Cool For Cats: A Squeeze Podcast

28/08/2023

Hi everyone,

I'm writing to you today with some bittersweet news. After almost two wonderful years, I've decided to close down my Cool For Cats podcast.

This was not an easy decision to make, but it's one that I've come to after a lot of thought and consideration. When I started this podcast, I had a lot of goals in mind. I wanted to create a space where people could come together to learn and grow, and I wanted to share my passion for Squeeze with the world.

I'm so proud of what we've accomplished together. We've heard some amazing guests, we've covered some important topics, and we've built a community of listeners who are passionate about this band.

I want to thank you all for your support. You've made this podcast possible, and I'm so grateful for your listening ears.

I have started a new venture that is truly my dream job. And most importantly, it will definitely bring you closer to my work where Squeeze is concerned. I'll be sure to keep you updated on what I'm up to.

In the meantime, I hope you'll continue to listen to the old episodes of Cool For Cats. They're full of great information and inspiration.

Thank you again for everything.

Sincerely,
Amy

16/08/2023

He died peacefully of natural causes Tuesday night at his home in Bel Air.

10/07/2023

The multi-faceted and multi-talented Paul Carrack is synonymous with musical craftsmanship. Author and music journalist Eoghan Lyng taps into the appeal of Carrack and why his style and collaboration are coveted by artists as diverse as Clapton, Roger Waters, Roxy Music, and Eagles. We also discuss Carrack’s work with Mike and the Mechanics, his multiple (!) tenure with Squeeze, and how his trademark vocals and keyboard work on “Tempted” gave the band one of its most popular and recognizable hits. Lyng also chats about his interviews with Carrack and Glenn Tilbrook, both conducted for the online site Penny Black.

https://zencastr.com/z/fU1VcIjk

25/06/2023

Coming soon to a podcast near you.

24/06/2023

NEW MERCH ALERT 🔥 Digital artist Syd Hughes has created a new version of our beloved mascot! Now available over at TeePublic and on sale for $16 USD. A sweet deal, a sweet illustration, and a cool way to support your fave podcast.

https://www.teepublic.com/user/coolforcatspodcast

16/06/2023

More podcast merch is on TeePublic! This 'classic' name version is on sale for 2 days only at $16 USD! Head on over and support your fave chatfest!

https://www.teepublic.com/user/coolforcatspodcast

11/06/2023

The Cool For Cats storefront is up and running at TeePublic. You can get this specialty 'cool' shirt for just $16 USD and several more original designs and items (hoodies, pins, stickers) are for sale as well. Support your fave podcast and check out the latest at:
https://www.teepublic.com/user/coolforcatspodcast

🐱🐯🦁

International shipping is available.

06/06/2023

And now for something completely different… friend of the podcast Dan Rivkin waxes philosophically (and with great humor) on the myriad touchpoints that are reflected by Glenn and his hair. While not altogether serious, it’s a fascinating visual: whether as a teenager, in his 20s with Squeeze, as a solo artist roaming the world and into the 21st century, his altogether unique style and deportment when it concerns personal presentation - and this includes his fellow bandmates! - is one subject that Dan and myself felt needed at least, a podcast-length deep-dive discussion.

https://zencastr.com/z/ku-JqxM3

30/05/2023

My newest design is up and running at TeePublic. If you’re into anniversary numbers, you’ll get the idea with this!

30/05/2023

NEW PLATFORM ALERT! CFC has now moved over to TeePublic. You'll find your fave cat logo & more. T-shirts are a pretty sweet deal at $16. Head on over and 'checkout' the site!

Shop t-shirts, phone cases, hoodies, art prints, notebooks and mugs created by independent artists from around the globe.

