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Headliner Radio

1,121 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 days ago - ★★★★★ - 3 ratings

This is a music podcast which explores the creative process. We chat to artists of all levels, from aspiring and emerging talent to international stars, to find more about how they make their music. Check us out on Insta @emergingheadliner, FB and Twitter @headlinerhub and hashtag #headlinerradio

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Headliner Radio Episode 30: Glen Rowe | Musings Of A Tour Manager

June 16, 2020 08:00 - 47 minutes - 32.8 MB

In his own words, Glen Rowe has worn more musical hats than Jamiroquai. We agree - and they all seem to fit remarkably well. Glen looked after Muse on the road for 18 years - a monumental and rewarding task all at the same time, especially as the band grew into mega stars - but a few years after hanging up his touring hat (for now, at least), he started managing emerging artists; and at the back end of 2019, launched KYOTO recording company. KYOTO houses a stunning residential studio with an...

Episode 30: Glen Rowe | Musings Of A Tour Manager

June 16, 2020 08:00 - 47 minutes - 32.8 MB

In his own words, Glen Rowe has worn more musical hats than Jamiroquai. We agree - and they all seem to fit remarkably well. Glen looked after Muse on the road for 18 years - a monumental and rewarding task all at the same time, especially as the band grew into mega stars - but a few years after hanging up his touring hat (for now, at least), he started managing emerging artists; and at the back end of 2019, launched KYOTO recording company. KYOTO houses a stunning residential studio with an...

Designated Driver E3: Jan Ozveren | Making Sound Decisions

June 15, 2020 10:00 - 48 minutes - 33.4 MB

We catch up with session guitarist and producer, Jan Ozveren, who talks about his work in the studio and on the road with a string of major international artists including Charlie Puth and Jennifer Hudson - and how getting the right guitar tone for every song is so crucial. 

Designated Driver E3: Jan Ozvergan | Making Sound Decisions

June 15, 2020 10:00 - 48 minutes - 33.4 MB

We catch up with session guitarist and producer, Jan Ozvergan, who talks about his work in the studio and on the road with a string of major international artists including Charlie Puth and Jennifer Hudson - and how getting the right guitar tone for every song is so crucial. 

Headliner Radio USA E12: Asher Angel | Shooting For The Stars

June 14, 2020 15:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MB

In this Headliner USA podcast we chat to Arizona-born multi-talented creative, Asher Angel, who's been in the public eye for a decade and more, and is still only 17 years old. Already an accomplished actor for his roles as Jonah Beck in Disney's huge Andi Mack series, and Billy Batson in hit DC movie SHAZAM!, Asher has also been climbing the music industry ladder - and very quickly indeed. His soulful pop/r&b sound has already earned him tens of millions of streams and over five million Inst...

Headliner USA E12: Asher Angel | Shooting For The Stars

June 14, 2020 15:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MB

In this Headliner USA podcast we chat to Arizona-born multi-talented creative, Asher Angel, who's been in the public eye for a decade and more, and is still only 17 years old. Already an accomplished actor for his roles as Jonah Beck in Disney's huge Andi Mack series, and Billy Batson in hit DC movie SHAZAM!, Asher has also been climbing the music industry ladder - and very quickly indeed. His soulful pop/r&b sound has already earned him tens of millions of streams and over five million Inst...

Emerging Headliner E6: Bearcubs

June 14, 2020 10:00 - 39 minutes - 26.9 MB

We chat to British artist and electronic music producer, Bearcubs, about his creative process, moving to Berlin to further his career, making a new record, and how leaving just the right amount of space in a track can often be the key ingredient.  

Episode 29: Matoma | Keeping It Real

June 13, 2020 15:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MB

We chat to Norwegian DJ and record producer, Matoma, about his musical journey so far: after being blown away by Becky Hill's voice, he collaborated with her on False Alarm which went on to become a mega-hit; and he's produced another string of cool artists along the way including The Vamps. Ultimately, it's been about staying grounded and keeping his identity throughout that keeps this artist as humble as he is successful. 

