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Dan Bull

Join Dan Bull and Will Warren as each episode they take a brilliant pop album and go through it track by track, discussing the acts, the songwriting and production, iconic music videos and artwork, and their memories of the release. Let us know your thoughts @trackbytrackuk

Hosts: Dan Bull & Will Warren

Artwork: Arran McAskill

Theme tune: Thurston Shacklady (2020 — ), Initial Talk (Remix & Additional Production 2023 — ) Steve Rodway (Remix & Additional Production 2022 — 2023), Alex Lane (2018 — 2019)

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Yesterday · 1 hr 35 min
Duran Duran - Danse Macabre
Happy Halloween! It's been over two years since we we recorded a brand new Duran Duran on the podcast, so we've got a real treat for you... It's Danse Macabre. Duran's Halloween themed album was first released in 2003, however we're delving into Danse Macabre De Luxe - the 2004 follow up that included three new tracks. (And we couldn't not talk about 2005's Shadows On Your Side, obviously.) With new tracks, covers and reworking, and Andy Taylor and Warren Cuccurullo back in the studio, there is so much to talk about on this one. Let us know your thoughts on the band, the album and the episode in the comments on Spotify or Instagram, and if you enjoyed the episode please do leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
October 12 · 1 hr 17 min
Melanie C - Sweat
It's been FAR too long since we spoke about friend of the podcast Melanie C on Track By Track. Sporty is an ambassador for this year's National Album Day, which takes place on Saturday 17th October and celebrates the art of the album... Sound familiar? To celebrate that, as well as one year since she released the lead-single and title-track from her ninth solo album, we're going track by track through the tour-de-force that is Sweat. Let us know your thoughts on the album and the episode in the comments, @trackbytrackuk on Instagram and Threads, or hellotrackbytrack@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
September 28 · 1 hr 17 min
Sugababes - The Lost Tapes
It's a pop emergency! Mutya Buena, Keisha Buchanan and Siobhán Donaghy AKA Sugababes have announced the release of their long-awaited new album, and with it a brand new single, Ghost. The self-titled album, and the ninth under the Sugababes moniker, has been a long time coming, and marks the first Sugababes album since 2010's Sweet 7 (which featured neither Mutya, Keisha or Siobhán as part of the band when it was released), and the original line-up's first album together since 2000... WELL, that's not entirely true, of course. The Lost Tapes, surprise released on Christmas Eve 2022, collated the tracks MKS had worked on between 2011 and 2013, including the single Flatline. We went track by track through the album on Patreon for our first our first album of 2023, and now we're sharing it everywhere while we're on a major Suga high. Let us know your thoughts on the album and the episode @trackbytrackuk on Insta/Threads, or email us hellotrackbytrack@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
September 14 · 1 hr 8 min
Pet Shop Boys - Disco 5
We've made it to the grand finale of our Pet Shop Boys Disco mini series, and after sharing parts 1 - 4 (which were originally released on Patreon a few years ago) we've got a brand new episode to make our eighth anniversary, as we go track by track through Disco 5. As with its predecessor, this one is mainly about Pet Shop Boys remixing for other artists, including the legendary Tina Turner, Paul Weller and Noel Gallagher (with his High Flying Birds). They also remix Sleaford Mods' cover of West End Girls, their own duets with Olly Alexander and Soft Cell, and include the previously released rarity Let The Music Play by Carroll Thompson (produced by them and included on the soundtrack to The Crying Game). Let us know your thoughts on the album, the episode and the entire Disco series in the comments on Spotify or Instagram, or on good old fashioned email: hellotrackbytrack@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
September 7 · 42 min
Pet Shop Boys - Disco 4
We're up to the penultimate episode of our Disco series, and Disco 4... Or Disco Four: Remixed by Pet Shop Boys to give it its full title. So far each Disco album has had its own identity, and this one is no exception. As the title suggests, this collection - released in 2007 - features PSB remixes, with the band putting their own spin on tracks by Madonna, The Killers, David Bowie, Yoko Ono and themselves. In fact, the remixes of their own tracks are the only ones that weren't widely available when the album was released. Nevertheless, it's a strong collection of dance pop remixes from pioneers of the genre. Let us know your thoughts on the album and the episode @trackbytrackuk on Instagram, or hellotrackbytrack@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
August 31 · 50 min
Pet Shop Boys - Disco 3
We've reached 2003's Disco 3 as part of our Pet Shop Boys' Disco mini-series, and this one couldn't be further from its predecessor. With more of a focus on new material, as well as some remixes, rumour has it this one wasn't even originally going to be called Disco 3... Critics loved it (some more than the previous year's Release), but what do you think to this one? Let us know @trackbytrackuk on Instagram/Threads, in the comments on Spotify, or email us: hellotrackbytrack@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
