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Indie Music Artist Interviews.

Indie Music Artist Interviews.

by Tim Morris

Music Interviews

Season 2

Getting to Know Ashley Puckett | Q&A After 500K Streams

After crossing 500K streams as an independent artist, Ashley Puckett sits down with New Music Review for a relaxed, open Q&A. This isn't a strategy breakdown — it's about the person behind the music. We cover her songwriting process, the reality of indie life, how that 500K milestone felt, and where she's headed next. In this episode: Who is Ashley Puckett? Her story so far Writing songs that connect The highs and lows of being independent Life after 500K streams — what actually changes? Fan questions answered Perfect for fans, songwriters, and DIY artists looking for real talk from an artist doing it independently. Links & Mentions: Ashley Puckett — https://open.spotify.com/artist/6JqaBkCoG9QcdwmHBV8C88?si=x_XtWIv7S9a9lNIuesti2g https://www.instagram.com/ashleypuckettmusic/ https://ashleypuckett.com/home Enjoyed this? Follow the show, leave a review, and tell us — what question should we ask Ashley next time?

The Sedonas Q&A - How they got to support The Who

The Sedonas Q&A – How They Got to Support The Who In this episode of Indie Music Artist Interviews, Tim Morris chats with James from The Sedonas, the country-rock band making serious waves on the live circuit. With support slots for legendary acts including The Who, ZZ Top, Goo Goo Dolls and Lynyrd Skynyrd, The Sedonas have built an impressive reputation – but how did they land these incredible opportunities? James talks about the band's journey, their music, playing alongside some of rock's biggest names, and what it takes to take an independent band to the next level. If you're an aspiring artist, musician or simply a fan of great country rock and live music, this is a fascinating insight into how a hard-working band can turn big opportunities into reality. 🎸 Listen to The Sedonas Q&A and discover the story behind their rise on the live circuit.

Season 1

Timeless Rage: Inside Modern Metal, Songwriting & “My Kingdom Come”

In this episode of Indie Music Artist Interviews, Tim Morris sits down with German metal band Timeless Rage for an in-depth conversation about creating powerful, modern metal. The band talks about their approach to songwriting, recording and production, as well as the challenges independent metal artists face when trying to get their music heard in today's crowded music scene. Timeless Rage also take us behind the sound and story of their latest release, “My Kingdom Come,” giving listeners an insight into the ideas and creative process behind the track. If you're a fan of modern metal, independent music, heavy guitar-driven music and discovering emerging artists, this episode is well worth a listen. Fine More about Timeless Rage - https://timeless-rage.de/band/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXY3td4I67GMJW6u4YzYang https://open.spotify.com/artist/3SFCl90AfmCM4vkIPtWovA?si=5MiewRuqR8m0K7Q7rXLmnA

The Music Vault: Can Guitar Shops Survive in Today’s Music Industry?

The Music Vault: Can Guitar Shops Survive in Today’s Music Industry? In this episode of Indie Music Artist Interviews, I visit The Music Vault, one of our favourite independent guitar shops in the Midlands, and sit down with owner Jake to find out what it takes to run a specialist music store today. We talk about the story behind The Music Vault, the guitars and equipment they stock, and what today’s musicians are really looking for when it comes to buying gear. We also take a tour around the shop, checking out some of the latest guitars, effects, equipment and hidden gems currently available. With online retailers and changing buying habits putting pressure on independent music shops, can specialist guitar stores survive—and what makes people continue to shop locally? If you're into guitars, guitar effects, music gear and independent music shops, this episode is well worth a listen. Listen now and support your local guitar shop!

The Fender / Presonus takeover chat with Johnny Geib

In this episode, I sit down with Johnny — a PreSonus expert and now a Fender specialist — to talk about his journey into the Studio One DAW ecosystem. We dive into the Fender rebrand and takeover, what it means for creators, and explore the potential future of this evolving platform. Links mentioned in this episode: 🎸 Johnny’s website: https://www.hst-homestudiotrainer.com/ 🎶 New Music Review: https://newmusicreview.co.uk/

Classic Synth Intro’s - Can you compete ?

In this episode we dive into some of the most iconic synth-pop intros from the 1980s — tracks that first hit the airwaves over 40 years ago, yet are still instantly recognizable within seconds. These are the hooks, tones, and melodies that grabbed listeners straight away and helped turn great songs into timeless classics.

Specky Cult Q&A | Punk Songwriting, Gigs & DIY Culture

In this Q&A, I chat with Rob from Specky Cult, the Northern punk-pop powerhouse keeping raw guitar-driven originals alive and kicking. We dive into their songwriting process, the punk attitude that fuels the band, where they’re gigging, and how they promote their music in today’s DIY scene.

Talking Analogue Tape Recording - Magnetic Machines

In this episode, we dive deep into the world of analog tape recording with Ady from Magnetic Machines. We talk about the evolution of tape—from the first multitrack cassette recorders to reel-to-reel machines, and how these classics paved the way for today’s digital recording setups. Topics we cover: The history and magic of analog tape The transition from analog to digital recording Why producers still love using tape today How to combine analog warmth with digital clarity Tips on integrating tape machines into modern studios

Indie artist Q&A - Jackson Harden

I talk to singer Songwriter Jackson Harden,

I talk to 122 Music Management

I talk to Indie Artists manager Mark Gee from 122 Music, we discuss the expectations and the reality of India artists management in the current climate, how it works, how to approach a manger and much more.,

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