Radio Reverb Unplugged: VE Day, Tour Tales & Moonlight Musings Body:
This week’s episode of Radio Reverb is a journey through memories, music, and moonbeams. From reflections on VE Day to punk anthems and DIY spirit, I (Tara Rez) and Segs dive into raw tour stories, iconic inspirations like Grace Jones and Annie Lennox, and moments of cosmic awe under the flower moon.
We also explore identity, resilience, and what it means to create and connect in a chaotic world. From losing my guitar on a rail replacement bus to connecting with emerging artists at Sad Fest, this episode is for everyone who's ever loved loud music and quiet moments. Background tracks courtesy #mobygratis
Listen to the full episode now:
Featured Tracks:
Radio Reverb Playlist – Tara Rez Show
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Grace Jones – Do or Die
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Ruts DC – Poison Games
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Hotwired – We Are Strong
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Jane County – Identity
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Fugazi – Merchandise
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Damidge – Ritten In Rehab
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Fractured – Supermarket
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Dark Tropics – Whispers
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Blacklist Union – Mississippi Moonhound
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The Sixx – Shadows
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UK Subs – I Live In A Car
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Frankie Goes To Hollywood – Two Tribes
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Joey Ramone – Wonderful World
Beltane Vibes, Protest Sounds & Love
Tara Rez on Radio Reverb with Segs Jennings - May 1st Show
The shift from spring into summer has always felt magical — Beltane is here and with it, transformation is in the air. This week’s Radio Reverb show (1st May 2025) was alive with connection, protest, love, and raw creativity.
Outside, surrounded by nature, the show began flowing like the Beltane fires themselves. We vibed to the classic Love Is The Drug and spiraled into reflections on love, poetry and rebellion — from T Rex's timeless Beltane Walk (a nod to the poet within Marc Bolan) to the urgent sounds of modern protest.
Kneecap stormed in with razor-edged rhymes and political fire, making waves globally and standing firm for identity and resistance. Conflict returned after two decades with Cut the Crap, featuring the late great Benjamin Zephaniah — poetry, anger and truth woven into sonic defiance.
There were moments of tenderness and nostalgia too — from Rhoda Dakar’s Version Girl to Alabama 3’s Hypo Full of Love, all wrapped in stories and shared memories.
From Brighton to Palestine to Belfast to Scotland and back again, the soundtrack was rich, rebellious and resonant. That’s what radio is for.
Listen again & feel the pulse of it all —
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Until next time — stay tuned, stay curious, and stay connected
Radio Reverb Show Playlist — May 1st 2025 — Tara Rez
Opening Theme + Intro Chat
Roxy Music — Love Is The Drug
T Rex — Beltane Walk
The Tights — I Can’t Sing About What You Are
Billy Idol & Avril Lavigne — 77
Kneecap — Fine Art
The Original Ruby Throat — Free Palestine
Conflict (feat. Benjamin Zephaniah) — Cut The Crap
Rhoda Dakar — Version Girl
Vice Squad — Defiant
The Gyro Babies — Foggy Windows
Moby — That’s When I Reach For My Revolver
Alabama 3 — Hypo Full of Love (A Sermon)
Earth Day Radio Riot: Tara Rez & Segs Jennings Tear Up the Airwaves
This Earth Week, I got together with the legendary Segs Jennings (Ruts DC) to create a special for Radio Reverb – straight from the tour trail in Glasgow. Our Earth Day 2025 special wasn't just about the music (although trust me, the tunes are wild). It was about the message.
We talked truth. We celebrated rebel voices. We honoured the Earth. And we played tracks that shake foundations. From "London Calling" to our own track "Fight On," this show is all about putting purpose into punk.
Listen again. Share it wide. Get involved. This isn’t just a playlist – it’s a call to action.
Tune in on Mixcloud: [Link placeholder]
Explore Earth Day projects: earthday.org
| #OurPowerOurPlanet
Tracklist (Approximate Timestamps):
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00:00 – Nekromantix – “I’m Alive”
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06:30 – The Clash – “London Calling”
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12:20 – Tara Rez – “Fight On”
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18:00 – Cyndi Lauper – “Money Changes Everything”
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23:50 – The Priscillas – “Plastic”
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30:10 – Cherie Currie ft. Marky Ramone – “Cherry Bomb”
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35:45 – Sham 69 – “Tell Us the Truth”
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41:00 – Henge – “In Praise of Water”
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48:20 – Death – “Let the World Turn”
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55:00 – Depeche Mode – “The Landscape Is Changing”
Tara Rez Show with Segs Jennings – New Radio Reverb Slot + Explosive Episode Recap
️ Date: April 17, 2025
Station: Radio Reverb 97.2FM Brighton
Hosts: Tara Rez & Segs Jennings
Replay: Streaming now on https://www.mixcloud.com/RadioReverb/brixton-babylon-broken-systems-the-tara-rez-show-w-segs-jennings-rutsruts-dc/ add the player on sites
New Show Time. Same Rebel Spirit.
Rebel queen of punk and fierce community voice Tara Rez brings her electrifying radio show to a brand new slot: Thursdays at 6PM on Radio Reverb 97.2FM.
Co-hosted with Segs Jennings from legendary punk outfit Ruts DC, this show blends underground music, live energy, emotional depth, and social commentary – all set to a killer soundtrack.
