The Music To Live For With Shanti's Podcast

It is always a pleasure to be able to talk with Letizia. Her passion for music dovetails perfectly with her passion for yoga. Together we tackle the topic of creativity and what it means to find one's artistic identity and being a woman in this business. A mature and very engaging episode that will surely not be the last with this artist.   Website Instagram  Tiktok   Contact Podcast: musictolivef...

The talented Spanish saxophonist and composer talks about himself in this episode. He takes me to discover a new dimension, that of electronic music and his ability to create new environments and colors creatively and musically. A subject of which I was quite ignorant and of which I now have a more intriguing view centered on his work in the search for a unique sound.    Website Instagram YouTube...

And here we are at the first episode of 2023.  I decided to devote this episode from a very important topic as the organization of security, that of the audience and artists, a subject that is often underestimated.  In 2022 I attended several events and was able to observe different situations: fortunately everything always went well but it made me think.  This is where the intention of this dialo...

This is it: December 2022. What an incredible year to say the least, not easy, but ultimately full of professional and personal satisfaction. I had the pleasure of meeting several interesting people and experiencing unique situations. There has been a break of a couple of months in the publication of new podcast episodes, and in this episode I explain why and what the future holds!    Follow my po...

Being a producer means many things, and perhaps these days, bombarded by so much information that we find online, the verosignificance of it has been lost. I have the pleasure of talking to Swiss producer Noom about his career, his stylistic choices, his travels (especially the one to South Africa) and how important it is to be able to step out of one's "comfort zone."  Meet Noom on social media :...

I have always thought that the relationship between mind and body is fundamental: whatever our goal is. I have often heard of musicians having problems with back or limb pain, and I personally have suffered from back problems. It was not always the consequence of uncomfortable positions or because of excessive weights but also due to stress I had at work. In this episode I talk with Thomas Stauffe...

This is a special episode: I had the opportunity to record my podcast in a professional studio thanks to the collaboarzio e and peroduction of Mitchbox Productions.  With me was the Swiss band Sunset'99, which is about to launch its first album. I wanted to deal with them the experience of having an active band but also being busy with the various commitments of daily life. What great and energeti...

The current world, as well as the artistic one, is changing rapidly due to the pandemic and other factors. And the economic aspect is always prevalent: many artists and workers in the entertainment world have wondered how to manage their businesses. I thought that proposing an episode inspired by the "cryptocurrency" theme would be very ultile and I turned to two people I trust: Raymond Tognola an...

Summer is just around the corner and it's shaping up to be a flood of art and music events - gorgeous!    I'd like to point to the Grin Festival held in Roveredo in southern Switzerland. This event, organized by Nico Fibbioli, is a three-day event where you will have the opportunity to see several artists from all over the world perform, bringing their musical culture with them and creating incred...

  I met Laurin through another friend of the podcast (shout out to Logan Miano) and after enjoying the music of her band, Steel Circuit, I decided she would be the perfect guest for an episode. I definitely wanted the feminine opinion regarding the metal environment and the passion for literature that influences the writing of her lyrics. Together we also discuss what it's like to live in the stat...

Ray and I went to school together and didn't see each other for years. We now actively collaborate on my podcast as he works as a Digital Marketing Consultant. He tells me about his experience as a musician and how he discovered his calling. Together we talk about how important it is to re-evaluate your work and focus on the "new world" of work, especially if you are an artist.   Raymond Tognola L...

It's the enthusiasm of people like Elisa that motivates my days doing podcasts and working on stages. The young Italian pianist talks about herself in this episode in which we discuss her artistic vision and the production of her new album.    Elisa Rumici:  Website Linktree   Contact the Podcast: musictoliveforwithshanti@gmail.com Instagram Website   Collaborations: Till Deaf Recordings Sketchy S...

A year ago I was looking for support to regain balance in my professional life and my daily routine. I discovered that Chris Robson, charismatic lead singer in the London hardcore band TRC, was working as a personal development coach. I contacted him immediately and made great strides in my profession. An incredible experience! Chris and I discuss how important it is to work on yourself, figure ou...

