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LIVE: Keo – Tramshed, Cardiff, 25/10/2026
“Indie-rock’s new kings, Keo, deliver a dashing but disappointing display in a packed-out Tramshed.” The response that Keo have managed to garner since their first release in 2025 cannot be understated. Only Fontaines D.C. in the last decade have popularised alternative music on such a mass scale, and judging by the legions of adoring teenagers present at Tramshed their growing fanbase shows no signs of stopping. So what is it about Keo that has set indie heads alight?
Alien Chicks: science teachers by day, feral punks by night
If you’ve been clued into London’s underground, independent music circuit throughout the last five years, you undoubtedly have crossed paths with Alien Chicks. The threesome have played a whopping 350 gigs alongside the very best of London’s post-covid, post-punk new wave including English Teacher, Man/Woman/Chainsaw and Fatdog. The success of the community around them in their own words “makes it a little more achievable…without that scene we wouldn’t be doing any of this“.
Keo – Put A Smile On For Me (Island)
Keo live up to their live reputation with a blockbuster debut that echoes the ghosts of rock legends past. Although only having one EP and a string of singles to their name, Keo have sold out every main stage of every major British festival this summer, with frontman Finn Keogh’s Kangol hat and wraparound sunglasses making an impression on an army of adoring alternative teens.
LIVE: Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs – La Belle Angele, Edinburgh, 20/08/2026
At the height of the Edinburgh Fringe, Newcastle’s favourite piggies, Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs (or more conveniently Pigsx7) graced the cellar of La Belle, putting on the summer’s most captivating heavy-rock show. Although being self-described “genre-benders“, Pigsx7 stoner-metal roots make them a remarkable and unexpected success story of the Northern metal scene.
LIVE: Champion Trees – Sneaky Pete’s, Edinburgh, 06/08/2026
Sneaky Pete’s sits nestled in the heart of Edinburgh’s famous Cowgate Street, a street which, on the eve of its apex, the Edinburgh Fringe, welcomed Cape Town’s most promising indie rock export, Champion Trees. Although Champion Trees’ origins stem back nearly a decade now, with four founding members and an added woodwind section, they seem to be entering their most accomplished form.
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LIVE: Lady Garden – Canopi, Cardiff, 20/06/2026
In this memorable headline gig, Lady Garden show that while still rough around the edges their punk heart shines through the brightest on stage. The four-piece are celebrating ‘Drop Dead Gorgeous’, a slick, Bikini Kill-esque tune that you might’ve heard on BBC Radio Wales, a testament to their ever-increasing notoriety.
Sticky Fried Chicken Burgers
Recipe by Kitty Williams. Photography Chris Sharpe. We fell in love with Kitty William’s lockdown cheesy scroll. Now her debut cookbook Kitty’s Kitchen: Just a little bit naughty shares classics with a twist.
How to have a relationship with a toxic parent — TyAlexander
LISTEN TO EP 96: APPLE PODCASTS | SPOTIFY If you’re keeping up with me on Instagram, then you know that I deejayed for the Baltimore Ravens. I smashed the gig and I was on cloud 9000. But then an interaction with my dad turned things around. The one lesson I learned through all of this was that none of us are so healed, that we can actually escape the dark and sad parts of us. I think those parts of us never really leave.
5 TV Shows About Finding Love in Retirement
Love can happen at age 19 or 90. Though stories of young love are overflowing on your favorite streaming platforms, there are some gems out there that honor and acknowledge the love that can happen at any time in life. There is a certain nostalgic warmth and spark of possibility to love stories that transcend the timeline that life expects from us. Here are some TV shows about people finding love in retirement.
Listen to this to get better at manifesting your dreams — TyAlexander
LISTEN TO EP 89: APPLE PODCASTS | SPOTIFY At the top of the 2022 I decided to dream just a bit. I wrote down all of the locations/venues/people I wanted to deejay for or at. I wrote down every person, place, or thing I could think of that might one day need a DJ. I wrote my DJ bucket list in the middle of my To Do Journal. And even though I had to thumb past these two sheets of my dreams in order to get to my To Do lists, I still somehow managed to ignore them daily.
