Music is indeed in the DNA of siblings Ollie and Francesca collectively known as The Chapmans as they showcased their talents on The Night Shift with Mark Lloyd.

Mark Lloyd and musician Kel talks about the incredible career and artistry of American country music icon Dolly Parton.

We shine the spotlight on Judy Mai, a citizen of the world with a uniquely captivating style. 

It's another incredible episode of Guitar Heroes with Patrick Robertson. This time Patrick swapped his guitar for mandolin, alongside the amazing duo Krystle and Danny who performed their original music. 

Award winning Irish stand-up comedian and actor Rory O’ Hanlon is part of the current The Laughter Factory Premium Comedy Club tour in Abu Dhabi and Dubai. On this podcast he shared how he started his career in comedy, his early experiences, and his travels. 

We are shining the spotlight to the talent of South African singer-songwriter Dillon Bekker who performed his single Time Aside live in studio. We talked about how he got into music, his inspirations, and an upcoming EP. 

"Brilliantly done" - Ross Swanson, Session Guitarist "He's versatile and understands the assignment" - Bridgette Angelique, Vocal Coach "I love Runaway, and it's now permanent on my phone! - Louise Shufflebotham, Vocalist

Singer-songwriter Sean Lipsey is back in the studio to unveil his new song Never Leave. He also performed his version of Elton John's Your Song.

Comedy is in full swing this week in the city, and one of the comedians performing is Darius Davis. Darius shared some tips and tricks on how to become a comedian and reminisced about his first comedy gig.

We are shining the spotlight to musician Dawda who has just released an amazing titled Nama naa la torop. Dawda talked about the inspiration and recording of the song, his journey in music, as well as the big names he has worked with. 

Guitarist Kel and I went all the way to Umm Al Quwain to the Holwin' Rooster Guitars & Such, and luthier Basil showed us how to make a guitar. 

Friend of the show, South African singer-songwriter, Charlie, is back with new music and he performed it live in our studio.

We are shining the spotlight to the Ivorian singer Klod and the talented trumpet player David, who performed their version of Anita Baker's Giving You The Best That I Got.

Loom, the sixth studio album by American band Imagine Dragons, received mixed reviews from our panel. Listen to the podcast to find out which songs hit the mark and which ones fell flat.

Singer-songwriter Chinua Hawk is back in the studio unveiling his new music. 

Famous for hits like Could It Be I'm Falling in Love and Round and Around, Jaki made a significant mark in the music of the 80s. In this facinating conversation, Jaki shared insights about her career, her songs, and some memorable stories as she nears her 40th anniversary in the music industry.

On this episode of Thursday Classics, we delved into Supernatural, Carlos Santana's iconic album that has won multiple Grammy Awards and featured hits like 'Smooth' and 'Maria Maria'. We're also hearing from the artist that creative the incredible artistic album cover. Join me, Kel and Andy Woods for our insightful discussion on this legendary album. 

Filipino band Version 3 is back and they did their stunning version of Olivia Rodrigo's Vamipre.

We welcomed back guitar hero Patrick Robertson as he shared his expert guitar tips and wowed us with his stunning country bluegrass tunes!

This week we delve into Luke Combs' latest release, Fathers and Sons. The album showcased Luke Combs' signature storytelling. With beautiful and heartfelt lyrics, this album resonated deeply, making each track feel like an open love letter. Myself Mark Lloyd, along with my panel tonight, the incredible singers Emily Peacock, Lauren Townley and Louise Shufflebotham, definitely gave this one a huge thumbs up. 

Could this be the longest breath in a saxophone performance? Multi-instrumentalist Ajay Sax performed Michael Jackson's 'Human Nature' and showcased his unbelievable breathing technique and talent on the saxophone.

South African singer Ross Learmonth, best known as the lead singer of South African rock royalty Prime Circle, is performing live in Dubai this summer. Listen to the podcast as he talks about his early years, his musical inspiration, and his decision to become a solo artist.

This week, we dive into the music and legacy of one of my favorite bands: Chicago. From their early days to the unforgettable era when the iconic voice of Peter Cetera defined the sound of a generation, Chicago's orchestration and the quality of their music set them apart. Join me Mark Lloyd and music expert and super guitarist Kel Jenkins as we explore their journey, iconic songs, and the moments that made them legends. This episode is a tribute to the band that shaped so much of our musical landscape.

Emirati singer-songwriter Zarooni is back with new music, Now & Never. Plus he also treated us with a preview of his next single. 

We had a guitar masterclass with maestro Patrick Robertson. Listen as he gives practical advice in everything guitars.

This week on What's New Album Review, we dive into Daryl Hall's latest release, his 6th studio album titled 'D'. Join me, Mark Lloyd, along with drummer Eddie Parsons and singer Louise Sufflebotham, as we uncover and explore this musical gem!

