In this episode of Behind The Mic we checked back in with UK band VICTORS for the third time. 

This time we checked in with Simon who plays lead guitar in the band.

In this episode we discuss Simon’s music journey and how he came to form the band with Harry who came on for Parts 1 and 2, playing in various indie-rock bands in his school days and a fond discussion over a shared love of the mid-00s UK pop-punk and rock scene.

For industry issues, we discuss social media and the instability and unpredictability of the music industry.

We also discuss the band's recent experience as headliners of Just Checking In Live #5 and the launch of their new single 'Nothing Seems to Matter Now', which was released the day before the show.

For Simon’s mental health, we discuss the death of a good friend of Simon’s who took his own life on October 30th 2023. Simon had known Ben since childhood and they were part of a group who regularly went climbing together. 

We discuss the shock of his death, the grieving process and how we can stop other men like Ben from taking their own life and help them find the release valve that works for them.

As always, #itsokaytovent

Listen to VICTORS on streaming platforms below:

Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/163g9TCjT…hwS7Gs2Ka3bPfubA
YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCq-H6qmB1U59D2XqRNl2EcQ
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/victorsofficial

Follow VICTORS on social media platforms below:

Instagram: www.instagram.com/victorsofficial/
Twitter: twitter.com/victorslive
Facebook: www.facebook.com/victorsofficial/

You can listen to Parts 1 and 2 of VICTORS' journey below: 

Part 1: https://soundcloud.com/venthelpuk/behind-the-mic-v-i-c-t-o-r-s?in=venthelpuk/sets/behind-the-mic
Part 2: https://soundcloud.com/venthelpuk/btm-victors-part-2

Support Us:

Patreon: www.patreon.com/venthelpuk
GoFundMe: www.gofundme.com/f/help-vent-supp…ir-mental-health
Merchandise: www.redbubble.com/people/VentUK/shop

Music: @patawawa - Strange: www.youtube.com/watch?v=d70wfeJSEvk
Outro: VICTORS - Nothing Seems to Matter Now: https://open.spotify.com/track/3YktaxfQzXAAVY5utLFdKP?si=cea98896ea8a4d35

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Behind The Mic - VICTORS - Part 3

This weeks episode features founder and creator of VENT UK, Freddie Cocker. Through his own experiences with mental health he decided there needed to be a place where everyone, but especially men and boys can open up about their mental health issues, break down stigmas and start conversations and so the platform Vent was created. Freddie talks to us all about his experiences and life up until now!  

You can find out more about Freddie here:

Instagram: @venthelpuk // freddiec94

Talkin' About...Venting with Freddie Cocker - Episode 48

This week! Freddie, founder of Vent drops by to discuss all things mental health with us. We talk about the stigma around men’s mental health in particular, how hard it can be opening up, & therapy. (plus more!)

Wanna chat with us or have any questions? DM us @notanother.podcast. 

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EP 4. “mental health doesn’t discrimnate, it doesn’t matter who you are.”

The Just Checking In Podcast is another step in Vent’s mission to give people a voice, change the conversation around mental health and provide an outlet where everyone, but especially men and boys, can express themselves.

Each pod we check in with a special guest. We have a natter and a chat about all things mental health as well as anything and everything else they're passionate about. 

If it helps that person with their mental health, we'll discuss it!

Behind The Mic - VICTORS - Part 3

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