Words - The Bee Gees Podcast

1991's 'High Civilization' had producer Femi Jiya working with the Bee Gees to create a sound that emphasised percussion, rhythm and abrasive, industrial soundscapes. The result is a departure from the traditional Bee Gees sound, and an album that has often divided opinion. Despite continued lack of promotion and success in North America, the album and subsequent tour proved to be a hit in Europe. Stuart and Cristiano compare their varying perspectives on this album, running through the five songs on side one, and uncovering a lost concept album along the way. Are you ready for high civilization? Find us on social media @wordsbeegeespodcast. Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Across April-December 1989, the Bee Gees undertook a world tour to accompany the album 'One'. With the Melbourne concert appearing in the 2014 'Warner Years' compilation, and a 2018 release of the 'Live In Australia' concert footage, there is plenty of reference material for this all-encompassing tour, and Stuart and Cristiano look through the setlist and compare the live renditions to the original studio recordings. In 1990, the Bee Gees released an extensive compilation titled 'Tales From The Brothers Gibb', chronicling the Gibb catalogue from 1967-89, and Stuart and Cristiano reflect upon this release and its significance. Find us on social media @wordsbeegeespodcast. Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The second side of 'One' continues with the album's smooth, AOR style, with Robin's R&B pop 'Tokyo Nights', Maurice's smoky 'House of Shame' and the album's centrepiece tribute to Andy, 'Wish You Were Here'. Stuart and Cristiano consider the album as released on CD in the UK, with 'Wing And A Prayer' as the closing track, and also discuss the Bee Gees' song for the 1988 Olympic Games. Find us on social medias @wordsbeegeespodcast. Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

First released in April 1989, 'One' was the Bee Gees' second offering with label Warner, and like its predecessor 'E.S.P.', it would follow the trajectory of scoring high in Europe whilst struggling with the North American market. Despite this, Stuart and Cristiano discuss the album's American-sounding adult-oriented-rock production, and how this was an album shaped by the recent tragic events in the Gibb's lives. With two incredible ballads, two lead singles and a possible Michael Jackson reject composition, the five songs on side one represent the mood of the album. "Say goodbye, cruel world. No pity, no pain tonight. Whatever the cost, all is lost. And if it's love with no name, then it's all in the stars." Find us on social medias @wordsbeegeespodcast. Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pat O'Grady joins the show to discuss his publication 'Bee Gees, Process and Latent Elements in Music Production', breaking down his process of constructing the text and how he has interpreted different elements of the Gibb's music, such as examining the use of space and reverb in 'New York Mining Disaster 1941', or competent layering in 'You Win Again'. To find out more about the book and Pat O'Grady's work and career: Research Publications – Dr Pat O'Grady – Music Researcher, Educator and Artist Instagram: Pat O'Grady (@pogmusic) • Instagram photos and videos Find us on social media @wordsbeegeespodcast. Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It was during a stormy drive in the early 1980s that David English and Barry Gibb came up with the carpe diem concept that would become the film 'Hawks', released in 1988. To accompany the film, a soundtrack was released containing mostly new Gibb songs recorded across 1986-88, and this would become Barry Gibb's second solo studio album. Find us on social media @wordsbeegeespodcast. Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stuart and Cristiano try a little moonlight madness and discuss the five demos for Barry's second solo project of the 1980s. Following on from 'Now Voyager', these compositions see Barry taking a more rhythmic and percussive approach, with long-form song structures that contain winding and developing verses. Vocal split extracts created through LALAL.AI: Vocal Remover & Instrumental AI Splitter | LALAL.AI Find us on social media @wordsbeegeespodcast. Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stuart and Cristiano explore Andy Gibb's work surrounding and following on from his three studio albums, covering Andy's roles in musical theatre, hosting entertainment shows on television, live tours, and a handful of demos recorded with his brothers. This episode is dedicated in his memory, celebrating the life and music of the youngest Gibb brother. Vocal split extracts created through LALAL.AI: Vocal Remover & Instrumental AI Splitter | LALAL.AI Find us on social media @wordsbeegeespodcast. Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tim Roxborogh returns to the podcast for a discussion of all things 'E.S.P.', running through the tracks on the album and its legacy. Follow Tim's work here: The Roxborogh Report - Travel & Music. By New Zealand broadcaster & writer Tim Roxborogh. Find us on social media @wordsbeegeespodcast. Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stuart and Cristiano flip over 'E.S.P.' and discuss the second side of the album, which proves to be an eclectic handful of songs, going from the career-spanning more-rap-less-crap 'This Is Your Life' to the Motown pastiche 'Crazy For Your Love', and all the way to the funky grooves of 'Backtafunk'. Find us on social media @wordsbeegeespodcast. Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In 1987, six years since their last studio album, the brothers returned. Reuniting with Arif Mardin, and equipped with all of the contemporary production effects and studio technology, the resulting album, 'E.S.P.', was a fresh-sounding embarkation into the next chapter in the tale of the Brothers Gibb. Heralded by the chart-topping single 'You Win Again', the Bee Gees were back in the spotlight... at least in most territories outside of North America. Stuart and Cristiano discuss the story of how this album came to be, detailing the brothers' new record deal with Warner, and examine the five songs which comprise side one of 'E.S.P.' Find us on social media @wordsbeegeespodcast. Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Throughout the first half of the 1980s, as the Bee Gees took a break from their band moniker and looked towards writing and producing for other artists, and Barry and Robin explored the next stages of their solo careers, Maurice was all the while tinkering away in the background, writing music intended for the background. This episode explores the soundtrack works (and various leftover compositions) composed by Maurice. This covers 'Living Eyes' era instrumentals, a Marti Webb showtune, a solo single and various film scores, the primary example being the music for 1984's 'A Breed Apart'. Stuart and Cristiano work their way through this eclectic collection of music, shining a light on Maurice's deft synthesiser skills and craft for arranging evocative soundscapes. Find us on social medias @wordsbeegeespodcast. Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In 1985, Maurice and Robin began working with Carola on an album that would materialise in May 1986, titled 'Runaway'. Released in Sweden, the album has since become a lost part of the Gibb discography, often overlooked or forgotten amidst the surrounding Gibb collaborations of the era with established artists such as Kenny Rogers and Diana Ross. But unlike 'Eaten Alive' or 'Eyes That See In The Dark', it was the twins who took the reigns on this project, and as Stuart and Cristiano discuss, the result is an incredibly poppy and synthetic album, carrying forwards many of the styles from Robin's three 1980s solo albums. Find us on social media @wordsbeegeespodcast. Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

'Walls Have Eyes' is Robin Gibb's fourth studio album, and the third in as many years in the 1980s. Coming so soon after 'Secret Agent', this album does feel like a natural successor to Robin's 1983 and 1984 solo efforts, but more of a smooth, clean and refined production. With frequent songwriting contribitions from Barry, 'Walls Have Eyes' does have a notable "Bee Gees" flavour, and as Stuart and Cristiano discuss, it could just be the missing album link between 'Living Eyes' and 'E.S.P.' Find us on social media @wordsbeegeespodcast. Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In 1985, Diana Ross released her sixteenth solo album, 'Eaten Alive'. The next instalment in the run of albums that the Gibbs wrote and produced for their chosen artists, 'Eaten Alive' allowed the Bee Gees the opportunity to pay homage to Motown, delve into mid-80s dance, and produce a set of ballad standards, all fit for Diana Ross. Stuart and Cristiano explore the album and and its development with the available demos, and reflect on its reputation forty years later. Find us on social media @wordsbeegeespodcast. Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From learning lessons in love to escaping the ominous 'hunter', side two of Barry Gibb's 'Now Voyager' proves to be as eclectic as side one, whilst retaining the heart of Bee Gees music, with timeless Gibb love ballads such as 'Stay Alone' and 'One Night (For Lovers)'. Stuart and Cristiano conclude their thoughts on this album and of the film, and share listener thoughts and critical reviews. Vocal split extracts created through LALAL.AI: Vocal Remover & Instrumental AI Splitter | LALAL.AI Find us on social media @wordsbeegeespodcast. Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In 1984, Barry Gibb released his first studio album, 'Now Voyager'. This was accompanied by a film consisting of music videos from the album tracks, all strung together by an abstract and dream-induced narrative. Failing to make a large commercial impact, and possibly curtailing the multi-album deal which Barry had signed, the album and film have become a curio of the time, often overlooked or disregarded like so many Gibb projects of the period. Stuart and Cristiano discuss the story behind the project and its ambitious origins, as well as the songs on side one, and the film and its storyline. It's a mystery that is the universe, ten times the speed of sound. It's Now Voyager. Find us on social media @wordsbeegeespodcast. Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stuart and Cristiano lower their spy glasses, switch on X-ray vision and accept their mission of reviewing Robin's 1984 album, 'Secret Agent'. Despite the album brimming with the trademark Robin & Maurice catchy choruses, earworm hooks, and plenty of ooohs and aaahs, this is a divisive album that is often overlooked and dismissed amongst the wider Gibb discography. It's time to go b-b-b-back to this quirky synthpop album and find out how it holds up over forty years after its release. Find us on social media @wordsbeegeespodcast. Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stuart and Cristiano follow the evening star and arrive at side two of 'Eyes That See In The Dark'. With the quality demos, plus a leftover song, the Bee Gees once again prove that the albums given away to other artists were as strong (and where these demos are concerned for Stuart and Cristiano, arguably stronger) than the contemporary material released under their own name. Find us on social medias @wordsbeegeespodcast. Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The next artist in the 1980s to receive an album overseen by the Gibbs was Kenny Rogers, with his 1983 album 'Eyes That See In The Dark'. Stuart and Cristiano return to this buried treasure as they discuss side one of the album. As expected from a collaboration with Rogers, country influences are abound, with appearances from Dolly Parton and the Gatlin Brothers. And with Barry and Maurice taking on a majority of the song writing, there is a return to the style of the early 1970s, with the simplicity and refined quality of the compositions, all of which is proven by the astounding set of demos on which this album was founded. Find us on social medias @wordsbeegeespodcast. Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Roger Ebert stated that "sequels are almost always pale imitations" of their predecessors, and this could be argued for 'Staying Alive', the 1983 follow-up to 1977's cultural phenomenon 'Saturday Night Fever'. The Bee Gees returned to contribute five original pieces for the soundtrack, and whilst these compositions may not be as recognised or revered as the Gibb's contributions to the 1977 film, Stuart and Cristiano find a lot to admire and appreciate in this material. Vocal split extracts created through LALAL.AI: Vocal Remover & Instrumental AI Splitter | LALAL.AI Find us on social media @wordsbeegeespodcast. Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stuart and Cristiano discuss Robin's second solo album, released in May 1983, 'How Old Are You?'. A departure from the baroque orchestrations and wartime tales which filled Robin's 1969-70 solo efforts, this album sees Robin, with collaborator Maurice, embracing contemporary influences, ranging from Europop to new wave synth. Find us on social medias @wordsbeegeespodcast. Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In September 1982, Dionne Warwick released 'Heartbreaker', an album produced by the indomitable Gibb-Galuten-Richardson team. With the chart-topping title track, and success with follow-ups 'All The Love In The World' and 'Take The Short Way Home', Dionne Warwick had reasserted herself as a leading artist once again after a career that had already seen many heights since 1962. Stuart and Cristiano delve into this R&B and adult-contempo album, as well as the demos and some leftover songs. Find us on social medias @wordsbeegeespodcast. Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stuart and Cristiano turn over 'Living Eyes' and discuss the five songs on the second side. Being such a prolific period for the Gibbs, there is also a collection of leftover and unreleased songs from the recording sessions, including a 1982 single for Leo Sayer. Critical reviews and listener thoughts are shared as Stuart and Cristiano conclude their opinions on this fascinating Bee Gees album. Vocal split extracts created through LALAL.AI: Vocal Remover & Instrumental AI Splitter | LALAL.AI Find us on social medias @wordsbeegeespodcast. Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stuart and Cristiano return for the fourth season with 1981's 'Living Eyes'. In the midst of legal affairs with RSO, a disco backlash, and a shake-up to the recording style and personnel which had accompanied the Gibbs over the previous five years, the resulting album, which also had a smash-hit predecessor in 'Spirits Having Flown' to live up to, was always going to suffer. And although the album struggled commercially and critically, and subsequently dismissed by the Brothers Gibb, it has gone on to become a fan favourite. A return to natural voices, orchestral bombast and the triumphant return of Robin and Maurice on lead vocals make this album a special one. In this first part, Stuart and Cristiano discuss the context of the album's recording, and the five songs that comprise side one. Tim Roxborogh - 'Living Eyes at 40' - Barry Gibb With Tim Roxborogh On The 40th Anniversary Of Living Eyes - 2021 - YouTube Vocal split extracts created through LALAL.AI: Vocal Remover & Instrumental AI Splitter | LALAL.AI…

