Big Image on Live Music, Independence & Starting Fresh – Next Wave Podcast
Next Wave Podcast: Episode 6 - Big Image
In this month’s Next Wave Podcast, we sit down with George from Big Image—a band rewriting their story, one stage at a time. Formerly known as Ivory Wave, Big Image talk candidly about how a name change during lockdown became a bold new chapter, how they're navigating the wild west of the modern music industry, and why nothing beats the buzz of a sweaty festival tent full of new fans.
This episode dives deep into what it means to be a band in 2025: independent, constantly adapting, and finding real connection in a world ruled by algorithms. From releasing their new single “Girls” to curating setlists that actually slap live, Big Image reveal how social media (especially TikTok) has changed the game—and how selling merch at gigs is still just as important as ever.
Whether you’ve been moshing with them since the early days or you’ve just stumbled into their world, this chat is full of heart, hustle, and raw honesty.
🎙 “We just want to play live a lot.”
👉 Listen now to hear Big Image’s take on:
Leaving a band name behind and starting again
The highs and lows of independent release
Playing live vs streaming numbers
Winning over festival crowds
And why fan support—IRL and online—is everything
Big Image are also featured in Volume 32 of Next Wave Cassette Magazine, available to purchase now. This special edition includes a physical cassette showcasing their sound—part of our mission to keep discovery physical and meaningful in the digital age.
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📦 Support the future of music, one tape at a time.