Manx Radio Live Lounge

Christy catches up David Zincke and Scott Richman from Sons of Guns. 

Dusty Plankton's new album 'Are Sea Monkey's Real?' lands on April 10th, with an album launch at the Laxey Working Men's Institute on the following night. Christian, Alan, Seb and Jonny popped in to the Live Lounge to see Christy and talk us through some of the new music.

Joe Martin joins Christy live in the studio, premiering his brand new single, chatting about recording his new album in Nashville with music legends and looking ahead to his album launch at the Centenary Centre. He also plays two songs live, brilliantly of course! Find out more here: www.joemartinmusic.com

Local music duo Harvey, aka Stu Watret, Carl Holden and their unofficial 3rd member AI*, have been celebrating that one of their very first singles features in new Disney+ Series 'Love Story'. The series, about the relationship between John F Kennedy Jnr and Carolyn Bessette, has brought a new international audience of many thousands to Harvey's music, as Carl Holden tells Christy. *Read last year's story about the pair using AI to recreate Stu's voice here: HARVEY : Carl Holden, Stu Watret and their artificial 'third member'! - X Manx Radio Live Lounge - Manx Radio

Christy catches up with rising new star on the local scene, Elicia. She tells us about starting out with songwriting and we hear her brilliant debut single 'But I Try', out now on all platforms.

Christy catches up with former IOM resident Adam Wakeman (yes, son of Rick..) He's played with Black Sabbath for 20 years, written songs for Ozzy and was pianist for the now Grammy-winning performance of 'Changes' by Yungblud and collected musicians, performed at Ozzy's Final Bow concert in Birmingham. He tells Christy all about the concert, the Grammys and his latest Jazz Sabbath Live album.

With two shows in Port Erin and Peel this weekend, Merseyside-based Robert Vincent and Anna Corcoran join Lewis Foster in the Live Lounge to play two gorgeous stripped back versions of 'Battles' and 'This Town'.

Guitarist Lar Crookall and bassist Dario Leonetti from Manx post-hardcore five-piece Silo chat to Siobhán about their busy week (to say the least!). The group have dropped the first single ('Crawl in a Bottle') off their upcoming debut album 'Haze' which comes out on 1 May. It reached number 14 on the Kerrang! Chart, and came with the news they've been signed to Easy Life Records.

Biskee Brisht gather in the Live Lounge to tell us about their fabulous second album 'Treading Water / Brebbal Ushtey', a world's first in that it's been produced as a dual CD release - one in English, one in Manx. Find out more here: Home

Arron Clague and Rich Slee from Jules Verne Theory premiere their superb new single Hairstyle, while Clara Barker shares the magic behind hew first new music in ten years, her second collaboration with Arron called Do It Scared.

Siobhán chats with the mighty Balla Sabbath ahead of their (second ever!) gig at the Erin Arts Centre on 1 November!Tune in as 'Ozzy Osburn', 'Bill Wardland-Davies', 'Nelly Iommi' and 'Ivan Butler' treat us to a live set - and we chat all things Black Sabbath.Next month's gig at the EAC is sold out - but keep an eye on their socials for future appearances!

Siobhán chats with the Island's very own answer to Flea and co. - the Red Hot Chili Yessirs!They give us a live set, and we hear all about an upcoming Hop Tu Naa gig... all in aid of Hospice!You can get your tickets here > https://buytickets.at/redhotchiliyessirs/1690532

Elizabeth and Daniel have had a superb busy time since we spoke to them last November. They tell us about their international tour experiences, introducing more synthpop elements into their sound and we hear some of their new latest tunes. Find out more at Elizabeth Davidson-Blythe & Daniel Quayle

Christy chats with with England based Canadian duo April Moon ahead of their debut gigs on the Isle of Man with Live Roots Music - and we catch up with local artist Alice Ashe, who is opening for the group.

In the Live Lounge this afternoon we met Naomi Haworth, a multi-talented musician who is working on numerous projects in a variety of styles. She came in to talk about her synth-pop project Kestrel's Music and preview the brand new single

Christy catches up with Pete Williamson and Steve Leach from Pink Floyd tribute band Pigs On The Wing, who celebrate 30 years of gigs this month at the VillaGaiety

Christy was joined in the studio this evening by talented teen Zac Colligon, who shared some of his brand new songs and performed live for us in the studio. This podcast has an exclusive extra live session, so be sure to listen to the end!

'Modern day troubadour' Joe Martin has already had an incredible career in music and it's only getting more exciting for him, with his new album about to be recorded in Nashville by Glenn Campbell's son (as y'do!) This year, he made the Island his home, so we invited him in to the Live Lounge to hear his story. Find out more here: JoeMartinMusic

Christy catches up with Luke Oldfield, aka "Penfauld", whose debut EP 'Therapy Sessions With My Answer Machine' is out July 18th. With themes around mental health, ageing, relationships and more, one review says it '..sounds like what Nirvana would be if they were pop punk'  

Bianca Cawkwell and Leah Mousley, along with Simon Harvey from Brace Brace, tell us about the Children's Centre Big Day Out event, while musicians Patrick Knight and Alice Ashe tell us about their music and play live in the studio.

