Scouser and the Scot

John Craig and Ian Johnson

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We are two friends involved in the grassroots music scene here in the UK with our mission being to interview people from every aspect of the music business so that they can share their knowledge, insights and experiences with anyone who either wants to know more about the industry either to use that knowledge or for entertainment puropses.

Episode 1

Scouser and the Scot chat to Jay Shredder

in this episode we chat to Jay Shredder who is a recording studio owner, video maker, content creator, musician, front of house engineer, band manager and so much more. This is a must listen to for any new/ young aspiring artists/ bands who want to know what to do and what not to do, if they want to succeed. It's also highly entertaining for music fans as well as Jay has many a good yarn to tell.

56 min
Episode 2

Scouser and The Scot chat to Philip Chebbour of Tres Hombres Tour Support

In this episode Ian and John (The Scouser and the Scot) chat to Philip Chebbour of Tres Hombres Tour Support all about his company, the role he carries out for the band he works with and so much more. This is a fabulous insight into the realities of touring here in the UK and in Europe as Philip works with a lot of artists from North America. He also gives his views on what bands need to do these days to be successful as well as sharing many great tales from his travels as a Tour Manager.

53 min
Episode 3

Scouser and the Scot chat to Hippies and Cowboys

to say that Ian and I loved this chat would be a complete understatement.... both Aaron and Scott were absolutely to notch. Hippies and Cowboys are quite simply one of the very best new Southern / Classic rock bands in the World both in terms of recording and as a live act. In this episode we discuss everything about their individual musical journeys to this point as well as the plans for the band. You also can't miss our infamous 'Winner stays on' section as we torture both guys to make choices no-one should ever be asked to make. This is one hell of a show folks!

1h 2m
Episode 4

Scouser and The Scot chat to Dario Lorina of Black Label Society and Dark Chapel

in this episode we chat to the amazing Dario Lorina of Black Label Society and Dark Chapel where we discuss all things about both bands, guitars, making band videos , the guitarists who inspired him and so much more as well as the infamous 'Winner stays on ' section. You should not miss this if you are either involved in, or a fan of metal/ rock/ guitars etc.

34 min
Episode 5

Scouser and the Scot chat to Will Crewdson guitarist with Adam Ant/ Gaye Bykers on Acid / Scant Regard

In this episode we chat to Will Crewdson guitarist with Adam Ant, Gaye Bykers on Acid, Scant Regard, She made me do it and many more. Will has also played with Sir Tom Jones and Celine Dion and we chat about all of this with him, as well as guitars, guitarists amd much much more.

41 min
Episode 6

Scouser and The Scot chat to Brian Slagel of Metal Blade Records

check out our chat with the one and only, and Metal Legend, Brian Slagel of Metal Blade Records. This is a guy who IS woven into the very tapestry of Heavy Metal from 1983 onwards and as such, his stories and insights are absolutely superb. If you are a Metal Head or even if you aren't but want to learn a hell of a lot about the music scene, then this is for you! We really loved this interview and you will too!

51 min
Episode 7

Scouser and The Scot chat to Bobbie Dazzle about her music and her wish to bring Glam Rock back to life.

in this episode we chat with the absolutely awesome Bobbie Dazzle, about her music and her avowed mission to bring her beloved Glam Rock back in to vogue. She has recently supported the likes of The Sweet, Alice Cooper as well as playing lots of headline gigs and a few festivals too.

40 min
Episode 10

Scouser and The Scot meet Alan Savill of Ian's Chain Charity and Savfest

In this episode, we chat to the one and only Alan Savill from 'Ian's Chain Charity' who are a charity who have prevented at least 415 suicides since their inception in 2013. Born out of a family tragedy when Alan's son Ian took his own life. Both the charity and 'Savfest' a music festival that Alan and his Wife Wendy set up and run every year, exist to help people and to raise awareness about suicide and prevention of it. This is a guy who knows the subject matter both inside and out and both of us hosts, were absolutely blown away by him and what he and his wife and colleagues do. We also discuss music too of course as that's the common denominator that we all have, so do yourself a favour and listen in to this podcast as it might just help you or one of your loved ones in the future. www.ianschain.co.uk email hello@ianschain.co.uk

50 min
Episode 11

Scouser and the Scot meet Emilia Quinn

In this episode, 'the Scot' meets the one and only Emilia Quinn. We discuss Emilia's awesome album 'Dented Halos', how she writes and records her music, and how she writes her lyrics and I ask her whether or not the recording of these deeply personal lyrics, is a cathartic process or not. We also discuss the UK Country/ Americana scenes are, and what it's like being an unsigned artist these days. There are also discussions about the specific issues facing females in the industry as well as trying to balance out the business side of making music and the more creative elements. We talk social media and the pros and cons of it, and much, much more.

58 min

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We are two friends involved in the grassroots music scene here in the UK with our mission being to interview people from every aspect of the music business so that they can share their knowledge, insights and experiences with anyone who either wants to know more about the industry either to use that knowledge or for entertainment puropses.

Creator

John Craig and Ian Johnson
Episodes

11
Seasons

2
Rating

Clean
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