Saddestnightout

Angelica is that rare type of person who won't just dream the dream, but they'll put in the work to achieve it. Coming from Hungary to London to pursue a career in music, she has already accomplished a lot since she has been here. I was very happy to hear her story for this episode, and if you'd like to hear more from her then you can find her at -- https://www.instagram.com/angie_and_the_practical_cats -- and -- https://www.soundcloud.com/angie_sokol -- Thank you Angie for talking to me, thank you all for listening, and I'll catch you on the next one. -- Take Care -- --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/saddestnightout/message

Tony Wiseguy is an American comedian who specializes in parody songs. Since 2006 he's been twisting classic songs to fit new narratives, and I can honestly say he is the first performer of this style that I've had at any of my open mic nights. You can find his work at -- www.amiright.com -- and you can find him at -- https://www.instagram.com/tony.wiseguy -- . Acting, comedy, music, this is a man of many talents. Thank you Tony for talking to me, and thank you all for listening. I'll catch you on the next one. -- Take Care -- --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/saddestnightout/message

Jamie Jones is another newcomer to the podcast, and another promising performer at the open mic nights. He says he's fairly new to performing in this way, but he has a talent and tenacity about him that makes me think he is definitely someone to watch. And should you find yourself wanting to do just that, then you can find him at -- https://www.instagram.com/itsjamiejones -- Thank you Jamie for your time, thank you all for listening, and I'll catch you on the next one -- Take Care -- --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/saddestnightout/message

Charli Fletcher is creative to her core. She also has a very busy schedule, which is why I am particularly grateful that we could catch up to record this episode. As well as hearing her walk us through her creative career, you can also hear her song "Honey Queen" at the end of this episode. And if you find yourself wanting to know more, you can find her at: -- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfuFu0OjREVSifaTJRNoljA -- https://www.instagram.com/charliiamlegend -- Thank you for joining me Charli (and for the kind words at the end), thank you all for listening, and I'll catch you on the next one -- Take Care -- --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/saddestnightout/message

The Word are Paul and Simon; two fantastic musicians in the early stages of this particular combo. On their debut with the podcast not only do I get to learn more about one of my favourite open mic groups, but I am also given the honour of sharing their song "Chaser", which you can hear at the end of this episode. When they have a more concrete presence online I'll be sure to share a link to it here, so watch this space. But in the meantime, enjoy this episode and their music. Thank you Simon and Paul for your time, thank you all for listening, and I'll catch you on the next one. -- Take Care -- --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/saddestnightout/message

Sorry I'm late. Check out these songs: -- Zoey Lily - Without A Word -- https://open.spotify.com/album/0yhTWUCNlyNkjOE8LLZTOM?si=YV0QXV7hTjGTwr03HsDleg -- Nielsen Reaveley - Either Side Of The Globe -- https://open.spotify.com/album/4nBfn8ALW1ybiy2qKIs2zX?si=sy5JR58-St-63hbBXIGXIw -- Loux - Slow It Down -- https://open.spotify.com/album/64VmtAoBcXJI4M0nhLFuDa?si=bJiYA3XfSbSTbwnY8L8VcQ -- Thank you all for listening, and I'll catch you on the next one. -- Take Care -- --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/saddestnightout/message

Alex Miles has been the sound engineer at two of my shows at Roadtrip and The Workshop, and he's an absolute delight every time. At both soundchecks he's been the only person in the room who hasn't had an episode on my podcast, but that won't be the case next time. Now you can all see exactly why I think he's such a lovely guy. Here are some links to some of the projects he mentioned -- https://theteenagemarket.co.uk/ -- https://arctangent.co.uk/ -- https://www.instagram.com/alpascal1 -- https://youngmusiciansworkshop.co.uk -- and you can find his photography at -- https://www.instagram.com/alex_miles_ --  Thanks Alex, and thank you all for listening. -- Take Care -- --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/saddestnightout/message

In case you can't tell from my voice in this episode, Marina is my favourite person in the world, because she came to my show. But she didn't just come to my show, she came without knowing anyone else there or any of the artists performing, but because she thought the event name sounded cool so she decided to take a chance. That has been me many times in the past - including a few times on this podcast, back when I would go to shows more often to interview people - so it thrills me to no end to know that someone thought to do the same for my show. So thank you Marina, and thank you for talking to me on this podcast too. You are the best! These are some of the music events that she mentioned in this episode: -- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/joes-jam-sessions-tickets-65577607389 -- http://www.aintnothinbut.co.uk/ -- http://troybar.co.uk/ -- And thank you all for listening too, I'll catch you on the next one. -- Take Care -- --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/saddestnightout/message

Sham Gabr is a man on a mission, and he's wasting no time in playing as many stages as he can. By the time this episode goes online he will have left the UK, but I hope this can serve as a time capsule of that time Sham came to London town and made his mark on the open mic circuit. You can find more from him online here: -- https://www.shamgabrmusic.com/ -- https://www.instagram.com/shamgabrmusic -- Thank you Sham for talking to me, thank you all for listening, and I'll catch you on the next one. -- Take Care -- --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/saddestnightout/message

