Explore every episode of the podcast Pick N Licks

Music interview podcast: Tim King, bassist of Chicago hard rock icons SOIL, joins us for episode 59 to tell us his dream band line up, talk bass and share some cool stories from decades of life on the road.

Pick N Licks is presented by musicians Danny Beardsley and Dan Dan Hayes - The Dream Band Podcast, where guests create their ultimate dream band.

Produced by Heather Beardsley - The Dream Maker

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Music interview podcast: Another guest from across the pond. Jeremy Judy takes a break from his own podcast "You Gotta Hear Them" to be a guest on Pick N Licks and tell us his dream band line up. Check out You Gotta Hear Them Podcast here.

Pick N Licks is presented by musicians Danny Beardsley and Dan Dan Hayes - The Dream Band Podcast, where guests create their ultimate dream band.

Produced by Heather Beardsley - The Dream Maker

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Music interview podcast: Joining us for Episode 57 is the very talented Kevin Comeau who handles guitar, bass and keyboard duties for Canadian duo Crown Lands.

Pick N Licks is presented by musicians Danny Beardsley and Dan Dan Hayes - The Dream Band Podcast, where guests create their ultimate dream band.

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Music interview podcast: Spike - an institution of the British rock scene for the last few decades, joins us to tell us some cool stories, his dream band line up and how he is helping up and coming artists.

Pick N Licks is presented by musicians Danny Beardsley and Dan Dan Hayes - The Dream Band Podcast, where guests create their ultimate dream band.

Produced by Heather Beardsley (the Dream Maker)

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Music interview podcast: All the way from Massachusetts USA and the exceptionally cool post-rock band Lesotho, joining us for episode 55, we have guitarist Kyle Loffredo to chat about his dream band line up.

This episode also includes a very in depth caffeine wonderland chat!

Pick N Licks is presented by musicians Danny Beardsley and Dan Dan Hayes - The Dream Band Podcast, where guests create their ultimate dream band.

Produced by Heather Beardsley.

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Music interview podcast: We've not had a rulebreaker for some time but tune into episode 54 and see what punishment awaits Darran Charles from Godsticks!

Pick N Licks is presented by musicians Danny Beardsley and Dan Dan Hayes - The Dream Band Podcast, where guests create their ultimate dream band.

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Music interview podcast: For Episode 53 we bring you the first Warr Guitarist we have ever had on the show. Jason Blake from Chicago-based instrumental progressive rock trio Aziola Cry joins us to chat about his dream band line up.

Pick N Licks is presented by musicians Danny Beardsley and Dan Dan Hayes - The Dream Band Podcast, where guests create their ultimate dream band.

Produced by Heather Beardsley.

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Music interview podcast: Bass player for UK Prog/Math-Rock band, Poly-Math and host of the equally awesome podcast, Guitar Nerds, Joe Branton joins us to talks through his dream band line up!

Check out Guitar Nerds Podcast here and Poly-Math here.

Pick N Licks is presented by musicians Danny Beardsley and Dan Dan Hayes - The Dream Band Podcast, where guests create their ultimate dream band.

Produced by Heather Beardsley.

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Music interview podcast: We were happy to welcome another guest from across the pond to share their dream band line up. For Episode 51, joining us from Washington is folk artist Shannon Jae Ridout. After more than a decade away from performing and recording, Shannon triumphantly returns with Two Busted Boots And A Broken Heart, a collection of songs written by while traveling the United States over a decade ago. With raw, at times chilling vocals, she explores themes of love, loss, longing, grief, addiction, and mental health struggles.

“Two Busted Boots And A Broken Heart” is now streaming everywhere including YouTube HERE and other points HERE.

We also review the new Daughtry album!

Pick N Licks is presented by musicians Danny Beardsley and Dan Dan Hayes - The Dream Band Podcast, where guests create their ultimate dream band.

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Music interview podcast: Buckle up, we have a bumper edition for Episode 50! Joining us in the studio we have drummer extraordinaire George Grignon, from Derby band Kaliugah. If you haven't checked these guys out yet we urge you to do so. Described as mixing Mahavishnu Orchestra, Pink Floyd & Meshuggah in a washing machine on a fast wash, they are one of the coolest bands you'll ever see. Check them out here.

