Posted by musicianspodcast on February 15, 2012
The second half of Silas' interview. In this part we crack open a few more beers and discuss subject material of songs, building a fan base, music theory, Devin Townsend, philosophy, the effect of the internet upon music, The X-Factor, redeeming the word "hippy", appearing at the Bloodstock festival, the future and playing live. Also look out for some great advice about adapting to change and keeping an open mind.
Contains explicit language - if that offends you, please don't listen. It will save us a long tedious exchange of emails.
Featured Tracks
- Silas - To The Ground (intro) (To The Ground EP)
- Silas - Flip The Script (To The Ground EP)
- Silas - Stuck In The Grind (To The Ground EP)
- Silas - Set To Fail (Unreleased)
- Silas - To The Ground (To The Ground EP)
- Silas - Rollin' On (To The Ground EP)
Posted by musicianspodcast on February 10, 2012
Kent metal band Silas provided so much gold that I'm splitting their interview into two parts: this is the first half. Silas had an interesting development that includes needing to largely reinvent themselves after losing a couple of their founding members. Hear them talk about making adjustments, finding a new frontman, writing and recording songs, the incognito influence of George Elliot and their somewhat confusing/nuanced/exploratory way of defining their music (it involves a sieve)...
Hear more about and keep up to date with the band on their Facebook page. Their EP To The Ground can be purchased from their merch store or you can find it on iTunes.
The second half of Silas' interview will be in part five, due on Monday February 13th.
Contains explicit language - consider this fair warning, and don't cry if you have delicate ears!
Featured Tracks
- Silas - Angels Lie (To The Ground EP)
- Silas - Delusion Is The Illusion (from the 5-piece era)
- Silas - The Loss (from the 5-piece era)
- Silas - Cause & Effect (Unreleased)
- Silas - Open your Eyes (To The Ground EP)
- Silas - Flip The Script (To The Ground EP)
- Silas - Journey To The End (Unreleased)
Posted by musicianspodcast on February 9, 2012
In part three, Glen talks to former Run Toto Run vocalist Rachael Kichenside about all the stuff you're becoming quite accustomed to by now. Rachael's experiences are wide ranging, and she talks enthusiastically about session work; writing and performing as a solo artist and as a part of a band and the differences therein; making friends and being involved in what's going on around you; networking; and the very best way to make scatty-genius video producers deliver on time. We also get a little bit of insight into what industry people are looking for in an act, and some fantastic advice for aspiring musicians.
Do not miss this one!
Featured Tracks
- Run Toto Run - Plastic Gold (Plastic Gold EP)
- Rachael Kichenside - Something To Say (Like The Tides EP)
- Run Toto Run - Breakdown (Plastic Gold EP)
- Run Toto Run - Sleepy Head (Passion Pit cover)
- Run Toto Run - Alice (Plastic Gold EP)
- Run Toto Run - Good Coat (Plastic Gold EP)
- Run Toto Run - Catch My Breath (Plastic Gold EP)
- Run Toto Run - Fall Back (Unreleased)
- Run Toto Run - Are You For Real? (Unreleased)
- Rachael Kichenside - Like The Tides; Dave Haslam remix (Like The Tides EP)
- Run Toto Run - Go Slowly (Unreleased)
Videos worth looking up:
Catch My Breath - as talked about in the interview.
This Is A Lull - from the unfinished album; also worth checking out in real time to see how it was made.
Sleepy Head: the one what went viral.
Posted by musicianspodcast on February 8, 2012
To the backdrop of passing siren-endowed vehicles, Glen talks to fledgling rock band Allied Arms about their experiences with songwriting, recording, and playing live. Also watch out for vignettes about disguised recording studios and the perils of playing brass instruments in November...
Find out more about and keep up date with the band on their Facebook page. Their demo EP is available on iTunes.
Featured Tracks
- Allied Arms - The Rage (Demo EP)
- Allied Arms - Chasing (Demo EP)
- Allied Arms - Hearts For Hostage; Draft Version (Unreleased)
- Allied Arms - Sleepwalker; Draft Version (Unreleased)
- Allied Arms - Abolition (Demo EP)
Posted by musicianspodcast on January 18, 2012
Glen launches the series by talking to South London singer-songwriter Heather Andrews about songwriting, recording an album, being crushed by furniture, chance meetings and her journey through music so far!
For more information and to find out how to buy Songs Of My Very Own visit Heather's website.
Featured tracks:
- Heather Andrews - Come
- Heather Andrews - You Will Gain
- Heather Andrews - Miss Evans
- Moodbungalow - Feel Like Dying
- Heather Andrews - Some Guys
- Heather Andrews - Too Weak To Speak
- Heather Andrews - Start Something
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