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ICMP RADAR PodcastEP13: Georgia Winter | InterviewIn this episode of RADAR, James is joined by Georgia Winter, a producer, writer and drummer based in London. The pair talked about Georgia’s journey into drumming, working in production music and the process of collaboration.RADAR - https://linktr.ee/icmpradarGeorgia Winter - https://linktr.ee/GeorgiaWinterJames Arlington - https://linktr.ee/jatmes
2024-12-0428 min
The Martin Talk ShowPhoenix - Edidion - UNCUT #306Singer | Songwriter🎙️ Welcome to Episode 306 of BTS Creative Academy, hosted by me, Martin Colton! This episode is a powerful dive into the world of music, dance, and pure creative energy with my extraordinary guest, singer-songwriter Edidion 🎶🔥. Recorded live at The Megaro Hotel, this conversation peels back the layers of Edidion's journey—an electrifying entertainer with undeniable talent, captivating moves, and an inspiring voice. He’s not just a performer; Edidion is an artist on a mission to uplift, inspire, and create a legacy that’s unforgettable 🌟.Born and raised in London, Edidion carries his Nigerian roots proudly, even in his name, Edidiong-A...
2024-11-271h 02
ICMP RADAR PodcastEP12: Sean Arkless | InterviewIn this episode of RADAR, James is joined by Sean Arkless, an artist, audio engineer and business owner based in London. The pair talked about the conception of his project management company SJARK (with Lasse Corus), his time as a songwriter at ICMP and his recent endeavours in musical theatre.RADAR - https://linktr.ee/icmpradarSean Arkless - https://www.instagram.com/seanarklessJames Arlington - https://linktr.ee/jatmes
2024-11-0633 min
ICMP RADAR PodcastEP11: Macie Nyah | InterviewWelcome to a brand new series of RADAR. In this episode, James is joined by Macie Nyah, a pop singer-songwriter based in London. The pair talked about the release of her latest single ‘On My Side’, the challenges faced by independent artists and their dream musical comebacks.RADAR - https://linktr.ee/icmpradarMacie Nyah - https://linktr.ee/macienyahJames Arlington - https://linktr.ee/jatmes
2024-09-2533 min
ICMP RADAR PodcastEP10: Victoria Dell | InterviewIn this episode of RADAR, James is joined by Victoria Dell, a singer-songwriter and make-up artist born in Switzerland and based in London. The pair talked about the release of her latest single 'Love Is Not Enough', moving to the UK to study music and her experience as an independent artist playing shows in London.RADAR - https://linktr.ee/icmpradarVictoria Dell - https://www.instagram.com/victoriadell._/James Arlington - https://linktr.ee/jatmes
2024-04-3028 min
What's Next?What's Next? Cora • Social Media Manager and SongwriterCora graduated from ICMP's BA Songwriting course and now works at as a Social Media ManagerIn this episode, Cora chats through handling your finances, balancing work and music and working in the creative field. Key advice for creatives from Cora: "I would always encourage everyone to try out different things. Try different genres, try different styles [...] It teaches you different things."
2024-04-2418 min
What's Next?What's Next? Isaac • Music Marketing StrategistIsaac graduated from ICMP's BA Creative Musicianship and now works at a major label as part of their Digital TeamIn this episode, Isaac chats through being a self starter, working relationships and chasing your curiosity. Key advice for creatives from Isaac: "Chase your curiosity first, because that'll lead you to your passions [...] There's always a direction to go"'
2024-04-1028 min
Music Industry Insights Worldwide: Shaping Equality & Diversity in Music & EntertainmentJenn Clempner - What Is It Like Being A Female In Artist Development & Further Higher Education Teacher?Send us a textJenn is a Music Industry Professional, Musician, Educator and PhD Candidate with over 16 years experience in the Music and Creative Arts Industry. She has a background in theatre arts and performance, as an actor, vocalist, instrumentalist and touring session musician. Her career began as a session keys player for The Hoosiers (Sony BMG, 2007), launching a touring career across UK, Europe and USA, performing at festivals, on TV and Radio. Jenn is also a freelance singer-pianist, big band vocalist, and MD.Within her role as Curriculum Lead for Artist Development on the...
