🎙️ Welcome to another episode of the ThisIsTheMusic Meets Podcast! 🎙️ In this episode, I'm joined by Aiden and Jacko from  @The_Crooks  to chat about an exciting new chapter for the band.Following their return with Madness, The Crooks are back with their brand new single Always, and they're also preparing to release their eagerly anticipated second EP.We discuss:🎸 The return after a 15-month break🎶 The story behind Always💿 Recording the new EP in Glasgow with producer Chris Marshall and capturing the band's live energy in the studio🎤 Their upcoming UK headline tour this September and October⚽ Plus, a bit of England World Cup chat!If you're a fan of indie music, emerging artists and discovering the stories behind the bands making waves across the UK, this is the podcast for you.

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They only formed in late 2025, but Movin’ On are already building serious momentum.This week on the ThisIsTheMusic Meets Podcast, I’m joined by the north west 4-piece to talk about their journey so far — from releasing two standout singles to earning a growing reputation for energetic live shows.

We chat about the story behind Absolutely and latest release How We Used To, the songwriting process, what they’ve learned since forming and where they want to take the band next.

We also dive into a chance meeting with Johnny Marr and his endorsement of their debut single, plus discuss the importance of live music, upcoming headline shows at Manchester Off The Square, the role social media plays for emerging artists today, reviewing Liverpool's season and World Cup predicitions!

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🎙️ ThisIsTheMusic Meets Podcast – The Kowloons 🎙️

For this episode of the ThisIsTheMusic Meets Podcast, I’m joined by Liverpool 4-piece The Kowloons — a band building serious momentum and quickly establishing themselves as one of the most exciting names on the emerging indie scene.

Fresh from releasing their debut EP Hallelujah and signing with Modern Sky, we sit down to talk about the journey so far, the moments that have shaped the band and what comes next.

In this episode we discuss:

🎸 The creation and stories behind debut EP Hallelujah
📀 Signing to Modern Sky and what it means for the future
🌹 Being part of the tribute night for Stone Roses legend Mani
🎶 The bands and records that influenced their sound

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This week on the ThisIsTheMusic Meets Podcast, I’m joined by Suffolk solo artist Connor Adams.

Connor joins the podcast following the release of his debut EP Traffic Lights, a record that blends anthemic indie rock with honest storytelling and has already gained support from John Kennedy and BBC Introducing.

We discuss the making of the EP, the response to tracks including Freaking Out and Rush Hour, selling out his launch show at The Lower Third in London, appearing on Justin Hawkins Rides Again and supporting The Darkness.

We also look ahead to a huge summer with performances at Halo Festival and the Isle of Wight Festival on the This Feeling stage, plus Connor’s upcoming headline shows and what’s next.

If you enjoy discovering emerging artists early — this episode is for you.

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On Episode 175 of the ThisIsTheMusic Meets Podcast, Mark is joined by one of the UK’s most exciting emerging indie bands — The Cases.

The band discuss their rapid rise through the indie scene, signing with This Feeling Records in partnership with LAB Records, the release of their self-titled debut EP, upcoming live shows in Birmingham and Sheffield, and their ambitions heading into festival season.

With over 1.4 million Spotify streams already behind them, The Cases are quickly becoming one of the most talked about young bands on the indie circuit.

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On Episode 174 of the ThisIsTheMusic Meets Podcast, I was joined by Shines, the Grimsby indie 4-piece fresh off the release of their latest single Late For Days and the release of it's B-Side The Falling Of The Horse.

We dive into a huge start to 2026, with the release of ame Streets Different Ghosts, Valentine, and Late For Days — and ask whether this run hints at something bigger on the horizon.

The band also talk about the creative process behind their music and videos, what it’s like playing live, and their excitement ahead of festival appearances this year.

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pisode 173 of the ThisIsTheMusic meets podcast features Maze and Peter Azzopardi ahead of their huge co-headline show at Scala on May 15th.

We dive into how the show came together, what it means to headline such an iconic London venue, and why this moment feels so important for both artists.

Maze discuss their brand new single “I’ve Got A Feeling” and upcoming album All Bets Are Off, while Peter Azzopardi reflects on his debut album Our City Changes At Night and new single “The Wrong Side of 40”, alongside a deeper look at “Walk Away Jack”.

There’s also a great moment where both artists give their thoughts on each other’s music — giving a real sense of the respect and energy within the scene right now.

If you’re looking to discover your next favourite artist — this is the episode for you.

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On Episode 172 of the ThisIsTheMusic Meets Podcast, I’m joined by North West five-piece  ⁨@TheHighNines1⁩  The High Nines — a band that are seriously on the rise.We dive into their brand new single “Stop The World”, their self-titled debut album — which landed in the ThisIsTheMusic Top 20 Albums of 2025 — and the story behind the band getting back together after an 8-year hiatus.We also chat football, including Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur, alongside everything happening around the band right now.If you’re into your indie with energy, attitude, and proper momentum — this is a band you need to be across.

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On Episode 171 Jesse James from iC1s joins me on the ThisIsTheMusic Meets Podcast to talk their new single Outta Reach, the music video, and their huge Deaf Institute headline show in Manchester.

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On episode 170 of the ThisIsTheMusic Meets podcast, I caught up with Ryan from All The Young to talk about their brand new single "Another" Way, their journey from major label beginnings, and their latest UK tour.

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