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Construction Champions PodcastCustomer Service Is the Secret Weapon in Construction Stephen WilesIn the construction industry, most companies focus on tools, timelines, and tasks, but what about service?In this episode of Construction Champions, host Ron Nussbaum talks with Stephen Wiles, President of Redbox+ Dumpsters, about how exceptional customer service is the real advantage in a crowded market.From answering every call to cleaning up job sites, Stephen shares what it takes to create a standout experience — and why contractors everywhere should be rethinking how they treat their customers.✅ How Redbox+ built a national brand on service✅ Why construction companies are losing trust✅ What today’s customers expect from pros✅ Simple changes that...
2025-07-3126 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #148 Stephen Brown (Record Citizens)It’s a celebration on The Fantastival Podcast #148 and we’re delighted to have Stephen Brown, the man behind the Record Citizens label as our guest as 2023 continues to fly by…
Stephen is on fine form as he joins us all the way from Canada to talk all about his love of music from an early age, his passion for collecting vinyl, how he managed to set up his Record Citizens label, releasing the first ‘Indie Citizens’ compilation earlier this year, the very recent release of volume II plus where you can buy / order a copy, and as you much know by no...
2023-11-2655 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #121 Jon GommWow, what an awesome Fantastival Podcast awaits you as joining Steve for #121 is the singer-songwriter and acoustic solo performer who blew my mind when I saw him at the backend of last year, the one & only, Mr Jon Gomm…
Wonderful guitar playing. An all-round genius" - Stephen Fry (actor, writer)
Wonderful playing and singing. The whole package.” - David Crosby (Crosby, Stills and Nash)
Jon talks all about his love of music, writing and performing including getting his first guitar at a very early age (which wasn’t actually a guitar), learning how to keep in t...
2023-03-051h 04
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #100 Sue Nussbaum (Susie Nuss, Maama)Thank you to everyone who has listened and engaged with us over the course of these 100 episodes, it’s been a blast, and there was only ever going to be one person for #100 of The Fantastival Podcast…😎
My biggest musical influence.🎵
The one & only, Sue Nussbaum.❤️
A lovely chat as my mum is a natural in her podcasting debut, with some musical revelations I had no idea about and one of my favourite Fantasy Festival lineups including a compere, 2 Encores, some and she also gets a very special guest.💃
Surely I have to get 5/5 right for...
2022-07-3145 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #99 Sarah Nussbaum (Sarah P, Sarah Nuss)My only love, the only one, You're my wifey…🎵
It’s a celebration and for #99 of The Fantastival Podcast as it’s time to get the wifey involved, clearly the better half, and she’s hear to talk all about music, it can only be the one and only Sarah Nussbaum (Sarah P, Sarah Nuss, etc).
I really wanted to get Sarah on and I’m glad she agreed to it as she really is the unsung hero of The Fantastival Podcast, and I was so nervous I fluffed my introduction multiple times (never happened once before), h...
2022-07-2441 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #94 Jay TennantI’m so into yyyoooooooouuuuu… it’s time for #94 of The Fantastival Podcast and it’s a man whose tunes havent left my head over the last few weeks, it’s the brilliant Jay Tennant…
‘Intense, cinematic anthems. Big on riffs, melodies and passion’ is how Jay is described on his social media pages and it’s a cracking assessment, so listen to him talk about how he got into playing music, how he ended up going solo, the release of his current album ‘Forever Roses’ and bonus EP ‘Extra Roses’, his brand new single ‘Trust’, plans for his upcoming albums and the...
2022-06-1236 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #93 Roy Fletcher (The Shed Project)It’s Fantastival Podcast #93 and this week Steve’s gets to talk to ‘A Curious Mind Of The Common Man’, the one and only (and one of the most requested guests to date), frontman of the brilliant The Shed Project, Mr Roy Fletcher…
Hailing all the way from Bolton, Roy told us all about how The Shed Project were formed, how they’ve evolved, where they are at now, all about the wonderful album ‘A Curious Mind Of The Common Man’, upcoming gigs (including The Sessions), writing songs, mental health, his Fantasy Festival lineup by choosing just 5acts and loads mor...
2022-06-0553 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #92 Laura HortonSh’mon, Sh’mon, it’s another Fantastival Podcast and time for #92 with a lady who truly loves music, it’s the legend that is Laura Horton…
What a Fantastival Podcast we have awaiting you as Laura talks about music, festivals, gigs and new acts, aswell as managing Nice Guy @NICEGUYBAND and how she came to manage them, having her own Radio Show ‘The Laura Horton Show’ (links below), being part of the brilliant ‘Sh1ts & Giggles’ Show with Fantastival Legends Kimbo & Paula (links below), the upcoming ‘The Sessions’ concert in Manchester on Saturday 18th June, aswell as collating her Fantasy...
2022-05-2951 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #91 Sean Mackey (Be Kind Rewind)BE KIND REWIND…
The Fantastival Podcast is back with #91 with one of the talents from Voices Radio, the host of the excellent Be Kind Rewind show, it’s Sean Mackey…
Listen along as Sean talks about his radio show and how he got into presenting, his love of all things music, working for mental health company Thrive, his time at Sony Music working in Marketing for their Legacy Artists, meeting one of Steve’s idols, why live music is so important, collating an amazing Fantasy Festival lineup by choosing just 5 acts and lots lots more in a jam pac...
2022-05-2247 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #90 Louis Antoniou (Louis & The Shakes)LOUIS, LOUIS…
We’ve hit the 90’s on The Fantastival Podcast and to welcome this in we have the wonderful Louis Antoniou from the brilliant Louis & The Shakes for #90…
Listen to Louis speak all about his love of music, favourite acts, writing and performing, his future ambitions for Louis & The Shakes, his Fantasy Festival lineup with his 5 chosen acts and lots more in this belter of an episode with a great guest.
And after you’ve listened to the episode go check out Louis’ Spotify Playlist featuring songs from his chosen Fantasy Festival acts:
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2022-05-1549 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #89 Jefferson DavisThe Fantastival Podcast #89 welcomes Steve’s old friend from hmv Wood Green (who he has not seen since a chance meeting at an awards ceremony a few years ago or spoken to at length in about 15 years), the multi talented guitarist, singer, entertainer, man of many talents, the one & only Jefferson Davis…
15 years felt like yesterday as Jefferson talked about his life in music (listening & playing), a legendary story about a Glastonbury experience that is worth listening to just for this alone, his favourite acts, his Fantasy Festival lineup choosing just 5 acts and lots lots more as the time flew by in...