2024-04-0830 min
What's Next?What's Next? Evangelista • Songwriter & AssistantEvangelista graduated from ICMP's BA Songwriting and now works as a songwriter and personal assistant for an artist managerIn this episode, Evangelista chats through navigating working life after graduating, not being afraid to start over and making connections. Key advice for creatives from Evangelista: "Meet as many people as possible [...] It's a very people focused industries and opportunities come from people and friends. [...] Music is a really important part of it - but so are the connections'
2024-03-2714 min
ICMP RADAR PodcastEP9: Davide Mura | InterviewIn this episode of RADAR, James Arlington is joined by Davide Mura, a social media specialist and international BA (Hons) Music Business and Entrepreneurship student. The pair talked about moving to London, working in content creation and the difficulties of earning a living as an independent artist.RADAR - https://linktr.ee/icmpradarDavide Mura - https://www.instagram.com/davidemura_James Arlington - https://linktr.ee/jatmes
2024-03-2736 min
Talking TherapyClare from ICMP (Musicians & Wellbeing)This time we’re talking with Clare, one of the Mental Health and Wellbeing team at ICMP, the Institute of Contemporary Music Performance in London. We’ll hear how and Clare and her team help some young people with being away from home for the first time in their lives, how they help them handle being in an environment of musical excellence and the pressure of taking the first steps in an ever-changing business which had to rebuild after the Covid pandemic.Institute of Contemporary Music Performancehttps://www.icmp.ac.uk...
2024-03-1922 min
What's Next?What's Next? Chris • Session MusicianChris graduated from ICMP's Masters programme and now works as a session musicianIn this episode, Chris chats through balancing work and life, as well as building your skills as a session musicianKey advice for creatives from Chris: 'Regardless of how much they're paying you, you sometimes have to make a judgement whether you can physically or mentally be able to be prepared for it'.
2024-03-1325 min
What's Next?What's Next? Danielle • SongwriterDanielle graduated from ICMP's Higher Diploma in Music Performance and now works as a songwriterIn this episode, Danielle chats through navigating the music industry and building your skills as a songwriterKey advice for creatives from Danielle: 'Don't let excuses stop you from moving forward in the game'
2024-02-2822 min
ICMP RADAR PodcastEP8: Emanuela | InterviewIn this episode of RADAR, James Arlington is joined by Emanuela, an artist, singer-songwriter and session vocalist. The pair talked about the release of her latest single ‘Boy Like You’, moving to London to study music and bringing her ideas to life with her band.RADAR - https://linktr.ee/icmpradarEmanuela - https://linktr.ee/emanuelacmusicJames Arlington - https://linktr.ee/jatmes
2024-02-2130 min
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2024-02-1641 min
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2024-02-1641 min
What's Next?What's Next? Peter • ProducerPeter graduated from ICMP's BA Creative Music Production and now works as a producerIn this episode, Peter chats through navigating the producing world though collaboration and networking.Key advice for creatives from Peter: “If you’re brave enough and you really want to make your way into the industry, make yourself known.”
2024-02-1421 min
What's Next?What's Next? Diego • Sound DesignerDiego graduated from ICMP's BMus Popular Music Performance and now works as a sound designerIn this episode, Diego chats through widening his creative horizons and the world of a Sound Designer. Key advice for creatives from Diego: "Not doing what I thought I wanted to do gave me the opportunity to do other things, widen my horizons and improve my skillset."
2024-01-3124 min
What's Next?What's Next? Natalie • Artist / Singer / BaristaNatalie graduated from ICMP's BA Creative Musicianship and now works as a artist, performer and part-time barista.In this episode, Natalie chats through balancing music and work, performing and becoming an artist. Key advice for creatives from Natalie: 'It's fine to change plans [...] it's about what you want to do with your life. I don't think there's a big rush to figure things out'
2024-01-1026 min
What's Next?What's Next? Joy • Teacher / ArtistJoy graduated from ICMP's MA Songwriting and now works as a music teacher, and an artist. In this episode, Joy chats through juggling different creative jobs successfully and managing your time effectively. Key advice for creatives from Joy: 'Just create. I spent way too many years being afraid to put my stuff out there and I kept comparing myself to other music producers. [...] Don't worry about anyone else, if you want something done, do it yourself.'
2023-12-0619 min
What's Next?What's Next? Marika • Music Publishing AssistantMarika graduated from ICMP's BA Music Business and Entrepreneurship and now works as a music publishing assistantIn this episode, Marika chats through their new internship and applying for jobs after graduation Key advice for creatives from Marika: For interviews, prepare questions and let your personality shine through.
2023-11-2211 min
What's Next?What's Next? Carolina • Client Ticketing ManagerCarolina graduated from ICMP's MMus Popular Music Performance and now works as a client ticketing managerIn this episode, Carolina chats through her day-to-day, working as part of a team and more.Key advice for creatives from Carolina: Have lots of different approaches to being creative, you go home and try one, if that isn't working, try another.
2023-11-0822 min
What's Next?What's Next? Christine • Project ManagerChristine graduated from ICMP's BA Creative Musicianship and now works as a project manager In this episode, Christine chats through working multiple jobs and disciplines, finding internships, apprenticeships and more.Key advice for creatives from Christine: 'I was scared to go into different places [...] Being open is the biggest thing that will help you.'
