It’s a new episode of the Audio Wave Cafe podcast. My guest is Ska singer, songwriter from New Jersey, Roger Apollon JR. He talks about his recent visit to The Coventry Music Museum, and his latest band project, The Phenslc.I also bring you my Music News and Views segment, and I shine a Spotlight on legendary Music Producer, Timbaland.Oh, and I also get to play an original song by The Phenslc, ‘War Inside’.You just gotta check it out!

It’s a new episode of the Audio Wave Cafe podcast, and my guest is music producer and DJ, Chris Long better known as the Rhythm DR. He talks about his beginnings in the 1970’s Coventry music scene, right up to the present with his own record label project. I also bring you my Music News And Views segment, and I shine A Spotlight on the ‘Philly Sound’.Oh, and I get to play an original track by Coventry band ‘Skeet’ released on Chris Long's record label, Almost Unknown.                                                                                                                            You just gotta check it out!

It’s a new episode of the Audio Wave Cafe podcast and my guest is record producer, songwriter, Dutch Van Spall. I also bring you ‘Music News And Views’, and I shine a spotlight on Peter Gabriel’s Real World Studios in the village of Box, in Wiltshire, England. Oh, and I get to play ‘You’re Done’ a song written and produced  by Dutch, with Nicky Newman on vocals.You just gotta check it out!

It’s a new episode of the Audio Wave Cafe podcast. My Guest is singer songwriter Paul Gibson. First I bring you Music News And Views, and I shine a Spotlight on the Dixie Chicks acclaimed album ‘Taking The Long Way.’Oh, and I’ll also be playing a song off Paul Gibson's 'Chasing Sunsets’ EP titled ’Travelling Days’. You just gotta check it out!

It’s a new episode of the Audio Wave cafe podcast, and my guest is former Specials guitarist Roddy ‘Radiation’ Byers who now fronts his band The Ska Billy Rebels. In the interview he shares vivid insights  about his long music career. Roddy also told me this is the very last time he will agree to be interviewed! First I bring you ‘Music News And Views’ and I shine a ‘Spotlight’ on iconic Sun Studio in Memphis USA. Oh, and I also get to play ‘Hey Little Rich Girl’ an original song written by Roddy and recorded by his band, The Ska Billy Rebels.You just gotta check it out!

It’s a new episode of the Audio Wave cafe podcast, and my guest is singer songwriter Guy Surtees. I also bring you music news and views, and I shine a spotlight on the iconic album ‘White Ladder’ by David Gray. Oh, and I get to play an original track by Guy, titled, ‘Thanking God I’m Alive’. You just gotta check it out!

On this episode of the Audio Wave Cafe podcast, my guest is lead guitarist, Archie of Rugby based Indie rock band ’Sun Roof.’ So far the band have recorded 2 songs, played a number of gigs, and radio interviews all while still at school. I also bring you music news and views, and I shine a spotlight on Michael Jackson’s fascinating Netflix documentary, ‘This Is It.’ A film about preparations for his series of sold-out shows at the O2 arena London in 2009. Oh, and I play an original song by SunRoof,  ‘Play Along’. You just gotta check it out!24jSwfNWr9JgV0s78igM

I’m having a break from podcasting until Sunday 3rd of September. Instead of the usual podcast episode, I bring you an Audio Wave Cafe  ‘Showcase Session’ recorded several months ago. Together with drummer John Hewitt we play and review 6 songs provided by previous podcast guests, Bob Jackson of Badfinger,  Martin Bowes of Attrition, Lizzie and Demus, Kirsten Smitten, Paul Willo of The Skapones, and Nigel Meffen, of the Del Chronics. It was all a bit of fun, reviewing  the songs by talented and diverse local artists and bands. So do check it out!

It’s a new episode of the Audio Wave Cafe podcast. My guests are Joe Harcourt and Dave Hutchinson of Rock band Three Mile Island. Lead guitarist Joe is a previous podcast guest of mine and he’s back with vocalist Dave, and they are excited to talk about their new band. I also bring you music news and views and I shine a spotlight on Green Day’s classic album ‘American Idiot’. Oh and I get to play an original song by Three Mile Island titled ‘Ride Your Luck’. You just gotta check it out!

On this episode of the Audio Wave Cafe podcast, my guest is  Dean ‘Hazza’ Harrison, keyboard player with Stoke On Trent Ska band The Rough Kutz. He talks about the bands latest album release’ Strictly Anti-Cabaret’ and the enduring appeal of Ska music. As well as bringing you music news and views I shine a spotlight on classic album ’Synchronicity’ by the Police. Oh and I get to play an original song by The Rough Kutz, ‘Tommy Ten Men’. You just gotta check it out!

