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Listen "S3 Ep13: Long Blondes interview: Triumphs and tragedy with '00s indie's biggest outsiders (Series 3, Episode 13)"
Episode Synopsis
The Long Blondes were one of the most important indie groups of the '00s - great tunes, whip-smart lyrics filled with endless Easter eggs for eagle-eyed listeners and a fashion sense which inspired a generation of music fans.
However, the triumphs of their brilliant albums 'Someone To Drive You Home' and '"Couples'" were followed by the tragedy of guitarist Dorian Cox's stroke in 2008, splitting the band at a point they were heading for a new level of success.
Now thankfully recovered, Dorian joins us on the show to look back on the band's highs and lows. It's an in-depth chat where no punches are pulled, punctuated by Dorian's legendary wit and wisdom.
Elsewhere on the episode, Rick and Sarah mourn the loss of Daft Punk after the electro-pop Godheads retired from music last week - and debate whether you really can dance to their 2005 classic 'Robot Rock'.
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However, the triumphs of their brilliant albums 'Someone To Drive You Home' and '"Couples'" were followed by the tragedy of guitarist Dorian Cox's stroke in 2008, splitting the band at a point they were heading for a new level of success.
Now thankfully recovered, Dorian joins us on the show to look back on the band's highs and lows. It's an in-depth chat where no punches are pulled, punctuated by Dorian's legendary wit and wisdom.
Elsewhere on the episode, Rick and Sarah mourn the loss of Daft Punk after the electro-pop Godheads retired from music last week - and debate whether you really can dance to their 2005 classic 'Robot Rock'.
Get in touch with Demo Tapes on: [email protected]
Follow us on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/demotapespod
And Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/demotapespod/
If you really must, our personal Twitter handles are:
https://twitter.com/rick_j_martin
https://twitter.com/imsarahjanekemp
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