Keir Starmer shares post-punk passion and revisits musical past

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 3 min read 100% complete by Jessica MurrayOctober 26, 2025 at 04:20 PM

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Keir Starmer, during an interview on BBC Radio 3’s Private Passions, shared his passion for post-punk band Orange Juice and northern soul music, reflecting on his musical journey from childhood to adulthood. He discussed learning violin alongside future musician Fatboy Slim in school and winning a scholarship to the Guildhall School of Music and Drama. Starmer also touched upon personal family matters, including his mother’s struggle with Still’s disease and the recent loss of his brother Nick. He emphasized the importance of music as an escape and highlighted concerns over the decline of music education in schools.

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