Welcome to Music Fishbowl - Music chatter for all! Dan is back with a one-off episode during his short hiatus at the start of 2026, bringing with him another incredible guest... Elles Bailey!

Elles Bailey is recognised globally as a rootsy Americana blues rock artist and she has been going from strength to strength since the mid-2010s. The Bristol born singer-songwriter has become known for her incredible raspy vocals. 2024 album astounded critics and reached number twelve in the UK album charts. Dan caught up with Elles after she had finished recording her new record, Can't Take My Story Away, as everyone anticipates it's release in January - which was last Friday! Dan chats to Elles about her career up until now, her dedication to live performing and the themes behind the new record. This is not one to miss!

Photo credit: @blackhamimages - thank you!

Listen to Elles Bailey on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4NPMwh3kDwi6uVCNtmeUvU?si=583SRPyNQnqFCR817A0ZPA

Follow Elles Bailey on Instagram amd Tik Tok: @ellesbailey

Watch Elles Bailey on YouTube: https://m.youtube.com/channel/UC5_0JHwbrDxdqaGvT_qdRpw?fbclid=PAT01DUANEdvNleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABp_9DlXYi8gg0Mq4I_gctnyyXif3QcyIJnDTJwhrb6eOIrOzZ94ymh4tsSSBm_aem_e705phP7IA90Efcc_t3Asw

Visit Elles Bailey's website: https://www.ellesbailey.com/

Buy some Can't take My Story Away merch: https://ellesbailey.tmstor.es/?fbclid=PAT01DUANEd3RleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABp6BrObomtX0AptktYaILXrUXFNOkbnLQpkDqgcipCsrEOgP2dVBENjP7zEGX_aem_M8YPJghPIH0mrXIHT8M-JQ

Dan would like to thank Elles Bailey for being such a great guest. Her time was kindly given and Dan really appreciates that. If you would like to be a guest on Music Fishbowl, contact Dan on Instagram ( @musicfishbowl ) or email him ( musicfishbowl123@gmail.com ). Whether you are a musician, someone who works in the industry, you have a vinyl account or you are just a music fan who wants to talk about their favourite music - all are welcome!

Dan would like to thank all the listeners of Music Fishbowl. Your time, kindness and sharing really does help keep the podcast running!

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Watch Music Fishbowl on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@musicfishbowl?si=mCQpPHbaBUWheQz9

Listen to the podcasts playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2BoSFLQSShT9aGn7aR33KS?si=qIkKzzvrSfCiNQXk-_KHTQ

Read the podcasts blog: https://musicfishbowlreviews.wordpress.com/

Check out the magazine I review for, Northern Exposure Magazine, here: https://northernexposuremagazine.co.uk/

Listen to my radio show on Islington Radio: https://www.mixcloud.com/IslingtonRadio/the-americana-fishbowl-w-dan-wicks-debut-show-672025/

Welcome to Music Fishbowl - Music chatter for all! Dan is back, with another great episode for you today. This week's super guest, X-IT.

X-IT is an incredible hip-hop artist who hails from Bedford, United Kingdom. He is experienced in the music game, with over 15 years of releasing music under his belt. Much of his music features brilliant collaborations and X-IT is also known well on the live scene. His latest album, The Evening Cool Down is an absolute triumph. Dan speaks to him about his musical upbringing, songwriting abilities and about the importance of collaborations. This is certainly not one to miss!

Listen to X-IT on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3PCZwSfWiw00tQCERRsT01?si=5F084b_gTYi5_loTBQp4MA

Follow X-IT on instagram: @xit_official

Watch X-IT on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ztzZo2ZbgY

Visit X-IT's other links: https://linktr.ee/XITLOUDLOUD?fbclid=PAQ0xDSwLIe2tleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABpzRpW6djaWvTw7WkjRYnctOh2q-SoFl8oe0qk4u6bKuITGhp4vuny7QfZPhf_aem_MzMLHHdUiQoPBiESV05ypg

Dan would like to thank X-IT for being such a great guest. His time was kindly given and Dan really appreciates that. If you would like to be a guest on Music Fishbowl, contact Dan on Instagram ( @musicfishbowl ) or email him ( musicfishbowl123@gmail.com ). Whether you are a musician, someone who works in the industry, you have a vinyl account or you are just a music fan who wants to talk about their favourite music - all are welcome!

Dan would like to thank all the listeners of Music Fishbowl. Your time, kindness and sharing really does help keep the podcast running!