During my studies in musicology, I also took studies in religious studies. A subject that goes hand in hand with the study of medieval music and of great interest in relation to literature. In that period I was able to analyze the relationship between metal music and faith. I talk about it with my good friend Fer Durán, a student of theology and a lover of metalcore music. Together we discuss this...

I've known Frank for quite some time now: we first met in Basel when he played with Face Your Enemy, a band I love very much. His career as a professional drummer started when he became the drummer of the band Booze&Glory. In this episode he tells me about his experience as a drummer on the road, his various bands and his profession as a video maker. Don't hesitate to contact him if your band need...

Despite sometimes being skeptical of how the Internet and social networks work the latter have led me to meet a lot of wonderful people: one of them being Fred. Boxer, music lover and dad, he immediately shared with me several opinions and bands. Together we talk about life in Alabama, how we miss live concerts and how important it is to know how to concentrate to reach a goal: like in the ring. ...

The Belgian hardcore scene has always seemed to me one of the most genuine! I met Davy when he came to sing with his band xVICIOUSx in Basel and we have been good friends ever since. In this episode we talk about how we live the hardcore scene nowadays, what it means to have a family and the passion that never goes away. He is also my favorite influencer!    Davy Beeckman Instagram xVICIOUSx Websi...

In life you have to be able to "seize the day". I met Robin a few months ago online and it was immediately clear that we had a lot to share and this enthusiasm of hers I wanted to put on podcast. In this episode we discuss our passion for music, playing guitar and having a band. An honest and as usual inspirational chat.  At the moment his band Drown In Malice is looking for a drummer - if you're...

This is one of those episodes I want to frame! I have the privilege of talking to someone who has been able to inspire me on how to approach the job of tour manager and being part of a band crew. Mel has always been very kind and open in giving serious and helpful opinions. And now she's sitting in front of me and we're discussing how she got in touch with the music scene she works in, her experie...

I'm really happy to have connected with Molly! She is my youngest guest so far and is full of great ideas and passion. It was really interesting to discuss with her what music means to her now and what her future goals are. But Molly is also the singer, songwriter and hukulele in the family band Roisin Dubh where she plays with her father. Together they bring England good energy and a very sincere...

This is it - here is my 20th episode - a small milestone but one that makes me extremely happy.  And it could only be a drummer my 20th guest. I like it because I feel more and more connected and close to percussionists.  Nicolaj is the drummer of the Danish band Cold Night For Alligators" and together we explore the creative process in the progressive metal scene, the relationships between musici...

For the first time on my podcast here is an interview with a band: Lost In A Detail.  This post rock band from Zurich immediately caught my attention with a very relaxed but at times extremely energetic and dynamic sound. It was an approach of curiosity since I didn't know what to expect. And the surprise was supreme. I had the pleasure to discuss their way of composing and playing music, from the...

Why not talk about movies on this podcast?  Music and images go hand in hand. Today I had a very interesting chat with director Tom Botchii from LA about his film called Artik and how his connection to the music scene and love for cinema led him to create this horror movie Song in the end: “Venal” by La Città Dolente  prod. by Trai Studios.   Tom Botchii Instagram Artik Trailer Contact the Podcast...

Since I've been doing podcasts, I've noticed that I have quite a few Danish friends. I met Jonathan years ago while he was singing for the band "Scarred by Beauty" and as it happened with so many people I met through music we kept in touch. In this episode we talk about fishing, dogs, growing up in a musical environment and his new band Rot Away.  Song in the end: “Hang Low” by Rot Away prod. by L...

I really like having the opportunity to sit down with a good friend and talk about music: in this episode Cassiano, aka Cassi, discusses with me the influence that Nu-Metal and bands like Korn and Linkin Park had on our adolescence. We also reminisce about old memories of going to concerts together and his experience as a singer in a beat down band.  Song in the end: “Vivo mentre scrivo” by Xunah...