In a career lasting 45 years brothers Ron and Russell Mael, as Sparks, have carved out a reputation as musical pioneers.

From their early days in Los Angeles, through their big hits of the 1970s — the propulsive glam rock of 'This Town Ain't Big Enough For Both Of Us', the dancefloor pulse of 'The Number One Song In Heaven' — and onto their electronic albums from the 1990s onwards, the Maels have remained eclectic musicians

Their third album ‘Kimono My House’ recently celebrated it’s 40th anniversary, and to mark the event a special reissued edition of the album has been released.

Russell talked about the making of the album, the surprising career he may have had if Sparks never happened, and the possibility of an Irish anniversary show.

Listen to the full interview below.

The Tom Dunne Show on Newstalk, Mon -Thurs 22:00 - 00:00