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NO ENCORE is here, fresh off the back of a 'chapeau' from the Irish Times, extra controller in-hand, ready to enter split-screen mode, as Dave Hanratty is joined by his faithful Sonic Architect Adam who will solo speed-run some of the best licensed soundtracks the gaming sphere has to offer. (And by speed-run, we mean carefully dissect and discuss, of course).All of that, as well as the latest news in the world of music on this week's ep, so press the start button and let's load up.Don't forget, you can get this and every new NO ENCORE episode 24 hours early and ad-free, AND additional bonus audio content by signing up to Patreon.com/NOENCORE.ACT ONE (2:54): Electric Picnic line-up underwhelms, Kendrick fires back at Drake, Taylor Swift is officially on the curriculum, and coming to Brazil proves problematic for Iron Maiden – it's the news.ACT TWO (40:48): Top 5 Licensed Video Game Soundtracks-Follow Sonic Architect Adam on InstagramFollow NO ENCORE on InstagramHow Rockstar changed the tune of video game soundtracksGamer's Little Playground YouTube channel

Join us for the final pre-summer edition of Before The ENCORE, where we aim to direct sunshine in the form of music industry conversations straight into your ears so you can put on the sunglasses of knowledge and wear them with pride.This month, Sonic Architect Adam is joined by producer and violinist formerly based in Dublin, now London, Molly Mansukhani. You might be familiar with her work alongside Kayleigh Noble, JaXson, Tara Devi, V-Sensei or from her time spent in Diffusion Lab as an intern under former-guest Chris Bubenzer before going freelance.In this episode, Adam and Molly talk about what it is to be a producer, the skills involved, the highlights, the learnings and the many twists and turns they both had to take before realising that production was the final destination, as well as a chance meeting at the RTÉ Choice Music Prize just gone that catalysed this recording.*If you'd like to get this episode and all NO ENCORE episodes a full 24 hours earlier and ad-free, check us out over on Patreon here.*-Follow Molly Mansukhani on InstagramListen to all episodes of Before The ENCORE

NO ENCORE is back with a trip into the world of music-themed fakery... in the form of real songs written for fictional purposes. 'Solo artist of the written word' Sarah McKenna Barry joins Dave and Adam this week, with songs and musical numbers penned exclusively to reside in the world of film and TV on the agenda. And, following on from our Taylor Swift bonus episode, there's still no escaping music's newest billionaire. Don't forget, you can get this and every new NO ENCORE episode 24 hours early and ad-free, AND additional bonus audio content by signing up to Patreon.com/NOENCORE.ACT ONE (3:46): Swift-based fallout, Bambie Thug doubles down on Eurovision participation, Fontaines D.C. definitely aren't nu-metal now, and let's not stalk celebrities - it's the news. ACT TWO (39:22): Top 5 Fictional Songs-Follow Sarah McKenna Barry on InstagramVideo Essay: The [Queer] Politics of Eurovision

It's a special bonus episode of NO ENCORE in honour of Taylor Swift releasing 11th studio album The Tortured Poets Department and everyone having an online meltdown about it. One such major talking point emerged via American publication Paste Magazine, which opted to withhold the name of the writer when publishing its review of The Tortured Poets Department. The move provoked a lively reaction and a lot of debate, from critics, commentators, and hardcore Swifties alike.On this episode, Dave Hanratty speaks with Paste's Music Editor Matt Mitchell to learn about what went into the decision-making process, and hear Matt's take on the state of music criticism in 2024, particularly with regard to the online hardcore fan bases that seek to police it. Dave also sits down with Clare Martin, Assistant Comedy Editor at Paste, who reviewed Taylor Swift's Lover album in 2019 and subsequently received threats of violence because of it. Clare reflects on her experience, and gives her thoughts on Paste's call to anonymise their latest critique of the biggest name in music today. Don't forget, you can get this and every new NO ENCORE episode 24 hours early and ad-free, AND additional bonus audio content by signing up to Patreon.com/NOENCORE.-Paste Magazine's WebsiteFollow Matt Mitchell on XFollow Clare Martin on XView Paste Magazine's Tweet about The Tortured Poet's Department reviewRead Paste Magazine's review of Taylor Swift's The Tortured Poets Department

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NO ENCORE goes Hollywood once more as Dave Hanratty and Sonic Architect Adam go to the cinemathèque, take in the previews, and then leave before the film starts. It's a celebration of the most arresting needle drops featured in movie trailers - blockbuster events and arthouse affairs inclusive. Elsewhere, a quiet week leads to a pretty one-sided news section. At least Dave now knows how to correctly pronounce 'Coachella', if nothing else...Don't miss the next episode of the NO ENCORE Album Club, releasing this Sunday exclusively for Patrons - sign up @ patreon.com/noencore today! ACT ONE (9:40): The last word on the J. Cole climbdown, Grimes has a nightmare at Coachella, Spotify goes full TikTok, and Courtney Love does Courtney Love things - it's the news. ACT TWO (35:56): Top 5 Songs Used In Movie Trailers.

Cody Rhodes may have finished his story, but it's a fresh chapter in the NO ENCORE saga this week as 'The Donegal Dynamo' Hugh Carr makes his podcast return. Hugh is just back from a trip to Philadelphia - the "best week of his life", apparently - where he took in many live professional wrestling shows, including the Granddaddy of Them All, the Showcase of the Immortals; WrestleMania. In that infectious spirit, this week's Top 5 concerns the history of that humble grappling event, specifically the many live music performances that have taken place under its stadium-sized roof. And oh boy, have there been some shockers. We tasked Hugh with giving us a mix of the good and the bad, but it seems that only the most headline-making terrible ones came to his mind. Enjoy? Hit up our Patreon for exclusive access to bonus content including the debut episode of the NO ENCORE Album Club, out now! ACT ONE (5:35): Dave gives his verdict on the new Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross film score, J. Cole loses all credibility in record time, Chechnya has a speeding problem, St. Vincent makes a valid point, The Libertines and The Doors finally unite kinda-sorta, and can we stop being weird about Harry Styles and Louis Tomlinson? It's this week's music news. ACT TWO (52:35): Hugh recaps his Philly jaunt, before laying the smack down on his Top 5 Bad WrestleMania Music Performances. -Follow Hugh Carr on Twitter/XFollow Hugh Carr on TikTokFollow Hugh Carr on Instagram

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Here comes a feeling you thought you'd forgotten - Dave Hanratty and Craig Fitzpatrick, teaming up to co-host NO ENCORE once again! Sonic Architect Adam looking on, beaming with pride, of course. Craig returns to the fold in honour of the brand new Vampire Weekend album Only God Was Above Us, as he details his career-spanning choice cuts from the New York City faithful. Before that, we've got a busy news section and the reveal of our new Patreon-exclusive project.Don't forget, you can get this and every new NO ENCORE episode 24 hours early and ad-free, AND additional bonus audio content by signing up to Patreon.com/noencoreACT ONE: The preamble in which we ramble - Dave nods to a classic movie score before responding to some listener criticism, while Adam introduces the NO ENCORE Album Club.ACT TWO (13:50): Eurovision participants reject boycott calls, 40 years of song lyrics go under the microscope, Calvin Harris battles critics and jet lag, Shakira arrives late to the Barbie party, Laura Dern endorses Taylor Swift, and a rare find just may provoke Craig's interest.ACT THREE (45:03): Top 5 Vampire Weekend Songs. -Follow Craig Fitzpatrick on Instagram / X