
Life Begins at Forte is THE podcast for songwriters over 'a certain' age. We have teamed up with a whole host of musicians who have followed their dreams a little later in life. Tune in to hear their story and listen to some great original music along the way.
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 12 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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In this episode I chat with singer/songwriter Matt Hill, 52, formerly knowns as The Quiet Loner.
Matt teaches songwriting to all sorts of groups from people in prison, to homeless people, teenagers and even elderly people suffering dementia.
He t... more
Guitarist and musician Nick Cody began songwriting in his mid fifties after picking up a ukulele for the first time. From that moment onwards he set off on a journey of exploration and experimentation, collaborating with other artists and finding way... more
In this episode singer/songwriter/poet Steve White shares his punk approach to songwriting and reveals where the real magic of performing lies.
You can find out more about Steve and his band here...protestfamily.com
To support Steve's fundr... more
Singer/songwriter James Bisset started his musical journey in a seventies Christian rock band, known as Caedmon. Since then he has played in various bands and styles with one mission in mind - he just wants people to have fun.
In this episode he talk... more
This week I chat with Scottish singer/songwriter Findlay Napier. Findlay is a man who likes to keep busy. As well as teaching songwriting at various retreats, he runs Glasgow Songwriting Festival, teaches ukulele, performs solo and with various other... more
This week I take a trip down memory lane to my childhood home, where singer/songwriter Stevie Agnew performs regularly. Stevie's dad, Pete, was the bass player in the 70s rock band, Nazareth. Here, Stevie tells me what it was like to grow up with a r... more
This week, Life Begins at Forte records a live gig in Harrogate, North Yorkshire, with songwriting duo Boo Hewerdine and Brooks Williams (The State of the Union).
Boo Hewerdine (80's rock band The Bible) is a singer/songwriter, mentor and producer... more
Leeds-based musician, Stellar Anderson, 50, explains how a medical diagnosis freed her up to find the voice she had hidden for over thirty years, for fear it didn't 'fit' with what society wanted to hear.
In an incredibly candid interview, complete w... more
Ive been really enjoying this. Interesting guests and ideas explored. I like the format too with peoples songs forming part of it.
Great content , great person , great time listening. It’s a yes from me
It’s a fantastic opportunity to listen to interviews and original music from those over forty. Music and talent is timeless as showcased by the host, Andrea. I could listen to her all day. Love the podcast!
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Apple Podcasts | #135 |










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