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Time For Heroes

Time For Heroes is an interview based podcast with Musicians, Writers, Actors etc speaking about their careers and who they consider to have influenced them. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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01:01:59

Carl Alty (Joanna)

Time For Heroes ·

2025/11/19

This week on Time For Heroes, I sat down with Carl Alty, drummer of cult band Joanna, who are finally unleashing their long‑awaited debut album Hello Flower on 5th December Hello Flower | Joanna —a staggering 35 years after it was first intended. Carl takes us back to the band’s beginnings: the raw energy of their formation, the highs of their early days, and the heartbreak of their sudden split. We dig into the decades that followed—what life looked like away from the spotlight, how unfinished

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00:56:07

Bruce Breakey (Good Health Good Wealth)

Time For Heroes ·

2025/11/10

From East London roots to sold-out rooms, Bruce Breakey of Good Health Good Wealth joins Time For Heroes to unpack the band’s genre-defying rise. We trace their journey from early influences and DIY ethos to commanding festival stages and turning social media into a sonic megaphone.With sharp wit and raw honesty, Bruce reflects on the grind behind the glamour, the creative alchemy that shaped their debut album This Time Next Year We'll Be Millionaires—dropping November 14thProducts – Good Health

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28:35

Amber-May

Time For Heroes ·

2025/10/24

In this episode of Time For Heroes, I sat down with rising star Amber-May, an artist whose voice carries the weight of lived experience and the spark of fearless creativity. From a childhood spent travelling the globe to confronting the shadows of mental health struggles, Amber-May opens up about the journey that shaped her sound and soul.FacebookWe dive into her transformative collaboration with legendary producer Stuart Epps, exploring how mentorship and resilience helped her carve out a space in

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40:37

The Clause

Time For Heroes ·

2025/10/22

This time out I'm joined by Pearce McMenamin of Birmingham’s finest, The Clause, just days before the release of their long-awaited debut album. From schoolmates to stage-shakers, Pearce takes us through the band’s journey—supporting some absolute giants, earning their stripes with This Feeling, and even giving a shoutout to Glasgow’s legendary Brazenhead!We talk tunes, trials, and triumphs, and Pearce lays down his personal heroes in true Time For Heroes style. It’s raw, real, and right on time!📀

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1:09:18

Dave McCabe (The Zutons)

Time For Heroes ·

2025/10/20

In this episode of Time For Heroes, I sat down with Dave McCabe, frontman of The Zutons and one of Liverpool’s most distinctive songwriting voices. Dave takes us on a wild ride through his musical journey, from early band days to penning the iconic track Valerie, later immortalised by Amy Winehouse and Mark Ronson. We dig into the story behind that tune, the whirlwind of success, the hiatus and return and how it felt to feature on a Christmas number one!Fresh from Kyle Falconer’s songwriting camp

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54:58

False Futures

Time For Heroes ·

2025/10/01

In this episode, I sat down with Mathew Conner, frontman of rising indie outfit False Futures, for a deep dive into the journey behind the music. From growing up on the outskirts of Hull, surrounded by grit and quiet ambition, to chasing dreams in the creative chaos of London, Mathew shares the pivotal moments that shaped his sound and spirit.He opens up about the early bands that laid the foundation, the lessons learned along the way, and how those experiences fed into False Futures’ latest

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25:30

Tom Meighan

Time For Heroes ·

2025/09/29

In this electrifying new episode, I spoke with former Kasabian frontman Tom Meighan for a raw and revealing conversation. From the early days with Chris Karloff and the sonic birth of Kasabian, to Tom's troubles and the long road back, Tom opens up like never before.He talks about the backlash he faced, the personal battles that nearly derailed him, and how his powerful comeback single "Would You Mind" marked a turning point—not just musically, but spiritually. We dive deep into his solo journey,

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58:10

Dan Jennings

Time For Heroes ·

2025/09/16

And here's another one!In this episode of Time For Heroes, I sit down with Dan Jennings—a journalist, broadcaster, and now published author—whose career has danced across the airwaves and into the pages of music history.We explore:• Dan’s journey from BBC radio studios to podcasting success with Desperately Seeking Paul, the acclaimed Paul Weller fan podcast• Behind-the-scenes tales from 180+ interviews, culminating in a two-hour conversation with Weller himself• The making of Dancing Through the

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1:07:12

Kris Boyle

Time For Heroes ·

2025/09/16

Welcome back to the podcast!In this episode of Time For Heroes, I sit down with Kris Boyle, a man whose journey spans indie music, streetwear culture, and grassroots activism. From drumming with Scottish band The Twist to founding Dundee Sole, Kris has always marched to the beat of his own convictions.We explore:• Life behind the kit with The Twist and how music shaped his creative drive• The birth of Dundee Sole and the rise of Scotland’s sneaker scene• Why trainers are more than fashion—they’re

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1:42:14

Tom Vek

Time For Heroes ·

2025/09/08

In this electrifying episode, I sit down with genre-defying musician and designer Tom Vek to explore the twists and turns of his unconventional career — from garage beginnings to cult acclaim. Tom opens up about his creative evolution, the six-year silence that led to his surprise album New Symbols, and how his passion for design sparked the creation of Sleevenote, a revolutionary music player built for album lovers.We also dive into his foray into music NFTs, where each track from Newer Symbols

