Kicking Back Podcast

Already fiercely championed by a slew of highly esteemed collaborators and tastemakers across the UK and US, independent, Soul newcomer Mica Millar's debut album – “Heaven Knows” was released in June 2022 to critical review. 'Heaven Knows' is self-written, arranged and produced with inspiration drawn from a plethora of vintage soundscapes, notably, soul, blues, gospel and jazz. Respectful nods are paid to girl groups of the 60's and 70's and classic Motown, giving her songs a timeless quality that is both reassuringly familiar yet distinctively hers. Those fortunate enough to have witnessed Mica on stage will have a clear idea of who she is: a bold, authentic talent with an ageless tone to her voice and an artist with an authentic ability to capture hearts and minds with her powerful performances delivered with passion, grit and class in abundance. Produced by RecRooms, The Kicking Back Podcast is an audio and video podcast hosted by video producer and musician Brad Ingham. It discusses Arts, Music and many other topics with a different Artist/ Creative in each episode.

Kami Kane, a bilingual rapper / songwriter (Punjabi-English) with Rolldeh being his eighth release in the last twelve months. Previous songs from Kami Kane has surpassed 100K views and streams with regular radio plays, interviews and performances up alongside the likes of Imran Khan, F1rstman, Sama Blake, Tasha T, Metz & Trix and many more. Joash Gill comes out of his previous 4 track EP release in December 2021, an artist who crossed various live-wires of culture that underpinned his sonic appetites, resulting in something explosive. Since then Joash's releases have regularly been playlisted, received widespread radio play including BBC Radio 1 and spoken highly of by the likes of Bobby Friction, Harpz Kaur, DJ Limelight, Jasmin Takher and more. With Rolldeh, Kami Kane and Joash are firmly stamping Greater Manchester on the map of a strengthening cultural hip hop wave. A mix of British urban and Desi vibes that will set the scene for a rising group of artists incorporating a mix of cultures in their creative output. Produced by RecRooms, The Kicking Back Podcast is an audio and video podcast hosted by video producer and musician Brad Ingham. It discusses Arts, Music and many other topics with a different Artist/ Creative in each episode.

Chloe Lawrence is a Manchester based, Essex born and Spanish bred singer-songwriter and street musician. From her bohemian roots in the mountains of Spain, Chloe has been forged in the folk revelations of the 60's. Her natural wanderlust led her to revelously dance barefoot with her audience at beach parties and juxtaposed this with contemplative intimate sets, where the ethos of her style showcased the classical elements of folk music whilst syngergising it with her own fierce independent modernity. Chloe began playing on the street regularly in Cardiff, where you could hit Queen Street and be charmed by the vulnerable optimism of her honest story-telling matched by the poetically dynamic intricacies of her voice. Chloe released her independently produced EP 'Cafe' in May 2020, which is available on Spotify, etc and plans to release new music in autumn of this year. Produced by RecRooms, The Kicking Back Podcast is an audio and video podcast hosted by video producer and musician Brad Ingham. It discusses Arts, Music and many other topics with a different Artist/ Creative in each episode.

Solis is an Irish songstress based in Manchester who is captivating audiences with her alluring, harmony-soaked melodies. Influenced by Kate Bush and Jeff Buckley from a very young age, Solis has placed her original touch on folk/ pop music. Solis' ethereal vocals carry a profound, elegant charm and her upcoming releases are sure to raise the hairs on the back of your neck. Produced by RecRooms, The Kicking Back Podcast is an audio and video podcast hosted by video producer and musician Brad Ingham. It discusses Arts, Music and many other topics with a different Artist/ Creative in each episode.

Run Remedy is the brainchild of native New Jersey'ian, Robin Melinda Koob: songwriter and indie rock operative with a penchant for equal parts irreverence & candor. She was born and raised on the classic rock radio stations of suburban America by two recovering church leaders and started hymn-singing and violin'ing from an early age. Now an openly queer defector, Robin's songs show a reluctant love for her yesteryears, as she dabbles with influences of Americana, early 90s indie, grunge, post rock, and ironic evangelical worship. Produced by RecRooms, The Kicking Back Podcast is an audio and video podcast hosted by video producer and musician Brad Ingham. It discusses Arts, Music and many other topics with a different Artist/ Creative in each episod

Cold Comforts are a trio tearing Alt Rock kicking and screaming into the 21st Century. In their short time together, they have released their debut album "Living in Relative Obscurity" which they promoted on their recent UK tour. The band have also been longlisted for Glastonbury's Emerging Talent Competition and have played support slots for artists including Thumper and Mother's Cake. "Cold Comforts thrilling wall of sound is instantly vibrant and energetic, evoking images of live crowds jumping and singing along" - Indie Buddie "A tremendous offering which leaves us all the more excited for the album which, going off this, is going to be explosive" - RGM Produced by RecRooms, The Kicking Back Podcast is an audio and video podcast hosted by video producer and musician Brad Ingham. It discusses Arts, Music and many other topics with a different Artist/ Creative in each episode.