Kin Soul wants change, and she's willing to go the distance to make it happen. On her debut with the podcast she makes it clear that she isn't happy with the status quo, but this feels less like a rant and more like a manifesto. She is specific, she is passionate, and she's serious. You're going to want to be on her team, and you can do so by finding her online at: -- https://www.instagram.com/kinsoulartist -- https://www.facebook.com/kinsoulartist -- Thank you Kin Soul for your time, thank you all for listening, and I'll catch you on the next one. -- Take Care -- And here are the links to find out more about Natalie Crichlow, may she rest in peace: -- www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2019/08/15…t-bed-barbados/ -- www.gofundme.com/f/NatalieCrichlow-Justice -- --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/saddestnightout/message

Benny Bizzie is new to the stage, but he isn't wasting any time in getting comfortable there. There is a zeal to his demeanour that seems to go all the way back to his start in taking music seriously, as we learn in his debut episode on the podcast. You can find out more about him online at: -- https://www.instagram.com/bennybizzie -- https://www.bennybizzie.com/ -- Thank you Benny for your time, thank you all for listening, let me know what you think, and I'll catch you on the next one. -- Take Care -- --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/saddestnightout/message

Duncan and Danny from See Thru Hands were kind enough to talk to me before their show at Paper Dress Vintage. We talk about how they came together, how things have gone so far, and how this band is different from the previous bands they've been in. I had a great time talking to them, and an even better time at the show they played. You can find more on See Thru Hands at -- https://www.instagram.com/seethruhands -- https://www.soundcloud.com/seethruhands -- https://www.facebook.com/seethruhands -- . Thank you to Duncan, Danny, and the whole band, and thank you to Phil for putting this band on my radar in the first place. And of course, thank you all for listening, enjoy the snippet of the show that I put at the end, and I'll catch you on the next one. -- Take Care -- --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/saddestnightout/message

Last week was a busy one, but not necessarily in all the ways that I wanted it to be. Lots of episodes were recorded, lots of newcomers were brought to the podcast, but there wasn't much done on my own music. All this and more is discussed herein, as well as the all-important Top 10 Episode Chart. Thank you for listening, let me know what you think, and I'll catch you one the next one. -- Take Care -- --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/saddestnightout/message

Honey McKenna stole the show at the open mic on Sunday, with a voice so powerful it didn't need a microphone. She was kind enough to talk to me afterwards about where that voice comes from and where she wants it to take her. A talent that feels most at home on stage, you can find her online at -- https://www.instagram.com/honeybmckenna -- and that Spotlight PIN she mentioned is 6771-5649-8697. Thank you Honey, thank you all for listening, let me know what you think, and I'll catch you on the next one. -- Take Care -- --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/saddestnightout/message

Nicole's art form of choice is her dancing, but she isn't looking for an audience to watch her work. For her it's much more personal, and considering this podcast is mostly filled with people who have something to promote, I thought it would be interesting to hear from someone who isn't looking for a stage. Thank you Nicole for your time, thank you all for listening, and I'll catch you on the next one. -- Take Care -- --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/saddestnightout/message

Moon Williams graced me with his presence once again, this time to continue his story and also to ruminate on his career as a whole. I remain enormously grateful to Moon for his time and his candour, and I look forward to seeing many more of his performances in the future. Thank you all for listening, let me know what you think, and I'll catch you on the next one -- Take Care -- --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/saddestnightout/message

Gimel Hooper was the surprise headliner at last night's open mic, and since he was only in town for a short period of time I simply had to seize my chance to talk with him. This is a talk with someone who has spent a lifetime honing and appreciating their craft, which is why they can speak in such riveting detail about what it is they do. You can find Gimel online at: -- www.instagram.com/gimels_media/ -- as well as: -- www.instagram.com/friday_night_live_comedy/ -- Thank you Gimel, and thank you all for listening. -- Take Care -- --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/saddestnightout/message

Mary C. Parker performed her comedy at one of my open mics for the first time maybe an hour before we had this chat. After seeing her perform, and talking to her for this episode, I really hope it won't be the last time we cross paths. You can find more of her online at: -- www.instagram.com/maryc.parker/ -- and her improv group at: -- www.hooplaimpro.com/BAME -- Thank you Mary for your time, and thank you all for listening. -- Take Care -- --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/saddestnightout/message

Pete Buckley's enthusiasm for performing is growing exponentially, and I'm very grateful that I could play a part in his return to music. Thank you for talking to me Pete, and here's a video of that first performance at The King's Head in Bayswater: -- www.youtube.com/watch?v=qPcbzl3yreE -- (Edit 12-08-19: You can also find him on the following links -- https://www.starnow.co.nz/profile/?m_id=2243180 -- https://www.soundcloud.com/user-986598723 -- ) -- Take Care -- --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/saddestnightout/message

On this episode I speak to a bunch of the performers from Elliott Smith's birthday party, to find out more about how they all came upon his music. My guests are: -- Symbol Soup -- www.instagram.com/symbolsoup -- | Max Bloom from the band Yuck -- www.instagram.com/yuckband -- | Ben Fox Smith -- www.instagram.com/ben_fox_smith -- | Georgia Maria -- www.instagram.com/georgiamariauk -- | Pilgrims' Dream -- www.instagram.com/pilgrimsdream -- | and Aaron King of King Casio -- www.instagram.com/kingcasioband -- Thank you all for talking to me, and for being part of such a memorable night. And thank you for listening (hello to any newcomers who might have found me through Elliott Smith). -- Take Care -- --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/saddestnightout/message