The Silverfox

25 Apr 2017

Synthesizer Heaven

Music, Performing Arts

On the phone from Brooklyn, NY, this week’s guest is iconic synth-pop artist Vince Clarke, keyboard player and songwriter for Depeche Mode, Yazoo and Erasure. Originally from Gillian’s old stomping ground – Essex, the pair share musical memories and discuss how the idea of not working in a factory inspired Vince to get started in music; his work with Alison Moyet (Yazoo) and Andy Bell (Erasure) and why a hit electronic pop single needs a good tune as much as the magic of the studio.  Along the way Gillian plays a selection of his songs: Just Can’t Get Enough, Situation, Don’t Go, Sometime, Love you to the Sky and listener’s choice Oh L’Amour, that showcase his central role in the rise and on-going popularity of synth-pop .

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8 Aug 2017

A True Show Stopper

Arts, LGBTQI, Music, Performing Arts, Radio, Theatre, TV & Film

For the last Silverfox show, Gillian has a very special guest, the fabulous Deborah Ann Byrne (aka Debbie), Singer, Actress, ...

8 Aug 2017

I Like to Get Involved

Arts, LGBTQI, Music, Radio, Theatre

David Moyle is sitting in the chair this week and his guest is Gary Wilson, Actor, Singer, Teacher, Gardener, Fine ...

25 Jul 2017

A Less Transient Life

Arts, Fashion & Beauty, Fitness & Nutrition, Food, LGBTQI

Gillian's guest this week is hospitality legend Stuart McKenzie of South of Johnston Cafe (aka SOJO), co-owner of Hartslane Accommodation and author ...