Freshly Squeezed: A New Music Podcast
Discover your next favourite band.
Jim Salveson
Show overview
Freshly Squeezed: A New Music Podcast launched in 2025 and has put out 66 episodes, alongside 1 trailer or bonus episode in the time since. That works out to roughly 35 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a weekly cadence.
Episodes typically run twenty to thirty-five minutes — most land between 29 min and 35 min — and the run-time is fairly consistent across the catalogue. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Music show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 4 days ago, with 19 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2025, with 47 episodes published. Published by Jim Salveson.
From the publisher
Freshly Squeezed is a podcast for new music lovers... a place where you can hear new sounds before anyone else and discover artists before they become the next big thing. Jim Salveson will introduce you to three new indie/rock artists every week, play you new tracks and tell the stories behind them! The Freshly Squeezed theme is used with permission from (the brilliant) Spin Klass.
Latest Episodes
View all 66 episodesSHADER, Felix Hill and new music from Jacob Reddy's new project Know One!
Eugene McGuiness returns!!! Plus Big Fear and John Blaylock share new music.
New tunes from Adult Leisure and Feral Family whilst Frances Murray celebrates a new album!
Hector Gannet, Blue Cabs and The Frowns squeeze some new music into the podcast!
The Kellows, The Rolling People, Park View; 3 bands with some awesome new music!
S1 Ep 60Ruby Mae, Luna Rosa and Brook Fox bring the brand new tunes!
Squeezers! Are you ready? Ready for another three brilliant acts on this weeks new music podcast... Freshly Squeezed!Jim Salveson is once again bringing you the very best in new sounds covering indie, rock, soul, motown, pop and everything in-between. Hit that play button this week to hear...Ruby Mae: You'll have to be feeling brave to bet against Ruby Mae being anything other than massive! Smokey soulful vibes that will undoubtedly draw (well earnt) comparisons with Amy Winehouse and Raye.Luna Rosa: Raw and raucous rock music from the town of Corby. It's been a while since we've had new music from the Northamptonshire four-piece but they are back with a big riff, some soaring vocals and one helluva bang!Brook Fox: Brook delivers a proper bop with new tune "Together"; reminiscent of the type of 00s indie that would have bestowed the soundtrack on The Inbetweeners back in the day. With a catchy hook and sing-along chorus, it's one for fans of Two Door Cinema Club.Give the podcast a spin, and if you like it, give us a follow in your favourite podcast app too!PLUS... Check the Freshly Squeezed new music playlist, updated weekly with 10 new music picks each and every week.'Freshly Squeezed: A New Music Podcast' is written, researched and hosted by Jim Salveson. Additional sound design and production support from Ant McGinley. The show's theme tune 'Blue Blazer' is from Manchester's Spin Klass.
S1 Ep 59THUMPER, James Munro with new tunes and The Utopiates talk album number 2
Fancy some indie bangers in your ears? As always Freshly Squeezed delivers!Tunes and chat this week from another three hot properties on the new music scene and Jim Salveson sits down with them all to get the low down on their latest musical ventures... get stuck into the podcast, and make sure you are following if you like what you hear from this weeks trio;THUMPER: New music has been a long time coming from THUMPER but it's proven worth the wait. Big, loud, fuzzy and everything we've come to love about the Irish six-piece!James Munro: From Stockport to Spain, James Munro has been making music for well over a decade. 'New Ink' is the first tune of a new chapter, recorded in Mercia but with roots firmly in the North West.The Utopiates: The band are flying solo on album number two with the freedom to stretch those musical wings. 'Lets Make It Happen' is as diverse as you would have hoped from the band with bold choice and big tunes a plenty.If you want even more new music then check out Jim's weekly playlist where there is always 10 new tunes to discover - give it a save, it updates weekly: Freshly Squeezed: A New Music Playlist.Freshly Squeezed is written, researched and hosted by Jim Salveson. Additional sound design and production support from Ant McGinley. The show's theme tune 'Blue Blazer' is from Manchester's Spin Klass.
S1 Ep 58The Souls, The Delta Sound and The Deep Hour with some fresh tunes!
