Ep560: Captain Sensible of The Damned
Summary
Host Nate Goyer interviews Captain Sensible of The Damned, who discusses his record collection, the band’s punk origins, and the story behind their scented *Strawberries* album. They cover the late Brian James, a near-miss with Sid Barrett producing *Music for Pleasure*, and the band’s chaotic evolution. Sensible also promotes their final Australian tour, including a Sydney Opera House show, and shares his quest for the perfect album.
Topics discussed
Intro: Captain Sensible and The Damned's final Australian tour
Early musical influences and analyzing records as a youth
Joe Meek, Phil Spector, and the Motown recording experience
Songwriting inspiration and Captain's musical memory
New Rose, Stiff Records, and beating the Sex Pistols
Album art, collectible pressings, and punk reverence
Tribute to Brian James and the chaotic live energy
Unreleased tracks and ownership of the band's catalogue
The story behind the scented Strawberries album
Record collecting habits and the holy grail: The Cowsills
Touring fatigue and the quest for the perfect album
Sid Barrett, Nick Mason, and the Machine Gun Etiquette sessions
Creative partnership with Dave Vanian and evolving sounds
Outro: Tour details, audiophile pressings, and final tips
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