After two months away The Fantastival Podcast makes its big comeback with #171 as we’re back in style with co-host of The Mersey Melody Podcast, photographer and huge music fan, Amy Day…

Amy talks all about her music memories from a young age to present day, her photography and hopes for the future, tells us all about The Mersey Melody Podcast, how it started, episodes so far, upcoming guests, her dream guests and as always as she has the honour of being our very own guest she gets to collate her Fantasy Festival by any five acts in out comeback after some summer fun!

After you’ve finished listening to Amy, press play on her Spotify Playlist with a tracks from her Fantasy Festival acts and a few more thrown in for good measure: 

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5ihG5aoinDpR8ySCgHOOkD?si=3663cd46d004470e

Amy Twitter: 

https://x.com/shesunshines_

Amy Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/shesunshines/

Listen to The Mersey Melody Podcast on Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/show/5oGOuC0ahCWAiB0ZTbf1eF?si=3bf5d9b962904d45

Mersey Melody Podcast Twitter: 

https://x.com/MerseyMelodyPod

Mersey Melody Podcast Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/merseymelody/

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It’s been a long while but The Fantastival Podcast keeps on running up that hill as we return with #170 where we don’t just have one legend for you, we have two with both Vicky Hill and Shaun Butler joining us this week…

Two of the biggest supporters of The Fantastival Podcast get their chance to collate their wonderful Fantasy Festival lineups (one each) where they also have a go at predicting the others lineup, as Vicky and Shaun also talk about their love of music and in particular new music, the new music community on twitter, how they met at a gig and how their relationship developed from there, how a particular act and one of his lineup choices literally changed Shaun’s life, the importance of mental health and lots more in a very special episode that will have you smiling throughout.

After you’ve finished the episode, have a listen to a Spotify Playlist from Vicky and Shaun with a tracks from their Fantasy Festival acts and acts who just missed out: 

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0GHxLs4lCaYZBo2VL0eehX?si=ce7c4cf59fb74c6e

Vicky Twitter: 

https://x.com/vickyhill78

Shaun Twitter: 

https://x.com/Rhino1981

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Another week and we aren’t taking your Hand Me Downs on The Fantastival Podcast #161 as we’re joined by Jonny Pickles from the fabulous, Turncoat Billy… It’s all Neon Lights & Leather speaking to the Turncoat Billy frontman about forming the band, their music to date, the superb upcoming single ‘Wonder Goal At Whaddon’ which is released on Wednesday 1st May, their gig at The Marquis on the same day to celebrate the release, their recent support slot with The Rifles and you know the drill, Jonny collates his Fantasy Festival lineup which is another amazing one for the Fantastival Vaults! And after you’ve listened to Jonny talk about Turncoat Billy and his Fantasy Festival, give his playlist a listen containing tracks from his acts: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5hYadxUz7cVN8hgBHyA9Jf?si=XIPs5OEdQhScAsqs7um8jQ&pi=e-dyRhFFK9TMKz Go and visit the Turncoat Billy LinkTree page for useful links to streaming and social media sites: https://linktr.ee/turncoatbilly Turncoat Billy Social Links: Twitter: https://x.com/turncoatbilly?s=21&t=eqrCq7Vm65YWWbA4Nfrj7A Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/turncoatbilly?igsh=OWY1MjY4ZGhrMjVs Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/npk8k7gpwehpN5iu/?mibextid=LQQJ4d If you’ve enjoyed the Fantastival Podcast please give us a follow on Twitter @FantastivalP, subscribe on whatever platform you are listening to and give us a star rating on iTunes or rate the show and comment on the episode on Spotify and remember to check for our new episodes which are released every Sunday at 9am. Spread the word... and the word is Fantastival!

The 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 to Dale’s Fantastival Podcast go deeper and check out this Spotify Playlist with chosen tracks from the acts he picked for his Fantasy Festival and acts he spoke about:  

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/37mfb1NxCxblovqCmi7lWS?si=UplIkcSsT62v4DoLdpAvWA  

Fancy keeping up to date or bagging yourself something from Dale, check out his LinkTree page:  

https://linktr.ee/Daley_boy  

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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 with Tommy from Space, working on Pete Wilkinson’s upcoming album, his Fantasy Festival lineup and lots more in an episode not to be missed. 