One of the Island's busiest and most popular musicians, singer songwriter and Beatles fanatic Ian Thompson, talks us through his new releases, plays live in the studio and reflects on the importance of Brian Wilson with Christy.

Jack Doyle played a huge part in restarting the Island's interest in vinyl when he started his Sound Records pop up shop in Onchan almost 10 years ago. Sound Records has grown and grown and is now the only Island retailer accredited for Record Store Day. But Jack is waving goodbye to the business this year, so Christy caught up with him - from the shop itself - as RSD2025 came to a close. You can still listen to the Vinyl Virtues Podcast Christy produced with Jack here: Vinyl Virtues - 22nd January 2019 - X Island Life Series - Specials - Manx Radio

Bram, Leo and Conrad from Crawlboard stopped by the studio to update us on their music and to play two tracks live in session.

Energetic, bluegrass, country, blues and folk quartet the Jesse Janes were with us in the studio this week. Hailing from Ireland and Liverpool, they play acoustic and electric guitars, bass, mandolin, whistle, percussion with 4-part harmonising vocals.The group popped into the Live Lounge to tell Siobhán all about their gig tonight at the Laxey Institute as part of their 3-date Isle of Man tour, and treated us to two live songs!

Shennaghys Jiu is BACK! The 26th instalment of the local festival kicks off in Ramsey tomorrow evening (Thursday 3 April). It gives young people the chance to play music, dance, and share Manx culture. Organiser Juan Garrett popped into the Live Lounge to tell Siobhán all about it. We also hear a sample of some of the Manx music which will be on offer.This year's jam packed schedule is available here: Microsoft Word - Shennaghys Jiu Prog 2025 copy.docxMUSIC: Katie Lawrence, and Barrule - FIVE HOURS BEHIND.

He's doing it again! Popular Isle of Man musician Eoin Molyneux is going to perform for 12 hours at Quids Inn on April 19th to raise money for Hospice Isle of Man. He's also releasing two new songs to mark the occasion, both also raising money. He popped in to the Live Lounge to tell Christy all about it, to preview one of the new releases and to play live for us. You can donate here: https://www.justgiving.com/page/12hourgig2025

Rockabilly punk blues band Mad Daddy join Christy in the Live Lounge to chat about the launch of their 2nd album on vinyl. We also chat with Persian Doormats, who will open for Mad Daddy at the the launch gig at Noa Bakehouse on 22nd March. Listen to Mad Daddy's music and catch up with the latest via their Bandcamp here.

Christy catches up with the everybusy electroswing queen Alanna Lyes, in the week that she celebrates great success with single 'Restless' - the new collaboration with Atom Smith and Burkey - and hot on the heels of her latest EP release with OddChap.

Members of Radiohead tribute band OK Computer joined us in the studio this weekend. Dave, Ian and Jamie came in to talk about their upcoming concert at the Peel Centenary Centre, where they'll be taking on their toughest challenge yet - playing the album of their name in it's entirety. All while raising money for Hospice.

This week, Christy was joined in the studio by Matthew Burrows and Dylan Hannah, formerly of Manavia and now the musicians behind the 'Tunesmiths' platform, for local musicians to showcase their original music to a respectful audience.

On the eve of their very last gig, Christy catches up with Mike Wade to find out why one of the Isle's best loved bands is calling it a day and what the future might hold. We also chat about his venue Black Dog Oven and the local band scene and hear a couple of the Ballagh's songs.

English Teacher by day, rock star by night!Scottish singer and guitarist Colin Davidson reveals what his students make of his rockstar alter-ego, both with local party band 'Switch' and now with his original music, which we've been featuring on our playlists recently. We get an exclusive of new material and he plays his upcoming single live for us tonight - which very aptly happens to be Burns Night

As a fan of the band from the earliest days, Christy's excitement was palpable (some might say 'awkward'...) when she had the chance to speak with Alex Kapranos and Bob Hardy from the might Franz Ferdinand, about their brand new album 'The Human Fear'.

Fancy a change from the usual seasonal playlist? Christy breaks out her best festive tunes, from near and far, old and new, to give you a truly alternative Christmas?

Ray Lakeman, Gyp Buggane, Ruby Biscoe Taylor and Matt Brewster come to the Live Lounge to share a very special new album, featuring a host of incredible talent for the Island who have come together to celebrate the memory of Jacques and Torin Lakeman.

