On this week's episode we discuss the first of two Grateful Dead albums released in 1970, and the 1992 debut from Rage Against the Machine. Once again the votes are split, and the early 70's is not coming out of this well so far.

On the other hand, we may have identified our top album of the pod so far.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is recorded at Apollo Audio studios in Hertford and is produced and edited by Martin Lumsden

Froody Productions 2022


Drop us a line at apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> Join Billy, Martin and Miles as we take a tour through the Rolling Stone Magazine 2020 list of the 500 greatest albums of all time. Did they get it right, and what might we have been missing out on?


On this week's episode we discuss the first of two Grateful Dead albums released in 1970, and the 1992 debut from Rage Against the Machine. Once again the votes are split, and the early 70's is not coming out of this well so far.

On the other hand, we may have identified our top album of the pod so far.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is recorded at Apollo Audio studios in Hertford and is produced and edited by Martin Lumsden

Froody Productions 2022


Drop us a line at apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> Dusty Springfield - Dusty in Memphis (83) and The Zombies - Odessey and Oracle (243) Dusty Springfield - Dusty in Memphis (83) and The Zombies - Odessey and Oracle (243) Wed, 23 Feb 2022 08:30:00 GMT 46:50 62156f7d1654c6001416aeaa false https://www.apollo-audio.co.uk/podcast 62156f7d1654c6001416aeaa 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 dusty-springfield-and-the-zombies full 1 11 It might not seem like we've been away but actually it's been about 3 weeks since we've been together so future episodes will be almost live. An even better opportunity to get involved and join us on our voyage of discovery through the Rolling Stone Best 500 albums of all time.


This week it's local boys The Zombies (from Hatfield and St Albans) and Dusty Springfield. Which of these impressed, and which was perhaps surprisingly underwhelming?


The Apollo Audio Podcast is recorded at Apollo Audio studios in Hertford and is produced and edited by Martin Lumsden

Froody Productions 2022


Drop us a line at apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> It might not seem like we've been away but actually it's been about 3 weeks since we've been together so future episodes will be almost live. An even better opportunity to get involved and join us on our voyage of discovery through the Rolling Stone Best 500 albums of all time.


This week it's local boys The Zombies (from Hatfield and St Albans) and Dusty Springfield. Which of these impressed, and which was perhaps surprisingly underwhelming?


The Apollo Audio Podcast is recorded at Apollo Audio studios in Hertford and is produced and edited by Martin Lumsden

Froody Productions 2022


Drop us a line at apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> Various Artists - The Indestructible Beat of Soweto (497) and Lana Del Rey - Norman Fucking Rockwell! (321) Various Artists - The Indestructible Beat of Soweto (497) and Lana Del Rey - Norman Fucking Rockwell! (321) Wed, 16 Feb 2022 08:30:36 GMT 59:45 620b9c0fc256960014e7df74 false https://www.apollo-audio.co.uk/podcast 620b9c0fc256960014e7df74 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 the-indestructible-beat-of-soweto-and-norman-f-rockwell Back to the Future and glad that Lana Del Rey exists full 1 10 This week....the greatest album ever to be marketed under the heading “world music,” and and album that Elton John called timeless. We go back to 1985, which only one of us can actually remember IRL, and to 2019 which really seems far to recent to include albums that make it in to a list of the best 500 ever made.


The Apollo Audio studio is also vibrant with the sounds of the Paul Jones Blues Band this week so there is a little bit of musical background to our discussion - plus we've got a very special guest interview with Gavin Thomas - a man who listened to the entire list of 500 albums in just under a year - that's commitment for you!


The Apollo Audio Podcast is recorded at Apollo Audio studios in Hertford and is produced and edited by Martin Lumsden

Froody Productions 2022


Drop us a line at apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> This week....the greatest album ever to be marketed under the heading “world music,” and and album that Elton John called timeless. We go back to 1985, which only one of us can actually remember IRL, and to 2019 which really seems far to recent to include albums that make it in to a list of the best 500 ever made.


The Apollo Audio studio is also vibrant with the sounds of the Paul Jones Blues Band this week so there is a little bit of musical background to our discussion - plus we've got a very special guest interview with Gavin Thomas - a man who listened to the entire list of 500 albums in just under a year - that's commitment for you!


