The Encore Club

Britain’s Got Talent winner Sydnie Christmas joins The Encore Club!Sydnie opens up about life after BGT, the fear of releasing original music and becoming her own harshest critic. She also shares invaluable vocal advice, discusses performing with Gloria Gaynor and builds her ultimate dream concert.

Los Angeles singer-songwriter and visual artist Savannah Pope joins The Encore Club!Savannah opens up about transforming trauma and body-image struggles into her new single Panopticon, creating her theatrical world of “Rococo drag” and the performance that changed her life. She also discusses touring with Andy Bell, meeting Noel Fielding and builds her ultimate dream concert.

Megan Kane and Dylan Turner of Parker Barrow join Will for a lively conversation about falling in love after one unexpected Instagram message, building a band together and finding success with British audiences.The married duo discuss the story behind Hold the Mash, their love of touring the UK, the music that changed their lives and balancing marriage with life on the road.

Jacob Tolliver joins Will for a lively conversation about teaching himself piano, performing in Million Dollar Quartet and recording with his musical hero, Jerry Lee Lewis.Jacob discusses life as a Las Vegas performer, seeing Elton John from the front row 13 times, his unusual piano technique and the artists who shaped his extraordinary approach to music and performing.

Australian singer-songwriter Ruby Alexander joins The Encore Club!Ruby opens up about moving from Sydney to New York, learning to see herself as an artist, creating her musical “Other World” and the love story behind her new single All This Time Together. She also builds a dream concert featuring ANOHNI, Massive Attack and Alice Coltrane.

Singer, songwriter and film composer TANIS joins Will to discuss growing up across several countries, speaking four languages and how music became the one constant throughout her ever-changing childhood.TANIS reveals the real story behind her new single, The Bad One, her work as a self-produced artist and her deep connection to film music. She also builds an incredible dream concert featuring Prince, Tina Turner, Ennio Morricone and Guns N’ Roses inside Sweden’s spectacular Dalhalla amphitheatre.

Britain’s Got Talent finalist and America’s Got Talent: All-Stars Golden Buzzer recipient Tom Ball joins The Encore Club!Tom opens up about leaving teaching behind, receiving the first-ever group Golden Buzzer, meeting Terry Crews, being offered a song written by Gary Barlow and recording at Abbey Road with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra.

Hannah Wicklund joins Will for an extraordinarily open conversation about music industry betrayal, receiving a credible death threat and reaching the point where she considered walking away from music completely.Hannah discusses the experiences behind her new album, War on Women: Calling All Good Men, the continued silencing of women and why she is calling on good men to use their voices.

Comedy duo Bell & Dell return to finish building their dream concert, featuring Queen, David Bowie, impossible supergroups and an unforgettable finale beneath the Northern Lights.Along the way, they design the world's most ridiculous backstage rider, tackle some completely unhinged Would You Rather questions, and open up about the realities of life behind social media.Part 2 of 2

Comedy duo Bell & Dell join Will to talk viral videos, friendship, ghost hunting, zombie survival and what happened when somebody stole their content and gained 10,000 YouTube subscribers in less than a week.Plus, they begin building their dream concert beneath the Northern Lights, complete with bioluminescence, affordable tickets and a surprisingly heated debate about canoes.Part 1 of 2

Drummer, streamer and content creator Seth Davis (SethDrums) joins The Encore Club to talk viral videos, life online, family, drumming, Linkin Park and building an audience of millions across social media.Plus, we build his ultimate dream concert inside one of the most unique venues ever chosen on the show, and somehow Michael Jordan, Chad Smith and Jesus all end up involved.

Actress, Comedian, Poet and Creator Kat Ronson joins The Encore Club for a funny, honest and thought-provoking conversation about stand-up, viral success and the power of comedy.From viral characters and roast battles to Kylie Minogue, Avril Lavigne and unforgettable gig experiences, Kat shares the moments that shaped her career and builds her ultimate dream gig.

Will Brown joins The Encore Club to talk leaving the life everyone expected him to live, finding himself through music, and the breaking point that inspired Welcome To Brownsville.Plus, faith, vulnerability, Eurovision week, supporting Jools Holland, and building his ultimate dream concert.

Social media creator and Drax Social founder Alex Drachnik joins The Encore Club to build the ultimate dream concert.From Blink-182 obsession and creator burnout to medieval castles, Linkin Park reunions, and chaotic pop punk nostalgia, Alex dives into internet culture, authenticity online, and life behind viral content.

