No meet tonight 29th, but the BACK LOUNGE will be here next Wednesday 6th Dec as usual ❤ with a familiar subject to most ‘WORK ADDICTION’. The music industry thrives on it. Where would it be without the 18 hour days… the 7 day work week & the blurred lines between what’s work, social life & life as we know it ????‍???? Helping to guide us is our esteemed guest, Denise Devenish, music industry counsellor and her own lived experience of La Vida Loca https://www.denisedevenishcounselling.co.uk/ ???? DM for the zoom if we’re not connected already. NEXT Wed 6th Dec 6pm London GMT/ 7pm CET/ 1pm EST / 10am PST

This Wednesday on The BACK LOUNGE it’s a catch up ????No theme, but a check in to see how everyone is. As we start the slide to Christmas, maybe you’re working, maybe you’re not. Join the zoom chat, we’re a community of folks working across ‘live’, there for the good times and the bad, wherever you are in your career. DM for the zoom link ❤ Wed 22nd Nov 6pm London GMT/ 7pm CET/ 1pm EST / 10am PST #musictouring #touringcommunity #healthytouring

This Wednesday it’s ‘THE SUPERFAN’ on The BACK LOUNGE. Most of us have stories, where would artists be without their loyal fans? Here’s to sharing some of the madder stories, whether sweet, funny or more sinister. Wed 15th Nov 6pm London GMT/ 7pm CET/ 1pm EST / 10am PST DM for the zoom link ❤

Grateful to be sharing the amazing work Music Support provide around addiction and recovery at next week’s Resonate. More info here bit.ly/MSRES23 Laughed out loud when I found out Seye also hails from Bromley, South London. Arguably the roots of punk, Bowie, Seye… and me!!!!!!! You can take the girl out of Bromley.,… Please come say hi if you’re at Resonate, hope to see you there ❤

Next Wednesday on The BACK LOUNGE, it’s me in the hot seat ???? Home from the road, surrounded by mountains of washing, fighting the tour lurgy which got me at the very end (always) & wondering what the furry thing growing at the back of the fridge once was ???? It’s a catch up, a chat & a ‘how are we’, no pressure to speak, you can just listen if you prefer. All welcome to join our live events & tour community, whatever your connection to the industry – DM for the zoom link ❤ If you’ve ever felt isolated or alone when you’re in the midst of a crowd, we offer a no obligation community of folks who understand the lifestyle choice of away from home & freelance. Wed 8th Nov 6pm London GMT/ 7pm CET/ 1pm EST / 10am PST #healthytouring #tourcommunity #tourlife

This is kind of hilarious….. I’ve been nominated for ‘Road Warrior of the Year’ at this year’s LIVE Awards. Whoever nominated me, THANK YOU ❤ And look at this illustrious list. I feel like I’ve been invited to the grown ups table! Wondering if I need to start toning down the memes……Nah 😉

Next Wednesday on the BACK LOUNGE it’s CO-DEPENDENCY – it can apply to team work structures as much as any other family or relationship. If you struggle to know where your responsibility starts & ends, maybe on the surface you’re a perfect TM/PM, excel at what you do, care for others to the detriment of yourself… any of this familiar? Hosted by Psychotherapist Adrianna Irvine https://lnkd.in/dx-3Z86 & Production Manager/ Yoga Therapist Sytske Kamstra, this one is sure to ring bells. DM to join the Zoom discussion. Wed 1st Nov We’re going an hour later AND the clocks change in the UK so actual time zoom will start is 7pm GMT London / 8pm EST / 1500 EDT / 1200 PDT

Next week on The BACK LOUNGE it’s a glorified check in with our original Yoda, Michael LoBue, an NYC based touring pro with an uncanny knack of articulating so many wisdoms we hold inside. This will be a general check in session with a subtle theme of one’s journey to self-worth. Whether you’re working & your self-worth is battered by your role, or you’re not working & your self-worth dial is at zero, then there’s something in this for you. DM for the zoom link. Wed 25th October 6pm London BST / 7pm CET/ 1pm EDT / 10am PDT ❤

Next Wednesday on The BACK LOUNGE, it’s our second visit in recent weeks to a MASSIVE issue in our industry ???? SHAME & STIGMA are often mentioned as part of what keeps those living with addiction from opening their mouths in the world. If you are surrounded by booze & other substances as part of your day job, it’s little wonder as to why those suffering from the insidious disease of addiction refrain from putting their head above the parapet. Our guests are music industry folk in recovery to share how this differs (& remains the same), from crew to artist. We welcome David Hamilton (LD, Melissa Etheridge, Neil Young, Kenny Rogers), Joanne Croxford (TM/TC Peaches, DURAN DURAN), Mark Richardson (Skunk Anansie) & Chris Tait (Electric Six, Passenger Recovery). DM to join our discussion & share support. This will not be recorded. Wed 18th October 6pm London BST / 7pm CET/ 1pm EDT / 10am PDT ❤

Next Wednesday on The BACK LOUNGE we’re talking cancellations ???? We all dread having a tour cancelled for any reason, & especially at the 11th hour if an artist falls sick. This week’s session ‘Passed Out on a Festival Stage’ explores just that (yes there’s a story). What can you do to stay well? How do you respond when it does happen & how can you cope with the fallout when everyone has to go home? Hosted by beloved BL regulars Tom Green & Charlotte Mai Jacobsen ???? All welcome! Bring your tales of woe & coping strategies welcomed Wed 4th October 6pm London BST / 7pm CET/ 1pm EDT / 10am PDT ❤

This week it’s THE SHITTY COMMITTEE’ on The BACK LOUNGE & how to confront that critical self-talk that holds you back & tells you you’re not good enough. Jack Williamson, music industry psychotherapist @jackchristopherwilliamson & author of the book – The Shitty Committee – is helping us navigate the voices & guiding the zoom discussion. All welcome. Wed 27th Sept 6pm London BST / 7pm CET/ 1pm EDT / 10am PDT ❤

Next Wednesday it’s the first of 3 specials over the next few months discussing sobriety on The BACK LOUNGE. First up is ‘12 step’ with guest Matt Thomas, cofounder of www.musicsupport.org & www.we-are-attune.com & with his own lived experience of addiction & recovery in the biz. This one’s a myth buster for all the Qs you didn’t know who you could ask. If you’re struggling with something or struggling with someone who’s struggling with something, we welcome you here. DM for the zoom link. This session will not be recorded. Wed 20th Sept 6pm London BST / 7pm CET/ 1pm EDT / 10am PDT ❤