2022-05-0154 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #88 Lucy NicholThe Fantastival Podcast is back after taking an Easter break and we are delighted to be joined for #88 by a woman of many talents, freelance writer, published author, PR and marketing consultant and mental health campaigner, it’s the one and only, Lucy Nichol!
Lucy was a great guest as she spoke all about how she got into writing, her books that have been released so far (‘A Series of Unfortunate Stereotypes’ and ‘The Twenty Seven Club’), her upcoming release ‘Parklife’ (which sounds great), and spoke about the music and acts she loves as she also collated her brilliant Fantasy Festival lineup...
2022-04-2439 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #87 Paula Cairns#87 of The Fantastival Podcast is here and our ‘Little Pile Of Rocks’ Paula Cairns is along for the ride…
It was a great chat with Paula whose love of music really shone through as she talked about acts she loves, the new music community, her involvement in the brilliant ‘Some Might Say’ show on In Your Ears and lots more as she collated her awesome Fantasy Festival.
After you’ve listened to the episode go check out Paula’s Spotify Playlist featuring songs from her chosen Fantasy Festival acts:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6Xg1t5iuw...
2022-03-2747 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #86 Mike Badger (The La’s / The Onset)It’s time for The Fantastival Podcast #86 and what a way to do it as Steve was joined by singer, songwriter, sculptor, jolly good fellow, the one and only Mike Badger...
Listen to Mike chat all about his life in music including how he got into playing the guitar, his first records, co-founding The La’s, form The Onset, his solo career , get involved with previous Fantastival guest Paul Hemmings with The Viper Label, write his autobiography ‘The Rhythm & The Tide’, how he got into sculpting and the album you’ve probably seen the cover from but didn’t know...
2022-03-2058 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #85 Kiran Roy (October Drift)Come and find The Fantastival Podcast #85 as joining Steve this week is the brilliant singer and guitarist from the awesome October Drift, it’s Kiran Roy…
Kiran chats all about his musical tastes, how he got into playing guitar (and his style), his favourite acts, best gig experiences, as he also collates his Fantasy Festival lineup and talks all about October Drift, how they formed, their brilliant ‘Forever Whatever’ album, what lockdown was like for the band, their upcoming UK tour, their forthcoming album ‘I Don’t Belong Anywhere’ coming out in September, and lots more in an essential li...
2022-03-1349 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #84 Secret Drug AddictWe are delighted that joining Steve on The Fantastival Podcast #84 is Secret Drug Addict…
We had a really interesting chat as SDA spoke about how he got involved in the music business, his career in the industry (including a spell at Creation Records and Sony working with some great acts) his battle with addiction, getting and staying sober, his music tastes, being at some amazing gigs (some he watched, some he stayed at the bar for), his Secret Drug Addict social media account, why he’s anonymous, how he helps Neville Southall do twitter takeovers for worthy causes...
2022-03-061h 26
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #83 Megan WynWe’re back with a belter of a Fantastival Podcast for #83 as joining Steve this is the ultra talented and brilliant, Megan Wyn…
Indie Rock Singer Songwriter Megan spoke all about her new single ‘Better of You’, her first single ‘Polaroid’, her music tastes, experiences (including playing The Isle Of Wight Festival), what an exciting 2022 has in store for her and lots more, as she also collated her brilliant Fantasy Festival in an episode not to be missed.
And once you’ve given the episode a listen make sure to check out Megan’s LinkTree page and give her tu...
2022-02-2745 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #82 Jilly & Macca (Distant Images)Here We Rock & Co into #82 of The Fantastival Podcast as we have Jilly & Macca, the sensational duo behind the brilliant Distant Images, talking to Steve all about the music they love…
A fun time was had by all as Jilly & Macca spoke about how Distant Images formed, their writing process, their recent first gig, the new music twitter community, their musical tastes, experiences, memories, their hopes for the future & more as they also collated their brilliant Fantasy Festival lineup by choosing just 5 acts.
Once you’ve listened to Jilly & Macca on The Fantastival Podcast go a bit de...
2022-02-1346 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #81 Kimberley ForsythKIMBO, KIMBO… 💜🎧
It’s time for #81 and what a treat is in store for you on this Fantastival Podcast as I was joined by music queen, the one and only Kimberley Forsyth…
We had a great chat as Kimberley is one of the nicest people you’ll ever meet as she spoke all about her music tastes and experiences, her love of new music and how she got into the community, her love of Aberdeen FC, her brave battle against cancer over lockdown and how with the help of In Your Ears Music and some brilliant acts she...
2022-02-0643 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #80 Tommy Scott (Space)The Fantastival Podcast is now #80 and what a way to do so as Steve is joined by the brilliant songwriter & frontman from Space, Mr Tommy Scott…
It was great chatting to Tommy as we caught up talked all things music, from his early memories to his current tour with Space, their formation and rise up the charts, the unexpected success of ‘Spiders’, the story behind the huge ‘Female Of The Species’ and how a drunken slur has become a singalong line, the song on which ‘Neighbourhood’ is based, being on The Austin Powers Soundtrack and hanging out with Mike Myers, singing with Ce...
2022-01-3054 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #79 Joe Murty (Dictator)The Fantastival Podcast is back up and well underway now for 2022 and for #79 we were joined by the enigma that is Joe Murty, the bassist from the brilliant Dictator…
Joe made for a great guest as he told us some great stories about his musical tastes and experiences, gave us an insight into Dictator, collated his aptly and brilliantly titled Fantasy Festival and lots more as we had a good old chat which you are bound to enjoy.
If you’ve enjoyed the episode then as an added bonus you can listen to the below Spotify...
2022-01-2356 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #78 Shaun Panda Nicolson (4 Songs and a Dream)The Fantastival Podcast triumphantly returns for the first time in 2022 as Steve is joined for #78 by Shaun Panda Nicolson, host of his own brilliant Podcast ‘4 Songs and a Dream’…
It was great to chat with Shaun (recorded in December) as we spoke all about music, his favourite gigs, his love of the independent music scene, his varied music taste, his mental health and more before Shaun had the task of collating his excellent Fantasy Festival.
If you’ve enjoyed the episode then listen to this Spotify Playlist with a chosen track from Shaun from one of each of h...
2022-01-1653 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #77 Phil HallidayHALLIDAY, CELEBRATE!
We love an hmv Christmas Special so for #77 we have sure delivered and only gone and got hmv MD, Phil Halliday, to be the Fantastival Podcast guest for the last episode of 2021…
AND AS A SPECIAL BONUS WE HAVE RUPERT BANNING-LOVER SINGING A CHRISTMAS SONG TO INTRODUCE THE EPISODE.