Alex Dugan from Culture Wars joins The Encore Club to talk arena crowds, almost quitting music, and the bizarre moment Keith Richards accidentally changed his life forever with one guitar pick.Plus, opening shows across the world and balancing fatherhood with touring.

JULITH joins The Encore Club for a genuinely funny and surprisingly heartfelt conversation about music, dream concerts and the moments that stay with us forever. Somewhere along the way, one story completely catches JULITH off guard and has her crying with laughter for the rest of the episode.

MT Jones joins The Encore Club to talk about the slow reality of building a music career, from busking in Chester to selling out UK shows, plus his dream concert lineup and the story behind his album Joy.

Comedian, musician and viral creator Ben Lapidus joins The Encore Club to tackle the internet’s weirdest debate… is it Pets Mart or Pet Smart?From a viral metal protest song to a real-life rally concert outside a store, Ben dives into how it all spiralled.Plus, his dream concert in Atlantis, America’s Got Talent chaos, and why chasing views might actually hold you back.

Entertainer, DJ and live host Ryan Swain joins The Encore Club for a high-energy deep dive into ADHD, creativity, and life on stage.From chaotic childhood stories to performing in front of massive festival crowds, he opens up about resilience, identity, and turning raw energy into a career built on entertaining others.

Singer-songwriter Isak Danielson joins The Encore Club for an emotional deep dive into nostalgia, songwriting, and the moments that shape the music we carry with us.From discovering Adele to reflecting on love, memory, and the songs that never leave us, he opens up about honesty in music, creative flow, and what it really means to make people feel something.

Alt-rock artist WALWIN joins The Encore Club for a raw, nostalgic deep dive into the UK emo scene, storytelling in music, and the chaos of growing up around live gigs and underground venues.From early influences and Slam Dunk memories to his obsession with authenticity and writing songs that actually mean something, he opens up about creativity, independence, and what it really takes to stand out in modern alternative music.

Alt-pop artist Caroline Romano joins The Encore Club for an emotional deep dive into songwriting, anxiety, and turning real-life experiences into cinematic, deeply personal music.From growing up on Taylor Swift to writing songs like diary entries, she opens up about vulnerability, confidence, and what it really takes to create music that makes people feel seen.

It's Season 3 baby! Trap-metal artist NØTRIXX joins The Encore Club for a chaotic, emotional, and brutally honest conversation about music, identity, and turning personal struggle into art.She also builds her ultimate dream concert, set in an abandoned, overgrown city with a giant festival stage, mixing heavy music, deep stories, and the raw energy that defines her sound.

Season 2 of The Encore Club closes with a chaotic, funny, and surprisingly heartfelt Grinchmas Special.Will is joined by The Yorkshire Grinch for a musical Christmas story full of festive games, bizarre would-you-rathers, and reflections on music, memory, and the complicated feelings the holidays can bring.

Barnaby Baker of Friends of Friends joins The Encore Club for a warm, honest conversation about growing up in Australia, discovering music, and surviving as an independent artist.He also shares his ultimate dream concert, blending reflection, humour, and a love of live music throughout.

Sophie Patrick and Claire Chittick of Australian indie band Betty Taylor join The Encore Club for a funny, honest conversation about songwriting, band life, and the friendship that keeps their creativity grounded.They also share their ultimate dream concert, blending reflection, humour, and chaotic stories from life on the road and in the studio.

Stuntwoman, parkour athlete, and viral creator Lorena Abreu joins The Encore Club for a festive, wide-ranging conversation about growing up, creativity, and finding confidence through being unapologetically herself.She also shares her ultimate dream concert, mixing humour, thoughtfulness, and the energy that drives her work and performances.

Singer, songwriter, and producer Maria Ellis joins The Encore Club for a festive, funny, and honest conversation about growing up with music, building her career, and creating her debut EP Ultra Baddie.She also shares her ultimate dream concert, blending humour, warmth, and the chaos of Christmas energy throughout.

Spanish-born, LA-based guitarist Twanguero (Diego Garcia) joins The Encore Club for a thoughtful, music-first conversation about growing up with classical guitar, touring the world, and building a life in music on his own terms.He also shares his ultimate dream concert, blending reflection, craft, and the emotional magic that music can bring.