Follow Dan on Instagram: @musicfishbowl

Watch Music Fishbowl on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@musicfishbowl?si=mCQpPHbaBUWheQz9

Listen to the podcasts playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2BoSFLQSShT9aGn7aR33KS?si=qIkKzzvrSfCiNQXk-_KHTQ

Read the podcasts blog: https://musicfishbowlreviews.wordpress.com/

Check out the magazine Dan reviews for, Northern Exposure Magazine, here: https://northernexposuremagazine.co.uk/

Listen to Dan's radio show on Islington Radio: https://www.mixcloud.com/IslingtonRadio/

Welcome to Music Fishbowl - Music chatter for all! Dan is back with another episode and another special guest alongside him. This week's guest is Gabriel Minnikin!

Gabriel Minnikin is a staple of the Camadian Americana and Maritime music scene. He has multiple albums under his belt, all of which are superb. Gabriel is known for his rustic and warm tones, along with his incredible lyrics. Dan speaks to Gabriel about his music, upbringing and delves deep into the songwriting. This is a good one!

Listen to Gabriel Minnikin on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2nYdU1tOZ014m7cBU8SZkA?si=suPtrSvbSeOQcdmGW7pl6g

Follow Gabriel Minnikin on Instagram: @gabrielminnikinmusic

Visit Gabriel Minnikin's BandCamp: https://gabrielminnikinhfx.bandcamp.com/album/anne-lorraine?fbclid=PAQ0xDSwLiDcFleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABpzuHsziw05GmEP1j72nKvIvSLznEde5DyGtbAZKoTLbXdUyP1G9yjAxln-RY_aem_nozHB8sR2vzS8R2Z0iztQg

Dan would like to thank Gabriel Minnikin for being such a great guest. His time was kindly given and Dan really appreciates that. If you would like to be a guest on Music Fishbowl, contact Dan on Instagram ( @musicfishbowl ) or email him ( musicfishbowl123@gmail.com ). Whether you are a musician, someone who works in the industry, you have a vinyl account or you are just a music fan who wants to talk about their favourite music - all are welcome!

Dan would like to thank all the listeners of Music Fishbowl. Your time, kindness and sharing really does help keep the podcast running!

Follow Dan on Instagram: @musicfishbowl

Watch Music Fishbowl on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@musicfishbowl?si=mCQpPHbaBUWheQz9

Listen to the podcasts playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2BoSFLQSShT9aGn7aR33KS?si=qIkKzzvrSfCiNQXk-_KHTQ

Read the podcasts blog: https://musicfishbowlreviews.wordpress.com/

Check out the magazine Dan reviews for, Northern Exposure Magazine, here: https://northernexposuremagazine.co.uk/

Listen to Dan's radio show on Islington Radio: https://www.mixcloud.com/IslingtonRadio/

IT'S CHRISTMAAAAAAAS!

Welcome to Music Fishbowl - Music chatter for all! Its the Christmas Special episode of your favourite music podcast! One of the most anticipated episodes of the year, it's time for the Music Fishbowl dissection of 2025 in Music. This year, Dan is joined by a wonderful returning guest, PIEN!

PIEN has had an incredible and transformative year. Always genre-bending, 2025 has seen PIEN transition into the UK Americana scene further and further. She has prolifically released music this year, with the crowning achievement being her incredible EP called According To Plan! She has also become a staple on the London gigging circuit and has ventured even further out across the country this year. Dan and PIEN review their musical achievements in 2025, discuss the top music news from the year and reveal their top five albums released during the previous twelve months! This is a big one, not to be missed...

Listen to PIEN on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0M3W0VPiLEjryaAfMEoP8z?si=84FFcgYjT56D8tYKxdqtbg

Follow PIEN on Instagram: @pienmusic3

Watch PIEN on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@pienmusic?si=KtvJSw4nFCDjOpKF

Listen to PIEN on Soundcloud:

https://on.soundcloud.com/FcP7s

Visit PIEN's website: https://www.pienmusic.com/

Check out PIEN's other links: https://linktr.ee/pienmusic?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaabxtZ1t7AJGZw4XO0U9COctkYaFuJ7chq-lGmxHls-fj35oS83Olez6-Y_aem_2CspcgQR8Ou-Rf5KvuhLsQ

Dan would like to thank PIEN for being such a great guest. Her time was kindly given and Dan really appreciates that. If you would like to be a guest on Music Fishbowl, contact Dan on Instagram ( @musicfishbowl ) or email him ( musicfishbowl123@gmail.com ). Whether you are a musician, someone who works in the industry, you have a vinyl account or you are just a music fan who wants to talk about their favourite music - all are welcome!

Dan would like to thank all the listeners of Music Fishbowl. Your time, kindness and sharing really does help keep the podcast running!

