Lets Talk About The Music, Talk Show

#ltatm #letstalkaboutthemusic 🎄 Happy Holidays from Let’s Talk About The Music! 🎶 📣 Off the Mic will return December 27th — just in time to close out the year with more behind-the-scenes moments! 💻 Check out our official website for podcast updates, music blogs, merch, and more: 👉 www.ltatm.com 📻 LTATM is now a radio talk show! Season 2 has officially launched — 🎧 Watch Episode 1 now: “Movi...

Season 2 of Let’s Talk About The Music officially begins with a powerful conversation about moving forward — in music, creativity, and life. This episode features Aleisha and marks a major milestone for LTATM as the first episode produced in collaboration with 88.1 The Burg , transitioning the show into its new era as a live radio program. In this conversation, we reflect on growth, change, resili...

What if music wasn’t just a soundtrack—but a full-blown story lived track by track? Let’s rewind to where it all began… In this fourth rewind of Season 1, I take you behind the scenes of Let’s Talk About The Music during a defining chapter: Defending LTATM . This episode revisits some of the most powerful moments as I navigated challenges to protect and strengthen LTATM’s mission — uplifting indep...

EP 28 – LTATM Live: Harmonica Showcase at The Valley Hosted by: Shels L Pixi Let’s Talk About The Music goes LIVE for the first time ever—recorded in front of a real crowd at The Valley in Tacoma, WA ! 🎶✨ Join Shels and her special guests:  🎵 Benny Bostrom – Harmonica Pro & Performer 🎵 Tim from Fifteen Stitches 🎵 Steve from Chasing Pennies This special graduation + season finale episode k...

What does goth folk sound like—and how do you make it unforgettable? In this episode, Shels chats with indie goth-folk band Sunrust about how they craft immersive, emotional listening experiences that stay with you long after the song ends. From their creative process to how they blend genre influences, this episode peels back the curtain on the artistry behind their sound.  It’s raw, it’s real—an...

EP 26 – What’s Going On LTATM? Hosted by Shels L Pixi  In this heartfelt solo episode, Shels opens up about why Let’s Talk About The Music went silent on May 13th and honors the memory of Kevin Diers—fellow podcaster, radio host, and beloved voice in the Pacific Northwest music scene. She also takes you behind the scenes of everything happening with LTATM, including:  🎓 Her upcoming graduation fr...

In this episode of Let’s Talk About The Music , hosted by Shels, I sit down with two modern trailblazers— Elly Wininger and Marianne Osiel —who are carrying the legacy of women in music forward with heart, grit, and originality. Before we dive into the conversation, I share a little music history—because women have been making music for centuries. From ancient rituals to royal courts and medieval...

We’re diving back into episodes 16 through 23 to reflect on the heart, hustle, and wild surprises that came out of these conversations. From behind-the-scenes challenges to powerful moments that hit hard, this rewind is packed with insight, laughter, and lessons. Whether you’re new to Let’s Talk About The Music or a loyal listener, this episode gives you a deeper look at how the show keeps evolvin...

Joining Shels on this episode is her good friend Marjorie. Shels begins the recap of Episode 17 with the Ampersand Festival, and the conversation shifts to the Virginia music scene. 🎧 Tune in to LTATM: 🎙️ Podcast (all platforms): Wednesdays at 8 a.m. 📺 YouTube Premieres: Saturdays at 8 a.m. 🔗 Stay Connected with LTATM: 🌎 Website: Letstalkaboutthemusic.com 📺 YouTube: LTATM. Lets Talk About The...

In Episode 22 of Let’s Talk About The Music , we’re recapping highlights from the Live Spotlight: Creative Voices of the PNW event! 🎤✨ This episode celebrates the independent musicians, artists, and creatives who brought the Pacific Northwest to life with raw talent, inspiring stories, and community-driven energy. 🎧 Hear behind-the-scenes moments, powerful performances, and reflections from She...

Shels hangs out with Buzzed and Loaded , a local band straight outta Seattle, WA, to chat about the wild world of AI-generated music. Are they feeling the robot invasion or giving it a thumbs-up? 🤖🎸 We dive into a quick (and kinda hilarious) history of AI in music, plus shout out some iconic AI-fueled movies — including how AI gave Val Kilmer his voice back for Top Gun: Maverick . Mind. Blown....

🎙 EP 20 – Looking Back Part 2 🎶 It’s time for another trip down memory lane! In this episode, we’re revisiting the last seven episodes (EPs 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, and 15) of Let’s Talk About The Music! From unforgettable interviews to hilarious moments, we’re reflecting on the journey so far and celebrating the amazing guests, stories, and music that have made LTATM what it is today. Plus, a huge...

