Beyond The Barrier

Beyond The Barrier
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Welcome to Beyond The Barrier. Join me, Kevin Hennessy, each week as I bring you in closer than ever before to the music industry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episodes

  1. 10/11/2023

    Sophie Doyle Ryder - Falling From Hell & Dreaming Big

    Welcome back another incredible episode of Beyond The Barrier. In this episode, we sit down with Sophie Doyle Ryder, Ireland's Rising Star in Pop! Dive into the engaging conversation with Sophie, a dynamic musician whose passion for music radiates in every word she shares. Through the chat, Sophie's infectious energy, unwavering determination, and genuine love for music come to life. Her story unravels with a blend of raw ambition and relatable struggles. Sophie discusses her aspirations, from dreaming big as a musician to balancing her craft while navigating a part-time job. She shares her songwriting journey, revealing the creative process and the drive to create music that connects deeply with her audience. This conversation isn't just about music; it's a glimpse into Sophie's colorful world. She talks about her experiences with famous artists, her favorite music albums, and the vibrant venues where she's performed, sharing insights that keep you hooked. But it's not all music—Sophie's relatable experiences, from using breaks at work for interviews and TikTok videos to her reliance on lip balm, add an element of everyday charm to her extraordinary musical journey. Her unyielding dedication to her craft, coupled with the struggles she faces in staying motivated, paints a portrait of an artist's inner world, where creativity meets reality. Her determination to shape her future in music, along with her aspirations and relatable anecdotes, makes this conversation an inspiring, relatable, and fascinating journey into the life of a rising star. Support and follow Sophie Doyle Ryder Instagram: @SophieDoyleRyder Twitter : @SophDoyleRyder Be sure to subscribe to our podcast to stay up to date with all the latest interviews with artists and industry professionals. Thank you for listening, and we'll see you next time on Beyond The Barrier. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    34 min

  2. 03/11/2023

    Philip Magee - Producing , Pioneering & Propelling Creativity

    Philip Magee goes Beyond The Barrier Welcome to an enthralling episode of Beyond The Barrier; In this latest episode of host Kevin Hennessey engages in an insightful conversation with distinguished music producer Phillip McGee, known for his work with industry heavyweights such as The Script and Gavin James. The discussion offers a deep dive into the multifaceted responsibilities of a music producer. Phillip elaborates on his musical journey, which began with a childhood passion for experimenting with VHS technology to record music. His early love for bands like Thin Lizzy, Rory Gallagher, and Nirvana sparked his interest in sound production. Attending a sound engineering college in Temple Bar played a crucial role in solidifying his commitment to music production and understanding the core processes behind it. Phillip shares the value of comprehending the mechanical aspects of the creative process, emphasizing its significance for aspiring sound engineers and photographers. The conversation wraps up with reflections on the ever-evolving music industry and the continued success of bands like The Coronas, providing a window into Phillip's background, the dynamic role of a music producer, and the importance of grasping the mechanics behind music production. Places to find Philip Magee Website : Click here Instagram: Click here LinkedIn : Click here Spotify Portfolio : Click here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    33 min

  3. 27/10/2023

    Jaxson - Evolution, Emotions, and Expressing Love (In the face of Impending Doom)

    In this episode of Beyond The Barrier, host Kevin Hennessy welcomes the sensational artist, Jaxson, who hails from Wexford, Ireland. Jaxson has been labeled the "future of Irish music" and has already made waves with his music being featured on the hit show ‘Made in Chelsea’. To top it all off, Jaxson has just released a brand new single, making this episode truly special. Throughout the interview, Jaxson opens up about his transformative two-year hiatus, the emotional inspiration behind his song "NOT TOO LATE," and the profound themes and emotions captured in hisupcoming EP, "LIFE IN ITS PUREST FORM." The artist also shares personal highlights of his journey, insights into crafting music for a broad audience while staying true to his unique style, and a glimpse into the songwriting process that infuses raw emotion into his music. We also cover his upcoming trip to Germany for a few lovely gigs. As Jaxson's music continues to gain international recognition, the episode concludes with a look into the artist's future, exploring how their style and themes will evolve, promising listeners a thrilling journey ahead. Don't miss this captivating episode of Beyond The Barrier, where music and emotions take center stage! Go Support Jaxson Website : Click here for all the goodness Instagram : Click it Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    32 min