Three bands, three very different vibes on this weeks drop of brand new music!Jim is back to delve into the latest news, the creative drive and the stories behind three brilliant acts and their brand new tunes. This week we're hearing from...The Souls: Indie rock from Switzerland with a transatlantic vibe! "Secrets" from new album "The Whippet Inn" somehow manages to be complex and simple at the same time and is reminiscent of Arcade Fire at their best.The Deep Hour: Powerful and Heartfelt songwriting wrapped up in and Indie anthem. 'Hurricane' is a tune ripped straight from a Celtic heart rich in both meaning and musicianship.The Delta Sound: Serving up Blues-inspired indie rock tunes that are written to be heard LOUD. A slimmed down line up has inspired a new direction for the band and 'Drive' is a promising sign of what is to come.Get stuck in now... g'wan. Hit play!!!You can follow the Freshly Squeezed weekly playlist here. Right now it's the 10 bands we've picked as our 'Ones To Watch' in 2026.Follow the BRAND NEW Freshly Squeezed social media accounts on X, Instagram and Tik Tok.'Freshly Squeezed: A New Music Podcast' is written, researched, and hosted by Jim Salveson. Additional sound design and production support from Ant McGinley. The show's theme tune, 'Blue Blazer' is from Manchester's Spin Klass.
S1 Ep 57The Rooks, Michael Gallagher and Malcom (a band, not a guy) hop onto the Musical Express (Whoo Whoo!)
Hop onto the new music train (as long as your have the correct ticket for the whole of your journey) and hop off at the three awesome stops that are on the route for todays Freshly Squeezed.I'm going to stop the train thing now.Jim Salveson once again brings you tunes and chat from a trio of emerging artists with some top new tunes. This week you are going to hear from...The Rooks: White-hot Scottish bands, The Rooks are firmly in the 'Ones To Watch' camp. A phenomenal rise over the last 12 months has put the band firmly on the new music hot list with 'Found My Reason' why only likely to add fuel to that fire.Michael Gallagher: The wide open spaces of the North East inspire Michael Gallaghers Americana fuelled new tune 'Home'. A new musical direction handled with the deftness and skill we've come to expect from one of the North's finest singer/songwriters.Malcom: The Manchester-based band are stretching their musical-wings with new tune 'Hard Working Blues' which takes inspiration from the genre the name suggests to create something reminiscent of The Black Keys and Queens of the Stone Age.Want even MORE... get into the Freshly Squeezed weekly playlist here... 10 brand new tunes added EVERY week to catch that itch.Follow the Freshly Squeezed social media accounts on X, Instagram and Tik Tok.'Freshly Squeezed: A New Music Podcast' is written, researched, and hosted by Jim Salveson. Additional sound design and production support from Ant McGinley. The show's theme tune, 'Blue Blazer' is from Manchester's Spin Klass.
S1 Ep 56Honey Motel, Movin' On and The Rogues
Fancy a new music hit... well that's lucky , cos that's what we've got on the latest episode of Freshly Squeezed, a New Music podcast.It's an oasis of indie rock this week as Jim Salveson sits down for some tunes and chat from...Honey Motel: A brand new EP with more gears than a Ford Mustang. Honey Motel bring all their live energy to new record 'Motel FM' and you need to experience the combination of soaring vocals and fuzzy guitars for yourself.Movin' On: A debut tune and a debut on the podcast for this North West band... A bit Lathums, a bit Libertines, a touch of 00s indie Inbetweeners soundtrack.The Rogues: Its a twist in musical direction for the latest offering from The Rogues. Combining modern and traditional sounds and reminiscent of classic rock acts like The Who and Thin Lizzy, New York is a MONSTER tune.Give the latest show a listen, and give us a follow in your favourite podcast app too!PLUS... Check the Freshly Squeezed new music playlist, updated weekly with 10 new music picks each and every week.'Freshly Squeezed: A New Music Podcast' is written, researched and hosted by Jim Salveson. Additional sound design and production support from Ant McGinley. The show's theme tune 'Blue Blazer' is from Manchester's Spin Klass.
S1 Ep 55Sherlocks talk "whats next" plus Brontë's and ALRIGHT with new music.
