Mind Your Music

We continue our interview with Iain Forbes, guitar man from Glasgow, and explore is influences and current projects. the playlisthttps://open.spotify.com/playlist/2nZjXIh48XQ5kuxZNJFopZ?si=bVcqCcRtSJSzfVZGgvyrig&pi=wwpFT1NiQK2cyGet the book - Dead Dog Beach - 'a brilliant comedic thriller where Glasgow Gangland, The Mafia and rock bands slug it out'click the link below:https://www.paulmurdoch.co.uk/dead-dog-beach

In this episode we chat to Iain Forbes, another guitar guy from Glasgow who is known for his dexterity on acoustic and electric. We talk about his influences and his guitar teaching trchniques. playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4De4br2PsE3Ul3oTXmsUGd?si=Dxt4KX5yR_GkJeTfn2b46w&pi=wQu-hiTATDy2kGet the book - Dead Dog Beach - 'a brilliant comedic thriller where Glasgow Gangland, The Mafia and rock bands slug it out'click the link below:https://www.paulmurdoch.co.uk/dead-dog-beach 

We speak to Rachel Weir from Scottish Families Affected by Alochol and Drugs Helpline Number is 08080101011We have our usual music playlist to accompany our conversation. https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2qcXeyH88Wf1SxEQpU6H8Z?si=7YKvRA_kR5OYGXiibwJUJA&pi=cx-rnmfSRw279Mind Your Music - theme Dead Dog Beach by Magnetic North CreationsGet the book - Dead Dog Beach - 'a brilliant comedic thriller where Glasgow Gangland, The Mafia and rock bands slug it out'click the link below:https://www.paulmurdoch.co.uk/dead-dog-beach

We chat to Jim Keilt, a well-known face in the Glasgow guitar scene, and a man with a wealth of stories and experiences in the music scene since the 70's. He's played with Middle of the Road and the Bay City Rollers, to name a few. playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1ONWyvhXV9DjlLLFGYka8T?si=L5JEYoVCTKaQwQqMYwtujgMind Your Music - theme Dead Dog Beach by Magnetic North CreationsGet the book - Dead Dog Beach - 'a brilliant comedic thriller where Glasgow Gangland, The Mafia and rock bands slug it out'click the link below. https://www.paulmurdoch.co.uk/dead-dog-beach

We chat to Jim Keilt, a well-known face in the Glasgow guitar scene, and a man with a wealth of stories and experiences in the music scene since the 70's. He's played with Middle of the Road and the Bay City Rollers, to name a few. playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1ONWyvhXV9DjlLLFGYka8T?si=L5JEYoVCTKaQwQqMYwtujgMind Your Music - theme Dead Dog Beach by Magnetic North CreationsGet the book - Dead Dog Beach - 'a brilliant comedic thriller where Glasgow Gangland, The Mafia and rock bands slug it out'click the link below. https://www.paulmurdoch.co.uk/dead-dog-beach

This Episode features part two of our chat with songwriter and producer Dan Gautreau. After working all over the world with Trevor Horn, Dan now runs his own state-of-the-art recording studio. He talks about his journey and some of the greats he's worked with along the way - Celine Deon, George Michael and Take That to name a few. playlist : https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4Eik1KWeZXAKvFWFyuCQ3Q?si=WFc-eHx7S_KJkZwUdm28_w&pi=IH88ubwJRHuSiMind Your Music - theme Dead Dog Beach by Magnetic North CreationsGet the book - Dead Dog Beach - 'a brilliant comedic thriller where Glasgow Gangland, The Mafia and rock bands slug it out'click the link below. https://www.paulmurdoch.co.uk/dead-dog-beach

This Episode features songwriter and producer Dan Gautreau. After working all over the world with Trevor Horn, Dan now runs his own state-of-the-art recording studio. He talks about his journey and some of the greats he's worked with along the way - Celine Deon, George Michael and Take That to name a few. playlist : https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4Eik1KWeZXAKvFWFyuCQ3Q?si=WFc-eHx7S_KJkZwUdm28_w&pi=IH88ubwJRHuSiMind Your Music - theme Dead Dog Beach by Magnetic North CreationsGet the book - Dead Dog Beach - 'a brilliant comedic thriller where Glasgow Gangland, The Mafia and rock bands slug it out'click the link below. https://www.paulmurdoch.co.uk/dead-dog-beach