It was great to have a chat with Phil as we spoke all about music, his favourite gigs including a very special one, his eclectic music taste, his experiences and more before collating his Fantasy Festival as we had an awesome chat in the h...
2021-12-1232 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #76 Paul Doddridge (3 Little Wolves)There are just 2 more Fantastival Podcasts left for 2021 and as the year comes to a close we are going out with a bang as we are joined by Paul Doddridge, singer and guitarist from the fantastic 3 Little Wolves…🐺🐺🐺
It was great to chat to Paul who was so enthusiastic about music as he talked about how he got into playing the guitar, his music tastes and experiences, a wonderful story about his first festival experience, collated his own brilliant Fantasy Festival lineup by choosing just 5 acts and lots more.
And after you’ve listened to Paul’s Fantastiva...
2021-12-0546 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #75 Mind Aid 2021 (Arcade State, Silvi, Distant Images & Lottie)It’s a very special way for The Fantastival Podcast to turn #75 as I was joined by 5 guests who all appear on The Mind Aid 2022 single as follows:
❤️💚Jordan Murray from Arcade State
❤️💚Jodi Findlay from Silvi
❤️💚Jilly & Macca from Distant Images
❤️💚 Lottie
It was great to speak to the guys to find his Mind Aid got started, how the acts got involved, what the message is behind the song, everyone’s favourite Christmas tracks, plans for 2022 and in a different spin to the normal process each guest could pick any act of their choice to sing any...
2021-11-2844 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #74 Jodi Findlay (Silvi)A modern poetic powerhouse of attitude and sound’… Jodi Findlay from the brilliant Silvi joins us on The Fantastival Podcast for #74.
It was a pleasure to speak to Jodi as she talks about how she got involved in music, the formation and evolution of Silvi, new & local music and the support from within that scene, her first records, what she’s listening to, her favourite gigs and of course she got the honour of collating her very own Fantasy Festival which she absolutely smashed out of the park all in 45 glorious minutes.
After you’ve listened to...
2021-11-2145 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #73 Nigel Clark (Dodgy)It’s good enough for you as The Fantastival Podcast turns #73 as Steve is delighted to be joined by singer, songwriter, guitarist, front man of Dodgy, Mr Nigel Clark.
You’re in for a great time as Nigel talks us through his life in music, from realising he could hold a tune, listening to punk music, moving to London, the rise of Dodgy, The Dodgy Club, Homegrown, Good Enough, Free Peace Sweet, leaving the band, returning, his recently released solo album, returning to gigging, mixtapes, reminiscing about The Standard in Walthamstow and more whilst also collating his brilli...
2021-11-141h 04
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #72 Keith Mullin (The Farm)ALL TOGETHER NOW…
The Fantastival Podcast turns #72 and we are delighted to be joined by Writer, Lecturer, Promoter, occasional DJ and Guitarist for The Farm, Mr Keith Mullin.
We had a great chat as we spoke all about the acts that Keith would put into his Fantasy Festival, how he got into playing music, buying records, how he joined The Farm, their rise to the top in getting a number 1 album and everything in between, signing to a major label, recording with his beloved Everton FC, getting the band back together, their resurgence, the future and lo...
2021-11-071h 23
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #71 DaleThe Fantastival Podcast turns #71 and we’re delighted to be joined by singer-songwriter, book publisher and firefighter, hailing from in Glasgow… it’s Dale!
We chatted about how Dale got serious about his songwriting, releasing his EP with a point of difference on cassette, his hopes for a Christmas Number 1, playing live gigs and lots more as Dale also collated his brilliant Fantasy Festival with all acts in his lineup being picked for the first time and Dale giving us a very informative write up of his venue in this very enjoyable episode.
After you’ve listened...
2021-10-3151 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #70 Paul Hemmings (The La’s, The Onset, The Lightning Seeds, The Viper Label)There he goes, there he goes again, as we’re joined for #70 of The Fantastival Podcast by musician, record producer, photographer, one time guitarist of The La’s, The Onset, The Lightning Seeds, a partner in the excellent Viper Label, a man of many talents, it’s Mr Paul Hemmings…
We talk all about Paul’s life in music as he talks about learning the guitar, joining The La’s, Lee Mavers playing ‘There She Goes’ to him and John Power for the first time, recording their debut album, joining The Lightning Seeds, starting a record label, his friendship wit...
2021-10-241h 13
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #69 Ricky Spence (To Indie & Beyond - In Your Ears Music)69 DUDES…🚀🚀🚀🚀
This week we are delighted to be joined for #69 of The Fantastival Podcast by the voice behind ‘To Indie & Beyond’ on In Your Ears Music, the one & only, Mr Ricky Spence…
We talk all about the music Ricky loves, how lockdown made him go deeper into new music and start his own show, how he met his lady at T In The Park, his favourite ever gigs, his Fantasy Festival lineup by choosing just 5 acts and lots more in an episode not to be missed.
After you’ve listened to Ricky’s Fantastival Podcast go dee...
2021-10-1745 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #68 Damon Minchella (Ocean Colour Scene, Paul Weller, Richard Ashcroft)What a guest we have for The Fantastival Podcast #68 as Damon Minchella comes and takes our guest spot…
Damon talks to Steve all about Ocean Colour Scene, from their start to the end of Damon’s time in the band, about Paul Weller, about Richard Ashcroft (and also what he has in common with Richard and Everton Legend Leon Osman), about his musical tastes, his experiences, how a football injury changed the course of his life, about playing Knebworth, a wonderful hmv story about his time working there and lots more…
After you’ve listened to Damon’s...
2021-10-101h 10
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #67 Mikey Shiraz (Mr Shiraz)This week we are taking the Bull By The Horns as Mikey Shiraz joined Steve for #67 (Dudes) of The Fantastival Podcast…
In one of the most fun episodes yet Mikey spoke all about his musical tastes, his experiences, his love of movies (some classics in there), the evolution of Mr Shiraz, a great story about Coolio, collated his Fantasy Festival with potentially the greatest encore ever and loads more.
After you’ve listened to Mikey’s Fantastival Podcast go deeper and check out this Spotify Playlist with chosen tracks from the acts he picked for his Fant...
2021-10-0359 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #66 Brandin Lea (Flickerstick)We are delighted to have Brandin Lea joining us for #66 of The Fantastival Podcast.
