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Tears For Fears: David Bates Interview Pt 1 (A & R Svengali, man who signed Tears For Fears)

Tears For Fears: David Bates Interview Pt 1 (A & R Svengali, man who signed Tears For Fears)

From80sography - 80s music interviews


Tears For Fears: David Bates Interview Pt 1 (A & R Svengali, man who signed Tears For Fears)

From80sography - 80s music interviews

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Length:
66 minutes
Released:
Feb 16, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Another great interview to add to the collection with the man who signed the boys in 1981 and was the only person there from the beginning through to the end of the 80s; A & R guy, David Bates.We spoke for three hours so edited it into two parts (2nd part next week).In this part, discover;* Which other huge band David wasn't allowed to sign* What caused Curt to cry while recording The Hurting* What was Curt's unique contribution to Everybody Wants To Rule The World* Why their success is due to a large flourescent pink duckAll this and more..enjoy.
Released:
Feb 16, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

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A deep dive into the decade the Taste Police denied, 80sography offers interviews with the great, the good and the even better of a time of originality, individuality and zestful vitality. Shumon!