After you’ve listened to Paul’s Fantastival Podcast go deeper and check out this Spotify Playlist with chosen tracks from the acts he picked for his Fantasy Festival:  

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2oKwTWgpGwczfnPBU0WiKI?si=NAB2Oe9fT4-3rlUf3-ujhA  

Fancy bagging yourself something from Paul’s Viper label, check out their website here:  

http://www.the-viper-label.co.uk  

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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 deeper and check out this Spotify Playlist with chosen tracks from the acts he picked for his Fantasy Festival and a few of his own shows: 

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5ezuyehpRkODBOY8J2wEdB?si=7u2zyU7MRlm3IjxhUp7mvg 

Fancy listening to ‘To Indie & Beyond’ look no further… 

The station can be found at: http://www.inyourearsmusic.com 

Listen to To Indie And Beyond Episode 7 by In Your Ears Music on #SoundCloud https://soundcloud.app.goo.gl/DYDox 

Listen to To Indie And Beyond Episode 8 by In Your Ears Music on #SoundCloud https://soundcloud.app.goo.gl/pkZV2 

Listen to To Indie And Beyond Episode 9 by In Your Ears Music on #SoundCloud https://soundcloud.app.goo.gl/d8zVD 

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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 Fantastival Podcast go deeper and check out this Spotify Playlist with chosen tracks from the acts he picked for his Fantasy Festival: 

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7dx4W3RZc05Dzy9CCSqjJe?si=kByd-NtuRuqHV4ALlfPifA&dl_branch=1 

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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 Fantasy Festival: 

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2Q4nJ2cfJlbzIVNcNi1r5K?si=WHNRx_cmQluRQd3eJBIx5A&dl_branch=1 

And then go even deeper and check out some Mr Shiraz: 

https://open.spotify.com/artist/6ibQXM0zLMApsqJovVttkt?si=vq7K2ls7QQiT06bOTN_4OA&dl_branch=1 

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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 our longest episode to date. 

And after listening to The Fantastival Podcast go and check out some Flickerstick: 

https://open.spotify.com/artist/4L9a6yuhdvWN4ffJr51nUW?si=2hengdy3QdKn4HBXSdf2UA&dl_branch=1 

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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!

Once you’ve listened go deeper and check out Jordan and Ciaran’s Spotify Playlist with their chosen tracks from their Fantasy Festival acts: 

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/38mSmNpo9iQGgDxBy72b04?si=_UV7m2gQShSfZCWcZoNVsw&dl_branch=1 

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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 deeper and check out his Spotify Playlist with his chosen tracks from his Fantasy Festival acts: 

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5OwXVQZQlIEYWXYiDGMiwm?si=sGMJ9cXMT4mp6HrhHULVTQ&dl_branch=1 

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It’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 to Sally’s Fantastival Podcast go deeper and check out her Spotify Playlist featuring chosen tracks from her chosen acts:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0bSuF09D0n842J1yUDU9oG?si=JiVbYMUZS16qBMw1XRM-qQ&dl_branch=1 

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Another 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 Spotify Playlist featuring his chosen tracks from his acts mentioned: 

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3XyzPwytnYPYEL3jKvDOQW?si=JnnN298UQ32JI6fMzhLHjg&dl_branch=1 