Some MIGHTY new tunes on this weeks podcast. Stap in, turn your headphones up a notch and great ready to lock into some brand new music!Jim is back and bringing with him tunes and chat from 3 top acts... some emerging, some established but with cracking new tunes into the world.The Sherlocks: The band continue to do what they do best. Massive, anthem, stadium ready, indie rock! The band are flying out of the blocks with their first new music since 2025's top5 album 'Everything Must Make Sense'.Brontës: Shimmery, 90s inspired, alt indie pop from Glasgow's Brontes. Choppy guitars and smooth vocals make this bands tunes quietly infectious!ALRIGHT: ALRIGHT are exploding back into the spotlight after a few months away in the shadows. Frenetic new tune 'Bulletbrain' is fearless return from the Blackpool band.Sound good? Get stuck in and make sure you are following the podcast so you get future episodes when they are ready to go!'Freshly Squeezed: A New Music Podcast' is written, researched and hosted by Jim Salveson. Additional sound design and production support from Ant McGinley. The show's theme tune 'Blue Blazer' is from Manchester's Spin Klass.Check the Freshly Squeezed new music playlist, updated weekly with 10 new music pics.
S1 Ep 54Stanleys are back, plus Televised and White Star Line offer up brand new tunes!
Big, anthem, North West, indie rock is the order of the day on this weeks Freshly Squeezed as Jim sit's down with another three outstanding bands for this weeks dose of new music.Get stuck into this weeks episode (after you've hit that follow button) to hear awesome new tunes from...Stanleys: Stanleys are back after a short hiatus with brand new music. Brimming with the confident sound of a band in full flow and ready to move it up another gear.Televised: 'Solve Me' is the third single from Manchester band and it's another step forward in the bands sound and maturity. Big stadium indie rock vibes!White Star Line: With a sound inspired by Manchester's musical heritage, White Star Line have tunes ready for bigger venues than their current status allows! Oasis, Kasabian, Stone Roses inspirations a plenty... with just a TOUCH of Nu-metal.If you want even more new music then check out Jim's weekly playlist where there is always 10 new tunes to discover - give it a save, it updates weekly: Freshly Squeezed: A New Music Playlist.Freshly Squeezed is written, researched and hosted by Jim Salveson. Additional sound design and production support from Ant McGinley. The show's theme tune 'Blue Blazer' is from Manchester's Spin Klass.
S1 Ep 53Billobuckers, The Otherness and The NSO feature on this week's new music picks.
Freshly Squeezed hits Leicester, Yorkshire and Argentina on this weeks quest to find the very best in new music.Another trio of bands locked in and ready to go as Jim Salveson grabs tunes and chat from three emerging artists. On the playlist this week...Billobuckers: Alright muckers... it's Billobuckers! The Leicester band are pushing aside the usual big indie bangers for the latest tune which has a touch of The Streets spoken word about it. Big tune with a big message.The Otherness: Defying expectations of what you might assume would come out of Buenos Aires, The Otherness deliver instantly familiar, sharply crafted indie rock. Their double A‑side, ‘Now’s the Time’ and ‘Be Bop A Lucifer’, showcases two impressively accomplished sides of their musical identity.The NSO: Arctic Monkeys meets Dr Dre anyone? The NSO have a trademark Yorkshire sound with a New York groove! Infectious tunes are the result.You can follow the Freshly Squeezed weekly playlist here - 10 brand new tunes EVERY week.Follow the Freshly Squeezed social media accounts on X, Instagram and Tik Tok.'Freshly Squeezed: A New Music Podcast' is written, researched, and hosted by Jim Salveson. Additional sound design and production support from Ant McGinley. The show's theme tune, 'Blue Blazer' is from Manchester's Spin Klass.
S1 Ep 52We go punk with Pet Needs, get new music from John Denton and gear up for album three from Pina Palau.
