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“It’s very rare to stumble across something as special as 80sography, but I’m glad that I did. The host is knowledgable, funny and has an obvious love of great music. It’s impressive how he gets to talk to so many 80’s icons, puts them at ease, and gets them to reveal so many secrets from the...”Read full review »
mecartman69 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/09/24
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“I enjoy the interviews, but the sound quality on some of them is so bad they’re unlistenable.”
Cheezhaus via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/24/24
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“As a music industry veteran and someone who has worked with many of the artists being discussed in this podcast through the decades, it was an excellent surprise to have "80sography" appear in my feed recently. I'm six episodes in and can't wait to explore the rest! Mark is a...”Read full review »
TransmissionDJ via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/07/23
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“Great content spoiled by the host mumbling and talking too fast plus too much music in the background when people are talking. Less is more!”
Fore! via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
11/13/23
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“I am one of the voices in the podcast (the silly one )”
Craigs bald head via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/06/23
“Just look at the list of people interviewed and the length of the interviews and that should tell you how great this podcast is.
Everything that you could every want to know is covered. I’ve listened to too many music production podcasts, most are crap, this one is the best. I hope it keeps going...”Read full review »
jammybastard via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/24/23
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“Incredible podcast. Really enjoying all the interviews with people I’ve never heard talk before. Asking all those questions about royalties,touring,album credits is really refreshing and love the knowledge of the interviewer. Keep up the funny snippets…. Can’t wait to listen to the rest of the...”Read full review »
tracyhh via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/14/23
“Thanks for all the research you put into this series of podcasts. It’s a great holistic look at the entire music industry. Well done, sir !”
Tom3putt via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/19/23
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“There are a number of TFF interviews/documentaries that give only slight insights into all things TFF (Classic Albums - Songs From The Big Chair, etc.) Anyway, I was reading up on Ian (Wiki) and learned of Mancrab - Fish For Life. In the YouTube comments someone recommended this podcast - and...”Read full review »
RoyHarrell via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/25/23
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“I love 80s music, but to be honest I think this podcast just gets music interviews and music discussion right regardless of the era. Some absolute gems here with producers opening up with some really candid stories about some classic albums. Highly recommended gem.”
Dan_E_T via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/07/23
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“I’m always on the hunt for 80’s music content, the kind aimed at true believers who know the surface level stories. These deep dives are captivating.”
Never Let Me Down Again via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/06/22
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“Thanks for this show, really entertaining on all fronts and the Nigel Planer episode is just joyous”
Lastparty via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/23/22
“I originally found Mark’s podcast by trying to find any interviews with the notoriously quiet Ian Stanley. From here I just worked my way backwards and forwards through all of the other episodes. This turned out to be my podcast of the summer! Mark is at his best when he uses his encyclopaedic...”Read full review »
Cattledog7 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/08/22
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“One of my favourite music podcasts. Always look forward to them.
André (from Canada)”
Andre from Canada via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
08/31/22
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“Yet another highly entertaining show. It’s hard to do actual work while listening to such an enjoyable podcast. Mark nails it every time with such wonderful research and truly inspiring guests.”
julesabrit via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/24/22
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“Probably my favourite pod for the really deep dives on so many of my favourite 80s bands. Getting the Engineer’s and producer’s perspective has made me rediscover so many classic albums by listening with a fresh perspective. A must listen!”
Uncle Rickie ⚓️🇨🇦😎 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
08/11/22
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“Great behind the scenes honest interviews about the shaping the music I spent so much time listening to back in the day. 11/10.”
Iamnotthestig via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/31/22
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“Lovingly researched, curated and edited. And what a roll call of amazing guests. Full of great facts and anecdotes. Thanks so much for producing this.”
We Are ok via Apple Podcasts ·
Netherlands ·
06/23/22
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“I discovered these podcasts after stumbling across 80sography on Twitter while discussing the new Tears For Fears album. The Tears For Fears podcasts and interviews are a must for any Tears For Fears fan, even if you already know a lot about that period. I will eventually work through the whole...”Read full review »
lrwebbmac via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/06/22
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“I don’t know why I used this title. First iTunes review in years. This is great, he’s not afraid to ask the questions you’re thinking of asking yourself. Viva la 80s. Keep on keeping on. I don’t know what that means, either.”
Angry Postman via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/07/22
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“The TFF’s series has been just incredible. Love the time and effort put into each show. Thank you.”
Julesab7 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/06/21
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“Growing up in the 80s was a musical revelation. It had everything and I am always quietly pleased that the decade was much maligned in the following decades. It is nigh on 40 years on that the gems of that decade are being re-evalued. 80sography is undoubtedly my podcast find since the pandemic...”Read full review »
DeanDST via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
09/25/21
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“I absolutely love these podcasts. So well done and the content is superb! I binged around 3/4 in one day/eveing, wonderful content and some great guests. Please please please keep up the great work. Can't wait for future episodes. Much prefer listening to your hard work and research than...”Read full review »
Made In Scotland 80's via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
09/13/21
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“Genuine, humorous and honest interview/ banter with the architects of eighties music. Fascinating insights into the work ethics and the business side of things. Highly recommended!”
