{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6db0ea50-821b-436b-9068-e278bd752829/681ca39924b1daf01a64f7a0?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Special Guest - Turin Brakes","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/611ee34b06c05e56f5f40f40/1746711131612-f3ebb7d4-60a2-4efe-9bee-8b99a644ce34.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>🔥 <strong>Welcome to Off The Beat and Track!</strong> 🔥</p><p>In this special episode, host <strong>Stu Whiffen</strong> sits down with the incredibly talented <strong>Gale Paridjanian</strong>, co-founder and guitarist of the beloved UK indie band <strong>Turin Brakes</strong>.</p><p>Since emerging with their Mercury-nominated debut <em>The Optimist LP</em>, Turin Brakes have become known for their beautifully crafted songs, soulful harmonies, and emotionally rich acoustic sound. With a career spanning over two decades, Gale shares stories from the band’s journey through the highs, the challenges, and the evolution of their sound.</p><p><br></p><p>🎶 <strong>In this episode, we cover:</strong></p><p>✅ The formation and early success of Turin Brakes</p><p>✅ Gale’s songwriting partnership with Olly Knights</p><p>✅ The band's creative process and reflections on their extensive discography</p><p>✅ What’s next for Turin Brakes and staying inspired after 20+ years</p><p><br></p><p>👉 Hit <strong>LIKE</strong> if you enjoy the episode and <strong>SUBSCRIBE</strong> for more incredible conversations with iconic musicians!</p><p><br></p><p>💥 <strong>Support the Podcast:</strong></p><p>☕ Buy Me a Coffee – <a href=\"https://buymeacoffee.com/stuwhiffen\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://buymeacoffee.com/stuwhiffen</a></p><p>🎧 Patreon – <a href=\"https://Patreon.com/offthebeatandtrack\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Patreon.com/offthebeatandtrack</a></p><p><br></p><p>🔔 <strong>Stay Connected:</strong></p><p>🌍 Website – <a href=\"http://www.offthebeatandtrackpodcast.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">www.offthebeatandtrackpodcast.com</a></p><p>🐦 Twitter – <a href=\"https://twitter.com/beatandtrackpod\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">@beatandtrackpod</a></p><p>📘 Facebook – <em>Off The Beat &amp; Track Podcast</em></p><p><br></p><p>#OffTheBeatAndTrack #GaleParidjanian #TurinBrakes #IndieFolk #AcousticRock #TheOptimistLP #MusicPodcast #BehindTheMusic #UKIndie #Songwriters #SubscribeNow</p>","author_name":"stuart whiffen"}