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Off the Record is the place for all things culture news and deep dives - from country music to the latest thrillers. The network comprises of two podcasts - Off the Record (our country music podcast) and Off the Rails (our culture podcast).
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Episode #126: Lindsay Ell

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Episode #14: Our Favourite London Recommendations
Jun 29, 202140:36
Episode #13: Classics and Future Classics

Episode #13: Classics and Future Classics

Imogen and Madeline are back to break down their favourite classic books and records, and discuss which authors and artists we think are going to be the classics in years to come.

Jun 08, 202146:52
Episode #12: Breaking down the Green List Countries

Episode #12: Breaking down the Green List Countries

Imogen and Madeline are back to break down their favourite books and movies based in the 'green list' countries and give their top recommendations.

Jun 01, 202136:09
Episode #11: A Trip Down Memory Lane

Episode #11: A Trip Down Memory Lane

Imogen and Madeline dig back into the archives to talk about the books they grew up reading, the songs they grew up listening to and their weirdest childhood obsessions and loves.

May 11, 202149:20
Episode #137: Jameson Rodgers
May 04, 202112:03
Episode #10: Memorable Memoirs and More
Apr 27, 202139:00
Episode #9: The Book Was Better?

Episode #9: The Book Was Better?

Imogen and Madeline are back with another episode of Off the Rails - this time to break down their thoughts on the perennial debate, which was better, the book or the movie? They discuss the upcoming Daisy Jones and the Six movie, their thoughts on The Goldfinch adaptation and why they think the world is owed a movie adaptation of The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo.

Apr 20, 202152:51
Episode #8: An Author Special with Lizzy Dent and A Deep Dive into Asian-American Culture

Episode #8: An Author Special with Lizzy Dent and A Deep Dive into Asian-American Culture

Imogen and Madeline are back, this week chatting with author Lizzy Dent about her novel 'The Summer Job' out this Thursday. 

Pick up a copy of The Summer Job here in the UK from the 15th April.

They also dive into how to support Asian Americans amongst the wave of hate crimes occurring and what literature they've been loving this week.

Apr 13, 202101:03:13
Off the Rails #7: Our Most Underrated Books, TV Shows and more

Off the Rails #7: Our Most Underrated Books, TV Shows and more

Imogen and Madeline are back to break down their most underrated books and TV shows, following last week's episode on their most overrated choices. 

Apr 06, 202140:32
Off the Rails #6: Our Most Overrated Books, TV Shows and more

Off the Rails #6: Our Most Overrated Books, TV Shows and more

Imogen and Madeline return to break down their most controversial opinions, including which books and TV shows they think are most overrated and what they've been reading and listening to this week.

Mar 30, 202143:39
Episode #136: Ryan Hurd
Mar 30, 202114:16
Off the Rails #5: Our Favourite Feminist Reads

Off the Rails #5: Our Favourite Feminist Reads

Imogen and Madeline are back to break down their previous week's reading and listening, and their favourite feminist reads that have changed their perspective on the world over the past few years.

Mar 23, 202134:06
Episode #135: Brett Kissel

Episode #135: Brett Kissel

We chat to Brett Kissel ahead of the release of his forthcoming record - What is Life? - out on April 9th, to talk about his latest single and how the pandemic has affected his outlook on life.

Mar 22, 202115:03
Off the Rails #4: Ranking Every Taylor Swift Album

Off the Rails #4: Ranking Every Taylor Swift Album

Imogen and Madeline are back and this week they're going through the archives of the Taylor Swift catalogue and ranking the records from their least to most favourite. 

Mar 16, 202146:17
Episode #134: Brooke Eden
Mar 16, 202114:28
Off the Rails #3: Controversies in Country Music and our Pandemic Habits

Off the Rails #3: Controversies in Country Music and our Pandemic Habits

Imogen and Madeline are back, this week's episode recorded a few weeks back when the news around Morgan Wallen went viral, they dive into the controversy before talking about their pandemic reads and what they've been recently reading.

Mar 09, 202143:17
Off the Rails #2: Our 2021 Most Anticipated

Off the Rails #2: Our 2021 Most Anticipated

Imogen and Madeline are back to break down what's on their most anticipated lists of books and records for the coming year, including what they've started the year off with and how they're getting to the end of quarantine.

