EP. 22 - Tom Jenkins (Straight Lines / Said Mike)

Apr 25, 2019

Tom Jenkins, a Welsh musician known for his work with Straight Lines and Said Mike, shares captivating stories from the South Wales music scene. He reveals his journey as a solo artist and offers exclusive details about his upcoming album recorded in Texas. Tom amusingly recounts his unexpected sheep shearing adventure in New Zealand and unforgettable tour moments with Motörhead. His tales of nearly getting kicked out of Slam Dunk Festival and the camaraderie inherent in band life are both entertaining and insightful.

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Intro

00:00 • 1min

Excitement and Introductions in Episode 22

01:30 • 2min

Explorations of a Musician's Journey and Unconventional Experiences

03:13 • 2min

Building Community and Band Stories

04:49 • 5min

Musical Journeys and Humorous Anecdotes

09:31 • 29min

Musical Journeys and Reunions

38:22 • 26min

Building Community and Festival Excitement

01:04:49 • 4min

Under the Eyes of the Moon. Welsh vocal wizard Tom Jenkins is our guest on Episode 22 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Road Dog opens up all about his time fronting Straight Lines and Said Mike, who were both key players in the iconic South Wales music scene at the time, starting again as a solo artist, exclusive news on his first solo album, recording it in Texas, collaborating with members of Canterbury, taking time away from music to sheer sheep in New Zealand, tour stories with Motorhead, almost getting kicked out of Slam Dunk Festival and much much more! A man with some incredible stories that don't get told enough, you'll be blown away with his tales. Turn it up and join Sean and Morgan to find out Sappenin' this week.

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