Internationally renowned trad musicians Elizabeth Davidson Blythe and Daniel Quayle are one part Bostonian, one part Onchan-ian (!?), but they are both absolutely rooted in our music and culture. In fact, Elizabeth's discovery and then passion for everything Manx just a few years ago, came at a time when her musical career was about to come to a standstill. Now working on their second album together, they have somewhat reinvented their traditional wheel with their latest releases - and have invited some extra special guests to join them on their journey.

Dan Webb is not only the drummer for Sunset Jet and Highwayves, he's also branched out in to the world of promotion, with one of the first gigs on Isle being a jampacked eve of superb talent: Terry George, Adam Kelly and Highwayves themselves, along with our other studio guests this evening - Harry Roe and Josh Quaye, who treated us to two beautiful acoustic numbers

Christy catches up with Roy Stride from Scouting for Girls ahead of their return visit to the Villa Marina on Sunday (October 20th). They talk about aviation museums and aviaries, song-writing and dream-making; Roy reveals some of his favourite current artists and gives us an idea of what we can expect from the gig, in a conversation full of fun and peppered with fascinating facts.

We catch up with Jess, one half of new duo 'CLUCAS' who slammed on to our A List with their excellent debut single 'Speak Easy'

Jo Garvin tells us about the return of the Isle of Man Traditional Music Weekend. which starts on Friday and runs through Monday with workshops, sessions, song groups and more. We also hear some live music from an O'Donnell's session last week and remember much loved musician and broadcaster John Kaneen and the impact he had on the scene.Find out more here

Christy catches up with John Power from the Liverpool band Cast, who return to our shores in September with a renewed vigour and a brand new album, having spent this Summer opening for Liam Gallagher. Tickets for the gig available here: Cast (villagaiety.com)

'Miss' Katie Lawrence joined Christy in the Live Lounge this evening to chat about her new Tune Book of original compositions, 'From Western Shores and Beyond'. A much loved music teacher, she also shared some of her favourite music at the moment, paid tribute to her own music teachers and played a tune for us live in the studio.

Celtic Gathering Isle of Man - Yn Chruinnaght returns on Monday (July 22nd) and there something for everyone! From films to dancing, workshops to craft fairs and, of course, superb music from the Celtic Nations. Christy found out more, chatting with Committee members Chloe Woolley, Grainne Joughin and Breeshey Kermode.

Christy catches up with Matt 'Twist' from Manx Punx, as he tells us all about next weekend's All Day gig at the Outback. Open to all ages* and with reduced price tickets for those that need it*, the day features 10 hours of live music from bands from here and further afield. *Message and check their Facebook Page for all the details.

Hannah Lindqvist Kinrade recently visited the Isle of Man for the first time to trace her family roots and to record an EP of music inspired the dark tales she'd been told of her ancestory here. With familial links to murderers, absconders and even literary master Hall Caine, it's no surprise perhaps that her EP is to be called 'Murders and Melancholy'. Christy went to meet Hannah and her cousin Ben as they put the bones of the songs together at Ballagroove Studios in Ballasalla with Gyp Buggane at the helm.

Towards the end of this month, the Isle of Man will be represented at one of the world's most famous music festivals. Mae Challis has been invited to perform a two-hour set each day of Glastonbury at 'The Tap House'.Worthy Farm in Somerset is home to some of the most iconic music acts, with some independent artists being scouted by major record labels along the way.Christian Jones caught up with Mae, ahead of the festival.

Annabel Curphey, previously a member of Spaghetti and the Hoops, has been forging a career for herself in Brighton under the new stage name of 'Annabel Lauren'. She was on Isle recently so Christy took the opportunity to catch up with her about her music, her plans - and whether her Mum's Cauliflower Cheese is all that she says it is...

Internationally acclaimed Jake Thackray tribute, John Watterson, first fell in love with the poetic and musical stylings of Jake at a gig here on the Isle of Man. Since then, he has made a name for himself as 'Fake', invited to tour with acts like Fairport Convention and regularly contributing to radio programmes on BBC 2, 3 and 4. He returns to the Island for a special one off performance next week, playing the Peel Centenary Centre on May 18th, with every penny of the night going to Hospice. He tells Christy more.

You may remember us chatting with songwriter Callum Brew about this time last year, about his idea for an event that has two purposes – raising awareness and funds for Mental Health charities while promoting the excellent original songwriting talent on the Island. Well, he's doing it again! Black Dog Oven May 18th will see a long line up of some of the Island's finest taking to the stage. Callum tells Christy what we can expect and Juan Christian, from Isle Listen, tells us what it means for the Charity to have events like this raise funds for them.

Songwriting duo Carl Holden and Stu Watret have already overcome the practical obstacles of being separated by the Irish Sea, but in the past few years they were faced with a whole new challenge... Singer Stu slowly lost his ability to sing, as a symptom of having a rare form of Motor Neurone Disease. Undeterred, they have embraced the benefits of AI, showing that the world of artificial intelligence can have positives too.