Music Stories with Tony Lloyd

Tony Lloyd

The Podcast for the music industry

Having been a broadcaster for many years I've witnessed some great stories in the music industry and now I want to bring as many 'Music Stories' to you as I can in this series of podcasts. My goal is that these will inspire and maybe help 'up and coming' musicians and maybe some experienced ones too!

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Episodes

Episode 147 - Nick Battle - Music Business Giant with a new album and single
25-09-2024
Episode 147 - Nick Battle - Music Business Giant with a new album and single
A pleasure to talk to the one and only Nick Battle - he is one of those people who has so much experience in the music industry it's difficult to know where to start!In the seventies he was bass and violin player in the band 'After The Fire' and since then he's run his own record business with a long list of impressive clients including George Benson, Sir Cliff Richard, Englebert Humperdink, Simon Fuller ( Spice Girls ), and had his songs recorded by the likes of Michael Ball, Sir Cliff, Natasha Bedingfield, Gary Barlow and David Grant to name just a few.Impressive eh? Anyway Nick has just released an album 'Audience of One' and a single from it ' Keepers of The Flame' which I play a bit of for you in the interview.As you can imagine it's very well produced!We chat about how he got started in the music business and of course I ask Nick if he could he give some advice to anyone setting out in the scary music business. He has very good points worth taking on board!Find out more about Nick at www.nickbattleofficial.co.ukand his music is available right now at www.nickbattle.bandcamp.comClick here to text what you think about this interview !--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Podcasting is an increasingly brilliant way to reach your audience as more and more people are listening to podcasts world wide. Promotional Interviews can also be arranged on camera, these give even better publicity. Details at https://www.tonylloydradio.com/backstage-tonyIf you're a band or musician after economical video promotions take a look at www.epicpromos.tv Get in touch if you have a story to tell on 'Music Stories'!Email: Hello@tonylloydradio.com
Episode 144 - DJ Pete Sherriff - Amazing Life Story Part 1
19-09-2024
Episode 144 - DJ Pete Sherriff - Amazing Life Story Part 1
A first for Music Stories I think, an interview with another DJ ! Of course Pete Sherriff and I have a lot in common and could have talked for weeks! In fact there will be a Part 2 interview as he has so many interesting and inspirational stories to tell.My wife Emma and I watched Pete very professionally DJ and Compare at a festival in the summer, I was so impressed with his personality and professionalism I had to try and track him down for an interview!We talk about how he started at school ( same as me) and he has stories about his time at clubs, including The Dome in Birmingham - where Emma used to go as a young woman to dance to his tracks! Small world!Pete is a lovely bloke as you will hear and he has some excellent advice for DJs trying to make it, and even more advice for bands performing at festivals which he has vast experience of!Follow Pete on social media - just search for DJ Pete Sherriff ( 2 R's and 2 F's!)www.facebook.com/djpetesherriff Click here to text what you think about this interview !--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Podcasting is an increasingly brilliant way to reach your audience as more and more people are listening to podcasts world wide. Promotional Interviews can also be arranged on camera, these give even better publicity. Details at https://www.tonylloydradio.com/backstage-tonyIf you're a band or musician after economical video promotions take a look at www.epicpromos.tv Get in touch if you have a story to tell on 'Music Stories'!Email: Hello@tonylloydradio.com
Episode 136 - Arlene - Fab Singer Used to be Cabin Crew!
21-06-2024
Episode 136 - Arlene - Fab Singer Used to be Cabin Crew!
I talk to Arlene who was in her kitchen, complete with a fabulous Jukebox and Mirror Ball! She worked as cabin crew for 25 years before realising her talent as a singer songwriter. What she has achieved since the change is astounding, recording in Nashville, working and collaborating with the best, professional musicians, and more. Singing mainly country songs ( Nashville is a clue) Arlene has released a beautiful version of Abba's 'Chiquitita' and I play a bit for you in the interview. There is a special and emotional reason she has recorded this song which she explains, and she gets very emotional hearing me play it - so sorry! Arlene has some very good advice for people thinking about a change of career and getting into the music business, however late you leave it! Her website has all her music and videos, take a look here: www.arlene.biz  Click here to text what you think about this interview !--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Podcasting is an increasingly brilliant way to reach your audience as more and more people are listening to podcasts world wide. Promotional Interviews can also be arranged on camera, these give even better publicity. Details at https://www.tonylloydradio.com/backstage-tonyIf you're a band or musician after economical video promotions take a look at www.epicpromos.tv Get in touch if you have a story to tell on 'Music Stories'!Email: Hello@tonylloydradio.com
Episode 135 - Louis Prima Jnr - Son of Louis Prima the Legend!
18-06-2024
Episode 135 - Louis Prima Jnr - Son of Louis Prima the Legend!
Louis and I hit it off straight away and we had lots of fun making this episode!His legendary father was huge in the jazz / swing / dance world ( he was the guy who sang 'I just Wanna Be Like You' as King Louis in the film The Jungle Book!) and Louis Junior is following in his footsteps!  Louis tells me how he grew up in a musical family, his mother taught him to play drums - and now he plays trumpet of course too.  We chat about how the music is selected and refreshed at his gigs, playing with his band 'The Witnesses' and still having a lot of fun with the audience who love him.  Take a look at this video clip showing the band in action!   https://youtu.be/185IduyLsHw You can keep in touch with Louis and The Witnesses on his website at www.louisprimajr.com, and get on the mailing list to get notifications of his performances around the world.  I will be!  Click here to text what you think about this interview !--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Podcasting is an increasingly brilliant way to reach your audience as more and more people are listening to podcasts world wide. Promotional Interviews can also be arranged on camera, these give even better publicity. Details at https://www.tonylloydradio.com/backstage-tonyIf you're a band or musician after economical video promotions take a look at www.epicpromos.tv Get in touch if you have a story to tell on 'Music Stories'!Email: Hello@tonylloydradio.com
Episode 128 - Susie Vanner -Bond Girl Actress and Brilliant Singer
21-05-2024
Episode 128 - Susie Vanner -Bond Girl Actress and Brilliant Singer
Ok lets go back to 1977 and the opening sequence to James Bond - The Spy Who Loved me. "What's wrong james ? "Something came up!" "But I need you!" "So does England!"Susie was the 'Log Cabin Girl' with Roger Moore in the Bond movie and she has had an amazing acting career filming with people such as David Niven and Silvester Stalone and many others.  However her singing career started when she was just 19 when she signed to RCA  and now returning to her love of music has just released her second album recorded at Abbey Road Studios.  If you like Jazz then this is perfect for you and even if it's not you first choice you will love Susie's voice.  She has some great advice for others too based on her impressive experience. Susie has a great story to tell and I really enjoyed our chat.  Her single from the album "That Kinda Love' is fabulous and I play a bit for you. Find out more about Susie at www.susievanner.com and on Instagram @susievannerofficial  Click here to text what you think about this interview !--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Podcasting is an increasingly brilliant way to reach your audience as more and more people are listening to podcasts world wide. Promotional Interviews can also be arranged on camera, these give even better publicity. Details at https://www.tonylloydradio.com/backstage-tonyIf you're a band or musician after economical video promotions take a look at www.epicpromos.tv Get in touch if you have a story to tell on 'Music Stories'!Email: Hello@tonylloydradio.com