The vocal prowess of Barbra Streisand with the production and songwriting talents of the Gibb-Galuten team... it's a match made in music heaven. And the results prove it. The album 'Guilty', released September 1980, stormed to number one all over the world, accompanied by chart-topping singles. Closing off Season 3 with style, Stuart and Cristiano discuss this masterful album, comparing the finished product to Barry's demos, whilst also exploring Streisand's earlier work, to understand how this project came to such magical fruition. Find us on social medias @wordsbeegeespodcast. Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In May 1980, Jimmy Ruffin released his seventh and final studio album, 'Sunrise'. This often-overlooked album consisted of compositions by Robin Gibb and Blue Weaver (with contributions from Barry, Maurice and Andy), with the pair also producing the album. 'Sunrise' is a fascinating combination of the distinct Robin Gibb lyrics, Weaver's trademark arrangements and Ruffin's motown style. When Marcy Levy's vocals and 1970s soul sounds are added in, the result is a charming and totally unique album in the Gibb catalogue. Stuart and Cristiano delve into 'Sunrise', as well as some surrounding material from Robin. Hold On To My Love - Gulymix: JIMMY RUFFIN feat. ROBIN GIBB - Hold On To My Love - Extended Mix (gulymix) (youtube.com) Find us on social media @wordsbeegeespodcast. Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stuart and Cristiano delve into Andy Gibb's third and final studio album, 'After Dark', released in early 1980. The discourse which often surrounds this album focuses on the overdubs and input from Barry (who also pens almost all of the material on this album), due to Andy's declining vocal capabilities and his absence from recording sessions. However, there's a whole new side to 'After Dark', as Stuart will explain... Find us on social media @wordsbeegeespodcast. Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stuart and Cristiano return for side two of 'Spirits Having Flown', as well as a summary of the Bee Gees' accompanying tour of North America, and a reflection of the album over four decades later, with thoughts from contemporary critics and listeners of the podcast. Acapella ;Living Together' - Bee Gees Living Together (Vocal Track) - YouTube Follow the podcast on social media @wordsbeegeespodcast. Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spirits are flying high with this seminal 1979 release from the Bee Gees. Rounding off half a decade of chart topping singles and albums, 'Spirits Having Flown' epitomised the Brothers Gibb at the height of their game. Spotless production and arrangements, pitch-perfect falsettos and a refinement of the disco and ballads styles which had defined their recent material, all culminating in one of the group's best regarded, and best selling, albums. In Part One, Stuart and Cristiano discuss side one of the album, and the context of its recording. Vocal only Too Much Heaven: Bee Gees - Too Much Heaven - Acapella (Only Vocals) - (Vocal Track) - YouTube Follow the podcast on social media @wordsbeegeespodcast. Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stuart and Cristiano return to the youngest Gibb brother for Andy's second album, 'Shadow Dancing'. Released in 1978, this is an album of two halves; side one: Barry, and side two: Andy. With a majority of the latter's compositions being relegated to the album's second side in favour of his elder brother and Blue Weaver's single-worthy material on side one - which included chart-topping hits such as the title track, 'Our Love (Don't Throw It All Away)' and 'An Everlasting Love' - there's a whole different side to this album which is far too often overlooked, with Andy developing his country singer-songwriter approach from 'Flowing Rivers' and adapting to his disco and pop surroundings. Find us on social media @wordsbeegeespodcast. Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stuart and Cristiano are joined by Andrew Sandoval, curator of Bee Gees reissues, author of 'The Day-By-Day Story 1945-1972', contributor to the 'Ultimate Biography' and renowned radio host, music producer and performer. Sandoval discusses his journey through the Gibb catalogue, from his 1997 recording of 'Nobody's Someone', to the joys and tribulations of reissuing the Bee Gees' music, through to his current work hosting 'Come To The Sunshine' and his involvement with the Monkees' discography. Come To The Sunshine radio show: WFMU: Come to the Sunshine with Andrew Sandoval: Playlists and Archives Find us on social media @wordsbeegeespodcast. Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From the Odyssey Disco dancefloor to Pepperland and all the way to Rydell High, the Bee Gees' output across 1977-78 is unparalleled. With a chart topping soundtrack album, and a collection of songs which are renowned as some of the finest in popular music, the brothers Gibb were at an all time high that not even the failure of the fever dream 'Sgt. Pepper's...' project could diminish. Stayin' Alive, How Deep Is Your Love, Night Fever, More Than A Woman... for many, these songs define the Bee Gees, but as ever there's always a lot more to uncover from this period. Gibbology on 'Sgt. Pepper's...' here: https://beegeespod.wordpress.com/ Find us on social media @wordsbeegeespodcast. Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stuart and Cristiano explore the early songs and debut album by Andy Gibb. From teenage singer-songwriter beginnings in Australia, to chart-topping singles in 1977, Andy Gibb proves to be just as prolific and productive in his formative years as his brothers before him. Zenta recordings from Trevor Norton here: Trevor Norton - YouTube This episode features 'Twinky', with thanks to Andrew Sandoval. Come To The Sunshine: WFMU: Come to the Sunshine with Andrew Sandoval: Playlists and Archives Special thanks to Joseph Brennan for providing the demo of 'Flowing Rivers'. Find us on social media @wordsbeegeespodcast. Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Preceded by the radio and dancefloor chart-topper 'You Should Be Dancing', and succeeded by further top ten album singles, 'Children Of The World' is as commercial as they come, whilst the double live LP 'Here At Last...' encapsulates the Bee Gees on stage and riding high on their newfound success. Stuart and Cristiano delve into these two albums, and are honoured to have Vince Melouney answer their questions on 'Let It Ride', a song which he co-wrote with Barry Gibb in 1976. "What you doin' on your bed on your back?" the Bee Gees ask, and quite right too, as 1976 is as productive a year as ever for the Brothers Gibb. We should all be dancing! Tall Poppy Syndrome & Let It Ride: Music | Tall Poppy Syndrome (bandcamp.com) Find us on social media @wordsbeegeespodcast. Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stuart and Cristiano discuss the Bee Gees’ breakout release from 1975. The realisation of Barry’s falsetto, the developing R&B and disco influences, and the input from new surroundings in America and collaborators Blue Weaver and Albhy Galuten result in a commercial, critical and chart success of an album for the Brothers Gibb. It’s time for the ‘Main Course’… Country Lanes Vocal Only - Bee Gees - Country Lanes - Vocals - YouTube Find us on social media @wordsbeegeespodcast. Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Renowned radio host, travel writer and Bee Gees fanatic Tim Roxborogh joins the podcast to share his thoughts and memories of 'Mr. Natural'. Stuart and Cristiano also go through listener opinions and critical reviews, and conclude their thoughts on the album that is too frequently overlooked by history (and the Bee Gees!). The Roxborogh Report Find us on social media @wordsbeegeespodcast. Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stuart and Cristiano return to pick up where they left off, starting in 1974 with 'Mr. Natural'. Working with the prolific and renowned R&B producer and arranger Arif Mardin, the Bee Gees uncovered a new sound, and one which would come to define their music forever. Soft keyboards, luscious strings and breathy vocals, all blended with Mardin's R&B and American touch, results in one of the most fascinating Bee Gees albums. In Part 1, Stuart and Cristiano go through the album and the story of its recording. There's a lot to say about this one… Acapella 'Mr. Natural' - BEE GEES (ACAPELLA) MR. NATURAL - YouTube Find us on social media @wordsbeegeespodcast Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stuart and Cristiano reach the end of their travels through the Bee Gees' formative years in Australia, and wrap up Season 2, by discussing the rest of the brothers' music and activities of 1966. Throughout the remainder of this year, the Bee Gees gave a large amount of material to other artists, and they recorded a collection of covers of musical standards remaining as productive and prolific as ever. All of this before they set sail for the UK in 1967, and the rest is history… Find us on social media @wordsbeegeespodcast. Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s 1966, a revolutionary year for the commercial music landscape, which has dramatically changed since the Gibb family arrived in Australia. The new studio space and endless time spent there allows the Bee Gees to let loose and produce a vast and eclectic amount of material over the course of this year. Maurice has his first compositions and collaborates with Nat Kipner, Robin also debuts his solo compositions and develops his unique style, and Barry continues to adapt to his musical surroundings. Stuart and Cristiano go through the first half of 1966, detailing the Bee Gees’ second studio album ‘Spicks and Specks’, as well as a collection of additional material. Find us on social media @wordsbeegeespodcast. Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stuart and Cristiano follow the wind and travel to 1965 for the second part in their journey through the Bee Gees’ early years in Australia. With a development in songwriting style, and various notable debuts, including Bill Shepherd’s first involvement with the Gibbs, the release of the Bee Gees’ first ‘studio’ album, and the first known lead vocal from Robin, 1965 is a year of change. The music landscape worldwide is expanding vastly, and Barry is quick to adapt and evolve his songwriting to match the new sounds of this important year in popular music. Find us on social media @wordsbeegeespodcast. Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stuart and Cristiano begin their journey through the Gibb's music that was composed, recorded and released during their time in Australia. Having emigrated to Australia in 1958, Barry, Robin and Maurice soon put their musical gift into practice, recording material for themselves and other artists. The result is a long, long list of compositions (many still unreleased), all of which in Part 1 are written by Barry. Whilst the quality of compositions varies, from the Mersey beat hit-that-never-was Claustrophobia to the dance-craze inspired Stomp, the clear talent of the brothers from such an early age is on full display. This is where it all started.. Find us on social media @wordsbeegeespodcast. Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Recorded at the Record Plant in late 1972 for an intended 1973 release, before ultimately being shelved, ‘A Kick In The Head Is Worth Eight In The Pants’ is the holy grail of any Bee Gees collection. Stuart and Cristiano try to make sense of the story surrounding this album and its fate. Was it cancelled because of 'Wouldn't I Be Someone's' poor performance? And was it RSO or the Bee Gees themselves who pulled the plug? And, most pressingly, do the songs follow the narrative concept set up in 'Life In A Tin Can'? There’s a lot to unpack… Find us on Instagram and Facebook @wordsbeegeespodcast, and on Twitter @wordsbeegeespod. Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stuart and Cristiano open the lid on the Bee Gees’ ‘Life In A Tin Can’ and discuss their (mis)interpretations of the album’s loose concept. Released in January 1973 - only three months after ‘To Whom It May Concern’! - and recorded in L.A. with arranger Johnny Pate, this is an album that saw the brothers covering new territory. Despite garnering little chart action, Stuart and Cristiano uncover ‘Life In A Tin Can’s’ ever-growing charm and appeal, with its matured songwriting, sophisticated arrangements, authentic instrumentation and heart-meltingly beautiful vocals from Robin. Find us on Instagram and Facebook @wordsbeegeespodcast, and on Twitter @wordsbeegeespod. Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're joined for this special episode by Joseph Brennan. Having founded the 'Gibb Songs' website, Brennan went on to contribute to the 'Ultimate Biography' and later album reissue projects. We talk to Joseph about the origins of 'Gibb Songs', the Bee Gees' unreleased material, his involvement with the reissues and the 'Ultimate Biography', and the brilliance of Maurice Gibb! Find us on Instagram and Facebook @wordsbeegeespodcast, and on Twitter @wordsbeegeespod. Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stuart and Cristiano hold a party and delve through this eclectic 1972 release from the Bee Gees. 'To Whom It May Concern' displays the Bee Gees let loose and at their truest selves, the album brimming with creativity and showing everything that the brothers have to offer. The music ranges from rollicking blues to pretty Barry ballads, and from Moog melodies to paper mache, cabbages and kings! But how was the album regarded upon its release, and have opinions changed today? Find us on Instagram and Facebook @wordsbeegeespodcast, and on Twitter @wordsbeegeespod. Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Journey back to 1971… or 1805… as Stuart and Cristiano peel back Pocock’s ‘The Battle of Trafalgar’ painting to examine the Bee Gees album beneath. 'Trafalgar' sees the Brothers Gibb return to the majestic, almost-concept album territory of ‘Odessa’, with an abundance of beautiful ballads, soaring vocals and heartfelt lyrics. With various leftover tracks, including commercial jingles and a nineteenth century anthem, as well as an accompanying tour and extra recording activity to discuss, this is another jam-packed episode, but that's just the way it is. Find us on social media @wordsbeegeespodcast. Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stuart and Cristiano return to explore the Bee Gees' comeback album, '2 Years On'. Released in November 1970 after the reunion of Robin, Maurice and Barry, and including the hit single 'Lonely Days', this is a crucial album in the Gibb timeline; but how does it fare over half a century later? Find us on social media @wordsbeegeespodcast. Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stuart and Cristiano discuss the follow-up to ‘Robin’s Reign’ that never was. Compiled from material composed and recorded in 1970, ‘Sing Slowly Sisters’ is filled with Robin’s signature story lyrics, earworm melodies and haunting arrangements - but would it have made a worthy second album, or should it have been combined with Maurice and Barry's abandoned solo works of the time to make the Bee Gees album that never was? Find us on social media @wordsbeegeespodcast. Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amidst the disarray surrounding the Bee Gees in 1969 and 1970, Barry composed and recorded a collection of material that has become known as ‘The Kid’s No Good’. However, the pretty acoustic ballads and forays into country, as well as his studio work with P.P. Arnold and a collection of poems all prove that Barry couldn’t be further from the moniker of ‘no good’. GSI Barry Gibb poetry collection: Barry Gibb poems Gibb Service International (brothersgibb.org) Find us on social media @wordsbeegeespodcast. Email us: wordsbeegeespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.