The Record Producers

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Broadcast

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20080105

A series of programmes exploring the work of legendary record producers.

Series exploring the work of individuals who have had a lasting impact on popular music.

20080505

20080510 (6M)

Richard Allinson and Steve Levine chart the careers of Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis.

Series exploring the work of individuals who have had a lasting impact on popular music.

20080531

Richard Allinson and Steve Levine profile producer, singer and guitarist Mick Jones.

Series exploring the work of individuals who have had a lasting impact on popular music.

20110307

20130222 (6M)
20131023 (6M)

Nicky Chinn and Mike Chapman discuss their work with the likes of Sweet and Suzi Quatro.

Bernard Butler

20100411

20101231 (6M)

Richard Allinson and Steve Levine look at the work of former Suede guitarist Bernard Butler in this latest programme in 'The Record Producers'. Bernard talks about his early days with the band along with his production credits for Duffy, Kate Nash, Fyfe Dangerfield and others. The programme includes rare access to demo recordings from both Suede and Duffy. David McAlmont talks about his collaborations with Butler and the lead singer with Texas, Sharleen Spiteri, comments on Bernard's work on her 2008 debut solo album 'Melody'. Steve Levine analyses the original multi-track recordings of McAlmont & Butler's biggest hits. He also talks with Fyfe Dangerfield about the construction of his recent single 'She Needs Me' which features production work and guest guitar by Bernard Butler.

Richard Allinson and Steve Levine look at the work of Bernard Butler.

Series exploring the work of individuals who have had a lasting impact on popular music.

Bill Szymczyk

19820000

20100423 (6M)
20121005 (6M)
20131025 (6M)
20140912 (6M)
20150911 (6M)
20160916 (6M)
20170913 (6M)
20180725 (6M)

A profile of Bill Szymczyk, whose credits include BB King, the Eagles and the Who.

Series exploring the work of individuals who have had a lasting impact on popular music.

Brian Wilson

20080830

Richard Allinson and Steve Levine profile influential musician Brian Wilson.

Series exploring the work of individuals who have had a lasting impact on popular music.

Chinn And Chapman

19820000

20100424 (6M)
20121025 (6M)
20140910 (6M)
20150909 (6M)
20161003 (6M)

Nicky Chinn and Mike Chapman discuss their work with the Sweet, Mud and Suzi Quatro.

Series exploring the work of individuals who have had a lasting impact on popular music.

Chris Thomas

19840000

20100416 (6M)
20121103 (6M)
20131027 (6M)
20140914 (6M)
20150913 (6M)
20160917 (6M)
20170914 (6M)
20180726 (6M)

Producer Chris Thomas discusses his work with the Beatles, Roxy Music and Sex Pistols.

Series exploring the work of individuals who have had a lasting impact on popular music.

George Martin

20121001

20100413 (6M)
20131015 (6M)
20140902 (6M)
20150901 (6M)
20160310 (6M)
20160907 (6M)
20170904 (6M)
20180716 (6M)
20190319 (6M)

Andy Peebles talks to the man behind the sounds of the Beatles, the Goons and others.

Series exploring the work of individuals who have had a lasting impact on popular music.

Mickie Most

19820000

20100419 (6M)
20121004 (6M)
20121028 (6M)
20131018 (6M)
20140905 (6M)
20150904 (6M)
20160910 (6M)
20170907 (6M)
20180719 (6M)

Andy Peebles presents a profile of producer Mickie Most.

Series exploring the work of individuals who have had a lasting impact on popular music.

Pink Floyd

20111007

Richard Allinson and Steve Levine look at the work of Pink Floyd in the latest edition of Record Producers. The programme concentrates on the early days of the band and the development of their sound from the late 60s through to the mid 70s

Amongst the contributors to the programme are Joe Boyd, Floyd's producer for their first single Arnold Layne; John Leckie, who engineered the band's album Meddle; and Clare Torry, whose vocal performance on The Great Gig In The Sky is one of the highlights of Dark Side Of The Moon.

There are new interviews with guitarist David Gilmour and percussionist Nick Mason, and Richard and Steve have access to the original multitrack recordings of some of Pink Floyd's best work from this period. These highlights include the four track tapes of Arnold Layne; their masterpiece Echoes (which began as an eight track recording - but later expanded to 16); the 16 track recordings of Money and Great Gig In The Sky from the seminal Dark Side. album, and 24 track recordings from their 1975 release Wish You Were Here, including the epic Shine On You Crazy Diamond.

