Mind Your Music

We talk to Scottish star of the musicals, Margaret Kelly. From Les Mes to Cats and from Glasgow to Broadway, we hear her story in this, Part 1 of our chat.  playlist below links to but all books mentioned here www.paulmurdoch.co.uk 

We continue our interview with Iain Forbes, guitar man from Glasgow, and explore is influences and current projects.  the playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2nZjXIh48XQ5kuxZNJFopZ?si=bVcqCcRtSJSzfVZGgvyrig&pi=wwpFT1NiQK2cy Get the book - Dead Dog Beach - 'a brilliant comedic thriller where Glasgow Gangland, The Mafia and rock bands slug it out' click the link below: https://www.paulmur...

In this episode we chat to Iain Forbes, another guitar guy from Glasgow who is known for his dexterity on acoustic and electric. We talk about his influences and his guitar teaching trchniques. playlist  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4De4br2PsE3Ul3oTXmsUGd?si=Dxt4KX5yR_GkJeTfn2b46w&pi=wQu-hiTATDy2k Get the book - Dead Dog Beach - 'a brilliant comedic thriller where Glasgow Gangland, The Ma...

We speak to Rachel Weir from Scottish Families Affected by Alochol and Drugs Helpline Number is 08080101011 We have our usual music playlist to accompany our conversation.  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2qcXeyH88Wf1SxEQpU6H8Z?si=7YKvRA_kR5OYGXiibwJUJA&pi=cx-rnmfSRw279 Mind Your Music - theme Dead Dog Beach by Magnetic North Creations Get the book - Dead Dog Beach - 'a brilliant comedic thr...

We chat to Jim Keilt, a well-known face in the Glasgow guitar scene, and a man with a wealth of stories and experiences in the music scene since the 70's. He's played with Middle of the Road and the Bay City Rollers, to name a few.  playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1ONWyvhXV9DjlLLFGYka8T?si=L5JEYoVCTKaQwQqMYwtujg Mind Your Music - theme Dead Dog Beach by Magnetic North Creations Get the...

We chat to Jim Keilt, a well-known face in the Glasgow guitar scene, and a man with a wealth of stories and experiences in the music scene since the 70's. He's played with Middle of the Road and the Bay City Rollers, to name a few.  playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1ONWyvhXV9DjlLLFGYka8T?si=L5JEYoVCTKaQwQqMYwtujg Mind Your Music - theme Dead Dog Beach by Magnetic North Creations Get the...

This Episode features part two of our chat with songwriter and producer Dan Gautreau. After working all over the world with Trevor Horn, Dan now runs his own state-of-the-art recording studio. He talks about his journey and some of the greats he's worked with along the way - Celine Deon, George Michael and Take That to name a few.  playlist : https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4Eik1KWeZXAKvFWFyuCQ3...

This Episode features songwriter and producer Dan Gautreau. After working all over the world with Trevor Horn, Dan now runs his own state-of-the-art recording studio. He talks about his journey and some of the greats he's worked with along the way - Celine Deon, George Michael and Take That to name a few.  playlist : https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4Eik1KWeZXAKvFWFyuCQ3Q?si=WFc-eHx7S_KJkZwUdm28_...

Part two of our chat with rock DJ and podcaster, Tom Russell. He talks about his life and work in music and film. With decades of interviews under his belt he has a wealth of anecdotes about some of the legends of rock.  The playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/55gfM6OpoV1JMa5YKrpMNd?si=Os-t6y9IT7GkoqRLqBn4aQ&pi=qgFGgpqLRnmvz Mind Your Music - theme Dead Dog Beach by Magnetic North Creat...

This time we chat to rock DJ and podcaster, Tom Russell about his life and work in music and film. With decades of interviews under his belt he has a wealth of anecdotes about some of the legends of rock.  The playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1y1dg6vtuViOC10YodzVpd?si=B6V-tDigQ8SLseovSpfvrQ&pi=CjzjzD_ZSkeU8 Mind Your Music - theme Dead Dog Beach by Magnetic North Creations Get the bo...

This time we chat about Climate Change and mental health. Is it a hoax? The people of Ghana don't think so. Leslie has already found a link to poor mental health. A lecturer at The Queen Margaret Univeristy in Edinburgh. we explore her work and continuing projects where she uses art to address mental heath issues. There is also a playlist to compliment the show.  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/...

This time we chat to Theresa Talbot, BBC presenter for 20 years, keen gardener, author and celebrant. We chat about her career and her projects. We also delve into her musical tastes and have a playlist to accompany this episode. https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3nqPLdPg3l03Wroq5pTV2k?si=Q3M3NeerR_CFUl6lYIQLLw&pi=wDb1i_dYQ2y_Q Mind Your Music - theme Dead Dog Beach by Magnetic North Creations...

