Behind the Scenes of an indie artist

S3 Episode 5: Sarah Cairncross

Sarah Cairncross is a Scottish make-up artist whose career has taken her everywhere from film sets and theatres to opera houses, photo shoots, and even celebrity dressing rooms. Based in Edinburgh, she’s spent over twenty years helping bring characters to life.
She has worked on an incredible mix of projects, including Outlander, Tommy’s Honour, Castles in the Sky, and commercials for brands like IRN-BRU, Diesel, Dulux, and Peugeot. In the theatre world, she’s been a regular creative at the Royal Lyceum and the Edinburgh International Festival, working across wigs, hair, SFX, and make-up design for productions such as The Crucible, Cosi Fan Tutti, and The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe.
She’s worked with some incredible people from Mark Ronson to Andy Murray and Nicola Sturgeon to Auburn!!.
Before becoming a make-up artist, she explored a wide range of creative paths — interior design, photography, painting, and even horse training.
With an inordinate amount of giggling, join us as we chat to Sarah about everything from wigs to her very scary brain injury.
 
Chapter Timestamps: 
Chapter 1: 08:00
Chapter 2: 47:24
Chapter 3: 1:13:28
 
Sarah's fave Auburn track: In My Blood
 
Podcast Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠auburnbehindthescenes@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@auburnbanduk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Auburn's website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.auburn.org.uk/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Auburn with Liz Lenten⁠⁠⁠
Voices for Change: ⁠www.voicesforchange.co.uk
 
Recorded and produced by Lantana Hewitt.
Artwork by Donovan Lenten.
Edited and theme music by Liz Lenten.
Podcast producer Daisy Gilham.
Guests' favourite Auburn tracks: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5H3yDmqJeLbFjD5F2f2log

S3 Episode 4: Gus Andriewiski

Gus Andriewiski is a guitarist, singer, songwriter, and music producer specializing in rock, with over two decades of experience in sound for cinema, television, and live performance. A skilled collaborator, he is known for his ability to mix, master, produce, and co-write with artists across genres
He runs his own studio and has full access to Brazil’s top recording facilities. As a Music Director for TV and theatrical productions, he has worked with all major companies in the MPAA (Motion Picture Association of America) and leading global streaming platforms.
Always at the forefront of technology, he’s fluent in the latest audio innovations, including Dolby Atmos, and regularly works with a trusted network of top-tier musicians to elevate every project he touches.
He is also the lead vocalist and co-founder of Falls Circus, an alternative rock project blending powerful vocals, poetic lyricism, and cinematic production.
 
Chapter Timestamps: 
Chapter 1: 08:30
Chapter 2: 26:40
Chapter 3: 51:30
Podcast Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠auburnbehindthescenes@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@auburnbanduk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Auburn's website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.auburn.org.uk/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Auburn with Liz Lenten⁠⁠⁠
Voices for Change: ⁠www.voicesforchange.co.uk
Recorded and produced by Lantana Hewitt.
Artwork by Donovan Lenten.
Edited and theme music by Liz Lenten.
Podcast producer Daisy Gilham.

S3 Episode 3: Justin Grealy

Justin Grealy has been a powerhouse in live sound for over 30 years, pairing deep technical mastery with a genuine love of the craft. He’s worked with an extraordinary roster of artists including (but not limited to) Joe Strummer, Pulp, The Cranberries, Amy Winehouse, Sophie Ellis-Bextor, The Libertines, and Auburn.Beyond the mixing desk, Justin is an educator, lecturer, and even a talented cook. Known for his meticulous approach (he’s credited with inspiring the verb “to Greal’” meaning to label everything on and around a stage with clarity and care), Justin has quite literally shaped how live sound is experienced.Chapter Timestamps: Chapter 1: 00:00Chapter 2: 31:40Chapter 3: 60:00Web: www.soulsound.co.ukEmail: justingrealy@gmail.comPodcast Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠auburnbehindthescenes@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@auburnbanduk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Auburn's website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.auburn.org.uk/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Auburn with Liz Lenten⁠⁠⁠Voices for Change: ⁠www.voicesforchange.co.ukRecorded and produced by Lantana Hewitt.Artwork by Donovan Lenten.Edited and theme music by Liz Lenten.Podcast producer Daisy Gilham.

