The Sound of the Bar

This week Kai, Matthew and Cameron from Scottish band Paperhouse joined JB on the podcast. You can find them on Instagram @paperhouseband_Make sure to keep an eye on their social media for future releases any any upcoming gigs and announcements.There is some discussion to begin with regarding influences within the band with a wide range of tastes.Leading on from this we chat about the recent ‘rivalry’ between Fontaines DC and Oasis with some interesting points made.They tell us about the honour of playing Summer Nights at King Tuts in the summer along with other bands including Hazy Sundays who will join the podcast in the future.The band talk us through their plans for the rest of 2026 which includes a gig at Audio in Glasgow on Saturday 12th December where you may or may not wear Christmas jumpers.You can grab your tickets here - https://buytkts.co.uk/events/otr-audio41#/checkoutWe finish off with some quickfire questions relating to music and movies.Thanks to our sponsor, Arty Burgers (www.artyburgers.com) who are kindly offering 20% off their fantastic range of music prints, mugs and more using code THESOUNDOFTHEBAR to UK listeners.If you enjoy what you've heard then please share with those you think will enjoy and follow/subscribe to be kept up to date when our latest episodes drop.Check out our website thesoundofthebar.podview.com where you can find direct links to various podcast platforms you can find the podcast and there is an option to contact us with feedback or recommendations of bands or singers you’d like us to interviewhttps://linktr.ee/thesoundofthebarIntro - Retro by BrownbearOutro - A Lesson in Letting Go by the FOLK DRAMA

This week we return as Piotr (Golem) and Krzysztof from our first band outside of the UK joins us. Native are a Polish band consisting of six members and are predominantly an instrumental band with roots in jazz, funk and movie soundtrack inspired.You can find them mostly on Instagram @nativefunkband so make sure to check them out there to keep up to date.We start by chatting about how the band got together, how they have evolved and their live album ‘Live Session’ which was recorded with Radio Krakow.There is discussion about the Polish music scene and how the band feel they are received better in other parts of Europe due to their more modern take on the music they make.Krzystof gives us an insight into how the music comes together and what they hope to do going forward with their next album.We finish off with some quickfire questions. Hope you enjoy the episode.Thanks to our sponsor, Arty Burgers (www.artyburgers.com) who are kindly offering 20% off their fantastic range of music prints, mugs and more using code THESOUNDOFTHEBAR to UK listeners.If you enjoy what you've heard then please share with those you think will enjoy and follow/subscribe to be kept up to date when our latest episodes drop.Check out our website thesoundofthebar.podview.com where you can find direct links to various podcast platforms you can find the podcast and there is an option to contact us with feedback or recommendations of bands or singers you’d like us to interviewhttps://linktr.ee/thesoundofthebarIntro - Retro by BrownbearOutro - A Lesson in Letting Go by the FOLK DRAMA

This week JB is joined by Simon, Andy, Hoops, Jon and Tom from the band Vernons Future. For only the second time on the podcast we have the full band which makes for some fun times.There is discussion about how the band initially formed back in the 1980s when they were known as The Vernons and how they recorded an album back then too.Later on the podcast, we hear about how the band got back together in 2015 and then went on to release the album ‘Aquaplaning’ in 2022.We hear some interesting stories from their time at college in Liverpool which is where the band formed where some of the current lineup met up. From supporting The Las and The Farm to seeing Blur play at University before they became well known.The band have a couple of gigs coming up on the 10th October at The Spice of Life and in November at the iconic Dublin Castle in London.They all give us an insight into inspirations, shared sounds, favourite songs, albums and more.We round up with some quickfire questions.Thanks to our sponsor, Arty Burgers (www.artyburgers.com) who are kindly offering 20% off their fantastic range of music prints, mugs and more using code THESOUNDOFTHEBAR to UK listeners.If you enjoy what you've heard then please share with those you think will enjoy and follow/subscribe to be kept up to date when our latest episodes drop.Check out our website thesoundofthebar.podview.com where you can find direct links to various podcast platforms you can find the podcast and there is an option to contact us with feedback or recommendations of bands or singers you’d like us to interviewhttps://linktr.ee/thesoundofthebarIntro - Retro by BrownbearOutro - A Lesson in Letting Go by the FOLK DRAMA

