The omnivert pop of Charli XCX (Nialler9 Podcast)

Andrea and Niall discuss the news that RTÉ are considering closing down Lyric FM, we explore clash between extrovert experimentalist and introverted hit pop songwriter on Charli XCX’s third proper album Charli. It’s episode 62 of the Nialler9 Podcast.

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The rundown

Sounds From A Safe Harbour in brief review
RTÉ are considering closing down Lyric FM
An Azealia Banks Elon Musk update.

Songs up for discussion

Great Grandpa – Digger
Holy Fuck and Alexis Taylor – Luxe
Wilco – Everyone Hides
Marcus Woods x Rebel Phoenix – Heatwaves feat. Mango

Album of the week
Charli XCX – Charli

Closing track:
MuRli – Illegible

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Niall Byrne

Niall Byrne is the founder of the most-influential Irish music site Nialler9, where he has been writing about music since 2005 . He is the co-host of the Nialler9 Podcast and has written for the Irish Times, Irish Independent, Cara Magazine, Sunday Times, Totally Dublin, Red Bull and more. Niall is a DJ, founder of Lumo Club, club promoter, event curator and producer of gigs, listening parties & events in Dublin.

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