Sunderland Music City Podcast

BONUS PODCAST Sunderland Music City Radio Launched!

Frankie and Ross discuss the significance and relevance of Sunderland Music City Radio and it's launch this week

Music Education

Frankie and Ross are joined by fellow Music Officer and Musician Marty Longstaff. Marty explains his background and tells the listeners of the existing music education and vocational organisations in the city of Sunderland

Spaces and Places

Frankie Francis and Ross Millard meet to discuss our latest topic and speak about where music is performed. They also hear first hand from Ben Wall who runs Sunderland's longest running independent music venue.

Accessibility and Composition

Ben Lunn is a Composer originally from Sunderland, he regularly travels the world with his work in music. Ben is also a fierce advocate for accessibility within not just the genres he represents and works in but for music in general. He joins Frankie to speak about his journey so far, shares some tips for getting involved and speaks passionately about issues surrounding access.

Life As A Musician

Paul Reed, Regional Organiser North of England for the Musicians' Union, joins Frankie Francis and Ross Millard to talk about life as a musician in 2025. Paul explains how an established informed organisation like the MU can support people in the music industry, whichever route they take.