Part two of our chat with rock DJ and podcaster, Tom Russell. He talks about his life and work in music and film. With decades of interviews under his belt he has a wealth of anecdotes about some of the legends of rock. The playlisthttps://open.spotify.com/playlist/55gfM6OpoV1JMa5YKrpMNd?si=Os-t6y9IT7GkoqRLqBn4aQ&pi=qgFGgpqLRnmvzMind Your Music - theme Dead Dog Beach by Magnetic North CreationsGet the book - Dead Dog Beach - 'a brilliant comedic thriller where Glasgow Gangland, The Mafia and rock bands slug it out'click the link below. https://www.paulmurdoch.co.uk/dead-dog-beach

This time we chat to rock DJ and podcaster, Tom Russell about his life and work in music and film. With decades of interviews under his belt he has a wealth of anecdotes about some of the legends of rock. The playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1y1dg6vtuViOC10YodzVpd?si=B6V-tDigQ8SLseovSpfvrQ&pi=CjzjzD_ZSkeU8Mind Your Music - theme Dead Dog Beach by Magnetic North CreationsGet the book - Dead Dog Beach - 'a brilliant comedic thriller where Glasgow Gangland, The Mafia and rock bands slug it out'click the link below. https://www.paulmurdoch.co.uk/dead-dog-beach

This time we chat about Climate Change and mental health. Is it a hoax? The people of Ghana don't think so. Leslie has already found a link to poor mental health. A lecturer at The Queen Margaret Univeristy in Edinburgh. we explore her work and continuing projects where she uses art to address mental heath issues. There is also a playlist to compliment the show. https://open.spotify.com/playlist/679EERDxAzdXahkMEpZU20?si=hizXduUNReub_SxykXtiuw&pi=W7W9SEhqRmqgfMind Your Music - theme Dead Dog Beach by Magnetic North CreationsGet the book - Dead Dog Beach - 'a brilliant comedic thriller where Glasgow Gangland, The Mafia and rock bands slug it out'click the link below. https://www.paulmurdoch.co.uk/dead-dog-beach

This time we chat to Theresa Talbot, BBC presenter for 20 years, keen gardener, author and celebrant. We chat about her career and her projects. We also delve into her musical tastes and have a playlist to accompany this episode. https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3nqPLdPg3l03Wroq5pTV2k?si=Q3M3NeerR_CFUl6lYIQLLw&pi=wDb1i_dYQ2y_QMind Your Music - theme Dead Dog Beach by Magnetic North CreationsGet the book - Dead Dog Beach - 'a brilliant comedic thriller where Glasgow Gangland, The Mafia and rock bands slug it out'click the link below. https://www.paulmurdoch.co.uk/dead-dog-beach

Famous guitarist and sideman, Tim Renwick talks about playing with Pinl Floyd and Roger Waters as well as chatting about his guitars and favourite guitarists. link to this episode's playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3XTAnTODa1kZgUFavswyMk?si=gQToeYvGSkSb2VRnqU8Azw&pi=SoolR8IhQuCBi

This episode is part 1 of a great chat with the incredible sideman, guitarist, Tim Renwick whos played on tracks by Al Stewart, Elton John The Surherland Bros and Quiver and many many more. He chats about touring with Elton John and Eric Clapton here. We also have our usual playlist to accompany our show.playlist for the show https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0b8QwWCKOYRoQP6SGpsqj6?si=UJcHA6dORwuzdGZpN6Hyhg&pi=SVgYT52xTluXz

We chat to Gillies MacKinnon who  has worked with a notable range of star actors across British, Irish, and international cinema, including Kate Winslet, Robin Wright, Albert Finney, Judi Dench, Ian Holm, Timothy Spall, Brian Cox, Jonathan Pryce, Robert Carlyle, Stephen Rea, Kevin McKidd, Jonny Lee Miller, Dougray Scott, Eddie Izzard, Gregor Fisher, Mark Rylance, Andie MacDowell, Olivia Williams, Keira Knightley, Andy Serkis, Gary Lewis, Phyllis Logan, and Sean Biggerstaff, often drawing especially strong performances from actors early in their careers as well as from established screen legends.The playlist for this episode.  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2vxqN6dLfNPbUqmlkdHFHr?si=DNba12opQNKMaoQobZbeAQ&pi=nheic_zBRi2pXMind Your Music - theme Dead Dog Beach by Magnetic North CreationsGet the book - Dead Dog Beach - 'a brilliant comedic thriller where Glasgow Gangland, The Mafia and rock bands slug it out'click the link below. https://www.paulmurdoch.co.uk/dead-dog-beach@movies #movies @filmdirectors

