FaceCulture: Giving You The People Behind The Music

Video interview with French DJ and producer Paul Armand-Delille (Polocorp) from electronic music duo Polo & Pan. FaceCulture spoke with Paul about his first impression of musical partner Alex, opening up for collabs, the success of the debut album Caravelle, working on Cyclorama, Ani Kuni, the visual aspect of what they do, Requiem, the production process, translating the songs to a live setting, Magic, the line between upbeat and corny, and a lot more! (21/06/2021) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Video interview with singer-songwriter Mike Rosenberg, better known as Passenger. FaceCulture spoke with Mike about a year without live shows, extra work on Songs for the Drunk and Broken Hearted, music in difficult times, the full spectrum of emotions, the title track, character based writing, Nothing Aches Like a Broken Heart, the emotionality of a song, people connecting to his music, drowning your sorrows, strength through vulnerability, and a lot more! (7/01/2021) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kate about: 0:00 having multiple forms of creative expression 2:37 the reality of a creative life 5:18 songwriting with Dan Carey 9:40 the difficulties of writing 10:35 The Line Is A Curve 12:15 having friends contribute to the album 15:30 Priority Boredom 17:35 the role of a writer 19:19 inspiration from other artists 20:44 the audience 22:28 accepting failure 26:31 the most truthful take Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jonathan about: 0:00 Marzipan 3:30 coloring outside of the lines, 5:24 going with your gut 7:37 how Eat The Worm was made 9:18 a narrative style of writing 12:30 Hey Love 15:50 what music means to him 17:30 Wim Hof 17:48 playing the album live Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Video interview with vocalist Tatiana Shmailyuk and bassist Eugene Abdukhanov from Ukrainian progressive metalcore band Jinjer. FaceCulture spoke with Tatiana and Eugene rising in popularity, releasing the new album Wallflowers, adjust to life without touring, music as escapism, the writing process, working on the sound of the new album, Tatiana needing pressure to write lyrics, being a live-oriented band, high-flowing poetry, improvising with vocals, personal lyrics, Copycat and authenticity in art, creating something of your own, and a lot more! (05/08/2021) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Video interview with American singer-songwriter Jason Mraz and his cat. FaceCulture spoke with Jason about feeling priveledged during social distancing, Gratitude, taking the good with the bad, using music to combat depression, what makes a song great, reggae music, his new album Look For The Good, You Do You, self-acceptance and mindfulness, our common humanity, and a lot more! (12/06/2020) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In deze podcast blikken Rinus Gerritsen, Michel van Dijk en Shell Schellekens met presentator en interviewer Martin Kuiper terug op het album Gerritsen en Van Dijk uit 1979. De iconische soloplaat van Rinus Gerritsen en Michel van Dijk uit 1979 is opnieuw tot leven gebracht in een frisse, krachtige nieuwe versie — remastered door Erik Kuylaars. Het album klinkt nu helderder, dieper en authentieker dan ooit. Deze release vormt de officiële aftrap van het solo project van Rinus Gerritsen, waarin binnenkort veel nieuw, eigen werk verschijnt. Bij elk nieuw nummer hoort een eigen podcast, met telkens verschillende zangers, zangeressen en drummers en andere muzikanten die meewerken aan de nieuwe composities. Zo krijgt iedere track een uniek verhaal en een unieke muzikale kleur. Voor het oorspronkelijke Gerritsen & Van Dijk-album is er nu al een complete videopodcast, waarin Rinus, Michel van Dijk en Shell Schellekens terugkijken op de opnames, de verhalen en de sfeer van deze bijzondere plaat, gepresenteerd en geïnterviewd door Martin Kuiper, opgenomen door Rob von Römer. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Video interview with George “Johnny 3 Tears” Ragan from the American rap rock band Hollywood Undead. FaceCulture spoke with Johnny about the song Idol, dealing with a global crisis, Heart of a Champion, the soundtrack of our lives, the universality of music, writing for New Empire Vol. 2, Coming Home, looking for a silver lining in these times, inspiring people with music, songs that had a big impact on his own life, and a lot more! (30/10/2020) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sonia about: 0:00 living a nomadic lifestyle 1:42 Shipibo healing 4:01 why it took a while to make a new album 5:26 Amen 7:13 'Forgiveness Is' and her miscarriage 9:30 ancestors visiting her in her dreams 21:00 the importance of dreams 27:16 Rosa 29:15 Living Through Collapse 32:11 forgiveness Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Video interview with drummer Joe Seaward from psychedelic pop band Glass Animals. FaceCulture spoke with Joe about gearing up towards the third album Dreamland, suffering a terrible accident, a time for