Exclusive to the extended version of the programme for 6 Music is an in-depth look at the recording of the song Breathe, from Dark Side Of The Moon; as well as the discovery of an early recording which Steve Levine found by accident hidden on the Arnold Layne tape!

With a few extra surprises along the way, this edition of The Record Producers is not only an unmissable programme for Pink Floyd fans, but also a 'must listen' for any lover of quality popular music.

Richard Allinson and Steve Levine look at the work of Pink Floyd.

Series exploring the work of individuals who have had a lasting impact on popular music.

Reggae Special

20110514

To mark the 30th anniversary of the death of Bob Marley, Richard Allinson and Steve Levine look at the influence of Jamaican music of the British charts, focusing on the work of a number of reggae producers along their pop counterparts who have successfully transferred reggae into mainstream success. The programme includes an exclusive look at the original Bob Marley multitrack recordings of his songs 'Concrete Jungle' and 'Stir It Up'. Steve Levine also describes the impact of reggae on his production work with Culture Club by revealing the secrets of the recording of 'Do You Really Want To Hurt Me'. He also demonstrates the principles in creating the fundamental sounds that form the basis of the reggae sub-culture, dub.

Other contributors include producers Sly & Robbie, Chris Porter (who masterminded the recording of Aswad's number one 'Don't Turn Around'), Tony Platt (engineer on the original Marley recordings), plus Boy George and Mikey Craig of Culture Club. Also featured is Dennis Bovell, the founding member of British Reggae band Matumbi and a successful songwriter and producer who has given special access to the multitrack of his 1979 hit for Janet Kay - 'Silly Games'.

Richard Allinson and Steve Levine look at the influence of reggae record producers.

Series exploring the work of individuals who have had a lasting impact on popular music.

Roy Thomas Baker

19820000

20121026 (6M)
20150910 (6M)
20160915 (6M)
20170912 (6M)
20180724 (6M)

Roy Thomas Baker looks back on his work with bands such as Queen, the Cars and Foreigner.

Series exploring the work of individuals who have had a lasting impact on popular music.

Roy Thomas Baker

20131024

20140911 (6M)

Roy Thomas Baker looks back on his work with bands such as Queen, The Cars and Foreigner.

Series exploring the work of individuals who have had a lasting impact on popular music.

Stephen Street, The Extended Cut

20100509

Richard Allinson and Steve Levine profile the work of Stephen Street - whose production credits include The Smiths, Blur, Kaiser Chiefs, The Cranberries, New Order and Morrissey. The programme includes interviews with former Smiths guitarist Johnny Marr, Blur's Graham Coxon and Ricky Wilson of The Kaiser Chiefs - with exclusive access to multitrack recordings of the Blur hits 'Girls & Boys' and 'Parklife'.

Richard Allinson and Steve Levine profile the work of Stephen Street.

Series exploring the work of individuals who have had a lasting impact on popular music.

Todd Rundgren

20100425

Todd Rundgren discusses his work with acts such as Patti Smith and Meatloaf.

Series exploring the work of individuals who have had a lasting impact on popular music.

Todd Rundgren

20121027

Todd Rundgren discusses his work with acts such as Patti Smith and Meatloaf.

Series exploring the work of individuals who have had a lasting impact on popular music.

Todd Rundgren

20131026

Todd Rundgren discusses his work with acts such as Patti Smith and Meatloaf.

Series exploring the work of individuals who have had a lasting impact on popular music.

Todd Rundgren

20140913

Todd Rundgren discusses his work with acts such as Patti Smith and Meatloaf.

Series exploring the work of individuals who have had a lasting impact on popular music.

Todd Rundgren

20150912

Todd Rundgren discusses his work with acts such as Patti Smith and Meatloaf.

Series exploring the work of individuals who have had a lasting impact on popular music.

Todd Rundgren

20160918

Todd Rundgren discusses his work with acts such as Patti Smith and Meatloaf.

Series exploring the work of individuals who have had a lasting impact on popular music.

Todd Rundgren

20170915

Todd Rundgren discusses his work with acts such as Patti Smith and Meatloaf.

Series exploring the work of individuals who have had a lasting impact on popular music.

Todd Rundgren

20180727

Todd Rundgren discusses his work with acts such as Patti Smith and Meatloaf.

Series exploring the work of individuals who have had a lasting impact on popular music.