Gillies MacKinnon has worked with a notable range of star actors across British, Irish, and international cinema, including Kate Winslet, Robin Wright, Albert Finney, Judi Dench, Ian Holm, Timothy Spall, Brian Cox, Jonathan Pryce, Robert Carlyle, Stephen Rea, Kevin McKidd, Jonny Lee Miller, Dougray Scott, Eddie Izzard, Gregor Fisher, Mark Rylance, Andie MacDowell, Olivia Williams, Keira Knightley, Andy Serkis, Gary Lewis, Phyllis Logan, and Sean Biggerstaff, often drawing especially strong performances from actors early in their careers as well as from established screen legends.Episode playlist link. https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0QaDJDMSGN3o0GoUzackNj?si=FlOxSXVpTxeIxfOvn5cgAw&pi=GOfWa7WNRe2iXMind Your Music - theme Dead Dog Beach by Magnetic North CreationsGet the book - Dead Dog Beach - 'a brilliant comedic thriller where Glasgow Gangland, The Mafia and rock bands slug it out'click the link below. https://www.paulmurdoch.co.uk/dead-dog-beach@movies #movies @filmdirectors

This episode features Maggie MacInnes, a singer and harper who embraces her Gaelic roots and is involved in the evolving Scottish folk scene. She talks about her musical heritage and her forthcoming concerts and projects. Playlist for this episodeBohemian Rhapsody - QueenGur Muladach sigth mi - Flora McNeilTri Martolod - Allan StivellNow Westlin Winds - Dick GaughanBroom o the Cowdenknolls - Silly WizardThe Smile That Never Forgets - Tom GibbsThe Tractors of South Uist - Dan BrownA Love for All Seasons - Chris StoutGoing Home - RunrigAr Chromaraigh Aolbhinn O - SolasOld and Wise - Colin BlunstoneGimme Some Truth - John LennonCuidad de las Ideas - Vincente AmigoS’Toil Leam An Ciobair - Maggie MaCinnesPlaylist link https://open.spotify.com/playlist/52H6Y5MpxJCeQYzimBaSlq?si=vi8VwbKoT9myLaKMUg_kSg&pi=ihxUpT-zS6q6WMaggie MacInnes  https://www.maggiemacinnes.co.ukMind Your Music - theme Dead Dog Beach by Magnetic North Creations

This time we chat to Graham Morgan MBE about his journey through schitzophrenia, his writing and the music that inspires him. It also freatures a track by Grayling called 'Knees'.This Episode's playlistKnees - GraylingBefore the Deluge - Moving Hearts One of these Days - Pink FloydA Pillow of Winds - Pink FloydGo Your Own Way - Fleetwood MacInto the Valley - The SkidsNo Surrender - Bruce Springstien Amazing Grace (Live) - Jennifer HudsonLink to playliisthttps://open.spotify.com/playlist/1GXSmtE3GwggYZ7j0RsLOD?si=odmyDjJsSSqhWn-tLPoXjA&pi=wf4je8lTQHKPWMind Your Music - theme Dead Dog Beach by Magnetic North Creations

In this episode we chat to Hamie, lead singer of the rock band Heavy Pettin'. He talks about the band's journey in the 80's - recording with Brian May of Queen and touring the world with all the rock greats - Kiss, Aerosmith etc He then goes on to chat about his new album Rock Generation. Mind Your Music - theme Dead Dog Beach by Magnetic North CreationsGet the book - Dead Dog Beach - 'a brilliant comedic thriller where Glasgow Gangland, The Mafia and rock bands slug it out'click the link below. https://www.paulmurdoch.co.uk/dead-dog-beach

We chat to Fons Stam, a multitalented Dutch musician and songwriter. We talk about recording at Abbey Road and Sun Studio and, on the playlist, listen to some songs in different languages and hear about the Haarlem-based band Ampzing.Playlist for this episode Les Musiciens - FlairckPavane - Tis Van LeerBoil the Breakfast Early - The ChieftainsA Blacksmith Courted Me - Julie MurphyI Walk the Line - Johnny CashDe Schade - AmpzingKijk Eens Hoe Gweledig Ik Ben - Ampzing Link to playlist : https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6JBLF6dytUdwncaRwGzOWf?si=f834c79fc7294adbMind Your Music - theme 'Dead Dog Beach' by Magnetic North Creations Get the book - Dead Dog Beach - 'a brilliant comedic thriller where Glasgow Gangland, The Mafia and rock bands slug it out'Buy here in the UK  : https://shop.ingramspark.com/b/084?params=nQJfNyv9xslJ7ZpoZ8KbxyK3zJo4bovgaVE9h5NunVXBuy here In the US : https://shop.ingramspark.com/b/084?params=mSbNI6Xpj1Bqdko6AZL53xt27qrAUe1nt5UeOU2ryKA