Singer-songwriter nep joins The Encore Club for a festive, funny, and music-obsessed conversation about growing up in Daytona, finding her voice, and navigating college, TikTok, and touring.She also shares her ultimate dream concert, blending emo passion, live music energy, and festive chaos throughout the episode.

Singer-songwriter Cynthia Parker joins The Encore Club for a festive, thoughtful, and joyfully chaotic conversation about growing up between Canada and LA, building her artistry, and navigating viral success.She also shares her ultimate dream concert, blending personal influences, humour, and the magic of live music throughout the episode.

In Episode 31 of The Encore Club Podcast, Will sits down with BBC Radio 1 DJ Maia Beth for a warm, funny, and festive conversation.They talk early gig experiences, the highs and lows of broadcasting, Glastonbury backstage stories, and the songs and artists that shaped Maia’s love of music, with plenty of humour, nostalgia, and chaotic Christmas energy throughout

Samantha Gongol of Marian Hill joins The Encore Club for a reflective, witty, and deeply musical conversation about growing up in Pennsylvania, creating hits, and stepping into her solo artistry.She also shares her ultimate dream concert, blending humour, nostalgia, and the magic of live music throughout the episode.

Charlotte Sands joins The Encore Club for a warm, funny, and heartfelt conversation about growing up online, touring the world, and finding her voice as an artist.She also shares her ultimate dream concert, mixing energy, nostalgia, and the chaotic joy of live music.

Vocal coach and content creator Mitchell Kinn joins The Encore Club to talk viral fame, teaching emo vocals, and the psychology of singing with honesty, humour, and heartfelt insight.He also shares his ultimate dream concert, blending nostalgia, creativity, and the chaotic fun that defines the show.

Dr. Hoby Wedler, blind chemist and sensory expert, joins The Encore Club for a thoughtful and funny conversation about exploring the world through taste, sound, and imagination, blending science, creativity, and philosophy.He also shares his ultimate dream concert, mixing warmth, curiosity, and the full Encore Club energy throughout.

It’s Halloween at The Encore Club — and chaos has never looked so spooky. In Episode 26, Will and Josh trade guitars for ghost stories in a haunted Hollywood special packed with eerie celebrity encounters, questionable cocktails, and their trademark mix of comedy and chaos. Dressed as an Oompa Loompa and a Slutty Banana (because of course they are), the boys dive deep into some of the strangest paranormal tales ever told by A-listers — from Jessica Alba’s terrifying “night visitor” and Matthew McConaughey’s ghostly roommate “Madame Bleu” to Miley Cyrus’s haunted London flat and Courtney Cox’s mysterious man in the hallway.But this isn’t your average ghost story podcast. Between tequila-fueled tangents and laugh-out-loud Halloween antics, Will and Josh turn each supernatural tale into something uniquely Encore Club — equal parts creepy and comedic. The lads also share their own spooky experiences, including ghostly sightings, unexplained moments, and the kind of bizarre late-night conversations that could only happen in a Halloween episode.As the pumpkins glow, the drinks flow, and the costumes start to itch, things only get weirder — from ghostly pianos and haunted staircases to the truly wild world of “celebrity ghost lovers.” It’s a Halloween special that’s more treat than trick: ridiculous, revealing, and a little bit terrifying.So grab your favourite drink, dim the lights, and get ready for the most haunted episode yet. Expect laughs, scares, and a heavy dose of Encore energy. Happy Halloween from The Encore Club!

UK artist Pip Marsh joins The Encore Club for a raw, funny, and emotional conversation about growing up in the countryside, chasing his Nashville dream, and creating his “farm emo” sound.He also shares his ultimate dream concert, blending heartfelt storytelling, chaos, and the joy of live music throughout.

Jody, Simon, and Barney from Autoheart join The Encore Club for a heartfelt and hilarious conversation about TikTok fame, touring, and creating their new album Heartlands.They also share their ultimate dream concert, blending stories of resilience, connection, and the joy of live music throughout.

Matt and Cameron from Your Favorite Color join The Encore Club to talk friendship, creative rituals, and building their California alt-rock sound while staying grounded amid the pressures of touring and streaming.They also share their ultimate dream concert, packed with fun, chaos, and behind-the-scenes stories from their musical journey.