Episodes

Title	First Broadcast	Repeated	Comments
	20080105		A series of programmes exploring the work of legendary record producers. Series exploring the work of individuals who have had a lasting impact on popular music.
	20080505	20080510 (6M)	Richard Allinson and Steve Levine chart the careers of Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis. Series exploring the work of individuals who have had a lasting impact on popular music.
	20080531		Richard Allinson and Steve Levine profile producer, singer and guitarist Mick Jones. Series exploring the work of individuals who have had a lasting impact on popular music.
	20110307	20130222 (6M) 20131023 (6M)	Nicky Chinn and Mike Chapman discuss their work with the likes of Sweet and Suzi Quatro.
Bernard Butler	20100411	20101231 (6M)	Richard Allinson and Steve Levine look at the work of former Suede guitarist Bernard Butler in this latest programme in 'The Record Producers'. Bernard talks about his early days with the band along with his production credits for Duffy, Kate Nash, Fyfe Dangerfield and others. The programme includes rare access to demo recordings from both Suede and Duffy. David McAlmont talks about his collaborations with Butler and the lead singer with Texas, Sharleen Spiteri, comments on Bernard's work on her 2008 debut solo album 'Melody'. Steve Levine analyses the original multi-track recordings of McAlmont & Butler's biggest hits. He also talks with Fyfe Dangerfield about the construction of his recent single 'She Needs Me' which features production work and guest guitar by Bernard Butler. Richard Allinson and Steve Levine look at the work of Bernard Butler. Series exploring the work of individuals who have had a lasting impact on popular music.
Bill Szymczyk	19820000	20100423 (6M) 20121005 (6M) 20131025 (6M) 20140912 (6M) 20150911 (6M) 20160916 (6M) 20170913 (6M) 20180725 (6M)	A profile of Bill Szymczyk, whose credits include BB King, the Eagles and the Who. Series exploring the work of individuals who have had a lasting impact on popular music.
Brian Wilson	20080830		Richard Allinson and Steve Levine profile influential musician Brian Wilson. Series exploring the work of individuals who have had a lasting impact on popular music.
Chinn And Chapman	19820000	20100424 (6M) 20121025 (6M) 20140910 (6M) 20150909 (6M) 20161003 (6M)	Nicky Chinn and Mike Chapman discuss their work with the Sweet, Mud and Suzi Quatro. Series exploring the work of individuals who have had a lasting impact on popular music.
Chris Thomas	19840000	20100416 (6M) 20121103 (6M) 20131027 (6M) 20140914 (6M) 20150913 (6M) 20160917 (6M) 20170914 (6M) 20180726 (6M)	Producer Chris Thomas discusses his work with the Beatles, Roxy Music and Sex Pistols. Series exploring the work of individuals who have had a lasting impact on popular music.
George Martin	20121001	20100413 (6M) 20131015 (6M) 20140902 (6M) 20150901 (6M) 20160310 (6M) 20160907 (6M) 20170904 (6M) 20180716 (6M) 20190319 (6M)	Andy Peebles talks to the man behind the sounds of the Beatles, the Goons and others. Series exploring the work of individuals who have had a lasting impact on popular music.
Mickie Most	19820000	20100419 (6M) 20121004 (6M) 20121028 (6M) 20131018 (6M) 20140905 (6M) 20150904 (6M) 20160910 (6M) 20170907 (6M) 20180719 (6M)	Andy Peebles presents a profile of producer Mickie Most. Series exploring the work of individuals who have had a lasting impact on popular music.
Pink Floyd	20111007		Richard Allinson and Steve Levine look at the work of Pink Floyd in the latest edition of Record Producers. The programme concentrates on the early days of the band and the development of their sound from the late 60s through to the mid 70s Amongst the contributors to the programme are Joe Boyd, Floyd's producer for their first single Arnold Layne; John Leckie, who engineered the band's album Meddle; and Clare Torry, whose vocal performance on The Great Gig In The Sky is one of the highlights of Dark Side Of The Moon. There are new interviews with guitarist David Gilmour and percussionist Nick Mason, and Richard and Steve have access to the original multitrack recordings of some of Pink Floyd's best work from this period. These highlights include the four track tapes of Arnold Layne; their masterpiece Echoes (which began as an eight track recording - but later expanded to 16); the 16 track recordings of Money and Great Gig In The Sky from the seminal Dark Side. album, and 24 track recordings from their 1975 release Wish You Were Here, including the epic Shine On You Crazy Diamond. Exclusive to the extended version of the programme for 6 Music is an in-depth look at the recording of the song Breathe, from Dark Side Of The Moon; as well as the discovery of an early recording which Steve Levine found by accident hidden on the Arnold Layne tape! With a few extra surprises along the way, this edition of The Record Producers is not only an unmissable programme for Pink Floyd fans, but also a 'must listen' for any lover of quality popular music. Richard Allinson and Steve Levine look at the work of Pink Floyd. Series exploring the work of individuals who have had a lasting impact on popular music.