The Apollo Audio Podcast is recorded at Apollo Audio studios in Hertford and is produced and edited by Martin Lumsden

Froody Productions 2022


Drop us a line at apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> Charles Mingus - Mingus Ah Um (380) and The Red Hot Chili Peppers - Californication (286) Charles Mingus - Mingus Ah Um (380) and The Red Hot Chili Peppers - Californication (286) Wed, 09 Feb 2022 08:30:08 GMT 59:54 6202747120fd630013be9dce false https://www.apollo-audio.co.uk/podcast 6202747120fd630013be9dce 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 charles-mingus-and-the-red-hot-chili-peppers Can I have some Chili with my Mingus please full 1 9 Way back to the past and our first visit to the 50's for the first jazz album on our journey so far, plus reminiscing about cd's in the car and pollen counts at Knebworth as we revisit a long time favourite - at least for Billy and Martin.


Every week, we listen to two albums from the Rolling Stone 500 Best Albums of All Time and discuss if we agree they deserve their place. If you've listened too let us know your thoughts and get in touch on social media or drop us a line at apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> Way back to the past and our first visit to the 50's for the first jazz album on our journey so far, plus reminiscing about cd's in the car and pollen counts at Knebworth as we revisit a long time favourite - at least for Billy and Martin.


Every week, we listen to two albums from the Rolling Stone 500 Best Albums of All Time and discuss if we agree they deserve their place. If you've listened too let us know your thoughts and get in touch on social media or drop us a line at apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> De La Soul - 3 Foot High and Rising (103) and The Smashing Pumpkins - Siamese Dream (341) De La Soul - 3 Foot High and Rising (103) and The Smashing Pumpkins - Siamese Dream (341) Wed, 02 Feb 2022 08:30:02 GMT 54:10 61f85923b9a5b30012bbdb41 false https://www.apollo-audio.co.uk 61f85923b9a5b30012bbdb41 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 3-foot-high-and-rising-de-la-soul-103-siamese-dream-the-smas 3 is the Magic Number - of hosts!! full 1 8 In this show we discuss the birth of sampling and the growth of grunge whilst Miles beguiles and hypnotises us with the tale of the most famous 7 notes in musical history...


What do you think of this week's albums - are The Smashing Pumpkins indeed "smashing"? Are you a part of the De La Soul DAISY generation? Get in touch with us at apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> In this show we discuss the birth of sampling and the growth of grunge whilst Miles beguiles and hypnotises us with the tale of the most famous 7 notes in musical history...


What do you think of this week's albums - are The Smashing Pumpkins indeed "smashing"? Are you a part of the De La Soul DAISY generation? Get in touch with us at apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


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The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

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]]> Coldplay - A Rush of Blood to the Head (324) and Outkast - Stankonia (64) Coldplay - A Rush of Blood to the Head (324) and Outkast - Stankonia (64) Wed, 26 Jan 2022 08:30:36 GMT 51:49 61e09bbea344060012654d64 false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/coldplay-and-outkast 61e09bbea344060012654d64 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 coldplay-and-outkast Hello Big Boi! full 1 7 It's the early 2000's and both our artists this week are attempting follow ups to breakthrough albums while also attempting to address relationships against the backdrop of global idealogical conflict. In this week's episode we note the big difference between the status of bands in the UK and the USA and Martin finally remembers to come prepared with the facts.


What do you think of this week's albums - are you delighted Coldplay are giving up soon? Are you hoping for an Outkast comeback? Get in touch with us at apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

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]]> It's the early 2000's and both our artists this week are attempting follow ups to breakthrough albums while also attempting to address relationships against the backdrop of global idealogical conflict. In this week's episode we note the big difference between the status of bands in the UK and the USA and Martin finally remembers to come prepared with the facts.


What do you think of this week's albums - are you delighted Coldplay are giving up soon? Are you hoping for an Outkast comeback? Get in touch with us at apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> Chuck Berry - The Great Twenty-Eight (51) and The Rolling Stones - Aftermath (330) Chuck Berry - The Great Twenty-Eight (51) and The Rolling Stones - Aftermath (330) Wed, 19 Jan 2022 08:30:33 GMT 54:18 61e09885d9b349001354651a false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/chuck-berry-and-the-rolling-stones 61e09885d9b349001354651a 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 chuck-berry-and-the-rolling-stones Should a greatest hits qualify as a best album? full 1 6 Should a greatest hits album qualify and does if work to hear 10 years of releases in a one hour session. And if The Rolling Stones are truly the best rock and roll band of all time, when do they get around to proving it? Fair to say we went in to this week's albums without high expectations and by and large they were met in full.


