The Truth about What It’s like Out There with Isha Shah
In this episode, we sit down with Isha Shah, a multi-talented creative who has immersed herself in the UK’s music and arts scene from an early age. From being an emo kid watching the Kerrang! Awards to touring with Enter Shikari and working at nearly every major UK festival, Isha’s journey is nothing short of inspiring.
We dive deep into how she “fell” into the industry (though, in hindsight, it all makes perfect sense), her passion for giving creatives a platform, and the formation of Roots Creatives—a networking hub connecting artists, photographers, musicians, and creatives across the UK.
Isha also takes us behind the scenes of tour life, sharing what it’s like to be the only woman on the road for a week-long tour, the mental toll it can take, and the rewarding moments that make it all worth it.
What We Cover in This Episode:
🎶 Isha’s journey from a teenage music fan to an established name in the creative industry
📸 The importance of documenting live music and how it shaped her career
🎤 How she carved her own path despite having little initial opportunity
🚐 Life on tour: the highs, the challenges, and what it’s really like behind the scenes
🌍 Why giving back to the creative community is so important to her
🛠️ The formation of Roots Creatives and how it’s helping UK artists connect and grow
More About Isha Shah:
A force in London’s creative scene, Isha is best known for capturing live music, culture, and events through her unique lens. But her talents go beyond photography—she’s also an expert in radio, events, podcasting, videography, and social media, making her a true creative powerhouse.
Her impressive client list includes:
📸 Mahalia, Jax Jones, Mr Eazi, Lewis Capaldi, Maya Jama, Miguel, Oh Wonder
🏆 Interscope, Nike, Adidas, Apple Music, Durex
In addition to her work with global brands, Isha founded Roots Creatives, a networking collective designed to bring creators together, encourage collaboration, and help artists grow their personal projects.
Connect with Isha:
📸 Instagram:
@ishashahphotography
@rootscreatives
@workwithisha
@platformldn
@talkswcreatives
📩 For collaborations, inquiries, or just to say hello, email:
✉️ [email protected]
