Stupid & Contagious

This week is a wang week and we’re doing what we probably should’ve avoided… an Ask Us Anything?!

We’re talking first gigs, worst gigs, bands we loved then fell out with, bands everyone else loves that we just don’t get and the ones we’ll defend forever!
There are regrets, strong opinions, questionable memories, and at least one story we legally cannot explain properly!
If you want nostalgia, hot takes, and three grown men still arguing about 90s guitar music… this one’s for you.
This is Episode 129 — Ask Us Anything?!

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Welcome to The Stupid And Contagious podcast, a podcast focused on bringing you interviews with the bands that defined a generation!

That generation grew up in the 90s with the Grebo bands (Senseless Things, PWEI, Neds Atomic Dustbin, Mega City Four, The Wonderstuff and many more) on the UK side of the pond and quickly joined by the grunge bands (Nirvana, Mudhoney, Alice In Chains, Soundgarden and many more) on the US side of the pond.

We are not limiting ourselves to these genres though, we will chart the guitar bands from all genres throughout the decade that was the 1990s.

If you are into 1990s guitar music or just a music lover in general then this is the podcast for you!

Please also subscribe and follow the podcast on the social media links below

Stupid & Contagious Podcast
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In episode 128 we’re talking to a man who’s lived more lives than most people dream of!

He started out as a bike courier, picked up a camera, and somehow ended up photographing rock history - Lemmy, Ozzy, the Pistols, Henry Rollins, Sepultura… the list just keeps on going.
He’s shot legendary bands, directed music videos, crossed continents, and now lives full-time on a boat in the Mediterranean, because apparently normal life just wasn’t chaotic enough!

This is a proper deep dive into rock culture, DIY survival, and saying “fuck it” and doing things your own way.
This is Steve Payne or Paney, to his friends!

Stupid & Contagious STORE https://stupid-contagious-podcast.myshopify.com

Welcome to The Stupid And Contagious podcast, a podcast focused on bringing you interviews with the bands that defined a generation!

That generation grew up in the 90s with the Grebo bands (Senseless Things, PWEI, Neds Atomic Dustbin, Mega City Four, The Wonderstuff and many more) on the UK side of the pond and quickly joined by the grunge bands (Nirvana, Mudhoney, Alice In Chains, Soundgarden and many more) on the US side of the pond.

We are not limiting ourselves to these genres though, we will chart the guitar bands from all genres throughout the decade that was the 1990s.

If you are into 1990s guitar music or just a music lover in general then this is the podcast for you!

Please also subscribe and follow the podcast on the social media links below

Stupid & Contagious Podcast
Itunes https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/stupid-contagious/id1705645715
All the Socials! https://linktr.ee/stupidandcontagious
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/stupidandcontagiouspodcast
Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfPJ5FhcYAHO7UhrRtTtgGw
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/stupidandcontagiouspodcast/
Spotify MIXTAPE: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/57hiYCHcUies2xXq64FJcc
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In episode 127, we sit down with Andy Bollen (Captain America) and Derek McKee (Boyfriend) two key figures from the legendary early ’90s Scottish indie scene. Not only were they in two of its most revered bands, they were both in the room on the night Oasis were signed to Creation Records. Yep, that night

As if that wasn’t enough, Andy also toured with Nirvana during their Nevermind era right before they went stratospheric.

From backstage chaos to scene-defining moments, hear about their musical journeys and get an insider’s take on some truly era-defining events. Trust us, these stories are not to be missed. 🎸🔥

Stupid & Contagious STORE https://stupid-contagious-podcast.myshopify.com

Welcome to The Stupid And Contagious podcast, a podcast focused on bringing you interviews with the bands that defined a generation!

That generation grew up in the 90s with the Grebo bands (Senseless Things, PWEI, Neds Atomic Dustbin, Mega City Four, The Wonderstuff and many more) on the UK side of the pond and quickly joined by the grunge bands (Nirvana, Mudhoney, Alice In Chains, Soundgarden and many more) on the US side of the pond.

We are not limiting ourselves to these genres though, we will chart the guitar bands from all genres throughout the decade that was the 1990s.

If you are into 1990s guitar music or just a music lover in general then this is the podcast for you!

