Indie Voices Podcast

I never really know what to say when describing an artists music. Most of the time I feel like I’m just making it up. So when I say Middle Management are a post punk, socially conscious, funky, guitar driven, synth layered slice of Teesside’s musical best, take it with a pinch of salt and just come up with your own blurb. I can’t remember how I first stumbled across their music, but it was their s...

Last year in August I had the opportunity to play keys for Marina at Kendal Calling. I’ve provided dep keys for many original artists over the years. Aside from the high quality of the songs, the one thing that made this gig so memorable for me was seeing how much she was enjoying herself on stage. It was an energy that quickly transferred to the audience who had gathered to hear her soul infused,...

Having successfully evaded any type of life changing success in music, I’ve always been intrigued by those who achieve in music. So when I had the opportunity to chat with Evan Sult, one of the guys who wrote and recorded Flagpole Sitta, the theme song for Peep Show, I jumped at the chance. I don’t want to go on about it too much, as he’s working on a new project called The Open Flames, the subjec...

I really wanted Bridie and Nick to tell me something more poetic about why they recorded their album Flowers in the winter of 2024. It turns out the answer was really ordinary and had something to do with frolicking in the summer sun. Around ten years ago, maybe more, I was introduced to a song called Scarecrow by a mate called Scott. Correction, I was Scott’s manager and I was a much better recip...

There’s a church called St Mary’s in Lastingham. When you step inside, it feels like its 1,371-year history has soaked into the stone and timber. Time hasn’t just passed through the place, it lives there, in every brick, beam and pew. I feel the same about some acoustic instruments. My old piano, a 1950s upright, always felt like it held echoes of everything it had ever played. Old songs, long-for...

I’ve always loved short stories. The ones where the author says just enough to give you the outlines of what they’re trying to convey. The kind of stories where your imagination does the heavy lifting. So when I read the Bandcamp description of These Witching Hours I felt the same frisson. Dale describes the EP as 5 character studies born from introspection, growth and confidence through crisis. T...

Robyn Errico is a song writer and musician from Darlington. Over the last six months Robyn has been earning well deserved recognition for the epic and cinematic nature of her music. With interviews, festival slots and support gigs filling up her diary IO wanted to speak to a fellow keys player about making music, gear, songwriting and much more. https://www.instagram.com/robyn.errico/ https://www....

Henry is an award winning music industry freelancer. His background involves songwriting, touring, artist management and development, mentoring and he also organises and runs Twisterella Festival. In this episode we had a fascinating conversation about henrys work as an manager and mentor, how artists can make it easier for fans to support them, the future of independent music and as always, much...

In this episode I'm joined by North East singer-songwriter Jodie Nicholson, whose music sits at the intersection of ambient indie, introspective pop, and cinematic songwriting. With her collaborative new EP, We Can Talk releasing on 27th June, we talk about her journey from Golden Hour (2019) and what it means to be an independent artist in an ever-changing music landscape. Expect reflections on t...

In this episode of Indie Voices, I chat with Rob Glover from North East UK punk band Specky Cult about how it all started—as an idea for a musical—and grew into a full-blown band. From acoustic roots to a louder edge, they talk about finding their voice, tackling real-life themes with humour, and giving people a fresh way to see the world through raw, honest music. This is a public episode. If you...

Kirsten Izer, a New Jersey-born songwriter, has been crafting stories through music since she was 11. Influenced by artists like Kate Bush, St. Vincent, and Caroline Polachek, her music blends evocative storytelling with rich instrumental textures. After five years as a music publicist and journalist in New York, she moved to Los Angeles to focus on her own artistry. With three acclaimed singles a...

It’s been 18 months since June Holland set out on her solo music journey, and she’s joining me for a chat about how it’s all going. We talk about her goals, what keeps her inspired, how she creates her music, and loads more. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit indievoicespodcast.substack.com

London-based powerhouse Nathalie Miranda blends soul, blues, and classic rock into high-energy retro pop. With support from BBC Radio and Future Hits Radio, her music champions underdogs with themes of empowerment and resilience. She’s performed on Later...with Jools and at iconic London venues like The Troubadour and The Bedford. Fluent in four languages, Nathalie is a sought-after collaborator,...

