Facing Mel's Music

By: Mel Golding
  • Summary

  • Hosted by Mel Golding, Mel interviews musicians across the globe for an insight into their experiences of music and the music industry. Topical discussions are found here on the mental health and wellbeing of musicians amongst the challenges encountered along the way. Tune into FMM podcasts for insights on the holistic journeys of up and coming new artists from all around the globe.

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Episodes
  • Chat with Gregg Lee - Vocalist, Writer & Musician for Paisty Jenny
    Mar 27 2024

    A lovely chat with the wonderful Gregg Lee of rock band Paisty Jenny. This high-energy band is delivering quality rock music as it borders on metal! Gregg's voice is strong and dynamic, as he delivers powerful vocals along with his wild performances. These guys are experienced, bringing years of dedication to the music scene. Back with a vengeance, the band is making more music and intends to take it to the road, rocking out their audiences with electrifying performances.

    Gregg talks about the two personalities involved in being a musician as he reflects on his personal self versus his wild performer self, described as letting loose and “coming alive”!! Gregg embraces the new music industry changes compared to a decade ago, talking about the closer gap between performer and audience as social media makes musicians more accessible, feeling more connected with audiences than ever. More to come with rock artist Gregg Lee and his band Paisty Jenny. Watch this space!

    https://paistyjenny.com/home

    https://youtu.be/eHvfoUwtqIw

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    37 mins
  • Chat with William Odell Hughes
    Mar 3 2024

    William Odell Hughes

    A fabulous chat with the legendary Detroit singer-songwriter William Odell Hughes. This star began his music career at nine years of age in the late 60s. As he watched and learned from The Temptations and some of the greats to come out of Motown, the nine-year-old William witnessed some of the best times in music. Smokey Robinson, Anita Baker, Denise Williams were amongst these original legendary artists as William described “it was great to see them doing their thing!” William talks and compares the world of making music today, the pros and cons, and remains excited to be active in today's music industry.

    William grew up in Detroit and met Pamela Wise, a jazz pianist married to Wendell Harrison, who owned his own record label. A meet destined to happen between Pamela and William, as they shared the same bus route each day! This encounter was responsible for kick-starting William’s career for the next forty years!

    William’s album ‘Cruisin’ is full of soulful tunes, great jazzy vides and his EP ‘Soul Survivor’ sitting in the 70s roots of music. William’s music is impacting today's market and cementing the need for this niche. These timeless classics will never go out of fashion!

    William is now writing in multiple genres, covering dance, pop, Rap, European dance, love songs, uptempo, and ballads. His mission is to "cover a lot of ground" and be versatile. His music is being pushed into sync licensing. We have a lot to come from this legendary musician!

    Tune in for a wonderful chat!

    https://lightintheattic.net/products/cruisin-lita-exclusive

    https://open.spotify.com/artist/3D9QvRzpVnNIg9Nwxgsylc?si=R3-bSCDhTeKy74GqiPpetg



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    46 mins
  • Chat with Left on Colfax - Songwriters and Vocalists
    Mar 2 2024

    Left on Colfax
    The Radiation Tapes
    and I Ain't Judas

    Ted and JJ Maestas make up this incredible team of long-distance writers and performing artists called Left on Colfax. The duo talk about their experience of songwriting and the benefits of expression for mental health. Tragic moments and personal loss have occurred in Ted’s life, but the brave musician states “pain doesn’t define us or our music” as he passionately continues his music career.

    JJ quotes, “Taking emotions and putting them into songs and onto paper, and belting out the songs is the best therapy there ever is!”

    Described as being in the best place musically than they’ve ever been before, this loyal and authentic duo talk about how maturity and experience have helped them hone their craft, producing quality music for their fans.

    These multi-instrumentalists and singers have lived through regret, resilience and hope, enhancing their ability for empathy as they speak honestly about taking ownership of choices in life.

    Back on the road to music, tune in to these guys and journey with them on their new venture!


    https://www.leftoncolfax.com/

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    https://youtu.be/c3YKj8Lh8zE

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    46 mins

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