Martin McAloon of Prefab Sprout; Keeping his and his brother Paddy's legacy Alive
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- Опубликовано: 19 ноя 2024
- Martin McAloon remains a key figure in the legacy of Prefab Sprout, continuing his tour of acoustic versions of his brother Paddy's songs. He maintains he was only a bass player, but we all know he's been much more than that.
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Martin McAloon is a British musician best known as the bassist and founding member of the band Prefab Sprout, formed in 1978 alongside his brother, singer-songwriter Paddy McAloon. While Paddy took on the primary role of writing and vocals, Martin's bass playing became an integral part of the band's distinctive sound, which blends pop, rock, and sophisticated arrangements. Prefab Sprout gained recognition in the 1980s with critically acclaimed albums like Steve McQueen (1985) and From Langley Park to Memphis (1988), with hits such as "When Love Breaks Down" and "Cars and Girls." Martin McAloon is known for his understated yet foundational contributions to the band's music, supporting the lush, melodic structures for which they are celebrated.
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Just glad to hear more from a McAloon. So sad that Paddy is hidden away and there doesn’t seem to be any prospect of hearing anything new. Femme Mythologique was supposed to be a few years ago, but due to a technical mishap it hasn’t been produced. Such a shame because there are plenty of us who are waiting for more. I hope somehow Paddy’s work that is unreleased will see the light of day and that Paddy can get the health and inspiration to set to it. Bless Martin for keeping the spirit alive.
I think Martin will keep his and Paddy‘s legacy alive!
Had the pleasure and privilege of chatting to Martin last night after the Docks Academy gig; a truly genuine and friendly person, generous with his time and generous of spirit. Thank you for a great evening Martin.
He really is an open affable, let alone, talented guy!
Get well soon Paddy xxx
Awesome.❤
Well done Steve & Martin,you both clearly love what u do,great to see.
@@ciarankeohane7957 thx! Yes!
....great interview, I remember rubbing shoulders with these guys back in the 80s when I was doing a lot of stuff with Tyne Tees TV...such great songs, I would love to have seen them live ❤
@@AT-KINSON-MUSIC you can still see Martin! Thx for the comment
Ooh what a treat. This was another wonderful conversation. Many thanks.
Huge fan of their work, mainly because of Paddy’s incredibly melodic and intriguing songs.
Though the music sounded so new and unique, it was also a continuation of what the great songwriters of previous decades had done.
@@Papermac great guy. Great band. I loved his openness and honesty. Would love to see him live but can’t at the moment! Thx for the comment!
Im having nightingales at my funeral. Its so beautiful
Nightingales is incredible. But I’m going with Yesterday when I was Young - Aznavour.
Thank you from Germany, great interview!
Thx for watching. Wünsche dir ein schönen Abend!
Martin is a great guy, humble and intelligent. I have been a huge Prefab fan for 30+ years and only now I'm getting to know him better! I'm glad he's getting his moment in the spotlight, he deserves it (and I'm one who thinks his brother Paddy is God 😅)
Great interview, thanks for this!
@@RozondaSalas he was a breath of fresh air, honest, humble but clearly extremely talented. Loved talking to him.
The genes are strong. I didn't think Paddy or Martin looked much alike when they were young. Can hardly tell them apart now.
im one of their biggest fans since 1984 !!!!
Great vid and lovely to hear what’s going on with both the brothers , it took me back when Martin mentioned playing a guitar was like a dart board , I lived in Witton Gilbert in the early to mid 80’s and played darts in the Glendinning arms just down the road from there family garage , I got married in St Micheal and all angels church in the village to a local girl, fond memories, now living in the Cotswolds, many thanks 👍
That’s a great memory! Thx for commenting
Interesting!
Thanks for this!
@@declanpatrickmacmanus5416 my pleasure!
I remember that Roundtable thing Martin talks about - Elvis Costello was on the panel and he slagged off the song, saying it sounded like Crosby, Stills & Nash. It's always stuck in my mind cos EC was someone I liked and I thought he'd have recognised a good song when he heard one. I think he hadn't quite come out of his abrasive punk-y persona and felt it was his duty to be negative about everyone.
Martin served me petrol in 1974
Brilliant!
Unfortunately he has Mullered every PS song
Does he still play basketball…
@@tonykehoe123 I never play basketball - from Swoon. Don’t think that was on the set list I saw!
28/8/78
@@spookybaba the start ….
Martin cant sing! Sorry, and to sing paddys songs u need amazing voice.