Sidetracked with Arlo Parks

This week Nick is joined by a very special co-host, Arlo Parks, following the release of her third album, Ambiguous Desire. They discuss how songs come to her, being a sensitive child, accepting a Mercury prize from Annie, trusting yourself as an artist, and how LA inspires her music. Plus, what does an ideal night out look like for Arlo and which does she prefer: Coachella or Glastonbury? Elsewhere, Slayyyter gets a lot of love, Mitski settles into a residency in a hyper-intimate venue where “you can cry,” and the band Angine de Poitrine do something never been done in music before. We’re still open to our next Album Club recommendation, with Arlo suggesting a few in this week’s episode. Send your thoughts in to Annie and Nick! You can send a WhatsApp to 07970082700 or email sidetracked@bbc.co.uk And you can also stay in touch via our Instagram Channel, which you can find in the BBC Sounds Instagram bio. HOMEWORK: Listen to Arlo Park’s new album, Ambiguous Desire. SONGS The Eurythmics - Sweet Dreams Elmiene - Golden ALBUMS The xx - xx Angine de Poitrine - Vol.II Charli XCX - Brat Slayyyter - WOR$T GIRL IN AMERICA Massive Attack - debut album Mazzy Star - debut album Sexistential - Robyn The King of Limbs remix album – Radiohead CLUBS + DANCE FLOORS Nowadays - New York Midnight Lovers - LA Corsica - London Venue MOT/Unit 18 Palais - Peckham