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November 20, 2025 45 mins

After an eye-opening survey by Live Nation, Annie and Nick discuss why more people would choose to go to a concert rather than have sex – and whether the both of those things belong in the same category. Otherwise this week, Nick attended a fashion show with Beth Ditto, and spotted a familiar face on the catwalk; and Annie was mesmerised by a Mulatu Astatke show.

Plus, Lorde played the O2 and two listeners have strong opinions about it, CMAT is making people cry at her gigs, and BBC Introducing has been criticised for playing an “AI Artist”

And Billie Eilish is taking on Elon Musk for not giving away his riches, but before they can decide who’s winning this feud, Annie and Nick need to work out how many billions are in a trillion.

Get in touch with Annie and Nick! If you’re over 16, WhatsApp on 07970082700 or email sidetracked@bbc.co.uk

SONGS

Mark Morrison – Return of the Mack

Mulatu Astatke - Tezeta

Rosalía- Berghain

Robyn – Dopamine

Charli XCX – Chains of Love

Hercules & Love Affair – Someone Else is Calling

ALBUMS

Mulatu Astatke - Mulatu Plays Mulatu

Rosalía - LUX

Lily Allen - West End Girl

Mark as Played

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