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How To Write A Tune
by The BrassKats
Welcome to How To Write A Tune, the only podcast that looks into the hearts, minds and souls of musicians and try to find an answer to the age old question; How do you write a tune?To add this podcast to your Podcast app please paste the following link into your podcast manual feed:http://h2wat.libsyn.com/rss
Episodes
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Jaz Delorean (Tankus The Henge)
This week Jay and Tony are joined by Tankus The Henge front man Jaz Delorean. The boys go deep and explore the mind of this brilliant song writer. Tankus The Henge are currently on tour around the UK - catch them at www.TankusTheHenge.com to see where they are playing near you, listen to their...
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Skits, Bits, Songs n Shit
This week Jay and Tony shoot the shit about some new creative projects that Tony will be pitching to create over the coming months. Mostly the British comedy version of Power Rangers! More guest shows coming later this week, so keep your eyes peeled. And why not follow us too, @H2WAT on twitter,...
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Adam 'Shuffle T' Woollard
This week Jay and Tony are joined by rap battler, actor and comedy writer Shuffle T. He and partner in rhyme Marlow are the reigning Don't Flop Doubles Rap Battle Champions. Check out their battles and comedy sketches on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/woollardandmarlow...
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Jay vs Tony - The Weigh Ins
Jay vs Tony - The Weigh Ins - Happy New Year! This week is a special episode to bring in the new year. With resolutions dropping like flies, Jay and Tony undertake a weight gain/loss challenge. Check out Bones Knows Podcast, Facebook live and the QUAK Clan on Youtube to keep up with how the boys...
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David Goo and Elliot Mason return
This week Jay and Tony are joined by 2 returning guests who have an excellent night out for all of you in store. David Goo featured on the first ever episode of H2WAT and Elliot was on around this time last year. So come join us on Monday November 28th 2016 (Yes tonight!) @ The Bedford in Balham...
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Jarek, BD and Chris from The US 100 Podcast
This week Jay and Tony are joined by friends of pod Jarek Zaba, Brent Davies and Chris Kelly, the team behind the brand new podcast The US 100. Join them on their epic journey across the American musical landscape and in contrast to this show, a lot of research and hard work has gone into making...
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Rowan 'Eurgh' Faife from Don't Flop
This week Jay and Tony are joined by legendary battle rapper and Founder of Don't Flop Rowan 'Eurgh' Faife. Lots of booze and great stories, so please enjoy. Don't Flop's 8th Birthday is coming this November. Join the festivities over 4 days, from London to Leeds on 17-20th Nov. For details and...
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International Podcast Day Special
The boys enjoy celebrating International Podcast Day with Greg and Joe form The All Seeing Guys. Exclusive preview of The BrassKats brand new tune 'Too Sleepy (For A Revolution), drunken banter and much much more. Enjoy
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Desert Planes
This week Jay and Tony are joined by Tom and Ben from Desert Planes. Their new single Together Apart is this week's track and is out now at all of your favourite music dispensaries. For links to everything Desert Planes catch them on www.desertplanes.com. @desertplanes
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Earthtide
This week Jay and Tony sit down with local rockers Earthtide. They have a new Live EP 'Live, Loud & Loaded' coming out on October 7th 2016 and you can join them at the Fighting Cocks, Kingston for the album launch that evening. Free entry and anyone who has seen Earthtide before knows that it…
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Renny Carroll (Forever Never)
This week Tony and Jay are joined by the R Kelly of Heavy Metal - Renny Carroll from Forever Never. They talk about the importance of melody and how some metal bands lose their way just trying to be 'Metal'. Forever Never have a new EP Speak Up and today's track One Life is from that EP. They are...
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The Lounge Kittens
This week Jay and Tony are joined by our sisters from another litter - The Lounge Kittens. Their new album Sequins & C-Bombs is out on Sept 16 2016 and you can pre-order it now from www.PledgeMusic.com/TheLoungeKittens For tour dates and much more, check out www.TheLoungeKittens.com This week's...
