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How To Write A TuneJaz Delorean (Tankus The Henge)This week Jay and Tony are joined by Tankus The Henge front man Jaz Delorean. The boys go deep and explore the mind of this brilliant song writer. Tankus The Henge are currently on tour around the UK - catch them at www.TankusTheHenge.com to see where they are playing near you, listen to their latest music and much more. Check out some of Jaz's other mad ideas at http://www.jazdelorean.com/ 2017-05-041h 32
How To Write A TuneSkits, Bits, Songs n ShitThis week Jay and Tony shoot the shit about some new creative projects that Tony will be pitching to create over the coming months. Mostly the British comedy version of Power Rangers! More guest shows coming later this week, so keep your eyes peeled. And why not follow us too, @H2WAT on twitter, How To Write A Tune on Facebook, @H2WAT_ on Instagram. Loads of guests and competition updates in the coming months. Get involved at HowToWriteATune.com Need to buy something online? Use this link when going to...2017-04-241h 11
How To Write A TuneAdam 'Shuffle T' WoollardThis week Jay and Tony are joined by rap battler, actor and comedy writer Shuffle T. He and partner in rhyme Marlow are the reigning Don't Flop Doubles Rap Battle Champions. Check out their battles and comedy sketches on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/woollardandmarlow https://www.youtube.com/user/DontFlop Catch @Shuffle_T on twitter Enjoy the show2017-04-191h 49
The All Seeing Guys with Greg & JoeThe Flat Earth PlungeWelcome to episode 49 of The All Seeing Guys with Greg & Joe, after a run of rum & guest heavy episodes we take step back and have a chilled conversation about a man who puts fish up his bum, ok, it's not that chilled & we still have rum. We also look into the rise of Flat Earthers & really go into the belief behind The flat Earth, then we get side tracked, at one point we are discussing the evolution of DVD menus, the cancelled reality show 'Eden', #Plunge or #Gunge becomes a thing & Bill Pullmans Independence Day speech gets the Wankerty...2017-04-111h 29
How To Write A TuneJay vs Tony - The Weigh InsJay vs Tony - The Weigh Ins - Happy New Year! This week is a special episode to bring in the new year. With resolutions dropping like flies, Jay and Tony undertake a weight gain/loss challenge. Check out Bones Knows Podcast, Facebook live and the QUAK Clan on Youtube to keep up with how the boys are doing and get involved with the shit talking on all of your social medias: @DrLoveGroove #TeamJay #IAmQuinoa @SirBonesley #TeamTony #IAmSugar And why not follow us too, @H2WAT on twitter, How To Write...2017-01-091h 03
How To Write A TuneDavid Goo and Elliot Mason returnThis week Jay and Tony are joined by 2 returning guests who have an excellent night out for all of you in store. David Goo featured on the first ever episode of H2WAT and Elliot was on around this time last year. So come join us on Monday November 28th 2016 (Yes tonight!) @ The Bedford in Balham for David Goo Presents 'The Elliot Mason Show, Episode 6' Premiere. H2WAT crew will be in the house, so come and say hi! See you this evening. Today's tunes is 'If You Were My...2016-11-281h 00
How To Write A TuneJarek, BD and Chris from The US 100 PodcastThis week Jay and Tony are joined by friends of pod Jarek Zaba, Brent Davies and Chris Kelly, the team behind the brand new podcast The US 100. Join them on their epic journey across the American musical landscape and in contrast to this show, a lot of research and hard work has gone into making The US 100 an enjoyable and educational experience, we liken Jarek to a Dan Carlin for music... Check them out at http://theus100.com/, where you will find the playlist, long form articles, the podcasts themselves and their B-sides with all t...2016-11-251h 05
How To Write A TuneRowan 'Eurgh' Faife from Don't FlopThis week Jay and Tony are joined by legendary battle rapper and Founder of Don't Flop Rowan 'Eurgh' Faife. Lots of booze and great stories, so please enjoy. Don't Flop's 8th Birthday is coming this November. Join the festivities over 4 days, from London to Leeds on 17-20th Nov. For details and tickets, check out http://dontflop.com/2016-10-281h 42