Smith & Liddle are Billy Smith and Elizabeth Liddle, two of the UK's brightest rising stars of the independent music scene. In this episode we talk about their upcoming album, melding the warm organic sounds of the 60's and 70's with modern influences, their upcoming tour with Young Gun and Silver Fox and more. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other...

Dossers are a grungy punk band hailing from Teesside, a region in the North East of England close to the Gulf of Yorkshire. In this episode we talk about the bands inspirations, the state of the world and lots of other things. There's adult language throughout despite our best efforts. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus epi...

Hiraeth is a welsh word which loosely translates as a deep, bittersweet feeling of longing and nostalgia for something that is absent or lost. This feeling is perfectly encapsulated in the latest album from Twelve Days In June, called Hiraeth. In this record Dave has explored themes of grief, isolation and mortality. Its a guitar forward, 90's alternative rock inspired piece of magic which I have...

East London based singer songwriter Art Block has been busily carving a name for himself in the Alt-Folk music scene. With a knack for working with amazing musicians and producers Art has created a distinctive body of work addressing a range of deeply relatable themes and issues. I thoroughly enjoyed speaking with Art, his music covers a range of genres and moods and his strength as a songwriter s...

Luke Evans has been a part of the independent music scene for a good few years. From 2007 to 2019 he provided drums and backing vocals to the highly acclaimed Young Rebel Set. Alongside other music projects he also fronts the excellent We Tibetans. In this episode we talk about music and mental health, touring, songwriting and much more. https://www.facebook.com/wetibetans/?locale=en_GB https://op...

Luke Evans has been working in the independent music scene for a while. From 2007 to 2015 he contributed drums and backing vocals to the highly acclaimed Young Rebel Set and recently he has been fronting the brilliant We Tibetans. In this episode we talk about music and mental health, songwriting, touring and much more. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscri...

In this episode we dive into the dreamy, nostalgic world of Pale Moon, the Icelandic\Siberian indie duo based in Barcelona, blending smooth indie sounds with new wave influences. Inspired by legends like Billy Joel, David Bowie, and The Beach Boys, Árni Gudjonsson and Nata Sushchenko create music that captures both idealism and escapism. With recent hits like the funky “Spaghetti” and upbeat “Dopa...

Known for her strong and evocative lyricism Emma Robson has been making a name for herself on the UK music scene for a few years. Whether working on her solo material or her other projects such as Moonwax, listeners love the quality of Emma's voice. In this episode we spoke about Emma's latest single "Aliens on Mars", how the early hours can spark creativity, dream collaborations and more. In prep...

Lavender Fire is the artist name for talented singer/songwriter Cecilee. Cecilee lives and works in the vibrant independent music community of South Virginia.  This was a really interesting and fun episode to make. Not only because I learned about Cecilee's music and approach to composition. We also discussed Cecilee's thoughts on LGBT representation in the music industry. We spoke about composing...

The Noire Project is the musical outlet for talented singer/songwriter Erin Mccafferty. Hailing from the midlands and currently studying at Leeds Conservatoire Erin is making a name for herself as the composer of ethereal, orchestral and emotionally charged songs. What first drew me into Erin's music were the superb lyrics and haunting melody of her song "Slowly". Coming from her latest EP "Ruin"...

Join British singer-songwriter Elaine Palmer as she takes you on an intimate journey through her musical landscape, shaped by the wild beauty of the North Yorkshire Moors and the sun-soaked terrain of the American Southwest. In this podcast, Elaine shares stories behind her evocative songs, including those from her latest album, "Half Moon Rising," recorded in the hills of San Diego with an impres...

This is a fascinating episode with acclaimed songwriter Rojor. Over 250000 streams, a brilliant back catalogue and a lovely guy. https://www.rojor.com/ https://rojor.bandcamp.com/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/1ZY363Wgakfclj5IYCNhtX?si=asgiyGgmSJO20oUNNJne_Q This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit indievoicespodcas...