Mar 02, 202148:04
Off the Rails #1: Introduction

Off the Rails #1: Introduction

Off The Rails is a part of the Off the Record network, discussing all things arts and culture - the highs and the lows and everything in-between - from the latest country music releases to the best literary fiction and the thrillers we're loving.

The podcast is the newest iteration of the Off The Record podcast. In this episode, we introduce our new co-host Madeline and talk about our favourite new releases.

Feb 23, 202125:58
Episode #133: Gabrielle Mooney

Episode #133: Gabrielle Mooney

Imogen chats to up-and-coming singer-songwriter Gabrielle Mooney for a candid conversation about moving to Nashville, her first single and how she has navigated 2020.

Nov 20, 202023:35
Episode #132: Cameron Duddy (Midland)

Episode #132: Cameron Duddy (Midland)

After a brief hiatus, we are back and kicking off another season of Off the Record with our next guest Cameron Duddy from Midland to talk all about how the pandemic has affected the band and what's up next. 

Nov 06, 202016:33
Episode #131: Jamie Floyd

Episode #131: Jamie Floyd

Imogen chats to Jamie Floyd about her EP 'New Girl,' writing Ashley Monroe's hit 'The Blade' and her achievements in 2020.

Sep 15, 202036:43
Episode #130: Exit 216

Episode #130: Exit 216

Imogen chats to up and coming duo Exit 216 about their new release 'Brother,' their upcoming releases and how they came together as a duo.

Sep 08, 202024:46
Episode #129: Donovan Woods

Episode #129: Donovan Woods

This week's a shorter interview with Donovan Woods about his new material and what's up next!

Aug 25, 202012:49
Episode #128: Gabby Barrett

Episode #128: Gabby Barrett

Imogen chats to Gabby Barrett about her debut album 'Goldmine,' 2020 and whether there would have been room for Jack on that door...

Aug 18, 202014:58
Episode #127: Caylee Hammack

Episode #127: Caylee Hammack

Ahead of the release of her debut album 'If It Wasn't For You,' Imogen chats to Caylee Hammack about the record, her friendship with Ashley McBryde and Tenille Townes, collaborating with Reba and more.

Aug 11, 202028:08
Episode #126: Lindsay Ell

Episode #126: Lindsay Ell

Imogen chats to Lindsay Ell ahead of the release of her forthcoming album 'heart theory' about her new single 'make me,' the concept behind the record and more.

Jul 28, 202015:27
Episode #125: Harleymoon Kemp

Episode #125: Harleymoon Kemp

Imogen chats to British country singer Harleymoon Kemp about her debut single 'Space,' and her journey so far.

Jul 21, 202020:26
Episode #124: Shae Dupuy

Episode #124: Shae Dupuy

Imogen chats to Shae Dupuy about her new single Black and White, available everywhere now, ahead of its release and hears a bit more about her forthcoming projects.

Jul 14, 202017:36
Episode #123: Clare Dunn

Episode #123: Clare Dunn

Imogen chats to Clare Dunn at home in her ranch in Colorado about her new project - Honestly - creating music in quarantine and More.

Jul 07, 202020:56
Episode #122: Cassadee Pope

Episode #122: Cassadee Pope

Imogen chatted with Cassadee Pope ahead of the release of her new single to talk about her forthcoming record 'Rise and Shine' and how she's changed musically in the last few years.

Jun 30, 202025:44
Episode #121: Tenille Townes

Episode #121: Tenille Townes

Tenille Townes joins the Destination Country team for a Happy (Half) Hour to chat about her debut album 'The Lemonade Stand' out this Friday, before diving into a game of word association and 'Guess Your Own Song from the Italian Translation.'

Jun 23, 202027:10
Episode #120: Stephanie Quayle

Episode #120: Stephanie Quayle

We interview Stephanie Quayle about her new 'Montana Sessions' EP, the meaning behind Evel Knievel and her new single 'Whatcha Drinkin' 'Bout.'

Jun 16, 202025:24
Episode #119: Restless Road

Episode #119: Restless Road

Imogen chats to Garrett, Colton and Zach of Restless Road about their incredible year, being signed by Kane, their debut EP and why they are so excited about the new material they're currently working on.

Jun 09, 202039:24
Episode #118: The Buckley's

Episode #118: The Buckley's

Imogen chats to Australian country trio, The Buckleys, about their new single 'Breathe,' their experience growing up in the Australian country music scene and their global virtual tour, before they perform an acoustic version of the new single.