VLOG: Beyonce Renaissance World Tour — TyAlexander
So listen… I had come to terms with the fact that I wasn’t gonna make it to the Renaissance World Tour, but then a Kansas City show popped up. I wasn’t even sure it was legit. But I bought tickets! This trip was incredible because I met my internet friend and fellow DJ in person for the first time, got to introduce two of my friends to each other, and we all got to enjoy Beyoncé. It was worth every single dime I spent which wasn't much. This is a story Ima tell my grandkids.
Three things grief does to us all — TyAlexander
LISTEN TO EP 88: APPLE PODCASTS | SPOTIFY We say that everyone's grieving journey is different. And technically, it is. The ups and downs vary by person but there are 3 things— distinct things— that happen to us all in this grief journey. And I watched 1 of 3 things (sometimes all 3) happen to everyone during the pandemic as we all collectively grieved the entire year of 2020. I’m in the infancy stages of writing my next book.
All the ways you can unlock the potential of your emotional intelligence — TyAlexander
LISTEN TO EP 86: APPLE PODCASTS | SPOTIFY “Emotional intelligence” is one of those Internet buzz words that I feel like we don't spend enough time explaining and dissecting, but having emotional intelligence is a crucial part of your healing. It's understanding and managing your emotions while also empathizing with others. I know. Having a high level of emotional intelligence can help you navigate the ups and downs of life more effectively.
Sticky fried chicken burgers
Sticky fried chicken burgers Serves 3 Ingredients 1 cup cornflour 1 egg, whisked 3 boneless and skinless chicken thighs 500ml vegetable oil for frying butter for spreading 3 sesame brioche burger buns 2 tablespoons mayo 2 tablespoons sriracha 1/8 of an iceberg lettuce, finely sliced Flour mix 1 cup flour 1 tablespoon Cajun spice 1 tablespoon garlic powder 1 tablespoon paprika Sticky chicken sauce 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 tablespoons sweet chilli sauce 2 tablespoons honey 3 tablespoons tomato...
All the ways you can support someone without giving suggestions — TyAlexander
LISTEN TO EP 84: APPLE PODCASTS | SPOTIFY This weeks episode is prompted by a conversation I was having with a good girlfriend of mine. As you can imagine, most of my friends are on the Internet. Either as influencers or people who are really good at influencing but are in denial about being an actual influencer. And most of my friends are in a state of practicing radical vulnerability. We all share our experiences on the Internet. Ya know, I took you on the journey with me when I got married.
Nine things you need to do to move forward — TyAlexander
LISTEN TO EP 83: APPLE PODCASTS | SPOTIFY If you follow me on Instagram you know that I am currently in a bit of a life storm. I am ok. Mentally I am exhausted. Drained. Stressed. Overwhelmed. Life is changing for me and I need to make decisions to support that change. And if I'm honest Ion want to. I am upset that life is changing but I know that in order for my life to really get good, like really get good, things I have to change.
What to do when your loved is transitioning (to death) — TyAlexander
LISTEN TO EP 82: APPLE PODCASTS | SPOTIFY It’s crazy for me to think about the fact that it has been 10 year since my mom has passed. I ran into an old friend recently who knew what I went through with my mother and was struggling himself as his loved one was transitioning to death. It is a lot to care for someone else during this time, and it’s also a lot to care for yourself during that time as well.
How to build your friendship circle from scratch — TyAlexander
LISTEN TO EP 76: APPLE PODCAST | SPOTIFY I see all my messages. I read them all. My intent is to respond to everyone but life be lifeing and sometimes things are missed. I recently got this message from a teenager: So in today's episode you and I are going to discuss 10 ways you can build your friendship circle from scratch. Now, we all know how important it is to have a solid group of homies in our lives.
Ten ways to tell your friends the truth — TyAlexander
LISTEN TO EP 75: APPLE PODCASTS | SPOTIFY If I am honest, I don't fully comprehend the idea of lying to your friends. I know that sometimes we find ourselves in situations where we are in a dilemma whether to be honest with our friends or to sugarcoat the truth to avoid hurting their feelings. But I want you to stop and think about the times that you were lied to and how it made you feel.