2023-10-2511 min
What's Next?What's Next? Thiago • Songwriter / Teacher / ArtistThiago graduated from ICMP's MA Songwriting and now works as a songwriting teacher, freelance musician and technician. In this episode, Thiago chats through his transition from education to employment and working through the highs and lows of life after graduating. Key advice for creatives from Thiago: As soon you start trusting your process of this 'who I am, this is what I do' [...] then you create your own version of success and your own version of being happy.
2023-10-1126 min
ICMP RADAR PodcastEP5: Mario D'Angela | InterviewIn this episode of RADAR, James is joined by Mario D’Angela - a London born and raised session drummer, writer and producer. Mario discussed his journey into session work, his placement at PRS and working at Reading Festival over the summer.RADAR - https://linktr.ee/icmpradarMario D’Angela - https://linktr.ee/mariodangelaJames Arlington - https://linktr.ee/jatmes
2023-09-2035 min
ICMP RADAR PodcastEP5: Mario D'Angela | TrailerThis is RADAR, the all-new music podcast showcasing the creative output at ICMP. In each episode, we’re joined by artists, students and industry professionals to take an in-depth look into their musical journey, as well as the projects that they’re passionate about.Hosted by artist/producer James Arlington, the series is supported by questions submitted by students through social media, many of whom suggest guests and topics to be covered in future episodes.In this episode, due for release on Weds 20th September 2023, James is joined by Mari...
2023-09-1800 min
ICMP RADAR PodcastEP4: Jaz Beeson | InterviewIn this episode, James is joined by Jaz Beeson - a London-based songwriter, artist and producer. A self-proclaimed internet addict, renowned people pleaser (and Yorkshire pudding enthusiast), Jaz discussed the release of her latest single ‘Peugeot 205’, as well as her new events company ‘Peachy’.RADAR - https://linktr.ee/icmpradarJaz Beeson - https://linktr.ee/jazbeesonJames Arlington - https://linktr.ee/jatmes
2023-08-1629 min
ICMP RADAR PodcastEpisode 4: Jaz Beeson | TrailerThis is RADAR, the all-new music podcast showcasing the creative output at ICMP. In each episode, we’re joined by artists, students and industry professionals to take an in-depth look into their musical journey, as well as the projects that they’re passionate about.Hosted by artist/producer James Arlington, the series is supported by questions submitted by students through social media, many of whom suggest guests and topics to be covered in future episodes.In this episode, due for release on Weds 16th August 2023, James is joined by Jaz...
2023-08-1400 min
ICMP RADAR PodcastS1 EP3: Somber Discos | InterviewIn this episode of the RADAR podcast, James is joined by Killian Glemas - a London-based gig promoter, artist booker and talent manager. Through his company Somber Discos, Killian puts on a variety of genres at venues across London and Brighton.The two discuss how the events company began, Killian's journey into music and his introduction to artist management. If you're a London/Brighton based independent artist looking to start playing shows, be sure to get in touch.https://linktr.ee/icmpradarSomber Discos - https://linktr.ee/somberdiscosJames Arlington...
2023-07-1933 min
ICMP RADAR PodcastEpisode 3: Somber Discos | TrailerThis is RADAR, the all-new music podcast showcasing the creative output at ICMP. In each episode, we’re joined by artists, students and industry professionals to take an in-depth look into their musical journey, as well as the projects that they’re passionate about.Hosted by artist/producer James Arlington, the series is often supported by questions submitted by students, many of whom suggest guests and topics to be covered in future episodes.In this episode, due for release on Weds 19th July 2023, James is joined by Killian Glemas - a Lo...
2023-07-1700 min
What's Next?What's Next? Lauren Moore • Radio PresenterLauren graduated from ICMP's BA Music Business programme and now works as a radio presenter for BBC Cymru.In this episode, Lauren chats through her transition from education to employment, working through the highs and lows of life after graduating. Key advice for creatives from Lauren: It always works itself out, so don't put too much pressure on yourself when things don't go right straight away - just take advantage of every opportunity you're given.Find out more about Lauren
2023-04-2615 min
ICMP RADAR PodcastS1 EP2: Tay Grace H | InterviewIn this episode of the RADAR Podcast, James is joined by Tay Grace H - a London-based session bassist, producer/composer and music director. Inspired by acts like Butcher Brown, Nik West, Kiefer and Jaco Pastorius, Tay discusses the release of her upcoming EP ‘Thank You Amah’, as well as her journey into session work.https://linktr.ee/icmpradarTay Grace H - https://linktr.ee/TayGraceHJames Arlington - https://linktr.ee/jatmes
2023-04-1939 min
ICMP RADAR PodcastEpisode 2: Tay Grace H | TrailerThis is RADAR, the all-new music podcast created by ICMP’s Radio & Podcast Society. In each episode, we’re joined by artists, students and industry professionals to take an in-depth look into their musical journey, as well as the projects that they’re passionate about.Hosted by artist/producer James Arlington, the series is supported by questions submitted by members of the society, many of whom suggest guests and topics to be covered in future episodes.In this episode, due for release on Weds 19th April 2023, James is joined by Tay Grace H - a Lond...
