Author Graeme Thomson on the Engigmatic Kate Bush

Author Graeme Thomson on the Engigmatic Kate Bush

Author: WPKN, Jim Motavalli November 8, 2024 Duration: 21:49

British author Graeme Thomson talks about the flamboyant but also press-shy superstar Kate Bush, the subject of the recent update of his incisive biography of her.  


Tune into The Jim Motavalli Interview Podcast for a deep and engaging archive of conversations pulled from the airwaves of WPKN. Hosted by Jim Motavalli, this series moves beyond simple Q&A, offering a curated space where the voices of artists and influential figures from various fields are given room to breathe and reflect. You'll hear a compelling mix of recent discussions and carefully selected archival material, each episode serving as a time capsule of creative thought and cultural insight. The focus here is on genuine dialogue, whether Jim is speaking with a musician about their process or a thinker about their work, capturing the stories of movers and shakers in their own words. This podcast thrives on the depth and authenticity of these encounters, building a library of interviews that feel both immediate and timeless. Listen for thoughtful, meandering conversations that often uncover unexpected connections and personal histories, all guided by Jim's experienced and curious approach. It's a collection built for anyone interested in the people behind the art and the ideas that shape our world.
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Duration: 31:55
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Robbie Fulks Talks About Life [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:49
Robbie Fulks is a native North Carolinian who has bluegrass and country as a default position, but also revels in many other musical styles. A stint at Columbia University in New York probably helped broaden his world vi…
The Country Blues of Ireland's Murieann Bradley [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:37
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Lab Dog: Melanie Kaplan's Book on Using Canines in Medical Research [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:21
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The Musical Alchemy of Iron & Wine [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 17:10
Jim Motavalli talked to Sam Beam, a/k/a Iron & Wine, a master of brilliant, hushed Americana music and a collaborator par excellence (particularly with amazing women). In the interview, we talk about Beam's work with Fio…
Alex Manos [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:25
Alex Manos says he's the country's number one buyer of classic cars. He buys European and American cars nationwide, and would love to talk about buying your old vehicle.
Two Crows for Comfort Comes Close [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:12
Two Crows for Comfort is a Canadian folk and Americana duo based out of Manitoba, composed of Erin Corbin and Cory Sulyma. Known for their rich harmonies and poignant storytelling, they have been a full-time touring act…
Emily Masser: The Jazz is in the Family [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:29
British jazz singer Emily Masser is only 21, but shows a mature command of her art, inspired by her saxophonist father, Dean Masser. Pianist Horace Silver wrote the beautiful "Song For My Father," but Masser made a whole…
John Gennari: In the Jazz Barn [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:35
John Gennari's profusely illustrated book The Jazz Barn (Brandeis University Press) traces the history of a short-lived but vital institution in the history of music. Music Inn, in Lenox, Massachusetts near Tanglewood, t…
Frander: Trad Folk Meets Progressive Rock in This Swedish Swirl [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:50
Encountered recently at the Scandinavian Club in Fairfield, Connecticut, Sweden's Frander combines roots in traditional Swedish folk with an ear to progressive rock--but all with acoustic instruments.