For music and pop culture lovers looking for an authentic and light-hearted take on the week in music... with broadcasters and music fanatics Annie Macmanus and...
Doechii, SZA’s Potential Rebrand and Who Picks Music for The Traitors?
As she continues her meteoric rise to fame, Annie and Nick share why Doechii should be your new favourite artist. Elsewhere, The Traitor’s has returned to our screens along with its iconic soundtrack – but who chooses the songs? Plus, we officially have our first Glastonbury headliner for 2025, SZA might be solely making children’s music from now on and Nick’s losing faith in Rihanna ever releasing new music.
Get in touch with Annie and Nick! If you’re over 16, WhatsApp 079700 82700 or email [email protected] MENTIONED: Knock on Wood - Amii Stewart Ready or Not - Fugees, Ms. Lauryn Hill, Wyclef Jean & Pras Smells Like Teen Spirit - Nirvana Marea (we’ve lost dancing) - Fred Again & The Blessed Madonna Father Figure - George Michael Somebody to Love - Queen & George Michael Rockin’ in the Free World - Neil Young The Other Side - SZA, Justin Timberlake DENIAL IS A RIVER - Doechii Nissan Ultima - Doechii Crazy - Doechii Balloon - Tyler, the Creator feat. Doechii MIXTAPE MENTIONED: Alligator Bites Never Heal - Doechii FILMS/TV SHOWS MENTIONED: The Traitors, BBC One George Michael At The BBC, BBC Two Saltburn Babygirl Conclave Earth Mama
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New Year... New Madonna, Glastonbury Predictions and The End of TikTok?
From hotly tipped artists to unmissable live music moments - Annie, Nick and BBC News Correspondent Mark Savage look forward to 2025’s musical offerings, including the return of both Oasis and (hopefully) Madonna. Elsewhere, America is facing a ban on TikTok – but what impact could that have on the wider music industry? Plus, the rise and rise of Doechii, the changing sound of pop music and more Glastonbury predictions.
Get in touch with Annie and Nick! If you’re over 16 WhatsApp 079700 82700 or email [email protected]
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Best Guests of 2024
Annie and Nick reflect on some of their favourite moments with Sidetracked guest co-hosts, from Charli XCX defining Brat for the first time to Robert Smith revealing his genius music filing system. Or what about the time JADE revealed her most awkward onstage crisis? Plus, CMAT’s strong takedown of the Country music industry, SELF ESTEEM’s notes app entries and Kylie’s clubbing stories.
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Sidetracked with Robert Smith
Annie and Nick are joined by Robert Smith to review the year in music. He’s the lead singer of The Cure, one of the UK’s most influential bands ever - they’ve headlined Glastonbury 4 times, sold over 35 million albums, and their 2024 album, Songs of a Lost World, was one of the most talked about records on Sidetracked this year.
2024 was the year of the pop girlies, with Charli XCX and Chappell Roan dominating the charts and the discourse – Annie and Nick ask Robert what he thinks of it all. And the debate around ticket pricing reached boiling point this year after Oasis fans were blindsided by their use of dynamic pricing, who should take responsibility? Plus, Robert talks about releasing new music for the first time in 16 years, shares his real thoughts about that viral clip from the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame red carpet, and reveals his favourite star.
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Sidetracked by Christmas
For Sidetracked’s first ever Christmas party, Annie and Nick are joined by singer SELF ESTEEM, Ezra Collective’s Femi Koleoso, comedian Joanne McNally and BBC Music Correspondent Mark Savage, at their favourite Irish pub.
With the festive season in full swing, Annie and Nick ask their guests why music and Christmas are so intrinsically linked. And although it’s full of joy, why does Christmas music have the power to make people feel devastatingly sad? Plus, Femi plays the piano in public for the very first time, Annie takes on the role of Santa and Joanne talks about her brief time at the top of the Irish music charts.
Get in touch with Annie and Nick! If you’re over 16 WhatsApp 079700 82700 or email [email protected]
For music and pop culture lovers looking for an authentic and light-hearted take on the week in music... with broadcasters and music fanatics Annie Macmanus and Nick Grimshaw.
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