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The Fantastival Podcast finally returns after the Easter break with #160 as Steve is joined by the guitarist from the brilliant Little Man Tate and absolute top man, Mr Maz Marriott… Maz is on great form as he talks about what you might know and what you might not know about his musical journey, becoming friends with Jon and bonding over football, video games and tunes, the story of him buying and then learning guitar, his musical tastes and experiences, the story of Little Man Tate from making early demos, to playing bigger venues, getting signed, having a debut album leaked before its release, the second album, calling it a day and playing farewell shows in Sheffield, the decision to come back and reasons behind them doing so, the new album ‘Welcome To The Rest Of Your Life’, the upcoming gig supporting The Reytons at Clifton Park in the summer, and of course Maz gets to collate his Fantasy Festival lineup by choosing only 5 acts, and any song to close his Fantasy Festival. And after you’ve listened to Maz talk about his Fantasy Festival, give his playlist a listen containing live tracks only from his chose acts: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1RJPc4nxQsLxnDjnvI173E?si=W3oYJMhxSM-XgKSwfLczpQ&pi=e-NGlMhsJ2SSGM Little Man Tate website: Little Man Tate Head to the Little Man Tate LinkTree page for more useful links: https://linktr.ee/little_man_tate Little Man Tate Social Links: Twitter: https://x.com/littlemantateo1?s=21&t=eqrCq7Vm65YWWbA4Nfrj7A Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/littlemantateofficial?igsh=MWVmNDkxejczcXpmNA== Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/Lxy3EHGJdBpbe2wH/?mibextid=LQQJ4d If you’ve enjoyed the Fantastival Podcast please give us a follow on Twitter @FantastivalP, subscribe on whatever platform you are listening to and give us a star rating on iTunes or rate the show and comment on the episode on Spotify and remember to check for our new episodes which are released every Sunday at 9am. Spread the word... and the word is Fantastival!

An 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 energy that make this a very enjoyable episode! 

And after you’ve listened to Andy's Fantastival Podcast go deeper and check out his Spotify Playlist featuring his chosen tracks from his Fantasy Festival acts: 

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0ixma2FhSzEeJKSXMkGTIP?si=BYP80SCCT0iFwF2YDscGQg&dl_branch=1 

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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 50 minutes...  

And after you’ve listened to Pete’s Fantastival Podcast go deeper and check out his Aviator website, Bandcamp page and a Spotify Playlist featuring Pete’s chosen tracks featuring his Fantasy Festival acts:  

Aviator Website: http://www.aviator-music.co.uk/wp-signup.php?new=aviator-music.co.uk  

Aviator Bandcamp: https://aviator-music.bandcamp.com/ 

Pete’s Fantastival Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7k2O1lJwMhrNOcQP7nY12O?si=NcFsYjVjRICeRZ_vufhaTw&dl_branch=1  

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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 chosen tracks featuring his Fantasy Festival acts: 

La Club Royale: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6rX59wA8BY6FCx2bcenk7q?si=4_QUxAOVRBSou79PgTj8AQ&dl_branch=1 

Lyle's Fantastival Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7FzW6UpubRfi9NCmfBqDgt?si=MA2j6thwTcii8nd99x29Uw&dl_branch=1 

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The 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 Spotify and a Spotify Playlist featuring his chosen tracks featuring his Fantasy Festival acts: 

Love & Exile: https://open.spotify.com/album/04D4lvVD5KZdLSTCTJW0lW?si=nQ9znbSBQHyDjyhvjFSSOA&dl_branch=1 

Sam's Fantastival Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5QS3ymWblmgtIncHzqHMNe?si=y03NgQutSsuAHCBqR0u2tQ&dl_branch=1 

If you’ve enjoyed the Fantastival Podcast please give us a follow on Twitter @FantastivalP and remember to check for our new episodes which are released every Sunday at 9am. 

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GUI-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, her ‘Evil Enough’ album on Spotify and a Spotify Playlist featuring her chosen tracks featuring her Fantasy Festival acts: 

Tara’s Website: https://taralynch.com 

Evil Enough: https://open.spotify.com/album/1pOr1rABbjm723NnfKxNSY?si=jPVFieYuTfuEPreeX-uC9A&dl_branch=1 

Tara's Fantastival Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1e8V5mhy6UvQUUeauwT8Qg?si=hgh1xZDaShavegElzsX1nw&dl_branch=1 

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It’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 the acts mentioned in this episode: 

https://music.apple.com/gb/playlist/yes-i-am-a-long-way-from-home/pl.u-8aAVX99togXaaxX 

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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 

And after you’ve listened to Travis’ Fantastival Podcast go deeper and check out his Spotify Playlist featuring tracks put forward by him featuring all the acts in his Fantasy Festival:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4MBuI14Tw1FDdKHNFbWHCZ?si=JmiYTA-9Qhi3ZPjtiNrqzg&dl_branch=1 

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Hey 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 really fun episode. 

