Song Stories
Gavin SimpsonIt's all about the song. We talk about influential songs with our guests and explore songwriting stories. If you're interested in how songs are written and how songs help make memories we think you'll like this show. Hosted by Gavin Simpson (@sourfishmusic)
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 26 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Categories | MusicMusic InterviewsMusic Commentary | ||||
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Raymond was a great guest and shared insight into his songwriting process. He also shares some of the wisdom gained from the incredible projects he's worked on and artists he's worked with. Three things we learn from this week episode include:
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Tom McGuire, lead singer and songwriter from Tom & The Brassholes talks us through the stories behind their hit songs:
• Super Solid Soul Vehicle
• Ric Flair
• Get Out
• The Ballad of MC Sickboy
• Caveman
Find out in the show exactly how Tom goes f... more
This weeks episode with Damien Mcfly catch up includes:
1. How Damien composes cover songs such as his 3.5m streamed Hey Brother
2. The stories behind his hit songs including Vega, Underneath my Skin and Behind you
3. Why he goes by h... more
On this episode we speak with all band members of The K's; Jamie Boyle, Dexter Baker, Ryan Breslin and Jordan Holden. We discuss the stories behind their songs; Aurora , Valley One, Got a Feeling, TV and Sarajevo.
We also find out about why they'r... more
This episode's guest is Rick Witter from Shed 7. He talks openly about Shed 7's songs's and how they were formed. We talk about their latest album Instant pleasures and what Rick thinks has made Shed 7 continue to sell out arenas today.
Three amazi... more
This episode's guest Joshua was super fun. He's friendly, entertaining and has written some great songs. Three amazing things from the show are:
1. The stories behind his hit songs Edinburgh and Transparent
2. How Joshua hustled his way to ... more
We catch up with the fantastic Ben McKelvey we cover the stories behind his songs; Johnny and June, Stronger, Life before You, Morning I'm Gone and the aptly timed Resolutions.
Three other great thing we learn about are in the show are:
1. The ... more
In this episode we speak to Andrew on the stories behind his hit songs Waiting for the Rain, It's Gonna Get Better and Where's My Family Gone.
We also chat about Andrew's journey as an aspiring songwriter and artist from penning songs as a 16 year o... more
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- Song Stories - Chris Helme
Gavin Simpson presents another 5 Star podcast, this time with Seahorse’s Frontman Chris Helme! Fantastic interview. Catch it now!
Apple Podcasts5LJ Loves Music
United Kingdom6 years ago - Great pod
Just listened to the shambolics and Johnny brown pods. Great insight into how they work and how they’ve got to where they’ve got to... looking forward to Johnnys acoustic album!
Apple Podcasts5Speller1985United Kingdom6 years ago - Interesting insights from fascinating people
Really great interviews and discussions with very interesting musicians and music industry people. Nice listen!
Apple Podcasts5jjfizzleUnited Kingdom6 years ago Great interviews. Relaxed chat, interesting guests and stories. Looking forward to more episodes.
Podcast Addict56 years agolaura_barnet- What do you say podcast
Was great to listen and looking forward to hearing more of Gavin aka Sourfish
Apple Podcasts5LadyU84United Kingdom6 years ago - Amanda Palmer
Really good compilation style interview. Amanda came over as a perceptive and down to earth person. Really liked her self depreciating tale of the worst gig ever.
Apple Podcasts4StraumseyUnited Kingdom6 years ago - I say it's great!!
Enjoyable listen, fans of new music should check it out.
Apple Podcasts5petesimpson89United Kingdom6 years ago - Interesting listen
Great show, interesting guest and look fwd to hearing more.
Apple Podcasts5Caithness whistlerUnited Kingdom6 years ago - What Do you Say Podcast..
Gavin Simpson (a.k.a Sourfish whose new EP of the same title is out soon), is an excellent presenter who engages well with
Amanda Palmer in this latest podcast. Both Gavin and his guest Amanda Palmer have such charisma which held my interest to listen. Well worth checking out! 5 stars.
Apple Podcasts5LJ Loves MusicUnited Kingdom6 years ago
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