17/05/2023

Big news! We’re heading to the USA along with The Psychedelic Furs for a tour this September and October! Tickets go on sale this Friday at 10am (but check your emails for a special presale code 😉 ) Full tour dates at www.squeezeofficial.com

06/05/2023

Join author and motojournalist Gary McKechnie along the highways and byways with and what their music means in an insightful and in-depth conversation.
https://zencastr.com/z/Xe_0F3wI

06/05/2023

Digital only - a sweet gift from your friends & mine 😳❤️

by Squeeze

27/04/2023

Hey Cats & Kittens! Merch alert: In the very near future, I'll be shutting down the RedBubble store and moving over to TeePublic. I'll def give a heads-up on the date. TeePublic will have some different apparel, but essentially it'll stay classic. In the meantime, feel free to swing on over and grab a T, tote or pin - 20% off right now. Your mom will thank you for it. 🤣

CoolForCatsPod is an independent artist creating amazing designs for great products such as t-shirts, stickers, posters, and phone cases.

24/04/2023

Coming soon to a podcast platform near you! Hint: Love. 🥰

10/04/2023

Cats & Kittens, tickets are on sale April 14! You're welcome.

https://www.mountainwinery.com/events/detail/?event_id=478635

26/03/2023

🗣 NEW MERCH ALERT! I've added a new design over at the Redbubble site... kinda psychedelic? Head on over and have a look and click to add to your cart. Groovy!
https://www.redbubble.com/people/CoolForCatsPod/shop

22/03/2023

New episode! Journalist Annie Zaleski gets all that and more with our conversation about MTV and how Squeeze dropped in during the network’s formative years. Oh and we did talk about Duran Duran because —> 🥰 https://zencastr.com/z/HcXGLB2u

21/03/2023

Past guest of the show Brian Edward Coombes and the Rocking Horse Music Club!

19/03/2023

Cats & kittens! More cool Squeeze things to wear and carry and collect! You can head on over to my Redbubble site and relive the glorious year that was 1982!

06/03/2023

My latest post is now live on Substack - I think you’ll recognize the fellow on the right!

A summer set so long ago.

02/03/2023

22/02/2023

💥 New artwork alert 💥 A color version of the 'classic' lineup has been added to the shop at Redbubble - head on over and 'checkout' the latest.

https://www.redbubble.com/people/CoolForCatsPod/shop

22/02/2023

🔥 NEW Artwork Alert! 🔥 Catch this 'classic' on a few new products over at the Redbubble shop. I'll have another version coming a little later!
https://www.redbubble.com/people/CoolForCatsPod/shop

19/02/2023

The latest episode is now live! Join me and David Bailey for a stroll down memory lane, with many anecdotes along the way!

Among those who are true and dedicated fans of Squeeze, David is among the top. Fortunate enough to not only see Squeeze live these past few decades, David has also worked with the band in many capacities, helping to run the first fan club with Jools Holland's mother June right up to the present day...

04/02/2023

Past guest & Squeeze author James Griffiths has just published his latest video on YouTube, discussing why musicians can get very *opinionated* about their albums. Case in point: Squeeze's 'Cosi Fan Tutti Frutti,' a subject I talked about with Dan Rivkin last year.

In this video I talk about albums that were, to one or extent or another, disowned by the musicians who created them. Can you think of any others?Check out t...

04/02/2023

Experiments found a voice coming from ‘inside our heads’ can be twice as persuasive as one coming from a speaker

20/01/2023

Adrian Simpson and I are just a bit excited talking about our favorite Squeeze album 'Frank.' We kind of like it. Alot :)

The year 1989 saw the launch of 'Frank', which was an exciting prospect for Squeeze followers. At the time, it was meant to be the ultimate sequel to 'Babylon & On', and given its predecessor's success, 'Frank' was predisposed to be a hit. However, it did not live up to expectations, from the public...

13/01/2023

Glenn Tilbrook has more than earned his place at pop’s top table as one of our most cherished singers, guitarists and songwriters, not to mention an in-demand and endlessly endearing live performer. But more than 40 years after he first answered an ad placed by Chris Difford looking for like-minde...