How To Write A TuneInternational Podcast Day SpecialThe boys enjoy celebrating International Podcast Day with Greg and Joe form The All Seeing Guys. Exclusive preview of The BrassKats brand new tune 'Too Sleepy (For A Revolution), drunken banter and much much more. Enjoy2016-09-302h 11
Bones KnowsInternational Podcast Day Special Greg and-Joe from The All Seeing Guys and Jay from How To Write A TuneWelcome back to Bones Knows. This week Bones is joined by Greg and-Joe from The All Seeing Guys and Jay from How To Write A Tune for a special International Podcast day session... and the beers they be flowing. There will be a version of this show going out on How To Write A Tune and The All Seeing Guys too, but have no fear, I have some exclusive content to thank you for coming here. At the end of the podcast, for the patient or the fast forwarders among you is a sneak preview o...2016-09-302h 07
How To Write A TuneDesert PlanesThis week Jay and Tony are joined by Tom and Ben from Desert Planes. Their new single Together Apart is this week's track and is out now at all of your favourite music dispensaries. For links to everything Desert Planes catch them on www.desertplanes.com. @desertplanes2016-09-291h 19
How To Write A TuneEarthtideThis week Jay and Tony sit down with local rockers Earthtide. They have a new Live EP 'Live, Loud & Loaded' coming out on October 7th 2016 and you can join them at the Fighting Cocks, Kingston for the album launch that evening. Free entry and anyone who has seen Earthtide before knows that it will be a proper party. This week's track 'Airship' is an exclusive from 'Live, Loud & Loaded'.2016-09-201h 58
How To Write A TuneRenny Carroll (Forever Never)This week Tony and Jay are joined by the R Kelly of Heavy Metal - Renny Carroll from Forever Never. They talk about the importance of melody and how some metal bands lose their way just trying to be ‘Metal’. Forever Never have a new EP Speak Up and today’s track One Life is from that EP. They are on tour in November so for shows, music, videos and much more catch them on all the social medias or at www.ForeverNever.com.2016-09-091h 39
How To Write A TuneThe Lounge KittensThis week Jay and Tony are joined by our sisters from another litter - The Lounge Kittens. Their new album Sequins & C-Bombs is out on Sept 16 2016 and you can pre-order it now from www.PledgeMusic.com/TheLoungeKittens For tour dates and much more, check out www.TheLoungeKittens.com This week's track is the debut single from Sequins & C-Bombs - Alice Cooper's Poison. Enjoy.2016-08-231h 57
How To Write A TuneH2WAT LIVE - BoomTown Fair hype show with RUMPSTEPPERS, George, Millie Manders & Crinkle CutsEPISODE 50!!!! woohoo! The first ever H2WAT LiveStream - catch the video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/tu3_CQ6w7SU?t=52m24s This week Jay and Tony are joined live in the studio by Liam from RUMPSTEPPERS and BrassArmy veteran George. Millie Manders and Crinkle Cuts call in to let us know how they have been getting along and everyone gets hyped about BoomTown Fair this weekend. This week's song is The BrassKats - Powerlines (from Suitable For Public Consumption EP)2016-08-111h 36
How To Write A TuneThe Living Room presents Dicerollers (The All Seeing Guys)This week Jay and Tony are joined by podcasting brethren Greg and Joe from Dicerollers. Check out their podcast The All Seeing Guys: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/all-seeing-guys-greg-joe/id1039902417?mt=2 This week's track is Dicerollers - Screwed (Produced by Ronin) and will be featured on their up and coming mix tape 'They Say it's Good For You' Check out everything Diceroller on Soundcloud or at www.dicerollers.bandcamp.com2016-08-051h 49Bones KnowsThe BrassKats - Africa (Toto Cover) Remastered 2016Now That Sounds Like The BrassKats (The Greatest Hits) - Volume 02 - Coming Soon! We at BrassKat HQ have decided that Volume 01 of Now That Sounds Like The BrassKats needs a little spruce up. Check out our Remastered (or finally actually mastered) version of Africa (Toto Cover). Recorded in 2006, Released 2011, Remastered 2016. If only there was a filter that would transform Tony from an American child into a British man. Can't win them all! www.TheBrassKats.com2016-08-0403 min
