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On episode 152, I was joined by Yon Mon to discuss his debut solo album You Bedda Believe It, forthcoming live dates with Yogi G and The Family Tree, the lost The Stone Roses B-side, the current indie scene, Oasis and much more!Yon Mon Socials

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On episode 151 of the podcast, I was delighted to be joined by James and Ethan from Sheffield indie rockers CRUZ.

Over the course of the podcast, we chatted all

🎶 The story behind the brand new single, Hold On and its live B-side California

🏟 Selling out The Leadmill and gearing up for Network Sheffield in November

🎪 Headlining the This Feeling tent at Y Not Festival

🌊Looking ahead to playing the iconic Bridlington Spa later this month (and which band member will be taking a dip on the sea)

🏝️And what band member would last longest on a desert island

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29th August: By The Sea Festival: This Feeling

30th August: RocknRoll Circus:

27th September: Gathering Sounds:

8th November: Network:

13th February 2026 - Birmingham 02 Institute 3 (Sold Out)

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For episode 150, I was joined by Adam Thompsett of The 355s to chat about the bands new single “Sometimes” — which just charted at #7 in the UK Physical Singles Chart, landing above new drops from #oasis and #thebeatles
Adam also shared the story behind their debut EP hitting #11 in the charts, their support for mental health charity 856 Foundation, and why they’re flying the flag for raw, DIY indie rock.
And if that wasn’t enough find out which former drummer of #oasis joined them for a jam at the iconic Rockfield Studios

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For episode 149 I was joined by  @samleyden  who is carving out a name for himself in Liverpool. Over the course of today’s game episode, we will get the lowdown on Sam’s new single Colorado; playing the songwriter showcase, songwritings, musical influences and much more.

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For episode 148 I was Glasgow Rock’n’rollers Hazy Sundays.  Over the course of today’s episode we are going to chat about the bands stunning debut album Chaos in Harmony, crowdfunding, album launch shows and much more!!

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For episode 147 I was joined by Maze, to discuss their brand single "I Know You Know" releasing their music on vinyl for the first time, album 2, live music, which band member is the biggest 'Mod' and much more

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Introducing the Rise Of The Indie Artists show - The Oasis Edition!

With the nation in a midst of an Oasis fever, join ThisIsTheMusic, as I select songs from across the Manchester legends 7 studio albums and B-sides. Expect stories behind the songs, personal highlights and even mention of books written about the band.

Let us know your favourite Oasis tracks in the comments and where you are seeing them this summer!

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For episode 146 I was joined by Michael Robert Murphy, to discuss his stunning debut album "Chaos Magick", working with legends of the British indie scene, artwork, live plans, top 3 favourite albums of all time and much more!

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For episode 145 I was joined by Bolton newbies The Radio Addicts, to chat about their explosive debut single, "Scroll My Life Away", the surreal moment of meeting Bruce Springsteen, and there’s even an exclusive announcement about their upcoming second single and EP launch show!

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For episode 144, I was joined by rising solo artist, Adam Thomas Hughes to discuss his latest single Left Behind (Kid), his musical journey so far, headlining the iconic Dead Institute in Manchester in July and those Ryan Breslin (The Ks) comments.

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🎧 Left Behind (Kid)

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