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1:09:56

John Witherspoon

Time For Heroes ·

2025/08/25

Welcome back troops!In this episode,I sit down with Liverpool singer-songwriter John Witherspoon, whose latest single You’re Alright dropped on August 8th You're Alright - John Witherspoon, offering a raw and resonant glimpse into modern melancholy and digital disconnection. With his upcoming album One of Them set to release on October 31st, John opens up about the creative process, the stories behind the songs, and the quiet confidence that’s earned him a place in Liverpool’s rich musical

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1:21:19

Newton Faulkner

Time For Heroes ·

2025/08/18

Welcome back, it's been a while but with festival season and Oasis Live 25 it's been super busy, throw in a laptop change, change of editing software and before you know it weeks have went by but here we are, back with a shiny new episode with the fantastic Newton Faulkner.Back with a new album titled 'Octopus' on September 19th, buy it here: Newton Faulkner Official Store and touring Oct/Nov tickets here: Newton Faulkner Newton has came up with a fresh sound and identity which he feels he's been

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58:32

Charlie McNichol (The Rolling People)

Time For Heroes ·

2025/07/01

Apologies guys, this episode should've been out yesterday but Virgin decided to screw my wifi for a few days, meaning as well as not being able to watch TV or IPlayer on Glasto weekend, I also couldn't upload this chat with Charlie McNichol, frontman of Stockport band, The Rolling People, here it is now!Fresh off the back of tour support with Andrew Cushin and new single release 'Edge Of The Knife@ we spoke about what's coming up and what's went on so far as welllas picking his heroes, here's a link

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1:03:26

Alex Spencer

Time For Heroes ·

2025/06/09

Back again with a fantastic guest, Alex Spencer might be young in years but he is a wise lad as you'll hear in this chat, Since leaving school 2 years ago he has packed so much in making tv appearances on Sky Sports News and BBC as well as embarking on some massive supports as well as 2 headline tours and 2 EP's with his third one, 'Where Do We Go From Here?' being released this Friday 13.06.25. Where Do We Go From Here? Pre-save - Alex SpencerCheck out my chat with Alex and check his links below, i

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2:13:23

Dustin's Bar Mitzvah

Time For Heroes ·

2025/06/05

A wee Friday episode of the podcast with Dave from Dustin's Bar Mitzvah who return this October firstly playing Justine's in Margate on the 17th Dustin's Bar Mitzvah MARGATE 17/10/2025 19:30 Tickets - Eventim before supporting The Paddingtons in London on the 25th, tickets available here Tickets: The Paddingtons, London | Sat, 25 Oct 2025, 19:00 | Ticketmaster UKHailing from Acton in London, Dustin's started outplaying a club night with Special Needs before immersing thereselves fully in the guitar

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1:54:04

Ross Stewart (The Mardous)

Time For Heroes ·

2025/05/26

Hope you all enjoyed the crossover episode last week with RGM and Fantastival, deffo something we'll be doing again, be sure to check out both podcasts back catalogues if you like Time For Heroes!Anyway back again with another awesome guest and this time it's Ross Stewart of The Mardous, i fantastic story, filled with sliding doors moments, The Mardous were there right at the heart of the mid noughties scene with The Libertines, The Paddingtons, The Cribs and The Others to name a few, signed to

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1:01:19

Time For Heroes x RGM x Fantastival

Time For Heroes ·

2025/05/17

Something a bit different today, I hooked up with two of the finest podcasts around, Carl Maloney of the fantastic RGM Podcast, Stevie Nussbaum of the equally amazing Fantastival Podcast and myself sat down for a natter on why we do what we do, the highs and the lows and everything in between, both boys are doing terrific things in terms of promoting both grassroots and established acts and that is why i admire them so much!If you like Time For Heroes, i guarantee you will like both these podcasts

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1:52:33

Ryan McPhail

Time For Heroes ·

2025/04/21

Last one of a five episode Easter extravaganza and its a cracker with Ryan McPhail, responsible for a lot of the artwork on the first two albums by The View, Ryan has plenty of tales of being around the band in the early days as well as Peter Doherty, Film sets and London terror attacks, Ryan is looking at putting on an exhibition of his work later in the year so click his links to stay in touch.Enjoy troops, its a belter xInstagramRyan The Painter – Ryan The PainterRyan McPhail - IMDbAnd you can

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43:22

Florentenes

Time For Heroes ·

2025/04/20

Here's another episode to enjoy with your eggs, this time with Florentenes.Despite their youthful exterior, this is a band with incredible maturity, humility and passion, all aspects that have clearly perked up a lot of ears since the band arrived on the scene late 2023, after debut single 'Gone', the band then released '14:17' EP recorded at Rockfield Studios and produced by the renowned Dave Eringa (Manic Street Preachers, Idlewild, Sound Of Guns etc) and are in the process of releasing tracks

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55:21

Vida

Time For Heroes ·

2025/04/19

Vida are back, like a pheonix from the flames, Alloa's finest returned in 2023 with new single 'Different Storm' which I reviewed at th e time, since then they've went on to support Andrew Cushin, The Inspiral Carpets and most recently The Lathums, we spoke about all this plus their new single 'All My Life' was released on Wednesday check it out on all streaming platforms but first here all the chat from Jamie, Nate & Evan about the bands early career, hiatus and resurrection (fitting at this

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