Show Notes
Pat Kane of Hue and Cry on New Single “Stronger,” Post-Post-Punk Authenticity, and Keeping Imperfection in the Music
Host Tony Mantor introduces his podcast Almost Live Nashville and welcomes Pat Kane of Hue and Cry, the late-1980s duo known for blending pop, jazz, and sophisticated songwriting, including the hit “Labor of Love” from Seduced and Abandoned. Kane discusses promoting the new single “Stronger” and an upcoming album (out March 29), describing it as an optimistic electronic departure that reconnects with the band’s earlier electric phase while keeping their “post post-punk” core.
He cites influences including The Human League, jazz, big bands, and classic soul, and reflects on unexpected success, the political-romantic metaphor and production of “Labor of Love,” and the intensity and intuition of writing with his brother Greg.
Kane shares lessons about empathy in the music business, moments of renewed visibility via Grand Theft Auto and TV, resisting commercial pressure, valuing authenticity amid AI, embracing machine quirks in recording, and where to find the band online.
New Single and Album
Post Post Punk Vision
Influences and Sound
Breakout Success Stories
Why Labor of Love
Brothers in the Band
Hard Lessons in Music
Pop Culture Comeback
Staying Authentic
Start With Stronger
Fighting for Art
What Keeps Fans Hooked
Songs That Heal
AI and Real Performance
Machines and Happy Accidents
Advice for Creators
Stadiums vs Intimate Gigs
Where to Find Hue and Cry
Final Thanks
INTRO/OUTRO: T.Wild
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