Bonus Tracks are special episodes where I answer questions and discuss topics suggested by our wonderful listeners. In this installment of Bonus Tracks, I talk about new music, end of decade lists, the trend of short Hip-Hop songs, and more.  You can ask questions or suggest topics by emailing askthreetrackpodcast@gmail.com or tweeting me @GabrielEbulue.

Bonus Tracks are special episodes where I answer questions and discuss topics suggested by our wonderful listeners. In this installment of Bonus Tracks, I talk about underrated love songs, unofficial movie soundtracks, dream podcast guests, and more.  You can ask questions or suggest topics by emailing askthreetrackpodcast@gmail.com or tweeting me @GabrielEbulue.

Bonus Tracks are special episodes where I answer questions and discuss topics suggested by our wonderful listeners. In this installment of Bonus Tracks, I talk about the documentary I made for BBC Radio 4 called Karaoke Rage; an investigation into a karaoke curse in the Philippines, where performances of Frank Sinatra’s 'My Way' have been linked to multiple murders. Listen to it here: Karaoke Rage

Mio is an artist, photographer, and musician. Her Instagram page has blown up in recent years due to her impressive and inventive re-creations of album covers. In this episode, we talk about her deep connection to the music of Elliott Smith, how she started her expansive record collection and much more.

Amanda Litherland is a producer and presenter for BBC Radio 4. In this episode, we talk about growing up on the Isle of Man, her dad's unique taste in music, and a long running joke about an Earth Wind and Fire song.

Track 1 - Joni Mitchell - The Dawntreader  Track 2 - Bombay Bicycle Club - Lights Out Words Gone  Track 3 - Earth Wind and Fire - September 

(All chosen songs can be found on the Three Track Podcast Playlist on Spotify, so listen along and follow for weekly updates)

Sooz Kempner is an award-winning comedian, actor and musician. In this episode, we talk about her love of musical theatre, the legacy of Freddie Mercury and dystopian Blur lyrics.

Track 1 - Stephen Sondheim - No One Is Alone Track 2 - Queen - My Fairy King Track 3 - Blur - The Universal

(All chosen songs can be found on the Three Track Podcast Playlist on Spotify, so listen along and follow for weekly updates)

Bonus Tracks are special episodes where I answer questions and discuss topics suggested by our wonderful listeners. In this installment of Bonus Tracks, I talk about middle-class music festivals, the death of rap beef, and we have a bonus snippet from my chat with comedian and podcaster, Ben Van Der Velde.

You can ask questions or suggest topics by emailing askthreetrackpodcast@gmail.com or tweeting me @GabrielEbulue.

Ben Van Der Velde is a comedian, actor and one half of the Worst Foot Forward Podcast. In this episode, we talk about the virtuosity of Frank Zappa, his love for brass instruments, and the soulful Reggae of Toots and The Maytals.

Track 1 - Frank Zappa - Peaches En Regalia Track 2 - Ben Folds Five – Philosophy Track 3 – Toots & The Maytals - Pressure Drop

Bonus Tracks are special episodes where I answer questions and discuss topics suggested by our wonderful listeners. In this instalment of Bonus Tracks, I name my top 10 albums of the year so far, discuss the XXL Freshman List, and we have a bonus snippet from my chat with comedian and composer, Laurence Owen. 

You can ask questions or suggest topics by emailing askthreetrackpodcast@gmail.com or tweeting me @GabrielEbulue. 

Dan Hancox is a journalist and author who has written for the Guardian, the New Statesman, Dazed & Confused, and more. In this episode, we talk about his book, Inner City Pressure: The Story Of Grime, as well as the fascinating history of pirate radio and the Dubstep scene. 

Track 1 - Southside Allstars - Southside RiddimTrack 2 - Digital Mystikz – Neverland Track 3 - Dizzee Rascal - Slow Your Roll

Nish Kumar is a critically-acclaimed comedian and the host of BBC2's The Mash Report. In this Kendrick Lamar special recorded live at Machynlleth Comedy Festival, we talk about the impact of To Pimp A Butterfly, Kendrick's commercial success, and his awe-inspiring live performances. 

Track 1 - Kendrick Lamar - Sing About Me, I'm Dying of ThirstTrack 2 - Kendrick Lamar - King Kunta  Track 3 Kendrick Lamar – Untitled 03

Bisha K. Ali is a writer and comedian who also co-host's the BBC Radio Four Podcast, Grown-Up Land. In this episode, we talk about unpleasant live music experiences, the lyrics of Rufus Wainwright and the unmatched voice of Nina Simone.  Track 1 - Rufus Wainwright - Go Or Go AheadTrack 2 - Fleetwood Mac - Landslide Track 3 - Nina Simone - I Aint Got No, I Got Life

Ed Gamble is a critically-acclaimed comedian, writer, and actor. In this episode, we talk about the perfect debut album, his love of Heavy Metal and his slight obsession with the band, Clutch. 