August 24 · 40 min
Pet Shop Boys - Disco 2
We're continuing our Pet Shop Boys Disco mini series, and after kicking off last week with 1986's original Disco album we're jumping ahead to 1994 for Disco 2. Unlike the original, this instalment of PSB's remix collections was a non-stop mix of re-workings from two albums: Behaviour and Very. Let us know what you think to the album, the episode and the mini-series @trackbytrackuk on Instagram/Threads, or hellotrackbytrack@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
August 17 · 40 min
Pet Shop Boys - Disco
In five weeks time we're going to celebrate our eighth anniversary by going track by track through Pet Shop Boys' Disco 5. So to get you up to speed we're sharing our Disco 1 - 4 episodes (previously only available on Patreon) on all podcasting platforms. The mini-series was originally released in 2022, so some of the references might already seem like ancient history... BUT, there's a lot to enjoy so let us know what you think to the episode and the album on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/trackbytrackuk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
July 28 · 1 hr 21 min
Boyzone - Said And Done
They had two for the road before saying thank you and goodnight again, and that's when we realised - it's not all Said And Done for us because we haven't ever been track by track through a Boyzone album. They were one of the biggest boybands of the 90s, plastered all over Smash Hits and with hits galore, but how did it all begin? Before the documentary, the comeback, and before Stephen Gately's tragic passing, we're going back to Ronan, Mikey, Keith, Shane and of course Steo's beginnings. Let us know what you think to the episode and the album in the comments on Spotify and Instagram, or email hellotrackbytrack@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
July 13 · 1 hr 24 min
Lily Allen - Alright, Still
The sun is in the sky, Oh why, oh why... Yes, we're all sick to death of these ruddy heatwaves, but if you're looking for something to take your mind off the heat then how about a brand new episode of Track By Track? As she tours last year's critically acclaimed West End Girl, we're celebrating 20 years of Lily Allen's debut album, Alright, Still. Expect some classic 06/07 chart chat, Royle Family references, and talk of big dresses and trainers. Let us know your thoughts on the album and the episode @trackbytrackuk on Instagram or hellotrackbytrack@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
June 29 · 1 hr 4 min
Madonna - Madonna
Happy Confessions II Week to all who celebrate. And how could you not?! It's the biggest celebration since Madonna's Celebration tour, and prior to that everything else she did before that... We are SO excited to hear the new album and we think a lot of you will be counting down the days too, so to get you in the mood for Madonna's latest studio album join us as well go right back to where it all began with her debut album, Madonna. This episode was previously released as a Patreon exclusive way back in 2023, so forgive the odd reference that now makes as much sense as that Mad Donna Wheels On The Bus song. What were they thinking?! Enjoy the episode and let us know your thoughts @trackbytrackuk on Insta, or hellotrackbytrack@gmail.com And look out for more new episodes coming soon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 25 · 1 hr 35 min
ABBA - Arrival
It's four years since ABBA Voyage premiered (with all four members in attendance) and the pioneering show is still going as strong as ever. To celebrate we thought it was about time for another ABBA episode, so we're starting the 50th anniversary celebrations of the Arrival album a little early. This is the collection that not only features the huge singles Dancing Queen, Money, Money, Money, and Knowing Me, Knowing You, but also Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again favourites Why Did It Have To Be Me? and My Love, My Life, as well as some killer album tracks. Let us know your thoughts on the episode and the album in the comments on Spotify, or on Instagram @trackbytrackuk And when you've done with this one, check out our episodes on Ring Ring, Voulez-Vous, Super Trouper (feat. Steps, Little Boots, Bright Light Bright Light, Björn Again and the cast of Mamma Mia!), The Visitors and Voyage. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
April 13 · 1 hr 20 min
Duran Duran - Duran Duran (The Wedding Album)
To celebrate Duran Duran's 1993 self-titled album (more affectionally known as The Wedding Album) being repressed on vinyl for the first time since its original release, we're sharing this episode first released on Patreon three years ago. And as an extra special treat we hear from the legendary Tessa Niles who shares her memories of recording Come Undone with the band. Elsewhere we discuss Ordinary World and the incredible impact the song had on the band's legacy, and discuss some other singles that could have been. It would be remiss of us to not mention there are still 70+ episodes on Patreon that aren't available elsewhere, including Duran Duran's Big Thing. Join Team Track By Track today: https://www.patreon.com/c/trackbytrackuk Enjoy the episode and let us know what you think with a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or a comment on Spotify. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