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H2WAT LIVE - BoomTown Fair hype show with RUMPSTEPPERS, George, Millie Manders & Crinkle Cuts
EPISODE 50!!!! woohoo! The first ever H2WAT LiveStream - catch the video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/tu3_CQ6w7SU?t=52m24s This week Jay and Tony are joined live in the studio by Liam from RUMPSTEPPERS and BrassArmy veteran George. Millie Manders and Crinkle Cuts call in to let us know how they...
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The Living Room presents Dicerollers (The All Seeing Guys)
This week Jay and Tony are joined by podcasting brethren Greg and Joe from Dicerollers. Check out their podcast The All Seeing Guys: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/all-seeing-guys-greg-joe/id1039902417?mt=2 This week's track is Dicerollers - Screwed (Produced by Ronin) and will be featured…
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Trey Turner (The Icarus Account)
This week Tony and Jay take you state side to chat to Trey from The Icarus Account. You can get their album 'Over The Moon' now and this weeks song is 'Chicago' from that album. Keep your eyes peeled for the new video coming very soon. The Icarus Account are also about to embark on a US Tour.…
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Bones Knows and Jacking Off Dad
This week it's just Jay and Tony. But have no fear there is plenty of nonsense to go round. The lads talk about the early days of 'The BrassKats', the soon to be released Bones Knows Podcast and their new band 'Jacking Off Dad' 'The Return of The BrassKats - The Debut Album' is available now at…
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Khaidian
This week Jay and Tony sit down with the Andy and John from Khaidian. Much laughter and silliness ensued. Their new EP Lucidity is out Autumn/Fall 2016 and today's track Pearls Before Swine is an exclusive preview from that EP. Catch up with them on www.Khaidian.com for all the info on gigs…
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Tree House Fire
This week Jay and Tony are joined by the awesome Tree House Fire. They popped into the studio on their way to this year's International London Ska Festival. Tree House Fire's new EP Coming In Hot is out now. Available at www.TreeHouseFire.co.uk or your usual online retailer. Catch them this…
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Jamie Dineen (Hellfire Orchestra)
This week Tony and Jay are joined by a The Turncoat himself, frontman of The Hellfire Orchestra Jamie Dineen is in the house. Hellfire Orchestra have a new EP Bastille Day out August 1st 2016 and this week's tune is an exclusive sneak peak at Highgate Hill. Their new single and title track…
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Qtone
This week Jay and Tony are joined by friends old and new. Jess and Robb from Qtone are in the house. If you have not seen Qtone play at some point over the last 20 years, you must not go out much! Influences: NIRVARNA https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nirvana_(band) PEARL JAM...
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Jamz
This week we are joined by friend of the pod Jamz. You may remember Jamz from back on the George Works episode but he has so much to share of his own we brought him back for another round of How To Write A Tune. This episode is brought to you by the Roadie Tuner. Go to www.RoadieTuner.com and use...
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Rusty Shipp
This week Jay and Tony are joined live from Nashville, Tennessee by Nautical Rock'n'Roll outfit Rusty Shipp. They discuss influences, combining them all to make something new and how to use music to deliver a message. Rusty Shipp's latest single Sinking Scarabs can be found at all of your usual...
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Sanj Surati (Anonymous Tip)
Now with Remastered Audio! This week friend of the pod Sanj Surati joined the boys in the studio for a good old reminiscing session. We talked about the good old days, lost bands and great shows, thinking you've made it, Heatham House and much more. @sanjsurati @AnonymousTip link dump: early...
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Mista Trick
This week the boys are joined in the studio by jungliest turned swinger Mista Trick. They talked about everyones favorite local pirate garage radio stations, the changing times in DJing and how a man ends up playing Swing. Catch Mista Trick this Friday May 27th at Sala BeCool in Barcelona. Check...
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Evelyne (Jessie Young)
This week Jay and Tony hit the road and headed to Brighton where they caught up with Evelyne while extremely hungover! They discuss her journey through music, how she ended up at BIMM, writing top lines and the difference between writing for someone else vs yourself. Catch up with Evelyne (Jessie...