2023-04-1700 min
What's Next?What's Next? Ben McConnachie • Freelance Content Creator for CreativesBen graduated from ICMP's BA Creative Musicianship programme and now works as a freelance content creator for creatives.In this episode, Ben chats through his transition from education to employment and how he developed a foundation during his time studying, allowing him to focus his career in creative spaces. He also discussed using all the skills you have to work with your peers and the positivity in 'failing upwards'. Key advice for creatives: test out ideas to learn what works and what doesn't to drive your work forwards.Find out more about Ben
2023-04-1211 min
What's Next?What's Next? David Boyden • Freelance Songwriter & TutorDavid graduated from the MA Songwriting programme at ICMP and now works as a freelance writer and guitar/songwriting private teacher.David talks through his transition from education to employment and how he developed a foundation of tuition work, allowing him to focus his career entirely on music. He also discussed the need to understand the breadth of the industry and the benefits of cross-pollinating whilst networking, introducing your contacts to one another can be just as fruitful as finding new contacts. Key advice for songwriters, don't pigeonhole yourself within your writing and neglect the o...
2023-03-2213 min
ICMP RADAR PodcastS1 EP1: Minerva | InterviewIn the first episode of RADAR, James is joined by Minerva, a London-based rock band made up of past and present students from ICMP. Inspired by the likes of Nothing But Thieves, Muse and Badflower, the band discuss the release of their debut EP ‘Bloodshot Eyes’, the technical side of their live setup and what’s next for the four-piece.https://linktr.ee/icmpradarMinerva - https://linktr.ee/minerva.the.bandJames Arlington - https://linktr.ee/jatmes
2023-03-1527 min
What's Next?What's Next? Cristy Taviner • Licensing AssistantCristy graduated from the BA Music Business programme at ICMP and now works at Festival Republic as a Licensing Assistant.Key tips, work/volunteer throughout your studies, take advantage of the Industry Hub Team, and don't forget to transition your key contacts (from your Uni inbox) to your personal email account when you graduate!Find out more about Cristy
2023-03-0814 min
ICMP RADAR PodcastEpisode 1: Minerva | TrailerWelcome to RADAR. In each episode, we’re joined by artists, students and industry professionals to take an in-depth look into their musical journey, as well as the projects that they’re passionate about.Hosted by artist/producer James Arlington, the first episode, due for release on Weds 15th March 2023, sees James interview Minerva - a London-based rock band made up of past and present students from ICMP. Minerva - https://linktr.ee/minerva.the.bandJames Arlington - https://linktr.ee/jatmes
2023-03-0300 min
What's Next?What's next? Josh Kye • Musician / Artist / Producer / TeacherMA Songwriting graduate Josh discusses his transition from study to employment, including how an opportunity with Lambeth Music Services opened doors and reignited further areas of his expansive portfolio career. Josh also gives his key advice on life after university - don't let life overwhelm you... make a plan, keep up with your craft, push yourself out of your comfort zone and build meaningful relationships.
2023-02-2213 min
What's Next?What's Next? Laura Amos • Signed-SongwriterThis podcast features the journey of BA (Hons) Creative Musicianship graduate Laura Amos, who's now a signed songwriter with CWB, working in K-pop and J-pop.Laura touches on the need to strike a balance whilst working on your craft and moving towards your career goals. Her key advice is to work hard, accept that whatever job you initially land in is simply part of your journey. Believe in yourself, don't get envious of other people - everyone's journey is different. Reach out to people in the industry, you'll be surprised at how willing they are to help yo...
2023-02-0811 min
What's Next?What's Next? Jonathan Milanes • Digital Campaign ManagerThis podcast features the journey of BA (Hons) Songwriting graduate Jonathan Milanes, from ICMP to an enviable role at Facebook. Jonathan touches on how to adapt to different environments, the importance of networking and understanding that there's more to life than music. Jonathan's key advice for those finishing their studies is to 'network with everyone' - you don't know who may be able to help you in the future. Take advantage of all of the opportunities available to you at ICMP - events, gigs, socials, 1:2:1s, etc - they all present opportunities for you to expand your n...