Caoilfhionn Rose (pronounced Keelin), is a singer, songwriter and producer who was born in Manchester, England, with family roots in Northern Ireland and Yorkshire (UK). Emerging from a diverse music scene, she ties together remnants of Manchester's musical past with its evolving present. She has collaborated with musicians from around the world and is perhaps best known for her work with Vini Reilly of The Durutti Column Collaborating on four songs on the Chronicle LX: XL Caoilfhionn released her long-awaited sophomore album ‘Truly' on Gondwana Records which was co-produced by Keir Stewart of The Durutti Column. It moves through a tapestry of curious musical inflections; nods towards folk, jazz, ambient, electronica and even a subtle influence of psychedelia. Rose's song writing draws from a diverse palette of influences, including Building Instrument, Rachel Sermanni, Alabaster DePlume and Broadcast. Rose also professes to a love for beautiful, stripped back, piano based music, such as Dustin O'Halloran and label mate Hania Rani. Produced by RecRooms, The Kicking Back Podcast is an audio and video podcast hosted by video producer and musician Brad Ingham and musician Sam Parry. It discusses Arts, Music and many other topics with a different Artist/ Creative in each episode.

May Payne is a 20-year-old singer-songwriter and pianist based in Manchester who blends the deliberate songwriting of Bob Dylan and the nostalgic sounds of Van Morrison and Rex Orange County for new refreshing take on the Singer-Songwriter genre. Whilst honing her skills at the Royal Northern College of Music (and previously at the Berklee College of Music) she has formed the perfect band to help her realise her sound. May's distinctive vocals are augmented by her own piano playing alongside Alex Bresh on bass, Reuben Savage on guitar, and Gemma Watson on drums. The group of friends have been described as a ‘one-minded, eight-armed unit', transforming her songs into something truly unique and vibrant. Produced by RecRooms, The Kicking Back Podcast is an audio and video podcast hosted by video producer and musician Brad Ingham and singer William Jaquet. It discusses Arts, Music and many other topics with a different Artist/ Creative in each episode.

Chesqua is a Manchester based, vocalist with a vibrancy and enthusiasm for creating fresh song writing, whilst maintaining authenticity. She kicked off her musical journey working with Members of Grammy award winning band, ‘Snarky Puppy' and has since collaborated with some of the UK's best up and coming musicians on various projects and genres ; neo soul - trip hop, dance and pop. These collaborations allowed an exploration into writing and recording, working with renowned international producers, Lost Frequencies, Ryan Blyth, Max Liese and Akshin Alizadeh. Over the past 12 months, Chesqua has been working on new solo material for a new EP 'City of Doubt'. Crafting her sound and Creating original, timeless tracks to compliment her first EP 'The rain'. Produced by RecRooms, The Kicking Back Podcast is an audio and video podcast hosted by video producer and musician Brad Ingham and musician Ali Roocroft. It discusses Arts, Music and many other topics with a different Artist/ Creative in each episode.

A versatile voice, flare for performance and addiction to being class clown has led Amy Webber to have a diverse career as a classical and pop singer, a songwriter, an actor-musician, and a musical comedian. Born in Kent but spending her primary years in Japan, Amy has performed as a soloist across the country as well as live on air for BBC Radio 5 Live, BBC Radio Manchester, BBC Radio Scotland and ITV's This Morning. During lockdown, she started writing and releasing her own music under the name, Eimie. Amy is also writes commercial music for production companies for leading ELT Publishers including Oxford University Press as well as jingles for BBC Radio and Youtuber Max Fosh. In June 2021, 2 years after starting musical comedy Amy won the ‘Audience Favourite' Award at the 2020 national Musical Comedy Awards and was also shortlisted for the BBC New Comedy Awards 2021. As well as having a monthly feature writing and singing a ‘News' Song' for BBC Radio Manchester, she wrote and performed a song on BBC Radio 4's Front Row. Produced by RecRooms, The Kicking Back Podcast is an audio and video podcast hosted by video producer and musician Brad Ingham. It discusses Arts, Music and many other topics with a different Artist/ Creative in each episode.

Amber Jay's delicate emotive vocals and innovative production toys between alternative and bedroom pop, weaving amongst dark unearthly concepts and heartfelt lyrics. Her debut EP 'Never Too Far from a Dark Thought' blends genres from the likes of electronica to alt-pop sounds to create her own atmospheric cinematic musical universe. Amber Jay has gained support from the likes of BBC Introducing Merseyside and Radio 1 along with tastemakers such as Earmilk, who named her debut EP 'golden' and music that will ‘bounce around in your brain for days.' While also securing major spots on Spotify Editorial playlists such as Salt, Fresh Finds: Pop and Rainbow UK, leading to Amber Jay's EP gaining over 80,000 streams across all streaming platforms. The past six months has seen Amber hit the live circuit heavily, having supported Tik Tok superstar Michael Aldag, along with support slots with GIRLI and Georgia. Produced by RecRooms, The Kicking Back Podcast is an audio and video podcast hosted by video producer and musician Brad Ingham. It discusses Arts, Music and many other topics with a different Artist/ Creative in each episode.

