Hit That Perfect Beat - The London Records Story

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From underground misfits to global hitmakers, ‘Hit That Perfect Beat - The Story of London Records’ is a thrilling, no-holds-barred journey through one of the most influential eras in British music, and the maverick label that helped define it.London Records didn’t just follow trends: it created them. Born in the chaos of the early 1980s, the label was fuelled by instinct, risk-taking, and big personalities. What followed was a cultural explosion that would shape pop, dance, and club music for decades to come.Through exclusive interviews and first-hand accounts, journalist Siân Pattenden speaks with the artists, executives, and insiders who lived through it all. From the DIY beginnings of Bananarama and Blancmange, to the global domination of Fine Young Cannibals, this is the inside story of how hits were made, and sometimes lost.Along the way, legendary voices like Pete Tong reveal how a generation-defining sound emerged from late-night clubs and record shop imports, while artists like Goldie and Orbital show how London Records helped push electronic music into the mainstream, changing the sound of modern Britain forever.But this isn’t just a story of success. It’s a story of ambition, excess, and the realities of fame. From the dizzying highs of chart-topping acts like East 17 to the personal and creative struggles behind the scenes, the series pulls back the curtain on an industry where fortunes were made, and sometimes lost, overnight.You’ll also discover how the label helped launch bold, era-defining acts like All Saints and Sugababes, while navigating the shifting tides of the music business, from vinyl to CDs to the digital revolution that changed everything.This isn’t just music history, it’s the story of how culture moves. It’s about rebellion, creativity, identity, and the power of a great song to change lives. Whether you lived through these moments or are discovering them for the first time, this podcast puts you right in the room where it happened: the deals, the risks, the parties, the breakthroughs.Packed with unforgettable stories, iconic tracks, and the people who were really there, ‘Hit That Perfect Beat - The Story of London Records Story’ is unmissable listening. Follow London Records for clips, more content and to send us your questions and thoughts:InstagramLondon RecordsTikTokFacebookWebsite ‘Hit That Perfect Beat - The London Records Story’ compilation is released on 2CD / Digital on June 12, 2026 and available to pre-order now Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Hit That Perfect Beat: The London Records Story | Episode 5 - Finale

2026-06-03 · 55 min

In this final chapter, London Records faces its greatest challenge yet: surviving success in a changing world.The late 90s bring a new wave of polished, global pop. Acts like All Saints redefine the sound of the era:…
Hit That Perfect Beat: The London Records Story | Episode 4 - Mo Money, Mo Problems

2026-05-27 · 1 hr 1 min

By the mid-90s, London Records is flying high, but success comes at a price. In this episode, journalist Siân Pattenden dives into the intoxicating, and sometimes destructive world of pop stardom.At the heart of it all…
Hit That Perfect Beat: The London Records Story | Episode 3 - FFRR

2026-05-20 · 46 min

The beat drops and everything changes.While London Records dominates the pop charts, a new underground movement is erupting across the UK. Acid house. Rave. Electronic music. This isn’t just a trend: it’s a cultural…
Hit That Perfect Beat: The London Records Story | Episode 2 - The Pop Years

2026-05-13 · 48 min

From London to Los Angeles, this is where London Records goes global.As the label finds its footing, the stakes get bigger, and so do the ambitions. What started as a scrappy UK label is now breaking America, and…
Hit That Perfect Beat: The London Records Story | Episode 1 - A New Era

2026-05-06 · 48 min

Before the hits, before the headlines, there was chaos, instinct… and a gamble.Welcome to the birth of London Records: a label that didn’t just ride the wave of 1980s pop, but helped create it. In this opening episode,…
Hit That Perfect Beat: The London Records Story - Trailer

2026-04-29 · 1 min

You know the songs. Now hear the story.From underground outsiders to global hitmakers, Hit That Perfect Beat – The Story of London Records is the inside story of the label that helped shape modern British…

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Oldest episode in feed: 04/2026
Typical length: 43 min
Format: Episodic Newest first, episodes stand alone
Keywords: music industry podcast, artist interviews podcast, music history podcast, pop music podcast, dance music podcast, record label podcast, UK music podcast, London music

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