The B Side

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The B Side, hosted by Saskia Coomber (Sas C), invites music industry professionals and artists to discuss their experiences of working in UK music - the good, the bad, and everything in-between. Whether you work in music too or you’re simply passionate about music in general, this podcast promises to shed a light on what really goes on behind your favourite artists’ new single, and the realities of a business where music is the product.

Afleveringen

  1. 10 mrt

    Khadiee Afflick - Radio Producer & Music Marketer

    From getting her start in community radio to working across BBC Radio 2, 6 Music, then ultimately landing at BBC Radio 1Xtra, the ever-so entertaining producer and music marketing consultant Khadiee Afflick tells Saskia about doing things her way, and how curiosity leads to major success. Please leave a rating, share a comment and subscribe!  You can also follow The B Side on Instagram: @thebsidemusicpod. To contact Saskia, send an email to: thebsidemusicpod@gmail.com. For more information about Be the change. Media Network, find us on Instagram or visit our website. The views and opinions expressed by guests and hosts are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of Be the change. Media Network or its partners.

    1 u 20 m

  2. 24 feb

    Kojo Samuel

    Ever wondered who directs the music on Glastonbury headliner performances, the New Year's Eve Fireworks display or even a Tiny Desk concert? BAFTA award-winning music director Kojo Samuel chats to Saskia about MDing for the likes of Stormzy, AJ Tracey, Sugababes, Eurovision UK, and his upcoming work with THE Lily Allen. Please leave a rating, share a comment and subscribe!  You can also follow The B Side on Instagram: @thebsidemusicpod. To contact Saskia, send an email to: thebsidemusicpod@gmail.com. For more information about Be the change. Media Network, find us on Instagram or visit our website. The views and opinions expressed by guests and hosts are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of Be the change. Media Network or its partners.

    1 u 5 m

  3. 10 feb

    Saskhia Menendez & the Trans Charter

    In the first 2026 episode of The B Side, Saskia talks to the award-winning artist, mentor and activist who was inducted into the Roll of Honour Women in Music 2023 and Global Recognition Award for Music (2024), Saskhia Menendez. In this insightful conversation, Saskhia M. discusses setting up the Trans Charter, and the work she does to inspire and advocate for the trans community within music. Please leave a rating, share a comment and subscribe!  You can also follow The B Side on Instagram: @thebsidemusicpod. To contact Saskia, send an email to: thebsidemusicpod@gmail.com. For more information about Be the change. Media Network, find us on Instagram or visit our website. The views and opinions expressed by guests and hosts are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of Be the change. Media Network or its partners.

    40 min.

  4. 23-09-2025

    Sara Vieira & Redbox Records

    This episode of The B Side proves to be a timely one as Saskia talks to Sara Vieira, creative manager and the founder of the music showcase platform Redbox Records, discussing what it means to be ‘British’, diverging from the path expected of her when she reached university level, and the realities of building a brand in UK music whilst finding an authentic voice on social media - regardless of whether you’re an artist or a business. Don’t miss this motivating chat as Sara proves that we all have the same 24 hours in a day, but it’s what you do with them that really matters. Please leave a rating, share a comment and subscribe!  You can also follow The B Side on Instagram: @thebsidemusicpod. To contact Saskia, send an email to: thebsidemusicpod@gmail.com. For more information about Be the change. Media Network, find us on Instagram or visit our website.

    50 min.

  5. 02-09-2025

    Lizzie Berchie

    In this episode of The B Side, neo-soul singer-songwriter Lizzie Berchie chats with Saskia about going from balancing a full time job and her artistry, to headlining venues and working with creatives internationally, as well as staying true to herself and the realities of staying safe as a solo female artist in the music industry. Listen to her wonderful journey now, on episode 6 of The B Side. Please leave a rating, share a comment and subscribe!  You can also follow The B Side on Instagram: @thebsidemusicpod. To contact Saskia, send an email to: thebsidemusicpod@gmail.com. For more information about Be the change. Media Network, find us on Instagram or visit our website.