This is a special Christmas edition featuring the Rev Ian Miller. His musical tastes are explored along with his thoughts for 2026 and a Christmas message.Playlist for this episode1. I Believe in Father Christmas - Greg Lake2. Trinity - Cory Henry3. Please Come Home for Christmas - The Eagles4. Cradle in Bethlehem5. Feliz Navidad - Jose Feliciano6. O Come O Come Emmanuel - Pat Coil7. Only the Lonely - Roy Orbison8. White Christmas - Bing Crosby9. Joy to the World - Choir of Kings College10. Twelve Days of Christmas - John Denver and the Muppets11. Oh Little Town of Bethlehem - Annie LennoxPlaylist link for this episode https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1JhImRm9HPMBWkAeIyQSay?si=2jgs4-Z7Rvy2-xc724Dk_w&pi=YImcaK44SFGMGwww.cosyearth.com Our promo code: mindyourmusic gets you a 41% discountNew bookstore Caffinated Escapism - order your books here Home | Caffeinated Escapism Bookstore | https://caffeinated-escapism-bookstore.square.site/Mind Your Music - theme Dead Dog Beach by Magnetic North CreationsGet the book - Dead Dog Beach - 'a brilliant comedic thriller where Glasgow Gangland, The Mafia and rock bands slug it out'click the link below. https://www.paulmurdoch.co.uk/dead-dog-beach

This episode features the second part of our interview with Phil Cunningham, accordionist extraordinaire and multi-instrumentalist. He chats about the folk scene, the transatlantic sessions, working with Bonnie Raitt, the film Wild Rose and doing soundtrack music. He also talks about his love of Larry Adler and his penchant for jamming blues harp. Playlist for this episodeOne Part be my Lover - Bonnie RaittGlasgow (No Place Like Home) - Jessie BuckleyLover Come Back to Me - Larry AdlerThe Bluebell Polka - JImmy ShandThe Call and the Answer - Kris DreverWild Mountain Thyme - The Tannahill WeaversRoma - Vincente AmigoPatience of Angels - Eddie ReaderThe Devil’s Courtship - The Battlefield BandWhy I May Not go out and Climb Trees - Daniel NorgrenGod’s a Different Sword - Folk Bitch TrioPlaylist link https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4TplbwpmNwLolXKeyN7jC3?si=T1iPAv5qQAq77zA5X48vXQ&pi=enXCaIC0Q06h8Phil Cunningham Christmas Songbook Tour https://philcunningham.com/live-shows/www.cosyearth.comUse our promo code: mindyourmusic to get 41% discount. Mind Your Music - theme Dead Dog Beach by Magnetic North CreationsGet the book - Dead Dog Beach - 'a brilliant comedic thriller where Glasgow Gangland, The Mafia and rock bands slug it out'click the link below. https://www.paulmurdoch.co.uk/dead-dog-beach

This episode features Phil Cunningham, accordionist extraordinaire and multi-instrumentalist. He joined the band Silly Wizard at 16 and went on to play with people like Aly Bain and Mark Knopfler. This episode was recorded on Remembrance Day. Playlist for this episode1. The Flowers of the Forest - Queen’s Royal Pipers2. Remembrance Day - Mark Knopfler3. Erin Go Bragh - Dick Gaughan 4. Mill Worker - James Taylor5. Sophie’s Lullaby - Aly Bain and Phil Cunningham6. Transatlantic - Set Us Free7. Crucan Na Bpaiste - Karen Matheson8. So Far From the Clyde - Mark KnopflerPlaylist link https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2mJbacfGur8QUsalmC5Qlv?si=isojIFvlSqOu71P7vX1osg&pi=Ze3dVdHmQFWBEPhil Cunningham Christmas Songbook Tour https://philcunningham.com/liv...www.cosyearth.comOur promo code: mindyourmusicMind Your Music - theme Dead Dog Beach by Magnetic North CreationsGet the book - Dead Dog Beach - 'a brilliant comedic thriller where Glasgow Gangland, The Mafia and rock bands slug it out'click the link below. https://www.paulmurdoch.co.uk/dead-dog-beach