How To Write A TuneTrey Turner (The Icarus Account)This week Tony and Jay take you state side to chat to Trey from The Icarus Account. You can get their album 'Over The Moon' now and this weeks song is 'Chicago' from that album. Keep your eyes peeled for the new video coming very soon. The Icarus Account are also about to embark on a US Tour. Catch them in all the normal social media places or at www.TheIcarusAccount.com for dates, music and lots more.2016-07-271h 12
How To Write A TuneBones Knows and Jacking Off DadThis week it's just Jay and Tony. But have no fear there is plenty of nonsense to go round. The lads talk about the early days of 'The BrassKats', the soon to be released Bones Knows Podcast and their new band 'Jacking Off Dad' 'The Return of The BrassKats - The Debut Album' is available now at all of the usual online retailers. Also catch up on Facebook, Soundcloud, Twitter, Youtube BrassKats.com and all the other places. Today's song is Big Phat Hippie Girls.2016-07-2157 min
How To Write A TuneKhaidianThis week Jay and Tony sit down with the Andy and John from Khaidian. Much laughter and silliness ensued. Their new EP Lucidity is out Autumn/Fall 2016 and today's track Pearls Before Swine is an exclusive preview from that EP. Catch up with them on www.Khaidian.com for all the info on gigs, music and their awesome videos.2016-07-132h 00
How To Write A TuneTree House FireThis week Jay and Tony are joined by the awesome Tree House Fire. They popped into the studio on their way to this year's International London Ska Festival. Tree House Fire's new EP Coming In Hot is out now. Available at www.TreeHouseFire.co.uk or your usual online retailer. Catch them this Friday 8th July @ The Globe in Cardiff and at a plethora of festivals including Boomtown and One Love. See all their dates at www.TreeHouseFire.co.uk. Music this week is the title track from the new EP - Coming In Hot This episode of How To...2016-07-051h 14
How To Write A TuneJamie Dineen (Hellfire Orchestra)This week Tony and Jay are joined by a The Turncoat himself, frontman of The Hellfire Orchestra Jamie Dineen is in the house. Hellfire Orchestra have a new EP Bastille Day out August 1st 2016 and this week's tune is an exclusive sneak peak at Highgate Hill. Their new single and title track Bastille Day is out July 14th 2016 at all your usual retailers. Catch them on Facebook or at http://www.hellfireorchestra.com/ This episode is brought to you by The Roadie Tuner. Go to www.RoadieTuner.com and use the code 'H2WAT' at checkout for 10% off your first...2016-06-281h 22
How To Write A TuneQtoneThis week Jay and Tony are joined by friends old and new. Jess and Robb from Qtone are in the house. If you have not seen Qtone play at some point over the last 20 years, you must not go out much! Influences: NIRVARNA https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nirvana_(band) PEARL JAM https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pearl_Jam ANNIE DE FRANCO https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LiFGAw3dBpk GUN N ROSES https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guns_N%27_Roses BB KING https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/B.B._King BB KING https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Y8...2016-06-211h 20
How To Write A TuneJamzThis week we are joined by friend of the pod Jamz. You may remember Jamz from back on the George Works episode but he has so much to share of his own we brought him back for another round of How To Write A Tune. This episode is brought to you by the Roadie Tuner. Go to www.RoadieTuner.com and use the promo code H2WAT at checkout for 10% off your first purchase THE GEORGE WORKS BAND http://www.georgeworks.co.uk/about-1/ for more info on the band. https://soundcloud.com/george-works for some of the bands music. "...2016-06-161h 24
How To Write A TuneRusty ShippThis week Jay and Tony are joined live from Nashville, Tennessee by Nautical Rock'n'Roll outfit Rusty Shipp. They discuss influences, combining them all to make something new and how to use music to deliver a message. Rusty Shipp's latest single Sinking Scarabs can be found at all of your usual music dispensaries: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/sinking-scarabs-single/id1089805470 This week's episode is brought to you by the Roadie tuner, the ultimate handheld, automatic guitar tuner. Go to www.RoadieTuner.com and use the code 'H2WAT' at checkout for 10% off your first purchase. Link dump: THE BEATLES https...2016-06-071h 03