Equal parts ethereal and abrasive, KRISTRÚN combines flowing melodies with explosive soundscapes. An Icelandic native, she is currently based in Liverpool, U.K. where she developed a passion for underground dance music and honed her futuristic sound. KRISTRÚN describes her music as "dark electronic music for star-crossed lovers." KRISTRÚN will appeal to fans of James Blake, Banks, Portishead and the avant-garde. Produced by RecRooms, The Kicking Back Podcast is an audio and video podcast hosted by video producer and musician Brad Ingham. It discusses Arts, Music and many other topics with a different Artist/ Creative in each episode.

Karman is an avant-garde art-pop musician based in Liverpool. Inspired by the Japanese visual kei movement, 90's trip-hop, industrial and other subcultures; Karman creates distinct worlds and moods by welcoming the weird and wonderful. Combining haunting vocals with hard-hitting, experimental electronics, Karman calls for change in the current musical philosophy of the Liverpool scene. In her recent EP Akuma, she explores our inner demons and the shame surrounding woman hood and emotional trauma. She opens up a conversation about taking control of your own destiny by looking at the past and the isolation of the queer, female experience in the music industry. Produced by RecRooms, The Kicking Back Podcast is an audio and video podcast hosted by video producer and musician Brad Ingham. It discusses Arts, Music and many other topics with a different Artist/ Creative in each episode.

This weeks podcast guest is singer Wayne Ellington. Behind the beautifully seasoned tones of his voice though, stands a humble and modest, yet quietly confident man, with a burning passion for music and song that stretches throughout the wonderful city of Manchester and reaches the grateful ears of the world. Having founded the internationally acclaimed gospel choir ‘Manchester Inspirational Voices' in 2006, Wayne has touched the lives of hundreds of Mancunians, who have joined, rehearsed and performed under his dedicated leadership and master class orchestration. Capturing hearts and captivating minds. From humble beginnings, singing his heart out every weekend in church as a child, Wayne has followed the road his voice has forged for him, the road that he was always supposed to take. He attended Brunel University, studying a BMus in Music and Art, where he was awarded with the prestigious Sheridan Instrumental Prize for Outstanding Singing and Musicianship along the way. The road has led him to some beautiful places around the world and allowed him to meet some incredible people too. Wayne has performed alongside Brit Pop idols Blur and has taken to the stage in front of millions of worshippers in Krakow, with Pope St John Paul II amongst the esteemed attendees. As part of the Kingdom Choir, Wayne helped to create a musical landscape that will be remembered for decades, whilst performing at the Royal Wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. Whether he is in front of his beloved choir, or performing his masterful renditions of Nat King Cole, Wayne gives it everything. His passion and love. His heart and soul. Produced by RecRooms, The Kicking Back Podcast is an audio and video podcast hosted by video producer and musician Brad Ingham and co-hosted by singer Kim McKenzie. It discusses Arts, Music and many other topics with a different Artist/ Creative in each episode.

Jack Horner (AKA Leon the pig farmer) is a Manchester based Yorkshire beat poet. As an ex-serviceman who began writing verse to help him deal with a PTSD diagnosis, Leon has an assertive take on spoken word with fast firing rhythmic verse and a sharp outlook on both his mental health recovery and other social topics and observations that catch his eye. An energetic delivery that has been compared to both a belt fed mortar explosion and a staccato assault full of energy and emotion which can silence and mesmerize an audience. Produced by RecRooms, The Kicking Back Podcast is an audio and video podcast hosted by video producer and musician Brad Ingham. It discusses Arts, Music and many other topics with a different Artist/ Creative in each episode.

Shunya aka Alan Keary is a Limerick born multi - instrumentalist, producer and string enthusiast. Keary has been carving a name for himself under Shunya as a growing influence in the underground jazz / electronic scene in Manchester. Shunya's sound is an amalgamation of influences, ranging from his early musical background of classical and Irish tinged violin to the sounds of Manchester's electronic music scene which compliment his highly accomplished abilities as a jazz bassist in his years of studying music at Salford University. Most recently Shunya has received notable reputation for being part of GoGo Penguin's unique remix LP ‘GGP/RMX' which was released on Blue Note Records earlier in May this year. Produced by RecRooms, The Kicking Back Podcast is an audio and video podcast hosted by video producer and musician Brad Ingham. It discusses Arts, Music and many other topics with a different Artist/ Creative in each episode.

Jon Gomm, based in Yorkshire in the UK, is an acoustic singer-songwriter with a revolutionary virtuoso guitar style, where he uses one acoustic guitar to create drum sounds, bass lines and twisting melodies all at the same time. The emphasis is still on the soulful vocals and songwriting, and his original material is influenced by everything from Robert Johnson to Radiohead. Jon is a truly and fiercely independent artist, with his own label and no mainstream industry support, but using mostly online social networks for promotion, he has defied the odds with a huge, truly supportive fanbase resulting in headline tours on all 5 continents, from Australia, Canada and Europe to China and South Africa and South America. Rob Gomm is a vegan chef at Upside Down Cafe, a specialty coffee shop in Blackpool on the North West coast of the UK. Blackpool usually specialises in penny arcades, inflatable beach balls and hot, sugary doughnuts on the promenade, and it does not have a coffee culture…yet. Upside Down are the beginning of that, and hope very much not to be the end. Produced by RecRooms, The Kicking Back Podcast is an audio and video podcast hosted by video producer and musician Brad Ingham. It discusses Arts, Music and many other topics with a different Artist/ Creative in each episode.

