Episode 64 - Murkage Dave on Jamie T, Panic Prevention

"FUCKING CROSSAINT!"Welcome to “This Album” with William Hann — the podcast where each episode dives deep an album.In this episode, I'm joined by the brilliant Murkage Dave — songwriter, producer, club DJ, and one of modern UK music’s most unique voices. Together we unpack Jamie T’s legendary debut album Panic Prevention, exploring its impact on British culture, its fusion of indie, hip‑hop, and reggae influences, and why it still resonates nearly two decades later.We also discuss:The making of Murkage Dave’s new album Brute Thoughts Growing up in Thatcher’s Britain and how it shaped his musicThe state of the modern music industry and streaming cultureBuilding a genuine fan community in an algorithm‑driven worldThe power of creativity, self‑expression, and saying “yes” to opportunityAn honest take on Jamie T’s artistry, from Sheila to If You’ve Got the MoneyHear stories about working with Damon Albarn, appearing on Gorillaz: Demon Days Live, running the iconic Murkage Mondays club nights, and memories of the UK indie scene of the 2000s — from Arctic Monkeys and The Streets to LCD Soundsystem and Oasis.Featured Topics & Keywords:MUrkage Dave interview, Jamie T Panic Prevention analysis, UK indie sleaze, British music podcast, album breakdown, creative inspiration, Brute Thoughts 2024, William Hann podcast. Murkage Dave Live DatesVillage Underground (London) – March 19YES (Manchester) – March 20Stream or pre‑order Brute Thoughts everywhere now.Subscribe for more deep‑dive music conversations with the artists shaping sound and culture.#MurkageDave #JamieT #PanicPrevention #Podcast #UKMusic #ThisAlbum #WilliamHann #BruteThoughts #MusicInterview #AlbumPodcast