Music To Live For With Shanti - EP. 64 - Mite with Mona & Jeppe (DK)

This is the last episode of 2025! Thank you, Kevin, for being so generous in sharing what you do for a living — I didn’t even know that job existed! And thank you for bringing so much energy and wisdom, offering a fresh perspective on today’s music scene and what it means to work in this industry. What a perfect way to close the year. #MusicIndustryTalk #FreshPerspective #Podcast2025   Contact Kevin: Instagram     Contact Podcast:   [email protected] Instagram Website

Episode 64 of Music To Live For with Shanti is out now — featuring the Danish heavy hitters MITE ⚡️ Recorded in collaboration with AngerXrage Booking. This time I sat down with Jeppe and Mona, bassist and vocalist of the band, to talk about their powerful new direction and the recent line-up change. With a stacked list of shows already lined up for 2025 and an explosive new album in the works, MITE are gearing up for a massive year. If you’re into bands like Nails, this episode is a must. Pure intensity, raw sound, uncompromising energy. This is already the second episode in collaboration with AngerXrage Booking — and more are coming in 2026. 🎧 Episode out now. #MusicToLiveFor #MITE #AngerXrageBooking #Podcast #NewEpisode #Hardcore #Metal #DanishScene #NailsFans #MustListen #NewMusic #PodcastInterview #UndergroundMusic #2025 #ExplosiveSound   Instagram   Linktree     Contact Podcast: [email protected] Instagram Website

🎙️ Podcast Episode 63 is out now! This week I had the pleasure of interviewing Tommi, a Finnish model who’s not only fully tattooed but also deeply connected to the hardcore and straight edge scene. We talk about how he got into modeling, his inspiring future projects, and dive into the Finnish hardcore scene that shaped him. 🔥 If you’re into hardcore culture, tattoos, or just need some extra motivation, this one’s for you. 👉 Listen now on your favorite platform & let me know your thoughts in the comments! #Podcast #Hardcore #StraightEdge #Model #Tattooed #Inspiration #HardcoreScene   Instagram   Linktree   Email     Contact Podcast: [email protected] Instagram Website

✨ Episode 62 is a very special one! I had the absolute honor of talking with Jay Aust, guitarist of the band Hamartia – a band that has inspired me deeply since my teenage years. Never in my wildest dreams did I think I’d one day get the chance to interview him. And now, after 23 years, Hamartia are back playing “To Play the Part”… news that filled me with pure joy. This conversation was energetic, emotional, and truly unforgettable. 🎧 Don’t miss it – link in bio!   #Hamartia #Metalcore #ToPlayThePart #MusicInterview #PodcastEpisode #DreamComeTrue   Instagram   Spotify   Jay's Website   Amazon     Contact Podcast: [email protected] Instagram Website

  🎙️ Episode 61 is out now! This time, I’m joined by the brilliant stand-up comedian Tamer Kattan — originally from the U.S., now based in Berlin 🇺🇸➡️🇩🇪 I saw him live once and instantly became a fan. In this episode, we dive into: ✨ the power of humor 🎤 stand-up comedy across cultures ✊ social justice and speaking your truth 🎶 and of course… music! Tamer brings a sharp mind, a big heart, and the kind of honesty that makes you laugh and think. Don’t miss this one! 🎧 Link in bio / Available on all platforms #Podcast #StandUpComedy #TamerKattan #BerlinComedy #MusicAndTalks #SocialJustice #ComedyPodcast   Instagram   Website     Contact Podcast: [email protected] Instagram Website

🎙️ Episode 60 is out now! This week on Music to Live For with Shanti, we’re joined by the incredible mezzo-soprano Anna Nero ✨ An inspiring and thought-provoking conversation that will definitely lead to more episodes with this brilliant artist. Together, we dive into how opera can be reimagined for today's world — modern, digital, and deeply human. 🎶💡 If you’re passionate about music, innovation, and the future of classical art forms, this one’s for you. 🎧 Available now on all streaming platforms! #Podcast #AnnaNero #MusicToLiveFor #OperaReimagined #ModernOpera #Mezzosoprano #ShantiPodcast #Episode60 #MusicAndTechnology #ClassicalMusicToday Instagram   TikTok   Website     Contact Podcast: [email protected] Instagram Website

🎙️ NEW EPISODE OUT – #59 🔥 This week I had the pleasure of sitting down with the powerhouse guitarist from slam metal band Xmutiny 🤘 A true blast of energy — we dove into everything from how modern studio production really works, to the way society operates in the U.S. today, and how music is perceived in this chaotic world 🎸🧠 Always a pleasure to have such raw, honest conversations. You don't want to miss this one! Contact XMutiny:    Instagram   Website     Contact Podcast: [email protected] Instagram Website

🎧 EPISODE 58 – OUT NOW! 🎧 A truly fascinating conversation with two members of Longsleeve and the Weirdboys from Zurich! 🇨🇭 Their sound is an electrifying mix of punk, industrial, and techno—bet you never expected something like this from Swiss artists! 🔥 Together, we dive deep into what it means to carry forward a bold musical project in today’s world. Don’t miss this one! 🚀 🎙️ Listen now on your favorite platform! #Podcast #NewEpisode #LongsleeveAndTheWeirdboys #Punk #Industrial #Techno #MusicTalks   Contact Longleeve   Instagram   Spotify     Contact Podcast: [email protected] Instagram Website

Episode 57 – Hardcore Spirit from Hawaii w/ Gavin Otsuka 🌊🔥 In this episode, we dive deep into the hardcore scene of Hawaii with Gavin Otsuka—owner of Still Proud and vocalist of Ikaika. We talk about life on the islands, the local hardcore movement, starting a band, and creating bold, meaningful designs that stay true to who you are. Pure hardcore energy, straight from paradise. 🌺🏴 Massive thanks to Knives Out Records for the support! 🙌 🎧 Tune in now! #Hardcore #Podcast #StillProud #Ikaika #KnivesOutRecords   Contact Gavin:    Still Proud Website    Ikaika Linktree     Contact Podcast: [email protected] Instagram Website

Episode 56 – A New Year, A New Perspective: Portrait Photography with Christian Meuwly Welcome to the first episode of 2025! We’re kicking off the year with an inspiring conversation with the talented portrait photographer Christian Meuwly. In this episode, we dive into the unique world of photography in the music industry. Christian shares his experiences working closely with musicians, the emotional depth of capturing their essence, and the challenges and rewards of being a freelance artist. We also explore sources of inspiration, the realities of being a person of color in the classical music scene, and what it takes to carve out a space in this industry. A must-listen for photographers, musicians, and creatives alike! Tune in now.   Contact Christian Meuwly   Website    Linktree     Contact Podcast: [email protected] Instagram Website