2023-01-2513 min
What's Next?What's Next? Diana Mukwaya • Portfolio CareerDiana Mukwaya studied BA Songwriting at ICMP and now works in a variety of different roles while focussing on her artist project: Namugga. Alongside her work as an artist, Diana works for Sofa Sounds, she jumps into audio engineering roles, works with independent labels and is also working as a promoter for Live Nation. https://www.instagram.com/namuggamusic
2022-12-0912 min
Sounds Like These by ICMP LondonJasmine Hodge | Head of PR, journalist, proud fangirlJasmine is a force of nature. At only 24 years old, she is The Music Federation's Head of PR, working across a wide roster of bands and artists. How did she get there? As a teenager, Jasmine was dreaming of finding a job that would allow us to be surrounded by the bands she loved. Her love for writing pushed her to pursue a career in journalism, one she started at the age of 16 when she created her own blog and would review live gigs. In the episode, Jasmine discusses many of the projects she's been and still i...
2022-05-1237 min
Sounds Like These by ICMP LondonJeremiah Gogo | Head of Data & A&R AnalyticsFollowing a degree in Economics and Mathematics, combining his passion for Music, Business and Data, Jeremiah built a career that's been and still is going strong. Cutting his teeth as part of the commercial team at Universal Music, he then joined Warner to lead the Commercial Analytics team there. Currently, Jeremiah is Head of Data & A&R Analytics at Atlantic Records UK. Leading the label’s data efforts, he works across Commercial, Marketing and A&R teams to aid with strategy and decision-making using data.Jeremiah is also passionate about working towards increasing access to the music in...
2022-04-1442 min
Sounds Like These by ICMP LondonSaidah Blount | music curator, executive producer, epic playlist makerSaidah Blount moved to NYC to study Political Science but soon realised music was really the industry she wanted to work in. Starting out as a music journalist, working for and with the first few web 2.0 agencies, Saidah experienced the glorious New York musical scene; think anything from the Yeah Yeah Yeahs and The Strokes to LCD Soundsystem and Rich Medina - she was there and yes, it was fun! Saidah landed a few amazing jobs, including the ones at The Fader and NPR, where she was able to work with some of the biggest artists around. Now at...
2022-03-3159 min
Sounds Like These by ICMP LondonSean Adams | music journalist, artist manager, social media producerSean Adams started out as a music journalist, launching a newsletter back in the late 90s, which then became Drowned In Sound, a pillar when it comes to online music magazines. Sean has also delved into artist management (for the likes of Ed Harcourt and The Anchoress), social media production (for BBC Radio 6), and has more recently launched his 360° creative consultancy CCCLX Music.In the interview, Sean goes back to his very first steps in the industry - from starting a newsletter back when email was a new thing, to releasing music by artists such as Kaiser C...
2022-03-171h 19
Sounds Like These by ICMP LondonRaissa Pardini | multi-disciplinary designer, type artist, art directorRaissa Pardini is a multi-disciplinary designer, type artist, and art director hailing from Tuscany, Italy, currently based in London but previously active in Berlin and Glasgow. As a musician, DJ and record collector, and overall music expert, Raissa mainly works for clients from the music industry, including artists and bands like Paul Weller, Maneskin, Idles, Khruangbin and many more.Raissa also expanded beyond music and has collaborated with brands such as Adobe, MTV, and Dr Martens, while also getting some of her work acquired by the V&A museum in London.In the interview, Raissa...
2022-02-1046 min
Sounds Like These by ICMP LondonCharlotte Hatherley | composer, session guitarist, singer-songwriterCharlotte Hatherley is a session guitarist, composer for the moving image, and singer-songwriter, also known for being a former member of the rock band Ash. Charlotte joined the ICMP faculty in 2019 teaching on our BMus Popular Music Performance course (Guitar), then moving on to our BA Music Production for Film, TV, and Games.In the interview, Charlotte delves into the ins and outs of scoring, talking about the "Imogen" movie, her most recent session work, playing bass and guitar for Imelda May's album "11 Past the Hour" (also joined by Ronnie Wood and Noel Gallagher), as well as...
2022-01-2756 min
Sounds Like These by ICMP LondonWelcome to Sounds Like These!Welcome to the Interview Series, a number of conversations between Lara Magnelli, a member of the Marketing team at ICMP, and a variety of guests from the music industry. From producers to marketers, to music supervisors and session musicians, Lara has been asking them about the music business, their work experiences, their career paths, and most of all about their top tips to succeed in such an industry.Original music by Lasse Corus (ICMP BA Creative Musicianship alumnus)
2022-01-2101 min
Sounds Like These by ICMP LondonSam Jones | music consultant, event and festival producer, venue managerSam works as a music consultant, event producer, music educator, and creative producer. His career has seen him work both on a local and international level, producing events, setting up venues and recording studios, and much more. His experience also includes working on multiple projects in Sub-Saharan Africa.As a Music Business Teaching Fellow, Sam teaches at ICMP across different programmes and has recently written and launched our new BA Live Event Management course, together with ICMP faculty members and music industry professionals Jamie Johnston and Ken Foreman.