Tomás Mulcahy via Apple Podcasts ·
Ireland ·
09/12/21
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“Just discovered this, in depth tears for fears interviews with so much fascinating new information about the greatest band of the 80s. He asks all the questions true fans want to know. Thanks for brightening up my evenings with your excellent work, please try and get orzabal or smith, I would...”Read full review »
Spikecricket via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
09/09/21
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“Excellent series covering a wide variety of acts and personalities. Some hidden gems too that have given new (to me) music to hear. Looking forward to hearing more.”
Shutts66 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/14/21
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“This is an absolutely amazing podcast for those who want the stories behind their favourite 80’s pop/rock stars; musicians; producers & albums.
Straight from the main players, you get technical notes, studio stories and reminiscing on what went down.
Particularly recommended are the...”Read full review »
Johnwyn Rich via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/24/21
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“Thank you for making this. Loved the interviews and thoroughly enjoyed listening. Learned things I did not know about tff!”
Aguncrxnj via Apple Podcasts ·
Netherlands ·
04/26/21
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“Loving this insightful and funny TFF podcasts/ interviews. Thank you!!”
FFX.TFF via Apple Podcasts ·
Netherlands ·
04/18/21
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“Came across this from a Twitter comment regarding Ian Stanley and The Human League.So glad I did, I wasn’t really a fan of TFF as a kid as I found them a bit serious,but love them now and find their career fascinating.The inside interviews are really well executed and you seem to get the best out...”Read full review »
Oktopus72 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/16/21
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“These podcasts are great fun with well researched in-depth insights into the music & the background behind it.
These podcasts are a must
The best music podcasts that anyone could ever listen to.
What more can I say .....”
Superpilotnicks3939 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/13/21
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“Being a big admirer of both Elton and TFF I was excited to listen to this podcast, unfortunately, the scattergun attempt at humour (WHY?!) coupled with the hosts almost inaudible at times commentary fails miserably.
It’s clear the research has been done to a forensic degree, no complaints here...”Read full review »
InternationalObserver via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/04/21
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“Excellent interviews with some of the guys and girl involved with making early TFF albums.
Clearly a big fan of TFF himself he asks the questions fans want to hear... hes digging for the gossip
I could personally do without the ranting over a bad review, and all the sound bite grenades. But its...”Read full review »
Lee7207 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/24/21
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“The author/editor’s attempts at “humor” are so appallingly bad, they should be ashamed. And, sadly, there’s a lot of it. I couldn’t get past the first TFF episode.”
samwisefan via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/18/21
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“Ugh.... I’ve tried three episodes of this podcast, and it’s just a nightmare to get through. It’s RAMMED with jarringly idiotic puns, wacky clips and childish humour. And not in a good way.”
aaautobahn via Apple Podcasts ·
Ireland ·
02/03/21
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“Covering some of the albums I particularly love and offering a valuable insight into how that work came about. Great access to some of the knob-twiddlers on some of those albums we've had for years. This is the kind of original podcast we just don't see enough of.
Has a very good host,...”Read full review »
Low on credit via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/19/21
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“A fair critic and astute observer of the most detailed aspects of songs and artists covered. As a Tears for Fears fan it has been a joy to listen to this.
Looking forward to more artists being covered.”
a fortiori via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/23/20
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“It took me just a bit to warmup to the rhythm of the show but enjoy them very much especially since I am a big TFF fan. It is obvious these can’t be quick to produce but please keep them coming! Thanks.”
JFGRunner via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/13/20
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“Super amazing podcast with the best host!! Highly highly recommend!”
mommalabs via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/19/20
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“I downloaded and binge-listened to the first “Season” - the 80s albums of Elton John - and have gotta say that I love this Podcast SO much!
On one level you get sensible, interesting, informative commentary of the Albums - although I consider myself an Elton fan and thought I knew a lot about...”Read full review »
sstevens_99 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/07/20
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“Where do I even begin?
This is one of the funnest podcasts I’ve heard in a long while. I feel like I’m listening to an audio version of the kind of punk rock documentaries I used to devour when I was in my teens and early 20s. It’s beautifully edited, and the sound bites the host chooses to...”Read full review »
Steff_17 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/30/20
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“Mark (and co.) does a fantastic job of deconstructing the 80s classics with a refreshing and very entertaining sense of tongue in cheek. I tried to listen while multitasking, but found this podcast too interesting to be granted only part of my attention. Very entertaining!”
davidabidoo via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/12/19
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“Great dive into Elton!! Funny and some lovely little things dropped in”
seltosep via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/12/19
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“Great concept and a good balance between information and laughs. Will look forward to hearing more episodes in the future”
Pavo singslive via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/07/19
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