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TMT:81 Adam Harris & Callum Read On The Return Of Guitar Music

9 Mar 2026 · 1 h 03 min

Welcome to The Money Trench! This week, Mark is joined by Adam Harris and Callum Read, Co-Founders of Touchdown MGMT, and record label Happy Artist.

Having worked with bands such as The Snuts, The Rooks, and Hunny Buzz, they discuss the state of guitar music and why it's back on the rise.

They also discuss the aftermath of the BRITs, grassroots venues, and their mission to break regional talent in the UK.

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