How To Write A TuneSanj Surati (Anonymous Tip)Now with Remastered Audio! This week friend of the pod Sanj Surati joined the boys in the studio for a good old reminiscing session. We talked about the good old days, lost bands and great shows, thinking you've made it, Heatham House and much more. @sanjsurati @AnonymousTip link dump: early influences inc flock of seagullls, the cure and guns and roses, and nirvana. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Flock_of_Seagulls https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Cure https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guns_N%27_Roses https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nirvana_(band) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v...2016-05-311h 26
How To Write A TuneMista TrickThis week the boys are joined in the studio by jungliest turned swinger Mista Trick. They talked about everyones favorite local pirate garage radio stations, the changing times in DJing and how a man ends up playing Swing. Catch Mista Trick this Friday May 27th at Sala BeCool in Barcelona. Check out Mista Trick on Soundcloud for a selection of his mixes and remixes. Today's track is Mista Trick's remix of London by ScrAtchOphoNe OrchEstrA. https://soundcloud.com/mistatrick/scratchophone-orchestra-london-mista-trick-remix Show Notes and Links: Boomtown: www.youtube.com/watch?v=n6Y-X6IIV7Q These guys, @jalapeno-records Sweet Life Society...2016-05-241h 22
How To Write A TuneEvelyne (Jessie Young)This week Jay and Tony hit the road and headed to Brighton where they caught up with Evelyne while extremely hungover! They discuss her journey through music, how she ended up at BIMM, writing top lines and the difference between writing for someone else vs yourself. Catch up with Evelyne (Jessie Young) on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Evelyne-173119379699750/?fref=ts2016-05-161h 14
How To Write A TuneCrinkle CutsThis week Jay and Tony are joined by the sprunk specialists Crinkle Cuts. They mobbed the studio in numbers shortly after playing a late night show and chaos ensued! You can catch Crinkle Cuts at this years Boomtown Fair and Secret Garden Party or at www.CrinkleCuts.com2016-05-091h 12
How To Write A TuneWake Up LeoThis week the boys are back down in Deal where they caught up with Wake Up Leo. If you missed Wake Up Leo at their recent show with non other that UK pop legends Space - have no fear. Click here to catch up on all things Wake Up Leo, including all the upcoming events https://www.facebook.com/wakeupleo1/?fref=ts2016-05-021h 14
How To Write A TuneHarrison RimmerThis week the Jay and Tony caught up with Harrison Rimmer during his recent UK tour. They chat about old influences, a brief rap career, getting down with Choir, playing it all yourself vs getting a band and taking it on tour. Check out Harrison's latest EP 'C' right now. https://harrisonrimmer1.bandcamp.com Just imagine if Han Solo and Arnold Rimmer had a child? How weird would that be? I'm just throwing that out there.2016-04-251h 19
How To Write A TunePatrick CraigThis week Jay and Tony sit down with Patrick Craig. In a few short years Patrick has done what many can only dream of and this week that culminates in the release of his new album. Catch the album launch party (featuring special secret guest) this Saturday 23rd April @ The Fighting Cocks. We'll see you there. For everything Paddy go to http://www.pcraiguk.com/2016-04-191h 16
How To Write A TuneJohn OtwayThis week the lads are joined by the legend John Otway. They go deep on a career spanning 40 years with one of the most entertaining men in Rock n Roll history. John is due to record a new album later this year and you could be involved. Go to JohnOtway.com and check out all his music, upcoming gigs, the album plans and how you can donate to make it even better. Kickstarter campaign goes live 1st May 2016. Today's song is 'Beware The Flowers' from 'Deep & Meaningless' with Wild Willy Barrett2016-04-121h 33