2022-01-1353 min
Sounds Like These by ICMP LondonMegan O'Neill | singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalistObsessed with music since she was a little girl, listening to Stevie Nicks and Carole King with her mom, Megan really kicked off her career when she decided to move from a small Irish town to Nashville (USA) first, then London. In the past few years, Megan has collected great successes, including landing a few tracks on top Netflix shows and also touring the world, supporting artists like Sir Tom Jones and Jamie Cullum.
2021-11-1840 min
Music Industry Secrets... SpilledMusic Industry Secrets... Spilled with Megan O'NeillThis week I am joined by Irish based Singer/Songwriter, Megan O'Neill.
We touch on ageism and sexism in the industry, the pros and cons of having a publishing deal, successfully changing genres, art vs. content, PR, irish radio… Megan is also a tutor and course creator at ICMP so she has a real understanding of the business side of things. There is some really great advice in this episode and I only wish I could have spoken more with her because she is just a bucket of knowledge and I loved getting her unique perspective of th...
2021-10-2555 min
The Masterlink PodcastDealing With Mental Health In Popular Music (with Jenn Clempner)Stefan Redtenbacher (Redtenbacher's Funkestra) and James Welch (Masterlink Productions) talk to Jenn Clempner.Jenn is a Singer-Pianist, Music Director for theatre and choirs, an Independent Vocal Coach, Multi-instrumentalist, Mental Health advocate & Lecturer in Music.She talks frankly and openly about her struggles with mental illness throughout her career and her passion and drive to create change and highlight these issues in today's education system.Her journey through the music industry is wide and varied starting as a session musician for indie-pop outfit The Hoosiers (Sony BMG), with whom she toured the UK and E...
2021-10-2356 min
Sounds Like These by ICMP LondonJason Bavanandan | songwriter, producer, lead singer of the band BattleJason took his first steps in the music industry as the lead singer and songwriter of the indie-rock phenomenon Battle, releasing two acclaimed albums and touring internationally throughout the mid-2000s. After the band split up, Jason started his solo career which peaked in 2015 when he put out the first-ever cinematically release album, 'Whiplash Dreams'. Since then, Jason has been busy teaching at ICMP and working with young UK and international talent, whether as a co-writer or producer.
2021-10-2142 min
Sounds Like These by ICMP LondonJustin Boreland aka Merlin | rapper, producer, educatorJustin (aka Merlin, his artist name) joined the group Bomb The Bass at the age of 16 and a year later was signed to American label Sire Records (Madonna, Ice-T). With such great success also came something else: Justin ended up in prison for three months. While doing his time, Justin realised something that would change his life completely: he promised himself not to ever end back there again and also to commit to helping other young people facing a similar experience to never go back to prison again and to show them a different path... Through music. Justin has...
2021-10-0733 min
Sounds Like These by ICMP LondonAudrey Riley | cellist, composer, arranger, and musical directorLara asked Audrey to go through some of the work she's credited on (the list is endless), including her collaboration with The Smiths - the first of her career - Moloko on the amazing 'The Time Is Now', Coldplay on their album 'A Rush Of Blood To The Head", The Foo Fighters on "Echoes, Silence, Patience & Grace", and The Smashing Pumpkins on the eternal track "Tonight, Tonight". Audrey shared her experience working on these classic tracks as well as some anecdotes from those studio days. She also delved into more philosophical sides of music, both as a creative and...
2021-09-2349 min
Sounds Like These by ICMP LondonMwen | DJ, producer, sound designer for theatre, Ableton-certified tutorMwen is a sound designer, producer, composer, DJ and Ableton tutor, who took their first steps in the music industry as a session drummer. Most of the conversation Lara had with Mwen revolved around their love of sound and creativity in all forms and the never-ending possibilities that these offer in terms of career developments. Mwen discussed their experience as sound designer for theatre and live performances, as well as their passion for djing and seeing people dance while feeding them music they never heard of. Mwen shared their love and appreciation for education, as a self-taught professional now...
2021-09-0248 min
Sounds Like These by ICMP LondonCatherine Anne Davies (The Anchoress) | producer, singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalistCatherine Anne Davies is a producer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist who's released two solo albums as The Anchoress and has worked with a wide array of artists, including the Manics Street Preachers, Simple Minds, and Bernard Butler. Catherine tells Lara about her latest release, The Art Of Losing, a dark album that came out earlier in 2021 and received great reviews, while also resonating with many people during these pandemic times. Catherine goes through her career, from breaking her favourite tracks down with a multi-track recorder (that she chose over driving lessons) to becoming friends with her idols and performing in...
2021-08-1924 min
Sounds Like These by ICMP LondonXan Blacq | vocalist, composer, session player (Amy Winehouse, Nigel Kennedy)Xan Blacq is a performer, multi-instrumentalist, composer, and solo artist with a lot of stories to tell. Xan went through his career with Lara: from his first music steps at the local church to being Amy Winehouse's BV & keys player and working with Mark Ronson, Nigel Kennedy, Laura Mvula, and Candi Staton, Xan never really stopped travelling and gigging until the pandemic hit. With lockdown came the opportunity to start a new venture as a composer for the music for film, podcast and TV sector, something that is now keeping Xan busy while life goes back to some sort...
