Music Stories with Tony Lloyd

In this hilarious episode I talk to two members of The Bootleg Shadows Geoff Bearpark and Tony Cole about how it all started musically for them, their connections with The Shadows and Cliff Richard, guitars, gigs, future plans and much more! Find out more about them at www.bootlegshadows.co.uk Click here to text what you think about this interview ! ------------------------------------------------...

In this fascinating episode I talk to the very talented Jo O'Meara about how she started as a singer, how she joined S Club 7 and the fun she had with them, and of course about her new album' With Love' which features amongst other great tracks a new version of the number one hit Never Had a Dream Come True. We talk about her future and how she is so enthusiastic about the next chap...

There are many books about The Beatles, but Judd's new book unravels a period in their life never told before. I talk to Judd in Honolulu about how he got these new revelations by talking to some high profile celebrities including Hollywood actor Tom Simcox ( remember the good looking cowboy in The Virginian? ) who spent 2 months in India with The Beatles. There are mentions of The Beatles re...

Lesley-Ann's books have been published in 6 continents and in 30 languages.  Her latest book "Love of my Life - The Life & Loves of Freddie Mercury' is available in all good book stores and on line. This new book is a fascinating insight into Freddie Mercury's life. I talk to Lesley-Ann about Freddie, his music and performances. A must listen ! Click here to text what you t...

In this episode of Music Stories I talk to Nick Endacott-Gibb in England and Debora Mclane in Australia - at the same time!  Although accomplished musicians in their own right they have recently got together as it's been discovered they are both related to the Gibb family ( Bee Gees). I discover that Nick is actually the son of Maurice Gibb, which he found out sadly after Maurice's death...

I interview the extremely talented Dean Friedman, ( Lucky Stars, Lydia and much more).  A hilarious chat during which I find out what it's like to perform in an 'on line' concert - he can see the audience close up! Dean tells me about his career and life from the age of 5, and I find out what he is doing now and in the future. A truly inspirational musician with an abundance of expe...

It was a pleasure to talk to Jake who is totally inspirational! Building his life back after a terrible event when he was eleven, he confesses he couldn't even nod his head in time with music. Now a successful singer with many awards to his name, Jake tells his story and has lots of advice for up and coming musicians. His music and more can be found on his website www.jakealdridge.com Look ou...

In this episode of Music Stories I talk to Tom who is a talented musician singing and playing the guitar. I learn a lot from him about guitars! Tom has advice for fellow musicians trying to make a career out of their music. His music can be enjoyed on his YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrG7FkwCj2d32D2viuz6S5Q Click here to text what you think about this interview ! --------...

In this episode I talk to Shimmer in Canada about her career and music industry struggles. An inspiring lady ! Her website is www.shimmerjohnson.com where you can get her music and more information. Click here to text what you think about this interview ! -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Podcasting is an increasingly brilliant way to reach your...

Now if you are in a band that is trying to get 'airplay' on the radio this is a must for you! I talk to Emma Scott who I used to work with in the radio industry and now runs www.plugginbaby.com which specialises in getting airplay for bands. Emma really knows her stuff and has plenty of advice and tips for musicians. Hilariously the interview is accompanied by a howling dog for a few sec...

Update - Sadly Laura has passed away (February 2024). Our sincere condolences to her family and friends  Laura is the most talented sculptor and artist I know.  She has made amazing statues of John Lennon and many others, her latest work is of Gerry Marsden ( Gerry & The Pacemakers) I talk to Laura about her life in the music industry and her work, the struggles and successes. You MUST take a...

In this hilarious episode I talk to Michele Monro, daughter of legendary singer Matt Monro. Wow she has SO many fascinating stories about what it was like to grow up when Matt was such a superstar worldwide. The trips, the lavish life style, the home life, the famous people she met and she and Matt became great friends with, including Sammy Davis Jnr., Tommy Cooper, Bruce Forsyth and many more. I...

Eliot Kennedy is an English songwriter and record producer based in Sheffield. He has worked with artists such as the Spice Girls, Mary J. Blige, Donny Osmond, Bryan Adams, Lulu, S Club 7, Five, Gary Barlow and Take That, Delta Goodrem, The Wanted and many more! He is also involved with writing music for films. I chat to Eliot about how it all started for him, the very talented people he has writt...

Peter has been the lead singer of The Hollies for 17 years, been a backing singer and toured with Sir Cliff Richard for even longer, has worked with other awesome musicians and has an amazing story to tell. I ask him what advice he would give to aspiring musicians and he tells me about his musical and theatre careers. I could have talked to him all night! A very talented bloke with an incredible v...