I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with the incredibly talented singer-songwriter Tamsin Middleton AKA VICE VERA.

We chat about identity, routines, and the best environments to write songs in. Tamsin gives us some killer insights into how she stays grounded and keeps believing in herself, even when it feels like success is far off.

Oh, and exciting news—you’ll get to hear her debut single Tourist at the end of this episode, so stick around for that special treat.

This convo is packed with motivation, tips, and a whole lot of heart. I can't wait for you to be inspired by Tamsin's journey. So, hit play and enjoy the magic! 💖

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ABOUT ME
Hey, I'm Rosie Bans! 🎶 I make videos all about songwriting, music creation, and navigating being an artist in our busy, capitalist-driven, modern world. Besides being a YouTuber, I'm also a dedicated music mentor and songwriting tutor. I run an online songwriting school, Radical Songwriting Academy, where I help songwriters find their true artistic voice and confidently share their music with the world.

Whether you're looking for tips on songwriting or just some creative inspiration, you're in the right place! If you want to work with me or learn more, check out

Sometimes we all need a bit of help with our projects. If you've been thinking about getting your music, business, or project off the ground that’s exactly what I offer in my 1:1 program.

ELEVATE is where musicians and creative business owners get the support to bring their visions to life. Ready to record your album, grow your business, start a podcast, or launch a new idea? Apply at www.beradicalmakemusic.com/elevate.

Songwriters, are you feeling nervous about putting your first single out into the world? You're not alone! In this interview, I chat with rising artist Yelena Jane about the fears many of us face when sharing our music online. We dive into overcoming self-doubt as a songwriter, her personal journey to becoming more confident, and how she learned to embrace the excitement of sharing her music.

Plus, stick around for the WORLD PREMIERE of Yelena Jane’s debut single, "Some Body" at the end of the episode!

Follow Yelena on Instagram: @yelenajanemusic

Sometimes we all need a bit of help with our projects. If you've been thinking about getting your music, business, or project off the ground that’s exactly what I offer in my 1:1 program.

ELEVATE is where musicians and creative business owners get the support to bring their visions to life. Ready to record your album, grow your business, start a podcast, or launch a new idea? Apply at www.beradicalmakemusic.com/elevate.

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There is no hiding from the fact that when you write songs from a place of honesty and authenticity some people will not like it.

They won't like the music.

They won't like your point of view.

They won't like the fact that you are audacious enough to do whatever the f*** you want.

You making YOUR music p*sses some people off.

How do I know this?

Because I received an explicit email directly from one of those people.

It completely broke me.

I mean I literally STOPPED writing songs as a result.

​📖 All the details are here in this little "story time" video I made >>​

Of course, I am here today with a beautiful back-catalogue of incredible music in my wake that I am proud of and can completely stand behind 💪

But the scar is still there.

And although I agree that opinions are important and should be shared there is a huge caveat to my POV - that those opinions contribute to our world as a whole with a positive end-result in mind.

So someone telling me "I don't like your music" just doesn't fly with me anymore, sorry.

Opinion DENIED. 🙅🏽‍♀️

It's useless information.

So, what I want you to take from this email and the video is...

• Know who you are and strive to write your music from a place of complete authenticity.
• Share your music, please.
• Prepare for opinions, everyone's got one.
• Deal with those opinions from a centred place of integrity and value.

We go over ALL of this stuff (and so much more!) inside the Authentic Songwriting: 3 Day LIVE Workshop - ​register your space here.​

Keep doing you.

You got this! Rosie 😎

Sometimes we all need a bit of help with our projects. If you've been thinking about getting your music, business, or project off the ground that’s exactly what I offer in my 1:1 program.

ELEVATE is where musicians and creative business owners get the support to bring their visions to life. Ready to record your album, grow your business, start a podcast, or launch a new idea? Apply at www.beradicalmakemusic.com/elevate.