In the summer of 1965 a chance meeting between John Howarth and the brothers Larry and Gerry Kearns in the Highfield and Park pub in Waterloo Street, Oldham, saw the beginning of years of fun and music for the Oldham Tinkers, and indeed for Anybody who happened to listen to them. When asked to describe their own music, the Oldham Tinkers are uncertain. Some people call it simply “folk”, but does that word sum it up? It involves a wealth of children's material, gleaned mainly from their own childhoods, a host of airs and lilts bequeathed by their family backgrounds, narrative songs, music hall songs, dialect songs and poetry, pub songs, daft songs, and deeply sincere songs, often sad. Produced by RecRooms, The Kicking Back Podcast is an audio and video podcast hosted by video producer and musician Brad Ingham. It discusses Arts, Music and many other topics with a different Artist/ Creative in each episode.

In this weeks very festive episode we celebrate the year with all our hosts from this year! We play a gameshow to see who will win a delightful christmas tea pot, be prepared for laughing, crying, drama and betrayal!! this is definitely an episode you don't want to miss Featuring Bradley Ingham, Matt Campbell, Kim Mckenzie, Sam Parry, Ali Roocroft, Adam Bidgood, Will Jaquet and Alex Dineen.

The music of Manchester based pianist and singer-songwriter Ollie West has shifted dramatically since his formative years playing at open mic nights aged 14. Initially inspired by the music of Billy Joel, Elbow and Joni Mitchell, Ollie's writing has explored jazz, folk, world music, pop, rock, prog and classical music to create a unique sound like nothing you've ever heard before. Their debut album “Time Stood Still” from 2019 took the band around the UK on a 16 date tour that included sell out shows in Manchester, London and The Wirral, and the success of single “Home” from that record saw them become “Young Artist Of The Week” on classical music station Scala Radio, with multiple plays on the station from Simon Mayo, Angellica Bell and Sam Hughes. Ollie's latest single “Count To Four” tells a heartfelt and moving story from the perspective of a person who has been left by someone they love, and might be one of the band's finest works to date. Produced by Rec Rooms, The Kicking Back Podcast is an audio and video podcast hosted by video producer and musician Brad Ingham. It discusses Arts, Music and many other topics with a different Artist/ Creative in each episode.

In our ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY episode we chat with Hannah Ashcroft about her music and various other subjects. Born in the North-West of the UK, Hannah Ashcroft is a guitarist, singer and songwriter whose material and live shows have made her an indelible part of the Manchester indie music scene today. Her prowess on the guitar is equally impressive on the acoustic as the on the electric guitar, and they combine with her beautifully haunting vocals which are at once soft and powerful – creating a sound which effortlessly bridges indie, folk, singer-songwriter and rock. She has gained initial acclaim from the likes of BBC Radio 6 Music's Tom Robinson & Mary Anne Hobbs as well as tastemaker music sites such as Secret Meeting, For The Rabbits and Ear To The Ground. Hannah then collaborated with Mercury Prize-nominated artist Beth Orton as part of Brighter Sound's gender equality initiative Both Sides Now.

Ruth Rosselson is the resilience co-ordinator at Manchester Mind and leads workshops and courses aimed at helping people better manage stress, difficulties and life's challenges. She delivers Manchester Mind's mindfulness programme of workshops and courses and has been meditating herself for 14 years. She is a fully accredited mindfulness trainer, and hopes to make mindfulness meditation as accessible as possible to all communities and ages. Outside of work, she enjoys yoga, running and live music. Produced by RecRooms, The Kicking Back Podcast is an audio and video podcast hosted by video producer and musician Brad Ingham. It discusses Arts, Music and many other topics with a different Artist/ Creative in each episode.

Dr Kelly is a trauma psychologist in the UK, who was born and raised in Bermuda. Kelly says 'As a trauma psychologist, my goal is to help peole find their roots and build a strong core so that they can grow into strong, resilient people. I work with those who've endured trauma of all kinds, but I specialise in working with individuals who have experienced sexual abuse.' We also have some music from the wonderful Rachael Jean Harris in the episode too, what a spellbinding performance! Produced by RecRooms, The Kicking Back Podcast is an audio and video podcast hosted by video producer and musician Brad Ingham. It discusses Arts, Music and many other topics with a different Artist/ Creative in each episode.

