🎙️ WHEN SIMON MET… | VICTORIOUS FESTIVAL SPECIAL 🎪For the final festival of the year we headed to Victorious catching up with two brilliant artist we love — The Lottery Winners and Ines Rae!

🎸 THE LOTTERY WINNERS We chat about being on the road with Robbie Williams, when are we getting a new album and who maybe on it, plus when we're likely to get a headline tour.

🎤 INES RAE We also spoke with rising star Ines Rae to talk music, performing, her journey so far and what it means to be an artist in a social media world.

📍 Recorded at Victorious Festival, Portsmouth

I truly believe this is the start of something incredibly special. What Lø Spirit and Ekoh have created with Ninth Key is unique — it feels nostalgic, but at the same time, completely fresh and new.

Ninth Key are bringing their own take on the nu metal sound, blending the spirit of the early 2000s with something that feels genuinely relevant today.

This is just the beginning, and I can't wait to see where they take it next.

Get an exclusive look behind the scenes with The Samurai Seven as they share their journey, creative process, inspirations, and what's next.In this interview, we discuss:Why they've decided to return now after 25 years of being awayChallenges they've faced along the wayFuture projects and what's coming next

We're back at 2000 Trees Festival for a special packed with exclusive interviews, festival stories, and plenty of laughs from one of the UK's best independent music festivals.This episode features conversations with:🎤 High Regard🎤 The Xcerts🎤 Frozemode🎤 As Everything UnfoldsWe chat about their festival experiences, new music, life on the road, and what's next for each band, alongside all the chaos and atmosphere that makes 2000 Trees such a special weekend.00:00 – Intro00:41 – High Regard09:00 – The Xcerts18:16 – Frozemode25:05 – As Everything UnfoldsIf you enjoyed the episode, don't forget to:👍 Like💬 Leave a comment with your favourite interview🔔 Subscribe for more artist interviews, festival coverage, and music podcasts.

Step into the world of singer-songwriter Shay O'Dowd, where we explore the stories behind the songs, the creative process, and the experiences that have shaped his musical journey.

From songwriting and performance to the highs and challenges of life as a musician, Shay shares honest insights, memorable moments, and what's next for his music.

Whether you're a long-time fan or discovering Shay O'Dowd for the first time, this conversation offers a fascinating look behind the music and the artist.

The Meffs join us for an interview to discuss punk rock, politics in music, songwriting, DIY culture, finding their own sound, dream collaborations, and what the future holds for one of the UK's most exciting punk bands.

The Meffs talk about using music as a platform for political expression, the importance of authenticity in modern punk, how they developed their distinctive style, and the artists they'd love to collaborate with. We also dive into touring, the UK punk scene and influences.

Whether you're a long-time fan of The Meffs, love British punk rock, or enjoy artist interviews that explore music beyond the surface, this conversation offers an honest look at life in a band that's making waves across the alternative music scene.

In this episode of When Simon Met..., Simon sits down with comedian Sunjai Arif to talk about his brand-new show, Dungeons & Dragons. They discuss the inspiration behind the show, the art of storytelling in comedy, and how fantasy, adventure, and real-life experiences come together on stage.

Expect laughs, behind-the-scenes insights, and a fascinating conversation with one of comedy's rising talents.

Join us for an in-depth conversation with Rick from Embrace as he takes us inside the making of the band’s latest album, Avalanche.

In this interview, Rick discusses the songwriting process behind the record, how the band continues to evolve after more than three decades together, and the themes and stories that shaped Avalanche. We also talk about creativity, longevity, and what keeps Embrace inspired after all these years.

From new music to reflections on the band’s journey, this is a must-watch for Embrace fans old and new.

🎵 Embrace – Avalanche

🎤 Featuring Ricky McNamara

📍 Interview by Simon Wilson

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