Running Away To The Circus
Dave Smith speaks to people about their lives in the creative arts; discussing their influences, experiences, and the highs and lows of their chosen career.
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Episodes
Sunday May 09, 2021
Sunday May 09, 2021
Dave Smith chats to James Hunter; a singer, songwriter and musician and artist. He has been described by Mojo Magazine as the UK's greatest soul singer.
In 2006 he was nominated for a Grammy Award for his album, People Gonna Talk.
We discuss joining the resistance, the art of songwriting, whether working in the arts is a 'real job,' and the importance of an encouraging word.
Website: jameshuntermusic.com
Instagram: jameshuntersix
Facebook: The James Hunter Six
Monday Apr 12, 2021
Monday Apr 12, 2021
Dave Smith chats to Giles Paley-Phillips, about looking after yourself and others, being kind, and the relentless hustle of being self-employed in the creative arts.
Monday Apr 05, 2021
Monday Apr 05, 2021
Dave Smith chats with Martin Newell.
Martin is a successful musician, poet, songwriter, and columnist, and had made it work largely on his own. He has been described as the 'godfather of lo-fi.'
We talk about the basics of foreign languages when touring, others not really 'getting' you, and getting in the 10,000 hours.
Wednesday Mar 24, 2021
Wednesday Mar 24, 2021
Dave Smith chats with comedian Dan Evans, about why anyone in their right mind would want to do stand-up comedy for a living, faking it at interviews, and the thrills and spills of working in 'the arts.'