Pick N Licks is presented by musicians Danny Beardsley and Dan Dan Hayes - The Dream Band Podcast, where guests create their ultimate dream band.

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Music interview podcast: Powerhouse vocalist Maria Megally from British shiftcore metal band; Cartoons Can't Die joins us for Episode 49 and talks about her dream band line up. For the latest news from the band check them out here.

Pick N Licks is presented by musicians Danny Beardsley and Dan Dan Hayes - The Dream Band Podcast, where guests create their ultimate dream band.

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Music interview podcast: Guitarist of mathy/proggy/shreddy post-rock band Maebe, Michael Astley-Brown joins us for episode 48.

We also review the Alterbridge show we attended and discuss what we have been listening to!

Pick N Licks is presented by musicians Danny Beardsley and Dan Dan Hayes - The Dream Band Podcast, where guests create their ultimate dream band.

Produced by Heather Beardsley.

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Music interview podcast: Reece Warburton, guitarist and vocalist for progressive rock band The Heir Apparition joins us for episode 47. Tune in to discover who makes his dream band line up.

We also review the Mogwai show and attempt to get sponsored by a gluten free biscuit brand.

Pick N Licks is presented by musicians Danny Beardsley and Dan Dan Hayes - The Dream Band Podcast, where guests create their ultimate dream band.

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Music interview podcast: We're going continental this week as we bring you guitarist and vocalist, Federico Costanzo from Italian psychedelic stoner rock band, Desert Collider. Check out their latest news here.

We also talk upcoming gigs, beard etiquette and Dan Dan surprises us with what he's been listening to.

Pick N Licks is presented by musicians Danny Beardsley and Dan Dan Hayes - The Dream Band Podcast, where guests create their ultimate dream band.

Produced by Heather Beardsley.

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Music interview podcast: We were honoured to have the one and only Captain Lee Anderton shared his dream band line up for Episode 45. If you don't already follow him, then check out his page here.

Pick N Licks is presented by musicians Danny Beardsley and Dan Dan Hayes - The Dream Band Podcast, where guests create their ultimate dream band.

Produced by Heather Beardsley.

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Music interview podcast: Sharing his dream band line up with us for episode 44 we have Rab Dempsey from Heaven and Hellvis - Scottish based Black Sabbath tribute band fronted by the Scottish son of Elvis Presley!

Pick N Licks is presented by musicians Danny Beardsley and Dan Dan Hayes - The Dream Band Podcast, where guests create their ultimate dream band.

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Music interview podcast: We were honoured to be joined by Bassist Steve Jewell of Black Stone Cherry for Episode 43. Tune in to hear all the latest news on their upcoming EP (out 6th March 2026) and UK tour, as well as Steve's dream band picks. Give Steve a follow here and check out the BSC website here for all the up to date information.

Pick N Licks is presented by musicians Danny Beardsley and Dan Dan Hayes - The Dream Band Podcast, where guests create their ultimate dream band.

Produced by Heather Beardsley.

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Music interview podcast: Guitarist, composer, producer and educator Stuart McCallum joins us on the podcast to share his dream band line up. Find out more about Stuart and all his musical endeavours here.

Pick N Licks is presented by musicians Danny Beardsley and Dan Dan Hayes - The Dream Band Podcast, where guests create their ultimate dream band.

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Music interview podcast: Vocal powerhouse Jess Moyle from UK alt-metal band Night Thieves joins us for episode 41 and breaks down her dream band! Check out all things Night Thieves here.

Pick N Licks is presented by musicians Danny Beardsley and Dan Dan Hayes - The Dream Band Podcast, where guests create their ultimate dream band.

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Music interview podcast: We are kicking off 2026 with a great guest for you! Simon Garrod joins us for episode 40. Best known as founder and organiser of UK Tech-Fest, he is now taking time away to concentrate on his band Eschalon. With over a decade of band booking experience, tune in to hear who makes up his dream band.

Pick N Licks is presented by musicians Danny Beardsley and Dan Dan Hayes - The Dream Band Podcast, where guests create their ultimate dream band.

