In this episode of The Encore Club Podcast, we sit down with the genre-defying Ashaine White—an emerging force in the UK music scene known for her bold fusion of soul and grunge.

Recently nominated for an Ivors Academy Rising Star award, Ashaine joins us to talk about her brand new EP Look What You Made Me Do, the emotional fire behind her single Let Me Down, and what it means to create music that’s unapologetically honest.

She shares her journey from ACM Guildford to The Great Escape Festival, reflects on her deep musical influences like Paramore, Jeff Buckley, Nina Simone, and Radiohead, and breaks down how her partnership with producer Gibbi Bettini helped shape her signature sound. We also dive into everything from dream concert setups and her Sacred Three (the one song, album, and artist she’d keep forever), to unexpected music hot takes, conspiracy theories, and Bratz Rock Angels. With humour, heart, and a fierce commitment to authenticity, Ashaine White proves why she’s one of the most exciting voices in music right now.

This week on The Encore Club, Will and Josh are joined by aryy, a Brazilian singer-songwriter and YouTube sensation currently based in California. With over a million subscribers and a passion for exploring quirky, futuristic instruments (hello, Omnichord!), aryy opens up about her journey from São Paulo to New York and ultimately LA, where she’s carving her space in the music and creator scene.

In this heartfelt and hilarious episode, aryy reflects on switching languages to grow her audience, navigating life between cultures, and how she nearly gave up before going viral after ten years of creating. She also shares why McFly is her all-time favourite band, gives us a live taste of the Omnichord, and reveals her dream concert (spoiler: it’s in her backyard with her best friends).

Note: The live Omnichord demo in the episode doesn’t do it full justice due to the recording quality — to hear how incredible it really sounds, check it out here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=diZdj7RjKXE

Whether you’re an aspiring musician or a fan of indie artists — this episode is a must-listen.

🎧 Tune in and discover why aryy is a one-of-a-kind artist with a whole lot of heart.

On this episode of The Encore Club, we’re joined by the brilliant Monty Keates — a singer-songwriter, performer, and TikTok star who’s redefining what it means to be an artist in the digital age.

Fresh off the back of his recent sold-out headline show in London, Monty sits down with Will and Josh to reflect on the whirlwind journey so far — from writing heartfelt lyrics in his bedroom to performing them in front of a crowd that sings every word back. We dive deep into the stories behind his sound, and what it feels like to be seen, heard, and celebrated by a growing fanbase both online and IRL.

Monty also shares his dream gig in vivid detail — the ultimate fantasy lineup, setting, and surprises that would make up his perfect night of live music. Plus, we throw him into some of The Encore Club’s most chaotic games, including Mash-Up Apocalypse, where genres clash, artists collide, and only the weirdest combinations survive.

It’s a funny, heartfelt, and at times unfiltered conversation with one of the most exciting new voices in alternative pop right now. Whether you know Monty from his music, his TikToks, or you’re just discovering him today, this episode is the perfect place to start.