NO MORE HEROES WITH MAGNUS SHAW

NO MORE HEROES WITH MAGNUS SHAW

It’s all about the music, in 180 minutes of new wave, indie, rock, soul, vintage classics, interviews, and many other fine things. Magnus Shaw is your host, and the entire playlist is hand-picked. The second hour takes its playlist from the pre-1979 era, and is called ’The Vintage Hour’. The third hour is solid, lean, continuous and compelling songs, named ’The Wall Of Sound’. Features throughout include: ’Twin Peaks’ (not the TV show), the ’Midget Gem’ (not the sweet), and 'Soul Traders' (not the tax status). A new episode is available for streaming and download at around 10.00pm UK every Thursday. This is free for all listeners THE SHOW IS ALSO HEARD ON MORE THAN EIGHTY RADIO STATIONS WORLDWIDE, AND IS OFFERED FOR SYNDICATION. Just email mail@magnusshaw.co.uk for more details, as this is often free for quality radio stations (particularly on FM, AM, and DAB).

Episodes

February 27, 2026 180 mins

Imagine rushing home from Africa, just to bring you a brand new episode of NO MORE HEROES - that's exactly what Magnus Shaw has done. Mind you, if he didn't go abroad quite so much...

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Have you heard the comeback single from James? Well, you soon will - and it's very good too. Also enjoy EBTG, The Stranglers, Mazzy Star - and more. With Magnus Shaw at the helm.

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What's love got to do with it? Everything! It's our Valentine special with three hours of heartfelt, splendoured music - and more. All this with the lovely Magnus Shaw.

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February 5, 2026 180 mins

THAT Bruce Springsteen song, The Cure win Grammys, and the search for a listeners' playlist. All with Magnus Shaw.

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January 29, 2026 180 mins

So, what's all this fuss about ticket prices and Robbie Williams vs. The Beatles? Magnus Shaw will set you straight, while playing some exceptional music.

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January 23, 2026 180 mins

What does the new Damned album sound like? How many iPhones did Prince have? Who's on 'Twin Peaks' this week? All your questions answered by Magnus Shaw.

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January 15, 2026 179 mins

Are you all about the music? How about three hours of the hand-picked good stuff? With Magnus Shaw. Nice.

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January 9, 2026 180 mins

Swooping into 2026, it's Magnus Shaw with music from The Skids, Lou Reed, Talking Heads, and dozens more. It's on.

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Another year over, a new one just begun. And, what is more, war is over if you want it. Says Magnus Shaw.

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December 18, 2025 184 mins

Not our Christmas show (see below), but just a cheeky, three hours of musical greatness before the celebrations really begin. Father Christmas is played by Magnus Shaw.

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This episode is all about the Christmas. Packed full of quality music - but, if you're expecting Slade and Wizzard, you may want to listen elsewhere.  Ding dong, everybody.

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December 4, 2025 180 mins

It's simply solid, sensational music all the way this edition. Features include: Twin Peaks, The Midget Gem, and The Soul Traders. All with your friendly neighbourhood Magnus Shaw.

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December 4, 2025 177 mins

As the UK temperature is in freefall, everything's... er... warming up (or something) on this episode of NO MORE HEROES. Part two of our Roger Waters interview and a whole truck load of excellent music - with Magnus Shaw.

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November 27, 2025 180 mins

In a packed show: the final part of our Roger Waters interview, The Midget Gem, Twin Peaks (x2), and a brand new feature - 'Soul Traders'. Better start listening now, says Magnus Shaw.

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November 14, 2025 180 mins

Like Pink Floyd? Even just a little bit? First of our three-part special is right here. Plus all the usual brilliant musical gubbins. With Magnus Shaw.

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November 6, 2025 180 mins

BACK, BACK, BACK!! With Magnus Shaw.

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If possible, try not to run from the room screaming. It plays havoc with our listening figures. No, just brace yourself for three hours of spine-tingling, shockingly good music. Magnus Shaw is your ghost.

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October 16, 2025 180 mins

From Buzzcocks (no 'the'), to Nancy Sinatra, it's all happening this week. Magnus Shaw thinks you'll love it. But then, he would.

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October 9, 2025 179 mins

It's all about the music, and if you feel you need to encounter the moment punk rock and prog rock came together, look no further. All with Magnus Shaw.

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October 8, 2025 179 mins

Consider this: who was the greatest drummer to emerge from the punk movement? Have a name? Well, there's every chance he's featured in our special Q&A interview this week. Magnus Shaw, too.

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