What is Mod? Mr. Suave's Mod, Mod World is one of the web's original modcasts celebrating mod music, and mod-influenced music from past eras including soul, ska, garage, sixties R&B power pop, punk, britpop, acid jazz, lounge, easy listening and more. SEARCH
It's all happening here with my special guest mod DJ, Derek Delboy Shepherd. Derek has his finger on the pulse of new mod music, and has had for quite a while. In the 80s he published one of the longest running mod fanzines ever, the legendary In The Crowd. And in the 90s followed that up by publishing another top fanzine, Tailor Made. These days he curates all the new mod friendly music you can find on his Spotify playlist, and he manages the New Mod Music group on Facebook. Here we jibber jabber about our experiences publishing fanzines back in the day, what mod music has inspired us over the years, and what we're listening to in the here and now. So much to talk about we didn't even get to how he met Paul Weller!
The Purple Hearts -- Millions Like Us (Live, Hippodrome, London, 9 November 1986)
The Silverados -- Downtown (2026)
The Last Orders -- Spend The Night (2026)
Modern Syndicated -- Death Of A Supermodel (2026)
The Strypes -- She's So Fine (2013)
What is Mod? Mr. Suave's Mod, Mod World is one of the web's original modcasts celebrating mod-influenced music from past eras including #mod #powerpop #punkrock #garagerock #northernsoul #britpop #acidjazz #lounge #exotica #ska #modrevival & more. Featuring over 500 mod friendly music mixes since 2006.
Once more unto the breach, dear friends, once more I am joined by Star Collector front man Vic Wayne, who shares with us some of the new tunes he's digging of late. So come and play, the modcast's afoot!
What is Mod? Mr. Suave's Mod, Mod World</> is one of the web's original modcasts celebrating mod-influenced music from past eras including #mod #powerpop #punkrock #garagerock #northernsoul #britpop #acidjazz #lounge #exotica #ska #modrevival & more. Featuring over 500 mod friendly music mixes since 2006.
It's green light go for another race through some great power pop songs of the past and present. This is the third installment in my occasional power pop series 3 Chords, 3 Minutes, & Skinny Ties.
What is Mod? Mr. Suave's Mod, Mod World</> is one of the web's original modcasts celebrating mod-influenced music from past eras including #mod #powerpop #punkrock #garagerock #northernsoul #britpop #acidjazz #lounge #exotica #ska #modrevival & more. Featuring over 500 mod friendly music mixes since 2006.
What happens when two old mods finally sit down and compare style notes? They discover their paths directly crossed nearly 40 years earlier for one thing. And they explore new sounds, old bands, and the everlasting strength of the mod lifestyle. I am joined by one of the best northern soul, mod DJs on the scene today, Mod Marty. He's the host of his own long running podcast On Target, and part of The Internationalists Club podcast along with T-Spurs and Lord Ward.
The Syndicate of Soul - I Don't Want to Say Forever (Unless It's to You)
And keep up with me between modcasts:
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And listen on Mod Radio UK
What is Mod? Mr. Suave's Mod, Mod World is one of the web's original modcasts celebrating mod-influenced music from past eras including #mod #powerpop #punkrock #garagerock #northernsoul #britpop #acidjazz #lounge #exotica #ska #modrevival & more. Featuring over 500 mod friendly music mixes since 2006.
From funky soul to northern soul, from power pop to jangle pop, and everything in between, this show has something for everyone. It's on days like these you want to feel the sun on your skin, taste the tonic in your gin, and listen to some beautiful tunes. I've got you covered. Relax, kick of your shoes and stay a while.
RIP J. Waylon Porcupine aka John W. Miller, of Reddmen and Friends of Cesar Romero.
Soul Grenades - Death at the Disco - Live @ Gunfactory Studios
Radio Days - One Heart One Love
Florentenes - Madeline
Purple Hearts - My LIfe's A Jigsaw
The Nashville Ramblers - No Other Girl
The Bayonets - Smartphone
All-Seeing Eyes - Caravan
And keep up with me between modcasts:
Subscribe - iTunes
X (formerly Twitter) - @mistersuave
Bluesky - @mistersuave Spotify
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And listen on Mod Radio UK
What is Mod? Mr. Suave's Mod, Mod World is one of the web's original modcasts celebrating mod-influenced music from past eras including #mod #powerpop #punkrock #garagerock #northernsoul #britpop #acidjazz #lounge #exotica #ska #modrevival & more. Featuring over 500 mod friendly music mixes since 2006.
Twenty years ago I got an iPod. The rest as they say is history. Having published a mod fanzine in So Cal in the 80s, and then a website in the 90s devoted to mod style and cocktail culture, I was predisposed to be intrigued by this new fangled publishing medium called a podcast. I dove in head first on May 26, 2006 with the very first episode of It's A Mod Mod World, which quickly got rebranded to Mr. Suave's Mod Mod World. Now here we are 20 years and 600 shows later. I'm joined by some old mates from the Positive Steps scooter club to talk scooters, concerts and music both old and new.