How To Write A TuneSean McGowanThis week Jay and Tony sit down with the modern day troubadour Sean McGowan. Sean is on tour with friend of the pod, Sam Duckworth's Recreations throughout April and May at a venue near you. For all Sean's dates, music, merch and much more check out http://www.musicglue.com/seanmcgowan/2016-04-041h 18
How To Write A TuneMick Burns - Feral SunThis week Jay and Tony are joined by Feral Sun front man Mick Burns. They talk about migrating bands to different hemispheres, gig stories, how to judge auditions and rocking out. Catch Feral Sun this Thursday 31st March @ The Barfly, Camden with 48 Hours, Dead Dollar Days and Alive In Lights. You can get your tickets here: http://48hours.bigcartel.com/product/expectations-album-release-show-camden-barfly-london For everything Feral Sun, catch up with them on http://www.feralsun.com2016-03-291h 18
How To Write A TuneSam Duckworth, The BrassKats and more...This week we have a special episode for you. As we are 30 weeks down we thought we'd take a break from our usual show and have some fun. We've still got a great interview with Sam Duckworth. Formerly 'Get Cape Wear Cape Fly', Sam has a new project called Recreations. Catch up with Sam on Twitter @forgetcape or go to his website www.samduckworth.co.uk. Please let us know your thoughts about this or any other episode on Facebook or Twitter @H2WAT - Enjoy End Track: The BrassKats - Steel Toe Caps and Roundhouse Kicks from the album...2016-03-211h 15
How To Write A TuneTobias Ben Jacob and Lukas DrinkwaterThis week Jay and Tony sit down with the inventive and thrilling Tobias Ben Jacob and Lukas Drinkwater. Since playing their first gig together at Glastonbury 2014 they have been on the road captivating audiences all over the UK nonstop. Check them out at: http://www.tobiasbenjacob.com/ http://www.lukasdrinkwater.co.uk/2016-03-141h 14
How To Write A TuneWe Came From WolvesThis week Jay and Tony are joined all the way from sunny Scotland by Kyle from the rocking We Came From Wolves. Their new single Ruiner is out on March 18th 2016 and you can get an exclusive look at the Official video now on WCFWTV on Youtube. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XR5MjGXVIgw) Their self-titled album is out now, check it out: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/album/we-came-from-wolves/id977776649 Check out this and all our previous episodes on HowToWriteATune.com, and why not do some shopping while you are there. Click through the Amazon Portal and help...2016-03-081h 35
How To Write A TuneChris T-TThis week Jay and Tony are joined by the legend that is Chris T-T. Dubbed a 'genius' by the BBC, 'outstanding' by The Sunday Times and an 'idiot' by Jack Osbourne, Chris has been there and done it! His new album 9 Green Songs is out on June 3rd, for more info, dates and a listen to all his previous material check out www.ChrisTT.com2016-03-011h 54
How To Write A TuneGeorge WorksIgnoring what Tony says in the intro - CHUBBA DUBS will be on March 4th, not the 5th! This week Jay and Tony go deep with the Reggae Dub master George Works. He tells tales of learning guitar on the Seven Seas, playing London Garage in South America and just generally how to be a badman. Catch George and co. alongside some of best reggae, food and drink from around the world and have a good old dance at Chubba Dubs - 4th March @ Green Tea - Tuneful Trees - Fountayne Road! For more info see Chubba Dubs on Facebook...2016-02-231h 23
How To Write A TuneWill VarleyThis week Jay and Tony are joined by Will Varley. They talk about the good old days, making fake IDs, coming up through the open mic scene and even a bit about Bingo. Will is touring the UK right now, for music, dates and much more check out http://www.willvarley.com/2016-02-161h 23
How To Write A TuneBrightlight CityThis week Jay and Tony are joined by Justin and Jamie from Brightlight City. Their new single Gravity will be out in March 2016 - so keep your eyes open and your ears to the ground. For tour dates, social media links and much more check out http://www.brightlightcityofficial.co.uk/2016-02-091h 14