Episode 29: Matoma | Keeping It Real

June 13, 2020 15:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MB

We chat to Norwegian DJ and record producer, Matoma, about his musical journey so far: after being blown away by Becky Hill's voice, he collaborated with her on False Alarm which went on to become a mega-hit; and he's produced another string of cool artists along the way including The Vamps. Ultimately, it's been about staying grounded and keeping his identity throughout that keeps this artist as humble as he is successful. 

Headliner Radio Episode 29: Matoma | Keeping It Real

June 13, 2020 15:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MB

We chat to Norwegian DJ and record producer, Matoma, about his musical journey so far: after being blown away by Becky Hill's voice, he collaborated with her on False Alarm which went on to become a mega-hit; and he's produced another string of cool artists along the way including The Vamps. Ultimately, it's been about staying grounded and keeping his identity throughout that keeps this artist as humble as he is successful. 

Headliner USA E11: Pinar Toprak | Scoring Stargirl

June 11, 2020 18:00 - 51 minutes - 35.4 MB

In this Headliner USA podcast we chat to Pinar Toprak, perhaps best known for scoring Captain Marvel - the biggest grossing movie of 2019. As we talk through Pinar's musical life, growing up in Turkey and building a fantastic career for herself in Los Angeles, it's clear to see that 20 years of hard work really can pay dividends. Her latest project is DC's Stargirl, which started airing in May - we chat through the scoring process. 

Headliner USA E11: Pinar Toprak | Scoring Stargirl

June 11, 2020 18:00 - 51 minutes - 35.4 MB

In this Headliner USA podcast we chat to Pinar Toprak, perhaps best known for scoring Captain Marvel - the biggest grossing movie of 2019. As we talk through Pinar's musical life, growing up in Turkey and building a fantastic career for herself in Los Angeles, it's clear to see that 20 years of hard work really can pay dividends. Her latest project is DC's Stargirl, which started airing in May - we chat through the scoring process. 

Headliner Radio USA E11: Pinar Toprak | Scoring Stargirl

June 11, 2020 18:00 - 51 minutes - 35.4 MB

In this Headliner USA podcast we chat to Pinar Toprak, perhaps best known for scoring Captain Marvel - the biggest grossing movie of 2019. As we talk through Pinar's musical life, growing up in Turkey and building a fantastic career for herself in Los Angeles, it's clear to see that 20 years of hard work really can pay dividends. Her latest project is DC's Stargirl, which started airing in May - we chat through the scoring process. 

Emerging Headliner E5: Pauline Di Silvestro

June 11, 2020 10:00 - 32 minutes - 22.4 MB

We chat to live music photographer, Pauline Di Silverstro, about life during lockdown - and her inspiring 'The Cancelled Series' project, where she captures a wide range of talented creatives each striking a unique musical pose. 

Headliner Radio USA E10: Allison Moorer | The Rock And The Hill

June 10, 2020 07:00 - 52 minutes - 35.9 MB

In this Headliner USA podcast, we talk to accomplished and super talented Nashville-based singer-songwriter, Allison Moorer, about her musical journey so far, and the differences between writing songs and prose - another of her passions. Her life has been an emotional rollercoaster at times, to say the least - but her positivity and passion for creativity ensures that making music is always at the heart of everything she does.  

Headliner USA E10: Allison Moorer | The Rock And The Hill

June 10, 2020 07:00 - 52 minutes - 35.9 MB

In this Headliner USA podcast, we talk to accomplished and super talented Nashville-based singer-songwriter, Allison Moorer, about her musical journey so far, and the differences between writing songs and prose - another of her passions. Her life has been an emotional rollercoaster at times, to say the least - but her positivity and passion for creativity ensures that making music is always at the heart of everything she does.  

Episode 28: Stephan Schmitt | Nonlinear Labs

June 09, 2020 08:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MB

We chat to Stephan Schmitt about his inspired musical venture, Nonlinear Labs. The Native Instruments founder launched this forward-thinking music technology company in 2016, and its flagship high-end digital C15 synthesiser has been making serious waves with some of the top composers in the business ever since. 

Headliner Radio Episode 28: Stephan Schmitt | Nonlinear Labs

June 09, 2020 08:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MB

We chat to Stephan Schmitt about his inspired musical venture, Nonlinear Labs. The Native Instruments founder launched this forward-thinking music technology company in 2016, and its flagship high-end digital C15 synthesiser has been making serious waves with some of the top composers in the business ever since. 

