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4. Golden Touch

2005 to '06 is the pinnacle of UK Indie Sleaze, when Razorlight, Arctic Monkeys and The Kooks take over the mainstream. But with success comes the inevitable backlash...

2005 to '06 is the pinnacle of UK Indie Sleaze, as Razorlight, Arctic Monkeys, The Kaiser Chiefs and The Kooks well and truly take over the mainstream. Scrappy guitar bands are now dominating the BRIT Awards and playing to an audience of 2 billion at Live 8. But with success comes the inevitable backlash...

Featured interviewees include Johnny Borrell and Luke Pritchard
Presented by Kate Nash
Produced by Jack Howson & Rich Power
A Peanut & Crumb production for ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Sounds & 6 Music

Warning: this episode contains strong language, adult themes and descriptions of drug use, which some listeners may find distressing. Details of help and support are available at bbc.co.uk/actionline

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18 minutes

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Mon 11 Aug 2025 00:45

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  • Mon 28 Jul 2025 00:45
  • Mon 11 Aug 2025 00:45

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