We are shining the spotlight to the incredible talent of Hydyy Brown who is a singer-songwriter and a podcaster as well. 

William Mullally discussed the highly anticipated film, A Quiet Place: Day One. We deep dive into the gripping premise of the movie and William shared his exclusive interview with stars Joseph Quinn and Lupita Nyong'o. We also explored the success of Inside Out 2 and the upcoming movies that we need to see. 

Mark caught up with comedian Pierre Hollins who part of The Laughter Factory's Premium Comedy Club show this week. 

The cast of the sold out comedy show Ice Hole is back in the studio ahead of their special weekend shows at Theatre by QE2.

Guitar hero Patrick Robertson teaches Mark how to play a guitar.

We're shining a spotlight on the incredible talent of drummer Joshua Manus who has worked with plenty of local musicians in Dubai. Listen to the podcast aa he brings his unique energy live on air.

We took a deep dive into Kate Hudson's debut studio album, "Glorious." Known for her stellar acting career and unforgettable musical roles, Kate Hudson steps into the spotlight as a singer. Her album features a dynamic mix of pop, rock, and country showcasing her versatility and passion for music. 

We explored the exciting array of programs happening at The Courtyard Playhouse in Dubai. Whether you're interested in participating in a workshop, improvising and building your confidence or enjoying a live performance, listen to the podcast to find out more.

we delved into the vibrant world of StudioRepublik, a unique spot in Dubai where wellness, music, dance, and performing arts converge. This weekend they will be bringing a musical extravaganza called Come to Life. Satya Baskaran and his team gave us an inside look of the event. 

We talked comedy with Paul Tonkinson, an award winning comedian and a regular in the comedy circuit in Dubai. Paul shared his appearance in Celebrity Come Dine With Me, his radio presenting, and so much more.Paul is part of The Laughter Factory's Premium Comedy Club show this weekend. 

We are shining the spotlight to Ayesha Reid, a singer-songwriter that has made her name in Dubai. She unveiled her latest single, Summer High on The Night Shift. 

We had Jayesh Veralkar, the founder of Vinyl Souk in the studio to talk about the premiere of the music documentary The Rest is History, which shows the origins of Jungle and Drum & Bass with legends like Micky Finn and Ray Keith.

We explored the extraordinary career and talent of the Queen of Funk, Chaka Khan. From her early days with the band Rufus in the 70s to her solo work and collaborations, Chaka Khan has left an indelible mark in the world of music. Join us as super guitarist Kel Jenkins and I delve into her influence in the sound of the 70s and beyond. 

We had live music in the studio with Chelsey and Chris Martin (not from Coldplay, but even better in hus own right). They performed their enchanting original song, "I Do," which beautifully captures the essence of their love and commitment. With their own wedding just around the corner, this heartfelt tune is a perfect celebration of their journey together. 

It's Wednesday's Bedroom Heroes! Today, we're featuring Gordon Suittie alongside guitar maestro Patrick Robertson. Tune in for a fun and engaging episode as Gordon, blindfolded, tries to guess which guitar is expensive and which one isn't. Can he tell the difference just by feel and sound? 

We delve into the gripping world of "Welkin," a powerful theatre production set in rural Suffolk, 1759 . The cast of the play discussed the intense dynamics of the story and it's all about justice, mystery and truth. 

We are shining the spotlight on Sophia Christine, one half of the duo, The Village. Their new song, 'Wish You Were Here' is simply outstanding.

We delved into the decades-long musical career of Kate Bush. Guitarist Kel Jenkins and I discussed her beginnings, her songwriting, and listened to some of her iconic songs including the recently revived hit, "Running Up That Hill". 

We delved into the world of guitars with us as we chatted with Basil Azizoghly, the UAE's premier guitar luthier. Listen to guitar maestro Patrick Robertson as he plays some of Basil's exquisite creations and hear from Morten Sorensen, a passionate guitar collector, about his rare finds. This is a podcast you won't want to miss.

We are shining the spotlight to a band that was formed during the pandemic, The Underlying Conditions. With no underlying condition to worry about, you can count on the music being exceptional!

We are delving into the 12th studio album of the American rock musician Lenny Kravitz, Blue Electric Light. Will our panel be electrified by his latest work? Listen to the podcast to find out 

We are shining the spotlight to a very talented bass musician Isaac T-bazz. He performed two amazing Stevie Wonder pieces with session guitarist Ross Swanson. 

Singer-songwriter Kati M is back in the studio to unveil her latest single Say. 

I went out and about on The Night Shift to visit the Emirates Youth Jazz Orchestra (EJYO), which is under the musical direction of Dave Holland. This remarkable group consists of top talents from UAE schools working together on professional-level jazz. Join me as I get to know some of the incredible musicians and groove to their music.