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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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