InTune Initiative: Recent Episodes
InTune Initiative
The InTune podcast aims to promote inclusivity and diversity within the Glasgow and wider Scottish music scenes. Hosted by Miceal, Sam and Erin, the podcast series invites guests onto the platform to discuss issues pertinent to the music industries, our guests, and hosts. Themes such as image & identity, toxic masculinity and intersectionality will be explored with the help of some wonderful musicians and industry professionals.
For episode six - our series finale - we are joined by Glasgow-based artist, DJ and producer TAAHLIAH. Tune in as TAAHLIAH chats to us about the intersectionality of her new EP, the ongoing struggle for marginalised groups to be recognised in music scenes, and the need to create safe queer spaces for people within electronic music venues and festivals.
For episode five we are joined by Ruby Gaines - the creative project of Glasgow-based singer-songwriter Megan Airlie. Tune in as Ruby chats to us about her journey into becoming Ruby Gaines and the influences behind her sound, the liberty of creating a musical identity, and the reality of the mental health crisis within the music industries.
For episode four we are joined by Kenyan Afro-Fusion singer-songwriter Marianne Mandy. Tune in as Marianne speaks about the need for transnational collaboration from her experience of the Scottish music scenes, diversifying your musical scopes, and how education has the power to promote inclusivity.
For episode three we are joined by co-founder of Detour Scotland, David Weaver. Tune in for a discussion surrounding men's mental health in relation to the music industry, as Weaver chats to us about burnout, the reality of touring, and toxic masculinity in the industry before offering some self-care tips for your mental health.
For episode two we are joined by soul singer-songwriter and founder of Riot Queen Records, Melisa Kelly. Tune in as Melisa talks about starting her own record label focused on raising the voices of the underrepresented, navigating an industry dominated by image, and making music inspired by the Scottish Witch Trials!
For our first episode we speak with Queens of Noise co-founder Hannah Campbell. Tune in for a discussion surrounding accessibility in the Scottish music industry, how to cope with competition as a young professional, recognising your worth and the importance of supporting other women in your field!