We chat to Jeff about the War of the Worlds Immersive Experience in London, his work with Catherine Zeta Jones and long standing bass player, Herbie Flowers. He discusses AI and the music scene and finally his prowess at tennis. Episode Playlist. 1. I’m Deranged - David Bowie2. Mars the Bringer of War - Gustav Holst3. Trade Winds - Maggie Bell4. The Artillery Man and the Fighting Machine5. You Can’t be True Dear - Vera Lynnhttps://open.spotify.com/playl...Jeff Wayne https://www.thewaroftheworlds....www.cosyearth.comOur promo code: mindyourmusicMind Your Music - theme Dead Dog Beach by Magnetic North CreationsGet the book - Dead Dog Beach - 'a brilliant comedic thriller where Glasgow Gangland, The Mafia and rock bands slug it out'click the link below. https://www.paulmurdoch.co.uk/dead-dog-beach

This episode features Jeff Wayne, the producer and composer of The War of the Worlds. He has had many other strings to his bow over the years so we discuss collaborations with David Essex and Catherine Zeeta Jones. He also tells us how he managed to get Richard Burton on board in the 70’s. Playlist for this episode1. Forever Autumn2. Red Weed3. Gonna make you a Star4. Highway Star5. Walk on the Wild Side6. Luck be a Lady7. You can Call me Al8. God only KnowsPlaylist link https://open.spotify.com/playl...Jeff Wayne https://www.thewaroftheworlds....www.cosyearth.comOur promo code: mindyourmusicMind Your Music - theme Dead Dog Beach by Magnetic North CreationsGet the book - Dead Dog Beach - 'a brilliant comedic thriller where Glasgow Gangland, The Mafia and rock bands slug it out'Click the link below. https://www.paulmurdoch.co.uk/dead-dog-beach

This episode features Ann Currie, a hypnotherapist and mindfulness expert. We chat to her about her work where she uses music and vibration to help people with various problems. She also picks a few tracks and explains why they are important to her.Playlist for this episodeHelplessly Hoping - Crosby, Stills and NashWhat Life Brings- Stephen WilsonIt’s Late - QueenWaves - The Michael Ford ProjectI Want to Hold Your Hand - The BeatlesThe Right Moment - Gerry RaffertyMy Way - Frank SinatraPuff The Magic Dragon - Peter, Paul and MaryPlaylist link https://spotify.link/2U7aryeQXXbAnn Currie https://www.anncurriecoaching.comwww.cosyearth.comOur promo code: mindyourmusicMind Your Music - theme Dead Dog Beach by Magnetic North CreationsGet the book - Dead Dog Beach - 'a brilliant comedic thriller where Glasgow Gangland, The Mafia and rock bands slug it out'click the link below. https://www.paulmurdoch.co.uk/dead-dog-beach

This episode features Irmi Wolvin from Austria. A cellist and songwriter, we chat about her own songs and about Mozart, the man who inspires her. She tells us about her love of Scotland and about playing with Rod Stewart. She also talks about her journey in music and her big debut - playing lead cello in Evita. Playlist for this episode1. Something to Talk About - Bonnie Raitt2. You Must Love Me - Madonna3. Breathe - Roger Waters4. I Want to See the Bright Lights Tonight - Richard & Linda Thompson5. St Matthew Passion Pt 1 No 8 - Sebastian Bach - The Choir of Kings College Playlist link https://spotify.link/QqU19AyDX...Irmi Wolvin’s tracksHeavely Spell and Breaking the Wavescan be heard here https://youtube.com/@irmiwolvin?si=zKVL4zcd1neJXkZfMind Your Music - theme Dead Dog Beach by Magnetic North CreationsGet the book - Dead Dog Beach - 'a brilliant comedic thriller where Glasgow Gangland, The Mafia and rock bands slug it out'click the link below. https://www.paulmurdoch.co.uk/dead-dog-beach

This, our first episode, features Gavin Sutherland from The Sutherland Brothers who had hits with Sailing and Arms of Mary. Gavin chats about his songs and how  Rod Stewart ended up recording Sailing. He also tells us how a he and his brother, Ian, undertook a pilgrimage to find Paul McCartney. Playlist for this episode1. Wild Theme - Mark Knopfler2. Arms of Mary - The Sutherland Brothers and Quiver 3. Sailing - Vera Lynn4. Cause We’ve Ended as Lovers - Jeff BeckPlaylist link https://spotify.link/H5SNFCy6V...Gavin Sutherland Bandcamp link https://gavinsutherland.bandca...Mind Your Music - theme Dead Dog Beach by Magnetic North CreationsGet the book - Dead Dog Beach - 'a brilliant comedic thriller where Glasgow Gangland, The Mafia and rock bands slug it out'       click the link below. https://www.paulmurdoch.co.uk/dead-dog-beach