What do you think - are we just totally failing to understand the work of two music legends. You can get in touch with us at apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> Should a greatest hits album qualify and does if work to hear 10 years of releases in a one hour session. And if The Rolling Stones are truly the best rock and roll band of all time, when do they get around to proving it? Fair to say we went in to this week's albums without high expectations and by and large they were met in full.


What do you think - are we just totally failing to understand the work of two music legends. You can get in touch with us at apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

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]]> Toots and the Maytals - Funky Kingston (344) and Lauryn Hill - The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill (10) Toots and the Maytals - Funky Kingston (344) and Lauryn Hill - The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill (10) Wed, 12 Jan 2022 08:30:13 GMT 54:29 61de028cafa6910012bbb1b6 true https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/toots-and-the-maytals-funky-kingston-344-and-lauryn-hill-the 61de028cafa6910012bbb1b6 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 toots-and-the-maytals-funky-kingston-344-and-lauryn-hill-the Albums from the Rolling Stone 500 Best full 1 5 This week we find ourselves in Jamaica and and once again despite the random selection process we've got two albums that were largely recorded in Kingston Town albeit a quarter of a century apart. We try to figure out if Are Toots and the Maytals the fathers of reggae (or should that title go to UB40!!!) and which came first - reggae or ska. Plus Billy may have found his new favourite album but Martin might not yet be convinced.


Next week...Chuck Berry and The Rolling Stones


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> This week we find ourselves in Jamaica and and once again despite the random selection process we've got two albums that were largely recorded in Kingston Town albeit a quarter of a century apart. We try to figure out if Are Toots and the Maytals the fathers of reggae (or should that title go to UB40!!!) and which came first - reggae or ska. Plus Billy may have found his new favourite album but Martin might not yet be convinced.


Next week...Chuck Berry and The Rolling Stones


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> <![CDATA[Nine Inch Nails - Pretty Hate Machine (453) and Destiny's Child - The Writing's on the Wall (291)]]> Wed, 05 Jan 2022 08:30:00 GMT 40:53 61ba1c129d21480013632c8e false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/nine-inch-nails-and-destinys-child 61ba1c129d21480013632c8e 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 nine-inch-nails-and-destinys-child full 1 4 In this episode, Martin get's the chance to visit an album he actually bought when it first came out and find out if it is as good as he remembered. We also chat about remasters, bonus tracks and why albums got longer in the CD age. Plus, the Destiny's Child breakthrough album featuring vocals from one Beyonce Knowles. Wonder what happened to her?


Join us every week to discover how we got on listening to what Rolling Stone Magazine consider to be the best albums ever made.


Next week... Toots and the Maytals alongside a top 10 album from Lauryn Hill


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> In this episode, Martin get's the chance to visit an album he actually bought when it first came out and find out if it is as good as he remembered. We also chat about remasters, bonus tracks and why albums got longer in the CD age. Plus, the Destiny's Child breakthrough album featuring vocals from one Beyonce Knowles. Wonder what happened to her?


Join us every week to discover how we got on listening to what Rolling Stone Magazine consider to be the best albums ever made.


Next week... Toots and the Maytals alongside a top 10 album from Lauryn Hill


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> <![CDATA[David Bowie - Low (206) and Marvin Gaye - What's Going On (1)]]> Wed, 22 Dec 2021 08:30:23 GMT 53:12 61ba19f66f620a00190723ff false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/david-bowie-low-and-marvin-gaye-whats-going-on 61ba19f66f620a00190723ff 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 david-bowie-low-and-marvin-gaye-whats-going-on full 1 3 It's only week 3 and already our random number selector has decided to throw us straight to the top of the charts, with the classic 1971 album "What's Going On?" from Marvin Gaye. A Motown legend, taking on the new decade with a change of direction that challenged his record label and ended up becoming widely regarded as the best album ever made.

We also got the chance to force Miles in to listening properly to David Bowie for almost the first time, and enjoying the irony that his voice barely appears on the record.


Join us every week to discover how we got on listening to what Rolling Stone Magazine consider to be the best albums ever made.