  4. 20/10/2023

    The Scratch - Musicality, Mind Yourself & Acoustic Metal

    Welcome to another exciting episode of Beyond The Barrier. In this episode of "Beyond The Barrier," host Kevin Hennessy welcomes Dock from One of Ireland’s most talented quartet; The Scratch, a dynamic Dublin - based band. They discuss the band's new album, "Mind Yourself," and their upcoming tour spanning from Belfast to London. Dock shares insights into the album's recording process and the unique inspirations behind The Scratch's sound. They also dive into the band's origins and what keeps them coming back for more in the music industry. And we get one solid piece of advice from Dock - Just be sound! Support and follow The Scratch Instagram: @TheScratchMusic Twitter : @TheScratchMusic 'Mind Yourself' : Pre-Order now Thank you for tuning in to Beyond The Barrier, and don't forget to subscribe to our podcast to stay updated on all the latest interviews with artists and industry professionals. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    32 min

  5. 06/04/2023

    Ailsha - Ireland's Pink, Punk Princess

    Welcome back another incredible episode of Beyond The Barrier. In this episode, we sit down with Ailsha, Ireland's Pink, Punk Princess. In this episode of our podcast, we are thrilled to welcome our special guest Ailsha, a remarkable woman who has achieved great success in her career. Hosted by me, Kevin Hennessy, our conversation delves into Ailsha's journey of grabbing life by the horns, including her inspiring story of how she landed her dream job as the official composer for Big Brother: The Game. We also discuss Ailsha's passion for creating music projects with her father and the plan for a "New Bebo." Plus, we have not one, but two exciting exclusives to share with our listeners! So if you're looking for inspiration, career insights, and some exclusive updates, you do not want to miss this!! Thanks for tuning in to Beyond the Barrier with Kevin Hennessy. We hope you enjoyed our conversation with Ailsha and gained some insight into the creative process behind her music. Don't forget to catch her upcoming tour, and stay tuned for more episodes where we explore the creative minds of artists from all fields Support and follow Ailsha Instagram: @AilshaMusic Twitter : @AilshaMusic Tickets to Ailsha's Whelans gig : Click here Be sure to subscribe to our podcast to stay up to date with all the latest interviews with artists and industry professionals. Thank you for listening, and we'll see you next time on Beyond The Barrier. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    36 min

  6. 31/03/2023

    Dashoda - Mondegreens, Muses & Taking The Leap

    Welcome back another remarkable episode of Beyond The Barrier. In this episode, I am joined by Gavin MacDermott A.K.A - Dashoda! One of the rising stars of the electro-pop scene, Fresh off the back of his debut EP "Never Enough" we are excited to learn more about the man behind the music that has the ability to blend the nostalgia and new. Dashoda tells us all about magic behind the he collaborative single 'Sultan' with Jackie Beverly, re-finding his feet in a live setting and we speak about the music that shaped his unique sound Thanks for tuning in to Beyond the Barrier with Kevin Hennessy. We hope you enjoyed our conversation with Dashoda and gained some insight into the creative process behind his music. Support and follow Dashoda Instagram: @DashodaMusic Twitter : @dashodamusic Facebook: Dashoda Be sure to subscribe to our podcast to stay up to date with all the latest interviews with artists and industry professionals. Thank you for listening, and we'll see you next time on Beyond The Barrier. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    38 min

  7. 24/03/2023

    Wheatus/Brendan B Brown - Blueberries, BMXing and Teenage Dirtbag

    This Episode is dedicated to the memory of Cosmo, the lovable Chocolate Schnauzer. Welcome back another incredible episode of Beyond The Barrier. In this episode, we sit down with Brendan B Brown, lead singer. guitarist and songwriter of Wheatus. Brendan takes us behind the scenes of the songwriting and recording process of 'Teenage Dirtbag', and shares some interesting insights about the inspiration behind the track. He also shares his inspiration for covering 'A Little Respect', and how the band's unique take on the song came about. We'll also hear about Brendan's childhood in Northport and how it influenced his music career. Brendan shares his excitement about their upcoming 55-date tour of Ireland, UK, and mainland Europe, what fans can expect from the shows, and about that one time things got Oily during a performance of One Direction's "What Makes You Beautiful" Brendan also shares a touching story about a memorable gig in Ireland and how it will stay with him until the end. There is so much more to this wonderful chat, so just listen ❤️ You do not want to miss this! Brendan gifts us with an intimate performance of The timeless anthem 'Teenage Dirtbag' at around the 35 minute mark. Thanks for tuning in to Beyond the Barrier with Kevin Hennessy. We hope you enjoyed our conversation with Brendan B Brown of Wheatus and gained some insight into the creative process behind their music. Don't forget to catch their upcoming tour, and stay tuned for more episodes where we explore the creative minds of artists from all fields Support and follow Wheatus TikTok : @wheatusOfficial Instagram: @WheatusOfficial Twitter : @wheatus Website : www.wheatus.com Be sure to subscribe to our podcast to stay up to date with all the latest interviews with artists and industry professionals. Thank you for listening, and we'll see you next time on Beyond The Barrier. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    45 min

