Show Notes
On the eve of his upcoming tour we interview the former lead singer and songwriter from the seminal UK punk band The Stranglers, Hugh Cornwell. We ask him about the new album, his days with The Stranglers and everything in between. So get a grip on yourself and listen in to a few moments of madness from the mind of Hugh Cornwell.
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