How To Write A TuneRoss 'Spud' Taylor returns & Phil 'Filthy' Smith Jr (Sin Kings Part2)This week our old friend Ross returns to the pod and this time he brought Phil with him. If you think back to 2015, Ross came on to talk Sin Kings, but by the time we had gone through the old Humbug days we we almost 2 hours in. So here is Part 2 with actual Sin Kings content! promise! Sin Kings latest album 'The Devil Makes Three' is available at all your usual retailers. For dates, info and much more check Sin Kings out on Facebook or at http://www.luckydevilrecords.com/2016-02-021h 09
How To Write A TuneJay Wars and the Howard YouthThis week Jay and Tony are joined all the way from Australia by Jay and Dan from Jay Wars and the Howard Youth. Their new album 'Love in the Time of Fear' is out next Friday Feb 5th 2016. Pre-order it now from http://www.whiskandkeyrecords.com/2016-01-251h 07
How To Write A TuneAli RoseThis week Jay and Tony sit down with long time friend of the pod - Ali Rose. Ali takes us through the years in which she helped us write some bangers (yes, that's right - Ali had a big hand in writing some of your favourite BrassKat tunes) and how she took that knowledge out into the wide world - spending time in artist management before returning to her natural habitat; top line writing for the stars and laying down her own tracks. Writing on International Best Selling Albums in 2015 and with new releases due early 2016 - watch this space...2016-01-191h 26
How To Write A TuneBrendan B. Brown (Wheatus)This week Jay and Tony are joined by Brendan B. Brown from everyone's favourite Teenage Dirtbags - Wheatus. This was the first ever Skype interview, so forgive the occasion sound issues and due to the time difference it was very early for Brendan and very late for Jay and Tony. Recorded back in 2015 join us as we embark on a journey of discovery with a band that released one of the most iconic songs of a generation. Brendan is one of the most hard working musicians the H2WAT boys have come across so sit down and enjoy. You can...2016-01-121h 23
How To Write A TuneH2WAT:Extra - Marketing with Millie Manders Part 3The third and final part of our Marketing with Millie series. This week we discuss Social Media on a grander scale, run you through all the different sites you can use and what they are best for. A big thanks to Millie Manders for her help throughout this series. Millie is now back on the road after the Christmas hiatus. Catch up with Millie at www.MillieManders.co.uk For all of our previous episodes, album reviews and much more, check out HowToWriteATune.com2016-01-081h 00
How To Write A TuneElliot Mason2016 kicks off with a bang as Jay and Tony sit down with the hilarious Elliot Mason. Check out Elliot on iTunes or at www.Elliot-Mason.co.uk for info, gigs and physical copies of his albums, including the recent re-release of his debut CD, The Day They Turned Jif To Cif. Happy New Year from all the H2WAT Crew. Catch up on this and all of our other episodes at HowToWriteATune.com2016-01-051h 08
How To Write A TuneThe Swingin' BricksThis week is the conclusion of the H2WAT Liverpool tour. Jay and Tony sit down with the hard rocking Keith from The Swingin Bricks. This was the first pod we ever recorded in the morning so make yourself a coffee and join us for episode 18 of How To Write A Tune. Catch The Swingin Bricks on Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/the-swingin-bricks For this and all of our previous episodes check out HowToWriteATune.com2015-12-291h 21
How To Write A TuneH2WAT:Extra - Christmas Special with Timia (The Lounge Kittens), Miles and Liam (RUMPSTEPPERS)Cosy up round the fire, wrap both your hands around your Christmas cracker and give it a tug - cause Christmas is about to explode all over your face. Join Jay and Tony for a special Christmas episode. Timia from The Lounge Kittens, Miles and Liam from RUMPSTEPPERS check into the Podcastle for a Christmas Eve Party not to be forgotten. Merry Christmas from HoHoHowToWriteATune.2015-12-241h 15
How To Write A TuneThom WorthEver wonder if Jay could do a podcast without Tony? This week Jay goes solo and delves into the memory banks of the awesome Thom Worth. Watch out next year as Thom hits the road with fellow friend of the pod Tim OT on The Leap Year Tour and will almost undoubtedly be found in a town near you in the build up to the big 29. All gigs are free entry/donations and procceds go to Overcoming MS (you can donate at www.justgiving.com/leapyeartour) For tour dates, music and much more check out www.ThomWorth.com2015-12-221h 30
