Listen "Alex Kapranos' musical friendship songs"
Episode Synopsis
Alex Kapranos is a Scottish national treasure. As lead singer of Franz Ferdinand, his frontman swagger has kept us dancing for more than a decade. As an interviewee, he’s an absolute delight; always generous, curious and charming every time he joins you behind the mic. On his most recent visit to Australia with his band, I knew he’d make the perfect Take 5 guest. And when I gave him the theme “musical friendships”, I imagined he’d explore great collaborations and connections he’s made over his years in music. But Alex offered something far more personal, and along the way introduced us all to the songs and relationships that have made a big impact on him. This is a special conversation about music, heart, curiosity and lifelong bonds.Magnetic Fields – ‘Luckiest Guy on the Lower East Side’Gina X - ‘No GDM’Fleetwood Mac - ‘Oh Well’Bunny Brown - ‘Fat Boy’Prodigy - ‘Firestarter’
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