Bonus Tracks are special episodes where I answer questions and discuss topics suggested by our wonderful listeners. In this installment of Bonus Tracks, I talk about Father John Misty hate, music blog click-bait, and what band I would see for eternity. 

You can ask questions or suggest topics by emailing askthreetrackpodcast@gmail.com or tweeting me @GabrielEbulue

James Acaster is an award-winning and critically-acclaimed comedian. In this episode, we talk about Joanna Newsom, his history of being in bands, and why 2016 was a great year for music. 

Oliver J is the creator of the YouTube music channel, Deep Cuts. In this episode, we talk about the genius of Aphex Twin, Jeff Buckley's unmatched voice, and his top 5 drummers of all time. 

Felicity Ward is an award-winning and critically acclaimed comedian. In this episode, we talk about our mutual love of the Pixies, unforgettable live experiences, and the art of performance.  Track 1 - Mariah Carey - All I Want For Christmas Is You 

Bonus Tracks are special episodes where I answer questions and discuss topics suggested by our wonderful listeners. In this instalment of Bonus Tracks, I talk about guilty pleasures, if people actually enjoy listening to Death Grips and cancelling Morrissey.

You can ask questions or suggest topics by emailing askthreetrackpodcast@gmail.com or tweeting me @GabrielEbulue

Sarah Bennetto is a stand-up comedian, writer and radio presenter. In this episode, we talk about The Cure, the Australian music scene, and danceable melancholy. 

Track 1 – The Cure – Pictures Of You

Track 2 - Life Without Buildings – Newtown

Track 3 – Arcade Fire - Rebellion (Lies)

(All chosen songs can be found on the Three Track Podcast Playlist on Spotify, so listen along and follow for weekly updates)

Kiri Pritchard-Mclean is a critically-acclaimed comedian and the writer and director for the acclaimed sketch group, Gein's Family Gift Shop. She is also one half of the incredibly popular podcast, All Killa No Filla. In this episode, we talk about her love of The Strokes, Regina Spektor and Soul music. 

Carl Donnelly is an award-winning and critically-acclaimed comedian. In this episode, we talk about ambient music, The Pogues, and the underrated greatness of Andrew W.K.'s debut album. 

Track 1 - Brian Eno - An Ending (Ascent)

Track 2 - Martin Simpson - Kits Tun/ When A Knight Won His Spurs

Track 3 - The Pogues - Sally Maclennane 

(All chosen songs can be found on the Three Track Podcast Playlist on Spotify, so listen along and follow for weekly updates)

Sunil Patel is a stand-up comedian and actor. In this episode, we talk about Kanye West's influence on Hip-Hop, the genius of J Dilla, and underrated MCs. 

Bonus Tracks are special episodes where I answer questions and discuss topics suggested by our wonderful listeners. In this instalment of Bonus Tracks, I talk about the best record stores in London, record labels becoming obsolete, and I compile a supergroup of dead rock stars.

You can ask questions or suggest topics by emailing askthreetrackpodcast@gmail.com or tweeting me @GabrielEbulue

Jamali Maddix is an award-winning stand-up comedian and creator of the critically acclaimed documentary series, Hate Thy Neighbour. In this live episode, we talk about MF DOOM, Kool Keith and the honesty in Mike Skinner's lyrics.

Track 1 – Kool Keith (FT. MF DOOM) – Super Hero  

Track 2 – Captain Murphy (FT. Earl Sweatshirt & Viktor Vaughn) – Between Villians

Track 3 – The Streets – Could Well Be In

(All chosen songs can be found on the Three Track Podcast Playlist on Spotify, so listen along and follow for weekly updates) 

Nick Helm is an award-winning and critically-acclaimed comedian. In this live episode, we talk in-depth about his love for Alice Cooper, movie soundtracks, and AC/DC.

Track 1- Neiked (feat. Dyo) – Sexual

Track 2 – Alice Cooper – I Never Cry

Track 3 – Gowan – Moonlight Desires

(All chosen songs can be found on the Three Track Podcast Playlist on Spotify, so listen along and follow for weekly updates)

Bonus Tracks are special episodes where I answer questions and discuss topics suggested by our wonderful listeners. In this instalment of Bonus Tracks, I talk about why your family will make Christmas awful, my top 10 albums of 2017, and I answer a couple quick-fire questions.

You can ask questions or suggest topics by emailing askthreetrackpodcast@gmail.com or tweeting me @GabrielEbulue

Rachel Fairburn is a comedian and one half of the incredibly popular podcast, All Killa No Filla. In this episode, we talk about her love/obsession with Oasis, the swingin' sixties and idolising rock stars. 

