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BBC Sounds

For music and pop culture lovers looking for an authentic and light-hearted take on the week in music... with broadcasters and music fanatics Annie Macmanus and Nick Grimshaw.

Sidetracked with Annie and Nick

For Sidetracked’s first ever Christmas party, Annie and Nick are joined by singer SELF ESTEEM, Ezra Collective’s Femi Koleoso, comedian Joanne McNally and BBC Music Correspondent Mark Savage, at their favourite Irish pub.
 
With the festive season in full swing, Annie and Nick ask their guests why music and Christmas are so intrinsically linked. And although it’s full of joy, why does Christmas music have the power to make people feel devastatingly sad? Plus, Femi plays the piano in public for the very first time, Annie takes on the role of Santa and Joanne talks about her brief time at the top of the Irish music charts.
 
Get in touch with Annie and Nick! If you’re over 16 WhatsApp 079700 82700 or email sidetracked@bbc.co.uk

Sidetracked by Christmas

Annie and Nick are joined by Robert Smith to review the year in music. He’s the lead singer of The Cure, one of the UK’s most influential bands ever - they’ve headlined Glastonbury 4 times, sold over 35 million albums, and their 2024 album, Songs of a Lost World, was one of the most talked about records on Sidetracked this year. 
 
2024 was the year of the pop girlies, with Charli XCX and Chappell Roan dominating the charts and the discourse – Annie and Nick ask Robert what he thinks of it all. And the debate around ticket pricing reached boiling point this year after Oasis fans were blindsided by their use of dynamic pricing, who should take responsibility? Plus, Robert talks about releasing new music for the first time in 16 years, shares his real thoughts about that viral clip from the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame red carpet, and reveals his favourite star. 
 
Get in touch with Annie and Nick! If you’re over 16 WhatsApp 079700 82700 or email sidetracked@bbc.co.uk

Sidetracked with Robert Smith

Annie and Nick reflect on some of their favourite moments with Sidetracked guest co-hosts, from Charli XCX defining Brat for the first time to Robert Smith revealing his genius music filing system. Or what about the time JADE revealed her most awkward onstage crisis? Plus, CMAT’s strong takedown of the Country music industry, SELF ESTEEM’s notes app entries and Kylie’s clubbing stories.
 
Get in touch with Annie and Nick! If you’re over 16 WhatsApp 079700 82700 or email sidetracked@bbc.co.uk

Best Guests of 2024

From hotly tipped artists to unmissable live music moments - Annie, Nick and BBC News Correspondent Mark Savage look forward to 2025’s musical offerings, including the return of both Oasis and (hopefully) Madonna. Elsewhere, America is facing a ban on TikTok – but what impact could that have on the wider music industry? Plus, the rise and rise of Doechii, the changing sound of pop music and more Glastonbury predictions. 
 
Get in touch with Annie and Nick! If you’re over 16 WhatsApp 079700 82700 or email sidetracked@bbc.co.uk

New Year... New Madonna, Glastonbury Predictions and The End of TikTok?

As she continues her meteoric rise to fame, Annie and Nick share why Doechii should be your new favourite artist. Elsewhere, The Traitor’s has returned to our screens along with its iconic soundtrack – but who chooses the songs? Plus, we officially have our first Glastonbury headliner for 2025, SZA might be solely making children’s music from now on and Nick’s losing faith in Rihanna ever releasing new music.
 
Get in touch with Annie and Nick! If you’re over 16, WhatsApp 079700 82700 or email sidetracked@bbc.co.uk

SONGS MENTIONED: 

Knock on Wood - Amii Stewart 

Ready or Not - Fugees, Ms. Lauryn Hill, Wyclef Jean & Pras 

Smells Like Teen Spirit - Nirvana 

Marea (we’ve lost dancing) - Fred Again & The Blessed Madonna 

Father Figure - George Michael 

Somebody to Love - Queen & George Michael 

Rockin’ in the Free World - Neil Young 

The Other Side - SZA, Justin Timberlake 

DENIAL IS A RIVER - Doechii 

Nissan Ultima - Doechii 

Crazy - Doechii 

Balloon - Tyler, the Creator feat. Doechii 

MIXTAPE MENTIONED: 

Alligator Bites Never Heal - Doechii 

FILMS/TV SHOWS MENTIONED: 

The Traitors, BBC One 

George Michael At The BBC, BBC Two 

Saltburn 

Babygirl 

Conclave 

Earth Mama

Doechii, SZA’s Potential Rebrand and Who Picks Music for The Traitors?

