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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 USA E161: David Fleming | Damsel, Dune & The Last Of Us

American composer David Fleming delves into composing music for HBOs (and reveals his favourite episode), the epic sounds of , what it was like working with Beyoncé as recording arranger for from soundtrack and his approach to scoring new Netflix film , starring Millie Bobby Brown.

37m
Mar 29, 2024
Behind The Music E29: Tritonal

Producer and composer Dave Reed – one half of electronic music duo, Tritonal – reflects on what first drew him to EDM, the evolution of Tritonal’s production and his thoughts on their early work, why he thinks is Tritonal’s most listened to song, and why Waves plugins are a constant on Tritonal’s tracks.

36m
Mar 28, 2024
The Mix Room E84: Sixieme Son

Sixieme Son has created sonic identities, audio logos and built sound design solutions for discerning brands since 1995. Here, the company explains the concept of sonic branding and the way it creates tailor made soundscapes that enable brands including Genelec to truly stand out.

20m
Mar 27, 2024
Headliner USA E160: KONZI | Never Let The Music Die

Forrest from indie/Alt rock band KONZI - originally from Austin, Texas - takes us inside his creative process, how the band was formed during the pandemic, and discusses some recent musical projects.

15m
Mar 26, 2024
Aspiring Headliner USA E36: VHS Celebs

Believe and sixtyhertz from electronica collective VHS Celebs, an unlikely duo that crossed paths chasing tornadoes across the US, join Headliner for a chat to discuss all things music, including their debut album .

34m
Mar 25, 2024
E334: Saint Saviour | The Making of Sunseeker

Saint Saviour, the alt-pop solo act from singer-songwriter Becky Jones, talks songwriting and the making of new album .

27m
Mar 20, 2024
E333: Emilie Levienaise-Farrouch | Scoring All Of Us Strangers

Emilie Levienaise-Farrouch delves into crafting the score for , starring Andrew Scott and Paul Mescal.

1h 4m
Mar 19, 2024
The Mix Room E83: SLOM

South Korean music producer SLOM – who first garnered attention when he appeared on 10 as judge and producer – talks about his journey into music production, the rise of hip-hop in South Korea, new music, and why he relies on Genelec monitors.

27m
Mar 18, 2024
Levels E5: Delanie Leyden | Quick off the Block

Audio engineer, producer, and singer songwriter Delanie Leyden recently sat down with Headliner to talk about her career to date, including her extensive work with US rap legend Busta Rhymes on his latest album project,.

22m
Mar 15, 2024
AKG Stories Behind the Sessions E2: Neal Pogue on recording TLC's Waterfalls

As part of AKG’s Stories Behind the Sessions Series, Grammy-winning producer Neal Pogue discusses some of his legendary projects and recording sessions, including TLC’s classic, .

10m
Mar 14, 2024
Aspiring Headliner E59: Beetlebug

Beetlebug (real name Auri Hanford) reflects on her songwriting journey and explains the inspiration behind new single,, which explores the feelings that arise when someone returns to one’s life just as unexpectedly as they had drifted away.

34m
Mar 13, 2024
E332: Alice Merton | run away girl

British-based singer-songwriter Alice Merton reflects on why she chose to own her master rights, the success of her two studio albums, and , and why new single, was inspired by being her own worst enemy.

28m
Mar 12, 2024
JBL Emerging Headliner E34: Alex Warren

California-born singer-songwriter Alex Warren reflects on overcoming the most unimaginable circumstances to carve out a name for himself as an exciting artist to watch, and one that has built an online community of over 26M followers. He delves into what inspired new singles and e, and reveals how he uses a AKG P220 mic, K240 MKII headphones and JBL 305P MKII monitors in his home studio.

31m
Mar 11, 2024
E331: Cerys Matthews | 6 Music Festival 2024

BBC Radio 6 Music presenter, broadcaster, and artist Cerys Matthews takes us inside this year’s 6 Music Festival and why the independent live music sector needs support like never before.

30m
Mar 05, 2024
E330: Alessandra | Life After Eurovision

Eurovision 2023 star Alessandra discusses her debut EP and what the future holds after her show-stopping performance at last years contest.