Emerging Headliner E4: Stealth

June 09, 2020 06:00 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MB

We chat all things music with Stealth - a British emerging artist and producer with determination and drive in equal measure, and a fantastic vocal to boot. From sleeping on friends' couches during tough times to landing a huge sync in US TV show 'Suits', this creative is proof that if you put your mind to it, anything is possible. 

Headliner Icons E1: Nick Mason | Pink Floyd

June 07, 2020 15:00 - 44 minutes - 30.8 MB

We chat to Pink Floyd drummer, Nick Mason, about his amazing musical career so far: from the early Floyd years with Syd Barrett to recording Dark Side Of The Moon; and taking his new band, Nick Mason's Saucerful of Secrets, back out on the road post-lockdown.

Headliner Radio Episode 27: Ross Godfrey | Morcheeba

June 06, 2020 16:00 - 41 minutes - 28.5 MB

We chat to Ross Godfrey, multi-talented musician/producer and one half of iconic trip hop band Morcheeba. We talk life during lockdown, new collaborations, why hip hop was better before Phil Collins samples, and how Morcheeba's sound has stood the test of time. 

Episode 27: Ross Godfrey | Morcheeba

June 06, 2020 16:00 - 41 minutes - 28.5 MB

We chat to Ross Godfrey, multi-talented musician/producer and one half of iconic trip hop band Morcheeba. We talk life during lockdown, new collaborations, why hip hop was better before Phil Collins samples, and how Morcheeba's sound has stood the test of time. 

Headliner Radio Episode 26: Adrian Utley | Portishead

June 04, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 47.4 MB

We chat to Portishead's multi-talented synth fiend, Adrian Utley, whose music production skills are almost as impressive as his collection of vintage Moogs! And don't get us started on his guitars... We talk all things music, drawing inspiration from the great outdoors, and how the right mix of madness and genius is what made Portishead so uniquely creative.

Episode 26: Adrian Utley | Portishead

June 04, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 47.4 MB

We chat to Portishead's multi-talented synth fiend, Adrian Utley, whose music production skills are almost as impressive as his collection of vintage Moogs! And don't get us started on his guitars... We talk all things music, drawing inspiration from the great outdoors, and how the right mix of madness and genius is what made Portishead so uniquely creative.

Neve Sessions E3: Mike Avenaim | Beatmaking With Verbs

June 04, 2020 06:00 - 51 minutes - 35.7 MB

We chat to Australian session drummer and producer, Mike Avenaim, whose musical life since relocating to the US has been extremely fruitful. We talk recording techniques, drum kits (he has many!), and how Neve's revamped RMX16 is working wonders on drum verbs.

Neve Sessions E3: Mike Avenaim

June 04, 2020 06:00 - 51 minutes - 35.7 MB

We chat to Australian session drummer and producer, Mike Avenaim, whose musical life since relocating to the US has been extremely fruitful. We talk recording techniques, drum kits (he has many!), and how Neve's revamped RMX16 is working wonders on drum verbs.

Music Talks E4: Serge Gräfe | Mixing Kraftwerk

June 02, 2020 15:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MB

We chat to FOH engineer, Serge Gräfe, about his creative process with Kraftwerk: using immersive audio to transform the live sound experience, and keeping up with the immersive community and the band when tweaking the system during lockdown. 

Headliner Radio Episode 25: Martin Seidl | Austrian Audio (v2.0)

June 01, 2020 20:00 - 28 minutes - 19.9 MB

In this second part of our Behind the Brand interview with Martin Seidl, CEO of microphone manufacturer, Austrian Audio, we find out how the firm is coping during lockdown, adapting to the changes within the industry, and bringing production in-house.

Episode 25: Martin Seidl | Austrian Audio (v2.0)

June 01, 2020 20:00 - 28 minutes - 19.9 MB

In this second part of our Behind the Brand interview with Martin Seidl, CEO of microphone manufacturer, Austrian Audio, we find out how the firm is coping during lockdown, adapting to the changes within the industry, and bringing production in-house.

