
The StageLeft Podcast lifts the veil on the music industry by telling the stories of those with a unique vantage point. We talk to the unsung heroes behind the success and help young musicians going into an ever complex industry by gleaning advice about the working practices of the the greats from those who were in close proximity when the magic was being made.
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| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 143 | Founded | 11 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ArtsPerforming ArtsMusic | |||

Join us as Colin MacIntyre of Mull Historical Society shares insights into the psychology of songwriting, album creation, collaboration with authors, and the importance of storytelling in music and literature.
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- The emotional journey o... more
They say never meet your heroes. How about interviewing them? Having travelled up and down the UK with mates, skipping train barriers and the like to get to the majestic Secret Guerrilla style Gigs in his late teens, Chris gets to interview the man w... more
On this episode of The StageLeft Podcast, Chris Simpson sits down with Jack Bates — bassist for Smashing Pumpkins and Peter Hook & The Light — to discuss the reality of stepping into one of music’s most iconic musical legacies.
From balancing tours ... more
“We stepped onto the Pyramid Stage and realised… they were just people doing the same thing as us.”
If Amber from The Japanese House hadn't shut her fingers in a door, would Willy Bish be where he is now?
Multi-instrumentalist Willy Bishop joins T... more
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Behind-the-scenes conversations with seasoned music industry insiders and performers, focusing on the real-world craft, touring realities, and business aspects that shape long careers. Listeners get candid insights into songwriting, live production, studio dynamics, and the balancing act between art and commercial pressures, often illustrated with memorable anecdotes from major tours and landmark records. The show tends to feature veterans and rising professionals who offer practical guidance for aspiring musicians, ranging from logistics and collaboration to budgeting and personal resilience. A notable strength is its ability to pull back the curtain on the industry through intimate, process-focused interviews that emphasize longevity, cra... more
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Recent guests on The StageLeft Podcast include:
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2. Jack Bates
3. Willy Bish
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7. Steve Cropper
8. Christian Madden
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