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Popnerd

Popnerd

By: Holly Carnegie
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The podcast all about pop music artists, their songwriting, their influences and what makes them tick. Host Holly Carnegie chats to a bunch of guests with some of the most successful songwriters and musicians in the world.

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Holly Carnegie
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  • Episode 4 - Trevor Horn
    May 28 2026

    Welcome to the fourth episode of Popnerd! Host Holly Carnegie chats to multi-Brit award winning producer Trevor Horn.


    Nicknamed 'the man who invented the 80s', Trevor shaped the sound of the decade through his work with ABC, Yes, Frankie Goes to Hollywood and Grace Jones.


    Trevor Horn Links:

    https://www.instagram.com/trevorhornmusic/

    https://www.awaywithmedia.com/tours/Trevor-Horn


    If you enjoyed this podcast, feel free to subscribe, and follow us on instagram @popnerdpodcast.


    Popnerd is made by Holly Carnegie

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    28 mins
  • Episode 3 - Haircut 100
    May 1 2026

    Welcome to the third episode of Popnerd! Host Holly Carnegie chats with Haircut 100 stars Nick Heyward and Blair Cunningham.


    With hits like 'Favourite Shirts (Boy Meets Girl)', 'Love Plus One' and 'Fantastic Day', the group are back together for their first record in over 40 years. Their distinctive new wave sound, blending funk rhythms with breezy pop melodies make for a truly irresistible combo.


    Haircut 100 Links:


    https://haircut100.com/

    https://www.instagram.com/haircutonehundred/?hl=en-gb

    https://www.instagram.com/nickheyward/

    https://www.instagram.com/blaircunningham660/reels/?hl=am-et


    If you enjoyed this podcast, feel free to subscribe, and follow us on instagram @popnerdpodcast.


    Popnerd is made by Holly Carnegie

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    22 mins
  • Episode 2 - Martin Kemp
    Mar 26 2026

    Welcome to the second episode of Popnerd! Host Holly Carnegie chats with musician and 80s icon Martin Kemp.


    Best known as the bassist for the new wave band Spandau Ballet, Martin played an integral role in their biggest hits, including 'True' and 'Gold'.


    In this interview, Martin talks about the early days of Spandau, his surprising love of country music, and performing live in front of 1.9 billion people at Live Aid.



    Martin Kemp Links:

    https://www.martinkempdj.com/

    https://www.instagram.com/martinjkemp/



    If you enjoyed this podcast, feel free to subscribe, and follow us on Instagram, @popnerdpodcast.


    Popnerd is made by Holly Carnegie.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    22 mins
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