Welcome to Reverb, the podcast aimed at discerning and discovering authentic sounds. A forum for the real music lover. Reverb is hosted by Richard Lalchan and Iko Akoh. Take part by emailing your questions and comments to reverb(at)creativeshub.co.uk.
In episode #9 Iko Akoh and Richard Lalchan discuss USA independence - the US perspective on life as an independent artist. This episode also features two great tracks by Nathan Earl and Rachel Joy.
In episode #8 Iko Akoh and Richard Lalchan discuss the importance and practice of marketing and branding. Featuring two evocative tracks by Ben Thomas Brown.
In episode #7 Iko Akoh and Richard Lalchan discuss the emergence of creative communities bringing artists together and the advantages they offer for independent artists. This episode also features two impressive tracks by HipHop artist Baliva.
In episode #6 Iko Akoh and Richard Lalchan discuss whether the under-appreciated artist and the issues this raises in making a living from music. This episode also features a couple of stupendous tracks by Light Falls Forward.
In #5 Iko and Richard discuss issues independent artists face when so much music is available free or low cost via streaming. Kat Deal is our featured artist.
In episode #4 Iko and Richard record live from Ziferblat featuring music from Hanna Willow, Nadine and MyNorthernSky and discuss living room gigs.
In Episode #3 Iko Akoh and Richard Lalchan discuss platforms to assist independent artists in 'breaking out' and we take a listen to two beautiful tracks by Matshidiso Mohajane.
In Episode #2 Iko Akoh and Richard Lalchan discuss social media and crowdfunding and we take a listen to two beautiful tracks by Nadine.
In Episode #1 Iko Akoh and Richard Lalchan introduce the Reverb concept, discuss the role of the promoter and play tunes from the delightful Hanna Willow.