In this episode of Friends Not Fans, Tia and Sophie sit down with David Paysden, the charismatic lead singer of the Anglo-Italian band Vanarin. Together, they dive into the band’s unique journey of making waves in the Italian music scene while staying true to their English-sung roots. From unforgettable moments on the road to the creative highs and challenges of pushing sonic boundaries, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone curious about the intersection of culture, artistry, and innovation in music.

Today Sophie and Tia speak to Sara Baroni, a 16 year old singer-songwriter currently living in Milan. Listen in as we learn more about her songwriting process, musical inspirations, and the importance of taking the opportunities that are available for you.

On this episode of Friends Not Fans, Tia and Sophie chat about what attitudes, beliefs, and lessons they have gained through being active fans of music and the arts. Listen in as they talk about how these lessons have helped themselves build more positive and aspirational goals and social circles.

Back from their summer break, Tia and Sophie dive into their favourite songs, artists, gigs, and moments of the summer.

On this episode of Friends Not Fans, Sophie and Tia talk to Eve Christina, a 22 year old indie-folk/pop artist from just outside London. They speak about Eve's newly released EP 'Call Me Baby', her musical inspirations, and her route into becoming a singer-songwriter.

On this episode of Friends Not Fans, Tia and Sophie speak to Simone, a singer-songwriter from New York. Her sound, a mix of pop and indie rock, showcases her diverse experiences growing up as a young adult. She recently completed a tour across independent bookstores in the USA, connecting with her fans in more personal settings. Today, Simone talks about her latest single 'Linger' and her upcoming EP to be released in September.

On this week's episode, Tia and Sofa discuss Taylor Swift's new album, Peter McPoland, Lizzy McAlpine's new tour, and Big Time Rush. Basically just 30 minutes of yapping... enjoy!