Rafaela Nunes is a local therapist who in 2018, set up her counselling practice ‘threadUp' in Ancoats - Manchester; with the aim of supporting and improving the mental health of the creative community specifically. Rafaela says: “I'm so grateful to have a thriving counselling practice dedicated to Creatives. Though I welcome clients from all different backgrounds, my passion is centred around supporting creatives and developing a practice that is sensitive to their specific issues; themes such as sustained financial uncertainty, trauma, identity issues, anxiety & depression, are things I commonly support my clients with. Since working with musicians, writers, comedians, fashion & creative designers, it also became clear that certain creative environments can at times exacerbate mental health issues and greater support is needed. My vision is to expand what I do on a one to one basis, on to large creative events such as festivals/fringes, with the service ‘threadUp-pitchUp.' We also have some music from the mesmerising John Haycock in the episode too, its an absolute belter!

The Dee Brothers play Blues-Rock and Soul Music inspired by 70s greats such as Springsteen and Van Morrison with a modern sensibility. Hailing from the North-West of the UK, Alex and James Dee have played as session musicians for an eclectic array of artists including Jessie Ware, Ghostpoet, Lucy Rose, London Elektricity Big Band, 10cc, Jamie N Commons, Georgie Fame, and The Flirtations.

J Chambers is a Manchester based poet and hip hop artist. 2020 proved to be a pivotal time for him, as he cemented himself as one of the most important voices in the UK hip hop scene. His politically charged single ‘Kill The Noise', was released in response to the Black Lives Matter protests, securing plaudits from Riddim Magazine, Eamilk, PRS in M-Magazine, and plays on Heartless Crew's BBC 1Xtra show. Asa consequence, J was commissioned by the BBC to write and perform a moving spoken word poetry piece to open up Blue Peter's Black History Month celebration. “I wanted to write something I thought would resonate with young children” he states discussing the project. With lyrics of redemption, Black liberation, freedom and equality J Chambers explores the challenges of understanding culture and celebration of identity on ‘Escape The Kingdom' Produced by Rec Rooms, The Kicking Back Podcast is an audio and video podcast hosted by video producer and musician Brad Ingham and co hosted by singer and musician Kim McKenzie. It discusses Arts, Music and many other topics with a different Artist/ Creative in each episode.

Yorkshire born musician Guy Connor originally came to Manchester as guitarist of rock band The Paris Riots, which enjoyed much success in the UK & Europe. After the band's eventual demise, Guy then went on to form the Post Punk duo 'Giant Boys' with Paris Riots drummer Scottie Mcknight in 2017. Since then Giant Boys have released numerous singles & Eps to high acclaim, including that of BBC 6's Tom Robinson. After releasing their last EP 'Click & Collect' in early 2020, Giant Boys went on hiatus and Guy released his first solo album 'Someone You'd Leave Me For' that same year. This was a clear departure from the heavy & raw sound of Giant Boys, with a set of songs influenced by Alt country, Americana & Soul. He has since continued to put out new solo material in the form of live films throughout 2021, and is now set to release an Ep of unheard tracks from his debut entitled ‘Off-cuts' next month. Produced by Rec Rooms, The Kicking Back Podcast is an audio and video podcast hosted by video producer and musician Brad Ingham and co hosted by guitarist and musician Matthew Campbell. It discusses Arts, Music and many other topics with a different Artist/ Creative in each episode.

Nathan Parker is a Blackpool born spoken artist, with proud northern roots and a quest to enable, provoke and uplift through the power of words. A youth worker by day and author of young adult fiction books, The Granville Series, Nathan's creativity is rooted in working class grit and a celebration of lived experience.

Quiet Houses are an Edinburgh born and Manchester based indie-folk duo made up of Hannah Elliott) and Jamie Stewart. After forming in early 2018, the pair started writing songs rooted in the wistful folk sound-world of Laura Marling and Belle & Sebastian and the quirky lyricism of indie songwriters Courtney Barnett and Kurt Vile. Since releasing their debut EP ‘Armchair Tree' in May 2019 the duo have been championed by Ryan Paul (BBC Introducing Manchester), Shell Zenner (Amazing Radio) Tom Robinson (BBC 6 Music) and BBC Introducing Scotland. Their next EP ‘Big Town' is set for release in November 2021. Produced by Rec Rooms, The Kicking Back Podcast is an audio and video podcast hosted by video producer and musician Brad Ingham and co hosted by guitarist and musician Matthew Campbell. It discusses Arts, Music and many other topics with a different Artist/ Creative in each episode.

John Ellis is a musician/ producer from Manchester. John has played and recorded with artists such as Corinne Bailey Rae, Tom Jones, Lily Allen, James Yorkston, John Squire (Stone Roses) and The Cinematic Orchestra 2001-2005. John also manages Limefield, a recording and production studio which continues to produce albums of music with a wide range of artists and musicians. He also makes regular live performances playing and singing with regular collaborators Honey Feet, The Breath, Kirk McElhinney and Baked A La Ska. Produced by RecRooms, The Kicking Back Podcast is an audio and video podcast hosted by video producer and musician Brad Ingham and singer and musician Kirk McelHinney. It discusses Arts, Music and many other topics with a different Artist/ Creative in each episode.