With Steve being a huge fan of Flickerstick Brandin was one of the first names of someone to get onto the Fantastival Podcast and we’re so glad we did as we had an epic chat about all things Flickerstick (how they formed, evolved, Bands On The Run, a major label deal, Welcoming Home The Astronauts, lineup changes, the final shows, streaming, a vinyl release, the future), Jetta In The Ghost Tree, what Brandin listens to, his Fantasy Festival lineup plus lots more in...
2021-09-261h 36
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #65 Jordan & Ciaran Murray (Arcade State)It’s a first for The Fantastival Podcast as why have one member of the brilliant Arcade State (trust, they are ace) when you can have two, as It was a delight to be joined by brothers Jordan (drums) and Ciaran Murray (guitar and vox) for #65.
We spoke about the formation and evolution of Arcade State, lockdown, drum sounds, songwriting, having your songs sung back to you at your first gig, first records, favourite gigs, their combined Fantasy Festival lineup (it’s a stunner) and lots more in a great chat that you are sure to enjoy!
2021-09-1941 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #64 Steve Firth (Embrace)ALL YOU GOOD GOOD PEOPLE, LISTEN TO (STEVE FIRTH) & ME…
What an honour to have the Bass Player from Embrace, Mr Steve Firth, be the guest on The Fantastival Podcast #64.
Steve joined our great lineup of guests to speak all about learning guitar, joining Embrace, their amazing debut album, a huge comeback (twice), the future, his gig memories, favourite acts, collated his Fantasy Festival and more in an episode that that we’re very proud of and had huge delight in recording.
So we hope you enjoy this episode and if you have, go deep...
2021-09-1246 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #63 Sally WoodIt’s truly a delight to be joined by the awesome Sally Wood on this week’s Fantastival Podcast as we return from a 2 week break with a bang with an absolute legend.
Listen as Sally collates her Fantasy Festival by choosing her 5 acts and talks all things music as she also tells us how she got her first job in hmv, seeing some acts who went on to be huge in tiny venues, why her parents would like her opening act and lots more in a short and sweet episode.
And after you’ve listened...
2021-09-0533 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #62 Nick AllanAnother hmv guest is up on The Fantastival Podcast this week as the wonderful Nick Allan joined Steve to talk all things music such as his tastes, experiences, memories and more whilst also collating his Fantasy Festival by choosing just 5 acts...
A great chat with a very passionate music fan who had some great gig stories, talked about some awesome acts, taking photos, had a great Fantasy Festival and just a very pleasant 45 minutes as the time absolutely flew by!
And after you’ve listened to Nick’s Fantastival Podcast go deeper and check out his Sp...
2021-08-1545 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #61 Andy AndersonAn hmv icon is up this week as Andy Anderson joined Steve to talk all things music such as his tastes, his experiences, memories and more and also collate his Fantasy Festival by choosing just 5 acts...
You’ll be smiling as Andy looks back on some amazing gigs he’s seen, some he’s missed out on, his amazing career at hmv, his lifelong support of Man City, his love of film, his love of music (and in particular a certain period) as he tells us about why he’s chosen his 5 acts with such a passion and energ...
2021-08-0842 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #60 Pete Wilkinson (Cast, Shack, Echo & The Bunnymen, Aviator)To celebrate The Fantastival Podcast reaching #60 we wanted a special guest, which is exactly what we have as Pete Wilkinson joined Steve to talk all things music including his career, experiences, tastes, the future and collate his Fantasy Festival...
Steve was in awe of Pete at several parts of this chat as he talked about playing in bands and getting into music at a very young age, meeting John Power and joining Cast, playing all over the world with Echo & The Bunnymen, joining and playing with Shack after college, his stint in The Hours and more all in...
2021-08-0150 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #59 Lyle Kennedy (La Club Royale)Bringing you all good vibes with The Fantastival Podcast #59 as Steve spoke to vocalist Lyle Kennedy from the excellent La Club Royale....
Lyle talked all about music including how he got into playing in bands, acts he’s into, gig memories, getting his first albums whilst also collating his awesome Fantasy Festival lineup with quite a few great acts getting a mention on the Fantastival Podcast for the first time.
And after you’ve listened to Lyle’s Fantastival Podcast go deeper and check out La Club Royale on Spotify and a Spotify Playlist featuring Lyle’s c...
2021-07-2534 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #58 Sam LambethThe Fantastival Podcast is back with a bang as singer songwriter, Sam Lambeth, is our guest on #58....
Sam talks all things music including writing songs again in lockdown, recording his excellent ‘Love & Exile’ album (check it out, link below), learning to play guitar with his grandad, supporting some awesome artists, his love of some great acts who didn’t make his Fantasy Festival and also collating his awesome Fantasy Festival lineup in an episode you’ll really enjoy!
And after you’ve listened to Sam’s Fantastival Podcast go deeper and check out his ‘Love & Exile’ album on...
2021-07-1849 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #57 Tara LynchGUI-TARA HERO...🎸
Get ready to rock on The Fantastival Podcast as solo recording and touring artist, multi instrumentalist, guitar player from the heavens, Tara Lynch, is our guest on #57....
Tara talks all things music as she talks about first picking up a guitar, buying her first records, getting into the music industry, her enjoyment of playing live, recording her excellent ‘Evil Enough’ album whilst also collating her awesome Fantasy Festival lineup in an episode not to be missed.
And after you’ve listened to Tara’s Fantastival Podcast go deeper and check out her website, h...
2021-07-0455 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #56 Rob SummersIt’s a banger this week as Rob Summers is the guest on The Fantastival Podcast #56...
Rob talks all about his eclectic music taste (he’s an absolute fountain of knowledge), favourite and least favourite gigs, collates his excellent Fantasy Festival, tells 2 of the best stories you’ll ever on any Pod you’ve ever listened to, reveals his personal reasons for wanting to be a guest and lots more.
And after you’ve listened to Rob’s Fantastival Podcast go deeper and check out his Apple Music Playlist featuring tracks put forward by him featuring all...
2021-06-271h 06
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #55 Travis Marc (Pyramid Tongue, Dead Days, The Wolfe Johns Blues Band, Hyena Black)The 55th Fantastival Podcast sees multi-instrumentalist/songwriter, frontman of Alternative/Rock band “Dead Days”, drummer in The Wolfe Johns Blues Band, creator of exciting new project “Hyena Black", formerly of Pyramid Tongue, the one and only Travis Marc...
Listen as Travis talks to Steve all about music including his life story in music, how he got his first drum kit, their mutual love of Flickerstick & Bands On The Run, drumming for Little Mix and Ellie Goulding, his Fantasy Festival lineup plus more in a episode that just flew by.
