Indie Tea Talk

ISSIE Joins Indie Tea Talk! From LA Soul to Liverpool Groove!

Welcome to another captivating episode of the Indie Tea Talk Podcast!

This week, we’re thrilled to host ISSIE, an LA-born, Liverpool-based artist blending soft soul, mellow jazz, and poetic storytelling into something truly her own.

From secretly applying to music school in Liverpool at just 17, to performing alongside Gloria Gaynor and The Fratellis, ISSIE’s path into music has been bold, heartfelt, and full of surprises. With collaborations spanning Nashville, Vienna, and Los Angeles, she’s quickly becoming one of the most exciting new voices in modern soul and jazz.

What’s Inside This Episode?

🎤 Discover how ISSIE went from Orange County to Liverpool’s legendary music scene.

🎶 Hear stories from her global songwriting collaborations and sessions.

☕ Dive into the meaning behind her live session tracks “darling if i could”, “all of it will show”, and “Lost In Translation”.

💬 Enjoy fun quick-fire questions, behind-the-scenes insights, and a cup of tea with ISSIE herself!

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Don’t miss this soulful, funny, and beautifully honest conversation with ISSIE!

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🎸 L’objectif Join Indie Tea Talk! This Band Is Forever, Debut Album & Life on the Road 🎶

Welcome to another incredible episode of the Indie Tea Talk Podcast! This time, we’re joined by L’objectif — one of the UK’s most exciting young guitar bands, known for their high-energy sound, sharp songwriting, and effortlessly cool live performances.

Starting out as two mates jamming in a school music room at just 12 years old, L’objectif have since grown into a standout name in the UK indie scene. With their EP This Band Is Forever receiving praise from NME, DIY, and The Line of Best Fit, and huge performances at Kendal Calling, Latitude, and Left of the Dial in Rotterdam, it’s clear that this band are only just getting started.

What’s Inside This Episode?

🎤 How L’objectif evolved from a school project to a festival favourite

💿 The making of This Band Is Forever and its cinematic energy

🌍 Their first international show in Spain and what it meant to them

🏟️ Festival memories from Kendal Calling, Latitude, and Rotterdam

🎶 Balancing moody post-punk tones with pop energy

📝 A glimpse into their debut album and what comes next

🎸 Two exclusive live performances and a fun round of quick-fire questions

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Sons of Sevilla Join Indie Tea Talk! Street Light Moon, Touring the U.S., and Finding Sound Between Two Worlds

Welcome to another captivating episode of the Indie Tea Talk Podcast! This time, we’re joined by Sons of Sevilla, the brother duo Henry and Reuben Smith, whose music bridges the gap between the soul of the Mediterranean and the grit of the British indie scene.

Raised between a family pub in Yorkshire and sun-soaked summers in southern Spain, their music captures the warmth, rhythm, and storytelling of two cultures. Their brand-new album Street Light Moon — produced by Grammy-winning Adrian Quesada of Black Pumas — explores nostalgia, travel, and identity through rich, vintage textures. With singles like Butterfly and Street Light Moon already turning heads and a U.S. tour supporting Skinshape about to begin, the duo are quickly carving out a sound all their own.

What’s Inside This Episode?

🎤 Growing up between Yorkshire and Spain and how it shaped their music

🎶 The creative process behind Street Light Moon

🎛️ Recording with Adrian Quesada in Austin, Texas

🌊 Writing songs aboard a fishing trawler in Gibraltar

🫖 How they balance vintage tones with modern storytelling

✈️ Getting ready to hit the road for their U.S. tour with Skinshape

🎸 Exclusive live performances and a round of quick-fire questions

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📸 Instagram: @sonsofsevilla

▶️ YouTube: @SonsOfSevilla

🎧 Spotify: @SonsOfSevilla

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Henri Gaston Joins Indie Tea Talk! From SoundCloud Beginnings to His Best Songs Yet

Welcome to another inspiring episode of the Indie Tea Talk Podcast! This time, we’re joined by Henri Gaston — an exciting young artist blending R&B, hip-hop, and indie into a sound that’s entirely his own.