Americana folk, pop-punk and Manc-indie all on the menu for this episode of Freshly Squeezed... all plucked fresh off the new music market. If you like your tunes at just the right type of ripe, you are in the right place.This week Jim Salveson chats to another three awesome acts...Pina Palau Beautiful, county-folk from Switzerland. Shimmery Americana with an almost Scandi edge! Stunning.Pet Needs Buzzcocks-esq pop punk with big melodies at its heart. The band are gunning for a top 10 with album number 4 and new tune "Hey You (Are You Are you Ok Ok) is a strong start to that mission!John Denton A young, promising talent from Manchester! John Denton is celebrating his first year as a solo artist with a massive new tune. 'Someone Else's Game' straddles the cities musical past and future perfectly.You can follow the Freshly Squeezed weekly playlist here - 10 brand new tunes EVERY week.Follow the Freshly Squeezed social media accounts on X, Instagram and Tik Tok.'Freshly Squeezed: A New Music Podcast' is written, researched, and hosted by Jim Salveson. Additional sound design and production support from Ant McGinley. The show's theme tune, 'Blue Blazer' is from Manchester's Spin Klass.
S1 Ep 51New tunes from VENUS GRRRLS, Greet The Chief, and Samuel Taylor with his debut EP.
A new music smorgasbord on this weeks podcast with three more acts with some brilliant new tunes curated for you on this weeks fresh music podcast.Samuel Taylor Has released his debut into the world and it's a stunning, heartfelt collection of tunes. 'Lost & Overgrown' is a beautiful, expansive and yet subtle collection of songs.VENUS GRRRLS Bringing the rage alongside (maybe) the greatest bass line of the year so far with their new track '3x3'... Siouxsie Sioux meets Hole and a whole load of attitude. Greet The Chief Offers up a new tune for fans of Kasabian and Propellerheads! Fizzy and furious 'Nine Lives' is a massive indie dance tune that demands attention!You can follow the Freshly Squeezed weekly playlist here. Right now it's the 10 bands we've picked as our 'Ones To Watch' in 2026.Follow the BRAND NEW Freshly Squeezed social media accounts on X, Instagram and Tik Tok.'Freshly Squeezed: A New Music Podcast' is written, researched, and hosted by Jim Salveson. Additional sound design and production support from Ant McGinley. The show's theme tune, 'Blue Blazer' is from Manchester's Spin Klass.
S1 Ep 50Jasmine Power, Manchester's Mayflower and Crystal Tides on their debut album.
In the words of Arthur Conley "Do you like good new music"? If so, then Freshly Squeezed is here to sort you RIGHT out!Another three acts with some brilliant new tunes for you to check out on this weeks freshly music podcast. Get stuck in to hear...Jasmine Power: Stunning, uplifting, cinematic and theatric sounds from this Welsh artist. Heartfelt and honest songwriting for fans of Kate Bush and Last Dinner Party.Mayflower: Mancunian shoe-gaze with notes of the city's great musical heritage. Mayflower are back in the saddle after an almost decade long hiatus and picking up where they left off.Crystal Tides: Gunning to be the first Pompey band to secure a top 40 debut album and you wouldn't bet against Crystal Tides to do it. Uplifting, anthem indie tunes, made for the live arena!You can follow the Freshly Squeezed weekly playlist here. Right now it's the 10 bands we've picked as our 'Ones To Watch' in 2026.Follow the BRAND NEW Freshly Squeezed social media accounts on X, Instagram and Tik Tok.'Freshly Squeezed: A New Music Podcast' is written, researched, and hosted by Jim Salveson. Additional sound design and production support from Ant McGinley. The show's theme tune, 'Blue Blazer' is from Manchester's Spin Klass.
S1 Ep 49Cable Boy, Mariae Cassandra and Park View hop on the new music train!
This is a good one! If you love new music then you probably already know that Freshly Squeezed is the place to get the heads up on some of the hottest up and coming bands around the world... and this episode WILL NOT disappoint.Three bands to get your ears stuck into on this weeks show...Cable Boy: The new band you are going to tell all your mates about. Big guitars and big tunes from this gritty and urgent Dublin band. One for fans of Bloc Party.Mariae Cassandra: Super cool. Super young. Super talented. Mariae's meteoric rise is not by chance. A brilliant and honest songwriter with an ear for a catchy indie tune!Park View: A new line up and a new direction for this ace and energetic North East band. New tune 'She doesn't know' is a sweet, dreamy, sing-a-long indie banger!You can follow the Freshly Squeezed weekly playlist here. Right now it's the 10 bands we've picked as our 'Ones To Watch' in 2026.Follow the BRAND NEW Freshly Squeezed social media accounts on X, Instagram and Tik Tok.'Freshly Squeezed: A New Music Podcast' is written, researched, and hosted by Jim Salveson. Additional sound design and production support from Ant McGinley. The show's theme tune, 'Blue Blazer' is from Manchester's Spin Klass.