Episode 25: Martin Seidl | Austrian Audio (v2.0)

June 01, 2020 20:00 - 28 minutes - 19.9 MB

In this second part of our Behind the Brand interview with Martin Seidl, CEO of microphone manufacturer, Austrian Audio, we find out how the firm is coping during lockdown, adapting to the changes within the industry, and bringing production in-house.

Headliner USA E9: Audrey Mika | Just Friends

May 31, 2020 16:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MB

We chat to Audrey Mika about her amazing musical journey. From YouTube cover star to original hit-maker, delving into music production along the way, Audrey has gone from singing into a pink toy mic to delivering top quality material that is achieving tens of millions of streams.   

Headliner Radio USA E9: Audrey Mika | Just Friends

May 31, 2020 16:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MB

We chat to Audrey Mika about her amazing musical journey. From YouTube cover star to original hit-maker, delving into music production along the way, Audrey has gone from singing into a pink toy mic to delivering top quality material that is achieving tens of millions of streams.   

The Mix Room E1: Ummet Ozcan

May 30, 2020 15:00 - 49 minutes - 34.3 MB

We chat to renowned DJ and producer, Ummet Ozcan, on the day 'Seesaw', his latest single, is released. We talk about creative mixing, production techniques, his obsession with sound design, and his brand new Jan Morel-designed recording studio. 

The Mix Room E1: Ummet Ozcan

May 30, 2020 15:00 - 49 minutes - 34.3 MB

We chat to renowned DJ and producer, Ummet Ozcan, on the day 'Seesaw', his latest single, is released. We talk about creative mixing, production techniques, his obsession with sound design, and his brand new Jan Morel-designed recording studio. 

Headliner Radio USA E8: Chase Lawrence | COIN

May 28, 2020 16:00 - 45 minutes - 31.2 MB

We chat to Chase Lawrence, affable frontman of US pop rock band, COIN. After a relentless touring schedule, he's staying just as busy during quarantine, enjoying some family time, and listening to just enough Radiohead. 

Headliner USA E8: Chase Lawrence | COIN

May 28, 2020 16:00 - 45 minutes - 31.2 MB

We chat to Chase Lawrence, affable frontman of US pop rock band, COIN. After a relentless touring schedule, he's staying just as busy during quarantine, enjoying some family time, and listening to just enough Radiohead. 

Aspiring Headliner USA E3: Helena Holleran

May 27, 2020 09:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MB

We chat to San Diego-born creative, Helena Holleran, about her musical life: from recording her recent EP fully live to launching her own music festival, and how social media is extremely helpful for getting constructive criticism on brand new material. 

A Sound Voice E2: Colin Pink

May 26, 2020 10:00 - 54 minutes - 37.6 MB

We chat to revered sound designer and FOH engineer, Colin Pink, about his extraordinary career so far: from his early days working at the National Theatre during the advent of digital consoles where he learned how to 'dial in an orchestra', to designing the sound for mega-events including the BRITs and MTV EMAs, as well as Hans Zimmer's huge touring productions and Derren Brown's unique (and often scary!) live spectacles.

Episode 24: Alexis Taylor | Hot Chip

May 24, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 42 MB

We catch up with super-talented creative, Alexis Taylor, of brilliant synth-pop specialists, Hot Chip - and an accomplished solo artist in his own right. We chat about and listen to songs from the band's latest album, and find out how Alexis is staying creative during lockdown writing new material for his next project.  

Headliner Radio Episode 24: Alexis Taylor | Hot Chip

May 24, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 42 MB

We catch up with super-talented creative, Alexis Taylor, of brilliant synth-pop specialists, Hot Chip - and an accomplished solo artist in his own right. We chat about and listen to songs from the band's latest album, and find out how Alexis is staying creative during lockdown writing new material for his next project.  

Headliner Radio Episode 23: Badly Drawn Boy | Banana Skin Shoes

May 22, 2020 18:00 - 47 minutes - 32.8 MB

We welcome Damon Gough (AKA Badly Drawn Boy) to Headliner Radio on the day he drops his first new record in seven years - and it's a belter. We discuss all things music, working with iconic producers, how to successfully evolve as an artist, and find out why growing a little older and a little wiser really is something to talk about. 

