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Groovecast
by Charlie Smith / Ashley Walker
The new podcast for musicians, hosted by bassist Ashley Walker and drummer Charlie Smith. Covering all things drums, bass and music, with plenty of stories and tales from the road.
Episodes
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Groovecast - S3 Ep9: Serving The Artist
Hello and welcome back to Groovecast. In todays episode we discuss some of the artists we've had the chance to back and some of the experience we've gained from doing so. Charlie tells us what it was like to play for Tom Robinson and Ash shares his experience working with PP Arnold. We also…
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Groovecast - S3 Ep8: GrooveGuest Neal Wilkinson Pt.2
Hello and welcome to part two of our interview with one of the UK's most prolific session and touring drummers, Neal Wilkinson. In this episode we hear about Neal's experiences touring with singer James Morrison. Also how bass player Leland Sklar might've stopped him meeting Elvis drummer Ronnie...
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Groovecast - S3 Ep7: GrooveGuest Neal Wilkinson Pt.1
Hello and welcome to a particularly special interview episode of Groovecast. In todays episode we're diving deep into the career of one of the UK's most prolific session and touring drummers, Neal Wilkinson. In Part 1, Neal tells us about his musical beginnings, from playing the working mens…
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Groovecast - S3 Ep6: Beyond the Beatles
Hello and welcome back to Groovecast. Following on from our cover of Free As A Bird, we thought we'd continue in that same vain by diving into that period in the Beatles history. We talk about the Beatles Anthology series, how they came to record two new songs without the presence of John Lennon...
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Groovecast - S3 Ep5: Three of a Kind - Jeff Lynne
Hello and welcome back to Groovecast! In todays episode we breakdown another 3 songs from one of our favourite artists, Jeff Lynne. Just as last time we gave ourselves 3 categories in which our picks had to fit. The obvious one, the groovy one and the deep cut. We hope you enjoy this episode as...
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Groovecast - S3 Ep4: Tools for Teaching
Hello and welcome back to Groovecast. In today's episode we talk about some of the tools that helped us in our musical upbringings, from tutors and books to dvd's, masterclasses and trips to Ronnie Scotts. As always we hope you enjoy and we'll see you next time!
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Groovecast - S3 Ep3: Three of a Kind
Hello and welcome back to Groovecast! In todays episode we find a new way to squeeze a top three out of arguably our favourite artist, Sir Paul McCartney. We decided to task ourselves with filling these three categories. 1. The Obvious One - A big hit that you can't help but love. 2. The Groovy…
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Groovecast - S3 Ep2: YouTube vs IRL Lessons
Hello and welcome back to Groovecast. In todays episode we go deep into the debate of Youtube vs Real Lessons. We discuss great channels and sources such as - Rick Beato & Scott's Bass Lessons, as well as talking about some of our own experiences teaching and taking part in online courses. As...
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Groovecast - S3 Ep1: Where Have We Been?
Hello and welcome BACK to Groovecast! In today's episode we kick off our 3rd season with some in depth chat about what we've been up to and where we've been in the break between seasons. We cover a range of gigs and trips, such as Charlie's debut at Glastonbury and Ash's last cruise. We hope you...
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Groovecast - S2 Ep10: Our Top 3 Influential Players
Hello and welcome back to Groovecast for our final episode of season two! Oh how time flies when you're having fun. Over the course of this season we thought we had done enough talking about ourselves, so decided for this episode we would really get deep into our top 3 influential bassists and...
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Groovecast - S2 Ep9: Recording Chat
Hello and welcome back to Groovecast! In our penultimate episode of Season 2, we talk about some of our recent activities, such as the recording of Ash's new album. We compare notes on what it was like to record in person over at Charlie's home studio and where some of the influences and sounds…
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Groovecast - S2 Ep8: GrooveGuest Steve Pearce Pt.2
Hello and welcome back to Groovecast! In todays episode you hear once more from bass legend Steve Pearce. In the second part of our chat with him we discuss adding upright bass to his arsenal, hooliganism on Bill Bailey's Remarkable Guide To The Orchestra and a couple of hilarious behind the…
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Groovecast - S2 Ep7: GrooveGuest Steve Pearce Pt.1
Hello and welcome to a very special episode of Groovecast. In today's podcast we speak to one of the UK's finest and most recorded bass players, Steve Pearce. From West End musicals to Films, Video Games and some of the businesses biggest stars we brush through his breathtaking career. In Part 1…
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Groovecast - S2 Ep6: Catchup pt. 2
Hello and welcome back to Groovecast. In todays episode we discuss what we've both been up to over the past 3 months. From Charlie's travels across the UK to Ash's sailing the seven seas, Here's some of the highlights... As always we hope you've enjoyed this episode of Groovecast and we'll see…
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Groovecast - S2 Ep5: Online Recording & Session Work
Hello and welcome back to Groovecast. In todays episode we dive into the world of recording. We talk about some of the sessions the two of us have played on and the different playing styles and techniques that can be required. We also discuss the other aspects of recording such as writing and...
