The Backstage Podcast from Radio Nova

Ben Bridwell of Band of Horses chats to Sinéad Ní Mhórdha on BACKSTAGE

Ben Bridwell – frontman of Band of Horses talk to Sinéad about the brand new record ‘Why Are You OK’ and on why he swapped seclusion for the family home when working on the album.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Frontman of The Stranglers, Hugh Cornwell joins Sinéad Ní Mhórdha on BACKSTAGE

Taking to the stage at Whelan’s this Sunday, Hugh Cornwell will reveal how The Stranglers suddenly found themselves as part of the punk movement, on working the the legendary Steve Albini and on how accidents are central to the music process.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Courtney Taylor-Taylor of The Dandy Warhols chats with Sinead Ní Mhórdha on BACKSTAGE

Countney Taylor-Taylor of The Dandy Warhols will be chatting to Sinéad on how Joe Strummer complimented the band on how David Bowie believed them too outrageous!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Bootleg Beach Boys join Sinéad Ní Mhórdha on BACKSTAGE

As ‘Pet Sounds’ – one of music’s most important recordings of all time turns 50 this week, Sinéad is joined in studio by The Bootleg Beach Boys performing a track from The Beach Boy’s iconic 1966 album.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Van and Bondy from Catfish and The Bottlemen chat to Sinéad Ní Mhórdha on BACKSTAGE

Van and Bondy from Catfish and The Bottlemen join Sinéad in studio to talk about their Irish welcome at The Olympia Theatre Monday night (May 16th).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sinéad Ní Mhórdha shares some clips and songs from Eric Clapton on BACKSTAGE

The three-time inductee to the Rock and Roll Hall of solo artists and former member of Yardbirds and Cream, Eric Clapton has a new album called ‘I Still Do’ coming out on May 20th.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Miles Kane of The Last Shadow Puppets chats with Sinéad Ní Mhórdha on BACKSTAGE

Ahead of their three shows in Dublin this month, Miles Kane joins Sinéad on BACKSTAGE to talk about their new album ‘Everything You’ve Come To Expect’ which has rocketed to the top of the album charts. He also reveals how the popular TV series The Sopranos has influenced the duo.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Cooper Clarke chats to Sinéad Ní Mhórdha on BACKSTAGE

Sinéad is joined by the poet, movie star, rock star and comedian who has shared the stage with bands such as Sex Pistols, The Fall + The Buzzcocks… John Cooper Clarke is on BACKSTAGE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kula Shaker join Sinéad Ní Mhórdha on BACKSTAGE

Kula Shaker takes us on a nostalgia trip when they chat about the 20th anniversary of their No. 1 debut album ‘K. They also give an acoustic performance of their well know song ‘Hush’.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Damian O’Neill of The Undertones chats to Sinéad Ní Mhórdha on BACKSTAGE

Sinéad chats to Damien O’Neill of legendary Derry punk act The Undertones who this year are celebrating their 40th anniversary.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.