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The thread discusses the significance of John Peel in relation to a mushroom bhaji recipe, referencing a story where musician Billy Bragg brought a biryani and mushroom bhaji to Peel at the BBC, along with a demo tape. The initial confusion about the relevance of John Peel is clarified by a reply that explains this anecdote. The community reaches a consensus that the connection is indeed tied to Bragg's gesture and its impact on his music career.

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John Peel special; mushroom bhaji
« on: November 05, 2016, 01:14 PM »
John Peel special; mushroom bhaji
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Re: John Peel special; mushroom bhaji
« Reply #1 on: November 05, 2016, 02:33 PM »
What (if one may ask) is the relevance/significance of John Peel in this context, onions.  And was the reference to John Peel as in "D'ye ken ..." or as in "A personal take on music" ?

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Re: John Peel special; mushroom bhaji
« Reply #2 on: November 05, 2016, 03:44 PM »
Perhaps slightly opaque, yes. Billy Bragg- who you doubtless know as the 'Bard of Barking'- took Peel a biryani and mushrooms bhaji one night at the BBC studios, and slipped a demo tape in the bag with it. Hence the Peel played it, gave him a session, and the rest, as they say, is listerine. 
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Re: John Peel special; mushroom bhaji
« Reply #3 on: November 05, 2016, 04:51 PM »
Ah, thank you, all is now clear !
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