Beats & Beans

We're back! Apologies for the delay. In this episode, Sam sits down and brews a coffee with drummer, author and all-around great guy, AJ Rousell. We get nerdy with coffee and talk about everything from being your own boss, to values and finding a greater purpose. Find out all about AJ's endeavours here: InstagramBrewtime PracticeThe Drummer's Odyssey Camp UKAnd as always, you can order fantastic speciality coffee hereFollow Big Beats Coffee

In today's episode, Sam sits down for a coffee with Matt Parisi (@studiochimp). We cover a lot of ground from building a business using existing skills, to weighing up whether living in the metaverse on a drip-feed might be the best way to save the planet. Matt is a great guy and definitely "provides value" for anyone looking to go full time with their own passions. Check out Matt here:InstagramBig Beats Coffee:InstagramWebsite

Sam sits down for coffee and a chat with Mastering Engineer, Chris Pavey. Chris has some very interesting ideas about how the future of music might look and how that might redefine what 'success in music' means. We talk about the happiness that can be found by doing something you enjoy and keeping it that way. It's all too easy to feel like you have to turn every skill or hobby into a business. Sure, it's great if you do want to set up a business and you're wondering where you can start. But it's certainly not the only way. More about Chris on his website And his InstagramBig Beats Coffee

In today's episode, Sam sits down for a coffee with hybrid artist, Saura. We talk a lot about values and navigating the struggles of being an artist. Saura is an incredibly driven artist who has some major plans for his future and has a wonderful ability to work towards big goals with conviction. Check out Saura's latest music here  And give him a follow on Instagram More about Big Beats Coffee

How can you build the life you want to live? This week, Sam sits down for a coffee with music producer George Holliday. George stands out from the crowd in a number of ways, the most obvious being that his studio is on wheels. We talk about making music. working with artists, what it feels like to develop businesses and the struggles that go with that. If you want to know more about George you can find him here:Instagram And as always if you want to get your hands on some Big Beats coffee then you can do that on our store.More about Big Beats Coffee:WebsiteYouTubeInstagram

In this episode, Sam Turner sits down for a coffee and a chat with mastering engineer, Stephen Kerrison. We talk about what part mastering plays in the music industry and why Stephen takes a more creative approach. We cover the highs and lows of working in a creative field and how we can all help each other deal with that. Stephen has very kindly allowed me to offer listeners of the podcast a 10% discount on mastering with him so listen out for how to secure that offer.***CORRECTION: I give the wrong email address at the end to get hold of Stephen. The correct email is talltreesaudiomastering@gmail.com.  Tall Trees MasteringOrder Big Beats CoffeeFind us on Instagram

Today's episode is a fantastic chat between myself and John Seaton, an independent artist from Brighton. We talk about coffee, making music, what being successful in music means and how this impacts the rest of John's life. Any independent artists out there will be able to relate to a lot of what John is saying. Find John's music on SpotifyAnd find tickets to his gig at The Brunswick hereOrder Big Beats CoffeeFind us on Instagram

Welcome to the Big Beats Podcast! This is just a short introduction to the show so you know what to expect over the coming episodes. SPOILER: Lots of amazing people in the music industry sharing their stories, insight and how working in music affects the rest of their lives. Oh and we'll probably get nerdy about coffee! Adding this podcast to your favourites will mean you get notified as soon as new episodes drops and really helps us reach new people. For more information or to get your hands on some delicious speciality coffee then head to www.bigbeatscoffee.com