If you enjoyed this episode go and check out Joe’s YouTube channel where you can watch him perform drum covers:🎥 

https://youtube.com/user/JoeLaz 

And after you’ve listened to Joe’s Fantastival Podcast go deeper and check out his Spotify Playlist featuring tracks put forward by him featuring all the acts in his Fantasy Festival:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3Af2nJH9v75aEnmalWAmfm?si=1BDOOCLvS-GD_kbzRWUqsg&dl_branch=1 

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Perry 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 

https://open.spotify.com/artist/4wIN5WJAVuIUfw6uDMFg0W?si=JHVnVuOmQdC5s_ltAW0bFQ 

And after you’ve listened to Perry’s Fantastival Podcast go deeper and check out his Spotify Playlist featuring tracks put forward by him featuring all the acts in his Fantasy Festival: 

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/20sTsJGMAaTyaD447GYani?si=T9KdG_hmSpWzT9KB0tUkHg 

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Joining 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. 

After this episode go and check out Darby’s website where you can learn more about him and check out some snippets from his album: 

https://www.darbytodd.com 

And after you’ve listened to Darby’s Fantastival Podcast go deeper and check out our short Spotify Playlist featuring tracks put forward by him featuring all the acts in his Fantasy Festival: 

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5Vh0Mux3phtDGCcuehmx34?si=wpFnlYTXRE60auy5FRJcVw 

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We’ve got a double hit for you on The Fantastival Podcast #159 with two absolute stars from the wonderful Speakeasy Fanzine, it’s Faye & Cris… The duo behind Speakeasy speak easy all about how the idea and reality of how the fanzine came about, their love of music, most memorable Speakeasy memories, what they’ve been listening to, the experience of putting on their wonderful IWD Festival recently and as always, as they are the guests they get to collate their own Fantasy Festival lineups as they both get to choose only 5 acts, and any song to close their Fantasy Festival in an episode to remember in our wonderful Fantastival world. And what treats await as we have not only one Spotify Playlist, but two as both Faye and Cris’ Fantasy Festival choices await your listen: Faye: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7lUwrMXleFhyD60snOqERS?si=fx1e7DZtRpS0Ectex2fjlQ&pi=e-7SuxCgS9Qm6c Cris: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3Oql1dcfgV09rFnR4quwzp?si=xrJOLgGPTr-0ag4hYXDnWg&pi=e-6AQBFCQlRay0 Speakeasy Fanzine Social Links: Twitter: https://x.com/speakeasy_zine?s=21&t=eqrCq7Vm65YWWbA4Nfrj7A Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/speakeasy_zine?igsh=MXNrMzltbDhrcGN4eg== Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SpeakeasyZine TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@speakeasyfanzine?_t=8kvkyDSJ36O&_r=1 If you’ve enjoyed the Fantastival Podcast please give us a follow on Twitter @FantastivalP, subscribe on whatever platform you are listening to and give us a star rating on iTunes or rate the show and comment on the episode on Spotify and remember to check for our new episodes which are released every Sunday at 9am. Spread the word... and the word is Fantastival!

We 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 his awesome Spotify Playlist featuring tracks put forward by him featuring all the acts in his Fantasy Festival: 

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6AyPhK2WS4X3b8xyKhxSCH?si=b_dhcljJQr2CRFNpAUtjSg 

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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 featuring all the acts in his Fantasy Festival: 

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/19qgFbWcaMCv9XG3iGsaPr?si=rIHEsJXVS-m1BDqpyPDRvQ 

And on the off chance you want to find out more about the excellent music from Mr Prowse go and check out his website: 

https://amsterdam-music.com 

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As 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 Glastonbury, seeing the same (and one of the biggest) bands almost 100 times (and being very friendly with them), watching a band chosen for many a Fantastival in a small support slot, being a roadie for a punk band and so much more... 

And after you’ve listened to the Podcast go deeper and check out the awesome Spotify Playlist Derek has made featuring all the acts spoken about in his episode: 

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0U6dOqYdtn5ueDdYaDuhoA?si=YGsI8CYHROSBcg4ho2_VdQ 

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#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 the most insightful Fantastival Podcasts to date. 

