Time For Heroes

Its been a while, had a few cancellations recently as is to be expected this time of year with festival season kicking in to full swing, episodes might be a bit intermittent for the time being ............. But here's a cracking episode with Steven Deary of Smaller! The conversation covers Steven Deary's early musical influences, growing up in a musical family (which as well as including his broth...

Kicking off Season 4 of the podcast is Brad Stalker, frontman of The Castros, who i had the pleasure of seeing supporting Kyle Falconer at King Tut's a few weeks back! What a fucking band, obviously listen to the episode first but then go buy tickets for their Liquid Rooms gig in Edinburgh on 26th of September, tickets here >>> The Castros - Edinburgh Liquid Rooms - Universe Throughout th...

This time out I speak to Scottish music royalty, Pat and Greg Kane of Hue And Cry, with a career spanning over 40 years we covered it all, from the early days in Coatbridge right up to now on the cusp of another album release, 'Everybody' is out on May 29th and you can pre-order it here: Official HUE & CRY Store At the end of the chat the boys picked their heroes as usual, another fine selecti...

Battle are back! Straight from the heart of the noughties guitar scene and they play their first gig in 19 years at London,s The Water Rats on Friday 8th May alongside contemparies The Mardous and Dustin's Bar Mitzah! Get tickets below: Battle (comeback gig) and Dustin’s Bar Mitzvah with special guests The Mardous | Friday 8th May 2026, 7:30pm | Buy Tickets | Ticketlab Ross (Mardous) and Dave (Dus...

This week my guest is Dave McNally, and what a way to source a guest, his dad is a taxi driver who I had the pleasure of picking me up with my shopping, on that 5 minute journey he was telling me all about his son Dave and straight after that I contacted him straight away as I knew he had a story people needed to hear! We touched on everything from his early life, struggles with autism, discovery...

This week I speak to Brian James O'Sullivan an actor on stage, musician and fellow podcaster, online he goes by the alias Brido Hingwy and he has created multiple comedic characters including Janice, Frank, Connor, Barbara Carmichael, David Glen and my personal favourite, Hilary. The conversation covers Brian's early influences and imitation as a formative influence, his lifelong passion for theat...

Nick Endacott-Gibb joins me to discuss his story, from adoption to discovering his biological father is a music icon, and everything in between! This journey has led him to form a duo with his cousin and this September he will also join The Best Of The Bee Gees on their UK tour. Check out all Nick's links below: Instagram Nick Instagram Cousins Gibb Facebook The Best Of The Bee Gees Show Tickets |...

This week I speak to Kerr Ayton, a work colleague, friend and Lead Guitarist in The High Flats, if you are a regular listener of the podcast you will know that I managed for the first 15 months of their career and spoke about them many times on the podcast, now finally Kerr is here to tell you all about the bands career ahead of their fourth time playing King Tut's this Friday (April 3rd) supporti...

On the podcast today I speak to Suzi Quatro who has a new album 'Freedom' out this Friday (March 27th) Suzi discusses her early years, musical upbringing, influences, and the Detroit music scene. She shares insights into her family dynamics, band formation, personal and professional challenges, collaboration, image, uncompromising attitude, longevity, and American success and influence. We also sp...

I spoke to Kyle and Tom from My Status Is Quo, as the name suggests they are a Status Quo tribute band based in Lanarkshire, we spoke about their childhood influences, early exposure to music, formation of the band, and the challenges and experiences in school. Afterward we got into the bands gigs so far and where they're headed next before picking their heroes (oh and Tom kinda turned into a robo...

Margaux, an artist, singer, and songwriter, shares her journey from growing up in Switzerland and France to moving to Dublin and eventually London. She discusses her early introduction to music, her experiences with songwriting and guitar lessons, and the influences that shaped her musical style. Margaux also delves into the impact of social media on artists and her plans for future music releases...

This time out I spoke to local artist Stephen Higgins, who releases his debut solo single 'I Guess That's It' on Friday 6th March. The conversation covers Stephen Higgins' early influences and ambitions, his musical journey, challenges faced, influential music, and the impact of Oasis on his career. It also delves into his experiences preparing for solo gigs, building a local following, and the le...

