IT'S NOT ABOUT YOU

Season 2 Episode 7 - IT’S NOT ABOUT YOUThis week we have one of Manchester’s icons on the ATA airwaves.Artist, event promoter, DJ, and all-round creative, kaoti, sat down on the sofa with us to discuss their latest album (to speak of wasps to scar their stings), their journey with mental health, and the true purpose of creating art.kaoti is known for creating music that fits outside of the box. Using their creative outlets to express their feelings in the most pure and vulnerable form, showing others that they can be capable to feelings too. Their personality and perception on creative outlets is what had us hooked from start to the end of this episode. We suggest anyone, whether creative or not, should really take in the messages of this episode.All this and more on... After The Applause 👏👏👏We are proud to be powered by Black Magic Design - one of the greatest companies for high-quality products for feature film, post and broadcast industries.Music: unhuman (instrumental) - kaoti

Season 2 Episode 6 - AIN’T NO MOUNTAIN HIGH ENOUGHWe are so honoured to sit down with this weeks guest, her story and trajectory is truly inspiring and a journey we hope you all listen in to!This week, Saoirse Marie sat down with singer/songwriter Lauren Jean. At the age of 17, Lauren Jean had a stroke while on holiday with family and was told she only had a week to live and would never be able to sing again.Having defied all those odds, this life-changing experience has created such drive and motivation for Lauren Jean that has shaped her into the incredible person and artist she is today.In this conversation, Lauren Jean discusses how the accident changed her, characteristics of a great songwriter, and how she has built an incredible network on her music journey.All this and more on... After The Applause 👏👏👏We are proud to be powered by Black Magic Design - one of the greatest companies for high-quality products for feature film, post and broadcast industries.Music:Mr Fantastic (INSTRUMENTAL) - Lauren Jean

BONUS EPISODE - Lord Apex (Part 2)We are honoured to have Lord Apex back on our podcast for a second time. During his show in collaboration with Archive Ave Studio, we caught up with Sensei to discuss his revelation since becoming an independent artist again, his purpose with his music moving forward, and what he hopes fans will take away from this more intimate gig setting in Manchester.This episode was a lot of fun so expect a lot of laughs!👏All this and more on... After The Applause🌟💫

Season 2 Episode 5 - MR EVERYWHERE MANWe are back, and with a bang!This episode we have another multi-faceted creative who goes by the name, Arckitect. Having started his creative career as a YouTuber, before it was a trend, Arckitect has learnt so many creative skills on his journey to bettering himself and is now able to offer his services as a producer, mix and master engineer, beatmaker, photographer, videographer... the list goes on!In this episode, Arckitect sat down with Saoirse Marie to discuss his creative journey, why he chose to take the path behind the scenes, and the wisdom he's collected on the way.All this and more on... After The Applause 👏👏👏Socials:@arckitectbanb EVERYWHERE

Season 2 Episode 4 - YOU DON’T WANT MY OPINIONThis episode does NOT hold back… in THE slightest👏👏👏 On ATA this week, we are joined by… SONUS 🎤✨Sonus’s journey to becoming the well-established and highly respected producer that he is today is living proof that if you keep chasing and working hard for your dreams, they will come to fruition! Now an artist manager, ambassador for Kycker, and owner of War Drum Mixing Studio, Sonus is a fountain of knowledge always happy to provide advice for any creatives seeking guidance 💫In this episode, Saoirse Marie discusses with Sonus his principles as a music producer, what it takes to be a successful artist, and some hard truths👀This episode has so many insightful moments and pieces of advice that can be relatable for any and all creatives, so make sure you have a notepad and pen for this After The Applause ✨

Season 2 Episode 3 - SHOWER TALK This episode is probably the most on-topic/off-topic conversation we had on the podcast👏👏👏 On ATA this week, we are joined by vibrant, feel-good, authentic artist… LIVVY K 🎤✨ Livvy K, originally from Scarisbrick, Lancashire, blends sounds from Pop, R&B, dance and experimental music to create a unique sound that you can always rely on to have an infectious hook! In this episode, Saoirse Marie sits down with Livvy K to talk through her musical journey, navigating her way through the Manchester music scene, and how she celebrates the ‘little wins’. This episode was full of laughter, yet allowed us to understand the perspective of an non-manc artist in Manchester - so make sure you tune in to, After The Applause ✨

Season 2 Episode 2 - HELPING THE NEXGEN We can’t believe we were able to pin this next guest down for this episode 👏👏👏 On ATA this week, we are joined by actor, presenter, host and founder of creative community, NexGen… JEYA 🎤✨ Whilst keeping herself busy with ten billion side quests and acting roles, It’sYourGirlJeya is celebrating the 2nd year of her creative community NexGen. NexGen is a community in Manchester that brings creatives from a range of industries together to connect and grow their networks, supporting the next generation! In this episode, Saoirse Marie sits down with Jeya to talk through her purpose and inspiration setting up NexGen, her journey as a creative so far and what collaboration in Manchester currently looks like. We really enjoyed this episode as it allowed us to see and share a side of Jeya that does not get portrayed on social media, and hear all her insightful advice - so make sure you tune in to, After The Applause ✨ Socials: @nexgenetwork_ @jeyamck_xo

BONUS EPISODE WITH STONEBWOYOnly one episode into Season 2 and we are already treating you with a BONUS episode, and this is a heavy hitter!Multi-award winning Ghanaian Reggae and AfroDancehall artist, Stonebwoy joined us on After The Applause this week.Stonebwoy is considered to be one of the most influential artists and leading voices in reggae, dancehall, and Afropop global communities. He came to Manchester the other week to host a listening party for his 8th upcoming album, Torcher 2.Whilst passing through Manchester, Stonebwoy sat down with Saoirse Marie to discuss his upcoming album, the importance of symbolism within music, and advice for new emerging artists that he has gained through his own lived experiences.All this and more to catch on this episode of... After The Applause 👏👏👏 Tickets for BHIM Fest 2026: https://www.ovoarena.co.uk/events/detail/stonebwoy

SEASON 2 EPISODE 1 - THE IMPULSEWE ARE BAAAAACK 👏👏👏 We are so glad to be back, new setting, new(ish) format, and new ENERGY!! So what better way to start the new season than inviting multi-faceted creative Kiz Kaprice to the ATA studio. Kiz Kaprice, growing up in Bolton, is of Zimbabwean heritage with a vast musical story that provided him with multiple influences in the music that he creates today. In this episode, Saoirse Marie sits down with Kiz Kaprice to talk about these influences, how he discovered his sound, and his experience as a solo artist in Manchester. It is a moment for you all to understand the brains and being behind the artist, Kiz Kaprice - so make sure you tune in to, After The Applause ✨

Episode 49 - ConduitIt is our final guest for the season… 🥲👏And who better to end the season with than Conduit !! Born and raised in Oldham, Conduit is an artist that embodies the meaning of his name in everything he does, consistently providing substance in a society so saturated by clout and style.In this episode, Conduit catches up with Saoirse Marie to discuss getting in to conscious rap, his experience in a variety of creative sectors in the Manchester scene, and the journey he is planning to take his music career. Conduit’s perspective on the scene is deep and pensive, it will definitely have you pondering so make sure you are really tapped in!👀These questions and more will be covered in this episode of… After The Applause!! 👏👏Available NOW on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music and all podcast streaming platforms.4SIGHT EP OUT NOW ON BANDCAMP: https://conduitpw.bandcamp.com/album/4sightMusic:Every Season (Instrumental) - Conduit (prod. Young Swisher)