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Music interview podcast: For our 2025 Christmas episode we are joined by Ian R. Marshall - a multifaceted Nottingham-based musician, guitarist, bassist, percussionist, DJ, educator, photographer and all round creative whose passion for music radiates through everything he does. Ian also works with Nottingham Music Service, delivering music education to young people. A true creative force in the UK music community. Check out all his work here

Wishing all our listeners a very Merry Christmas!

Pick N Licks is presented by musicians Danny Beardsley and Dan Dan Hayes - The Dream Band Podcast, where guests create their ultimate dream band.

Produced by Heather Beardsley.

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Music interview podcast: Following Download festival's recent line up announcement for 2026, we are happy to welcome Mike from the LoadDown Podcast to Pick n Licks to talk us through his dream band line up.

Also discussions in this episode range from axe throwing, Dan's ankle and Diehard vest and Danny's drumming face. Check out that face here - Danny's creed cover

Pick N Licks is presented by musicians Danny Beardsley and Dan Dan Hayes - The Dream Band Podcast, where guests create their ultimate dream band.

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Music interview podcast: These Wicked Rivers lead guitarist and all round top bloke Arran Day joins us for episode 37. Catch up with all the latest from the band here.

Pick N Licks is presented by musicians Danny Beardsley and Dan Dan Hayes - The Dream Band Podcast, where guests create their ultimate dream band.

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Music interview podcast: YouTuber and incredible guitarist, Ed "The Shred" Clarke, joins us for episode 36 to share his dream band line up. Check out his YouTube channel here.

Pick N Licks is presented by musicians Danny Beardsley and Dan Dan Hayes - The Dream Band Podcast, where guests create their ultimate dream band.

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Music interview podcast: A truly electrifying guest! American singer, songwriter, musician, and author, Dick Valentine shares his dream band line up with us for episode 35. Best known as the lead vocalist, main lyricist, and co-founder of the rock band Electric Six, you can check out his latest ventures here.

Pick N Licks is presented by musicians Danny Beardsley and Dan Dan Hayes - The Dream Band Podcast, where guests create their ultimate dream band.

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Music interview podcast: What a guest we have for you this week! We are honoured to interview the one and only Mike Tramp. Solo artist and original vocalist of glam metal band White Lion. After several decades in the music industry, playing with some of the biggest names on the planet, you won't want to miss Mike's dream band line up. Give Mike a like and a follow on Instagram here.

Pick N Licks is presented by musicians Danny Beardsley and Dan Dan Hayes - The Dream Band Podcast, where guests create their ultimate dream band.

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Music interview podcast: Guitarist and Music Journalist Philip Weller joins us for episode 33 to choose his dream band. Give him a like and a follow here

Pick N Licks is presented by musicians Danny Beardsley and Dan Dan Hayes - The Dream Band Podcast, where guests create their ultimate dream band.

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Music interview podcast: Following the recent release of their album "It Can't Rain All The Time", this episode we are joined by Silver Dollar Room guitarist Jaime Turnbull to choose his dream band lineup. Check the band out here.

....also Dan Dan shares a painful memory!

Pick N Licks is presented by musicians Danny Beardsley and Dan Dan Hayes - The Dream Band Podcast, where guests create their ultimate dream band.

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Music interview podcast: Badass bassist Ben Finch joins us for episode 31 to present the dream band you definitely didn't see coming!

Bass player for The Parallax Method, The Danny Beardsley Trio and formerly Spirytus and Breed 77.

Pick N Licks is presented by musicians Danny Beardsley and Dan Dan Hayes - The Dream Band Podcast, where guests create their ultimate dream band.

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Music interview podcast: On the podcast this week we have Laser Bastard - actually we have Matt Burton, also known as Dr Hell from the mighty Evil Scarecrow. As well as choosing his dream band line up, we cover a multitude of topics including tea chat and what have you been listening to. We also get a PODCAST EXCLUSIVE as Matt tells us about their new album.

Check out all things Evil Scarecrow here

Pick N Licks is presented by musicians Danny Beardsley and Dan Dan Hayes - The Dream Band Podcast, where guests create their ultimate dream band.