2021-08-0548 min
Sounds Like These by ICMP LondonCharlie Thomas | producer, engineer, songwriterLara chats with Charlie Thomas, currently teaching on ICMP's BA Creative Music Production. Charlie started his career in the hospitality sector, soon realising music was actually what he wanted to pursue. He luckily managed to land his first internship at Britannia Row, the studios owned by Pink Floyd. As a never-ending learner, Charlie loves to teach at ICMP and to keep challenging himself in the studio and in his life, overall. Charlie is now based at Konk, the studios opened by the legendary band The Kinks.
2021-07-2249 min
Sounds Like These by ICMP LondonLia Mice | producer, multidisciplinary artist, instrument designerLara talks to Lia Mice, a multidisciplinary artist and producer who joined the ICMP faculty for the 20/21 academic year. Lia went from studying a BA in filmmaking to becoming a performer and now also an instrument designer.She has designed a number of instruments, including a one-handed violin, her response to music lessons in schools, where the same instrument is taught to the whole class, often excluding children with disabilities. Equality, diversity, and inclusivity matters are very dear to Lia; her way to approach the myriad of aspects that EDI encompasses is to keep focusing on the positives...
2021-07-0831 min
Sounds Like These by ICMP LondonJamie Doe (The Magic Lantern) | singer-songwriter, educatorLara chats with Jamie Doe, currently teaching on ICMP's BA Songwriting and BA Creative Musicianship programmes. Jamie is not only an educator but also a prolific songwriter, who's been releasing music under the moniker of The Magic Lantern. Jamie tells us about his most recent release, the instrumental piano EP 'My Soul Is A Strange Country', featured in a myriad of Spotify playlists, to his experience as a carer for his dad, who's got Alzheimer's disease. Jamie also touches on his own mental health and the overall need for men to show their vulnerability. TW: suicide
2021-06-2438 min
Sounds Like These by ICMP LondonFrancesca Confortini | vocalist, session musician, singer-songwriterLara chats with Francesca Confortini, currently teaching on a variety of ICMP's Vocal courses. Francesca also keeps busy with her session work, her private teaching, her singer-songwriter career, as well as a Master's in Jazz Studies. Francesca openly talks about her most recent work with the great Yusuf Islam (Cat Stevens), her experience as a female vocalist and musician and the challenges that come with it in a male-dominated environment, as well as how she learned the hard way the importance of taking care of her body and mind. Get ready to laugh as well - Francesca is a...
2021-06-1046 min
Sounds Like These by ICMP LondonWe're back! The Interview Series Season 2 TrailerWelcome to Season 2 of The Interview Series. This time, Lara will be chatting to some of the people who make ICMP a pioneering music higher education provider in the UK: our tutors. Expect great advice, compelling anecdotes, and deep chats on equality, inclusion, and diversity in the music industry (and beyond).
2021-06-1001 min
Secret SonicsSecret Sonics 096 - Sophie Ackroyd - Getting to the Heart of the SongSophie Ackroyd is a music producer and songwriter based out of London, England, UK! In this episode, Sophie shared her journey - from working a day job at the BBC to managing a London recording studio to writing and producing for artists. We talked about her approach to artist development, production, communication and even touched on slowing down and practicing self-care during the pandemic. Check it out! You can find out more about Sophie at http://sophieackroyd.co.uk/You can find Sophie on Social MediaIG - https://www.instagram.com/soundslikesoph/You c...
2021-05-091h 09
The Vocal Code UNLOCKEDThe Vocal Code Unlocked Season 2 Episode 8 Salena MastroianniThe Vocal Code Unlocked Season 2 Salena Mastroianni
Salena is a Singer, Songwriter & Artist who after graduating from ICMP in London entered the music industry working in corporate events and providing backing vocals for artists such as Rita Ora & Robbie Williams.
In this episode Salena along with her infectious, funny and beautifully honest personality shares with us her parallels of her journey in music and fitness.
Despite Covid19, 2020 hasn’t been all that bad in Salena’s world. She signed a publishing deal during lockdown, built a home studio and has a beau...
2021-04-2356 min
The Vocal Code UNLOCKEDThe Vocal Code Unlocked | Season 1 Episode 7 | Lucinda AllenEpisode Seven with Vocal Coach & Head of vocals at London’s ICMP Lucinda Allen
With a curiosity and passion to understand how to help people with their voices alongside her own vocal career, classically trained with a teaching degree and masters under her belt, Lucy has not stopped discovering and learning how to bring the best out of her students which have included multiple Grammy Award winner Laylah Hathaway.
