Elevator Music is the podcast that lifts artists up — not out. Hosted by Will and Jack, each episode features a guest from somewhere in the music world — from bands and producers to managers, promoters and beyond — alongside a selection of tracks submitted by emerging artists.
Anyone can submit their music for free. No pay to play, we’ll just play it.
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New episodes weekly.
We’re back after a couple of weeks off, and we’re coming back strong.
Our guest this week is Dan Swank — songwriter, producer and musician best known for his work with All Time Low. Dan has spent years balancing life on the road with life in the studio, and he’s become an essential part of the ATL machine both onstage and behind the scenes.
In this conversation we talk about his journey into music, how he found his place with All Time Low, and the discipline it takes to keep producing, writing and performing at the highest level. We get into his methods as a songwriter and producer, the reality of touring with one of the biggest bands in the scene, and even end up on a weird tangent about Vevo along the way. It’s a wide-ranging and honest chat that pulls back the curtain on what life really looks like when music is both your job and your passion.
As always, we’re also shining a light on new artists that deserve your attention. Episode 9 features:
easywin – raw, melodic and built for repeat listens.
Wnsdy at 7 – infectious energy with hooks that stick.
ear candy – slick, modern and unashamedly catchy.
Elevator Music is built around a simple idea: real conversations with the people who make music happen, and a platform for new bands to be heard without shortcuts or gatekeeping. There’s no pay to play here — it’s free forever, and it’s about connecting artists, fans and industry on an honest level.
If you’re an artist and want to be part of the show, head to elevatormusicpodcast.com (https://elevatormusicpodcast.com/) to submit your tracks. While you’re there, you can also join our Discord community to connect with other artists and listeners.
28 Aug 2025
Episode 8: Chad Olech (Fall Out Boy, Deftones, Anthrax & Demi Lovato)
We’re joined by Chad Olech, legendary FOH engineer and production manager who has worked with Fall Out Boy, Deftones, Thin Lizzy, Anthrax and Demi Lovato. With more than two decades on the road, Chad talks about how to break into touring, how to stay there, and what it really takes to deliver arena shows night after night.
Alongside the conversation we feature new tracks from Dirt Bloom, Mother’s Boy, noiseless. and Weak Asleep.
21 Aug 2025
Episode 7: Boots (Bad Omens, Neck Deep and more)
This week we’re joined by Boots – guitar tech for Bad Omens and Neck Deep, recently covering work for the Sex Pistols, and a former tour manager/driver who’s kept more shows on the road than he can count. We get into the reality of life behind the curtain, fixing guitars in impossible situations, the chaos of touring, and (for some reason) a lot of talk about pizza.
On top of that we’ve got three brilliant submissions:
Palejoy – shoegaze-tinged emo from Aberdeen with atmosphere and grit
Breather – soaring alt-rock out of Plymouth with polish and heart
IndustryPlant – Southampton’s high-energy modern punk with sharp hooks and bite
All submitted. All free. All fire.
7 Aug 2025
Episode 6: Mark Davyd
This week on Elevator Music, we’re joined by Mark Davyd, CEO of Music Venue Trust, for one of the most important conversations we’ve had on the podcast to date.
We dig into the reality of the UK’s grassroots music scene — not just the romance of it, but the very real challenges it’s facing, and the urgent work being done to protect it. From stories like Muse playing a venue for £2.50 to Green Day sleeping on a pool table, Mark shares the history, the chaos, and the community that shaped so many of our favourite artists — and that continues to give emerging acts their first shot today.
But this isn’t just nostalgia. We talk through the Grassroots Levy, the work of Music Venue Properties, and how bands, fans, promoters, and even podcasts like ours can step up and support the scene before it’s too late.
We didn’t just invite Mark on because he’s a great speaker — we invited him because we believe in what Music Venue Trust is doing. So much so that we’ve chosen to invest directly in their mission to save and secure independent venues across the UK. This episode is us putting a spotlight on that work — and encouraging you to get involved however you can.
Alongside the conversation, we’ve got brand new music from George Holden, 13 Rivers, and Lickshot — three artists who are part of the next wave, playing in grassroots venues and building real connections, not follower counts.
Whether you’re an artist who’s loaded gear through the fire escape, a promoter doing it for the love, or just someone who’s ever seen a life-changing gig in a sweaty back room — this one’s for you.
Support the scene. Submit your music. Find out more at elevatormusicpodcast.com.
24 Jul 2025
Episode 5: Glimmers
Episode 5. Still not cancelled. Glimmers join us this week for a genuinely uplifting chat about their origins, staying authentic, working with management, and the bouquet of music they’ve got on the horizon.
Plus we’ve got new tracks submitted by:
– Athena (Bristol) – alt-pop and rock fusion
– Beach Front (Birmingham) – heavier pop punk with Midwest emo and hardcore edges
– Buried Upstream (Newcastle) – pop punk meets metalcore with an emo streak
Want to be featured? Submit your music for free at elevatormusicpodcast.com
10 Jul 2025
Episode 4: Matt Squire
Matt Squire joins us to talk about producing some of the biggest records in alternative music, what bands get wrong in the studio, and how to build a career without losing your perspective.
We also feature new music from All Ears Avow, Turn Two, Ninebanks, Build For Tomorrow, and Weak Asleep — five artists doing it on their own terms. No pay-to-play. No shortcuts. Just songs that deserve your attention.
Listen and submit at elevatormusicpodcast.com
26 Jun 2025
Episode 3: Ken Haas
Ken Haas discusses the key elements that help artists gain recognition, how Reverend Guitars cultivated a dedicated fan base authentically, and the significance of musicians remaining active in their careers in this interview.
19 Jun 2025
Episode 2: RickyJab
Producer RickyJab discusses how a pandemic layoff propelled his career, emphasizing the importance of self-promotion and recognizing opportunities in this interview episode.
19 Jun 2025
Episode 1: Kasey Karlsen
Vocalist Kasey Karlsen discusses her journey as a musician, including her role as Deadlands' frontwoman and the impact of online feedback on artists, in an interview on finding identity in the digital age.
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