This is Talk about music. I’m STEVE SAHL-TAYLOR and in this latest episode I’ll be speaking to West End singer Alice Ellen Wright.

Alice talks about her time studying at the Brit school, her big break in Les Miserable in the West End and her many other roles including a recent gig duetting with Steve Coogan as Alan Partridge. Lets get started on TALK ABOUT MUSIC.

Steve Sahl-Taylor has nearly 40 years experience as a musician, singer and songwriter. He started singing in bands in South Wales when he was 16 before taking long term residencies in Spain and Croatia. On returning to the UK he moved to Devon in South West England. Here he started writing songs for his first album. The album Hello World was signed to US label ACM Records and was released in 2006.

He continued touring throughout Europe with 12 tours to Scandinavia and many gigs in London and South East England.

He still writes songs, does the occasional gig and is a music teacher. He is based in London.
For more information contact: hello@talkaboutmusic.co.uk

In this latest podcast Steve talks to London based singer-songwriter and producer Jewelia. Her music has 1.9 million YouTube views and 1.3 million Spotify streams. She has two albums to her name, first album CITY OF MY MIND and her new album LITTLE WINS a collection of catchy synth pop. It’s released on the label Pretty Decent Music. Originally from Bucharest in Romania Jewelia tells us about her journey from studying law in her native country to moving to London and writing and producing two albums.
She tells us how she writes her songs and about her future music plans.

Steve Sahl-Taylor has nearly 40 years experience as a musician, singer and songwriter. He started singing in bands in South Wales when he was 16 before taking long term residencies in Spain and Croatia. On returning to the UK he moved to Devon in South West England. Here he started writing songs for his first album. The album Hello World was signed to US label ACM Records and was released in 2006.

He continued touring throughout Europe with 12 tours to Scandinavia and many gigs in London and South East England.

He still writes songs, does the occasional gig and is a music teacher. He is based in London.
For more information contact: hello@talkaboutmusic.co.uk

In this episode Steve talks to piano player and musical director Jason Thompson. Jason has worked with some of the biggest names in the business for over 40 years. He talks about his experience and shares some insight into his musical journey. He tells some great stories about performing at prestigious events around the world including a concert for Richard Branson and the Queens Golden Jubilee. He also plays some of his favourite pieces, showcasing his amazing talents.

Steve Sahl-Taylor has nearly 40 years experience as a musician, singer and songwriter. He started singing in bands in South Wales when he was 16 before taking long term residencies in Spain and Croatia. On returning to the UK he moved to Devon in South West England. Here he started writing songs for his first album. The album Hello World was signed to US label ACM Records and was released in 2006.

He continued touring throughout Europe with 12 tours to Scandinavia and many gigs in London and South East England.

He still writes songs, does the occasional gig and is a music teacher. He is based in London.
For more information contact: hello@talkaboutmusic.co.uk

In this episode Steve reviews the recently re-released Beatles film Let it Be. Released in May 1970 one month after the band split, it was badly received at the time and was disliked by the band especially John Lennon. 54 years on what is the verdict on this newly restored version?

Steve then takes us through his top 10 Music Films with guest Andy Brown. We've all got our favourites, will yours be on the list!

Steve Sahl-Taylor has nearly 40 years experience as a musician, singer and songwriter. He started singing in bands in South Wales when he was 16 before taking long term residencies in Spain and Croatia. On returning to the UK he moved to Devon in South West England. Here he started writing songs for his first album. The album Hello World was signed to US label ACM Records and was released in 2006.

He continued touring throughout Europe with 12 tours to Scandinavia and many gigs in London and South East England.

He still writes songs, does the occasional gig and is a music teacher. He is based in London.
For more information contact: hello@talkaboutmusic.co.uk

In this latest episode Steve talks to Michelle John. Michelle was a finalist on the Voice UK and is a backing singer to the stars. She has worked with Whitney Houston, George Michael, Eric Clapton, Carole King and many more. She tells us about her time as a coach on Pop Idol where she worked with Girls Aloud. In 2017 Michelle reached the finals of The Voice UK, as part of Will.i.am’s team. She tells us about the side effects of a big TV show, having to deal with social media and how that can impact on your life.

She talks about her album The Diva Songbook – Through the storm and how she found solace in her music following some personal setbacks.

She also tells a fascinating story of working with one of America's greatest singer/songwriters, Carole King!

Steve Sahl-Taylor has nearly 40 years experience as a musician, singer and songwriter. He started singing in bands in South Wales when he was 16 before taking long term residencies in Spain and Croatia. On returning to the UK he moved to Devon in South West England. Here he started writing songs for his first album. The album Hello World was signed to US label ACM Records and was released in 2006.

He continued touring throughout Europe with 12 tours to Scandinavia and many gigs in London and South East England.

He still writes songs, does the occasional gig and is a music teacher. He is based in London.
For more information contact: hello@talkaboutmusic.co.uk

In this latest episode Steve talks to session singer Jasette Amos about her career and hears about the many top artistes that she has worked with including Tom Jones, Rod Stewart, Michael Bolton & Mica Paris. She also talks about her time as a vocal coach on X-Factor. From simple beginnings in South London to working with some of the biggest names in the music business Jasette shares some of the stories and experiences she has had over the years and offers give tips to aspiring singers on how to improve their voice.

Both Steve and Jasette reveal their top 10 singers and discuss what makes these singers so special and why some have had such long careers.

Steve Sahl-Taylor has nearly 40 years experience as a musician, singer and songwriter. He started singing in bands in South Wales when he was 16 before taking long term residencies in Spain and Croatia. On returning to the UK he moved to Devon in South West England. Here he started writing songs for his first album. The album Hello World was signed to US label ACM Records and was released in 2006.

He continued touring throughout Europe with 12 tours to Scandinavia and many gigs in London and South East England.

He still writes songs, does the occasional gig and is a music teacher. He is based in London.
For more information contact: hello@talkaboutmusic.co.uk

If ever two bands were pitted against each other by the media and fans alike it was The Beatles and The Rolling Stones. In his first podcast Beatles fan Steve Sahl-Taylor takes to the ring against Rolling Stones fan Will Lynch. They both reveal their top 10 songs and give a one minute pitch to sell their favourite band. May the best fan win!

Also in this episode Steve reviews the re-released 1962-1966 and 1967-1970 compilation albums and gives his reaction to the recent Now and Then release.

Beatles Vs. Stones top 10 playlist

Steve Sahl-Taylor has nearly 40 years experience as a musician, singer and songwriter. He started singing in bands in South Wales when he was 16 before taking long term residencies in Spain and Croatia. On returning to the UK he moved to Devon in South West England. Here he started writing songs for his first album. The album Hello World was signed to US label ACM Records and was released in 2006.

He continued touring throughout Europe with 12 tours to Scandinavia and many gigs in London and South East England.

He still writes songs, does the occasional gig and is a music teacher. He is based in London.
For more information contact: hello@talkaboutmusic.co.uk