Jun 02, 202034:23
Episode #117: Tara MacLean

Episode #117: Tara MacLean

Imogen sits down with legendary singer-songwriter Tara Maclean to talk about her new single, latest album 'Deeper' and the exciting project she's working on next.

May 26, 202027:05
Episode #116: Kalie Shorr

Episode #116: Kalie Shorr

We catch up with Kalie Shorr, ahead of her performance on Destination Country's 'Live In Your Living Room' sessions, to delve into Open Book, including Vices, Gatsby, The World Keeps Spinning and more.

May 19, 202027:26
Episode #115: The Shires

Episode #115: The Shires

Imogen chats to Ben & Crissie of The Shires, about their new record Good Years, why it is an incredibly introspective record, their new label home and what Nashville means to them.

May 12, 202020:27
Episode #114: Lilly Hiatt and American Aquarium

Episode #114: Lilly Hiatt and American Aquarium

Both these amazing artists have incredible new albums recently released. Imogen first chats to Lilly Hiatt about her new record Walking Proof, followed by a chat with BJ Barham about his new record Lamentations.

Both records are out now.

May 05, 202032:56
Episode #113: Carly Pearce and Kyle Daniel

Episode #113: Carly Pearce and Kyle Daniel

Imogen catches up with Carly Pearce to chat about her new album and the response it has got. Then, she chats to Kyle Daniel about his recent near-performance at C2C and where he is in the process of recording his debut full-length album.

Apr 28, 202034:14
Episode #112: Kylie Morgan and Kassi Ashton

Episode #112: Kylie Morgan and Kassi Ashton

This week features two interviews. First, Imogen chats to Kassi Ashton about her success so far, her creative mindset and the inspiration behind Pretty Shiny Things. Then, she chats to Kylie Morgan about her new single 'Break Things' and working with Shane MacAnally.
Apr 21, 202035:57
Episode #111: Liddy Clark

Episode #111: Liddy Clark

Imogen chats to Liddy Clark about her new single 'Hit and Run,' why she chose to record Due Lipa's 'New Rules' and when we can expect her new album.
Apr 14, 202015:11
Episode #110: Candi Carpenter

Episode #110: Candi Carpenter

Imogen chats to singer-songwriter Candi Carpenter to talk about how much Dolly Parton's support has meant to her, why she's so excited to be a part of Dolly's '50 Years at the Opry' special.

They also talk about her forthcoming album, produced by Brandi Carlile, her experience to get to where she is now and more.
Apr 11, 202027:03
Episode #109: Ruthie Collins

Episode #109: Ruthie Collins

Imogen chats to Ruthie Collins about her new album Cold Comfort, her love for Emmylou, the story behind the album, oversharing and more.
Apr 07, 202031:46
Episode #108: Austin Jenckes

Episode #108: Austin Jenckes

Imogen chats to singer-songwriter Austin Jenckes about his latest record ahead of his #LiveInYourLivingRoom show with Destination Country.
Mar 31, 202017:17
Episode #107: Abby Anderson

Episode #107: Abby Anderson

Imogen catches up with Abby Anderson to talk all about her tour with Rob Thomas, her new single 'I'll Still Love You' and what she's learned in the past year.
Mar 24, 202018:12
Episode #106: Tebey

Episode #106: Tebey

Imogen chats to Canadian singer-songwriter Tebey about his love for the UK, his songwriting and his perception of the genre.
Mar 17, 202005:31
Episode #105: C2C 2020 Preview

Episode #105: C2C 2020 Preview

Imogen runs down what you should keep your eyes out for at C2C 2020, including which artists to look out for and who to get excited about.
Mar 03, 202022:24
Episode #104: Renee Blair

Episode #104: Renee Blair

Imogen chats to Renee Blair about her single 'Girlfriend,' her girl crush on Leslie Fram and the new exciting direction of her music and her ideas for releases.
Feb 25, 202026:27
Episode #103: Levi Hummon

Episode #103: Levi Hummon

Imogen chats to Levi Hummon about his new track 'Wedding Dress,' writing with his father and success in Nashville.
Feb 18, 202025:07
Episode #102: Olivia Lane

Episode #102: Olivia Lane

Imogen catches up with Texan singer-songwriter Olivia Lane to chat about her experiences on Songland, her new track 'Same Old Story' and why she thinks she's an English girl at heart...
Feb 11, 202019:15