reflection, not taking things for granted, finding out who the people around you really are, the first rehearsal after the accident, the songwriting for Dreamland, Your Love, how he connects with all of the songs on the album, songs that make you feel, not being able to tour the album, finding new ways to present the album, and a lot more! (21/07/2020) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Johnny and Tré about: 0:00 when Tré joined the band 2:11 being like a family 4:33 an exchange of musical influences 8:38 the new album You Broke Me 10:09 Through Being Blue Over You 13:17 staying present 14:36 learning from The Rolling Stones 16:20 honing your craft Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex about: 0:00 his music being recognized 5:54 reactions to Kimiyo 9:07 a transformation through music 11:48 surviving a cardiac surgery gone wrong 16:50 the musical ideas on Kimiyo 19:30 staying positive 22:28 accepting changes in himself 26:06 his father's passing and going solo Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Video interview with Faroese singer, songwriter and musician Eivør Pálsdóttir. FaceCulture spoke with Eivør about growing up in a secluded place, being close to nature, electronic and organic sounds, how she starts on a new album, the new album Segl, her creative force, opening up for collaborations, Only Love with Ásgeir, Let It Come, listening to your inner voice, contrasts, a crossroads in her life, creative freedom, the title Segl (sail), hope, Patience, making people feel something, and a lot more! (08/09/2020) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Video interview with drummer and producer David Maclean from art rock band Django Django. FaceCulture spoke with David about creativity during lockdown, escapism, seeing the world, Waking Up, the start of the band, looking back at the debut record, the process of making an album, Glowing in the Dark, Kick the Devil Out, combining seriousness with humor, making a cohesive collection of songs, taking on production duties, Got Me Worried, putting together the live show, shows still being cancelled, and a lot more! (20/01/2021) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Video interview with Steven Ansell who alongside Laura-Mary Carter forms English alternative rock duo Blood Red Shoes. FaceCulture spoke with Steven about not fitting in in Brighton, the punk spirit, dealing with the lockdown, Laura learning to drive, the tone of the new album Ghosts On Tape, MORBID FASCINATION, stripped down tracks, lyric writing, I AM NOT YOU, not being able to play live, pride for what they have accomplished, the secret of longevity, serial killer podcasts and documentaries, and a lot more! (13/01/2022) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Benson about: 0:00 how he discovered he could sing 2:51 his artistic side 4:36 his first real concert 7:04 having immediate success 8:48 living life in order to write songs 11:31 What Was 14:03 emotional songs 16:10 love from fans 17:51 working on a full album Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hannes about: 0:00 growing up around music 2:30 his guitar style 5:03 writing for LoveCop 8:40 what makes a good Royal Republic song 10:55 creative freedom 13:34 keeping the listener guessing 16:20 an 80s influence 18:20 the essence of the band 22:11 enjoying the little things 24:53 playing the new songs live 27:15 best and worst moment on stage Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Video interview with vocalist, keyboard player and songwriter Dan Smith from English indie rock band Bastille. FaceCulture spoke with Dan about the new album Give Me The Future, his modes of escaping the world, seeing Big Thief live, their music being about escapism, his style of songwriting, being more certain in what he wants to say, using sci-fi to tell stories with substance, Future Holds, a poem by Riz Ahmed, how we perceive the future, creating a fictional world for the album, songwriting as an escape, learning to be a frontman, how he feels on stage, having a #1 album again, what’s next for the band, and a lot more! (01/03/2022) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Zoltan about: 0:00 being forced to take a break 2:40 what drives him 4:18 living life to the fullest 5:54 manifesting thoughts 7:45 wanting to be an astronaut 9:13 getting started on AfterLife 11:17 the band being polarizing 13:00 success and envy 14:59 fresh energy in the band 17:04 true creative freedom 18:18 the concept of AfterLife 21:38 a cultural paradigm shift 24:31 near-death experiences 27:01 psychedelic experiences 29:25 Judgement Day Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hamish about: 0:00 the song 'Questionable Hit' 4:47 discomfort in songwriting 6:30 'Juliets as Epithet' 9:55 the eb and flow of life 11:19 the title 'A Firmer Hand' 13:19 'Big Cat Tattoos' 18:21 sexuality and competitiveness 23:33 being uncompromising in his writing 26:33 Tommy Cooper's death 31:15 feeling more comfortable on stage Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.