Memories of The Human League | Dare with Comedian Will Burns

How does a toddler interrupting church hymns to demand Kylie Minogue evolve into a Britain’s Got Talent Golden Buzzer winner with a 1,000-record vinyl collection? This week, Jamie sits down with brilliant comedy impressionist and musician Will Burns to spin The Human League’s 1981 masterpiece, Dare!. This seminal album defined an entire era, capturing the exact moment electronic music shifted from avant-garde synth experimentation into polished, global pop perfection. Will shares his musical roots, his late-blooming obsession with vinyl that started on a £30 turntable, his BGT experience with Ant & Dec, and why Phil Oakey's high-fashion synth-pop vision remains an absolute triumph. EPISODE ROADMAP Childhood & First Spins: A brilliant story of standing in a church aisle as a toddler demanding Kylie Minogue, and his early exposure to Van Morrison, Depeche Mode, and Bronski Beat. The 1,000-Record Evolution: How a modest £30 turntable and a copy of Nirvana’s Nevermind sparked a massive, lifelong vinyl collecting obsession. The "Sliding Doors" Nightclub Moment: Remembering the legendary history of Phil Oakey recruiting two teenagers from Sheffield's Crazy Daisy nightclub to save the band. The BGT Stage to the Turntable: Will reflects on his Golden Buzzer journey on Britain's Got Talent and incorporating classic 80s sounds into his comedy. Album Deep-Dive: The Vogue-inspired glam aesthetic, revolutionary synthesizer structures, and the accidental triumph of "Don't You Want Me." The Friday Spin: Will highlights a modern atmospheric double-album masterpiece from a true musical icon. DARE! TRACK-BY-TRACK HIGHLIGHTS "The Things That Dreams Are Made Of": The glorious, optimistic synth opener that sets the cinematic tone for the entire record. "Love Action (I Believe in Love)": A sleek, bass-heavy electronic groove that perfectly bridges underground New Wave with mainstream pop appeal. "Don't You Want Me": The iconic, generation-defining anthem that the band originally dismissed as a filler track before it conquered the world. THE FRIDAY SPIN RECOMMENDATIONFor this week's Friday Spin, Will shines a spotlight on a stunning, atmospheric double album from an avant-garde legend: Will's Choice: Aerial (Album) by Kate Bush. The Vibe: An immersive, beautifully expansive sonic landscape filled with natural soundscapes, lush instrumentation, and timeless artistry. CONNECT WITH THE CLUB! Playlist: Listen along to key tracks on our curated Spotify Companion Playlist. Instagram: Say hello and see our latest spins @jamieb1NINE73 Email: Got a music memory or a record story to share? Email us at [email protected] What was the first record that kicked off your vinyl collection? If you love personal music memories, building your record collection, and dissecting classic album history, hit subscribe and join the club!