S3 Episode 2: Mark Fain

A seven-time Grammy Award winner and longtime pillar of the Nashville music scene, Mark Fain is a powerhouse bassist and producer whose career spans more than three decades. From humble beginnings playing in his uncle’s band in East Tennessee, Mark’s journey has taken him to the heart of some of the most celebrated recordings in American music.Equally at home in gospel, bluegrass, jazz, and country, Mark has performed and recorded with a remarkable list of icons, including Dolly Parton, John Fogerty, Ricky Skaggs, Martina McBride, Joe Diffie, Charlie Haden, and Jack Black. He recently produced No Worries for Grammy-nominated gospel group Karen Peck and New River, continuing his dedication to meaningful and soul-stirring music. He also co-produced the Grammy-nominated Rambling Boy: Charlie Haden Family & Friends.Whether on stage, in the studio, or behind the mixing board, Mark Fain brings a rare combination of technical mastery, creative vision, and heartfelt storytelling.Chapter Timestamps: Welcome: 0:20 - 6:38Chapter 1:6:38 - 14:40Chapter 2: 15:14 - 30:15Chapter 3: 30:55 - 43:00IG: @markfainWeb: https://www.markfain.comPodcast Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠auburnbehindthescenes@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@auburnbanduk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Auburn's website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.auburn.org.uk/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Auburn with Liz Lenten⁠⁠Voices for Change: www.voicesforchange.co.ukRecorded and produced by Lantana Hewitt.Artwork by Donovan Lenten.Edited and theme music by Liz Lenten.Podcast producer Daisy Gilham.

S3 Episode 1: Dante Augustus

Emerging in 2021, Dante Augustus has quickly built a name for himself through a compelling blend of nostalgic soul, sharp lyricism, and an unmistakable vintage flair. His breakout singles, including "Freestyle 23," "King Talk," and 'Smokey mirrors' showcase his range - from thought-provoking songs to playful, stylised storytelling.Drawing inspiration from the golden eras of hip-hop and country while pushing his own creative boundaries, his visual presence - deeply influenced by retro fashion, analog textures, and classic music visuals - have made his live performances and videos a huge draw.He has opened for icons such as Slick Rick and K-OS, and continues to build a loyal following through both his live shows and digital presence.Beyond music, Dante is driven by a strong sense of purpose, with long-term aspirations that include community outreach and youth mentorship through arts and education. With a distinct voice, original vision, and a commitment to culture, Dante Augustus is not just making music-he's making his mark.Chapter Timestamps: Welcome: 0:00 - 7:27Chapter 1: 7:45 - 22:45Chapter 2: 23:21 - 41:05Chapter 3: 42:05 - 1:03 Dante is rebranding his socials but we will put the new links here when they are up!Podcast Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠auburnbehindthescenes@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@auburnbanduk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Auburn's website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: ⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.auburn.org.uk/⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Auburn with Liz Lenten⁠Recorded and produced by Lantana Hewitt.Artwork by Donovan Lenten.Edited and theme music by Liz Lenten.Podcast producer Daisy Gilham.

S2 Episode 5: Mo Pleasure

Mo Pleasure is a renowned multi-instrumentalist, songwriter and producer who began playing piano at age four and went on to master bass, trumpet, guitar, drums, and violin by his teens. A University of Connecticut music graduate, Mo launched his professional career with the legendary Ray Charles and quickly became a go-to session musician. His incredible versatility and musical brilliance have seen him share the stage and studio with some of the biggest names in music history; including Michael Jackson, Janet Jackson, Christina Aguilera, Mary J. Blige, Chaka Khan, George Duke, Roberta Flack, and Earth, Wind & Fire, where he served as both a member and musical director. Mo was also the keyboardist for Michael Jackson’s highly anticipated This Is It tour, scheduled for London’s O2 Arena in 2009.Chapter Timestamps: Welcome: 00:29Chapter 1: 4:25Chapter 2: 14:00Chapter 3: 50:13IG: @MorrispleasureFB: @MoplayX: @MopleasureWeb: http://www.mopleasure.comPodcast Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠auburnbehindthescenes@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@auburnbanduk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Auburn's website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: ⁠⁠⁠http://www.auburn.org.uk/⁠⁠⁠Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Auburn with Liz LentenRecorded and produced by Lantana Hewitt.Artwork by Donovan Lenten.Edited and theme music by Liz Lenten.Podcast producer Daisy Gilham.