So start your Fantastival experience with Simon now, sit back, relax, and listen to one of the most engaging life stories you are ever bound to hear and the music that soundtracked it along the way. 

No playlist from us for this episode, just a push to go and check out Hightown Pirates on Bandcamp and have a listen to the best band that you’ve probably never heard: 

https://hightownpirates2.bandcamp.com 

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It 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 go deeper and spend 9+ hours being educated as Del has put together a tremendous Spotify Playlist with all the acts spoken about in this episode: 

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5VUzXknw2Vc8anRfh0HGvE?si=_5FLJQawSyyclCA75kOubw 

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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 put together a Spotify Playlist with his chosen Fantasy Festival acts:  

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1pgvYWrtvgb7hBFNfLE1c6?si=hVG4x3HDRgK02nIEC6foYw  

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Turn 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 not spend 8 hours being educated as Jamie has put together a mahousive 8 hour Spotify Playlist with all the acts spoken about in this episode: 

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6ZokKkywGyzpfNL6SwL0JP?si=N1SydBejRT6quqM8KIXy2A 

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It’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 headline act (no spoilers here) and lots more as he picked 5 acts to play at his Fantastival. 

So turn up the mains and let Tom tell you all about the music he loves and why. And once you’ve listened to the episode why not delve deeper as Tom has put together a Spotify Playlist with all her selected acts and many more songs spoken about in this episode: 

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5PCvd26yuVQ4kDn42hplNh?si=ykP_jLlUTjur1-7aIw6wZg 

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It’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 sit back, relax and let Yas tell you all about the music she loves and why. 

And once you’ve listened to the episode why not delve deeper as Yas has put together a Spotify Playlist with all her selected acts and many more songs spoken about in this episode: 

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4tVC6uZqfBUtdpP81MkN7U?si=-AfyNYjzRTmhNPVmKVW3JA 

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Fresh 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 shed a tear or two (and his pre-headline act are one of Steve’s favourites).  

And once you’ve listened to the episode why not delve deeper as Matt has put together a Spotify Playlist with all his selected acts and many more songs spoken about in this episode:  

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/43oawoIfAoGNRC3zukh6Y5?si=Teb-ldM1Rrad9q5k55RcVw  

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It’s #158 of The Fantastival Podcast and it’s time to bring Olympian, Champione, the Fighting Fit, musician, singer, songwriter, former drummer & co-songwriter in Gene, ladies and gentlemen, you know who it is, the one and only, Matt James… Matt is on fine form as we talk all about his musical tastes and memories from childhood to present day, his first experience on drums, working in Our Price Lewisham, all of the bands he played in leading up to Gene as Matt goes on to give us some great insight into the band, life after Gene including session drumming, band managing and then taking a break from the music industry, but returning as a solo artist with album ‘Breaking The Fall’ in 2022, his recent single ‘Sea Of Trouble’, what his plans and hopes for the future are, before getting to collates his Fantasy Festival lineup! After you’ve listened to the episode go and check out a Spotify Playlist from Matt with a track from his chosen acts: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/79as63b2RjxELisAL8atOl?si=htv4rDXWTAeKFbhGHeNyIw&pi=e-mYyAwwQcQEuX And why not go and check out Matt’s website to keep up to date with all of Matt’s latest news: https://musicmattjames.com/ Matt’s Social Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/musicmattjames Twitter: https://x.com/musicmattjames?s=21&t=eqrCq7Vm65YWWbA4Nfrj7A Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/musicmattjames?igsh=MXJoMmpqZnFjeG11bQ== If you’ve enjoyed the Fantastival Podcast please give us a follow on Twitter @FantastivalP, subscribe on whatever platform you are listening to and give us a star rating on iTunes or rate the show and comment on the episode on Spotify and remember to check for our new episodes which are released every Sunday at 9am. Spread the word... and the word is Fantastival!

This 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 liked the melodies. I also remember at Primary School my old headmaster would play classical music when we walked into assembly – felt it very calming again – early memory of appreciating music – also remember walking into assembly one time and theme tune to Chariots of Fire was playing – just loving that synthy Intro’.