Famous guitarist and sideman, Tim Renwick talks about playing with Pinl Floyd and Roger Waters as well as chatting about his guitars and favourite guitarists.  link to this episode's playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3XTAnTODa1kZgUFavswyMk?si=gQToeYvGSkSb2VRnqU8Azw&pi=SoolR8IhQuCBi

This episode is part 1 of a great chat with the incredible sideman, guitarist, Tim Renwick whos played on tracks by Al Stewart, Elton John The Surherland Bros and Quiver and many many more. He chats about touring with Elton John and Eric Clapton here. We also have our usual playlist to accompany our show. playlist for the show https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0b8QwWCKOYRoQP6SGpsqj6?si=UJcHA6dORwu...

We chat to Gillies MacKinnon who  has worked with a notable range of star actors across British, Irish, and international cinema, including Kate Winslet, Robin Wright, Albert Finney, Judi Dench, Ian Holm, Timothy Spall, Brian Cox, Jonathan Pryce, Robert Carlyle, Stephen Rea, Kevin McKidd, Jonny Lee Miller, Dougray Scott, Eddie Izzard, Gregor Fisher, Mark Rylance, Andie MacDowell, Olivia Williams,...

Gillies MacKinnon has worked with a notable range of star actors across British, Irish, and international cinema, including Kate Winslet, Robin Wright, Albert Finney, Judi Dench, Ian Holm, Timothy Spall, Brian Cox, Jonathan Pryce, Robert Carlyle, Stephen Rea, Kevin McKidd, Jonny Lee Miller, Dougray Scott, Eddie Izzard, Gregor Fisher, Mark Rylance, Andie MacDowell, Olivia Williams, Keira Knightley,...

This episode features Maggie MacInnes, a singer and harper who embraces her Gaelic roots and is involved in the evolving Scottish folk scene. She talks about her musical heritage and her forthcoming concerts and projects. Playlist for this episode Bohemian Rhapsody - Queen Gur Muladach sigth mi - Flora McNeil Tri Martolod - Allan Stivell Now Westlin Winds - Dick Gaughan Broom o the Cowdenknolls -...

This time we chat to Graham Morgan MBE about his journey through schitzophrenia, his writing and the music that inspires him. It also freatures a track by Grayling called 'Knees'. This Episode's playlist Knees - Grayling Before the Deluge - Moving Hearts  One of these Days - Pink Floyd A Pillow of Winds - Pink Floyd Go Your Own Way - Fleetwood Mac Into the Valley - The Skids No Surrender - Bruce S...

In this episode we chat to Hamie, lead singer of the rock band Heavy Pettin'. He talks about the band's journey in the 80's - recording with Brian May of Queen and touring the world with all the rock greats - Kiss, Aerosmith etc He then goes on to chat about his new album Rock Generation.  Mind Your Music - theme Dead Dog Beach by Magnetic North Creations Get the book - Dead Dog Beach - 'a brillia...

We chat to Fons Stam, a multitalented Dutch musician and songwriter. We talk about recording at Abbey Road and Sun Studio and, on the playlist, listen to some songs in different languages and hear about the Haarlem-based band Ampzing. Playlist for this episode  Les Musiciens - Flairck Pavane - Tis Van Leer Boil the Breakfast Early - The Chieftains A Blacksmith Courted Me - Julie Murphy I Walk the...

This is a special Christmas edition featuring the Rev Ian Miller. His musical tastes are explored along with his thoughts for 2026 and a Christmas message. Playlist for this episode 1. I Believe in Father Christmas - Greg Lake 2. Trinity - Cory Henry 3. Please Come Home for Christmas - The Eagles 4. Cradle in Bethlehem 5. Feliz Navidad - Jose Feliciano 6. O Come O Come Emmanuel - Pat Coil 7. Only...

This episode features the second part of our interview with Phil Cunningham, accordionist extraordinaire and multi-instrumentalist. He chats about the folk scene, the transatlantic sessions, working with Bonnie Raitt, the film Wild Rose and doing soundtrack music. He also talks about his love of Larry Adler and his penchant for jamming blues harp. Playlist for this episode One Part be my Lover - B...

This episode features Phil Cunningham, accordionist extraordinaire and multi-instrumentalist. He joined the band Silly Wizard at 16 and went on to play with people like Aly Bain and Mark Knopfler. This episode was recorded on Remembrance Day. Playlist for this episode 1. The Flowers of the Forest - Queen’s Royal Pipers 2. Remembrance Day - Mark Knopfler 3. Erin Go Bragh - Dick Gaughan 4. Mill Work...

We chat to Jeff about the War of the Worlds Immersive Experience in London, his work with Catherine Zeta Jones and long standing bass player, Herbie Flowers. He discusses AI and the music scene and finally his prowess at tennis. Episode Playlist. 1. I’m Deranged - David Bowie 2. Mars the Bringer of War - Gustav Holst 3. Trade Winds - Maggie Bell 4. The Artillery Man and the Fighting Machine 5. You...

This episode features Jeff Wayne, the producer and composer of The War of the Worlds. He has had many other strings to his bow over the years so we discuss collaborations with David Essex and Catherine Zeeta Jones. He also tells us how he managed to get Richard Burton on board in the 70’s. Playlist for this episode 1. Forever Autumn 2. Red Weed 3. Gonna make you a Star 4. Highway Star 5. Walk on t...