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🎙️ Welcome to The Sounds Like Us Podcast 🎶
The Sounds Like Us Podcast is where music, culture, and personal stories come together. Each episode dives deep into the soundtracks of our lives — from the songs we grew up on to the tracks shaping our future. Whether it’s exploring how family, community, and culture influence our taste, or uncovering the hidden stories behind the artists we love, this podcast is all about connection through sound.
Hosted with authenticity and curiosity, we bring you conversations with musicians, creators, and everyday people whose stories reveal just how powerful music really is.
✨ What you’ll find here:
If you love music podcasts that blend storytelling, culture, and discovery, you’ll feel right at home here.
🔔 Subscribe now and join the community — because when it comes to music, it always Sounds Like Us.
#MusicPodcast #TheSoundsLikeUs #StorytellingThroughMusic #CultureAndSound
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In this episode of the Sound Like Us podcast, host Martin Wapshott interviews Jesse James, the guitarist of IC1s, discussing his musical journey, the recent launch of their debut album, and the experiences of supporting the legendary Manchester band, The Inspiral Carpets. Jesse shares insights into the pressures of live performances, the importance of family support, and the process of selecting venues for their shows. The conversation also touches on the positive reception of their album, the dynamics of working with producers, and their future plans for new music and touring.
Takeaways
Keywords
Jesse James, IC1s, The Inspiral Carpets, music journey, album launch, live performance, music industry, audience engagement, band dynamics, future music, UK music scene
Chapters
00:00 Intro
01:45 Jesse's Musical Journey and Influences
04:42 The Launch Party Experience
08:14 Support Bands and Connections
11:08 The Venue and Performance Dynamics
13:05 Album Release and Reception
15:18 The Allure of Authenticity in Performance
16:45 Resonating with Audiences: The Power of Singles
18:08 Reviving Classics: The Evolution of 'Levitate'
19:31 Collaborating with Legends: The Inspiral Carpets Experience
21:27 Navigating the Music Scene: Gigs and Support Acts
24:23 Future Plans: New Music and Touring
26:09 Understanding Audience Dynamics: Data-Driven Decisions
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