Hailing from a small Devonshire village that is tricky to pronounce, Cole Stacey is a visceral and lyrical songwriter, singer and musician who has roamed the highest echelons of British folk, 80s pop, spoken word and ambient electronics. From The Royal Albert Hall to The Westfalenhalle Arena, 700-year-old castles in Gdansk to Glastonbury Festival.
“Soft, pop-aware voice describing a life alive with motion” 
– The Independent
As one half of alt-folk duo India Electric Company alongside Joseph O’Keefe, Cole has recently been found on prime-time live sessions for BBC Radio 2 and BBC 6 Music live sessions, at Glastonbury Festival and they’ve enjoyed BBC Introducing’s backing with KLOF declaring them “one of the truly pioneering acts in folk music”.


“A magnificent sound” 
– Patrick Kielty, BBC Radio 5 Live
Since 2015 Cole has been accompanying legendary pop icon Midge Ure on everything from mandolin to bass guitar, analogue synthesizers to vocals, across sold-out tours of Australia, New Zealand, UK, Scandinavia and Germany. Shows with Human League at Hammersmith Apollo and headline concerts at The Royal Albert Hall have been plentiful in recent years.
“Cole’s soaring vocals were a highlight of an electrifying performance, nothing short of mesmerizing” 
– Scottish Music Network
With explorations into traditional songwriting in his blood, Cole released his extraordinarily honest debut album Postcards From Lost Places in early 2025 to audiences far beyond his Dartmoorian horizons. At its heart is a symbiosis of ‘lost’ places and forgotten words, stretching as far back as the 13th century, paired with Cole’s distinctive lyrical songwriting and remarkable soundscapes. For someone so well traveled of late, this album finally brings Cole Stacey home.
“Cole’s voice and songwriting are something else — rich, haunting, and full of heart. It’s a real pleasure sharing stages with him” 
– Midge Ure

Links: https://colestacey.net

https://indiaelectricco.com/

George Earwicker is a writer-director based in Dorset, England. He is drawn to reimagining genres and making films that explore the complexity of morality, power structures and interpersonal relationships.

He taught himself the practicals of filmmaking by making one feature length home movie a year with no budget and a crew of family and friends since he was 15. 

George and Elijah speak about George's new film 'It's Always The End Of The World', his production team 'The Sandbagos', the use of music in film, Tarantino, sound design for film and more.

Find George's work and help fund the film by following these links:

The Sandbagos: https://thesandbagos.com/about/

Help Fund: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/it-s-always-the-end-of-the-world-post-production

Andy Platts (Young Gun Silver Fox/Mama's Gun)

Andy Platts is a British songwriter and vocalist known primarily through his work with bands Mamas Gun and Young Gun Silver Fox, but also through his songwriting for solo artists, most notably in South East Asia. Platts’ sound draws heavily from the musical melting pot of the 1970s, encompassing classic melodic songwriting, soulful vocals and sophisticated chord harmony.

https://www.andyplatts.co.uk/
https://www.younggunsilverfox.com/https://www.mamasgun.co.uk/

Season 3 - Episode 4 - Neale Donald WalschThis week Elijah speaks with one of his influences best selling author Neale Donald Walsch who wrote the ‘Conversations With God’ series of books. Neale spent the majority of his life thriving professionally, yet searching for spiritual meaning before experiencing his now famous conversation with God. The Conversations with God series of books that emerged from those encounters has been translated into 37 languages, touching millions and inspiring important changes in their day-to-day lives.Neale has written 40 books on spirituality and its practical application in everyday life. Titles in the With God series include: Conversations with God, Books 1-3; Friendship with God; Communion with God; The New Revelations; Tomorrow’s God; What God Wants; and Home with God. Seven of the books in that series reached the New York Times Bestseller List, CWG-Book 1 occupying that list for over two-and-a-half years. His most recent books are When Everything Changes Change Everything (2010), The Storm Before the Calm (2011), The Only Thing That Matters (2012), What God Said (2013), GOD'S MESSAGE TO THE WORLD: You've Got Me All Wrong (2014), Conversations with God: Awaken the Species (Book 4) (2017), and The God Solution (2020).His newest book is GodTalk, published in 2023 by Sacred Stories Publishing.http://www.nealedonaldwalsch.com/Abou...

