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EPISODE · Feb 2, 2026 · 52 MIN

BRIAN ENO - Before And After Science: Rock as quantum physics?

from Classic Rock And Prog Almanac · host timothyappleton

This week Tim discussed Brian Eno’s fifth album Before And After Science. Topics discussed include: the influence of Erik Satie on Brian Eno, the role of humour on the album, the Talking Heads connection, the extent to which Eno can be considered a minimalist, the hauntological dimension of Eno’s music, and what Eno understands by science. Also, how can one sum up the Carry On films? Why is Eno obsessed with spiders? What constitutes a claim to fame story? Which famous hitchhiker did Tim’s dad pick up on the M1? And most importantly, who’s Kurt?

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