Here's what grief sounds like (also you are not alone) — TyAlexander
LISTEN TO EP 74: APPLE PODCASTS| SPOTIFY I recorded this thinking it would stay in drafts. I received a DM from a reader recently that floored me. (I read all of your messages, promise.) I get so many messages from people experiencing grief, and in today’s episode I’m sharing a DM from a reader (with their permission). I talk a lot about grief but today I want you to hear how it sounds. But more importantly I want you to listen in to know that you are not alone.
Do these things to make your year different than last year — TyAlexander
LISTEN TO EP 73: ITUNES | SPOTIFY Ok now that we are 30 + days into the new year and our trail period of 2023 is officially over, welcome to Season 6 of Self Care IRL. Welcome back to the party. We took a LONG break to gather our thoughts and collectively do a sigh of good relief. Even though 2022 was very good to me, I needed a long minute to process all the things. Deejaying really took off for me, I means I was at the freaking US Open. Pinch me.
9 Steps to Starting Your Own Podcast — TyAlexander
Are you ready to try your hand at hosting a podcast? It’s no small task but it can be so fun and rewarding when you dive into it. Obviously I’ve had my podcast Self Care IRL for quite a while now, so here are some tips I’ve learned that will help you as you start your own podcast. 1. Decide what you want your podcast to be about Do you want your podcast to be an extension of your lifestyle blog or maybe an in depth exploration of your favorite celebrity gossip?
(Guided Meditation): Letting Go Of Your Day With Gratitude — TyAlexander
LISTEN TO EP 70: ITUNES | SPOTIFY The folks asked for a guided meditation (you say you like my voice). So here is my first mediation. Be sure to leave and comment and share if you loved it. This one will help you find gratitude. Maybe there will be more?! Find a space where you can be alone and calm and still. This meditation is best listened to at the end of a busy day when you are free to relax. Find yourself in a comfortable position either sitting or laying down. Settle in and press play.
Ways To Cope With A Terminally Ill Parent — TyAlexander
LISTEN TO EP 69: ITUNES | SPOTIFY This morning, I woke up to a text from a friend telling me her mother had passed. Her mother had been in hospice for many months. It brought me right back to the dreadful “waiting” time of hospice and the loss of such an important person. If you’ve experienced anything similar, I pray this time is filled with comfort and that you find joy in the sorrow. If there’s one thing I’ve learned in life, it’s that joy and sorrow are always happening together.
The 8 small steps you need to start your self-improvement journey — TyAlexander
LISTEN TO EP 68: ITUNES | SPOTIFY As we approach the new year, I’ve been thinking a lot about goals and how to be better. What is self care IRL for me? A huge part of my process is being intentional, so we’re starting a bit early. The moment I entertained the idea of working on my goals, I’m not going to lie… I was hit with a bit of anxiety. I remembered all of the goals I have made in previous years that I haven’t reached and the overwhelm really kicked in. Does your mind ever work like that?
This one is for you if you've ever watched a show bubble snot crying — TyAlexander
LISTEN TO EP 67: ITUNES | SPOTIFY Typically I write show notes out before I record podcast episodes to prevent myself from rambling. But today I’m giving you an emotional dump because it just felt like this episode needed to be raw and real like that. So imagine me sitting across the couch from you for the next 30 minutes, just chatting. Last night, I watched all of “From Scratch,” a new Netflix show.
Listen to this if you are a overthinker — TyAlexander
LISTEN TO EP 66: ITUNES | SPOTIFY I think most of the world suffers from some level of anxiety. One of the tendencies of an anxious mind is overthinking. My mind rehashes scenarios over and over like a bad Lifetime movie. But maybe you are on the opposite end and you are obsessing more over the future. Fast forwarding your way through life can be just as harmful.
Habits you have that you need to break TODAY! — TyAlexander
LISTEN TO EP 65: ITUNES | SPOTIFY So the really interesting thing about habits is that they typically start as this one thing you did that one time. And then you do it again the next day. And before you even know what's happening, you have formed a habit. Child. Hopefully it's a good one because now, it's a habit that belongs to you. A habit can lessen your problems, or it can cause more. The habits that you form today can lead to a good or a bad tomorrow.