Episode 23: Badly Drawn Boy | Banana Skin Shoes

May 22, 2020 18:00 - 47 minutes - 32.8 MB

We welcome Damon Gough (AKA Badly Drawn Boy) to Headliner Radio on the day he drops his first new record in seven years - and it's a belter. We discuss all things music, working with iconic producers, how to successfully evolve as an artist, and find out why growing a little older and a little wiser really is something to talk about. 

Headliner USA E7: AJR | The Creative Headspace

May 22, 2020 08:00 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MB

We chat to Ryan Met from eclectic New York-based trio, AJR - three brothers (who at one point all shared one bunk bed!) whose musical story is an interesting one. It's all about staying in the creative headspace for these guys and putting out quality new music which stands up against, and is different to any other AJR project - and it's working out very well. We talk about the creative process, and how AJR's modern, trappy pop/rock sound (all self-produced in their living rooms by the way) i...

Headliner Radio USA E6: Joshua Bell |

May 21, 2020 09:00 - 35 minutes - 24.3 MB

We chat to one of the world's finest violinists, Joshua Bell, about his life in music, picking up the violin at four years old and turning professional by 14, experimenting on the New York subway, and creating the Joshua Bell Violin with virtual instrument manufacturer, Embertone, which means any budding composer can have a go at emulating the tone of his multi-million dollar Stradivarius.  

Headliner USA E6: Joshua Bell | The Sound of a Stradivarius

May 21, 2020 09:00 - 35 minutes - 24.3 MB

We chat to one of the world's finest violinists, Joshua Bell, about his life in music, picking up the violin at four years old and turning professional by 14, experimenting on the New York subway, and creating the Joshua Bell Violin with virtual instrument manufacturer, Embertone, which means any budding composer can have a go at emulating the tone of his multi-million dollar Stradivarius.  

Headliner Radio USA E6: Joshua Bell | The Sound of a Stradivarius

May 21, 2020 09:00 - 35 minutes - 24.3 MB

We chat to one of the world's finest violinists, Joshua Bell, about his life in music, picking up the violin at four years old and turning professional by 14, experimenting on the New York subway, and creating the Joshua Bell Violin with virtual instrument manufacturer, Embertone, which means any budding composer can have a go at emulating the tone of his multi-million dollar Stradivarius.  

Headliner USA E5: Jauz | Dangerous Waters

May 20, 2020 09:00 - 39 minutes - 26.9 MB

We catch up with revered LA-based artist, Jauz - one of the most hard working creatives we've come across. He's a successful producer, songwriter, and DJ in pretty much equal measure, and his collaborations are also something to behold. We chat about his Dangerous Waters tour and EP, his intense schedule, and staying creative during quarantine. 

Headliner Radio USA E5: Jauz | Dangerous Waters

May 20, 2020 09:00 - 39 minutes - 26.9 MB

We catch up with revered LA-based artist, Jauz - one of the most hard working creatives we've come across. He's a successful producer, songwriter, and DJ in pretty much equal measure, and his collaborations are also something to behold. We chat about his Dangerous Waters tour and EP, his intense schedule, and staying creative during quarantine. 

Live Sessions E4: Tom Walker

May 19, 2020 09:00 - 51 minutes - 35.6 MB

In Episode 4 of Live Sessions we chat to BRIT Award-winning artist, Tom Walker, about his amazing musical journey. From moving to London armed with only a guitar and a set of chef whites (he can cook a mean steak), to studying songwriting, knocking on musical doors, and never ever giving up, Tom's story is an inspiring one - and one billion streams later, we reflect on his career so far, and find out how he's been staying creative during lockdown.

Headliner Radio Live Sessions E4: Tom Walker

May 19, 2020 09:00 - 51 minutes - 35.6 MB

In Episode 4 of Live Sessions we chat to BRIT Award-winning artist, Tom Walker, about his amazing musical journey. From moving to London armed with only a guitar and a set of chef whites (he can cook a mean steak), to studying songwriting, knocking on musical doors, and never ever giving up, Tom's story is an inspiring one - and one billion streams later, we reflect on his career so far, and find out how he's been staying creative during lockdown.