Jenn Clempner is a Singer-Pianist, Music Director for theatre and choirs, an Independent Vocal Coach, Multi-instrumentalist, Mental Health advocate & Lecturer in Music. She has toured extensively throughout the UK, Germany and Los Angeles, working with bands such as The Hoosiers and spent a number of years based in London managing indie record label, Beatroute Records. Jenn set up an independent singing school in 2014 which offers holistic voice training for professional creatives. Through this Jenn has coached professional musicians, vocalists and actors across the country. Jenn's own training began in theatre, but as her career has progressed the realms of acting and pop music have continued to cross over and often merge. Their convergence has highlighted one constant, which is the struggle with mental illness in creative adults. This, and numerous other reasons, is why Jenn has chosen to pursue a PhD researching mental illness and neurodiversity in popular music, taking an ethnographical approach throughout her continued creative practise and work within academia. Produced by Rec Rooms, The Kicking Back Podcast is an audio and video podcast hosted by video producer and musician Brad Ingham. It discusses Arts, Music and many other topics with a different Artist/ Creative in each episode.

Rodrigo Constanzo makes art. He thinks this is an important thing to do. The art he makes is generally smeared in time, in the form of music. He improvises and acts as an antennae to the beauty, electricity, and endless surprise that is living a crazy life. He composes and tries to create new sounds, interactions and behaviors that he find interesting and challenging. He performs his own music and the music of others on a variety of instruments, with close friends. He believes in magic. He believes in sharing things. He believes in teaching. He believes in openness. He love sweet jams, and avoids speaking with a complicated vocabulary as much as possible. He tries to live as presently and honestly as possible. Produced by Rec Rooms, The Kicking Back Podcast is an audio and video podcast hosted by video producer and musician Brad Ingham and co hosted by pianist and musician Ali Roocroft. It discusses Arts, Music and many other topics with a different Artist/ Creative in each episode.

Ryan Buxton is a singer-songwriter based in Manchester, UK. Here's some words from the man himself: 'Someone described my music as a grunge-y cuddle a few years ago and I have just decided to run with it. I feel like it sums up what I am trying to do nicely. I like dark music. Music you can listen to on your own at night and just stare out of the window to. Equally though, I want my music to have the same feeling as spending a night with your mate, talking it all through and just feeling lighter at the end of it. Lyrically I work hard to try and say something that I can stand by or that I feel has a good feeling to it. It's not always negative but I do find songwriting a great way to process the negative stuff and then move on. So, yeah, I make grunge cuddles.' Donate to our PayPal Account - https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=3VJYX7NGLQWKE

Nii is a songwriter and guitarist based in Leeds UK. Since playing for different bands and artists in the city, he has branched out into releasing his own solo work, with his latest sound mixing R&B and Indie influences. Donate to our PayPal Account - https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted...

Jonny Lindsey is a poet from Accrington who has been creating poetry since the start of lockdown and I've been performing it live since May. He's had poems published in “Manchester Buzzin Bards 2020” and also performed on BBC Radio Lancashire & Leeds radio station Chapel FM. Jonny has a huge belief in Northern spirit and the accent, having had his poem “PROUD OF THE NORTH” displayed around Blackburn for the National Festival of Making' Produced by Rec Rooms, The Kicking Back Podcast is an audio and video podcast hosted by video producer and musician Brad Ingham and co hosted by guitarist and musician Matthew Campbell. It discusses Arts, Music and many other topics with a different Artist/ Creative in each episode.

A relative newcomer to the North West music scene, Leeds-born Jed Timms is already making a name for himself with a raw yet sophisticated sound; weaving poignant lyrics with a gentle, knowing voice through an earthy acoustic landscape. Jed's 2021 single 'Safe House' is adorned with lush string arrangements and haunting synths; released in the peak of the pandemic, it was described by 6 Musics Tom Robinson as "Gorgeous[...] one of the best lockdown songs I've heard". Produced by Rec Rooms, The Kicking Back Podcast is an audio and video podcast hosted by video producer and musician Brad Ingham and co hosted by singer and musician Kim McKenzie. It discusses Arts, Music and many other topics with a different Artist/ Creative in each episode.

Caitlin LM is an alt-pop artist, hailing from Manchester, UK. Having lost both parents a year apart, her music is a haunting yet optimistic reflection on what matters most in life. Her luscious vocal harmonies and electronic undertones are reminiscent of artists such as James Blake, Moses Sumney, Kate Bush and Thom Yorke, but with a gentle northern hue. Produced by Rec Rooms, The Kicking Back Podcast is an audio and video podcast hosted by video producer and musician Brad Ingham and co hosted by singer and musician Matthew Campbell. It discusses Arts, Music and many other topics with a different Artist/ Creative in each episode.

Manchester-born solo artist, and multi-instrumentalist, James Holt has long been championed by music industry giants, such as legendary producer Brian Eno, and the listening public alike. Produced by Rec Rooms, The Kicking Back Podcast is an audio and video podcast hosted by video producer and musician Brad Ingham and co hosted by singer and musician Kim McKenzie. It discusses Arts, Music and many other topics with a different Artist/ Creative in each episode.

