Rephonic
Artwork for The Rep Shift
Live Music Industry
Tour Management
Mental Health
Grassroots Music Venues
Music Venue Trust
Event Management
Live Music
Covid-19 Impact
Touring Challenges
Stage Management
Community Ownership
Music Industry
Gig Stories
Brighton
Crisis Management
Promoters
Biffy Clyro
The Cure
Glastonbury
Covid-19

A podcast about the live music industry.

Join Chris Lowe and Tom Brain as they dive into the world of live shows and the touring industry. They'll be joined by guests including promoters, reps, tour managers and agents to discuss the weird and wonderful ongoings of life in the live industry.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes33Founded2 years ago
Categories
Music InterviewsMusic CommentaryMusic

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for The Rep Shift

Latest Episodes

As we say goodbye to Jacko and this season of the rep shift we’re incredibly excited to be joined by the singer of The Xcerts - Murray who has just celebrated 10 years of their brilliant record There Is Only You.

Murray talks to us about starting a ... more

Chris and Jacko in the penultimate episode of the series welcome Lara Bothe to The Rep Shift. A current London resident Lara has made her way from watching bands in the local pub called “Die Rose” in Elchesheim-Illingen, Germany to working some prett... more

Jamie Ford set up the promotions company Honeymooner in Southampton and has bought some of the most exciting bands to the south coast. Learning his trade with Ricky at The Joiners he talks to Chris and Jacko about the life of a new promoter learning ... more

Saving lives by day, putting on rock shows at night. Joe Booley is holding it down and talks us through setting up a record label Bethshalom records, putting on shows in Aldershot and the importance of making a local scene to build profile to then tu... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Recent Guests

Murray McLeod
Lead singer of The Xcerts
The Xcerts
Episode: S3 Ep 10 - Murray's Field of Dreams
Joe Booley
Booking agent at Atonal Music Agency and promoter at Bethshalom Records
Atonal Music Agency
Episode: S3 Ep 7 - Joe's Great Responsibility
Chris Chadwick
Artist and producer manager, founder of Famous Friends, with extensive experience in live music production and management.
Famous Friends
Episode: S3 Ep 5 - Chris’s Final Countdown
Graeme Nash
Promoter's rep with extensive experience in live music
Episode: S3 Ep 4 - Graeme Calls Time
Caitlin Ford
Event promoter and freelance music industry professional
Freelancer, previously Televise Promotion
Episode: S3 Ep 2 - It's just not your day Caitlin
Elliott Andrews
Tour manager and former session drummer
Episode: S2 Ep 9: Elliott’s Quick Getaway
Paul Edwards
A veteran of the live music industry and a current mental health nursing student.
The Priory
Episode: S2 Ep 7: Paul Talks Mental Health
Debbie Clare
Booking agent with experience in managing live careers of various artists.
Littlebig
Episode: S2 Ep 5: Debbie - RETREAT! RETREAT!
Alex Murray
Runs a company called Form, focusing on live music promotion.
Form
Episode: S1 EP: 11 - Alex's Imposter Syndrome

Hosts

Chris Lowe
Co-host with extensive experience in the live music scene, sharing insights and engaging stories from behind the curtain of live shows and events.
Tom Brain
Co-host with a passion for the intricacies of live music production and management, contributing humor and depth to discussions about the industry.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 28 ratings
  • Brilliant & hilarious

    Absolutely love this podcast!

    As someone who works in the live music industry, this is a fantastic, accurate and genuinely hilarious insight into all the goings on behind the curtain.

    A must listen to anyone who likes music, especially those who work in it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JBeans87
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • An absolute must.

    If you work in the gig industry or want to know more about the hard work that goes on behind the scenes to make gigs happen, then this is for you!✌️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pauliemuss
    United Kingdoma year ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners laud the podcast for its authentic and humorous insights into the live music industry.
The engaging storytelling by industry professionals brings a fresh perspective to the often-overlooked roles behind live performances.
Reviewers recommend it as a must-listen for anyone wanting to understand the gig economy and the work that goes into producing live events.
Many appreciate the candid discussions about the challenges faced in the industry, making it a relatable listen.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

S2 Ep 5: Debbie - RETREAT! RETREAT!
Q: What advice would you give to someone looking to become an agent?
Debbie advises aspiring agents to get involved with bands, organize events, and gain practical experience while emphasizing the importance of being organized and committed.
S2 Ep 5: Debbie - RETREAT! RETREAT!
Q: How did you get into the game? What was your journey up to the point of being an agent?
Debbie shares her path from being a musician to eventually becoming a booking agent, detailing her experiences in various roles before settling into agency work.
S2 Ep 2: Ade Goes Green
Q: What advice do you have for anyone looking to get into live events?
Ade advises against working hungover and emphasizes the importance of balancing work and life for mental health.
S2 Ep 2: Ade Goes Green
Q: How did you get into the music industry?
Ade shares his journey starting from being in a band to working as a promoter and eventually managing venues.
S1.5 Ep 1: Ryan Balch's Alt Bad Day
Q: How did you find that first one, Ryan, in terms of like, it's your own money, right?
Ryan mentions starting with a student loan and taking risks by investing in shows, noting that he didn't break even for the first two years.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About The Rep Shift

What is The Rep Shift about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focused primarily on the intricacies and behind-the-scenes stories of the live music industry, a variety of topics are covered, including touring challenges, artist management, and festival operations. Hosts frequently engage with industry professionals, from tour managers to artists and promoters, discussing their unique experiences and insights regarding life in the fast-paced environment of live music. Listeners can expect a blend of humor, personal anecdotes, and serious discussions around the evolution of the music scene, making this an essential resource for anyone interested in the live music sector.

Where can I find podcast stats for The Rep Shift?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for The Rep Shift. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to The Rep Shift and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does The Rep Shift get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for The Rep Shift, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for The Rep Shift?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for The Rep Shift, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does The Rep Shift have?

To see how many followers or subscribers The Rep Shift has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to The Rep Shift?

These podcasts share a similar audience with The Rep Shift:

1. THE ADAM BUXTON PODCAST
2. The Louis Theroux Podcast

How many episodes of The Rep Shift are there?

The Rep Shift launched 2 years ago and published 33 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact The Rep Shift?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for The Rep Shift?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for The Rep Shift from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for The Rep Shift?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of The Rep Shift. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on The Rep Shift?

Recent guests on The Rep Shift include:

1. Murray McLeod
2. Joe Booley
3. Chris Chadwick
4. Graeme Nash
5. Caitlin Ford
6. Elliott Andrews
7. Paul Edwards
8. Debbie Clare

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days