Ever wondered how the songs are picked to soundtrack your favourite television shows? Music supervisor, Ciara Elwis, joins Annie and Nick to talk about working with PJ Harvey, curating endless playlists and the lengths she’s gone to to get a song cleared. Elsewhere, it’s been a good week for new music - Ethel Cain’s new album has prompted both confusion and admiration while Bad Bunny’s has made the whole world cry. Plus, Mac Miller has a new posthumous release, the government are proposing a cap on the cost of resale tickets and TikTok is being banned in America – but what does it mean for the music industry?
 
Get in touch with Annie and Nick! If you’re over 16, WhatsApp 079700 82700 or email sidetracked@bbc.co.uk 
 
 
SONGS: 

Patrick Hernandez - Born To Be Alive 

JADE – IT girl 

Shygirl – F*Me 

Celeste – Everyday 

Joy Crookes / Vince Staples – Pass The Salt 

Death in Vegas - Dirge 

Mos Def – UMI Says 

Mac Miller – Five Dollar Pony Rides 

PJ Harvey – Who By Fire 

Madonna – Like A Prayer 

The Prodigy – Firestarter 

INXS – Never Tear Us Apart 

Sophie Ellis-Bextor – Murder on the Dancefloor 

Bad Bunny – DtMF 

Bad Bunny - BAILE INoLVIDABLE 

Van Morrison – Sweet Thing 

OutKast – Prototype 

Bronski Beat – Smalltown Boy 

ALBUMS: 

Ethel Cain – Perverts 

Mac Miller – Balloonerism 

Bad Bunny - DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS 

Van Morrison – Astral Weeks 

TV SHOWS/FILMS: 

Bad Sisters, Apple TV 

I May Destroy You, BBC & HBO 

A Clockwork Orange 

A Complete Unknown

Bad Bunny, Ethel Cain and the Role of a Music Supervisor

What do Timothée Chalamet, Spandau Ballet and peanut butter sandwiches all have in common? Annie and Nick debrief their trip to the premiere of A Complete Unknown, including the sense of defiance that defines Bob Dylan’s musical legacy and whether artists like Chappell Roan embody that quality today. Elsewhere, Drake is taking his rap beef with Kendrick to court – but what impact will this have on the culture of diss tracks? Plus, the musical highlights (and lowlights) from Trump’s inauguration, the weird and wonderful genius of David Lynch and the philosophy Honey Dijon likes to live by. 
Get in touch with Annie and Nick! If you’re over 16, WhatsApp 079700 82700 or email sidetracked@bbc.co.uk
 
SONGS: 
Carrie Underwood – America The Beautiful 
The Village People – YMCA 
Nelly – Hot In Here/Ride Wit Me 
Beyoncé - At Last 
Kendrick Lamar - Not Like Us 
Bob Dylan - The Times They Are A-Changin 
Angelo Badalamenti - Twin Peaks Theme 
Alan Splet and David Lynch - In Heaven (Lady in the Radiator Song) 
Songhoy Blues – Boroterey 
Dar Disku – Dbayli (ft. Yacine El Khaldi) 
Dar Disku - Baar Baar (ft. Asha Puthli)
Neil Young – Heart Of Gold 
Smokey Robinson – Tracks Of My Tears 
 
ALBUMS: 
Songhoy Blues – Heritage 

 
TV/FILM: 
A Complete Unknown 
Twin Peaks 
Mulholland Drive 
Blue Velvet

NEWSLETTER:
The Odhracle (Substack)

Bob Dylan’s Defiance, Rap Beef Goes to Court and David Lynch’s Legacy

From Charli XCX and Ezra Collective to The Cure and Dua Lipa – this year’s BRIT Awards nominations have been revealed. In this bonus episode, Annie and Nick share their predictions, unpack the biggest takeaways and explore why the BRITs still matter in 2025.
 