This weeks podcast features Bay Bryan. Bay Bryan is a singer/songwriter based in Manchester (UK), originally from the Rocky Mountains of Colorado (USA), whose music is often compared to Laura Marling and Rufus Wainwright. Bay is currently finishing a full length concept album called The Meadow (releasing September 2021); The first single 'Sticky Shadows' will be released in July 2021. Produced by RecRooms, The Kicking Back Podcast is an audio and video podcast hosted by video producer and musician Brad Ingham and co-hosted by guitarist and musician Matthew Campbell. It discusses Arts, Music and many other topics with a different Artist/ Creative in each episode.

This weeks Kicking Back Podcast features Amber Prothero. Amber landed her first feature in New Music Friday UK at the end of January 2021, with her single Insecurity Lies. She has also featured heavily over the past year on BBC Introducing Merseyside's Saturday night shows with both independent releases and featurings. Amber filmed the music video for Confident in the heart of Liverpool, a place where she spent alot of time growing up and recorded her first CD in one of the city's most well-known creative hubs, Elevator Studios, at the age of 14. The video is set for release on Friday 9th July. Produced by Rec Rooms, The Kicking Back Podcast is an audio and video podcast hosted by video producer and musician Brad Ingham and co hosted by guitarist and musician Matthew Campbell. It discusses Arts, Music and many other topics with a different Artist/ Creative in each episode

This weeks podcast features Yemi Bolatiwa. Yemi is a multi-faceted vocal artist who has worked on numerous releases with electronic music labels across the UK & EU, most recently Piem, Danny Howard and Lauren Lo Sung (Nothing Else Matters). The London born soul singer was recently played on BBC Radio 1 with performances on BBC Introducing Manchester, BBC Radio Manchester and BBC 1Xtra under her belt and hails proudly as a frequent face of the Manchester live music scene. Produced by Rec Rooms, The Kicking Back Podcast is an audio and video podcast hosted by video producer and musician Brad Ingham and co hosted by guitarist and musician Matthew Campbell. It discusses Arts, Music and many other topics with a different Artist/ Creative in each episode

This weeks podcast features The Deep Blue; Georgia Gage, Niamh Feeney, Katie Emanuel and Sophie Wozencraft. Thier song are of the alternative indie folk persuasion, rich in three part vocal harmony and washed in the shades of their name. The Deep Blue spent lockdown writing and recording their debut EP with producer Alex Quinn. Their debut track ‘Jealous Sea', a shimmering, summery-sounding feel-good indie tune, was released on Snide Records in May. The EP tracks, all set for release in 2021, emulate the mind games playing out inside our own heads. Perhaps they are in yours too. Come swim with us - we could all do with an escape into The Deep Blue. Produced by Rec Rooms, The Kicking Back Podcast is an audio and video podcast hosted by video producer and musician Brad Ingham and co hosted by guitarist and musician Matthew Campbell. It discusses Arts, Music and many other topics with a different Artist/ Creative in each episode.

This episode of the Kicking Back Podcast features Mancunian music-maker Ellen Beth Abdi! Ellen uses live loops, pokey drums, undulating synths and quietly subversive lyrics to mould her sound. 'Potent and lyrical electronic soul with a social conscience. For the thinkers and the movers of this dimension and others.' Produced by Rec Rooms, The Kicking Back Podcast is an audio and video podcast hosted by video producer and musician Brad Ingham and co hosted by guitarist and musician Matthew Campbell. It discusses Arts, Music and many other topics with a different Artist/ Creative in each episode.

Known for his soulful voice and insightful lyrics, Manchester based singer-songwriter Kirk McElhinney music combines a rich and vibrant mosaic of acoustic guitar picking that gives him a sound that is both unique and enticing. His concerts are always something of a one-off, mostly down to his free-spirited jamming style and raw energy that captivates audiences everywhere he performs. His highly anticipated second album ‘You Are Not Your Past' will be released on 4 th June 2021. The first single from the album is the track ‘Ticking Clock' and is out now across all download and streaming platforms. Produced by Rec Rooms, The Kicking Back Podcast is an audio and video podcast hosted by video producer and musician Brad Ingham and co hosted by guitarist and musician Matthew Campbell. It discusses Arts, Music and many other topics with a different Artist/ Creative in each episode.

This weeks guest is the wonderful Chloe Foy. She joined us in the studio for a live intimate performance and chinwag! Chloe has shared her most direct track yet, ‘Work of Art', ahead of the arrival of her long-awaited debut album, ‘Where Shall We Begin', on June 11. Coming off the back of her performance at last week's The Great Escape, it's fitting that Foy launches her latest single on the week venues re-open across the country. An ode to the gig-going community, it celebrates the confidence she gained from audiences to let go and live in the moment. Speaking of the track, Foy said: “For me, music can't fulfil its true meaning without sharing it in a room with others. That is the magic. When I'm singing “Bodies glow, you're a work of art”, I'm talking about music lovers together in a room. Produced by Rec Rooms, The Kicking Back Podcast is an audio and video podcast hosted by video producer and musician Brad Ingham and co hosted by guitarist and musician Matthew Campbell. It discusses Arts, Music and many other topics with a different Artist/ Creative in each episode.

