10 episodes

What would have happened to the Rolling Stones if all the venues were closed when they've decided to form a band? How does a local musician or a creative professional, in Wales, deal with a lockdown? Who are their biggest inspirations? Why have they started playing music?
If you would like to know the answers to all these questions, or you're just curious about the music scene in Wales, this podcast is for you.

Blab&Jam Zsofia

    • Arts

What would have happened to the Rolling Stones if all the venues were closed when they've decided to form a band? How does a local musician or a creative professional, in Wales, deal with a lockdown? Who are their biggest inspirations? Why have they started playing music?
If you would like to know the answers to all these questions, or you're just curious about the music scene in Wales, this podcast is for you.

    Season 1, Episode 9: Megan Owen

    Season 1, Episode 9: Megan Owen

    After a long break, the podcast is back with a wonderful guest: Megan Owen. She is a singer-songwriter based in Wales and happens to be my course mate in university as well. We've talked about her latest EP, 11:10 (which you can find here), sad movies, One Direction, her best friend Stacy, music that we both like...you know how it is when two girls have a laugh. 

    Hope you'll enjoy it and thank you for listening! :) 

      

    • 1 hr 1 min
    Season 1, Episode 8: Dan Hewitt from The Rivers

    Season 1, Episode 8: Dan Hewitt from The Rivers

    I've had a lovely chat with Dan from The Rivers! He helped me open up a bit and I have told him about my most embarrassing experience on stage, while he told me about his coping mechanisms in lockdown and we've even discussed who our favourite Beatles members are. 

    The song that I was referring to in the episode is: Lauryn Hill - Doo Wop (That Thing), and if you haven't heard it before, here's your chance: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T6QKqFPRZSA 

    The Rivers' socials are: @therivers_uk on Instagram, and The Rivers on Facebook. 

    Hope you'll enjoy this episode :) 

    • 26 min
    Season 1, Episode 7: Yasmine&Ellie

    Season 1, Episode 7: Yasmine&Ellie

    March was Women's History Month and Mother's Day was on the 14th too, so I wanted the last episode of the month to feature creative and inspiring women. Thanks to the girls from Yasmine & the Euphoria, I had two guests instead of one! It felt amazing to be able to chat to likeminded people. We've talked about the lack of women in the industry, gig outfits, their work-methods within the band while we've had tons of fun. (I mean, I did, I hope they feel the same way too.) 
    Hopefully you will enjoy this episode and excuse the giggles!

    • 50 min
    Season 1, Episode 6: Laura Power

    Season 1, Episode 6: Laura Power

    In this episode Laura talked about her experiences in lockdown, her hearing difficulties, and of course, her engagement's story. Our conversation was open and honest. I hope you'll enjoy listening to it! 

    P.S. The videoclip that she mentions can be watched here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BQAthOVYF-A and her music can be found on all streaming platforms! 

    • 38 min
    Season 1, Episode 5: Gina Grigio

    Season 1, Episode 5: Gina Grigio

    This episode features a local drag queen, Gina Grigio. We've had a lovely chat about her pets, lockdown, doing drag and all sorts! Tune in if you're interested in her story. Check out her Instagram under @ginagrigiodrag and her Facebook for funny and entertaining live streams and great content. 

    • 31 min
    Season 1, Episode 4: Otto

    Season 1, Episode 4: Otto

    In this episode I have had the chance to talk to Otto about his past year, plans for the future and his favourite songs that he likes to dance to. He's a Welsh singer-songwriter, and one of the most talented and loveliest people I have ever met! No wonder, that he got signed to Dave Stewarts' record label last year (yupp, the Eurythmics one). I suggest you listen to his music that is available on all streaming platforms, you won't regret it.   

    • 38 min

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