S2 Episode 4: Cat Aimi

Cat Aimi can be summed up simply…out of the box. She’s beautifully different with a peaceful air of contentment and positivity. With a voice strangely reminiscent of Eva Cassidy's purity, the heat of Stevie Nicks and smokey tones of Miley Cyrus, Cat Aimi reaches into your soul and gives it a massive hug with her deep authenticity and profound positivity.Cat’s already achieved 3x No1 iTunes success with her band ‘The Wanted Sisters’, has collaborated with numerous no1 hit songwriters, and had multiple sync placements, including British rap ‘Peaceful Warrior’ in an upcoming documentary.Chapter Timestamps: Welcome: 0:00Chapter 1 - Where, Who, What, How, When? - 5:32Chapter 2 - 10 Questions - 21:24Chapter 3 - The Ribbon on the Box - 58:18Cat's fave Auburn track: Don't Give UpCat's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cataimiofficial/Cat's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cat.aimi/Please check out the incredible "Fruitful Fundraising" project that Cat supports and donate if you possibly can. Just a £2 donation will make a huge difference: ⁠⁠https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/fruitful/⁠Podcast Email: ⁠⁠⁠auburnbehindthescenes@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@auburnbanduk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Auburn's website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: ⁠⁠http://www.auburn.org.uk/⁠⁠Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Auburn with Liz Lenten⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Recorded and produced by Lantana Hewitt.Artwork by Donovan Lenten.Edited and theme music by Liz Lenten.Podcast producer Daisy Gilham.

S2 Episode 3: Kairen Kemp

Kairen Kemp has done it all—actor, radio presenter, producer, music PR, educator, and artist manager. A true champion of great music, she’s a producer and presenter for BBC Introducing and BBC Upload, as well as a familiar voice on other shows. She’s also worked across commercial radio, always pushing to develop artists at every level.As a PR, Kairen has worked with major artists across the UK, Europe, and the USA, promoting gigs and collaborating with top industry names. As a mentor, she’s known for her tough love—with an emphasis on love (mostly). Mess with her clients, and you’ll regret it!Her career has been anything but ordinary—makeup artist, estate agent, even funeral celebrant (seriously, ask her!). Now, she’s bringing her wit, wisdom, and wild stories to the podcast world.Chapter Timestamps: Welcome: 0:00Chapter 1 - Naked Truth: 6:05Chapter 2 - Meat on the Bone: 39:00Chapter 3 - Icing on the Cake: 54:23Kairen’s fave Auburn track: Good To Be AnywhereKairen’s website: https://kairenkemp.co.uk/Email: ⁠⁠auburnbehindthescenes@gmail.com⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@auburnbanduk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Auburn's website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: ⁠http://www.auburn.org.uk/⁠Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Auburn with Liz Lenten⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Recorded and produced by Al Scott.Artwork by Donovan Lenten.Edited and theme music by Liz Lenten.Podcast producer Daisy Gilham.

S2 Episode 2: Thomm Jutz

Behind the Scenes with Thomm Jutz takes you into the heart of songwriting, producing, and storytelling with one of bluegrass and Americana’s most respected voices. Grammy-nominated artist, IBMA Songwriter of the Year, and renowned producer Thomm Jutz shares conversations with the legends and rising stars of roots music, exploring the craft, history, and inspiration behind the songs. With a career spanning collaborations with Billy Strings, Del McCoury, John Prine, and many more, Thomm offers a rare insider’s perspective on the music industry. Tune in for deep dives, behind-the-scenes stories, and a front-row seat to the creative process.  Chapter timestamps:Welcome: 0:00Chapter 1 - Naked Truth: 5:00Chapter 2 - Meat on the Bone: 31:01Chapter 3 - Icing on the Cake: 44:21Thomm's fave Auburn track: Sitia BayThomm's website: https://thommjutz.com/Email: ⁠auburnbehindthescenes@gmail.com⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@auburnbanduk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Auburn's website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: http://www.auburn.org.uk/Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Auburn with Liz Lenten⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Recorded and edited by Lantana Hewitt.Produced by Daisy Gilham. Artwork by Donovan Lenten. Theme music by Liz Lenten. 

S2 Episode 1: Martin Sutton

We’re kicking off Season 2 with a bang! In this episode, we sit down with Martin Sutton, hit songwriter, producer, and founder of The Songwriting Academy. From crafting chart-topping tracks to mentoring the next generation of music creators, Martin shares his incredible journey, insider tips, and hilarious behind-the-scenes moments from the music industry.
Expect candid stories, unexpected laughs, and a peek into the world of songwriting like you’ve never heard before. Whether you’re an aspiring musician, a seasoned pro, or just love a good laugh, this episode hits all the right notes.
Martin’s fave Auburn track: Bathroom Shelf 
Email: auburnbehindthescenes@gmail.com
Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@auburnbanduk⁠⁠⁠⁠
⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Auburn's website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Auburn with Liz Lenten⁠⁠⁠⁠
New single – ‘GOOD TO BE ANYWHERE' – Auburn -  Co-written and produced by martin Sutton
Recorded and edited by Lantana Hewitt.
Produced by Daisy Gilham.
Artwork by Donovan Lenten.
Theme music by Liz Lenten.