The podcast all about pop music artists, their songwriting, their influences and what makes them tick. Host Holly Carnegie chats to a bunch of guests with some of the most successful songwriters and musicians in the world.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
Popnerd
Claim This Podcastby Holly Carnegie
6 episodes
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The podcast all about pop music artists, their songwriting, their influences and what makes them tick. Host Holly Carnegie chats to a bunch of guests with some of the most successful songwriters and musicians in the world.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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July 30, 2026
Episode 6 - Johnny Hates Jazz: Clark Datchler
<p>Host Holly Carnegie, chats to Johnny Hates Jazz lead singer and principal songwriter Clark Datchler.</p><br><p>Clark talks about the future of songwriting, his love of music from the 50s and 60s, along with penning his biggest hits 'Shattered Dreams', 'I Don't Want to Be a Hero' and 'Turn Back the Clock'.</p><br><p>Clark Datchler / Johnny Hates Jazz Links:</p><p><a href="http://johnnyhatesjazz.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://johnnyhatesjazz.com/</a></p><p><a href="https://www.clarkdatchler.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.clarkdatchler.com/</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/johnnyhatesjazzofficial/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/johnnyhatesjazzofficial/?hl=en</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/clarkdatchlerjhj/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/clarkdatchlerjhj/?hl=en</a></p><br><p>If you enjoyed this podcast, feel free to subscribe, and follow us on instagram @popnerdpodcast.</p><br><p>Popnerd is made by Holly Carnegie</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
June 25, 2026
Episode 5 - Nik Kershaw
<p>Popnerd host Holly Carnegie, chats to 'the one and only' Nik Kershaw about his musical influences, his adventurous use of harmony and his songwriting processes.</p><br><p>Nik chats about writing hits like 'I Won't Let the Sun Go Down on Me', 'Wouldn't it be Good' and 'The Riddle'.</p><br><p>Nik Kershaw Links:</p><p><a href="https://www.nikkershaw.net/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.nikkershaw.net/</a></p><p><a href="https://www.nikkershaw.net/tour-dates/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.nikkershaw.net/tour-dates/</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/nikkershawofficial/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/nikkershawofficial/?hl=en</a></p><br><p>If you enjoyed this podcast, feel free to subscribe, and follow us on instagram @popnerdpodcast.</p><br><p>Popnerd is made by Holly Carnegie</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
May 28, 2026
Episode 4 - Trevor Horn
<p>Welcome to the fourth episode of Popnerd! Host Holly Carnegie chats to multi-Brit award winning producer Trevor Horn.</p><br><p>Nicknamed 'the man who invented the 80s', Trevor shaped the sound of the decade through his work with ABC, Yes, Frankie Goes to Hollywood and Grace Jones. </p><br><p>Trevor Horn Links:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/trevorhornmusic/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/trevorhornmusic/</a></p><p><a href="https://www.awaywithmedia.com/tours/Trevor-Horn" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.awaywithmedia.com/tours/Trevor-Horn</a></p><br><p>If you enjoyed this podcast, feel free to subscribe, and follow us on instagram @popnerdpodcast.</p><br><p>Popnerd is made by Holly Carnegie</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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