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In this episode, we sit down with Dr George Musgrave—a music industry academic and co-author of the influential book Can Music Make You Sick?—to explore the complex, and often hidden, relationship between creativity and mental health.

With a rare dual perspective as both a former artist and a leading researcher, George shares powerful insights into why so many musicians struggle with anxiety, burnout, and self-worth—and what needs to change across the industry to support healthier, more sustainable careers.

🔥 What you’ll learn in this episode:

🧠 How the pressures of music careers impact mental health

📚 The story and findings behind Can Music Make You Sick?

🎓 What the research reveals about success, identity, and survival in creative industries

🚀 Honest advice for anyone navigating a music career while protecting their wellbeing

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📌 Follow Dr George Musgrave: https://www.georgemusgrave.com/

📘 Read Can Music Make You Sick?: https://www.bloomsbury.com/uk/can-music-make-you-sick-9781787438156/

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If you’re struggling or need someone to talk to:

You’re not alone. Please consider reaching out to a support service:

• Help Musicians (Music Minds Matter): 0808 802 8008 – 24/7 support for anyone in the music industry
• Samaritans: 116 123 – free and confidential, 24 hours a day
• Mind: https://www.mind.org.uk
• Music Support: https://www.musicsupport.org

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In this episode, we sit down with Nick Angel—veteran music supervisor, former Head of Music at Wokring Title, and the man behind the soundtracks of Shaun of the Dead, Hot Fuzz, About a Boy, and countless other iconic films. From working with directors like Edgar Wright and Richard Curtis to helping shape the sound of British cinema, Nick shares incredible stories and deep insights into the world of music supervision.

🔥 What you’ll learn in this episode:
🎞️ What a music supervisor actually does on a film or TV project
🎧 How music choices can shape the emotional tone of a scene
📽️ Behind-the-scenes stories from major productions like Bridget Jones and Love Actually
🚀 Career advice for aspiring music supervisors and creatives working in film & TV

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In this episode, we sit down with Mark Milsted, a leading chartered accountant in the music industry who works with artists, managers, and businesses to help them stay financially in control. From tour budgets to tax returns, Mark shares real-world advice on managing your money, avoiding common pitfalls, and building a stable foundation for long-term success.

🔥 What you’ll learn in this episode:
💰 How to stay financially organised as an artist or creative business
🏦 The biggest money mistakes musicians make (and how to avoid them)
📊 What a music accountant actually does (and why you need one)
🚀 Straightforward tips on taxes, expenses, and income tracking

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