Track 1 – The Kinks – Waterloo Sunset 

Track 2 – The Stereophonics – Local Boy In The Photograph

Track 3 – Oasis – Live Forever 

(All chosen songs can be found on the Three Track Podcast Playlist on Spotify, so listen along and follow for weekly updates) 

Adam Kay is an award-winning writer and comedian. His debut best-selling book, This is Going to Hurt was awarded Blackwell's Debut Book Of The Year 2017. In this episode, we talk about our obsessive consumption of music, playing the piano, and Kirsty MacColl. 

Track 1 - Kirsty MacColl – Days

Track 2 – Dr John - Accentuate The Positive

Track 3 – Tom Lehrer - We Will All Go Together When We Go

(All chosen songs can be found on the Three Track Podcast Playlist on Spotify, so listen along and follow for weekly updates)

Phil Ellis is an award-winning comedian who has appeared on shows such as The Russell Howard Hour. In this episode, we talk about his slight obsession with Oasis, discovering The Beatles, and his love of ambient rain music. 

Track 1 - Oasis – Rockin Chair

Track 2 – The Beatles – Don't Let Me Down

Track 3 – Labi Siffre - Crying Laughing, Living Crying

(All chosen songs can be found on the Three Track Podcast Playlist on Spotify, so listen along and follow for weekly updates) 

Laura Barton is a writer and music journalist. In this episode, we talk about the correlation between music and writing, the genius of Van Morrison, and Gospel Music.

Track 1 - Sir John Betjeman - Myfanwy & Myfanwy at Oxford

Track 2 - Van Morrisson - You Know What They're Writing About

Track 3 - Mica Levi – Love

(All chosen songs can be found on the Three Track Podcast Playlist on Spotify, so listen along and follow for weekly updates) 

Bonus Tracks are special episodes where I answer questions and discuss topics suggested by our wonderful listeners. On the debut episode of Bonus Tracks, I talk about my favourite music venues, the best and worst albums of the year, and music documentaries.

You can ask questions or suggest topics by emailing askthreetrackpodcast@gmail.com or tweeting me @GabrielEbulue.

After a week off we are back with brilliant comedian and writer Stephanie Laing. In this episode, we talk about the connections between love and music, the non-existence of guilty pleasures, and finding joy in sad songs. 

Track 1 – Chesney Hawkes – The One and Only

Track 2 - John Martyn – Head and Heart

Track 3 – Mother Mother – Ghosting

(All chosen songs can be found on the Three Track Podcast Playlist on Spotify, so listen along and follow for weekly updates) 

David Laurie is a writer and founder of Something In Construction Records. In this episode, we talk about Beyoncé, our love for David Bowie, and the current state of the music industry.

Track 1 - Beyoncé - Daddy Lessons

Track 2 - The Specials - Ghost Town

Track 3 - David Bowie - Love is Lost (Hello Steve Reich Mix by James Murphy)

(All chosen songs can be found on the Three Track Podcast Playlist on Spotify, so listen along and follow for weekly updates)

Joe Jacobs is a stand-up comedian and rapper. In this episode, we talk about how he got started in music, our mutual love for Sleaford Mods, and Joe defends the Crash Test Dummies.

Track 1 – The Streets – Turn The Page

Track 2 – Crash Test Dummies – Mmm Mmm Mmm Mmm

Track 3 – Boards Of Canada – New Seeds

(All chosen songs can be found on the Three Track Podcast Playlist on Spotify, so listen along and follow for weekly updates)

Ed Night is a critically-acclaimed comedian whose debut fringe show was nominated for Best Newcomer at 2017's Edinburgh Festival. In this episode, we talk about old school Hip-Hop vs the new generation of rappers as well as Irish music, Jazz and the Blues.

Track 1 - Joey Bada$$ - Waves

Track 2 - Bing Crosby - Galway Bay

Track 3 - Tempa T - Next Hype

(All chosen songs can be found on the Three Track Podcast Playlist on Spotify, so listen along and follow for weekly updates)

Micheal Hann is a freelance writer, and former music editor of the Guardian. In this episode we talk about his slight obsession with The Hold Steady, finding Bruce Sprinsteen in middle age, and the C86 scene. 

Track 1 - The Modern Lovers - Roadrunner

Track 2 - The Hold Steady - Charlemagne in Sweatpants

Track 3 - Fred Neil - The Dolphins

(All chosen songs can be found on the Three Track Podcast Playlist on Spotify, so listen along and follow for weekly updates)

Robin Ince is a critically-acclaimed and award-winning comedian, writer, and actor. He is also the presenter of the popular radio show, The Infinite Monkey Cage, which he co-hosts with physicist Brian Cox. In this episode we talk about all things Nick Cave as well as the importance of record stores and live music. 