So now listen to Dave who joins Steve to talk all things music, collate his Fantasy Festival, talk about the acts who made it and acts that just missed out with plenty of stories along the way. 

And once you’ve listened to the episode there’s a treat waiting for you as we have put together a Spotify Playlist with all Dave’s selected acts and tunes he spoke about: 

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4PwsCPoCVVPEAMxBfmPut2?si=34UKnmngQiWAkrKo4QdqRg 

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What 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 make it and so much more. 

And once you’ve listened to the episode there’s a treat waiting for you as we have put together a Spotify Playlist with all Ian’s selected acts and some he spoke about: 

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/03zrcWGQZjrPV8JHt5t3lL?si=teDT5V62R5mfgGWpwufZIA 

Further viewing from Ian: 

Venus Rising (starring James Sutton of Hollyoaks): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BsGF_RSv7S0&t=30s 

The award winning Slip Away: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I_Oi-lazFiQ&list=PLcLl5Q84rqeELwr4w9hV1EUUJeGzucP2j 

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It 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 some he spoke about, so once you’ve listened to the podcast check out this Fantastival Playlist on Spotify: 

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1YrgrjHUPOnnGDG9H3k7Wq?si=N01SCA9WS-25CWk99LFU8g 

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Holy 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 blackout drunk at not once but twice, the rudest celebrity he has met (surprising to be honest) plus lots more about Mr Hayward himself. 

And not only that, but we have put together a Spotify Playlist with all Jordan’s selected acts and some he spoke about, so once you’ve listened to the podcast check out this Fantastival Playlist on Spotify: 

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1YrgrjHUPOnnGDG9H3k7Wq?si=N01SCA9WS-25CWk99LFU8g 

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WHAT 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 about the wonderful Beautiful Days Festival he goes to yearly, seeing Elton John at Vicarage Road, watching Los Wallos in Zaragoza and lots more in this really enjoyable episode that’s not to be missed... 

And not only that, but we have put together a Spotify Playlist with all Jeremy’s selected acts, so once you’ve listened to the podcast check out this Fantastival Playlist on Spotify: 

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5tufc7ssom3Rbp5A10QP0E?si=MPpjXj65Q1aKNo-Ol3qM6g 

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She 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, but not as crazy as Bobby Brown), meeting Paul McCartney, collating her amazing Fantasy Festival plus lots more in only 55 minutes! 

And not only that, Lesley has put together a Spotify Playlist with all her selected acts, so once you’ve listened to the podcast check out her Fantastival Playlist on Spotify: 

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1kUy32C221lFR7JwAD3oLk?si=6d-GPOzcRlaAluJqCpklQg 

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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 Connolly, playing festivals and so much more in one of the most fun episodes yet... 

And once you’ve listened to the podcast don’t forget to check out The Fantastival Playlist that we’ve put together on Spotify featuring Martin’s choice of acts for his Fantasy Festival: 

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4bmniY2wsbWfo15JMvONTc?si=NA3wjZfbSb-gaTkOUbG2UA 

And if you like what Martin had to say and have never had the pleasure of listening to his music then head over to his Bandcamp site and pick up some wonderful albums and EP’s from the man himself: 

https://daintees.bandcamp.com 

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What 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? 

There is only one way to find out, so get listening and enjoy the podcast... 

And once you’ve listened to the podcast don’t forget to check out The Fantastival Playlist that we’ve put together featuring on Spotify featuring Mark’s choice of acts for his Fantasy Festival: 

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/50lmrUkaRlTPPfYBrgExY5?si=f4lbQ3pGREahkcTn2SIkZw 

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HEY 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 away and collating his Fantasy Festival, but who will he choose? 

There is only one way to find out, so get listening and enjoy the podcast... 

And once you’ve listened to the podcast don’t forget to check out The Fantastival Playlist on Spotify featuring all of our 2021 guests acts so far:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3JgdxgMXjiAdETKF6npeWJ?si=JPqwLXXWSK2vgOaHJ0SMUg

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IT’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 enjoyable this will be and you’ll love listening to him collate his Fantasy Festival in which he gets a bonus Encore for Christmas, but who will he choose? 