Next week... Destiny's Child and Nine Inch Nails.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> It's only week 3 and already our random number selector has decided to throw us straight to the top of the charts, with the classic 1971 album "What's Going On?" from Marvin Gaye. A Motown legend, taking on the new decade with a change of direction that challenged his record label and ended up becoming widely regarded as the best album ever made.

We also got the chance to force Miles in to listening properly to David Bowie for almost the first time, and enjoying the irony that his voice barely appears on the record.


Join us every week to discover how we got on listening to what Rolling Stone Magazine consider to be the best albums ever made.


Next week... Destiny's Child and Nine Inch Nails.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> Bon Iver - For Emma Forever Ago (461) and The Sex Pistols - Never Mind the Bollocks... (80) Bon Iver - For Emma Forever Ago (461) and The Sex Pistols - Never Mind the Bollocks... (80) Wed, 15 Dec 2021 08:30:48 GMT 56:00 61afe4ba8a38950013f8ba26 true https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/bon-iver-and-the-sex-pistols 61afe4ba8a38950013f8ba26 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 bon-iver-and-the-sex-pistols full 1 2 This week the random album generator threw up (or perhaps spewed out!) two artists that don't have much in common, apart from both being debuts. Probably fair to say that one of them has had a deeper social and cultural impact, but the Sex Pistols are also referenced occasionally!


What is the correct pronunciation of Bon Iver? Is it a good idea to be afraid of death by bear when songwriting? What is the full title of the Sex Pistols album?


Find out the answers to this and more in The Apollo Audio Podcast. It's not deep, but it is quite interesting.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> This week the random album generator threw up (or perhaps spewed out!) two artists that don't have much in common, apart from both being debuts. Probably fair to say that one of them has had a deeper social and cultural impact, but the Sex Pistols are also referenced occasionally!


What is the correct pronunciation of Bon Iver? Is it a good idea to be afraid of death by bear when songwriting? What is the full title of the Sex Pistols album?


Find out the answers to this and more in The Apollo Audio Podcast. It's not deep, but it is quite interesting.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> Taylor Swift - Red (99) and Kanye West - 808s and Heartbreak (244) Taylor Swift - Red (99) and Kanye West - 808s and Heartbreak (244) Wed, 08 Dec 2021 08:00:22 GMT 38:53 61af9c2a37bdc0001260f8cd true https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/taylor-swift-red-and-kanye-west-808s-and-heartbreak 61af9c2a37bdc0001260f8cd 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 taylor-swift-red-and-kanye-west-808s-and-heartbreak full 1 1 Our random album generator clearly has a sense of humour, pitching us straight in by putting together two artists that historically have a bit of beef but also easing us in gently with artists we are certainly familiar but perhaps not through these albums.


Also by sheer coincidence, these are both artists 4th studio offerings and both declared them as their pop crossovers. Did we agree? Can Billy ever forgive Tay for We are Never Getting Back Together?


Find out in the very first episode of The Apollo Audio Podcast.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> Our random album generator clearly has a sense of humour, pitching us straight in by putting together two artists that historically have a bit of beef but also easing us in gently with artists we are certainly familiar but perhaps not through these albums.


Also by sheer coincidence, these are both artists 4th studio offerings and both declared them as their pop crossovers. Did we agree? Can Billy ever forgive Tay for We are Never Getting Back Together?


Find out in the very first episode of The Apollo Audio Podcast.


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> The Apollo Audio Podcast Trailer The Apollo Audio Podcast Trailer Tue, 07 Dec 2021 18:13:30 GMT 2:08 61afa44af033a800129a78d2 false https://shows.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast/episodes/the-apollo-audio-podcast-trailer 61afa44af033a800129a78d2 61af96a88a38950013f73d12 the-apollo-audio-podcast-trailer What have we let ourselves in for? trailer 1 Join Billy, Martin and Miles on a journey through the 500 best albums ever made. We're going to have to focus...


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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]]> Join Billy, Martin and Miles on a journey through the 500 best albums ever made. We're going to have to focus...


The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by Martin Lumsden (record producer and engineer) and Billy Hills (musician and studio owner), and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.

Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.


📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk

📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast

📧 apolloaudiopod@gmail.com


The Apollo Audio Podcast is Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.

www.froodymusic.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast.

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