Check out Travis’ website: https://travismarc.com/home
2021-06-201h 20
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #54 Joe LazarusHey Joe...
Joe Lazarus’ Fantastival Podcast is here as he talks all about music whilst also collating his excellent Fantasy Festival where a few new acts to talk about including another headliner making a Fantastival debut.
Listen as the Touring / Session drummer talks all about the acts he loves, touring with Mike Vennart, Circa Waves, Voodoo Six, Tara Lynch, meeting Dave Grohl, having a very famous bass playing Uncle in the worlds biggest metal band, seeing his first gig at 9 months old, picking up the sticks when he was 5, his Fantasy Festival lineup plus more in a...
2021-06-1338 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #53 Perry ManningPerry Manning’s Fantastival Podcast is here as he talks all about music whilst also collating his excellent PTM Fantasy Festival where a headliner makes his Fantastival debut...
Listen as the acoustic singer/songwriter from the Midlands talks all about the acts he loves, his own music, his Fantasy Festival plus more in a very short but enjoyable 32 minutes.
If you enjoyed this episode go and check out Perry’s YouTube channel where you can watch him perform original songs and covers and his music on Spotify:
https://youtube.com/c/PerryManningOfficial
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2021-06-0632 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #52 Darby ToddJoining Steve for the 52nd Fantastival Podcast is the brilliant Darby Todd (currently touring with Jethro Tull guitarist Martin Barre, previous drum credits include The Darkness, Alan Price, Gary Moore, Kee Marcello (Europe), Joe Lynn Turner (Rainbow) Gary Moore, Carl Verheyen, Robert Plant, Disney's The Lion King, Robben Ford, Paul Gilbert and many others), aswell as his solo album released earlier this year.
We had a brilliant chat about all things music, his music experiences, tastes and as an artist and fan plus lots more as Darby also collated his Fantasy Festival which is absolutely brilliant.
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2021-05-3043 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #51 John RowleyWe are 51 and are celebrating The Fantastival Podcast in the most rockin way that we know how, with John Rowley...
Listen as John and Steve have a great chat about all things music as John collated his wonderful Fantasy Festival, which is one of the best titled ones yet and has a superb twist with his final 2 acts, plus lots more in an episode which will make you want to rock out like you’ve never done before.
And after you’ve listened to John’s Fantastival Podcast go deeper and please do rock out which hi...
2021-05-2344 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #50 Ian Prowse (Pele & Amsterdam) ❤️💛💚💙What a way to turn 50 on The Fantastival Podcast as Steve got to chat with the brilliant frontman & songwriter for Amsterdam & Pele, the legendary Ian Prowse. ❤️💛💚💙
What an honour it was to have Ian on the podcast as we spoke all about his life in music, his time in Pele and Amsterdam, first records, favourite gigs, life during lockdown, the songs that changed his life and lots more whilst Ian collated his ProwseyFest Fantasy Festival.
And after you’ve listened to the Podcast go deeper and check out the awesome Spotify Playlist of tracks put forward by Ian fe...
2021-05-1648 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #49 Derek WalklateAs we approach the big 50 we’re delighted that ex hmv’er, craft beer enthusiast and Port Vale fan Mr Derek Walklate joins us for The Fantastival Podcast #49...
One of the reasons I love doing this podcast is cos you find out so much about people in such a short space of time just through talking to them about music, as you’ll learn about Derek seeing gigs all over the world, dress rehearsals in empty rooms with 2 of the biggest stars on the planet, standing next to David Beckham on the side of the stage at Glaston...
2021-05-0943 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #48 Simon Mason (Hightown Pirates)#48 of The Fantastival Podcast has musician, writer, performer and dad, Simon Mason, from the excellent Hightown Pirates, talking all things music and collating his Fantasy Festival...
Listen as Simon tells us how music saved his life, the importance of a mixtape, how seeing The Jam was world changing, hand clapping on one of Steve’s favourite Oasis tracks, touring with The Libertines and opening up for Pete Doherty, ageism in the music industry, working with Youth, Mick Head playing in his living room, who Simon would have at his Fantasy Festival plus so much more in one of...
2021-05-021h 13
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #47 Del GentiliniIt just had to be done and so it has as the wonderful human being, Juve fan, guitarist extraordinaire, Mr Del Gentilini has eventually been called up to The Fantastival Podcast to collate his Fantasy Festival and talk all things music...
Listen as Del speaks about so many different acts, gigs and festivals he’s been to and not only put together an outstanding lineup with his 5 acts, but also mentioned many more in his acts who didn’t make it as the time just flew by.
And once you’ve listened to the episode why not...
2021-04-2550 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #46 Barry Galvin (Bash)Ladies & Gentleman, you are invited to join The Fantastival Podcast for The Big Bash as this week singer, songwriter, Leyton Orient announcer, the awesome Barry ‘Bash’ Galvin guests to collate his Fantasy Festival and to talk all things music...
A great chat with many a superb story as Barry told us about his favourite acts, gigs, writing songs, getting a support slot for his favourite act and is the first guest to create a Fantastival Supergroup making this episode another must listen.
And once you’ve listened to the episode why not go deeper as Barry has...
2021-04-1849 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #45 Jamie DoddTurn it up & get The Fantastival Podcast #45 on your speakers as it’s the #SoMetal Mr Jamie Dodd himself joining me to talk all things music and collate his Fantasy Festival with his 5 acts as we also talk...
🎩 Jamie being a Music Pimp
🎤 Singing in Violent Asylum
🔊 His love of ‘music with balls’
🤟Meeting bands before and after gigs
😎A quite tremendous Iggy Pop tale
🎶A ton of acts, acts & more acts
🗣Lots of amazing stories
🎸🔥And his Fantasy Festival
And once you’ve listened to the episode why no...
2021-04-111h 07
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #44 Tom WakemanIt’s the birthday boy Tom Wakeman who joins us on this weeks Fantastival Podcast as it’s his turn to talk all things music and collate his Fantasy Festival...
A real interesting episode as once again we didn’t get many predictions correct as we realised we knew less about Tom than thought, but boy did we enjoy learning all about him as he talks about growing up in Nottingham, moving to London, seeing some great gigs, why Latitude is his favourite festival, the best present ever from his Uncle Mick (a mixtape), his absolute love for his...
2021-04-0441 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #43 Yasmin ErridgeIt’s All Killer No Filler as the awesome Yasmin Erridge joins Steve on The Fantastival Podcast to talk all things music and collate her Fantasy Festival...