There is only one way to find out, so get listening and enjoy the podcast... 

Neil has also collated a Spotify Playlist for further listening with tracks from his 5 acts and a few bonus tracks which is well worth a listen: 

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3e2iqPT3ywt37RNPLk3sut?si=fe_JpPXgTB-Ux4eRSzzEKw 

And once you’ve listened to that don’t forget to check out The Fantastival Playlist on Spotify featuring all of our previous guests acts (and Neil’s) so far: 

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6vNrOCxztQNCANtDoXzCNK?si=34dwW0WBQXOp3PpS250PHA 

Merry Christmas y’all x

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Give me some love, give me some skin, as something is going on for The Fantastival Podcast #157 as it’s double trouble A frontman and esteemed record producer Jason Perry, along with A bassist Richard Trigg are our guest for this an episode of epicness… Jase and Rich are on great form as we have a great chat with them as for starters they both talk about their early musical memories, a gig changing young Jason’s life and how watching a documentary lead to a pivotal moment which changed everything, a very honest recap of the A story from Jason, going back to the start and finishing at the present day, Rich talking about first seeing A in Kerrang magazine to joining them on bass, both of their excitement for new A material and their upcoming gigs and of course as they are our guests on The Fantastival Podcast they get to collate their fantasy festival lineups, and things get a little crazy! After you’ve listened to the episode go and check out a Spotify Playlist from Jason & Rich with a track from their chosen acts: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5CtLtXsaNSFJZm4ufh4vJD?si=3h3x3TZCQ8O6B_DxiTmKcg&pi=e-bt29O9NHSSew And why not go and check out A’s LinkTree for all the latest links for tickets, streaming and more: https://linktr.ee/therockbandcalled_a A’s Social Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therockbandcalled_a?igsh=c3h0Z2txMjJsYmN2 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/acommunication Twitter: https://x.com/acommunication?s=21&t=eqrCq7Vm65YWWbA4Nfrj7A Sunday Song Worship Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sunday_song_worship?igsh=MThicGoxZmUzdmlsNw== Sunday Song Worship Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7Fw0t5z9RMuxX8dH2I59Ln?si=Fr7p2rENTrS3Q_w84EFj-g&pi=e-iSZBapg5TqWG If you’ve enjoyed the Fantastival Podcast please give us a follow on Twitter @FantastivalP, subscribe on whatever platform you are listening to and give us a star rating on iTunes or rate the show and comment on the episode on Spotify and remember to check for our new episodes which are released every Sunday at 9am. Spread the word... and the word is Fantastival!

For 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 listening... and don’t forget to check out The Fantastival Playlist on Spotify featuring all 31 guests acts (and Ben’s) so far: 

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6vNrOCxztQNCANtDoXzCNK?si=34dwW0WBQXOp3PpS250PHA

If you’ve enjoyed the Fantastival Podcast please give us a follow on Twitter @FantastivalP and remember to check for our new episodes which are released every Sunday at 9am.

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We 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 expectant karaoke evening at an hmv event? 

What act was John merely 7ft away from on stage long before camera phones were invented in an event in which today’s world would break the internet? 

There is only one way to find out, so get listening... and don’t forget to check out The Fantastival Playlist on Spotify featuring all 30 guests acts (and Jon’s) so far: 

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6vNrOCxztQNCANtDoXzCNK?si=34dwW0WBQXOp3PpS250PHA

If you’ve enjoyed the Fantastival Podcast please give us a follow on Twitter @FantastivalP and remember to check for our new episodes which are released every Sunday at 9am.

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Sit 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), Cher from Vixen, Sebastian Bach, plus many more wonderful recollections. 

Don’t forget to check out The Fantastival Playlist on Spotify: 

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6vNrOCxztQNCANtDoXzCNK?si=34dwW0WBQXOp3PpS250PHA

If you’ve enjoyed the Fantastival Podcast please give us a follow on Twitter @FantastivalP and remember to check for our new episodes which are released every Sunday at 9am.

Spread the word... and the word is Fantastival!