Nikki chats to rising UK singer & Americana Country artist Emilia Quinn with an exclusive on her record and the truth about the fast growing UK Country scene and why it's important to be yourself in this industry!

In this eye-opening video our regular panel and special guest, music journalist Emma Wilkes (NME, Kerrang), delve into the world of merchandise sales at music venues and investigate the percentage cuts taken by venues and ticketing companies. We explore the impact of these practices on the artists, especially independent and up-and-coming musicians who heavily rely on their merch sales and concert revenues.

​ @earacherecords  are a UK based alternative label that has been home to some of the most important artists in rock and metal over the last 35 years. In recent years they have enjoyed a string of UK top 10 albums; recently charting at No.3 with the release of  @ThoseDamnCrows  "INHALE / EXHALE".

Nikki Smash catches up with The Exies frontman and Grammy nominated, award winning songwriter and producer Scott Stevens.

Streaming Services, Are You Being Scammed?

Song Types By Nick J Townsend

The Underground Musician’s Guide to the Music Industry.

The Underground Musicians Guide by Nick J Townsend. Assault On Rockstar Culture.

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