No stone is left unturned as the guitar based rock, Motown loving, frontman loving Yas talks all about her early music buying habits, why she loves Latitude, having an amazing knack of seeing the right acts at the right time in the right venues, the pain of leaving some acts out, Micky Bubbles, her cat, and lots more as she picks just 5 acts to play at her superb Fantastival.
So...
2021-03-2842 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #42 Matt WilliamsFresh from writing the Theme and Incidental music for ‘The Great British Dig’, Musician, Songwriter, Composer, Pantheist, Single Malt adorer, Wanderer, Father, Husband, Geek (his words), the one and only Matt Williams joins Steve on the #42 edition of The Fantastival Podcast to talk all things music and collate his Fantasy Festival...
Without spoiling anything Matt tells us what music means to him, what makes a great gig, looks back on experiences that have shaped his life in music and far too much more to try and explain in a podcast that will make you smile, laugh and even s...
2021-03-211h 01
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #41 Dave DhannooThis week we have some words from our awesome guest Dave Dhannoo about himself and music...
Dave, 34, fellow South Stander watching the mighty O’s.
'When it comes to music, I’d say the majority of the stuff I listen to is instrumental. I guess the origins of instrumental music comes from an early age – 5/6 years old. I remember my mum buying a Classical Musical magazine which I believe was fortnightly. Every issue came with a tape of a featured classical music composer – Mozart, Handel, etc. I remember her playing the tapes at home and really lik...
2021-03-1439 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #40 Ian SalmonWhat a way to turn 40 in this week’s Fantastival Podcast as we welcome the awesome and inspirational Ian Salmon to collate his Fantasy Festival in one of the best episodes so far...
Ian had us captivated right from the start of our conversation as he speaks all about his journey so far (which is an amazing story in itself), his favourite gigs (including an adventure to New York to be very envious about), getting into music and what acts he was listening to, acts that just missed out on his Fantasy Festival, the 5 acts who did mak...
2021-03-071h 15
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #39 Damian EvansIt gives us great pleasure to introduce a man of many talents, a winner of Pointless, a quiz master, king of Sporcle and all round amazing man, Mr Damian Evans, on this week’s Fantastival Podcast as we leave our thirties...
Damo is a wealth of musical knowledge and it was so good to speak to him as we had a great catch up and talked all things music whilst Mr Evans collated his Fantasy Festival lineup.
And not only that, but we have put together a Spotify Playlist with all Damian’s selected acts and so...
2021-02-2837 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #38 Jordan HaywardHoly cow we are up to Episode 38 and finally have the awesomeness that is Jordan Hayward on The Fantastival Podcast as he joins Steve to talk all things music and collate his Fantasy Festival by choosing 5 acts (1 playing a full studio album), venue and an encore of any song which all of his acts will perform together.
This was a real fun podcast to do as we realised fairly early on that Steve knew absolutely nothing (apart from 1 act) about Jordan’s musical tastes as he shared some great stories about CD Walkmans, whose concert he got bla...
2021-02-2144 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #37 Jeremy MichaelWHAT A BEAUTIFUL DAY...❤️
It’s episode number 37 and what an experience we have for you as it’s our favourite Watford fan, SMG’s very own Managing Director, all round great guy, the wonderful Jeremy Michael is this weeks guest on The Fantastival Podcast as he joins Steve to talk all things music and collate his Fantasy Festival by choosing 5 acts (1 playing a full studio album), venue and an encore of any song which all of his acts will perform together.
Jeremy shared plenty of great stories including seeing Billy Joel with his sisters, talking abou...
2021-02-1446 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #36 Lesley WatsonShe finally caved in and gave into the call of the Fantasival as the amazing Lesley Watson joins Steve to talk all things music whilst collating her Fantasy Festival by choosing 5 acts (1 playing a full studio album), venue and an encore of any song which all of her acts will perform together.
Lesley told some amazing stories including meeting George Michael and getting his autograph (plus other superb autograph stories), seeing Bon Jovi 31 times, sneaking into the 1000th Top Of The Pops episode and meeting The Police, some incredible hmv PA stories (The Ramones one is crazy, b...
2021-02-0755 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #35 Martin Stephenson (Martin Stephenson & The Daintees)Boy oh boy... what an episode is in store for you as we have superb songwriter, excellent guitarist, leader of the superb Martin Stephenson & The Daintees, the one and only Martin Stephenson joins Steve to talk all things music whilst collating his Fantasy Festival by choosing 5 acts (1 playing a full studio album), venue and an encore of any song to close his Fantastival.
Martin spoke about his musical career, learning the guitar with his table tennis teacher, being in awe of Roddy Frame, the awe of London, new acts he’s listening to, hanging out with Billy Con...
2021-01-311h 10
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #34 Mark ButcherWhat a guest we have for you on the 34th episode of the Fantastival as Steve is joined all way from Sri Lanka by Cricketing legend, ace songwriter and musician... Mr Mark Butcher.
We had a great chat as Mark told Steve all about his musical tastes and experiences, being a songwriter and performing, how lockdown has been, cricket talk plus lots more. Mark mentioned many many great acts during this podcast, but just who has made it into his Fantasy Festival, but what could he possibly call it and where could it be staged?
Th...
2021-01-2456 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #33 Paul Johnston-NaylorHEY YOU GUYS!
The Fantastival Podcast is back for 2021 with our 33rd episode as we are joined by one of Steve’s hmv colleagues, Tik Tok sensation @Gooniedad, the Goonietastic... Mr Paul Johnston-Naylor.
We chatted for the first time in 2 years as Paul told Steve all about him musical tastes and experiences as we had a great chat about all things music, times at hmv Oxford Street, The Goonies, Tik Tok and lots more.
If you know PJN you’ll know how enjoyable this will be and you’ll love listening to him talking a...
2021-01-1752 min
TrajectoryStephen Curry: TranscendenceFollowing the story of Stephen Curry, we explore his time at Davidson College where he went on to amaze the crowds, his family, and the entire nation with his basketball prowess.
2021-01-0306 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #32 Neil TaylorIT’S CHHRRRIISSSSSTTMMMAAAAASSSS!
It’s our 32nd episode and the last one in 2020 as we are joined by not just an hmv legend, but an absolute legend of a person, an inspiration to Steve and countless others, the one & only... Mr Neil Taylor.
We caught up as Neil collated his Fantasy Festival with a very credible lineup, great acts, superb stories and many wonderful recollections including stories about Weller, Ozzy, Stereophonics. Live Aid, how Now Thats What I Call Music Volume 2 changed his life, plus many more.