Follow Dan on Instagram: @musicfishbowl

Watch Music Fishbowl on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@musicfishbowl?si=mCQpPHbaBUWheQz9

Listen to the podcasts playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2BoSFLQSShT9aGn7aR33KS?si=qIkKzzvrSfCiNQXk-_KHTQ

Read the podcasts blog: https://musicfishbowlreviews.wordpress.com/

Check out the magazine I review for, Northern Exposure Magazine, here: https://northernexposuremagazine.co.uk/

Listen to my radio show on Islington Radio: https://www.mixcloud.com/IslingtonRadio/the-americana-fishbowl-w-dan-wicks-debut-show-672025/

Welcome to Music Fishbowl - Music chatter for all! Dan returns to your airwaves again with another brilliant episode for you. As always, there is an equally brilliant special guest. This week's guest is the great Kat Button!

Kat Button is an artist who has a statement to make. After going through a long personal life journey, Kat has decided that it is time to release music, sharing her story to the world. Her music chronically her way through mental health recovery, with the hope to inspire and help. Dan speaks to Kat about her journey, the trials and test - plus they also discuss the music too. This is a special one to not be missed!

Listen to Kat Button on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0m85NeX9HNMNiviAp0fe0b?si=qvS2ST7zSmyIGuds3bU7OQ

Follow Kay Button on Instagram: @katbutton_songwriter

Follow Kat Button on Tik Tok: kat.button.songwri

Check out Kat Button's other links: https://linktr.ee/katbutton_songwriter?fbclid=PAQ0xDSwLfJ7FleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABp1GA3xAKiHuJWDUb_yz6RJo8-qKL9pyrr74_PGC72VMDPT0T_5E1-c6TcT21_aem_mgCpkxAcWbErvvWvkQibGg

Dan would like to thank Kat Button for being such a great guest. Her time was kindly given and Dan really appreciates that. If you would like to be a guest on Music Fishbowl, contact Dan on Instagram ( @musicfishbowl ) or email him ( musicfishbowl123@gmail.com ). Whether you are a musician, someone who works in the industry, you have a vinyl account or you are just a music fan who wants to talk about their favourite music - all are welcome!

Dan would like to thank all the listeners of Music Fishbowl. Your time, kindness and sharing really does help keep the podcast running!

Follow Dan on Instagram: @musicfishbowl

Watch Music Fishbowl on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@musicfishbowl?si=mCQpPHbaBUWheQz9

Listen to the podcasts playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2BoSFLQSShT9aGn7aR33KS?si=qIkKzzvrSfCiNQXk-_KHTQ

Read the podcasts blog: https://musicfishbowlreviews.wordpress.com/

Check out the magazine Dan reviews for, Northern Exposure Magazine, here: https://northernexposuremagazine.co.uk/

Listen to Dan's radio show on Islington Radio: https://www.mixcloud.com/IslingtonRadio/

Welcome to Music Fishbowl - Music chatter for all! Dan is back with another stellar episode for you. This week's guest is a returning guest, the wonderful Miss Daisy!

Miss Daisy is a wonderful pop/rock singer-songwriter from Sweden. Last time Dan spoke to her, her single, Leap Of Faith, had just been released. Since then, she has released her Thunder EP and more. Dan speaks to Miss Daisy more about these new projects and what is to come next!

Listen to Miss Daisy on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/44HkB5DpZEzPXXSu2fE2qq?si=vFD209XsSouYHM1rRAIFlA

Follow Miss Daisy on Instagram: @missdaisy_sweden

Follow Miss Daisy on Til Tok: @missdaisyse

Watch Miss Daisy on YouTube: https://m.youtube.com/@missdaisyse?fbclid=PAY2xjawIn-L9leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABpjOpCWp__HExZvtSF3HUIPtb1MyHt8vfkBYmMG43s_SBW3EngTL10kSxGg_aem_XVGVp2ZtI8tpw27B2AkE_A

Dan would like to thank Miss Daisy for being such a great guest. Her time was kindly given and Dan really appreciates that. If you would like to be a guest on Music Fishbowl, contact Dan on Instagram ( @musicfishbowl ) or email him ( musicfishbowl123@gmail.com ). Whether you are a musician, someone who works in the industry, you have a vinyl account or you are just a music fan who wants to talk about their favourite music - all are welcome!

Dan would like to thank all the listeners of Music Fishbowl. Your time, kindness and sharing really does help keep the podcast running!

Follow Dan on Instagram: @musicfishbowl

Watch Music Fishbowl on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@musicfishbowl?si=mCQpPHbaBUWheQz9

Listen to the podcasts playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2BoSFLQSShT9aGn7aR33KS?si=qIkKzzvrSfCiNQXk-_KHTQ

Read the podcasts blog: https://musicfishbowlreviews.wordpress.com/

Check out the magazine Dan reviews for, Northern Exposure Magazine, here: https://northernexposuremagazine.co.uk/

Listen to Dan's radio show on Islington Radio: https://www.mixcloud.com/IslingtonRadio/

Welcome to Music Fishbowl - Music chatter for all! Dan is back with a stellar episode for you today. As always, there is an extra special guest and today's guests is no exception - it's Michele Stodart.