After a couple weeks off, JB is joined by Scottish singer songwriter Ryan Kershaw who earlier this month released his second album, ‘Less is More’ through the record company ‘Red Tangent Records’ who he also manages.Make sure to check out the album and keep up to date on his socials @ryankershawofficialRyan gives us an insight in to the recording process, how the album has been received and the help and support he has received since it launched. We talk too about the album launch party which took place in his home town of Larkhall.There is some really interesting chat about how he got involved in music with his first album coming out after spending some time in prison. He talks about how his lived experience has gone on to help others through the wonderful ‘Changing Tunes’ project which helps people with convictions get involved in the music industry.He shares his own tips to other recording artists in terms of getting their music out there and how music can reach a wider audience.One area of particular support that is mentioned is Reaction Radio PR who you can find on their website who help emerging bands and singers get their music played on radio.As is tradition we round up with some quickfire questions.Thanks to our sponsor, Arty Burgers (www.artyburgers.com) who are kindly offering 20% off their fantastic range of music prints, mugs and more using code THESOUNDOFTHEBAR to UK listeners.If you enjoy what you've heard then please share with those you think will enjoy and follow/subscribe to be kept up to date when our latest episodes drop.Check out our website thesoundofthebar.podview.com where you can find direct links to various podcast platforms you can find the podcast and there is an option to contact us with feedback or recommendations of bands or singers you’d like us to interviewhttps://linktr.ee/thesoundofthebarIntro - Retro by BrownbearOutro - A Lesson in Letting Go by the FOLK DRAMA

This week JB is joined by JP and AnneMarie from the fantastic Feet of Clay off the back of their album ‘After the Reign’ coming out on Friday 4th September and produced by Button Up Records.You can buy the album on the usual music platforms and also direct from Button Up Records:https://www.buttonuprecords.co.uk/product/feet-of-clay-after-the-reign-pre-order/On the 9th October, they will have their album launch party at The Eagle Inn in Coatbridge. If you fancy it then get your tickets on the link below:https://www.skiddle.com/whats-on/Coatbridge/Olde-Eagle-Inn/Feet-Of-Clay-Album-Launch/42668750/We chat about how the band got together in their 30s after JP wanted to start a band back when we were flat mates. Oh, how it could have turned out differently.They give us an insight into their sound, what to expect at their live shows and their love of playing festivals.There is discussion around their influences and what inspired their psychedelic and melodic sound. In one of the most interesting stories we’ve heard we hear how Bez ended up partying with them in a flat in Coatbridge. JP also verifies the story of how we accidentally discovered Kasabian.As well as music, football is another loves of JP’s and we talk about Celtic being knocked out of the Champions League.We finish off with some quickfire questions.Thanks to our sponsor, Arty Burgers (www.artyburgers.com) who are kindly offering 20% off their fantastic range of music prints, mugs and more using code THESOUNDOFTHEBAR to UK listeners.If you enjoy what you've heard then please share with those you think will enjoy and follow/subscribe to be kept up to date when our latest episodes drop.Check out our website thesoundofthebar.podview.com where you can find direct links to various podcast platforms you can find the podcast and there is an option to contact us with feedback or recommendations of bands or singers you’d like us to interviewhttps://linktr.ee/thesoundofthebarIntro - Retro by BrownbearOutro - A Lesson in Letting Go by the FOLK DRAMA

JB is joined by Jade and Russ from Sonar Presents (@sonar_presents) who are strong supporters of grassroots music in a number of different ways.We talk to them fresh off being at the Reading and Leeds festival at the weekend. This leads to discussion around the lack of support for emerging acts at the festival and beyond.The pair give us an insight into their upcoming app Sonar Presents which will launch in November 2026. Their aim is to allow emerging artists to be discovered, allow bands/singers to make more money and more. Keep an eye out for its release.There are some recommendations given on some emerging acts that you should all check out too which include The Kabins and Isaac Neilson.Jade advises how she initially got involved with supporting emerging acts through giving female fronted bands more of a platform. This leads on to discussion on how women are treated differently in the music industry whether it be through representation at festivals or interacting with people.If you can then head along to their music convention which will take place on the 14th November at Bread and Roses in Clapham which will include speakers, musicians and more.Thanks to our sponsor, Arty Burgers (www.artyburgers.com) who are kindly offering 20% off their fantastic range of music prints, mugs and more using code THESOUNDOFTHEBAR to UK listeners.If you enjoy what you've heard then please share with those you think will enjoy and follow/subscribe to be kept up to date when our latest episodes drop.Check out our website thesoundofthebar.podview.com where you can find direct links to various podcast platforms you can find the podcast and there is an option to contact us with feedback or recommendations of bands or singers you’d like us to interviewhttps://linktr.ee/thesoundofthebarIntro - Retro by BrownbearOutro - A Lesson in Letting Go by the FOLK DRAMA

