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In this special episode, host Stu Whiffen is joined by the one and only Dunstan Bruce—former frontman of Chumbawamba and the creative mind behind the powerful one-man show and documentary, "I Get Knocked Down."

Dunstan has spent decades challenging the status quo through music, activism, and storytelling. From anarcho-punk roots to mainstream success with “Tubthumping”, and beyond into bold new creative ventures, he continues to inspire with his unapologetic voice and relentless energy.

🎤 In this episode, we cover:

✅ The rise and wild ride of Chumbawamba

✅ Dunstan’s journey from chart-topping fame to political theatre and filmmaking

✅ The story behind I Get Knocked Down and reclaiming the narrative

✅ His views on activism, art, and staying loud in a world that wants you silent

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Welcome to Off The Beat & Track Podcast with me Stu Whiffen.

This episode is the 20th of a series of online live shows with our Patreons. On this episode i chat to them about artists beginning with the letter J, this is an unstructured and fun chat.

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In this special episode, host Stu Whiffen sits down with the legendary Gaz Whelan, drummer and founding member of the iconic Happy Mondays.

As part of one of the most influential bands to emerge from the Madchester scene, Gaz helped shape a sound that fused acid house, indie rock, and psychedelia—forever changing the musical landscape of the late '80s and early '90s. From the wild tours to the groundbreaking albums, he’s seen it all.

🥁 In this episode, we cover:

✅ The rise of Happy Mondays and life in the Madchester era

✅ Stories from the road, studio, and stage

✅ Gaz’s musical influences and evolution as a drummer

✅ Reflections on the legacy of the Mondays and what’s next

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