  8. 17/03/2023

    New Rules - 'Not Alone', No Way Home & Pillow Talk

    New Rules x Beyond The Barrier Welcome back another incredible episode of Beyond The Barrier. In this episode of Beyond The Barrier, Ryan Meaney, Alec McGarry and Nathan Lambert, collectively known as New Rules stop by the virtual Beyond The Barrier HQ for a celebratory chat with Kevin on the morning of St.Patricks Day and the release of their brand new single 'Not Alone'. They dig deep into the meaning of 'Not Alone'; Explaining its a message of hope and solidarity to their fans. We get a very important update on James The Salmon, Kevin digs into their song writing process and all 3 of the Lads tell me about their love of The Olympia. With Ryan from Ireland, Alec from Hertfordshire, and Nathan from Chelmsford, the boys initially met online, bonding over similar backgrounds playing music on street corners, uploading covers online, and penning original material. Beyond hitting the road with Julia Michaels, Little Mix, and Picture This, they’ve sold out successive headline tours. Following the viral success of “Pasta” and “Emily,” they caught the attention of Elektra Records and signed to the label in 2021. Last summer, the trio released their debut mixtape Go The Distance, which racked up praise from PEOPLE Magazine, Entertainment Weekly, Rolling Stone UK, and more, in addition to selling out UK shows and their first-ever U.S. dates earlier this year. Support and follow New Rules TikTok : @NewRulesBand Instagram: @newrules Twitter : @NewRulesTweets Website : https://www.newrulesband.com/ Be sure to subscribe to our podcast to stay up to date with all the latest interviews with artists and industry professionals. Thank you for listening, and we'll see you next time on Beyond The Barrier. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    23 min

  9. 03/03/2023

    Emma Langford - A chat and an aul Cupán Tae

    Welcome back to episode number two of Beyond The Barrier. In this episode of Beyond The Barrier, the incredibly talented Emma Langford popped in for a “chat and an aul cupán tae” with Kevin. They cover a lot, from discussing her early life before music and her studies at the University of Limerick to the inspiration behind her latest release, "Abigail (Tomhas Ghobnatan)” {I dare you to try pronounce this}, which draws inspiration from the women of Irish folklore and was recorded with an all-female band, plus a lovely chat about “Daughters Of The Pirate Queen: The Spirit Of Grace O'Malley” in the National Concert Hall on the 8th of March this year! There's plenty more to this chat, so be sure to sit back, relax and lets go Beyond The Barrier Emma gifts our listeners a gorgeous performance of The Winding Way Down to Kells Bay around the 60 minute mark. And once you’ve heard the back story to it, there will not be a dry eye left in the place. Support and follow Emma Bandcamp: Emma's Bandcamp (Go support her) Instagram: @Emmalangfordmusic Twitter : @ELangfordMusic Website : www.emmalangfordmusic.com/ Be sure to subscribe to our podcast to stay up to date with all the latest interviews with artists and industry professionals. Thank you for listening, and we'll see you next time on Beyond The Barrier. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 20m

  10. 24/02/2023

    Jessica Doolan - Gigs, Digs & Eye Liner

    Welcome to episode one of Beyond the Barrier. Episode one saw Host Kevin sit down for a fantastic chat with Jessica Doolan, who is making all the right kind of waves on the Irish Music Scene. We discuss Jessica's busking roots, her plans for the future, friends, Cian Ducrot's Flash mob Brilliance and loads more. Jessica is true talent who has accomplished so much in such a short space of time, from appearing on The Late Late Toy Show, busking on Dun Laoghaire Pier and receiving awards. So listen in and lets go..... Beyond the Barrier Jessica treats us to an unplugged version of her wonderful track "Like You Do" (27 minutes in). Instagram : @Jessicadoolanx YouTube : @JessicaDoolan TikTok : @jessicadoolan Be sure to subscribe to our podcast to stay up to date with all the latest interviews with artists and industry professionals. Thank you for listening, and we'll see you next time on Beyond The Barrier. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    38 min
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    SEASON 1 TRAILER

    Welcome to Beyond The Barrier - Trailer

    Introduction to Beyond The Barrier. Each week you will join me, Kevin Hennessy, as I sit down with a household name within the music industry. So lets go.... Beyond The Barrier Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1 min

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Welcome to Beyond The Barrier. Join me, Kevin Hennessy, each week as I bring you in closer than ever before to the music industry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Episodes
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