JB is joined by singer Jack and keys player Lewis from Jack Brodie and the Niddrie Boys.

Jack gives us an insight in to how being drunk during covid helped inspire him to pick up guitar again and begin to start writing songs. We here from both the guys about how the band got together through a chance meeting.

We hear from Lewis about his passion for being able to identify chords and getting involved in the producing side of things.

There is some inspiring chat about how Jack has created a local community event which he calls The Movement. This involves people from the local area coming along to an open mic session with people of various musical abilities getting involved.

If you can then check out the band or Jack's solo sets at the following dates:

28/5/26 - Banshees, Edinburgh

6/6/26 - Room 2, Glasgow supporting Kyle O

7/6/26 Meadows Festival, Glasgow

11/6/26 Nice and Sleazys, Glasgow (solo set)

As is tradition we round up with some quickfire questions.

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If you enjoy what you've heard then please share with those you think will enjoy and follow/subscribe to be kept up to date when our latest episodes drop.

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Our latest episode is hosted by JB and he is joined by singer and guitarist, Ross from Junior VP. You can find their socials @juniorvpband on the likes of Instagram and TikTok.

We discuss the planning that goes in to recording, playing gigs and promoting the band online to begin with.

Amazingly, Ross reveals he had a 15 year gap between stopping playing guitar again as a result of Covid.

He is open about some of the mental health challenges that he faced and how he has managed to address these.

The band have upcoming gigs at Bungalow in Paisley on Thursday 7th May and at Hug and Pint on Monday 25th May where they support Ringlets. Check out their socials where you can get tickets.

There is chat about their plans to release their album which has already been written and mastered ahead of 2027.

You can presave their upcoming single, 'Head Full of Sadness' as of Friday 8th May ahead of its release on Friday 22nd May.

Ross gives us an insight in to what to expect and talks about their recent single release, 'Joy'.As is tradition we round up with some quickfire questions.

Thanks to our sponsor, Arty Burgers (www.artyburgers.com) who are kindly offering 20% off their fantastic range of music prints, mugs and more using code THESOUNDOFTHEBAR to UK listeners.

If you enjoy what you've heard then please share with those you think will enjoy and follow/subscribe to be kept up to date when our latest episodes drop.

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In a first for the podcast we are joined by an artist as Scottish artist, Jack Sutton joins JB. It's his first appearance as a guest on a podcast and is a natural.

Check out his fantastic work on his website which is https://jack-sutton-draws.myshopify.com/

Jack talks about who and what inspires him as an artist including musical influences in terms of some of his favoutite bands.

We discuss the lack of support that the creative industries get within the UK and the sad loss of venues within Scotland.

There is chat too around how art is timeless and some of his favourite buildings that he has drawn.

Look out on his social media which you can find by searching Jack Sutton Draws and will kept up to date with his art and an upcoming exhibition which should hopefully take place in September.

As is tradition we round up with some quickfire questions.

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JB is joined by our first English band as emerging band, The Mandrills are on as guests.

In a first for the podcast, the full band join us as Gabe, Nat, Noel and Will are in the hotseats.

There is some discussion around musical influences, upcoming gigs and the next single release, 'Behind Closed Eyes' which comes out on 30/4/26.

Keep an eye out on their Instagram and Tiktok for the latest info, promo material and upcoming gigs.

The band have been together for 5 years and we hear about how covid helped make the band so strong as they had ample time to learn their craft.

As is tradition we round up with some quickfire questions.

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We're back after a week off as JB is joined by singer, David from Sooth who can be found on Instagram, Facebook and Youtube under (SoothmusicScotland).

David gives us an insight in to the band's sound and talks about the recent EP release, 'Six Months On' which was released in March. Make sure to check it out.

The band split up in 2009 and we get an insight in to how the music industry has changed since then and discuss the impact that social media has had.

We chat a fair bit about the impact that Biffy Clyro has had on the Scottish music scene over the last 20 years or so and make sure to listen till the end for a cracking story from David about seeing them in New York.Once again we urge people to support smaller venues and encourage everyone to go and see emerging artists which is cracking value for money.

As is tradition we round up with some quickfire questions.

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On our latest episode, JB is joined by singer Joe Goodall who can be found on most social media platforms @joegoodallmusic

Make sure to keep your eye on socials for upciming gigs and news on when his upcoming EP will be released.

