Faces of Suffolk

Rob was born and bred in Ipswich. He formed a thrash metal band for over 30 years. 

Now a family man who works for the council, we chat over a cup of coffee about the music scene, local life, movies, covid-19 and how he balances family, work and playing in a band.

I catch up with James Garden. A local music shop owner who has lived in Suffolk all his life. 

James expresses himself through his Art work. His pictures known as 'Mind Doodles' have not only helped him is is life but many others. 

We chat about life, his art, work, growing up and even movies.

I catch up with local musician Rob Lewis.

We chat about his career, influences, the lockdown, the local scene and Suffolk life in general. 

I catch up with a chat over coffee with Tim who runs The Charnel House, an alternative clothing store on Norwich Road in Ipswich. We talk about his life, the shop,the local area and much more.

I caught up with Darren Smith. A man who has been heavily involved in the Ipswich music scene for well over a decade. A musician, DJ, promoter and so much more.

He has been the driving force of the Ipswich metal scene since he fell into promoting after putting on his own bands gigs, forming Deadsoul Promotions who champion not only local bands but bring bands from across the globe to our area.

Stephen was born and bred in Hadleigh Suffolk. He has lived there all of his life but had several jobs and always kept busy. He currently runs 'Pre-loved' an online used furniture business and runs The Brewers Arms Ipswich with a friend. We chat about his life and his thoughts on Suffolk life.

*The interview took place in the pub beer garden before it opened. I apologise for unexpected background noise from the neighbours.

A chat with Andrew, who has been active in the Suffolk music scene for many years now. He talks about his current projects, thoughts on the local scene and a little bit about years gone by.