Music allows us to feel a myriad of emotions, and it is deeply connected with experiences in our lives. Join me as I listen to people share stories of music that have influenced or shaped their lives.
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
14 Mar 2025
Ep 9-Ishtiaq Hussein
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
7 Feb 2025
Ep. 7 -Urmi Hossain
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
4 Oct 2024
Ep. 6- Jude Idada
Welcome to this episode of 'Mixtape of My Life'. In this episode, listen to Jude talk about his journey of self-discovery with Bob Marley's 'Redemption Song', the power of music to spark positive transformation, and his unique interpretation of Fela's classic, 'Water No Get Enemy.'
Jude is a renowned writer, playwright and poet amongst other things. Jude Idada wrote and directed the Nigerian film 'Kofa' , winner of multiple awards at the Africa International Film Festival which is currently streaming on Amazon Prime.
His song selection;
Michael Jackson- Man in the mirror
https://open.spotify.com/track/2u2udGmop1z67EPpr91km7?si=8415ea326080419e
Bob Marley & The Wailers- Redemption song
https://open.spotify.com/track/7MKcM6TfaGKQVFfhstCbOw?si=9cd3c48634de405b
Fela Anikulapo-Kuti- Water no get enemy
https://open.spotify.com/track/2oWex6rYoQ7Bl2D9zG8d3F?si=eeda866673f44b47
Notorious B.I.G- Juicy
https://open.spotify.com/track/5ByAIlEEnxYdvpnezg7HTX?si=e8d8b45accbf40af
Simon & Garfunkel- Bridge over troubled waters
https://open.spotify.com/track/6l8EbYRtQMgKOyc1gcDHF9?si=1bab17df5e744160
26 Sept 2024
Ep 5-Mide Britto
This episode features Mide Britto, a professional engineer and brilliant sketch artist. Listen to him talk about the power of a praying mother, how the song 'Breathe' by Dunsin Oyekan moved him to tears, and how music has taught him to find joy even with imperfections.
His selection of songs are:
John Legend- All of me
https://open.spotify.com/track/3U4isOIWM3VvDubwSI3y7a?si=e57fa92ef3e347e6
Hozier- To Noise Making(Sing)
https://open.spotify.com/track/6dRjQxGUFZRY3ydat2JSu7?si=26f7ac48aa5147a8
Dunsin Oyekan- Breathe
https://open.spotify.com/track/2GBaCowYlscaEClL9bciuL?si=c3df8d84076a4970
Phil Collins- Son of man
https://open.spotify.com/track/1LhFadk0aWYczltTjIbFlI?si=bce9f2b1176b4ceb
Sam Smith- Pray
https://open.spotify.com/track/7DsX5K72fewVGb47qj7Tbg?si=decf6ae099fd4f53
20 Sept 2024
Ep 4- Kunmi Odufuye
In this episode, our guest Kunmi talks about the inspiration behind his artistry, his transformative experience with LL Cool J, and the undeniable 'deeply spiritual' bond that exists between mother and son.
Kunmi balances a successful career as an architect with his love for hip-hop. Watch Kunmi's latest creative 'twist' on Asake's 'Lonely At The Top' on https://youtu.be/L_zVG8kJrpY?si=ybED7Z3XQ4a8BbKy.
His selection of songs:
Asake - Lonely at the top
https://open.spotify.com/track/5ZtK8XAVnoaGdBXZWCEVCY?si=010c20004664465a
Tupac- Dear Mama
https://open.spotify.com/track/6tDxrq4FxEL2q15y37tXT9?si=b809c68e26f64d19
Coldplay- Viva la vida
https://open.spotify.com/track/4zOfy9kqJlG0ZXvcaSh4gv?si=022e852025084e9a
Seal - Love's Divine
https://open.spotify.com/track/1SyTqslGBzoe45hw3Ov0gp?si=bbe448e0968e47f9
LL Cool J- I need love
https://open.spotify.com/track/519xI1wfOAJvHeV9kFdXaV?si=63ab1df5b50349ec
13 Sept 2024
Ep 3- James Gaston
In this episode, we hear James talk about early memories of music while growing up on a dairy farm, carrying on Christmas traditions with his young girls, and how ''love at first sight'' is real.