There is plenty to discuss as we discuss 2026 so far which has inculded the release of single, 'If You Want it (Make ir Right)', supporting Wrest at Oran Mor and playing at the Scottish Live Music Awards at the same venue.

We discuss the impact of Scottish music abroad, gigs we've been to recently and ones we're looking forward to.

Joe gives us an insight in to how he got in to music through his family and inspirations, both old and new.

Once again we urge people to support smaller venues and encourage everyone to go and see emerging artists which is cracking value for money.

As is tradition we round up with some quickfire questions.

Thanks to our sponsor, Arty Burgers (www.artyburgers.com) who are kindly offering 20% off their fantastic range of music prints, mugs and more using code THESOUNDOFTHEBAR to UK listeners.

If you enjoy what you've heard then please share with those you think will enjoy and follow/subcribe to be kept up to date when latest episodes drop.

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Tony and Callum from Flair (@flairband on most socials) join JB for the latest drop of The Sound of the Bar.

The guys give us an insight in to their sound, how the tunes come together and different ways to promote the band.

Make sure to check out their recent release 'Nausea'.

We hear about upcoming gigs including an announcement about their headline gig at King Tuts on 17/7/26. Keep an eye on socials for when tickets go on sale.

This coincides with news of their upcoming EP which will be out in the summer.

As is tradition we round up with some quickfire questions.

Thanks to our sponsor, Arty Burgers (www.artyburgers.com) who are kindly offering 20% off their fantastic range of music prints, mugs and more using code THESOUNDOFTHEBAR to UK listeners.

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Our latest episode features host JB and lead guitarist, Baz from Box of Trash @boxoftrashmusic on social media.

There is discussion regarding their upcoming gig at The Attic in The Garage in Glasgow on Saturday which will launch their new EP.

Baz gives us an insight in to their sound and what has shaped it and their plans for 2026.

We discuss how a gig in Newcastle, with another band led to them recording their debut album in Chicago and potentially a return visit in the future.

There is discussion regarding buskers, Oasis and our tunes of the week.

To conclude we ask some questions from listeners of the podcast.

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JB is joined by Eve, aka Wytchwound (@Wytchwound on socials) for our latest episode.

Keep up to date on socials for the latest news about the upcoming EP, gigs and more.

To kick things off we discuss International Women's Day which took place on 8/3/26. We cover safety for women at gigs, representation, inspirations and organisations who are supporting the cause.

There is discussion about the upcoming gig on 19/3/26 at King Tuts which will be the first live show with the band. Make sure to get along if you can and support emerging artists and small venues.

We get to hear the inspiration behind the name which is inspired by the witch trails in Fife. This forms the basis behind the current project.

Eve also gives us her thoughts on Scots language and the importance of keeping the language alive, leading to some interesting chat about Rabbie Burns and modern people of influence in Scotland.

Thanks to our sponsor, Arty Burgers (www.artyburgers.com) who are kindly offering 20% off their fantastic range of music prints, mugs and more using code THESOUNDOFTHEBAR to UK listeners.

If you enjoy what you've heard then please share with those you think will enjoy and follow/subcribe to be kept up to date when latest episodes drop.

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On our latest drop, Ciaran, Gordon and Susan join JB to talk about their music career so far.

You can find them on most social media as @whytenoiseband and their website where you will find music, merch and upcoming gigs - https://www.whytenoiseband.com/

To kick off, the band give us an insight in to their sound, musical background, how they like to entertain at gigs and their musical ability.

The group have written a song for the World Cup which they talk about so keep an eye on their socials for news on when it will be released.

We discuss their nomiantion for 'Newcomer Live Artist of the Year' at the Scottish Live Music awards which takes place on Thursday 5th March at Oran Mor and info on some of the acts nominated under 'Folk and Tradtional' category.

They give us their plans for 2026 which includes some new music and gigs they have planned so try get along to a show.

The episode concludes with some 'Who is Most Likely To'? and some quickfire questions.

Thanks to our sponsor, Arty Burgers (www.artyburgers.com) who are kindly offering 20% off their fantastic range of music prints, mugs and more using code THESOUNDOFTHEBAR to UK listeners.

If you enjoy what you've heard then please share with those you think will enjoy and follow/subcribe to be kept up to date when latest episodes drop.

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