Track 1 – Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds – The Mercy Seat

Track 2 – Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds – The Sorrowful Wife

Track 3 – Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds – We No Who U R (All chosen songs can be found on the Three Track Podcast Playlist on Spotify, so listen along and follow for weekly updates)

Gemma Cairney is a DJ, broadcaster, and writer, who has presented award-winning radio shows and music documentaries for the BBC. In this episode we talk about her love for Erykah Badu, the extraordinary voice of Amy Winehouse, and the awesomeness of Calypso Rose.

Track 1 – Erykah Badu – Next Lifetime

Track 2 – Amy Winehouse – Fuck Me Pumps

Track 3 – Calypso Rose – Leave Me Alone

(All chosen songs can be found on the Three Track Podcast Playlist on Spotify, so listen along and follow for weekly updates)

Sam Ashurst is a filmmaker, journalist, and co-host of the Arrow Films Video Podcast. In this episode we talk about our favourite movie soundtracks, his undying love of Hip-Hop. and his short-lived Indie music career.

Track 1 - Subnation – Scottie

Track 2 - Eric B & Rakim - Juice (Know The Ledge)

Track 3 - Les Savy Fav - Hold On To Your Genre

(All chosen songs can be found on the Three Track Podcast Playlist on Spotify, so listen along and follow for weekly updates)

Jeffrey Boakye is a writer and teacher. His book, Hold Tight: Black Masculinity, Millennials & the Meaning of Grime is about being black, British and born after 1980. It also celebrates over fifty key songs that make up Grime’s DNA. In this episode we talk about the importance of Hip-Hop, Bossa Nova and of course, Grime music.

Track 1 - Carlos Jobim - Aguas de Marco Track 2 - Cut Chemist - Lesson 6 The Lecture Track 3 – Giggs - Talking da Hardest

(All chosen songs can be found on the Three Track Podcast Playlist on Spotify, so listen along and follow for weekly updates)

Alex Petropoulos is a comedian, musician and deputy editor of Songlines magazine. In this episode we talk about her love of World Music, Paul Simon's Graceland, and growing up in a musical household.

Track 1 - Bokanté - Jou Ké Ouvè

Track 2 - Paul Simon – Diamonds on the Soles of Her Shoes

Track 3 - Calypso Rose – Abatina

(All chosen songs can be found on the Three Track Podcast Playlist on Spotify, so listen along and follow for weekly updates)

Marc Burrows is a writer, comedian and musician. In this episode we talk about all things The Fall, from the the genius and insanity of Mark E Smith, to the constantly changing line-up, as well as Marc's unique journey to becoming obsessed with the group. 

Track 1 – The Fall – Bingo Master's Breakout

Track 2 – The Fall – Bill Is Dead

Track 3 – The Fall – Touch Sensitive

(All chosen songs can be found on the Three Track Podcast Playlist on Spotify, so listen along and follow for weekly updates)

John Doran is the co-founder and editor of The Quietus website and has written for the BBC, the Guardian, The WIRE, Metal Hammer, The Stool Pigeon, VICE and many others. He is also an occasional broadcaster for NOISEY and BBC TV and radio. In this episode we talk about Middle Eastern music, the state of music journalism, and his memoir, The Jolly Lad.

Track 1- Aphrodite's Child - Four Horsemen

Track 2- David Bowie – Stay

Track 3- Marlena Shaw - California Soul

(All chosen songs can be found on the Three Track Podcast Playlist on Spotify, so listen along and follow for weekly updates)

Jeanette Leech is a writer, researcher, DJ, and music historian who contributes regularly to magazines including fRoots and Shindig!. In this episode we talk about her latest book, Fearless: The Making Of Post-Rock, Acid folk, and her love of R&B group TLC.

Track 1 - Bark Psychosis – Big Shot

Track 2 – Shirley Collins & Davy Graham – Hares On The Mountain

Track 3 – TLC – No Scrubs

(All chosen songs can be found on the Three Track Podcast Playlist on Spotify, so listen along and follow for weekly updates)

Shaun Keaveny is a broadcaster who presents the breakfast show on BBC Radio 6 Music. In this episode we talk about perfect pop songs, his band Mosque, and he tells a brilliant story about an eventful afternoon at the Hard Rock Cafe. Track 1- Elton John & Kiki Dee – Don't Go Breaking My Heart Track 2- Stevie Wonder - Overjoyed Track 3- Jimi Hendrix – Lover Man (Live At Berkely)

(All chosen songs can be found on the Three Track Podcast Playlist on Spotify, so listen along and follow for weekly updates)

Joe Wells is a critically-acclaimed writer and comedian who has written for Have I Got News For You and The Revolution Will Be Televised. In this episode we talk about Bikini Kill, masculinity in music, and his teenage obsession with Marilyn Manson.

Track 1 - Bikini Kill - Liar

Track 2- Mount Eerie - Swims

Track 3 - EELS - My Beloved Monster

(All chosen songs can be found on the Three Track Podcast Playlist on Spotify, so listen along and follow for weekly updates)