Happy (almost) Easter, you! And YES, you do deserve a treat. We may not have chocolate but we do have the darling Uma - and we think you might just fall in love with her, as we did.

Born in Catalonia to a British mother and Thai father, Uma’s upbringing filled was filled with travel and cultural encounters that have inspired chords of empathy, and the affinity to those around her bleeds naturally into her music. With a background in classical violin training and later a degree at the University of York, Uma has continued grow in confidence, signing to Slow Dance Records and being spotted by taste maker Anthony Fantano.

With an aspiration to continue creating with like-minded, young talent, Uma, with the help of Luke Bower (previous On Repeat guest, Lucy Lu) set up a music residency entitled “Can Obert” in her house in Spain. Since then o ver twenty-five young artists and musicians, including Nilufer Yanya, Max Pope, and Amy May Ellism have collaborated to create over twenty songs in a week, the community thriving in this Woodstock-like community-focused project.

With inspirations such as Joni Mitchell, Buika, Ella Fitzgerald, Nico, Macy Gray, Bebel Gilberto, Shakira and Florence and the Machine, Uma has an unwavering sense of sincerity, and her passion towards the creative art of music, community and collaboration shines through in her work.

This week we discuss creating in close proximity, lockdown learning and finding confidence.

Follow Uma on Instagram at @umonski, on Facebook @Umonski.

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This week, we're heading stateside and speaking to the lovely Lady Dan aka Tyler Dozier.

The warmth of the Texan-based artist is mirrored in her music, which is a gorgeous blend of indie and folk - creating a sound of country music with a modern twist. This is paired with her intimate lyrics that are littered with poetic imagery and Biblical allusions - 'I am the Prophet Turning Water into Wine' - which highlight some of her personal experiences with religion and the church through her skilled songwriting. Featured in the likes of Line of Best Fit, Gold Flake Paint, and Honey Punch Mag the self-confessed 'Melancholic Cowboy' is putting out her debut album on April 23rd, 'I am the Prophet' a stirring, sincere 11-track piece.

In this episode we discuss storytelling and why music is the perfect medium for getting your story out there, the importance of who we keep around us, and why right now felt like the best time to get her album out.

Follow her on Instagram @UncleBeerCan and listen to the single "I Am the Prophet". Her album of the same name is out 23 April via Earth Libraries.

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This week, we speak to Nadine Assam from Naia Sounds. 

Naia are a 4-piece band based in South London, having been hailed by Triple J as ‘one of those beautiful blends of Jazz, Funk and Soul,’ . While maintaining roots in jazz, Naia continue to breathe fresh air into the genre, through their Latin-fusion sound. Their live performances draw in crowds from the streets, captivate your soul and will have you dancing into the night. With members hailing from every corner of the world, their unique sound carries influences from places such as the Middle East, South America and Portugal.

This week we discuss songwriting, authenticity, and the roaring 20s!

Follow them on Instagram @naia_sounds or find their virtual jams on Facebook @Naia.Band.Sounds

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