    53 min.

  6. 12-08-2025

    The Shed - A Grassroots Music Venue

    Former owners of Leicester’s oldest grassroots music venue The Shed, Elisabeth Carley-Leonard, now founder of social media agency Vibes and Visibility, and Tom Carnell, co-founder of music marketing company, Dyad Digital, chat with Saskia and show that delulu really is the solulu in this truly bonkers chat. The pair share their stories on rolling up their sleeves and letting passion fuel ideas and innovation in order to reinvigorate an iconic space. Please leave a rating, share a comment and subscribe!  You can also follow The B Side on Instagram: @thebsidemusicpod. To contact Saskia, send an email to: thebsidemusicpod@gmail.com. For more information about Be the change. Media Network, find us on Instagram or visit our website.

    50 min.

  7. 29-07-2025

    Dr Charisse Beaumont & Black Lives In Music

    Dr Charisse Beaumont, the co-founder and CEO of Black Lives in Music, talks to Saskia about being at the frontline of achieving equality for Black and Brown musicians and professionals in music. From conducting surveys across the UK industry to sitting down with government leaders to give evidence on the discrimination happening in the live sector, the Music Week Women in Music 'Campaigner of the Year' winner gives her experience on what it takes to keep her outlook positive and her feet on the ground. Please leave a rating, share a comment and subscribe!  You can also follow The B Side on Instagram: @thebsidemusicpod. To contact Saskia, send an email to: thebsidemusicpod@gmail.com. For more information about Be the change. Media Network, find us on Instagram or visit our website.

    49 min.

  8. 15-07-2025

    Christine Osazuwa and Measure of Music

    Saskia chats with Christine Osazuwa - a data specialist, marketing consultant and founder of annual online conference Measure of Music - about the importance of self-reliance, entrepreneurship and community in music. Please leave a rating, share a comment and subscribe!  You can also follow The B Side on Instagram: @thebsidemusicpod. To contact Saskia, send an email to: thebsidemusicpod@gmail.com. For more information about Be the change. Media Network, find us on Instagram or visit our website.

    1 u 11 m

  9. 01-07-2025

    Elli Brazzill and Art Not Evidence

    Music curator and founder of Art Not Evidence Elli Brazzill talks to Saskia about her way into the music industry, the philosophical question of the label/artist relationship, and the work she and the team are doing to fight the criminalisation of rap music in UK courts. For more information about Art Not Evidence, visit: http://artnotevidence.org/. Please leave a rating, share a comment and subscribe!  You can also follow The B Side on Instagram: @thebsidemusicpod. To contact Saskia, send an email to: thebsidemusicpod@gmail.com. For more information about Be the change. Media Network, find us on Instagram or visit our website.

    1 u 1 m

  10. 17-06-2025

    Jeremiah Gogo and 314 Records

    In this inaugural episode of The B Side, Saskia talks to founder of the newly launched 314 Records, Jeremiah Gogo, about his personal journey into the music industry, mentors, setting up his own record label, and what happens when you bump into a global superstar in the office lifts. Please leave a rating, share a comment and subscribe!  You can also follow The B Side on Instagram: @thebsidemusicpod. To contact Saskia, send an email to: thebsidemusicpod@gmail.com. For more information about Be the change. Media Network, find us on Instagram or visit our website.

    1 u 23 m
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Info

The B Side, hosted by Saskia Coomber (Sas C), invites music industry professionals and artists to discuss their experiences of working in UK music - the good, the bad, and everything in-between. Whether you work in music too or you’re simply passionate about music in general, this podcast promises to shed a light on what really goes on behind your favourite artists’ new single, and the realities of a business where music is the product.

Informatie

  • Kanaal
    Be the change. Media
  • Maker
    Saskia Coomber and Be the change. Media Network
  • Jaren actief
    2025 - 2026
  • Afleveringen
    10
  • Beoordeling
    Expliciet
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2025 All rights reserved.
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    The B Side

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