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2020-12-071h 02
Sounds Like These by ICMP LondonJack Gourlay | producer, songwriter, publishing A&RMulti-talented producer, songwriter, and publishing A&R Jack Gourlay tells us about when his band got signed by a major label, how he naturally transitioned to working in the studio, and how to approach co-writing (quoting one of his heroes Mark Ronson).
2020-11-2739 min
Sounds Like These by ICMP LondonAbi Leland | music supervisor, entrepreneur, founder of Leland MusicAbi is the founder and managing director of Leland Music and Leland Originals. A true entrepreneur, she embarked on her mission to become a music supervisor at the age of nineteen having worked already within both the film and music industries.In 2005 Abi founded Leland Music, her own company, expanding the scope of her mission to include commercials and brands. She has worked on celebrated campaigns for Sony, Nike, and Honda, while also supervising every John Lewis Christmas campaign since 2010.Abi has built a unique and highly-esteemed team, working closely with the most successful brands...
2020-11-2754 min
Sounds Like These by ICMP LondonErika Footman | vocalist, singer-songwriter, session musician (Skunk Anansie, MIKA)Erika Footman is an artist, songwriter, DYI music entrepreneur, music educator, and session player who has worked with artists and bands such as MIKA, Senser, Skunk Anansie, Bastille, and many more. Erika has written, recorded, produced, and released three solo albums on her own label, toured extensively as a solo artist, and written with production teams such as So Solid Crew, Full Phatt (Taylor Swift, Mutya Buena), plus Rux and Rob from Swedish duo, Rob & Nino.
2020-11-2749 min
The Let's Talk Singing PodcastEp. 6 – How To Be A Successful Singer-Songwriter w/ Jane FraserThis week's Let's Talk Singing I interview singer-songwriter, Jane Fraser. We talk about her life as a singer, her studies in London, the progression of her voice and tips for aspiring singer-songwriters.Referenceshttps://soundbetter.com/https://www.icmp.ac.uk/_______JaneINSTAGRAM: @eves_recordbox & @jayne_music_FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/EvesRecordBox/ConorINSTAGRAM: @cjaysusFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/conorjr1BANDCAMP: https://conorryanmusic.bandcamp.com/SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0CrLL...
2020-06-2000 min
Footprints On Our Hearts#1 Stillbirth, Songwriting and Remembering Liberty with Sophie DanielsWelcome to the first episode of Footprints on our Hearts, a podcast about baby loss, legacy and learning to live again. In this episode, I talk to Sophie Daniels about her daughter, Liberty.
Sophie Daniels is Head of Songwriting at ICMP in London. As a non-performing songwriter, she’s built a career writing songs for other people but last year, she released her own EP to raise money for Tommy’s and Sands. It includes the song I Can Love You From Here, which Sophie wrote ten weeks after Liberty’s death.
In this episode, we tal...
2020-01-3155 min
Soulfull Sound Podcast018: Lucinda Allen On Voice, Rehabilitation & HealingIn this Soulfull Sound conversation I speak with the fabulous Lucinda Allen who is a proficient and successful Voice & Singing Coach who works in both the Creative and Corporate sectors. Lucinda also leads the Vocal team at ICMP London in her post as Teaching Fellow in Vocals.
In this episode Lucinda shares her take on healing and rehabilitation in the voice world and how she works holistically with clients.
"Healing is getting back to something that is already there."
A lot her work is about being the bridge for her clients to help th...
2019-11-0659 min
Soulfull Sound Podcast002: Kiki Militsis On Singing, Sounding and Healing JourneysIn this Soulfull Sound conversation I speak with the beautiful Kiki Militsis who is a singer, a songwriter, recording artist and performance mentor, with diverse roots that bring a unique worldly quality to her musical passion and expression.
In this episode, Kiki shares her experience of starting over as an artist and shares her ‘formula’ for success – intuition + intention + action. She makes the point that everything we experience (even if unpleasant) gives us an opportunity to learn and grow.
Kiki speaks about the demands of the music industry and her wish for the industry to place m...
2019-07-201h 02
SuperCreativity Podcast with James Taylor | Creativity, Innovation and Inspiring IdeasCL015: Drummer Gabor Dornyei on taking creative risks and learning your craftIn this episode of The Creative Life Podcast, Gabor Dornyei a Hungarian born, UK based session drummer and faculty member at ICMP London, visiting Professor at Swiss Drum Academy and member of the group Thunder Duo. Gabor talks about how he first found his passion for drumming and shares with us his process and techniques in constructing a drum solo piece. Gabor also tells us about how a certain kind of approach to language affects how our brain operates. “You’re not only allowed, but you’re required to be yourself on the instrument.” “If you don’t risk...
2016-05-2346 min