If you love punk rock, alternative music culture, Brighton’s underground scene, and the voices that don’t get heard on mainstream radio – this show is for you.
️ This Week’s Highlights
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“Something’s happening in Brixton… and it’s gonna affect the whole country.” – a deep dive into community change and street-level culture.
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⚡ Live Glitch Moment: when lyrics about electricity caused the mixing desk to freak out – literally. Synchronicity or system hack?
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️ Tribute to reggae icon Max Romeo with a heartfelt personal story and his legendary track War Inna Babylon.
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Farewell to Clem Burke – drummer from Blondie, with audio snippets and memories.
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Tara & Segs in Paris – punk legends reflecting on pre-Brexit Europe, Iggy Pop, Patti Smith, and the independent soul of France.
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Exclusive plays from new rising acts and cult favorites.
Full Tracklist – April 17 Show
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Tone 396 – A Burning Forest The Ruts - Babylon's Burning vs The Cure
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NOSI – So Good (666K views & counting)
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The Duel – Rule The World
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The Meffs – Only Human
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Sonny E – Teddy Boy
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Max Romeo – War Inna Babylon Tribute to Max Romeo
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Blondie – Dreaming Tribute to Clem Burke
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The Briefs – Knife
9. Iggy Pop - Cry For Love10. The Ramones – Poison Heart11. Lou Reed – Rock & Roll
Why This Show Matters
Tara Rez isn’t just a radio presenter – she’s a decades-deep punk activist, DIY queen, and musical tastemaker who’s been building community through sound since the dawn of online music.
Teaming up with Segs from Seminal Punk band the Ruts, on live music chaos to political poetry, the show celebrates the real, the raw, and the revolutionary. No corporate playlists. No AI-curated fluff. Just powerful sound + real people.
Support Independent Radio
This episode is also part of Reverb-a-Thon 2025, the yearly fundraiser for Radio Reverb – Brighton’s 100% volunteer-run, ad-free, and community-first station.
If you believe in independent media, now’s the time to act.
Donate or sponsor a show at radioreverb.com
Listen, Follow & Share
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Stream the show: Mixcloud – Tara Rez
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Tune in live: 97.2FM (Brighton), DAB+, radioreverb.com
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Show times: Mondays 8PM | Wednesdays 11PM | Thursdays 6PM
Tara Rez & Segs Jennings Celebrate Community & Sound
https://www.mixcloud.com/RadioReverb/reverberthon-rising-tara-rez-segs-celebrate-community-sound/
️ RADIO REVERB SHOW RECAP — 24 march 2025 ️
with Tara Rez & Segs Jennings
Another magical Monday wrapped on Radio Reverb! Here's what went down:
Reverberthon 2024 is coming!
Radio Reverb turns 18! Join us in Brighton for a two-day celebration:
April 11th – Brighton Open Market (Live Broadcast)
April 12th – Hope & Ruin Pub (Fundraiser Party)
Local businesses: get involved as sponsors! Let's keep community radio advert-free and alive.
Gig Talk: Prince Albert Vibes
We caught Winter Gardens at their EP launch — heartfelt post-punk magic in a packed-out room. Big shout to Mia on sound and Will for his passion!
Fresh Music Spins:
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A Flock of Seagulls – “I Ran (So Far Away)”
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Peter Murphy – “The Art Room Wonder” (from new album Silver Shade)
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Crass Jen – “Puppets of War”
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Love Worms – “The Drop” (Thanks Mick Mercer!)
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The Damned – “History of the World”
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Kneecap – Bold rap meets radical politics
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The Briefs – “Rotten Love”
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Human League – “A Blind Youth”
Spotlight on Kneecap
The Derry band is shaking things up with Irish language rap, political satire, and raw storytelling. Mixed reviews? Yes. But powerful stuff.
Tara & Segs Updates:
Tara’s finishing her new album
Segs is back on the road from March 28th (Norwich) with more dates through May
Catch Segs DJing April 5th at Tara’s next club night
Final Word:
"Support local. Celebrate music. Keep exploring. We'll see you next Monday!"
FFRUK TV S1 E6 Feat: Segs (Ruts/Ruts DC) + Tara(The Duel) + RUTS DC + More
Join us from the comfort of your home for some mind enhancing heart tickling entertainment.
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Happy 2022 to all if you!
Sun 3 April 2022
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Tara Rez + The Duel UK Tour 2021 / 2022
New Uk shows begin with the first one supporting UK Subs at the The Exchange in Bristol.
The Black Snake Prophecy EP
Really pleased to announce that the Black Snake Prophecy EP will be released in November this year on FFR UK.
Tour dates and news will be announced soon, so please do subscribe to stay updated, cheers and see you on the road!
Tara x
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Your name could take flight to Mars next year.
NASA is inviting people around the world to submit their names to fly aboard the life-hunting Mars 2020 rover, which is scheduled to launch next summer and touch down on the Red Planet in February 2021.
"As we get ready to launch this historic Mars mission, we want everyone to share in this journey of exploration," Thomas Zurbuchen, associate administrator for NASA's Science Mission Directorate in Washington, D.C., said in a statement Tuesday (May 21). "It's an exciting time for NASA, as we embark on this voyage to answer profound questions about our neighboring planet and even the origins of life itself."
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The Black Snake Prophecy EP
The Black Snake Prophecy EP
1. Fight On
2. Shadow of Dreams
3. Dying Sun
Release date August 2019
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