20m
Mar 04, 2024
The Mix Room E82: TOMS (The Only Music Shop)

Santhan Reddy – one of the owners of TOMS (The Only Music Shop), a music tech reseller in South Africa – reflects on the company’s journey from selling musical instruments to studio equipment, the changes in the South African audio and music industry over the years, and why he fell in love with Genelec monitors.

26m
Mar 01, 2024
Behind The Music E28: Sound of Fractures

Jamie Reddington – aka Sound of Fractures – a London-based electronic artist and producer, talks about new single and interactive project , which invites listeners to share photos and memories with the song that eventually become part of the artwork. He also reveals the Waves plugins that form a key part of his production process.

1h 25m
Feb 28, 2024
E329: The Snuts | Ditching the majors for independence

The Snuts frontman Jack Cochrane talks new album and why they have left their major label to forge their own independent path.

30m
Feb 27, 2024
E328: Deuxes | Yamaha Music London 2024 Ambassadors

We chat to London-based sister duo Deuxes about their entry into the world of music and what their Yamaha Music London 2024 ambassadorship means for the future.

24m
Feb 26, 2024
E327: John Bramwell | The Light Fantastic

Former I Am Kloot frontman John Bramwell joins for his first interview in six years to discuss the making of his new solo album and the events that surrounded its creation.

38m
Feb 22, 2024
E326: Middle Kids | Faith Crisis Pt 1

Middle Kids singer and songwriter Hannah Joy takes Headliner inside the making of the bands new album .

32m
Feb 21, 2024
The Mix Room E81: Alvaro Marin

Alvaro Marin, a recording and mixing engineer based out of Warner Music Spain Studios (The Music Station) in Madrid talks about working with Shakira, Becky G and Netflix, the meteoric rise in the latin music industry and why Genelec monitors have made a lasting impression on him.

29m
Feb 20, 2024
Tech Talk E1: Blake Jackson

In this Harman Tech Talk interview, Blake Jackson, senior director of video and control for North America at Harman Professional, examines how AMX’s video and control products are transforming the work space.

14m
Feb 19, 2024
Headliner USA E159: Real Estate | Martin Courtney on making Daniel

Real Estate singer and chief songwriter Martin Courtney joins Headliner for an in-depth look at the making of the bands sixth studio album .

36m
Feb 19, 2024
Aspiring Headliner E58: Girl w/The Pearl

Bristol/London based trio Girl w/The Pearl talk about forming the band, how they met, and their new single, , which is about well-off suburban kids forced to face the harsh realities of life.

30m
Feb 15, 2024
JBL Emerging Headliner E33: Ganavya

South-Asian vocalist, multi-instrumentalist and composer Ganavya opens up about her upcoming studio album,, the meaning behind the album’s lead single, , and explains why she uses an AKG P220 vocal condenser mic, K240 MKII headphones and JBL 305P MKII compact powered studio monitors in her home studio.

48m
Feb 14, 2024
AKG Stories Behind the Sessions E5: Cliff Martinez

As part of AKG’s Stories Behind the Sessions Series, legendary radio and television presenter, producer, and journalist Nic Harcourt interviews musician, film composer and early Red Hot Chili Peppers drummer Cliff Martinez on recording the band’s first two albums and his process of film scoring, including the films and others for Director Steven Soderbergh. 

15m
Feb 14, 2024
AKG Stories Behind the Sessions E6: Rudy Sarzo

As part of AKG’s Stories Behind the Sessions Series, legendary radio and television presenter, producer, and journalist Nic Harcourt interviews hard rock/heavy metal bassist Rudy Sarzo about his work with Quiet Riot, Ozzy Osbourne, and his friendship with guitarist Randy Rhodes.

17m
Feb 14, 2024
AKG Stories Behind the Sessions E4: Adrian Young

As part of AKG’s Stories Behind the Sessions Series, legendary radio and television presenter, producer, and journalist Nic Harcourt interviews No Doubt drummer and producer Adrian Young on making No Doubts platinum-certified breakthrough album, , that has sold over 20 million copies. 

10m
Feb 14, 2024
AKG Stories Behind the Sessions E7: Robert Margouleff

As part of AKG’s Stories Behind the Sessions Series, legendary radio and television presenter, producer, and journalist Nic Harcourt interviews producer Robert Margouleff about his work with Devo, Stevie Wonder, Malcolm Cecil, and the invention of the TONTO synth. 

21m
Feb 14, 2024