April 6 · 1 hr 11 min
Louise - Confessions
Fear not... We have risen. It's been a couple of months since our last release, but following a Holy weekend we just had to confess something: This is our first Louise episode! But what better place to start than what we believe is her best album to date?! It is of course last year's Confessions. With co-writes from Jon Shave, Karen Poole, MNEK, Hannah Robinson, Wayne Hector, Miranda Cooper and so many more, this album featuring the cream of the pop song crop blew us away, becoming one of our Albums Of 2025. We haven't stopped playing it or talking about it since its release, so we just had to give it the Track By Track treatment. Let us know what you think to the album and the episode @trackbytrackuk over on Insta or hellotrackbytrack@gmail.com on electronic-mail. And if you've enjoyed the episode, please do confess and give us a rating and review. More episodes coming soon... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
February 17 · 1 hr 5 min
Track By Track Meets... Barry Stone (Belvedere Kane, Jewels & Stone, The Alias)
We're back with our first episode of 2026, and what a treat we've got for you. Barry Stone is a name we've mentioned many times over the years for his songwriting, producing and remixing credentials, but this week he's finally released his debut album, Such Trying Time, as Belvedere Kane - thirty years after the project was shelved. We're delving into the album, the impressive line up of collaborators, and of course we couldn't not ask about Steps, Sophie EB et al. Also, a HUGE thanks to Barry - one of the co-writers of the legendary Pop Idol theme tune - for adding some magic to our very own theme. Let us know your thoughts on the album, the episode and more @trackbytrackuk on Instagram. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 23, 2025 · 1 hr 6 min
Kylie Minogue - Kylie Christmas (Fully Wrapped Snow Queen Edition)
It's Christmas! And not only that, it's another Kylie Christmas with Ms. Minogue not only taking Kylie Christmas to #1 (and the Top Ten) for the first time with the Fully Wrapped edition, but also getting this year's Christmas #1 with XMAS! To celebrate, we've got a real selection box of treats for you here. We've already done the standard edition of Kylie Christmas and chose three of the Snow Queen Edition tracks for Further Listening, so on this episode we're covering the rest of the Snow Queen Edition, as well as the four new tracks released this year! As always do let us know your thoughts on Kylie, Kylie Christmas, Fully Wrapped, XMAS and whatever else you fancy really @trackbytrackuk on Instagram. We hope you have the merriest of Kylie Christmases and the most Minogue New Year. Thanks for welcoming us back so quickly - we're looking forward to sharing new episodes with you in 2026! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 16, 2025 · 44 min
Top 20 Tracks Of 2025 (Part Two)
So here we go, the second half of our Top 20 Tracks Of 2025, AKA our Top 10 of the year. Ten tracks featuring some of our all time favourites, some of our favourite newer artists, and a couple of surprises from some pop legends. And if that wasn't enough, we're sharing our Top Ten Albums Of 2025 too. Let us know your thoughts on our choices and what yours are in the comments, on Insta @trackbytrackuk or ping us an email: hellotrackbytrack@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 9, 2025 · 1 hr
Top 20 Tracks Of 2025 (Part One)
It's that time of year! "And what a year it's been for pop music, etc." (See also: Every end of year episode we've ever done.) We're counting down our top tracks of the year, and then some. This time we're delving into 20 - 11 of our favourite songs released in 2025, as well as discussing some of our top books and live shows, and the tracks that didn't quite make our countdown. But what are your highlights of the last twelve months? Let us know in the episode comments on Spotify, or on Instagram @trackbytrackuk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 2, 2025 · 1 hr 4 min
Kylie Minogue - Kylie Christmas (Rewrapped)
It's a Christmas miracle! 2025 is once again a Kylie Christmas, as Ms. Minogue celebrates 10 years of her festive collection with a Fully Wrapped version of the album featuring four brand new songs. We're going to be discussing them and much more on this year's brand new Christmas special, but before then we're becoming the ghosts of Christmas past as we head back to December 2020, when we celebrated five years of Kylie Christmas. Let us know your thoughts on Instagram @trackbytrackuk If this has got you in the mood check out (or revisit) our XMAS episodes on Cher, Erasure, The Killers, Phil Spector, Love Actually, Girls Aloud and, of course, Mariah Carey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 18, 2025 · 54 min
Girls Aloud - Chemistry (Part Two)
Last week we began our trip down memory lane to celebrate 20 years of Girls Aloud's Chemistry, and we had so much to say that we got kicked out of Track By Track HQ by security before we'd had time to finish ourselves off. So here we are with Part Two, where we discuss the rest of the album, the bonus tracks and some Further Listening. Let us know your thoughts on the episode and the album @trackbytrackuk on Instagram / Threads. And we'll be back very soon... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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