In this episode, I sit down with Johnny — a PreSonus expert and now a Fender specialist — to talk about his journey into the Studio One DAW ecosystem. We dive into the Fender rebrand and takeover, what it means for creators, and explore the potential future of this evolving platform.

Links mentioned in this episode:

🎸 Johnny’s website: https://www.hst-homestudiotrainer.com/

🎶 New Music Review: https://newmusicreview.co.uk/

In this episode we dive into some of the most iconic synth-pop intros from the 1980s — tracks that first hit the airwaves over 40 years ago, yet are still instantly recognizable within seconds.

These are the hooks, tones, and melodies that grabbed listeners straight away and helped turn great songs into timeless classics.

In this Q&A, I chat with Rob from Specky Cult, the Northern punk-pop powerhouse keeping raw guitar-driven originals alive and kicking. We dive into their songwriting process, the punk attitude that fuels the band, where they’re gigging, and how they promote their music in today’s DIY scene.

In this episode, we dive deep into the world of analog tape recording with Ady from Magnetic Machines.

We talk about the evolution of tape—from the first multitrack cassette recorders to reel-to-reel machines, and how these classics paved the way for today’s digital recording setups. Topics we cover: The history and magic of analog tape

The transition from analog to digital recording Why producers still love using tape today How to combine analog warmth with digital clarity Tips on integrating tape machines into modern studios

I talk to singer Songwriter Jackson Harden,

I talk to Indie Artists manager Mark Gee from 122 Music, we discuss the expectations and the reality of India artists management in the current climate, how it works, how to approach a manger and much more.,

I talk to singer songwriter Liz Uninvited, we discuss trials and challenges of indie artists in the current music climate, and we listen to her music .

I sit down with independent artists and music promoters to uncover their real stories — from the struggles they’ve faced to the victories they’ve earned.

We dive into their latest tracks, talk about creative promotion strategies, explore what works (and what totally doesn’t), and break down how they’re navigating the ever-changing world of social media.

Whether you’re an indie artist, a music lover, or just curious about the music industry grind, this channel gives you a front-row seat to the raw, inspiring journey of today’s most exciting creators.