🎙️ LTATM Spotlight: Creative Women in Music 🎶 In Episode 19 , Shels catches up with Sunny Loudin and Meghanne Storey to explore the history of women who have shaped the music industry —influencing not just their own careers but the future of music itself. Shels also poses a few women’s empowerment questions —see if you can answer them too! Then, the conversation shifts to Spotlight: Creative Wome...

🎸 Juliet Tango | Musicians Outlaws: Breaking Rules & Making Noise 🎶 In this high-voltage episode of Let’s Talk About The Music, Shels dives deep with Juliet Tango, a band that lives outside the lines and rocks to their own rules. These musician outlaws share stories from the trenches — the gigs, the grind, and what it means to be truly independent in today’s music world. 🤘🔥 We talk: What d...

🎙️ Ampersand International Festival 2025 | Exclusive Interview with Producers Liz & Adam 🎶 Shels sits down with Liz and Adam, the producers behind the Ampersand International Festival , happening March 17-23, 2025 . In this episode, they discuss the festival’s history, what makes it unique, and how festivals have evolved over time . Whether you're an artist, industry professional, or festival...

Welcome to Let’s Talk About The Music , the ultimate podcast for everything music! 🎙️ Dive deep into the music industry with us as we explore its rich history, the challenges musicians face, and the triumphs of today’s artists. From the stories behind the songs to the latest industry trends, we give you an inside look at the voices shaping the future of music. 🎧 Subscribe to Let’s Talk About The...

Welcome to Let’s Talk About The Music , the ultimate podcast for everything music! 🎙️ Dive deep into the music industry with us as we explore its rich history, the challenges musicians face, and the triumphs of today’s artists. From the stories behind the songs to the latest industry trends, we give you an inside look at the voices shaping the future of music. Ever wondered what it’s like to make...

🎵 LTATM Ep 16 | The History of Song Structure + Man of the Mountain In Episode 16 of Let’s Talk About The Music , Shels L Pixi takes a deep dive into the history of song structure , breaking down how music composition has evolved over time. Joining the conversation is Man of the Mountain , a band known for their unique approach to songwriting. They share insights into their creative process, the...

 In Episode 15 of Let’s Talk About The Music, Shels L Pixi kicks things off by listing 15 indie musicians who have significantly shaped the Pacific Northwest music scene. These talented artists have contributed to the unique sound and rich culture of the PNW, and Shels takes a moment to spotlight their impact. After this, Shels sits down with Fifteen Stitches, an up-and-coming band making waves in...

In Episode 14 of Let’s Talk About The Music, Shels L Pixi takes a brief journey through the history of music labels, setting the stage for a conversation with Spencer from Avalon Street Records and Will from Prepaid Friends Records. In this episode, they dive into the important factors to consider when looking for a record label, from industry expectations to the creative freedom artists can maint...

🎙️ EPISODE 13 | Looking Back at Season 1 (Episodes 1-7) Welcome to Episode 13 of Let’s Talk About The Music! 🎶 In this special recap episode, I take a moment to reflect on the first seven episodes of Season 1. I’ll be doing this for every set of seven episodes, so stay tuned for more highlights! 📌 Each podcast episode also has an in-depth blog post with additional insights and behind-the-scenes...

In this episode of Let’s Talk About The Music, Shels L Pixi is joined by Mike, Band Manager of Limberlost, and Melody, Assistant Manager to The Meghanne Storey, to give a behind-the-scenes look at the world of music management. Together, they share the everyday tasks involved in managing musicians, as well as some insightful backstories from their experiences in the industry. Before diving into th...

In this landmark episode of Let’s Talk About The Music, Shels L Pixi sits down with four incredible women who are paving the way in the world of sound engineering, a field that’s still largely dominated by men. 🎧 Featured Guests: Ali Han – Founder of Basement Roots Entertainment Denise Barbarita – 3x Grammy Award-winning Engineer/Mixer Giorgi Baino – Award-winning Singer/Songwriter, Producer, and...

 In this special episode of Let’s Talk About The Music, Shels L Pixi sits down with Ripley from Juliet Tango and Evita from Way Past Midnight to discuss the unique challenges and triumphs of being women drummers in the music industry. 🎶 What’s Covered in This Episode? ✔️ Insights on being a woman drummer ✔️ A conversation about the early years of women drummers in music ✔️ The evolving role of wo...

 Join Shels L Pixi on Let’s Talk About The Music as she dives into the history of music promotions and how the industry has evolved over time. 🎙️ Special Guests: 🔥 Morgue Seattle – Burlesque Super Villainess & Twice-Elected Gothic Royalty 🔥 Stephen James Moore – Founder of Independent Music Promotions, a leading music PR & publicity company 🎧 What to Expect in This Episode? ✔️ The origi...