S1 Ep 48Heavy Salad, The Marras and Reluctant Bob and the Lonely Lovers all with new music.
Three bands whose brilliant names are only matched by their ability to make banging tunes on this week's Freshly Squeezed!Once more, Jim Salveson is primed to introduce you to some brilliant emerging artists from the UK indie rock scene... and beyond. Here is what is on the way...Heavy Salad: A 90s-inspired punk pop banger... fizzing with energy and rich in melody, new tune 'Memories' is 2 minutes and 30 seconds of nostalgic fun!The Marras: Sing-along North West indie rock from The Marras... a band formed from the ashes of The Notion & Callow Youth. Big anthems and Smiths-esque guitars on offer with new tune 'Echoes'.Reluctant Bob and the Lonely Lovers: Robert Baker's (The Crayon Set) musical side project is allowing him to spread his musical wings! Like listening to the Flaming Lips covering the Beach Boys in the neighbour's garden whilst you take a summer nap!As promised, if you want to check out Nathan Wrigley on Freshly Squeezed you can check out this back episode (you probably should).You can follow the Freshly Squeezed weekly playlist here. Right now it's the 10 bands we've picked as our 'Ones To Watch' in 2026.Follow the BRAND NEW Freshly Squeezed social media accounts on X, Instagram and Tik Tok.'Freshly Squeezed: A New Music Podcast' is written, researched, and hosted by Jim Salveson. Additional sound design and production support from Ant McGinley. The show's theme tune, 'Blue Blazer' is from Manchester's Spin Klass.
S1 Ep 47Paul Askew, Matt Bianco and Mantel. Kicking off 2026 with THREE top acts!
Welcome to 2026... may your year be filled with amazing brand new music. If your new years resolution is to find your next favourite band then Freshly Squeezed is a brilliant place to start!As we will do EVERY week this year, 3 top acts lined up and ready to deliver the musical goods into your ears with some tunes and chat from;Max Bianco: Pete Doherty backed Max Bianco has a raw energy and sound that is difficult to replicate. New tune 'Its Cold Outside' fizzes in a way that is remittent of The Libertines themselves.Paul Askew: The Kim Jong Un of indie rock! Liverpool singer/songwriter Paul Askew delivers the unexpected with new tune Asunder. A misty and nostalgic energy overlays some accomplished songwriting from a strong Merseyside talent.Mantle: For fans of Arctic Monkeys and Courteeners, Mantel nail the North West Indie Rock sound! Big sing-along anthems from this festival ready band!Get following the BRAND NEW Freshly Squeezed social media accounts on X, Instagram and Tik Tok.'Freshly Squeezed: A New Music Podcast' is written, researched and hosted by Jim Salveson. Additional sound design and production support from Ant McGinley. The show's theme tune 'Blue Blazer' is from Manchester's Spin Klass.Check the Freshly Squeezed new music playlist, updated weekly with 10 new music pics.
S1 Ep 46The best new music of 2025!
What a debut year it's been for Freshly Squeezed: A New Music Podcast. We've listened to 1000s of amazing music submissions over the last year and featured 100s of our favourite tracks on the podcast.For this special episode, Producer Ant has been let out of his usually securely locked sound booth to chat to Jim about some of the highlights from the first year of this music discovery podcast.Get stuck in and hear some of the brilliant moments you may have missed and, if that leaves you wanting more, then these past episodes are a great place to start:Finn Power from Stone Emergency Episode.Dutch Mustard, Lukey B and Poesie.Spangled, Spin Klass, Jay Tennant and Alright.Make sure you are following this podcast and also make sure you are following our brand new social channels... @SqueezedCast on X, Instagram and TikTok - also a great place to start your music submission.'Freshly Squeezed: A New Music Podcast' is written, researched and hosted by Jim Salveson. Additional sound design and production support from Ant McGinley. The show's theme tune 'Blue Blazer' is from Manchester's Spin Klass.