How To Write A TuneH2WAT:Extra - Marketing with Millie Manders Part 2Millie Manders is back for another H2WAT:Extra for you lucky, lucky people. This week we move over to the Social Media side of things and more specifically Facebook! Keep those ears peeled for more H2WAT:Extra episodes coming soon!!! Check out Millie at: www.MillieManders.co.uk2015-12-1759 min
How To Write A TuneHacktivistThis week Jay and Tony sit down with Timfy and Ben from the UK's no.1 Djent/Rap/Metal outfit - Hacktivist. You may notice this is a bit of a noisy episode, that's because we caught up with the Hacktivist boys in the bar of The Fighting Cocks prior to their big K'Town show. So pour yourselves a drink and just imagine you are sitting at the bar with us. You can catch everything Hackitivist have been up to, gigs, music and their up and coming album on: www.Hacktivist.uk.com2015-12-1448 min
How To Write A TuneH2WAT:Extra - Marketing with Millie Manders Part 1Not satisfied with what the How To Write A Tune boys are giving you?? Desperate for more? Well have no fear we have you covered. After our episode with Millie Manders, you guys sent us a bunch of messages begging and pleading for more of an explanation on social media and how to use it. Well dont worry kids we have you covered! Millie sat down with us and put together a series based around marketing yourself and your music. The first in the series is Branding - enjoy. Keep those ears peeled for more H2WAT:Extra episodes coming...2015-12-1046 min
How To Write A TuneSanchez vs Fighter PilotThis week Jay and Tony sit down with Markie and Jack from Sanchez vs Fighter Pilot. This was actually the first How To Write A Tune ever recorded so you can hear us figure out exactly what we are doing on the fly, as it happens! For all your Sanchez vs Fighter Pilot info check them out on: Twitter: @svfp Facebook: Sanchez Vs Fighter Pilot Soundcloud: Sanchez vs Fighter Pilot2015-12-071h 15
How To Write A TuneNatalie McCoolThis week Jay and Tony sit down with the pop maestro Natalie McCool. When you say Natalie's name on Merseyside there is only one response - Class act. Natalie is regularly featured on BBC radio and her new single Cardiac Arrest was recently Q Magazine's track of the day. To catch up on all of Natalie's news, music and up coming gigs see www.NatalieMcCool.co.uk2015-11-301h 00
How To Write A TuneRoss 'Spud' Taylor (Sin Kings)This week Jay and Tony sit down with Ross 'Spud' Taylor from Sin Kings. We discuss the good old days of Humbug and Heatham House, remark on the contrasts and the similarities in punk and psychobilly and the complications of progressing from guitar to double bass. Their latest album 'The Devil Makes Three' is available now at all of your usual music outlets including www.LuckyDevilRecords.com where you can also find dates, news and all other info. Support the podcast, next time you need to buy anything, go to www.HowToWriteATune.com and use our Amazon Portal. It's no...2015-11-231h 46
How To Write A TuneChas Palmer WilliamsRaise your receivers! This week Jay and Tony sit down with an absolute gentleman in Chas Palmer Williams. The former Lightyear front man tells tales of touring with Steve-O, playing Reading Festival for the first time and reforming 'the most fun band to be in, ever', Lightyear for this years SlamDunk Festival. His debut solo album 'American Smile, British Teeth' is releasing via Banquet Records this Thursday 19th November and Chas will be playing at New Slang, in Kingston that night so don't miss out. see http://www.banquetrecords.com/NS191115 for tickets. Catch all the info on where to...2015-11-161h 14
How To Write A TuneBrendan O'Prey (The Lagan)This week Jay and Tony sit down with Brendan O'Prey, the powerful front man of everyone's favorite Celtic Punk band The Lagan. We talk about putting on your own nights, scummy 'pay-to-play' promoters, annoyingly good musicians and having to move forward and embrace change. The Lagan are gigging just about always. Catch up with them on Facebook (or as Brendan puts it allthesocialmedias.com/TheLagan)or at www.TheLagan.co.uk Support the Podcast - next time you need to buy something online, use the Amazon Portal on www.HowToWriteATune.com and we will get a little kick back.2015-11-101h 19