On your latest episode, singer Jay Brannan joins JB to talk music and mental health.Jay starts off by telling us how he first picked up guitar, his solo career so far and supporting The Fratellis and Snow Patrol in his early music career.On Friday 28th August, he releases his next single 'Coming Home' which is about his own mental health journey. You can purchase the song on Bandcamp with all proceeds going to the mental health charity Men Matter Scotland.We discuss the link with music and mental health and share some of our own stragies that we use to maintain a positive mental health.To conclude the podcast, we finish off with some quickfire questions for Jay.Thanks to our sponsor, Arty Burgers (www.artyburgers.com) who are kindly offering 20% off their fantastic range of music prints, mugs and more using code THESOUNDOFTHEBAR to UK listeners.If you enjoy what you've heard then please share with those you think will enjoy and follow/subscribe to be kept up to date when our latest episodes drop.Check out our website thesoundofthebar.podview.com where you can find direct links to various podcast platforms you can find the podcast and there is an option to contact us with feedback or recommendations of bands or singers you’d like us to interviewhttps://linktr.ee/thesoundofthebarIntro - Retro by BrownbearOutro - A Lesson in Letting Go by the FOLK DRAMA

JB is joined by Dan and Jesse from the band Ic1s for your latest episode.We kick off by hearing about their influences in terms of some similar tastes and alternative ones.The band returned a couple of years ago after stopping previously around 2014.There is some chat about what is was like to be a band back then with a manager who promised them the world and the reason the band broke up.They're back better than ever with their album 'What Took You So Long' which came out towards the end of 2025 with plans for their second album to come out early 2027.You can catch the band at shows in Newcastle in October and London in February of next year.The guys give us an insight in to how the band got back together, how they're doing everything themselves on their return and more.Both the guys are huge football fans so we talk a bit about their respective teams and hopes for the season.To finish off the podcast we ask the guys some quickfire questions.

For our latest episode, JB is joined by Craig (singer and guitars) and Phil (bassist and vocals) from Dundee/Fife band Black Wolf Club.You can find the band on their socials on Instagram, Facebook and TikTok.We kick off as the band give us an insight in to their sound, how they come up with their songs in terms of their writing process and their recent new addition to the band.They talk about their upcoming plans for the rest of 2026 with some gigs coming up and an album release later in the year.There is chat about musical influences and inspirations and we finish off with some quickfire questions.Thanks to our sponsor, Arty Burgers (www.artyburgers.com) who are kindly offering 20% off their fantastic range of music prints, mugs and more using code THESOUNDOFTHEBAR to UK listeners.If you enjoy what you've heard then please share with those you think will enjoy and follow/subscribe to be kept up to date when our latest episodes drop.Check out our website thesoundofthebar.podview.com where you can find direct links to various podcast platforms you can find the podcast and there is an option to contact us with feedback or recommendations of bands or singers you’d like us to interviewhttps://linktr.ee/thesoundofthebarIntro - Retro by BrownbearOutro - A Lesson in Letting Go by the FOLK DRAMA

This week JB is joined by returning guest Ol from The Fods and The Goodstock Project.It's 30 years since Oasis played their legendary gigs at Balloch and Knebworth so we decide to take a look back at that and other memorable live moments.Ol gives us an insight in to one of his favourite early memories of going to gigs and festivals.There is chat about how gig habits seem to have changed over the years as we encourage music fans to get out and support emerging bands and small music venues.We speak about how the music scene as evolved as we take a look at the 90s and discuss what the last huge scene was in British music.If you enjoy what you've heard then please share with those you think will enjoy and follow/subscribe to be kept up to date when our latest episodes drop.Check out our website thesoundofthebar.podview.com where you can find direct links to various podcast platforms you can find the podcast and there is an option to contact us with feedback or recommendations of bands or singers you’d like us to interviewhttps://linktr.ee/thesoundofthebarIntro - Retro by BrownbearOutro - A Lesson in Letting Go by the FOLK DRAMA