Michele Stodart is a fantastic musician and artist. Many will know her as a member of The Magic Numbers, a very successful alternative rock band from the 21st century. However, Michele also has some incredible solo work out there that shows her versatility to cross between genres and showcases her beautiful songwriting. Dan speaks to Michele about The Magic Numbers, her solo work and what life was like at the top of the music industry in the 2000s. This is definitely not one to miss.

Photo credit: @poetcurious (Instagram) - thank you!

Listen to Michele Stodart on Spotify: https://spotify.link/J0wiWgMjuXb

Listen to The Magic Numbers on Spotify: https://spotify.link/cFyco1NjuXb

Follow Michele Stodart on Instagram: @michelestodartofficial

Visit Michele Stodart's website: https://www.michelestodart.com/?fbclid=PAT01DUANckcNleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABp--SXobA8AEf1NKOKLyvr2MwWZl5ZRNJKHdXeoq2JdcwITIR7qA0Y8RwqrzJ_aem_gUUr0UY2E6giQ1p4BVGW4g

Visit Michele Stodart's other links: https://linktr.ee/MicheleStodart?fbclid=PAb21jcANckdlleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABp4RJq7OMuyfrCLN0mUTNTyD_26Nr0mxDKTU5Xe3OJmNp2AbrA2yCm0v-Esx7_aem_Zemu8sMzCwwlN9pswgYxpA

Dan would like to thank Michele for being such a great guest. Her time was kindly given and Dan really appreciates that. If you would like to be a guest on Music Fishbowl, contact Dan on Instagram ( @musicfishbowl ) or email him ( musicfishbowl123@gmail.com ). Whether you are a musician, someone who works in the industry, you have a vinyl account or you are just a music fan who wants to talk about their favourite music - all are welcome!

Dan would like to thank all the listeners of Music Fishbowl. Your time, kindness and sharing really does help keep the podcast running!

Follow Dan on Instagram: @musicfishbowl

Watch Music Fishbowl on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@musicfishbowl?si=mCQpPHbaBUWheQz9

Listen to the podcasts playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2BoSFLQSShT9aGn7aR33KS?si=qIkKzzvrSfCiNQXk-_KHTQ

Read the podcasts blog: https://musicfishbowlreviews.wordpress.com/

Check out the magazine Dan reviews for, Northern Exposure Magazine, here: https://northernexposuremagazine.co.uk/

Listen to Dan's radio show on Islington Radio: https://www.mixcloud.com/IslingtonRadio/

Welcome to Music Fishbowl - Music chatter for all! Dan returns with another amazing episode for you. It would not be complete without his guest. This week, it's Eddy Smith from Eddy Smith and The 507!

Eddy Smith is an artist who is racking up some great numbers on streaming services. Backed by his multinational band, The 507, Eddy is known for his blending of multiple genres together make his unique brand of Americana. His album, Right Up 'til Now, is available to listen to now and it is incredible. Dan speaks to Eddy about his music, live performances and influences. This is a good one!

Listen to Eddy Smith and The 507 on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7HoFIF1l1gyI5VdfxJkwh8?si=xk7VlESiQraQDnbX0ze40g

Follow Eddy Smith on Instagram: @eddysmithmusic

Visit Eddy Smith's website: https://www.eddysmithmusic.com/

Visit Eddy Smith's BandCamp: https://eddysmithmusic.bandcamp.com/?fbclid=PAQ0xDSwLt7tRleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABp0EyrONnUwaKrx3Vro3gIoyLrPXDenPSbofaPDRhH1Tt28AFYCy7KFZpFOak_aem_vUHM6riz0TD-ArlckPGx8w

Dan would like to thank Eddy Smith for being such a great guest. His time was kindly given and Dan really appreciates that. If you would like to be a guest on Music Fishbowl, contact Dan on Instagram ( @musicfishbowl ) or email him ( musicfishbowl123@gmail.com ). Whether you are a musician, someone who works in the industry, you have a vinyl account or you are just a music fan who wants to talk about their favourite music - all are welcome!

Dan would like to thank all the listeners of Music Fishbowl. Your time, kindness and sharing really does help keep the podcast running!

Follow Dan on Instagram: @musicfishbowl

Watch Music Fishbowl on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@musicfishbowl?si=mCQpPHbaBUWheQz9

Listen to the podcasts playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2BoSFLQSShT9aGn7aR33KS?si=qIkKzzvrSfCiNQXk-_KHTQ

Read the podcasts blog: https://musicfishbowlreviews.wordpress.com/

Check out the magazine Dan reviews for, Northern Exposure Magazine, here: https://northernexposuremagazine.co.uk/

Listen to Dan's radio show on Islington Radio: https://www.mixcloud.com/IslingtonRadio/