Things that will help battle your seasonal depression, 15 to be exact! — TyAlexander
LISTEN TO EP 64: ITUNES | SPOTIFY It's crazy to me that summer is basically gone and we are deep into fall. It seems like I didn't get nearly enough beach time in and my tan is disappearing which is making me upset. With that thought arrived some anxiety of the low vibrational energy that surrounds us in the winter months. Seasonal depression is a real thing and it affects us more than we admit.
Hysterectomy, one year later. — TyAlexander
LISTEN TO EP 63: ITUNES | SPOTIFY Welcome back to Self Care IRL season five! I really needed that break but I’m happy to be back with you. While I was taking my break, I took a second to catch up with my Facebook page (btw huge thunder clap to all of you for getting me to 24k on Facebook— follow along here if you don’t already).
Everything you need to know about finding the perfect therapist — TyAlexander
LISTEN TO EP 62: ITUNES | SPOTIFY Everyone should know by now that I am a huge advocate of therapy. Like huge huge. I boost therapy a lot. I try to sneak a mention of it in each episode because I believe it’s not only important for your immediate self care (IRL) but it’s just a really valuable tool to have and come back to along your life’s journey. Therapy was or is a really a brave space for me to do the hard work but while holding someone’s hand. And “a someone” who knows WAY more than me.
The best habits you should still hold onto post-pandemic — TyAlexander
LISTEN TO EP 61: ITUNES | SPOTIFY 2020 will forever be our generation's turning point for what we know as a life changing era. We unknowingly welcomed a virus that came and went and then came back and went and came back again and then left and came back again. In these two years, we’ve all met anxieties at wow levels. And we’ve been out of our old routines for over two years.
These 5 things are standing in your way of grief recovery — TyAlexander
LISTEN TO EP 60: ITUNES | SPOTIFY I’ve always considered myself to be a pretty emotional sturdy person. I’ve done therapy at different stages of my life. But when my mom died, that grief hit me like a million steel buckets filled with piping hot lava. What I learned early in grief is that none of us are above the dark space grief enjoys to torture us with. And from time to time, you might be feeling like you’re unable to handle your grief.
How you can learn the art of surrender + welcome peace daily — TyAlexander
LISTEN TO EP 59: ITUNES | SPOTIFY I think for a lot of us, “surrender” is synonymous with giving up or conceding defeat. But I’ve discovered that surrendering can offer an invitation to embrace life more fully and it depends my trust and awakens my sense of acceptance. Now y’all know that I love the duality of things so I will also acknowledge that surrender means different things to each of us. It might mean letting go or it might mean staying open.
How this Award Winning Producer is setting boundaries, dating with purpose, and leaning in for help — TyAlexander
LISTEN TO EP 52: ITUNES | SPOTIFY Do you have trouble setting boundaries? Are you frustrated with how your dating life has been going? Do you struggle to open up and be vulnerable with your friends even when they ask to help you? In this episode, I invited good good girlfriend of the show and Sr Producer of Digital for The Real, Krystal Franklin, to share some gems with you. We chat about setting boundaries, because there is 50 ways to skin that cat.
11 Things That You Forget Affect Your Mood (In Big Ways) — TyAlexander
LISTEN TO EP 51: ITUNES | SPOTIFY I’ve been working really hard on creating a positive mood lately— a safe mood even. I think we can all easily notice when something big affects our mood, but it be the small things… they have even more impact on our mood because they happen more frequently and can cause build ups of emotions. Today, we are going to discuss how understanding the small day-to-day experiences that impact your mood is crucial to your mental wellness.
Life Lessons I've Learned From Podcasting + Happy 50th Episode to Us! — TyAlexander
LISTEN TO EP 50: ITUNES | SPOTIFY We made it, sis. 50 episodes of Self Care IRL in the books. Did you know that Self Care IRL started in 2019? And that it was first called “Destination Heal”? I remember it like it was yesterday. Podcasting was a new lane for everyone and I wanted to find out what it was all about. I am so proud of myself for starting something new. It has been an amazing journey and has taught me so lessons.