How To Write A TuneFrank TurnerThis week Jay and Tony sit down and speak with Frank Turner about how he got into music, school bands, being tricked into joining Million Dead, great lyrics, old flames and how stripping songs down and going back to basics is not always as simple as it seems. For all the info on Frank's shows, plethora of albums and loads more go to http://frank-turner.com/2015-11-0352 min
How To Write A TuneJessie 'Scarlet' RobinsonJay and Tony return to Merseyside to watch the night turn Scarlet as they sit down with the lovely Jessie Robinson. Jessie tells the boys all about booking shows before she had a proper band, supporting Bob Geldof and playing the Secret Garden Party and proves that not giving up leads to great and wonderful opportunities. Check out @ScarletBandUK on social media and SoundCloud for more details of gigs and the up coming album release.2015-10-261h 25
How To Write A TuneMillie MandersThis week Jay and Tony talk to the wonderful Millie Manders. She schools them on the importance of social media, talks about her jazz upbringing, growing into your feet and going solo. Check out Millie's tunes, dates and much more at: http://www.milliemanders.co.uk/2015-10-201h 26
How To Write A TuneRUMPSTEPPERSThis week Jay and Tony get all Rumpy up in here! Liam (Prof. Panda) and Miles (Man Size Mantis) from RUMPSTEPPERS are in the house. They talk about Electro Swing, reminisce about the good old days, promoting the life out of other people, transitioning from guitar to decks and taking a break from writing in order to let your plans take shape. Check out RUMPSTEPPERS on all the normal Social media outlets or at www.RUMPSTEPPERS.com2015-10-132h 09
How To Write A TuneTim OTThis week Jay and Tony sit down with a young man with more musical experience than most gain in a life time. Busking extraordinaire, Tim OT talks about music's influence on the protest movement and the backlash, constant gigging and writing music that you yourself are happy with. If you have wandered the streets of London and the surrounding areas you will almost definitely have come across Tim playing his guitar and singing his heart out. Tim is currently out of the country supplying some of those good tunes to peoples abroad but you can catch up on all news...2015-10-061h 23
How To Write A TuneKillaflawMeanwhile, back in the North... Jay and Tony sit down for an RDM masterclass with Benn and Andy from Killaflaw. Two masters of their own styles meet in musical combat to provide something refreshingly new to please those ears of yours. Their new album 'Sleaze and Grit' is available now, check it out: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/sleaze-grit/id10298651912015-09-291h 08
How To Write A TuneThe Wonder BeersThis week Jay and Tony are joined by the heavy drinking, hard rocking and exceptionally polite punk band - The Wonder Beers. They discuss not learning too much music, making sure you have enough to drink and how songs often just write themselves. You can pick up their latest EP 'Lager Than Life' on Bandcamp: https://thewonderbeers.bandcamp.com/releases Subscribe, follow, comment and give us a little tickle!2015-09-221h 27
How To Write A TuneDan FrauThis week Jay and Tony have a chat with Dan Frau (Caralis) about musical progression, both stylistically and with instruments, how a drummer takes the reins of a rock band and moving on to the more dancier numbers. Catch up with Caralis on SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/caralis On Twitter: @CaralisMusic2015-09-151h 40
How To Write A TuneHenry PulpHenry Pulp sits down with Jay and Tony to talk about starting a record label, delta blues, drumming on pots and pans, taking centre stage and how to be a "boss" songwriter. Check out all of Milk:Presents artists on SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/milkpresents2015-09-071h 13
How To Write A TuneDavid GooDavid Goo (The 150 Friends Club) chats with Jay and Tony about how he began writing music, revenge, old bands and new as we delve into the Goo-tiful Mind.2015-08-311h 42
How To Write A TuneHelloWelcome to How To Write A Tune, first episode coming 1st September 2015 - Come join us. Find us on iTunes, Stitcher and Acast. Review and Subscribe. Podcast RSS feed: http://tiny.cc/h2wat2015-08-1902 min