Growing up in the Yorkshire Dales, Henri taught himself piano and guitar before releasing his first tracks on SoundCloud. By 17, he’d signed with London-based management, but after stepping away from the industry pressures, he rediscovered his love for music on his own terms. His track Where Are We Going? has already racked up nearly 200K streams, and with a brand-new project on the horizon, Henri is creating his strongest work yet.

What’s Inside This Episode?

🎹 How Henri taught himself to play piano and guitar

✍️ Early raps and songs that started it all

🚀 Recording his debut project Spaceship at home during lockdown

🎶 The story behind What Do You Think? and finding his own sound

💿 The highs and lows of navigating the music industry

🌟 A sneak peek at his upcoming project, which might just be his best yet

🎸 Exclusive live performances and fun quick-fire questions

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China Bears Join Indie Tea Talk! Participation Trophy, Vulnerable Songwriting & What’s Next!

Welcome to another brilliant episode of the Indie Tea Talk Podcast! This time, we’re joined by China Bears, a band celebrated for emotionally honest lyrics, atmospheric guitar melodies, and unforgettable live shows.

Formed at university, China Bears have played hundreds of gigs across the UK, taken their music to America, and released their debut album Participation Trophy through Fierce Panda Records in 2024, recorded with Rod Jones of Idlewild. With influences including Frightened Rabbit, The National, and Big Thief, their sound is heartfelt, cinematic, and made to be experienced live.

Now, as they celebrate a year of Participation Trophy and begin working on album number two, the band sit down with us to reflect on their journey so far, the lessons they’ve learned, and what’s still to come.

What’s Inside This Episode?

🎤 How China Bears went from uni mates to one of the UK’s most exciting indie bands

💿 The making of Participation Trophy and recording with Rod Jones

🎶 Finding influence in vulnerability and atmosphere

🏟️ Festival highlights, touring memories, and the reality of life on the road

📝 Writing for album two and what fans can expect next

🎸 Two live performances plus a fun round of quick-fire questions

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BERENICE Joins Indie Tea Talk! Courgetti Western Pop, Antipasti EP & Rolling Stone Spotlight

Welcome to another exciting episode of the Indie Tea Talk Podcast! This time, we’re joined by BERENICE — the Italian-born artist transforming messy emotions into bold, cinematic pop.

Named one of Rolling Stone UK’s New Artists to Watch, BERENICE calls her sound Courgetti Western Pop with bite — a mix of Spaghetti Western drama, glitter-filled breakdowns, and classic rock swagger. With her new single If I Took A Shot and debut EP Antipasti out now, she’s building a world that’s playful, emotional, and impossible to ignore.

What’s Inside This Episode?

🎤 BERENICE on writing songs since the age of eight

🎶 What Courgetti Western Pop with bite really means

💔 Turning heartbreak into a collective celebration on If I Took A Shot

🍝 Why Antipasti is just the first course in a trilogy leading to her debut album

✨ The visuals — lace, denim, glitter, cinematic flair

🏆 How it felt to be named one of Rolling Stone UK’s New Artists to Watch

🎸 Two live performances plus fun quick-fire questions

This episode is heartfelt, creative, and full of personality — the perfect introduction to BERENICE’s world.

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📸 Instagram: @shesberenice

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🎵 TikTok: @shesberenice

🎧 Spotify: @BERENICE

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Lizzie Esau Joins Indie Tea Talk! Explosive Live Shows, Festival Highlights & New Music

Welcome to another exciting episode of the Indie Tea Talk Podcast! This time, we’re joined by Lizzie Esau, an artist making her mark with a sound that draws from Wolf Alice, Imogen Heap, and Radiohead, yet remains entirely her own.

Known for her high-energy live performances, Lizzie has played Glastonbury, BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend, Boardmasters, and supported artists like Baby Queen and The Amazons. With her recent EP Spilling Out The Truth, a run of acclaimed singles, and sync placements including Amazon Prime’s My Lady Jane, Lizzie’s momentum shows no signs of slowing.

What’s Inside This Episode?

🎤 Lizzie’s path into songwriting and the inspiration behind her music

🎶 How she keeps her sound evolving while staying true to herself

🏟️ Festival moments from Glastonbury to Boardmasters

🎛️ Working with producers Catherine Marks, Iain Berryman, and Adrian Bushby

🎬 The story of “I’m a Man” landing in My Lady Jane

💿 Behind the latest single “Day In The Life” and what might come next

🎸 Two live performances and a quick-fire round

Lizzie Esau is one of the UK’s most exciting rising names and in this conversation, you’ll hear exactly why.

