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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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Cameron Richardson, an internationally sought-after vocal teacher who is renowned for his work with clients in lead roles on Broadway, London’s West End and in TV and film, discusses his approach to vocal coaching, how he helps West End stars reach their potential, and delves into pivoting into creating his own music with his debut single, The Other Side Of Blue.
Coyle Girelli, who, after finding success in previous bands Your Vegas and The Chevin, and co-writing for the likes of BTS and Westlife, has now stepped out as a solo artist with a classic songwriting sound. He chats about his new album, Out Of This Town, a long-awaited collection of songs co-written with Elvis Presley collaborator Mac Davies, featuring duets with KT Tunstall and Cassandra Lewis.
Chelsea and Grace, aka debdepan, are a female duo from Margate who make genre-blurring alternative music, influenced by dark pop, dance and grunge. The duo talk about their musical influences and their new EP, Lovers & Others – a collection that chronicles the complexities of love, identity, and friendship through the duo’s dramatised lens.
Few tracks capture the timeless groove of The Brand New Heavies quite like You Are the Universe. Released in 1997 as part of the band’s platinum-certified album Shelter, the song’s uplifting lyrics and irresistible funk-soul groove have made it a fan favourite across the globe, cementing the band’s place as pioneers of acid jazz. Andrew Levy, who’s been The Brand New Heavies’ bassist since the group formed in the late ‘80s, reflects on the group's enduring appeal, why they never go out of sty...
Fresh off his headline tour across Asia, L.A.-based pop artist and producer, elijah woods discusses the misunderstandings that come with having a very similar name to a certain The Lord of the Rings actor, talks about his new single, Slicked Back Hair, and reveals what to expect from his debut album, Can We Talk?.
Before Earthworks Audio was founded in ‘95, there was dbx, the company that put David Blackmer’s name in the pro audio hall of fame. Now his son, Dan Blackmer, is carrying the torch. Dan reflects on growing up surrounded by audio ingenuity, carrying the Blackmer mantle, and steering a company where every product is as much a tool as it is a testament to a family’s lifelong pursuit of sonic excellence.
UK singer Mae Stephens talks about her new single, Tiny Voice, which is a tongue-in-cheek exploration of her intrusive thoughts. She also reflects on how ADHD has shaped her life and songwriting, and the viral success of If We Ever Broke Up.
After leaving her deeply religious home state of Florida in order to flourish as an artist, Gatlin found herself as an alternative pop and Americana artist when relocating to Nashville and then Los Angeles. She reflects on this, and delves into her debut album, The Eldest Daughter, which deals with coming out, depression, and finding herself away from her religious upbringing.
Andrei Irimia is a Romanian pianist and composer on a mission to bring his cutting-edge contemporary sounds from Bucharest to the wider world. His third album is on the way, as well as a European tour – Light and Shadows – coming in September with stops in Berlin, Barcelona, and Paris. He chats to Headliner about the resistance he had to overcome with people on the more traditional side of the Romanian classical music scene, and his new singles, including the sprawling epic track, Obsidian.
Guvna B is a musician and rapper from Newham, London, growing up in the same area as the likes of Kano, Ghetts, and Dizzee Rascal. Despite limited music opportunities growing up, he’s become a leading voice in the UK’s rap and hip-hop scene, and also works as a football pundit for Sky Sports. He chats to Headliner about his work as co-chair of Youth Music and helping some of the underrepresented voices in the UK, who could be the next Stormzy or Little Simz.
American singer, songwriter, record producer, and co-founder and frontman of the pop rock band One Republic, Ryan Tedder talks about music that ties him to a specific time in his life, his opinions on how modern songwriting has changed, writing for today’s music consumers with TikTok attention spans, and One Republic’s brand new album, OneRepublic: The Collection, which assembles almost 20 years of hits.
Paris-born, London-based artist Tanis talks about how her multicultural upbringing shapes her sound, and she delves into the inspiration behind her new single, Kid, which is about the complexities of adult life and the longing to relive her childhood and to go back to a simpler time.
Filipe Messeder delves into his role as sound designer and sound effects editor on the no.1 box office horror film, Weapons, the new movie from Barbarian director and writer Zach Cregger. He discusses how he terrorised audiences with his sound design in Dolby Atmos, reveals his favourite sonic moments in some key scenes (including *that* ending) and he explains how he developed a device nicknamed ‘the Rumbler’ for the film’s unsettling soundscape.
Born in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, Wizard Chan is a hip hop and afrobeats artist masterfully combining the traditional musical sounds of Africa with contemporary African pop. It’s getting him noticed internationally, with songs like Earth Song and Loner (Alone) doing huge numbers on TikTok and streaming platforms. He chats to Headliner about his new album, Healers Chapel, which deals with his own healing journey, and his hopes it will take his listeners on a healing path themselves.
Headliner’s Dolby Atmos-certified Darkwood Studios seems as fitting a spot as any for a conversation with Gary Spittle. The British-born, California-based entrepreneur is the founder of Sonical - a disruptive, forward thinking audio brand which is currently on the cusp of delivering something quite remarkable: think immersive, wireless, and completely lossless.
Norwegian indie and dream-pop artist Yndling is an Oslo-based artist crafting songs that are a melting pot of shoegaze, trip-hop, and Scandinavian sounds. She delves into her second album – released in two parts – Time Time Time (I’m In The Palm Of Your Hand).
Composers John Murphy and David Fleming talk about their discussions with director James Gunn about new creative avenues for the iconic John Williams Superman theme, bringing a fresh musical perspective to Superman in 2025, and Murphy reveals how Genelec monitors weren’t just key for this film, but for his entire career in the industry.
Singer-songwriter Newton Faulkner discusses his new record, Octopus – an album that defies genres and any concept of the folk-indie sound he broke through with almost 20 years ago.
Irish singer-songwriter, Odhrán Murphy, who blends folk, country, and acoustic music, delves into his new EP, Stuck In The Middle, ahead of his upcoming headline tours of Ireland and the UK.
Gustavo Menéndez, President of Latin America and U.S. Latin for Warner Chappell Music, provides an insight into the future of Latin music, Latinos’ pivotal role in the music industry, and how success lies in cultivating intimate connections with songwriters that result in timeless songs and iconic artists.
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