In this episode of Mixtape of My Life, I interview singer-songwriter William Bishop, who shares insights into his musical journey, influences, and the evolution of his music. From his classical training to exploring various genres, Bishop discusses how travel and cultural experiences have shaped his songwriting. He also reflects on his favorite songs and artists, including Bob Dylan and Leonard Cohen, and emphasizes the importance of expressing genuine emotions through music.

His song selection is as follows;

Bob Dylan- Like A Rolling Stone

https://open.spotify.com/track/5Y8sV4VAdlDKlBJeYF401Y?si=9ecb112006714346

Leonard Cohen-Take This Waltz

https://open.spotify.com/track/08VXmUIkjhXkOOv1EtAeji?si=ee847382c45c4d44

Dire Straits- Romeo & Juliet

https://open.spotify.com/track/0PNt5WTw092eED0ru9SuIp?si=e65881dcd3714542

Johnny Cash-Give My Love To Rose

https://open.spotify.com/track/3Prk96Esj2yy7RHfseIWOG?si=a03856fef9fe4ad3

Meatloaf- Everything Louder Than Everything Else

https://open.spotify.com/track/13eUUBaOxzA1Xpw6LZZS96?si=c10c5c85574c4916

You can follow William Bishop on Spotify using the following link:https://open.spotify.com/artist/1kZEr9lsH0f57fqofUiiUN?si=9zEK2azPSIWkTEAe13y6YQ

In this episode, listen to Ishtiaq, a singer/songwriter based in Melbourne, Australia, talk about how Akon's music stirred up a passion for music while growing up in Pakistan. He also shares his experience navigating cultural taboos around music in Pakistan and the backstory behind his single 'Golden Light'. Ishtiaq is also a music producer and has worked on fascinating projects with clients such as the BBC.

Visit https://Ish7iaq.com and https://Instagram.com/@ish7iaq to learn more about his music and body of work.

His song selection is listed below:

Akon-Right Now

https://open.spotify.com/track/5Ravsw8TmHN5wBiYPPYUFw?si=6d39479ccc5d4d71

Enrique Iglesias

https://open.spotify.com/track/1PAgmT6YqGhd6zT9kN9gIo?si=e17b2161cf274255

Eminem- Not Afraid

https://open.spotify.com/track/7Ie9W94M7OjPoZVV216Xus?si=01c8d53961bb4ce3

Ish7iaq - Running Out of Love

https://open.spotify.com/track/0KfLOSQJN5MfrINbU2PSY8?si=52eb48aebf034c5e

Ish7iaq - Golden Light

https://open.spotify.com/track/2AnLueflY8QopyWR6eC5rx?si=f10622035e4f4e82

In this episode, listen to Urmi Hossain talk about how Britney Spears' music evokes fond memories of high school and learning the English language. She talks about growing up in Italy, her fascination for American teen culture spurred by her love for the 'groundbreaking' TV series 'Laguna Beach,' and the heartbreaking story behind Giorgia's 'Gooche di Memoria.' Urmi is a self-published author and a finance professional who is a big proponent of women's empowerment and gender equality.

Her song selection is as follows:

Britney Spears - Lucky

https://open.spotify.com/track/2TTYIwTM2iLC1YOyHuhRMt?si=e8dafa0e5ec34901

Hilary Duff - Come Clean

https://open.spotify.com/track/2TTYIwTM2iLC1YOyHuhRMt?si=cb635e2751d94bea

Giorgia - Gooce di Memoria

https://open.spotify.com/track/1qGUCfrYav01b8sokQsL3T?si=a1b068ecaade4759

Several Artists -Bole Chudiyan

https://open.spotify.com/track/1uzkWkIaWaxzHJgJ4Fy5rO?si=0c7af17ccc214904

Avril Lavigne - I'm with you

https://open.spotify.com/track/1jlG3KJ3gdYmhfuySFfpO1?si=ff7183728eca47f8

Urmi’s linkdn URL is posted below, as well as links to her YouTube channel, her book , and if you are interested in volunteer leadership opportunities, a link to the Women In Leadership Foundation program:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/urmihossain/

https://www.instagram.com/wil_victoriachapter/

https://www.youtube.com/@urmihossain