Season 3 - Episode 3 - Ryan HalseyRyan Halsey is a drummer, recording engineer, drum teacher and videographer.

He was handpicked by BBC Radio 1's Huw Stephens to be the drummer for the O2 Think Big band and toured O2 arena's playing alongside Rita Ora and Tinchy Strider.Ryan has been the drummer in The Gravity Drive since 2012 as well as engineering some of their recording work and taking musical director role for their live shows. His fantastic drum work on their records has been played on BBC Radio 2, BBC 6 Music and the band a glowing 4 star review in MOJO Magazine for their second album The Wildlight mixed by Chris Potter (Urban Hymns The Verve).Listen here: https://open.spotify.com/album/22rHNY81a8wQbpzEJj33Xw?si=I6mlBw3AT3-mYHEQLMmCbgRyan also teaches drums and has his own YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClCKqQjLCGxY-vz_JyW3HEQInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryanhalseyThe Gravity Drive: http://www.thegravitydrive.com

The Gaslight Troubadours & The Mirorim

Season 3 - Episode 2 - The Gaslight Troubadours & The MirorimWith a brand new single, 'Hallelujah (Let Yourself Be Mine) featuring The Mirorim, The Gaslight Troubadours are back with the track already receiving plays on national radio. Podcast host Elijah (The Mirorim) talks with Phil commander in chief of The Gaslight Troubadours about their collaboration for this new single, how it came to be, what it's all about, the musical and lyrical influences and the collaborative process which is followed by an album called 'Children Of The Sun' later in the year.'Hallelujah (Let Yourself Be Mine) is available now on all streaming/downlaod platforms. Follow these link:

https://gaslighttroubadours.com/

To start the new season of the Songwriting For Songwriters Podcast Elijah speaks with producer Phil Meadley, commander in chief of The Gaslight Troubadours. After a 3 year hiatus The Gaslight Troubadours are back with a new single 'Hallelujah (Let Yourself Be Mine) featuring The Mirorim the first single taken frOm their upcoming album 'Children Of The Sun'.WEBSITE: https://gaslighttroubadours.com/

Dorothea Forrester is a 20 year old independent filmmaker, writer, photographer and actor currently based in the South West.

She studied Film and TV Production and won 'Best Young Filmmaker' at Cannes World Film Festival for her film 'Blue' which has also received praise from figures such as Laura Albert.

She has often collaborated with band Die Twice, as heard on Radio 1, creating a black and white music video which she produced, directed and shot in Paris.

She now aims to move towards working on long form projects and ensures every project she approaches is approached from a very personal and honest space.

She is also the daughter of podcast host =ELIJAH= and this conversation is a unique one of a kind chat between Daughter and Dad about Dorothea's upcoming film, music, creativity and more.

Help Dorothea create 'Pomegranate Seeds' by crowdfunding here: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/pomegranate-seeds-film

Follow Dorothea on Instagram @dorotheaforrester

Track featured on this episode is 'The Wildlight' by The Gravity Drive.

Pick up a copy of =ELIJAH='s book 'The Songwriters Handbook' here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0CGTMDNQY

Do You Want To Take Your Music To The Next Level?

Songwriting For Songwriters Host =ELIJAH= as you know is a songwriter and artist with over 20 years experience in the music industry as an independent artist but also as a signed artist to a record and management deal. His records have been played all over the world and championed by BBC Radio 2 and in MOJO Magazine. As well as being a songwriter and artost he has also promoted and plugged his own music, run record labels and events, has worked with many music industry legends and has knowledge to help you get your songs and music to the next level via one 2 one sessions. So if you are interested.

GET IN TOUCH: [email protected]

Episode 12 - Jamie O'Neal

Jamie O’Neal is a Platinum-selling country singer and hit songwriter that became a household name in 2001 with her back-to-back # 1 singles, “There Is No Arizona” and “When I Think About Angels.” With multiple hits that followed, including “Shiver,” “Trying To Find Atlantis” and

While she has penned most of her own songs, Jamie has also written hits for such notable artists as Reba McEntire, Martina McBride, Leann Rimes, Cece Winans, Idina Menzel and others. Her voice can be heard internationally in major motion pictures including All by Myself for

She was also picked to perform with Carrie

Jamie's Website: https://www.jamieoneal.com/