In this episode of My Music, Graham Coath sits down with rising rock artist Venus Blake for a lively, funny and deeply insightful conversation. From sneaking backstage to hug Alice Cooper to navigating the chaotic world of social media, Venus brings honesty, humour, and authentic rock energy to the mic.

Venus talks about her journey from classically trained pianist to hard-edged rock performer, her move from London to Italy, and the artists who shaped her — including Ozzy Osbourne, Lady Gaga, and of course, Alice Cooper himself. She opens up about the challenge of staying authentic online, redefining content creation as an art form, and building a community through her new Patreon for her “Rock Soldiers”.

Graham and Venus dive into everything from exploding microwaves to the future of live music, the rising cost of gigs, and what it really takes for a young independent artist to break through today. And yes — there’s even a discussion about air fryers, Christmas songs, and how rock musicians can take over TikTok without losing their souls.

Venus also shares exciting hints about her upcoming 2026 album — describing it as “what would happen if Alice Cooper and Lady Gaga had a baby.” Expect theatre, grit, huge melodies… and a new wave of unapologetic rock.

It’s bold, funny, heartfelt, and full of creative sparks — the perfect episode for anyone who loves music, rock culture, or raw artistic honesty.