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Music interview podcast: Joining us all the way from the US of A this episode, we have Tim Trumpy. Co-host of the popular podcast Crackpot which features two law school buddies discussing the believability of conspiracy theories ranging from aliens to Tupac.

Episode 29 also has a mini guest appearance from a little gibbon who shares some interesting facts.

Pick N Licks is presented by musicians Danny Beardsley and Dan Dan Hayes - The Dream Band Podcast, where guests create their ultimate dream band.

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Music interview podcast: What a guest we have for you this week! Naim Cortazzi from Fun Lovin' Criminals, Uncle Frank, Radio Riddler and Fatal Star joins us to pick his ultimate dream band. Make sure you check him out here on Instagram

Episode 28 also brings you multiple tea chats!!

Pick N Licks is presented by musicians Danny Beardsley and Dan Dan Hayes - The Dream Band Podcast, where guests create their ultimate dream band.

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Music interview podcast: Ahead of this weekend's mighty Mangata Festival in Nottingham, we have the main man himself, Kris Graham Martin in the studio with us, choosing his dream band lineup for episode 27.

Pick N Licks is presented by musicians Danny Beardsley and Dan Dan Hayes - The Dream Band Podcast where guests create their ultimate dream band.

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Music interview podcast: We are honoured to have Davina Songbird in the studio with us, choosing her dream band line up for episode 26. Born in London, raised in Luton and made in Nottingham, Davina has been wowing crowds with her incredible voice for years. A mixture of Neo Soul, Jazz and spoken word make up her original music. Davina is also a co-founder of the Nottingham Black Creative Network. Please check out her work here.

Pick N Licks is presented by musicians Danny Beardsley and Dan Dan Hayes - The Dream Band Podcast where guests create their ultimate dream band.

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Music interview podcast: Guitarist, producer and vocalist Nick Jennison joins us for Episode 25. Tune in to hear who he picks for his dream band. Find out what he's up to recently and give him a like and a follow here.

Also during this episode hear what Dan Dan thinks of one of his favourite bands new album and find out what Schurkin is!

Pick N Licks is presented by musicians Danny Beardsley and Dan Dan Hayes - The Dream Band Podcast where guests create their ultimate dream band.

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Music interview podcast: Joining us for episode 24 we have our first Australian guest - progressive master-mind James Norbert Ivanyi. James is a multi-instrumentalist, producer, educator and proudly independent solo touring musician hailing from Sydney, Australia. Described as one of the most original, commanding and versatile guitarists on the international instrumental scene today. Please check out James' work here and give him a like and a follow in Instagram too.

During this episode you also get an update on Dan Dan's cloven hoof, a new tea to try for Tea Chat and find out what the boys have been listening to.

Pick N Licks is presented by musicians Danny Beardsley and Dan Dan Hayes - The Dream Band Podcast where guests create their ultimate dream band.

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Music interview podcast: For episode 23 we bring you Rob Town - founder of Stampede Press and ex-bassist for British rock group Panic Cell. Rob has toured the world and shared stages with the likes of Metallica, Papa Roach, Alice in Chains and Alice Cooper. Currently running his PR/Marketing agency Stampede Press, Rob has worked with artists such as Terrorvision, Wayward Sons, The Virginmarys and Winger, as well as helping up and coming artists like The Rocket Dolls, Samarkind, Buffalo Summer, Courtesans and others to establish themselves in the music industry. In 2018, he co-founded music management consultation firm Lightning in a Bottle with Toby Jepson (Planet Rock/Wayward Sons/Little Angels). Rob is also a Tutor and Mentor at WaterBear College of Music.

This episode is released during Mental Health Awareness Week 2025, which runs from May 12th to 18th. Danny, Dan Dan and Rob chat about how significant music has been to each of them in supporting their mental well-being.

Pick N Licks is presented by musicians Danny Beardsley and Dan Dan Hayes - The Dream Band Podcast where guests create their ultimate dream band.

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Music interview podcast: Joining us for Episode 22 we have Firekind Guitarist and Vocalist Jas Morris. Jas is an official Seth Baccus Guitars Artist and Manson Guitars Demonstrator. Check out his website here.

