My Music Episode 633 - Katie Nicoll

My Music Podcast – Katie NicollIn this episode of My Music Podcast, host Graham Coath is joined by Scottish singer-songwriter Katie Nicoll for a thoughtful, honest, and uplifting conversation about growing up with music, finding your voice, and staying grounded in a fast-moving industry.From picking up a guitar at the age of ten, inspired by Taylor Swift, to playing pubs every weekend as a teenager and finding her feet during lockdown, Katie reflects on what it really means to build a life in music. They explore Scotland’s vibrant grassroots scene, the importance of community, and why live performance remains such a powerful force for connection.The conversation also dives into the realities of being a young independent artist today – navigating social media pressure, writer’s block, and the tension between creating for joy versus creating for algorithms. Katie shares how podcasts, documentaries, and simply listening differently have helped her reconnect with songwriting as a craft, not a commodity.Along the way, Graham and Katie discuss:Starting young and learning in publicWhy pop music can be both meaningful and funWriter’s block, creative lulls, and trusting the processThe value of collaboration, curiosity, and lived experienceBig plans for 2026, including new recordings and major live showsWarm, reflective, and quietly inspiring, this episode is a reminder that music isn’t just about success metrics – it’s about community, expression, and remembering why you picked up an instrument in the first place.🎧 Listen now and discover one of Scotland’s most exciting emerging voices.