Hozier: From Bray to Dante's Inferno

On this week's episode we delve into the Recorded History of global superstar and all round lovely fella, Hozier who took time out of his remarkably busy schedule to sit down with Ed and discuss the 3 albums that he holds the closest to his heart. He takes us on quite the journey from growing up around his Dad's phenomenal blues collection, to how Take Me To Church changed his life, working with his musical heroes and the rather surprising inspiration behind his new E.P and album.

Needless to say his 3 album picks are exquisite...even if he gets the order wrong...twice! (but he's very very tall so we'll allow it this time) and his reasons behind his choices are as fascinating as the records themselves. So sit back and enjoy an interesting and revealing time with the phenomenally talented and reassuringly sound Hozier.

Hozier's records:

1. Thin Lizzy - 'Live & Dangerous (1978)
2. Chet Baker - Chet Baker Sings (1954)
3. Howlin' Wolf - Moanin' In The Moonlight (1959)

If Hozier inspires you to go and buy one of the records he mentions (or just one from your own Recorded History) then we’d love if you supported our partners at TheRecordHub.com. Just try and have them in the correct order!

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Recorded History, hosted by Ed Smith, is a series where you get to hear about the lives and histories of your favourite artists… and theirs.

New episodes released every Sunday feature Ed in conversation with homegrown and international musicians, writers, artists and creatives about the three records that have defined their lives. This isn’t yet another podcast highlighting the coolest, edgiest or most rarefied records people have in their collection – it’s not even just for people “in the know”. This is a podcast for everyone, where we celebrate the personal relationship people have with the music they listen to.

You'll hear some unexpected musical choices, featuring forgotten favourites from across the musical spectrum from rock, to house, to pop alongside fascinating personal histories from our guests.

Whether it’s an album that soundtracked their first breakup, a song they danced to at a wedding or a cassette they wore down while learning to drive – Ed warmly and humorously guides his guests through their musical memories.

Created and executive produced by Dee Reddy for GoLoud, the show is proudly supported by TheRecordHub.com

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