Sunderland Music City Podcast

Frankie and Ross discuss the significance and relevance of Sunderland Music City Radio and it's launch this week

Frankie and Ross are joined by fellow Music Officer and Musician Marty Longstaff. Marty explains his background and tells the listeners of the existing music education and vocational organisations in the city of Sunderland

Frankie Francis and Ross Millard meet to discuss our latest topic and speak about where music is performed. They also hear first hand from Ben Wall who runs Sunderland's longest running independent music venue.

Ben Lunn is a Composer originally from Sunderland, he regularly travels the world with his work in music. Ben is also a fierce advocate for accessibility within not just the genres he represents and works in but for music in general. He joins Frankie to speak about his journey so far, shares some tips for getting involved and speaks passionately about issues surrounding access.

Paul Reed, Regional Organiser North of England for the Musicians' Union, joins Frankie Francis and Ross Millard to talk about life as a musician in 2025. Paul explains how an established informed organisation like the MU can support people in the music industry, whichever route they take.

Frankie Francis and Ross Millard are joined by Janine Ellis MA, MBACP (Reg) aka Lorelei Therapy, Integrative Therapist, Registered Practitioner of UKBAPAM a member of Music Industry Therapist Collective (MITC) and advisor to Launchpad Music.

Frankie Francis and Ross Millard discuss what career progression looks like in music with special guests Bradley Kulisic from Singing Light Music, Gareth Dobson from Wichita Management, and Bernard Butler as he spends time in Sunderland delivering a masterclass for Sunderland Music City.

In the first episode of our new series, Frankie Francis is joined by Ross Millard as they speak to Managing Director of the Music Cities Network Lena Ingwersen.

The fourth and final part of the audio version of the 5 year strategy produced by Sunderland Music City. Narrated by Music Officer Frankie Francis

The third part of the audio version of the 5 year strategy produced by Sunderland Music City. Narrated by Music Officer Frankie Francis

The second part of the audio version of the 5 year strategy produced by Sunderland Music City. Narrated by Music Officer Frankie Francis

The first part of the audio version of the 5 year strategy produced by Sunderland Music City. Narrated by Music Officer Frankie Francis