If you know NT you’ll know how...
2020-12-1348 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #31 Ben EastwoodFor our 31st Episode we caught up with one of the nicest people on the planet as the master of The Eastwood Shuffle, the brilliant Ben Eastwood joined Steve to collate his Fantasy Festival with a stunning and surprising lineup as we talked all things music with gigs, fantastic stories (crowd surfing included) plus many more wonderful recollections.
Does Ben break out into song in the podcast? Did Ben really crowd surf?
Will Ben’s beloved Pearl Jam make it into his Fantasy Festival?
There is only one way to find out, so get l...
2020-12-0648 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #30 Jonathan Baker-LaceyWe turn 30 in this episode and what a way to do it as we are joined by Steve’s ex hmv head office colleague, the rugby playing, returns master, record spinner himself, the one and only Jonathan Baker-Lacey.
Listen as Jon tells us all about his musical tastes, favourite live experiences and collates his Fantasy Festival by choosing 5 acts, but who will he choose?
Jon also shared some great stories that are well worth tuning in for...
Why were 5pm on Fridays so important?
What song did Jon sing to warm up the...
2020-11-2958 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #29 Sharon JonesSit back and enjoy as we have the ‘big haired, coffee loving, sax playing, dance machine, unicorn hybrid, 80’s chick, the human equivalent of sunshine’...
Sharon Jones joining us on the 29th episode of The Fantastival Podcast.
You’ll be smiling as Sharon collates her Fantasy Festival with a superb lineup including lots of guest spots, as we also talked about all things music as Sharon looked back on her favourite gigs, musical tastes and told us some amazing stories featuring Megadeth, Kenny Loggins, Linkin Park (incredible story), Wedstock, Hard Rock Hell, Neil Buchanan (yes, really), C...
2020-11-221h 16
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #28 Maureen StevensShe resisted the call for far too long but eventually we got the brilliant Maureen Stevens to join Steve on The Fantastival Podcast to talk all things music and to collate her Fantasy Festival...
Maureen gives us a great insight into her musical tastes as she tells us all about her first music buying experience (with a very credible album), her favourite ever gig (no complaints here), an awesome story of being locked in a music store waiting for an artist to perform at a PA, acts who didn’t make her Fantasy Festival lineup whilst also col...
2020-11-151h 02
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #27 Mike GrantGRANTY CALLING...
One of the most awesome people in the whole world joins Steve on The Fantastival Podcast this week as everyone’s favourite Norwich City fan, hmv legend, tea loving, space guru. the one and only, Mr Mike Grant gets to collate his Fantasy Festival recorded in the room of dreams, The Kate Bush Room.
Mike talks all about his love of music, some incredible gig & festival experiences, first records bought, the influence of some of the acts and lots more whilst collating a Fantastival we would all love to see, plus we have a bo...
2020-11-0852 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #26 Leigh ClancyIt’s time to welcome one of our favourite Australians onto The Fantastival Podcast, the curly haired legend, the one and only, Mr Leigh Clancy...
Leigh not only collates a wonderfully titled Fantasy Festival, but also tells us about his first records bought, festival & gig experiences (of which there are many and several festival lineups he’s been at could be Fantastivals themselves) and his musical tastes all whilst catching up with Steve and recalling some great memories.
And the legend himself has beat us to it and collates his acts into an absolutely awesome Spotif...
2020-11-011h 00
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #25 Jo ToppingAs we reach our quarter of a century we are joined by the Queen of Distribution Jo Topping who chats Steve to collate her superb Fantasy Festival...
Jo tells us all about what she has been listening to, her favourite festival and gig experiences, her first single and record purchases, her favourite acts, a chance meeting with Steve Lamacq all whilst putting together a wonderful Fantastival lineup and encore in this episode not to be missed.
If you’ve enjoyed the Fantastival Podcast please give us a follow on Twitter @FantastivalP and remember to check for...
2020-10-2545 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #24 Paul HammondThe awesome @paullistensto Paul Hammond joined Steve in hmv Head Office to collate his Fantasy Festival as we caught up for the first time in 2 years to talk music, music, music aswell as live experiences, hmv & lots more...
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2020-10-181h 14
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #23 Dave VictorThe voice of Orient and legend that is Dave Victor is up next on The Fantastival Podcast as he collates his Fantasy Festival and shares some wonderful stories as he creates a lineup straight out of the capital including a first time for comperes to come and introduce acts and lots of guests to join them.
The school podcast “Radio Zoinks” that Dave mentions in the episode is available at Greenside School website (www.greenside.herts.sch.uk).
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2020-10-1151 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #22 Chris CainThe wonderful Chris Cain is up next on The Fantastival Podcast as he joined me face to face (socially distanced of course) to collate his Fantasy Festival, talk music, gigs, experiences and lots more in this very enjoyable episode!
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2020-10-0453 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #21 Paul StevensThe Fantastival Podcast turns 21 as Paul Stevens joins us to collate his Fantasy Festival as our favourite Newcastle supporter also talks all things music, his tastes, gig experiences, his time at hmv (including some great stories about Elton John & Meatloaf) and lots more as this is definitely a Fantastival that is all shine, all shine.
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2020-09-2741 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #20 Glen WilkieFor the 20th episode of The Fantastival Podcast Steve is joined by ex Leyton Orient player and the man who is full of surprises Mr Glen Wilkie...
Glen collates his Fantastival by choosing his 5 acts, album and encore whilst leaving Steve speechless several times as he reveals he went on tour with one of the worlds biggest bands, has played football with some of Britpops biggest stars and had bizarre backstage chats with many a music legend.
This is also notable for being the first episode where we had to record an extra piece after th...
2020-09-201h 19
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #19 Pete OllerenshawPete Ollerenshaw is our guest on the 19th episode of The Fantastival Podcast as he joins Steve to collate his Fantasy Festival lineup...
We also talk about Pete’s musical tastes and experiences and with someone who has worked for hmv for over 25 years and worked in the music industry previously Pete has many great acts to talk about and stories to share.
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Sprea...
2020-09-131h 03
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #18 Rob BentonThe 18th episode of The Fantastival Podcast sees Rob Benton come and collate his Fantasy Festival as he picks his 5 act, 1 album and encore. Listen as Rob shares his superb musical passion and knowledge as he talks us through his acts, musical tastes and some awesome live experiences.
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2020-09-061h 19
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #17 Paul Monaghan (Maximum Power Up)After a week away the Fantastival Podcast returns with a bang and the longest episode to date as we invite Paul Monaghan from the awesome Maximum Power Up Podcast to collate his Fantasy Festival with Steve.