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Crinkle Cuts
This week Jay and Tony are joined by the sprunk specialists Crinkle Cuts. They mobbed the studio in numbers shortly after playing a late night show and chaos ensued! You can catch Crinkle Cuts at this years Boomtown Fair and Secret Garden Party or at www.CrinkleCuts.com
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Wake Up Leo
This week the boys are back down in Deal where they caught up with Wake Up Leo. If you missed Wake Up Leo at their recent show with non other that UK pop legends Space - have no fear. Click here to catch up on all things Wake Up Leo, including all the upcoming events...
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Harrison Rimmer
This week the Jay and Tony caught up with Harrison Rimmer during his recent UK tour. They chat about old influences, a brief rap career, getting down with Choir, playing it all yourself vs getting a band and taking it on tour. Check out Harrison's latest EP 'C' right now....
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Patrick Craig
This week Jay and Tony sit down with Patrick Craig. In a few short years Patrick has done what many can only dream of and this week that culminates in the release of his new album. Catch the album launch party (featuring special secret guest) this Saturday 23rd April @ The Fighting Cocks. We'll…
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John Otway
This week the lads are joined by the legend John Otway. They go deep on a career spanning 40 years with one of the most entertaining men in Rock n Roll history. John is due to record a new album later this year and you could be involved. Go to JohnOtway.com and check out all his music, upcoming...
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Sean McGowan
This week Jay and Tony sit down with the modern day troubadour Sean McGowan. Sean is on tour with friend of the pod, Sam Duckworth's Recreations throughout April and May at a venue near you. For all Sean's dates, music, merch and much more check out http://www.musicglue.com/seanmcgowan/
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Mick Burns - Feral Sun
This week Jay and Tony are joined by Feral Sun front man Mick Burns. They talk about migrating bands to different hemispheres, gig stories, how to judge auditions and rocking out. Catch Feral Sun this Thursday 31st March @ The Barfly, Camden with 48 Hours, Dead Dollar Days and Alive In Lights.…
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Sam Duckworth, The BrassKats and more...
This week we have a special episode for you. As we are 30 weeks down we thought we'd take a break from our usual show and have some fun. We've still got a great interview with Sam Duckworth. Formerly 'Get Cape Wear Cape Fly', Sam has a new project called Recreations. Catch up with Sam on Twitter...
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Tobias Ben Jacob and Lukas Drinkwater
This week Jay and Tony sit down with the inventive and thrilling Tobias Ben Jacob and Lukas Drinkwater. Since playing their first gig together at Glastonbury 2014 they have been on the road captivating audiences all over the UK nonstop. Check them out at: http://www.tobiasbenjacob.com/...
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We Came From Wolves
This week Jay and Tony are joined all the way from sunny Scotland by Kyle from the rocking We Came From Wolves. Their new single Ruiner is out on March 18th 2016 and you can get an exclusive look at the Official video now on WCFWTV on Youtube. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XR5MjGXVIgw) Their...
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Chris T-T
This week Jay and Tony are joined by the legend that is Chris T-T. Dubbed a 'genius' by the BBC, 'outstanding' by The Sunday Times and an 'idiot' by Jack Osbourne, Chris has been there and done it! His new album 9 Green Songs is out on June 3rd, for more info, dates and a listen to all his…
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George Works
Ignoring what Tony says in the intro - CHUBBA DUBS will be on March 4th, not the 5th! This week Jay and Tony go deep with the Reggae Dub master George Works. He tells tales of learning guitar on the Seven Seas, playing London Garage in South America and just generally how to be a badman. Catch...
