Frankie Peroni presents an eclectic mix of music alongside fun segments and local issues, championing local artists and featuring the occasional guest.
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Dr Ruth Sharrock discusses the health benefits of quitting smoking, while Frankie Peroni’s local artist show features interviews and tracks from Rosalie Cunningham, Valkyrie, The Gardeners, and David Woodcock, alongside discussions of new albums like *Exposure* by Angel and the Melody Horns.
A young activist explains the importance of beach clean-ups for wildlife, while a special show spotlights Southend’s local music scene with tracks from artists like Basharin, Valkyrie, Phil Burdett, and David Woodcock, alongside interviews and podcast plugs.
Local band Bachelor discuss their new single "Cinnamon", presenter Frankie Peroni previews his track "Vita Nova" featuring Levent Basher, and guest Michelle Bappu talks about her album *Cable Car* and upcoming gigs including a Lee Folk Festival fundraiser on 17th August. The show covers eclectic music tastes, local artist promotions, beach cleanups, and Michelle’s influences from yoga and artists like Bowie and The Cure. Michelle also discusses her music career with Melody Group, local artists like Laura Veers, and cover versions including James Vincent McMurray’s *Higher Love*.
The presenter and guests discuss the completion of a local Rome building project, promote Southend community radio, and introduce Frankie Peroni’s new album with tracks like *A-L-I-M-A*. John Paul Elliott shares his songwriting process, Bloody Shenanigans’ upcoming gigs, and his influences, while local artists like Phil Boudette, Valkyrie, and David Woodcock are featured with their tracks. The show also pays tribute to Dr. Feelgood and Mick Ronson, covers 70s music, and highlights festivals like Garen’s Park Saturday dance and Manifest.
Morgan Condon from Motorcycle Display Team joins the show to discuss their upcoming EP release, their political song *"Shut Up and Take Your Medicine"* about Donald Trump, and their album *Where Man*, while picking Talk Talk’s *"Living in Another World"* and Jane’s Addiction’s *"Been Caught Stealing"* as standout tracks. The presenter and guest also chat about Talk Talk’s musical evolution following Mark Hollis’ death, Dead Daisies’ *"Light Them Up"*, and Keep Shelly in Athens’ cover of Blue Öyster Cult’s *"Don’t Fear the Reaper"*. Local topics include the Manifest Festival lineup, South End C
The organisers of Southend’s *Manifest Festival*—Mark, Lisa, Jules, Gemma, and Kaylee—discuss the festival’s lineup, family-friendly activities, combat sports, local music acts, and health & well-being workshops like yoga and sound healing ahead of the 12-14 July event at Garons Park. They highlight the festival’s ethos of mental health awareness, support for local artists, and ticket options, while sharing past event experiences and challenges in planning. The conversation also touches on local music scenes, tribute bands, and community involvement in the festival’s diverse programming.
The show covers Manifest Festival’s first camping event at Garans Park, highlighting its music lineup including Basharum, Mungo Hi-Fi featuring Eva Lazarus, and DJ Archie, alongside health and wellness activities like yoga and sauna therapy. Organisers Mark, Lisa, and Jules discuss the festival’s family-friendly areas, combat sports, and local artist features such as Valkyrie’s *Echoes* album. The episode also touches on marine conservation, Southend City Radio’s promotion, and ticket giveaways for the July 12–14 event.
Frankie Barone discusses local issues like parking fees and the Curzel development, promotes the Manifest festival and community events like beach cleanups, and interviews guitarist Levent from Basheron about their new album and upcoming gigs. The show features live performances from local bands like Marine Mammal and The Tuppany Bunters, alongside music recommendations spanning Frank Turner, Thin Lizzy, and Megadeth. Frankie also shares personal reflections on grief and environmental concerns, while previewing upcoming podcast guests and local radio station promotions.
Emma Scott hosts *Plugin Baby Radio Show* with Frankie Peroni promoting his album *The Best of Frankie Peroni*, discussing local artists like Rosalie Cunningham and Valkyrie, and interviewing Mark Cunningham about Sparks’ music and his 1974 purchase of *Pinball* by Brian Prothero. Sparks (Ron and Russell Mael) join to talk about their career, albums like *Kimono My House* and *Gratuitous Sax and Senseless Violins*, and their Glastonbury performances. The show also highlights tracks by The Marshmen, Bebop Deluxe, Sweet, Sex Pistols, John Paul Elliott, Pluto Sherwood, Michelle Beppu, Joe Walsh,
Frankie Perroni’s show features cover versions, deep dives into classic tracks like Mott the Hoople’s *Roll Away the Stone* and Ultravox’s *Artificial Life*, local artist spotlights including Valkyrie and Phil Boudette, and playful segments on food combos like hot chips with strawberry milkshake. The episode also includes dedications to Bowie fans, Stranglers tracks, and debates on alcohol-free spirits, alongside live performances from bands like The Tupini Bunters and Basharan.
Frankie Peroni launches his new show with a deep dive into Dagenham’s punk scene, featuring tracks like *Bodies* by Sex Pistols and a debate on punk versus rock and roll. The episode highlights Southend’s dormant venues like The Kursaal, promotes local artists including Phil Boudette and LeVent Becheran, and includes a *Dragon’s Den*-style segment for a parachute shop franchise idea. Dedications, beer-drinking anthems, and live gig reviews—including The Lemonheads at Town & Country Club—round out the eclectic mix.
