79. Jay-Z 30 in Paris
Dive into the electrifying world of live music as hosts Steve and Rafa recount their unforgettable experience at Jay-Z's recent concert in Paris. With a dazzling stage design and a masterclass in performance, Jay-Z proves that age is just a number, delivering an epic show without missing a beat. This episode is a must-listen for any music enthusiast eager to understand what makes a live performance truly legendary.
Join Steve and Rafa as they share behind-the-scenes stories, including their anticipation for surprise guests like Pharrell Williams and Justin Timberlake. You'll discover:
- The intimate moments that made the concert feel personal and exclusive.
- Insights into Jay-Z's impressive breath control and crowd engagement, even at 56.
- Why Pharrell's surprise appearance brought the house down and how he reignited his passion for performing.
As they break down the setlist, from classics like "99 Problems" to deeper cuts, the hosts highlight the energy and emotional connection with the crowd. They reflect on the stakes of seeing live music today and the unique opportunity it presents to connect with artists in real time.
This episode is essential listening for anyone who loves music, live events, or wants to feel the rush of a concert from the comfort of their home. Get ready to be transported to Paris as you soak in the excitement of a night to remember! Perfect for concertgoers, music lovers, and anyone seeking inspiration from live performances.
There’s also all the latest news from BBC ICECREAM, ComplexCon, new music collabs between Pharrell and John Legend and Quavo, our latest pick-ups and much more!
You can now also find a video version of the podcast on Spotify and YouTube!
71. An Interview With The Third Neptune - Mike Etheridge
This week Rafa is off having a baby, so Steve has drafted in a top-tier guest - co-founding member of The Neptunes, Mike Etheridge! There were a few technical issues during the recording, so please bear that in mind. Mike talks about his youth, love for music, co-creating The Neptunes with Pharrell, Chad and Shae, his time in the studio with Teddy Riley, as well as his various projects over the years and the exciting projects he has coming up soon!
48. Squeeze Me - N*E*R*D
This week Steve and Rafa discuss Squeeze Me from the SpongeBob Movie: Sponge Out Of Water soundtrack. There’s also plenty of other chat, including Rafa’s recent trip around Europe, some more new items from Tyler, The Creator’s collab with Pharrell and Louis Vuitton, our thoughts on the new Justin Timberlake album, some new BBC x Victor Victor items on sale at ComplexCon HK and we reminisce as Fly Or Die turns 20!
29. ICECREAM skate team and ICECREAM reimagined feat Jimmy Gorecki
After quite some time away, Steve is back to chop it up with BBC IceCream OG legend, Jimmy Gorecki! Fans will know Jimmy from his time on the IceCream skate team in the earlier days of the brand, and he joins Steve to chat about the how he got in to skateboarding, the early BBC IC days, his take on the recent reimagining of the classic IceCreams, as well as what he's been up to since and what he's up to now!