Mitch Benn's Crimes Against Music

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The comedian goes on a journey through the glitzy world of pop

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Mitch Benn's Crimes Against Music: Series 3: Episode 1

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Series 3

BBC Radio 4 Extra - Mitch Benn's Crimes Against Music, Series 3, Episode 1

Mitch tries to break America, but it doesn’t quite go to plan.

Mitch tries to break America, but it doesn’t quite go to plan. Plus, the truth behind Franz Ferdinand's inspiration. From 2006.

Mitch attempts to break America, but is refused entry at the border for violations of the Patriot Act concerning songs mocking Dubya Bush and US foreign policy. 

He’s forced to play a gig in Moosebutt Canada. 

Highlights include a ballad from an X-Factor hopeful and the truth behind Franz Ferdinand's musical inspiration.

Mitch Benn returns with a series of music and comedy.

He's joined by Morrissey-obsessive Robin Ince and the Distractions. 

With:

Kirsty Newton
Craig Campbell
Jane Perry
Tasha Baylis 

Producer:  Adam Bromley.

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in June 2006.

Mitch Benn's Crimes Against Music: Series 3

Your digital radio entertainment station showcasing the best in comedy and drama

Your digital radio entertainment station showcasing the best in comedy and drama. With recent favourites from BBC Radio 4.

An anarchic mix of music and comedy, presented by Now Show stalwart Mitch Benn

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