On this episode of the Audio Wave Cafe podcast, my guest is guitarist Carol Lane of Coventry punk band  Army Of Skanks. She gives her blunt opinions on a number of subjects, You just gotta check it out! I also bring you the latest music news, and I shine a spotlight on iconic album ‘London Calling’ by The Clash’. I have drummer Peter Drew from Leamington Spa talking about Sydnifest 23, a charity event involving many local musicians. ‘The Arches’ live music venue in Coventry is in danger of closing for good, find out how you can help save it. Oh and I get to play ‘Red Emma’ by Army Of Skanks!

On this episode of the Audio Wave Cafe podcast, my guest is singer songwriter Daniel Barrie. He talks about how he promotes his music, and his experiences at the Academy Of Contemporary Music in Guilford. I also bring you the latest music news and views, and I shine a spotlight on Coldplay’s debut album ‘Parachutes’. Oh, and I play an original song written by Daniel, ‘Empty Bed’.You just gotta check it out!

On this episode of the Audio Wave Cafe podcast, my guest is singer songwriter Chrissie Dux. She talks about her songwriting process, and how music has helped her with her mental health issues.  I bring you the latest music news and views, and I shine a spotlight on The late, great Ami Winehouse and her iconic album,' Back To Black' Oh, and I get to play an original song written and recorded by Chrissie, 'The Liar And The fool'. You just gotta check it out!

On this episode of the Audio Wave Cafe podcast, my guest is music producer Stephen 'Dill' Davies. He talks about his days in 80's Coventry band 'Gods Toys', when close to success, the band suddenly split up. 'Dill' talks about his songwriting process, and his current interest in AI generated music. I also bring you the latest music news and views, and I shine a spotlight on Muscle Shoals Sound Studio in Alabama. Oh I also get to play 'Ah Ha The Mass Star' written, and recorded by Stephen.You just gotta check it out!

On this episode of the Audio Wave Cafe podcast, my guest is songwriter, and music producer, Harry Pentony. He shares with us anecdotes about his music career, from when he was a young boy right up to the present day. I also bring you the latest music news and views, and I shine a spotlight on the 2007 album release by Radiohead, when without a recording contract the band self released ‘In Rainbows’, and why was it a seminal moment in the bands history. And I also get to play Harry Pentony’s self penned song ‘Waiting For A Feeling’ You just gotta check it out!

Check out the latest episode of Audio Wave Cafe podcasts, where I interview Singer Julie Bateman. She talks about her music career spanning more than 20 years  including her time with hugely successful band Smackee . Oh and I get to play her co-written song ‘Can’t Keep Waiting’. I also run through the latest music news and views, and I shine a spotlight on Detroits legendary Motown record company and recording studio ’Hitsville USA.’You just gotta check it out!

It’s a new episode of the Audio Wave Cafe podcast, and my guest is Ben Taylor, vocalist and rhythm guitarist of Leamington Spa band Man Made Moon.I get to play an original song by the band ‘Lets Grow Old Together’ recorded at Leamington’s ‘Complete Sound Studio.’ I also bring you the latest music news and views, and I shine a spotlight on Michael Jackson’s 1983 sensational music video, 'Thriller'. You just gotta check it out!

On this episode of the Audio Wave Cafe podcast my guest is Singer Songwriter Ruth Kelly. She talks about the highs and lows of her music career. And I Get to play an original song written by Ruth ‘I Don’t Have You’.I also bring you the latest music news and views, and I shine a spotlight on Queens iconic song Bohemian Rhapsody. You just gotta check it out!

On this episode of the Audio wave Cafe podcast, my guest is ex- pat songwriter, music producer, Dave Pepper. As well as sharing some of his experiences of playing in several local bands, he also opens up about his 20 years in America,  and why he had to leave. Eventually settling in Spain,  today he is still writing songs and still producing music.I also talk about the latest music news and views, and I shine a spotlight on David Bowie's 2016 album, blackstar. You just gotta check it out!Edited segue music provided by Audionautix and Aiva.

In the latest episode of the Audio Wave Cafe podcast, my guest is singer songwriter, and musician, Kirsten Smitten. We talk about her songwriting, her music, and the musicians and bands that have defined her music career so far. I also introduce a new segment called ‘music news and views’. And I shine a spotlight on Prince and the Revolution’s, groundbreaking 1984 album  'Purple Rain’. Oh, and I get to play ‘The Calling’ written and recorded by Kirsten Smitten . You just gotta check it out!