Please also subscribe and follow the podcast on the social media links below

Stupid & Contagious Podcast
Itunes https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/stupid-contagious/id1705645715
All the Socials! https://linktr.ee/stupidandcontagious
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/stupidandcontagiouspodcast
Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfPJ5FhcYAHO7UhrRtTtgGw
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/stupidandcontagiouspodcast/
Spotify MIXTAPE: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7wXNkXppBqE3ycQG60i7aQ
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In episode 126 we chat to Kevin Martin, the unmistakable voice behind Candlebox, one of the most enduring bands to emerge from the post-grunge era. From massive hits like Far Behind to navigating fame, backlash, and longevity in an unforgiving industry, Kevin’s career is a masterclass in resilience and authenticity.

In this episode, we talk about the realities of the grunge explosion, what it was really like coming up alongside Seattle legends, the misconceptions that followed Candlebox for decades, and how Kevin has continued to evolve as an artist and songwriter. This is an honest conversation about music, identity, survival, and what it means to stay true to yourself in a world that’s constantly trying to label you!

Stupid & Contagious STORE https://stupid-contagious-podcast.myshopify.com

Welcome to The Stupid And Contagious podcast, a podcast focused on bringing you interviews with the bands that defined a generation!

That generation grew up in the 90s with the Grebo bands (Senseless Things, PWEI, Neds Atomic Dustbin, Mega City Four, The Wonderstuff and many more) on the UK side of the pond and quickly joined by the grunge bands (Nirvana, Mudhoney, Alice In Chains, Soundgarden and many more) on the US side of the pond.

We are not limiting ourselves to these genres though, we will chart the guitar bands from all genres throughout the decade that was the 1990s.

If you are into 1990s guitar music or just a music lover in general then this is the podcast for you!

Please also subscribe and follow the podcast on the social media links below

Stupid & Contagious Podcast
Itunes https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/stupid-contagious/id1705645715
All the Socials! https://linktr.ee/stupidandcontagious
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/stupidandcontagiouspodcast
Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfPJ5FhcYAHO7UhrRtTtgGw
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/stupidandcontagiouspodcast/
Spotify MIXTAPE: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2Z379aspl0lyotVcefQ28h
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It's our end of year album special! In episode 125 it's time to go off piste again as Luke chats to some of our lovely listeners about their favourite albums of 2025! We escape from the 90s just for this one episode every year and it always proves popular so defo have a listen! Get some new recommendations from likeminded musos & get involved in the comments in our socials and let us know your picks! Strap in, it's a long one, might need a couple of sittings! Happy New Year!

Episode 125 is here, and it’s time to go off piste once again. Luke chats with some of our lovely listeners about their favourite albums of 2025!

We escape the 90s just this once (it’s tradition!) and, as always, this episode is a fan favourite. Expect loads of brilliant recommendations from like-minded musos and don’t forget to jump into the comments on our socials and tell us your picks too?

⚠️ Fair warning: it’s a long one. You might need a couple of sittings… but it’s worth it!

🎧 Strap in, hit play, and Happy New Year! 🥂

Stupid & Contagious STORE https://stupid-contagious-podcast.myshopify.com

Welcome to The Stupid And Contagious podcast, a podcast focused on bringing you interviews with the bands that defined a generation!

That generation grew up in the 90s with the Grebo bands (Senseless Things, PWEI, Neds Atomic Dustbin, Mega City Four, The Wonderstuff and many more) on the UK side of the pond and quickly joined by the grunge bands (Nirvana, Mudhoney, Alice In Chains, Soundgarden and many more) on the US side of the pond.

We are not limiting ourselves to these genres though, we will chart the guitar bands from all genres throughout the decade that was the 1990s.

If you are into 1990s guitar music or just a music lover in general then this is the podcast for you!

Please also subscribe and follow the podcast on the social media links below

Stupid & Contagious Podcast
Itunes https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/stupid-contagious/id1705645715
All the Socials! https://linktr.ee/stupidandcontagious
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/stupidandcontagiouspodcast
Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfPJ5FhcYAHO7UhrRtTtgGw
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/stupidandcontagiouspodcast/
Spotify MIXTAPE: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1Xl7Nm9V5Px8TBvpDUiJJa
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.