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Groovecast - S2 Ep4: Must Watch Concert Films
Hello and welcome back to Groovecast. In todays episode we discuss some of our favourite concert films, ranging from Billy Joel, to Toto and Paul McCartney to Rush. We talk about some of the films that either influenced our playing or helped our technique, with their instructional tools and also...
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Groovecast - S2 Ep3: Ronnie Scott’s
Hello and welcome once again to Groovecast! In this episode we talk about one of the most iconic and famous jazz venues in the world, Ronnie Scott's. Listen as we discuss some of the gigs we've been fortunate enough to watch there and also how the humble layout of the building helps create an...
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Groovecast - S2 Ep2: Iconic Albums, Aja & The Dude
Hello and welcome once again to Groovecast! With our second season well underway, we wanted to waste no time in getting down to business and discussing what we believe to be a couple of the greatest and most influential albums, of all time. In todays album inspections, we take a look at the 1977...
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Groovecast - Season 2 Ep1: Catchup
Hello and welcome BACK to Groovecast! After several busy months away, we are delighted to be back podcasting for you once again. Kicking off our second season here at Groovecast, we thought it was appropriate to fill you in a little on what we have been doing over the past few months and also…
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Groovecast - Episode 10: GrooveGuest Anna V
Hello and welcome to our last episode of the first season of Groovecast! For our final episode we wanted to do something special, something exciting, something we have never done before, interview a guest! Speaking to us for our very first Groovecast interview is the wickedly talented Anna V.…
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Groovecast - Episode 9: Our Top 3 Groove Albums
Hello and welcome back to Groovecast! As we reach the end of our first season here on Groovecast, we thought long and hard about the subject we'd like to discuss in our penultimate episode. In the end we decided to talk about the one thing we're all about....Groove! In this episode we talk about...
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Groovecast - Episode 8: Tech Talk
Hello and welcome once again to Groovecast! With technology across the world getting more advanced and each work environment trying to move with the times, musicians have not been exempt when it comes to getting to grips with the new tech. That in mind, we thought it was appropriate to talk about...
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Groovecast - Episode 7: 2021 Recap
Hello and welcome to a New Year and new episode of Groovecast! With 2022 just beginning and our diaries starting to get a little more full (Hopefully), we thought it was only right to talk over some of our top moments from the year that has just passed. From our favourite gigs, live shows and...
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Groovecast - Episode 6: Christmas Special
Welcome to a very special and merry episode of Groovecast! This is a podcast for Rhythm Section players, although all musicians (and non-musicians) are welcome! With the festive season very much underway, we thought it only right to dust off the 'ole Christmas jumpers (as can be seen on the…
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Groovecast - Episode 5: We Need To Talk About The Industry
Here's Episode 5 of Groovecast! This is a podcast for Rhythm Section players, although all musicians (and non-musicians) are welcome! With us starting this podcast, we quickly began to get some requests from friends abroad to touch on the UK music scene and the industry over here. So we thought...
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Groovecast - Episode 4: Live is Back
Well here's Episode 4 of Groovecast! This is a podcast for Rhythm Section players, although all musicians (and non-musicians) are welcome! With live shows and tours resuming in the UK, we thought it was only right to talk about some of our favourite live gigs, that we have had the privelage to…
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Groovecast - Episode 3: Geartalk
Well here's Episode 3 of Groovecast! This is a podcast for Rhythm Section players, although all musicians (and non-musicians) are welcome! In this episode we talk all things gear, covering Relicing, Vintage vs Modern gear and even our own rigs. As per usual if you have an opinion of your own on…
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Groovecast - Episode 2: Our Top 5 Bass & Drum Combos
Well here's Episode 2 of Groovecast! This is a podcast for Rhythm Section players, although all musicians (and non-musicians) are welcome! In this Episode we will be discussing some of the greatest rhythm section players ever to pick up a bass or a pair of sticks. Ranging all the way from the...
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Groovecast - Episode 1: Pandemic Life
So this is our very first Episode, of our maiden voyage into the world of podcasting! This is a podcast for Rhythm Section players, although all musicians (and non-musicians) are welcome! In this Episode we will be discussing the past year+, and how it has affected musicians and the way we work....
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The new podcast for musicians, hosted by bassist Ashley Walker and drummer Charlie Smith. Covering all things drums, bass and music, with plenty of stories and tales from the road.
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How many episodes does Groovecast have?
Groovecast currently has 29 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
What is Groovecast about?
The new podcast for musicians, hosted by bassist Ashley Walker and drummer Charlie Smith. Covering all things drums, bass and music, with plenty of stories and tales from the road.
How often does Groovecast release new episodes?
Groovecast has 29 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.
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Groovecast is created and hosted by Charlie Smith / Ashley Walker.
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