His selection of songs are:
They Might Be Giants- Birdhouse In Your Soul
https://open.spotify.com/track/6pmuu4qSz2WrtGkBjUfyuz?si=b3ba4dc3f7354edf
Ilan Eskeri, Andy Burows- Light The Night
https://open.spotify.com/track/1uhqcCyz5vVSJdQzcB4Wq1?si=06b51dcca26140bd
Stevie McCrorie- All I Want
https://open.spotify.com/track/5WKwfqq64YlzvsBzRpjuQb?si=f4a4d4f7373b4bd6
Matt Cardle- The First Time I Ever Saw your Face
https://open.spotify.com/track/5y7yaymkx1OhkLMb794WCG?si=763e02d3262e4328
Shane & Shane- I Will Wait For You(Psalm 130)
https://open.spotify.com/track/4FwOCO9W6aH5QSh7dix8ey?si=4d4a4e89c32849bb
6 Sept 2024
Ep 2-Lai Shosanya
This episode features Lai Shosanya on how music helped him cope with the death of a loved one, the powerful emotions evoked by Fantasia's music, and the constant comfort of God's faithfulness.
Lai owns a successful architectural firm, New Rayz Architects and can be contacted at www.newrayzarchitects.com
His song selection is as follows:
James Blunt- Monsters
https://open.spotify.com/track/4SykS8RWkF6eK6xeua7XLP?si=6bce8fb5d2a44eb5
Fantasia- Bittersweet
https://open.spotify.com/track/7lDO0HIPCt63UJj5b20Dft?si=2688792fe61d4a75
Lionel Richie- Hello
https://open.spotify.com/track/4GS0EW6DCkRHMOTpnFrUPR?si=7036815536c44c31
Jenn Johnson- Goodness of God
https://open.spotify.com/track/1hDgFA6aEFjbSxab5krJOx?si=0e70d155d5034395
Al Green- Everything's Gonna Be Alright
https://open.spotify.com/track/5EjEUW3OLWDcFR3JTnenIM?si=ff7ae93d0baa4e72
P-Square and Dave Scott- Bring It On
https://open.spotify.com/track/4h4Dg7Gvvsq7TCkN6WYBun?si=d062e55d6c2d4dc7
Fantasia- Collard Greens and Cornbread
https://open.spotify.com/track/7MFYcmfPkJ095X0Y5FF6ny?si=7f56ba47991845f4
As always, thanks for taking the time to listen to my show. Please like, share, and subscribe . Comments are also welcome. Until next week, Ciao.
30 Aug 2024
Ep 1- Femi Akande
Listen to Femi Akande, a freelance Architect based in Melbourne, Australia, talk about the songs that have influenced his life- those special moments with his dad, his appreciation for pioneering artists like Tuface Idibia(2baba), and music's multi-layered messages.
With over two decades of industry experience, Femi's current focus is on residential domestic designs, specifically the redevelopment of existing structures.
You can get in touch with Femi at femi@architectakande.com
His song selections are:
George Michael- Careless Whisper
https://open.spotify.com/track/5WDLRQ3VCdVrKw0njWe5E5?si=3031d384ee2a4e95
Atlantic Starr- Secret Lovers
https://open.spotify.com/track/7tgNM7iJ7QLOuTA4Dkp1Vz?si=1c22d7cc77fc41ae
Michael Jackson- Off the Wall
https://open.spotify.com/track/3zYpRGnnoegSpt3SguSo3W?si=6d8bb24063284f10
Tuface- Only Me
https://open.spotify.com/track/3CfjVXBuaco9qwbTab6sxG?si=b3236814e88c4365
Seal- Where there's Gold
https://open.spotify.com/track/7LO3szJa9td3ea8T0DyrTg?si=b249b5eaeaa34b0f
Thanks for listening and I hope you enjoyed this episode. Let me know what your thoughts are, or if anything we spoke of resonates with you. Also, don't forget to like, share and subscribe, as this helps reach new people. Ciao
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