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Groovecast - The Rhythm Section PodcastThe new podcast for musicians, hosted by bassist Ashley Walker and drummer Charlie Smith. Covering all things drums, bass and music, with plenty of stories and... more
FAQs about Groovecast:How many episodes does Groovecast have?The podcast currently has 29 episodes available.
April 29, 2023Groovecast - S2 Ep9: Recording ChatHello and welcome back to Groovecast!In our penultimate episode of Season 2, we talk about some of our recent activities, such as the recording of Ash's new album. We compare notes on what it was like to record in person over at Charlie's home studio and where some of the influences and sounds are coming from for this upcoming project. We also get into some of the behind the scenes tricks we have learned from some of the most famous artists and albums, including Jeff Lynne and ELO and the Godfather of producing, Quincy Jones.As always, we hope you enjoy this episode of Groovecast and we'll see you next time!...more38minPlay
March 25, 2023Groovecast - S2 Ep8: GrooveGuest Steve Pearce Pt.2Hello and welcome back to Groovecast!In todays episode you hear once more from bass legend Steve Pearce. In the second part of our chat with him we discuss adding upright bass to his arsenal, hooliganism on Bill Bailey's Remarkable Guide To The Orchestra and a couple of hilarious behind the scenes gig stories, including a far from straight forward performance with George Benson...As always, be sure to send us a like, subscribe or follow the socials!Thank you once again to Steve for giving up so much of his valued time to speak to us and until next time, we'll see you on Groovecast!...more36minPlay
February 25, 2023Groovecast - S2 Ep7: GrooveGuest Steve Pearce Pt.1Hello and welcome to a very special episode of Groovecast.In today's podcast we speak to one of the UK's finest and most recorded bass players, Steve Pearce. From West End musicals to Films, Video Games and some of the businesses biggest stars we brush through his breathtaking career. In Part 1 we talk about some of his recent work with artists such as Florence & The Machine and Gregory Porter, and on films like the recent Disney live action Cruella. We also hear about working with legends like Al Jarreau, JR Robinson and Steve Gadd. As always, be sure to send us a like, subscribe or follow the socials! Until next time (hint hint, Part 2!) we'll see you on Groovecast! ...more50minPlay
January 28, 2023Groovecast - S2 Ep6: Catchup pt. 2Hello and welcome back to Groovecast.In todays episode we discuss what we've both been up to over the past 3 months. From Charlie's travels across the UK to Ash's sailing the seven seas, Here's some of the highlights...As always we hope you've enjoyed this episode of Groovecast and we'll see you next time!...more41minPlay
November 26, 2022Groovecast - S2 Ep5: Online Recording & Session WorkHello and welcome back to Groovecast.In todays episode we dive into the world of recording. We talk about some of the sessions the two of us have played on and the different playing styles and techniques that can be required. We also discuss the other aspects of recording such as writing and producing your own material as well and knowing what you want to best suit the track. As always, please go ahead and message us on any of the usual social media places, either for ideas of videos you’d like to see, or some recording stories of your own!For now though, we’ll see you next time on Groovecast!...more37minPlay
October 29, 2022Groovecast - S2 Ep4: Must Watch Concert FilmsHello and welcome back to Groovecast.In todays episode we discuss some of our favourite concert films, ranging from Billy Joel, to Toto and Paul McCartney to Rush. We talk about some of the films that either influenced our playing or helped our technique, with their instructional tools and also some of the cool behind the scenes looks into how some of these concerts and tours work.As always, if you have any favourite concert films that we didn’t cover in this episode feel free to drop us a message at our social media pages. We hope you enjoy and we’ll see you next time on Groovecast!...more50minPlay
September 24, 2022Groovecast - S2 Ep3: Ronnie Scott’sHello and welcome once again to Groovecast!In this episode we talk about one of the most iconic and famous jazz venues in the world, Ronnie Scott's.Listen as we discuss some of the gigs we've been fortunate enough to watch there and also how the humble layout of the building helps create an atmosphere and buzz like nowhere else. As always, we hope you enjoy and we'll see you next time on Groovecast!...more44minPlay
August 27, 2022Groovecast - S2 Ep2: Iconic Albums, Aja & The DudeHello and welcome once again to Groovecast!With our second season well underway, we wanted to waste no time in getting down to business and discussing what we believe to be a couple of the greatest and most influential albums, of all time. In todays album inspections, we take a look at the 1977 masterpiece by Steely Dan, Aja. As well as the 1981 Funk album The Dude.Two iconic albums, two totally different styles and two young northern lads to guide you through! We hope you enjoy and we'll see you next time on Groovecast!...more52minPlay
July 30, 2022Groovecast - Season 2 Ep1: CatchupHello and welcome BACK to Groovecast!After several busy months away, we are delighted to be back podcasting for you once again.Kicking off our second season here at Groovecast, we thought it was appropriate to fill you in a little on what we have been doing over the past few months and also give you a small insight into what we've got coming up in our next season.So pop the kettle on, buckle up and get ready for a very special and fun packed second season of Groovecast!...more27minPlay
April 30, 2022Groovecast - Episode 10: GrooveGuest Anna VHello and welcome to our last episode of the first season of Groovecast! For our final episode we wanted to do something special, something exciting, something we have never done before, interview a guest!Speaking to us for our very first Groovecast interview is the wickedly talented Anna V. Anna is an already renowned and respected drummer whom at the age of just 15 has already won several awards and become recognised, not only in her home country of America, but around the world too! We are delighted to be hearing about her short but successful journey through music and her experiences as a young drummer in the states.We'd like to say a special thank you to Anna and her father/"Dadager" for their help in making this happen and we'd also like to thank you all for your support and love in our maiden voyage in to the world of podcasting....more36minPlay
FAQs about Groovecast:How many episodes does Groovecast have?The podcast currently has 29 episodes available.