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EEVAH Join Indie Tea Talk! Independent Spirit, Hook-Driven Pop & Heartfelt Stories

Welcome to another must-listen episode of the Indie Tea Talk Podcast! This time, we’re joined by Nicole and Richard from EEVAH, the Halifax-based duo known for crafting emotive, hook-filled pop with an independent edge.

With their second EP I Didn’t See It Coming out now, a sold-out show at The Lexington still echoing in their heads, and a fan community that’s funding vans and leaving their names on vinyl, EEVAH are showing what’s possible when you mix talent, grit, and heart.

What’s Inside This Episode?

🎤 The origins of EEVAH and how they shaped their sound on I Didn’t See It Coming

🎶 Writing with confidence and finding clarity in their songs

❤️ Building a fan community that’s as much a part of the band as the music

🏟️ Playing their biggest headline show and jumping in to support Everything Everything

📬 The wildest fan gifts — from French tip nails to a $2,000 cheque

🎸 Two live performances plus a hilarious round of Pedal or Plant

This episode is packed with energy, emotion, and a whole lot of indie spirit — a must for anyone who loves authentic music stories.

Find More EEVAH:

📸 Instagram: @eevahmusic

🎵 TikTok: @eevahmusic

▶️ YouTube: @EEVAHmusic

🌐 Website: eevah.co.uk

🎧 Spotify: EEVAH

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Spielmann Joins Indie Tea Talk! Big Choruses, Sharp Lyrics & Pop With Bite!

Welcome to another standout episode of the Indie Tea Talk Podcast! This time, we’re sitting down with Spielmann — the solo project of Leeds-based artist, producer, and songwriter Ben Lewis.

From early sessions with Yard Act to producing for other artists and supporting Kaiser Chiefs, Ben’s seen the industry from all angles. Now, under the name Spielmann (taken from his grandmother’s maiden name), he’s stepping into the spotlight with a bold new EP, a dry wit, and a serious ear for big, emotional choruses.

What’s Inside This Episode?

🎤 Why Ben launched Spielmann and what the name really means to him

🧠 How he writes through a character without losing himself in the process

✍️ The sweet spot between emotional storytelling and pop precision

🎶 Musical influences from LCD Soundsystem to Springsteen

🏙️ How Leeds has shaped his sound and his identity

🏟️ Playing with Yard Act at the O2 Academy and the buzz of being back on stage

🎸 Two stripped-back live performances plus quick-fire questions on dad lyrics, misunderstood songs, and musical comfort food

Whether you’re into clever lyricism, pop that punches above its weight, or just want to hear from someone who’s lived every side of the industry — this one’s for you.

Find More Spielmann:

📸 Instagram: @spielmannsongs

📘 Facebook: @spielmannsongs

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🌐 Website: spielmannsongs.bandcamp.com

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🎶 The Wranglers Join Indie Tea Talk! Grit, Charm & Cowboy Pop Await! 🎶

Welcome to another unmissable episode of the Indie Tea Talk Podcast! This time, we’re sitting down with The Wranglers, a high-energy duo blending heartfelt indie, scrappy storytelling, and just a bit of cowboy chaos.

What’s Inside This Episode?

🎤 Hear how Milly and Leo formed The Wranglers — and why they describe themselves as “two halves of one functioning human.”

🎶 Go behind the scenes of their debut single ‘Rewind’, from snowstorms to studio sessions with Jason Odle and John Shepherd.

🤠 Discover the truth behind their infamous Superman gig and the wildest songwriting competition ever.

🎪 Reflect on milestone performances at PIPPA Fest and Sounds of Leeds.

😂 Enjoy some seriously funny quick-fire questions — including onstage fails, weird venues, and who’s most likely to forget lyrics.

🎸 Don’t miss two exclusive live performances that show why The Wranglers are one of the UK’s most exciting new acts.

This episode is packed with laughs, honesty, and the kind of DIY spirit that defines indie music in 2025. Whether you're a fan of raw acoustic sessions or chaotic gig stories, The Wranglers are ones to watch.

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🌐 Website: thewranglersband.com

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