Reggae Special	20110514		To mark the 30th anniversary of the death of Bob Marley, Richard Allinson and Steve Levine look at the influence of Jamaican music of the British charts, focusing on the work of a number of reggae producers along their pop counterparts who have successfully transferred reggae into mainstream success. The programme includes an exclusive look at the original Bob Marley multitrack recordings of his songs 'Concrete Jungle' and 'Stir It Up'. Steve Levine also describes the impact of reggae on his production work with Culture Club by revealing the secrets of the recording of 'Do You Really Want To Hurt Me'. He also demonstrates the principles in creating the fundamental sounds that form the basis of the reggae sub-culture, dub. Other contributors include producers Sly & Robbie, Chris Porter (who masterminded the recording of Aswad's number one 'Don't Turn Around'), Tony Platt (engineer on the original Marley recordings), plus Boy George and Mikey Craig of Culture Club. Also featured is Dennis Bovell, the founding member of British Reggae band Matumbi and a successful songwriter and producer who has given special access to the multitrack of his 1979 hit for Janet Kay - 'Silly Games'. Richard Allinson and Steve Levine look at the influence of reggae record producers. Series exploring the work of individuals who have had a lasting impact on popular music.
Roy Thomas Baker	19820000	20121026 (6M) 20150910 (6M) 20160915 (6M) 20170912 (6M) 20180724 (6M)	Roy Thomas Baker looks back on his work with bands such as Queen, the Cars and Foreigner. Series exploring the work of individuals who have had a lasting impact on popular music.
Roy Thomas Baker	20131024	20140911 (6M)	Roy Thomas Baker looks back on his work with bands such as Queen, The Cars and Foreigner. Series exploring the work of individuals who have had a lasting impact on popular music.
Stephen Street, The Extended Cut	20100509		Richard Allinson and Steve Levine profile the work of Stephen Street - whose production credits include The Smiths, Blur, Kaiser Chiefs, The Cranberries, New Order and Morrissey. The programme includes interviews with former Smiths guitarist Johnny Marr, Blur's Graham Coxon and Ricky Wilson of The Kaiser Chiefs - with exclusive access to multitrack recordings of the Blur hits 'Girls & Boys' and 'Parklife'. Richard Allinson and Steve Levine profile the work of Stephen Street. Series exploring the work of individuals who have had a lasting impact on popular music.
Todd Rundgren	20100425		Todd Rundgren discusses his work with acts such as Patti Smith and Meatloaf. Series exploring the work of individuals who have had a lasting impact on popular music.
Todd Rundgren	20121027		Todd Rundgren discusses his work with acts such as Patti Smith and Meatloaf. Series exploring the work of individuals who have had a lasting impact on popular music.
Todd Rundgren	20131026		Todd Rundgren discusses his work with acts such as Patti Smith and Meatloaf. Series exploring the work of individuals who have had a lasting impact on popular music.
Todd Rundgren	20140913		Todd Rundgren discusses his work with acts such as Patti Smith and Meatloaf. Series exploring the work of individuals who have had a lasting impact on popular music.
Todd Rundgren	20150912		Todd Rundgren discusses his work with acts such as Patti Smith and Meatloaf. Series exploring the work of individuals who have had a lasting impact on popular music.
Todd Rundgren	20160918		Todd Rundgren discusses his work with acts such as Patti Smith and Meatloaf. Series exploring the work of individuals who have had a lasting impact on popular music.
Todd Rundgren	20170915		Todd Rundgren discusses his work with acts such as Patti Smith and Meatloaf. Series exploring the work of individuals who have had a lasting impact on popular music.
Todd Rundgren	20180727		Todd Rundgren discusses his work with acts such as Patti Smith and Meatloaf. Series exploring the work of individuals who have had a lasting impact on popular music.