During the episode Danny and Dan Dan also review the latest albums from Steven Wilson and Coheed & Cambria in "What have you been listening to".

Pick N Licks is presented by Danny Beardsley and Dan Dan Hayes

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Music interview podcast: Choosing his dream band this episode we have Mask of Judas guitarist, Lick Library demonstrator and WaterBear Collage of Music lecturer Sam Bell. Check Sam's social media out here to see everything he gets up to and give him a like and a follow.

Pick N Licks is presented by musicians Danny Beardsley and Dan Dan Hayes - The Dream Band Podcast, where guests create their ultimate dream band.

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Music interview podcast: Joining us for episode 20 we have another excellent guitarist - Phil Dyer. Check out who Phil picks for his dream band then give him a like and a follow here.

Pick N Licks is presented by musicians Danny Beardsley and Dan Dan Hayes - The Dream Band Podcast, where guests create their ultimate dream band.

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Music interview podcast: For episode 19 we interviewed our great friend Ryan Walton, frontman for the band Spirtyus. Join us as we take a trip down memory lane and discuss some of the good times we've shared together over the years. For some metal funk you can find Spirtyus music on all streaming platforms.

We recorded this episode for the 2025 Podcasthon which aims to bring together podcasters globally to raise awareness for charitable causes. We are dedicating this episode to raising awareness for The Sophie Lancaster Foundation. As many of you will know the foundation was set up following the brutal murder of 15 year old Sophie Lancaster in 2007 who was attacked by a gang for being different. The aims of the charity is to provide educational group-works that will challenge the prejudice and intolerance towards people from alternative subcultures, to campaign to have the UK Hate Crime legislation extended to include people from alternative subcultures, and keeping Sophie's legacy alive.

Please visit The Sophie Lancaster Foundation's website for more information or to donate and give them a follow on Instagram here.

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Music interview podcast: Picking his dream band this episode we have superb guitarist Liam Underdown. Give Liam a like and a follow here.

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Music interview podcast: Powerhouse vocalist Steven Nunn is sharing his dream band line up with us for episode 17. Give him a like and follow on Instagram here.

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Music interview podcast: Harbinger Guitarist Charlie Griffiths picks his dream band for episode 16. As well as being an amazing guitarist for the band, he is also an exceptional guitar coach, you can find all the details on his website.

Also give him a like and a share on Instagram here

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Music interview podcast: Guitarist and composer for Furyborn and Maelstrom Aeterna, Nick Richardson is our guest for episode 15. Tune in to find out who makes his dream band........and if all the rules were adhered to!

Check out Nick's musical endeavours here.

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Music interview podcast: For our first episode of 2025 we are welcoming manager of UK heavy metal band Evil Scarecrow, Jen Hill, to the podcast. Jen chats to us about the best and worse parts of managing a band, music festivals and, of course, her dream band.

You can find Jen on social media here and make sure you check out all things Evil Scarecrow here.

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Music interview podcast: Merry Christmas listeners! Thank you for joining us for our Christmas special, episode 13 and our final podcast of 2024. This week's special guest, crafting his ultimate dream band line up is Rob Lane - Bassist, host of the Straight 2 Video podcast and self proclaimed pop culture nerd. As well as discussing dream bands, we delve into the spirit of the festive season, debate the best holiday movies and the perfect Christmas dinner menu.

A special little friend of Pick N Licks makes a guest appearance too to discuss a recent PnL day trip!

Please check out the Straight 2 Video Podcast here and give Rob a like and a follow here

See you in 2025!

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Music interview podcast: Joining us for episode 12 to discuss his dream band line up is guitarist David Henry from UK Rock n Roll band Gwailo.

Find out more about Gwailo here and give David a like and a follow on Instagram here.

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Music interview podcast: Lead guitarist of UK theatrical metal band Ward XVI David Stott is our guest for episode 11. Have a listen and find out who he has chosen for his dream band line up.

Find out more about Ward XVI here and give David a like and a follow on Instagram here.

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Music interview podcast: Joining us for episode 10 is John Hartwell, singer and guitar player for rock band These Wicked Rivers and owner of a very impressive beard!

Find out more about Theses Wicked Rivers here and give John a like and a follow on Instagram here.

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