Listen up as Paul talks us through his musical tastes and experiences as he chooses his 5 acts, album and encore and does a first on the Fantastival Podcast with his pre-headline act!
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2020-08-311h 16
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #16 Steve Foster (DJ Fozzie)It’s our sweet sixteenth episode and who better to join us than this weeks guest Steve Foster (DJ Fozzie) who is not only the mighty Leyton Orient’s Chief Scout but also does the odd bit of DJ’ing soul nights in the Essex area...
Have a listen as Steve collates his DILLIGAF Fantasy Festival at Clacton Pier and takes us through his musical tastes and experiences in this superb podcast!
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2020-08-1648 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #15 Ady ShawAfter 3 international podcasts its time to bring it back to the UK and there’s no finer guest to do this with than Mr Ady Shaw, a good work friend of Steve at the mighty hmv...
Ady gets to collate his Fantastival at the venue of his choice (we love his choice) at his superbly titled North Of England, South Of Heaven as we also talk about Ady’s musical experiences & tastes in a podcast not to be missed!
If you’ve enjoyed the Fantastival Podcast please give us a follow on Twitter @FantastivalP and remembe...
2020-08-0944 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #14 Rob Allen (Augustines)All the way from New York... It’s time for Steve’s old friend from Gearies Infants & Junior School, not to mention the fantastic drummer of the superb Augustines, Rob Allen to collate his Fantastival by choosing his 5 acts, venue, full album and an encore, whilst telling us about his musical tastes and experiences as he also let’s us in on a few fantastic stories that you do not want to miss!
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2020-08-021h 06
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #13 Jason Ringenberg (Jason & The Scorchers)It’s time for the godfather of Americana, frontman of Jason & The Scorchers, Farmer Jason himself, the one & only Jason Ringenberg to collate his Fantasy Festival & talk to Steve about his musical experiences, tastes & lots more in this enjoyable podcast!
Jason has a unique take on his Fantastival and you’ll have to work on the Ringenberg Family Farm for a ticket, and Jason also makes Fantastival history by naming the same artist twice in his 5 acts...
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2020-07-2638 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #12 Joel RogersThe Fantastival Podcast goes fully international as Joel Rogers is our guest on this 12th episode all the way from Australia.
Listen as Joel collates his Fantastival in this Interactive Podcast as a question to Steve dictates the line up for his Does Your Father Know You’re Here Fantastival to bring peace to the world...
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2020-07-1947 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #11 Dan StoneSteve’s first real gig buddy, wearer of the iconic gig jumper, the lead to Steve’s rhythm in the early days of learning the guitar and awesome bassist of the now defunct The Flow Mr Dan Stone is the guest on the 11th episode of The Fantastival Podcast...
Let Dan take you away as we are heading to Iceland for Dan’s Fantastival filled with groove, funk, rock, indie, electronica and lots more in this totally enjoyable episode not to be missed!
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2020-07-121h 00
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #10 Ross EmbletonSteve’s good friend, 3rd Outlooker & Leyton Orient Head Coach Ross Embleton is the guest on the 10th episode of The Fantastival Podcast as Ross collates his Fantasy Festival with Steve telling us all about his musical tastes, experiences and a famous song that he is sure mentions his Grandpa Terry!
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2020-07-0554 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #9 Richard Strockl (Two Bob Short)Frontman of the excellent Essex Covers Band Two Bob Short and Steve’s good friend Mr Richard Strockl joins us this week as he collates his Fantasy Festival (his Fantastival - StrockFest in Austria) as he shares his musical experiences with us as he chooses his 5 acts, album and encore in a Fantastival not to be forgotten.
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2020-06-281h 04
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #8 Robb MyersSteve is joined by the legend and 1/3 of the gigging Nussbaum / Myers / Myers tripod Robb Myers as Robb collates his ‘Rock Heritage’ Fantastival.
Along with Robb's acts, album and encore we also hear some great stories from Robb on his musical experiences in a Fantastival not to be missed (please note there is a sound delay with Steve in this episode which sometimes makes it sound like Steve is overtalking Robb - which he would never do).
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2020-06-2239 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #7 Marc NicholsonThe 7th episode of The Fantastival Podcast is here as Steve’s good friend Marc Nicholson guests as we collate his Fantastival with many amazing stories as it’s time for the ‘Take Back Ibiza’ Fantastival.
If you like Marc’s selections check out his Fantastival Spotify Playlist:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/75ZkeryOZx1BYyc29FsUlN?si=akh6w8B8Sxyx8I0Qp04D1A
As we spoke about tinnitus here are a few useful links:
https://actiononhearingloss.org.uk
https://www.tinnitus.org.uk
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS PODCAST CON...
2020-06-161h 00
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #6 David Drew (Desert Dusk)In the 6th episode of The Fantastival Podcast Desert Dusk frontman and Ultimate Power legend David Drew joins Steve to collate his Scoff Fest Fantastival at The Standard in Walthamstow as he takes us on a most righteous journey with some awesome acts, a huge encore to be remembered and lots more.
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2020-06-1054 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #5 Andy GilsonAndy Gilson is up next to collate his Fantastival as he talks to Steve about his taste in music as he takes us through his 5 acts with many amusing stories and a great knowledge of music.
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2020-06-0543 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #4 Charlotte LawranceIt’s a workmate up next for Steve as Charlotte Lawrance from hmv HQ joins the Fantastival Podcast to collate her Fantasy Festival as she is taking us off to Sweden for her Summer Pop Rocksical.
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2020-05-3141 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #3 Andrew MyersIn the 3rd episode of the Fantastival Podcast Steve talks to his his good friend and gig buddy Andrew Myers who collates his We Were Fantastival as he brings the fun over to Upminster.
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2020-05-2548 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #2 Neil SlotnickNeil Slotnick AKA Niccolo Machiavelli joins Steve to collate his Fantastival as he bombards Steve with musical facts galore and unreal recommendations in this most enjoyable podcast as he brings The Equinox Fantastival to the Duga Radar in Chernobyl.
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Spread the word... and the word is Fantastival!
2020-05-2048 min
The Fantastival PodcastFantastival Podcast - #1 Paul LevyPaul Levy is the first ever guest on the Fantastival Podcast as he joins Steve to collate his Fantastival in this brand new adventure as he brings his Rockin’ The Trance Fantastival to Hyde Park.
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Spread the word... and the word is Fantastival!
2020-05-1231 min