In this episode, recorded for my book, Paul Lester -now editor of Record Collector and longtime music journalist - reflects on his career, his encounters with Paul Weller, and the makings of his celebrated Uncut Magazine cover story, 'Paul Weller: Up Close and Personal - Last Man Standing' (December 1998).
We discuss the enduring influence of meaningful, passionate music journalism.
Paul Weller’s restless creativity and refusal to be pinned down by his past.
The rare trust and intimacy possible in extended, thoughtful interviews.
Paul Lester’s perspective on the continuing story of Weller and his place in British music history.
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