Get in touch with Annie and Nick! If you’re over 16, WhatsApp 079700 82700 or email sidetracked@bbc.co.uk

BRIT Awards Nominations

Why does seeing live music give you a natural endorphin hit? Annie and Nick discuss the collective experience of going to a gig and why the benefits are essential to our human experience. Elsewhere, Gracie Abrams fans have started a petition to remove support act Dora Jar from her European tour, but what does it say about fan entitlement? Plus, Bruno Mars and Sexyy Red have made WAP for dads, Central Cee and Aitch have brought rap beef to the UK and Eusexua, Mesexua – the standout moments from FKA Twigs’ new album. 

Get in touch with Annie and Nick! If you’re over 16, WhatsApp 079700 82700 or email sidetracked@bbc.co.uk

Songs: 

Lola Young – Messy 
Lola Young – Conceited 
Tyler, The Creator ft. Lola Young – Like Him 
Central Cee – Limitless 
Central Cee – St Patricks 
Central Cee – 5 Star 
Aitch – A Guy Called? 
Lady Gaga – Disease 
Lady Gaga/Bruno Mars – Die With A Smile 
Sexyy Red/Bruno Mars - Fat Juicy and Wet 
Gracie Abrams – I Love You, I’m Sorry 
Gracie Abrams – That’s So True 
FKA Twigs – Eusexua 
FKA Twigs – Room of Fools 
FKA Twigs – Girl Feels Good 
FKA Twigs – Perfect Stranger 
FKA Twigs – Drums Of Death 
FKA Twigs – Wanderlust 
FKA Twigs – Striptease 
FKA Twigs ft. North West – Childlike Things 
 
Albums: 

FKA Twigs – Eusexua 
Central Cee – Can't Rush Greatness 
Lady Gaga - Mayhem

Central Cee v Aitch, WAP For Dads and the Benefits of Live Music

How has music influenced fashion, which gigs would you go back in time to see and where have all the bands gone? Annie and Nick answer your questions. Plus, is ‘Eusexua’ the perfect presidential walk-on song? 
 
SONGS 
Sylvester – You Make Me Feel (Mighty Real) 
Patrice Rushen – Forget Me Nots 
Patrice Rushen – Haven't You Heard? 
Gwen McCrae – Keep the Fire Burning 
Lola Young – Messy 
Ricky Desktop – The Chicken Wing Beat 
D:Ream – Things Can Only Get Better 
Fontaines D.C. – I Love You 
Fontaines D.C. – Favourite 
Joyce Sims – Come Into My Life 
FKA Twigs – Eusexua 
Billy Ocean – When the Going Gets Tough 
Van Morrison – And It Stoned Me 
Simon & Garfunkel – I Am a Rock 
Gwen McCrae – All This Love That I’m Givin’ 
Kelis – Caught Out There 
Robyn – Dancing On My Own 
Georgie Fame – Peaceful 
 
ALBUMS 
Samantha Crain – A Small Death 
Madonna – Bedtime Stories 
Madonna – Ray of Light 
Elton John – Too Low for Zero

The Decline of Bands, Underrated Artists and Music’s Influence on Fashion

Oscar nominated singer, songwriter and actress Cynthia Erivo has the voice of a generation. She joins Annie and Nick to talk about the art of singing, the impact it has on her body physically and physiologically, and what it was like writing her new album alongside her starring role in Wicked. Elsewhere, Beyoncé and Katy Perry have kicked off their new world tours – but have we seen it all before? Plus, the wonderful weirdness of OutKast, why Oasis aren’t bothered about missing out on the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and the beauty of Big Boi’s owls. 

Get in touch with Annie and Nick! If you’re over 16, WhatsApp on 079700 82700 or email sidetracked@bbc.co.uk 

SHOWS 

 
The Colour Purple 

Wicked 

Jesus Christ Superstar 

ALBUMS 

Beyoncé - Cowboy Carter 

Katy Perry - Lifetimes 
Cameron Winter - Heavy Metal 

Cynthia Erivo – I Forgive You 

SONGS 

Lorde – What Was That 

Beyonce – Deja Vu 

LMFAO – Sexy And I Know It 

Cynthia Erivo & Ariana Grande – Defying Gravity (Live at the 97th Oscars, 2025) 

Sinead O'Connor - Nothing Compares 2 U 

Kae Tempest - Statue In The Square 

Aretha Franklin – Ain't No Way 

Cynthia Erivo – The Impossible Dream (Live at the Kennedy Centre, 2016)

Singing Lessons with Cynthia Erivo, Cigarettes on Stage and Big Boi’s Owls

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