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On the latest episode of The Story Behind the Song, William Reid, who co-founded influential UK duo The Jesus and Mary Chain with his brother Jim Reid, sits with host Peter Csathy to discuss one of the band’s most iconic songs: “Just Like Honey.” Listen above or wherever you get your podcasts, and watch a clip of the interview below.
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After forming a band in the early ’80s, brothers William and Jim Reid embarked on a punk rock journey that eventually led to their lauded 1985 debut album, Psychocandy. On this episode of TSBTS, William discusses the band’s early days, the creation of their signature sound, and the lasting impact of their Psychocandy single “Just Like Honey.”
It also touches on the tumultuous journey that led to their recent album, Glasgow Eyes, which the band released back in March. The band is currently on the road in the US with fellow ’80s favorites The Psychedelic Furs in support of Glasgow Eyes. The will continue through October and early November with shows still to come in Portland, San Francisco, and more. Get tickets to co-headlining run here, and UK fans can see them this December by snagging tickets here.
Listen to The Jesus and Mary Chain’s William Reid discussing the making of “Just Like Honey” above or on your favorite podcast platform. You can also watch a clip of the interview below.
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Check out The Jesus and Mary Chain’s new album Glasgow Eyes on Apple Music or Amazon Music, or pick up a vinyl copy of the album on Amazon. Meanwhile, the duo has also released a new memoir, Never Understood, that takes an even deeper dive into the band’s extensive journey. Grab a copy here.
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