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Will Varley
This week Jay and Tony are joined by Will Varley. They talk about the good old days, making fake IDs, coming up through the open mic scene and even a bit about Bingo. Will is touring the UK right now, for music, dates and much more check out http://www.willvarley.com/
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Brightlight City
This week Jay and Tony are joined by Justin and Jamie from Brightlight City. Their new single Gravity will be out in March 2016 - so keep your eyes open and your ears to the ground. For tour dates, social media links and much more check out http://www.brightlightcityofficial.co.uk/
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Ross 'Spud' Taylor returns & Phil 'Filthy' Smith Jr (Sin Kings Part2)
This week our old friend Ross returns to the pod and this time he brought Phil with him. If you think back to 2015, Ross came on to talk Sin Kings, but by the time we had gone through the old Humbug days we we almost 2 hours in. So here is Part 2 with actual Sin Kings content! promise! Sin Kings...
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Jay Wars and the Howard Youth
This week Jay and Tony are joined all the way from Australia by Jay and Dan from Jay Wars and the Howard Youth. Their new album 'Love in the Time of Fear' is out next Friday Feb 5th 2016. Pre-order it now from http://www.whiskandkeyrecords.com/
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Ali Rose
This week Jay and Tony sit down with long time friend of the pod - Ali Rose. Ali takes us through the years in which she helped us write some bangers (yes, that's right - Ali had a big hand in writing some of your favourite BrassKat tunes) and how she took that knowledge out into the wide world -...
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Brendan B. Brown (Wheatus)
This week Jay and Tony are joined by Brendan B. Brown from everyone's favourite Teenage Dirtbags - Wheatus. This was the first ever Skype interview, so forgive the occasion sound issues and due to the time difference it was very early for Brendan and very late for Jay and Tony. Recorded back in...
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H2WAT:Extra - Marketing with Millie Manders Part 3
The third and final part of our Marketing with Millie series. This week we discuss Social Media on a grander scale, run you through all the different sites you can use and what they are best for. A big thanks to Millie Manders for her help throughout this series. Millie is now back on the road...
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Elliot Mason
2016 kicks off with a bang as Jay and Tony sit down with the hilarious Elliot Mason. Check out Elliot on iTunes or at www.Elliot-Mason.co.uk for info, gigs and physical copies of his albums, including the recent re-release of his debut CD, The Day They Turned Jif To Cif. Happy New Year from all…
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The Swingin' Bricks
This week is the conclusion of the H2WAT Liverpool tour. Jay and Tony sit down with the hard rocking Keith from The Swingin Bricks. This was the first pod we ever recorded in the morning so make yourself a coffee and join us for episode 18 of How To Write A Tune. Catch The Swingin Bricks on...
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H2WAT:Extra - Christmas Special with Timia (The Lounge Kittens), Miles and Liam (RUMPSTEPPERS)
Cosy up round the fire, wrap both your hands around your Christmas cracker and give it a tug - cause Christmas is about to explode all over your face. Join Jay and Tony for a special Christmas episode. Timia from The Lounge Kittens, Miles and Liam from RUMPSTEPPERS check into the Podcastle for a...
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Thom Worth
Ever wonder if Jay could do a podcast without Tony? This week Jay goes solo and delves into the memory banks of the awesome Thom Worth. Watch out next year as Thom hits the road with fellow friend of the pod Tim OT on The Leap Year Tour and will almost undoubtedly be found in a town near you in…
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H2WAT:Extra - Marketing with Millie Manders Part 2
Millie Manders is back for another H2WAT:Extra for you lucky, lucky people. This week we move over to the Social Media side of things and more specifically Facebook! Keep those ears peeled for more H2WAT:Extra episodes coming soon!!! Check out Millie at: www.MillieManders.co.uk
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Hacktivist
This week Jay and Tony sit down with Timfy and Ben from the UK's no.1 Djent/Rap/Metal outfit - Hacktivist. You may notice this is a bit of a noisy episode, that's because we caught up with the Hacktivist boys in the bar of The Fighting Cocks prior to their big K'Town show. So pour yourselves a...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to How To Write A Tune, the only podcast that looks into the hearts, minds and souls of musicians and try to find an answer to the age old question; How do you write a tune?To add this podcast to your Podcast app please paste the following link into your podcast manual feed:http://h2wat.libsyn.com/rss
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