This weeks Kicking Back Podcast features Alex Orosa from Valetta. Following the release of their debut single, art rock quartet Valetta return with the frenetic 'Dead To The World', out on the 9th of April. We're super excited to have Alex on the show, so grab your brew and tune in, its gonna be a good one. Produced by RecRooms, The Kicking Back Podcast is an audio and video podcast hosted by video producer and musician Brad Ingham and co-hosted by guitarist and musician Matthew Campbell. It discusses Arts, Music and many other topics with a different Artist/ Creative in each episode.

This weeks podcast guest is Sam Parry and Alasdair Simpson from XMenBTeam. XMenBTeam is a 6-piece dub rock monstrosity brought to you from the musical melting pot of Manchester. Channeling influences from The Specials to Rage Against the Machine, via Jurassic 5, this band always leaves a lasting impression with their high-octane live show. ‘The BTeam' have performed nationwide as well as abroad and are particularly at home in front of a festival audience. Notable appearances include Soundwave, Boomtown, Kendal Calling and Moovin, giving the band the opportunity to prove themselves alongside the likes of Mr. Scruff, Lee ‘Scratch' Perry and Riot Jazz. After whatever 2020 turned out to be, 2021 will be better, with a new EP in the works, a tour (whenever that can happen), and hopefully loads of festivals! The boys still managed to get a couple of gigs, doing a ‘live' streamed set for NEXUS festival at the height of lockdown, as well as numerous lockdown videos to keep the spirits up. XMenBTeam have always been proud to discuss important matters through their music; their songs address a wide range of issues from the importance of community to mental-health awareness... all accompanied by their MO: ‘Don't Be a Dick'. Produced by Rec Rooms, The Kicking Back Podcast is an audio and video podcast hosted by video producer and musician Brad Ingham and co hosted by guitarist and musician Matthew Campbell. It discusses Arts, Music and many other topics with a different Artist/ Creative in each episode.

This weeks Kicking Back Podcast features Charlie Sinclair, lead singer from Sylvette. Inspired by art in all its forms, Sylvette draw from the elements and traditions of many different genres and synthesise a unique experience. On one hand it's natural, earthy, and ritualistic and on the other futuristic, celestial and even glamourous. Their sound is overall bold and new but most importantly, at its heart, emotionally raw and vulnerable. During their 5 years as a band they have released 2 albums, completed 3 UK tours, had support from BBC introducing, BBC 6, CLASH Magazine, Q magazine, fresh on the net and had live sessions at BBC Bristol and BBC Kent. In 2019 they appeared on the festival circuit playing Dot to Dot and Kendal Calling festival. We go in depth into their creative process, writing and new music for this year! Produced by RecRooms, The Kicking Back Podcast is an audio and video podcast hosted by video producer and musician Brad Ingham and co-hosted by guitarist and musician Matthew Campbell. It discusses Arts, Music and many other topics with a different Artist/ Creative in each episode.

Lois Rae is an enigmatic pop artist from the UK, fusing contemporary production with 90s flare and classical roots. Her highly anticipated EP is slated for release in early 2021 and showcases her penchant for penning punchy pop hits with a twist. Produced by RecRooms, The Kicking Back Podcast is an audio and video podcast hosted by video producer and musician Brad Ingham and co-hosted by Musician and guitarist Matthew Campbell. It discusses Arts, Music and many other topics with a different Artist/ Creative in each episode.

Harry Heart's distinguished style of alternative rock mixes UK influences (Arctic Monkeys, Catfish and the Bottlemen) with a stadium-bound sound drawn from acts such as The Killers and Kings of Leon, and acoustic moments comparable to those of Hozier and Sun Kil Moon. His multifaceted song-writing style has seen him support an eclectic mix of touring acts, including Radical Face (US), Lewis Watson (UK), and The Delta Riggs (AU). Produced by RecRooms, The Kicking Back Podcast is an audio and video podcast hosted by video producer and musician Brad Ingham and co-hosted by Musician and guitarist Alex Dineen. It discusses Arts, Music and many other topics with a different Artist/ Creative in each episode.

This weeks Kicking Back Podcast features Sally McFerran. Sally is the lead singer of international Rock/ Pop band The Spins, as well as performing under her solo artist guise Alabaster Queen. Sally has graced the stages of the Larmer Tree Festival, LFest, Red Fest and performed in at the Artist Stage at Glastonbury. Her self-penned song “Sweet Song” was used on Jimmy Govern's BBC Drama Moving On. Produced by RecRooms, The Kicking Back Podcast is an audio and video podcast hosted by video producer and musician Brad Ingham and co-hosted by Musician and guitarist Matthew Campbell. It discusses Arts, Music and many other topics with a different Artist/ Creative in each episode.