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S06E25 – Talking James Phillips Blues

In this special episode, Brett sits down to with Michael Cross – director of the new James Phillips documentary “The Fun’s Not Over” to talk about James Phillips, documentary making, the South African music scene of the 1980s and 1990s and a bit of life, the universe and everything. Between chewing the proverbial cud, they manage to play some great records from James’s discography, featuring his solo work and the many bands he was a part of. The interview is an near-essential companion to Michael’s film for anyone who can’t get enough of Mr Cross’s can insights into his subject matter.

This episode features:

  • James Phillips
  • The Cherry Faced Lurchers
  • Bernoldus Niemand & Die Swartgevaar
  • Corporal Punishment
  • Illegal Gathering
  • The Lurchers
  • Chris Letcher
  • Not The Midnight Mass

The film is available to rent online and buy on DVD. See for more details check out

https://www.facebook.com/The-Funs-Not-Over-The-James-Phillips-Story-1934107700238755/

The excellent soundtrack from which we took most of today’s show is available via Bandcamp:

https://jamesphillipsost.bandcamp.com/

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S04E25 – Cross Examining A Rat

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In this special extended show, Brett spends 100 minutes chatting to filmmaker Michael Cross about his latest documentary about iconic South African band, The Radio Rats, his work as a record producer and rock documentarian in South Africa, the state of the industry, constructed narratives and anywhere the conversation takes them. They also play a pile of really great records and have a laugh.

In this episode we feature:

  • Radio Rats
  • James Phillips
  • Syd Kitchen & Madala Kunene
  • Syd Kitchen & The Utensils
  • Arno Carstens
  • Die Lemme
  • Underground Press
  • Scooter’s Union
  • Tananas

We really appreciate your feedback. We’re always open to suggestions and even requests! If you’re a South African musician living or touring internationally, do let us know about your concerts, album releases or tours – we’d love to give you a punt on the show.

Our email address is yesno@tunemewhat.com But most importantly, if you enjoy the show, tell your friends about Tune Me What?! You can find us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TuneMeWhat

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