I spoke to Nashville band The Brook & The Bluff ahead of their new album 'Werewolf' available here >>> The Brook & The Bluff – Dualtone Music Group which is out 06.03.26, with hints of CCR and Tom Petty as well as Jet and AC/DC, we spoke about the album recording process and upcoming tour of the US as well as taking a deep dive into their career as well as picking their heroes! Ch...

The conversation covers Keith Dion's early life in New Zealand, his entry into the San Francisco music scene, and his involvement in legal battles related to the rights of legacy artists. It explores the implications of a legal victory on performers' rights, digital streaming, and the music industry. Additionally, it discusses the potential impact on up-and-coming bands, record companies, and the...

In this engaging conversation, James Walsh, the frontman of Starsailor, reflects on his journey from a typical childhood in Lancashire to becoming a celebrated musician. He discusses his early influences, the formation of Starsailor, and the challenges of navigating fame and criticism. Walsh shares insights into his solo career, the creative process behind his upcoming album 'It's All Happening' w...

In this engaging podcast episode, Martin Morel interviews members of Kula Shaker, Crispian Mills and Jay Darlington, discussing their new album 'Wormslayer' and reflecting on their musical journey. The conversation delves into their early influences, the dynamics of their band, experiences in the Britpop scene, and the evolution of their music. They share insights on the music industry, the signif...

In this engaging conversation, Melanie Pain, a French artist known for her work with Nouvelle Vague, shares her journey through music, from her chaotic childhood in Normandy to her successful career as a singer and songwriter. She discusses her influences, the unique experience of covering classic songs, and the impact of collaborations with iconic artists. Melanie reflects on her solo career, the...

This week, we head to South East London to sit down with Fat Salad — a band built on brotherhood, graft, and the kind of shared history that gives their sound real bite. They take us back to the early days: the cramped rooms, the chaos, the spark that turned them into a proper BAND of BROTHERS. We dig into where they’re headed next, from new music to bigger stages, and how they’re shaping their fu...

This week on Time For Heroes, I sat down with Carl Alty, drummer of cult band Joanna, who are finally unleashing their long‑awaited debut album Hello Flower on 5th December Hello Flower | Joanna —a staggering 35 years after it was first intended. Carl takes us back to the band’s beginnings: the raw energy of their formation, the highs of their early days, and the heartbreak of their sudden split....

From East London roots to sold-out rooms, Bruce Breakey of Good Health Good Wealth joins Time For Heroes to unpack the band’s genre-defying rise. We trace their journey from early influences and DIY ethos to commanding festival stages and turning social media into a sonic megaphone. With sharp wit and raw honesty, Bruce reflects on the grind behind the glamour, the creative alchemy that shaped the...

In this episode of Time For Heroes, I sat down with rising star Amber-May, an artist whose voice carries the weight of lived experience and the spark of fearless creativity. From a childhood spent travelling the globe to confronting the shadows of mental health struggles, Amber-May opens up about the journey that shaped her sound and soul. Facebook We dive into her transformative collaboration wit...

This time out I'm joined by Pearce McMenamin of Birmingham’s finest, The Clause, just days before the release of their long-awaited debut album. From schoolmates to stage-shakers, Pearce takes us through the band’s journey—supporting some absolute giants, earning their stripes with This Feeling, and even giving a shoutout to Glasgow’s legendary Brazenhead! We talk tunes, trials, and triumphs, and...

In this episode of Time For Heroes, I sat down with Dave McCabe, frontman of The Zutons and one of Liverpool’s most distinctive songwriting voices. Dave takes us on a wild ride through his musical journey, from early band days to penning the iconic track Valerie, later immortalised by Amy Winehouse and Mark Ronson. We dig into the story behind that tune, the whirlwind of success, the hiatus and re...

In this episode, I sat down with Mathew Conner, frontman of rising indie outfit False Futures, for a deep dive into the journey behind the music. From growing up on the outskirts of Hull, surrounded by grit and quiet ambition, to chasing dreams in the creative chaos of London, Mathew shares the pivotal moments that shaped his sound and spirit. He opens up about the early bands that laid the founda...

In this electrifying new episode, I spoke with former Kasabian frontman Tom Meighan for a raw and revealing conversation. From the early days with Chris Karloff and the sonic birth of Kasabian, to Tom's troubles and the long road back, Tom opens up like never before. He talks about the backlash he faced, the personal battles that nearly derailed him, and how his powerful comeback single "Would You...