Singer, songwriter, and actor Rainsford (Rainey Qualley) joins The Encore Club to talk her journey from acting to releasing heartfelt indie pop, motherhood, and the making of her debut album Before Blue.She also shares her ultimate dream concert, with fun Encore Club games, career stories, and plenty of laughs along the way.

Season 2 is finally here — and we’re kicking things off with The Encore Debate Club – Festival Edition!Will, Josh, and Harri go head-to-head in a brand-new debate format that takes the chaos of The Encore Club and cranks it up to festival level. In this episode, the boys battle it out over three huge questions: is the real headliner the music or the food trucks and vibes, is camping a bonding experience or a survival test, and is leaving early a genius move or the ultimate betrayal?Expect courtroom-style opening statements, fiery rebuttals, and the kind of tangents only The Encore Club can deliver. Along the way, the lads share their own festival horror stories, swap survival tactics, and argue about everything from tacos to toilets to the importance of vibes.It’s a hilarious, unfiltered, and totally chaotic start to Season 2, and if you’ve ever been to a festival, you’ll know exactly what they’re talking about.Apologies for sound quality — there were some severe issues that nearly lost us the whole episode, but from next week this issue will no longer be present.

Matt Walst, frontman of Three Days Grace, joins The Encore Club to talk his journey from small-town Canada to leading a global rock band, sharing on-stage stories, family bonds, and music’s impact on fans.He also dives into his ultimate dream concert, mixing chaos, fun, and Encore Club games with his signature honesty and humour.

Jean-Ken Johnny of MAN WITH A MISSION joins The Encore Club for a high-energy, personal conversation about 15 years of global tours, festival chaos, and the music that shaped him.He also dives into his ultimate dream concert, sharing stories, heartfelt moments, and wild Encore Club games.

YouTuber and former Soccer AM producer Robbie Knox joins The Encore Club to share stories from live TV, YouTube chaos, and building a creative life on his own terms.Robbie also designs his dream London Astoria concert with The Beaches, Weezer, and a U2 encore, packed with hot takes, misheard lyrics, and hilarious Encore Club games.

Actor, theatre producer, and songwriter Winter Andrews joins The Encore Club for an honest, hilarious, and emotional conversation about acting, music, and life in the spotlight.Winter also builds his dream Glastonbury concert with Phoebe Bridgers, Hozier, and a show-stopping “Welcome to the Black Parade” encore, plus stories, hot takes, and chaotic moments throughout.

It’s solo... but not so solo this week on The Encore Club, as Will & Josh are joined by Will's younger brother Harri for an unfiltered deep dive into the wild world of entertainment conspiracies. From childhood cartoon trauma to Hollywood’s darkest secrets, this one spirals in the best possible way.The pair unpack the disturbing Rugrats Theory, where each baby represents real-life tragedy from Angelica’s broken mind. Then it’s onto Nickelodeon scandals, the Pixar shared universe, and why everything from Toy Story to WALL·E might be connected in one secret post-human timeline.Expect talk of MK Ultra, adrenochrome harvesting, fake celeb relationships, celebrity glitches, and why Hollywood might be far more controlled than we’re led to believe. With alleged links to Bieber, Amanda Bynes, Drake Bell, Tom Cruise, Lady Gaga, and even award show rigging, nothing is off-limits in this episode.It’s chaotic, hilarious, occasionally unhinged, but impossible to stop listening to. If you’ve ever said “surely that’s not true…” — this is the one for you.Allegedly.

Multi-instrumentalist Sam Gellerstein of SNACKTIME joins The Encore Club to talk funk, soul, hip-hop, and the band’s rise from pandemic park gigs to sold-out shows.Sam also builds his dream concert, blending bold lineups, joy, and chaos, with humour, groove, and plenty of sandwich philosophy along the way.

Viral sketch comedy creator Joshiiwuh joins The Encore Club to talk internet fame, voice acting dreams, SpongeBob obsession, and real-life ghost hunting adventures.He also builds one of the most chaotic dream concerts yet, set in a snow-covered Alaskan forest with a wild, genre-defying lineup and surprise guests.

Viral metal guitarist and content creator Josh Rezz joins The Encore Club to share his journey from North Carolina drum kits to 850K+ TikTok followers, metal memes, and internet chaos.He also designs his ultimate 3-day dream festival in Amsterdam, packed with insane lineups, triangle shredding, and wild Encore Club antics.