The Untouchables -- Free Yourself (1984)
The Jam -- Start (1980)
The Lambrettas -- Living For Today (1980)
20/20 -- Yellow Pills (1979)
The Style Council -- A Solid Bond In Your Heart (1983)
Dobie Grey -- The In Crowd (1964)
The English Beat -- Too Nice To Talk To (1980)
The Bangles -- Want You (1982)
The first video promo for the modcast, 2007
And keep up with me between modcasts:
Subscribe - iTunes
X (formerly Twitter) - @mistersuave
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And listen on Mod Radio UK
What is Mod? Mr. Suave's Mod, Mod World is one of the web's original modcasts celebrating mod-influenced music from past eras including #mod #powerpop #punkrock #garagerock #northernsoul #britpop #acidjazz #lounge #exotica #ska #modrevival & more. Featuring over 500 mod friendly music mixes since 2006.
Is there a new mod renaissance upon us? That is the question I've been asking myself since last year. Sitting in Seattle casting my jaundiced eye on the scene from afar I ask you: is London swinging again? Over the years claims of new mod revivals have been made, and almost never supported, especially in the 21st century. I dive deep into the subject, here's my research and my opinion. Agree or disagree? Let me know. Either way I think you'll enjoy the show.
And keep up with me between modcasts:
Subscribe - iTunes
X (formerly Twitter) - @mistersuave
Bluesky - @mistersuave Spotify
Facebook - facebook.com/modmodworld
Instagram - instagram.com/mrrobsuave/ iHeart Radio
And listen on Mod Radio UK
What is Mod? Mr. Suave's Mod, Mod World is one of the web's original modcasts celebrating mod-influenced music from past eras including #mod #powerpop #punkrock #garagerock #northernsoul #britpop #acidjazz #lounge #exotica #ska #modrevival & more. Featuring over 500 mod friendly music mixes since 2006.
Spring has sprung, and it's time to get moving and grooving. I've got a perfect, mod friendly mix of music just right for a sunny spring day, or even a rainy Sunday evening.
What is Mod? Mr. Suave's Mod, Mod World isthe web's original modcast celebrating mod-influenced music from past eras including #mod #powerpop #punkrock #garagerock #northernsoul #britpop #acidjazz #lounge #exotica #ska #modrevival & more. Featuring over 500 mod friendly music mixes since 2006.
What makes a hit? It's as hard to know today as it ever was. Beauty is in the ear of the belistener, and you better be listening to this modcast because it is packed with hits and shoulda been hits. From Mighty Hannibal to Say She She, from The Allergies to Kanpai Quartet to Steve White Trio. It's a veritable cornucopia of funky mod friendly hits to help you get your groove on. Party on down the street kids!
Ooops! I did it again, another all covers show. Now these are what you might call ... not the originals. More like echoes and interpretations. So, get you earbuds settled and top off your cocktail because I'm about to flip it and rip it on Modcast #596 Licensed to Cover.
Sparks -- We Are The Clash (2003)
Boney M -- Painter Man (1978)
Donnoya Drake -- Groove Is In The Heart (2026)
Ozomatli -- Land Of 1000 Dances (2017)
Jamie and the Numbers -- Shout To The Top (2021)
Alex Chilton -- Oogum Boogum (197?)
Los Straightjackets & Rev. Horton Heat -- Bim Bam Baby (2006)
Secret Affair -- Don't Need No Doctor (2013)
The Dollyrots -- You Don't Own Me (2025)
Lisa Mychols -- I Go Wild (2016)
The Hellflowers -- Stutter (2025)
The Linda Lindas -- California Sun (2026)
The Damned -- I'm Not Like Everybody Else (2026)
She & Him -- Sunday Girl (2013)
Mother Earth -- Fly Like An Eagle (1996)
The Animals -- Paint It Black (1967)
Bonus Third Set
Squeeze - Junior's Farm (Wings cover)
Junior Dell & The D-Lites - Praise You
Social Distortion - Death Or Glory
The Disposable Heroes of Hiphoprisy - California Uber Alles
What is Mod? Mr. Suave's Mod, Mod World isthe web's original modcast celebrating mod-influenced music from past eras including #mod #powerpop #punkrock #garagerock #northernsoul #britpop #acidjazz #lounge #exotica #ska #modrevival & more. Featuring over 500 mod friendly music mixes since 2006.
Good things come to those who wait. Here come the goods from the likes of The Selectmen, The Corner Laughers, Drool Brothers, The Eddies, Jim Basnight, The Decibels and many more.
New year, new music, same issues. Here comes the first modcast of 2026 featuring a mix of music from garage rock to sophistipop, from northern soul to indie rock. Tune in, turn on, and be careful on the dancefloor. There are witnesses.
New year, new music. But what about last year's great music? Here's a last hurrah for some of the best releases of 2025. These are 20 of my favorites that I listened to on repeat in 2025. So many best of lists are ridiculously long with 200, 250, even 500 releases. What's the point? I like to take my time and actually edit it down to a managable number that means something. It's not easy, there are some bands that didn't make the cut, but were so very close and truly deserving. But not everything can be a favorite, because again, what would be the point? So here's my look back at some of 2025s best. Enjoy and let me know what you think, leave a comment below and tell me what some of your faves were in 2025.
And keep up with me between modcasts:
Subscribe - iTunes
X (formerly Twitter) - @mistersuave
Bluesky - @mistersuave Spotify
Facebook - facebook.com/modmodworld
Instagram - instagram.com/mrrobsuave/ iHeart Radio
And listen on Mod Radio UK
What is Mod? Mr. Suave's Mod, Mod World</> is one of the web's original modcasts celebrating mod-influenced music from past eras including #mod #powerpop #punkrock #garagerock #northernsoul #britpop #acidjazz #lounge #exotica #ska #modrevival & more. Featuring over 500 mod friendly music mixes since 2006.