8 Bedtime Rituals for your Mind & Body — TyAlexander
LISTEN TO EP 49: ITUNES | SPOTIFY More than half of American adults say they experience sleep problems on a regular basis. I am here to tell you that I am “American adults.” But you don’t have to be one of those people with me. What I’ve learned is that the things you do right before bed can determine whether you toss and turn for hours or get a good night’s sleep.
How To Journal Consistently To Fight Off Negative Thoughts & Anxiety — TyAlexander
LISTEN TO EP 48: ITUNES | SPOTIFY You probably already know how much I love to journal. I am officially a collector of them. For generations, great leaders and geniuses have kept journals to record their experiences and sort through their feelings and thoughts. Journaling can have many purposes: keeping track of goals, heal emotionally, or manage your career.
Should You Just Ignore Your Negative Emotions? — TyAlexander
LISTEN TO EP 47: ITUNES | SPOTIFY There are so many negative emotions: hate, fear, anger, sadness, jealousy, shame… there are just too many to name. As I’m leaning to become a better human being, I often ask myself “what do I do with these emotions?” We are often left in the dark when it comes to handling negative emotions. And it’s crazy to think we’ve all been dealing with negative emotions since our existence. So today, we’re going to discuss what we can do with our negative emotions.
7 Ideas To Bring You Joy This Winter — TyAlexander
The days may be getting a bit longer, but it’s still winter out here and the seasonal depression that many people carry with them during this time of year is still hanging around. Here is your gentle nudge to try some of these ideas to bring you joy. 1. Decorate I love Christmas. If I could leave my Christmas tree up all year round, I absolutely would. Since I know this is something that brings me joy, I put up my Christmas tree super early to get maximum joy from this season.
6 Ways to Communicate Better with Your Partner — TyAlexander
LISTEN TO EP 44: ITUNES | SPOTIFY Communication is very vital to any long and healthy relationship, but especially the one between you and your partner. However, communication can be a difficult skill to master. In this episode you and I discuss a few strategies we all can use to communicate better with our partners. I promise you, this episode is just as much for me as it is for you. Everything I list here is something I am currently working on and reminding myself of.
What’s the Worst that Could Happen with a Cat Living in the White House?
What’s the Worst that Could Happen with a Cat Living in the White House? Let’s imagine the possibilities, shall we? Willow Biden — Image via The White House As you may have heard, President Joe Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden recently adopted a cat and brought her to live with them in the White House. Her name is Willow, and she is an adorable two-year-old gray tabby.
6 Techniques That Help You Manage Your Emotions — TyAlexander
LISTEN TO EP 43: ITUNES | SPOTIFY Our emotions can be super tricky. They tend to dictate how we think. They definitely dictate how we act. On one hand, they are very vital to us as functioning human beings. On the other hand, they can wreak complete havoc in our lives. The difference lies in knowing how to manage your emotions. You have to be really careful not to act too quickly on your emotions. This may lead to you making decisions that you might come to regret.
10 Habits of the Happiest People You Know — TyAlexander
LISTEN TO EP 42: ITUNES | SPOTIFY We all have that friend who is annoyingly positive all the time (even when life be life-ing). They have mastered their own happiness. But how can one person be such a magnetic individual? They know, believe, and act on happiness being a choice. In this episode you and I will discuss 10 habits of the happiest people that you know.
In this episode, I explore some of the reasons why I have an advanced dislike for the phrases, “sorry for your loss” and I give you some alternative responses. - TyAlexander
LISTEN TO EP 41: ITUNES | SPOTIFY I was on Facebook a few weeks ago and I read a post from an acquaintance. The post shared the news of their mother’s death. The post was actually a beautiful tribute to a love they held close that we never knew but could feel the strength through the words in the post. I went to go and leave a comment but I peeked at the comments first (read: nosey lol).
How to choose your beliefs and values over money — TyAlexander
LISTEN TO EP 40: ITUNES | SPOTIFY This episode is a little bit of a story time. Don't worry it's also layered with the same gems you expect at the end. At the end of the quick story time I give you some ways that you can choose your beliefs and values over the money that is dangled in front of you.
14 Ways to Strengthen Your Friendships — TyAlexander
LISTEN TO EP 39: ITUNES | SPOTIFY In today’s episode, I chat about the ways we can strengthen our friendships including the intimate ones that turn into relationships.
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