The Urchin Studios Podcast

Matt and Dan attempt a brand new format - weekly episodes instead of once every 6 months. Will this innovative approach last? Or will it fall on its face before Christmas? Find out in today's episode!   Contact the podcast at podcast@urchinstudios.co.uk or visit www.urchinstudios.co.uk to find out more about our London recording studios

Matt, Dan and Lucy continue their conversation around the history of Urchin Studios including the times they made a 'wrong record', dealt with a flood in the studio and helped soundtrack a John Lewis advert

Welcome back to a new series of podcasts from the team at Urchin Studios at their new HQ in Hackney Wick, East London, UK   In this episode co-founders Matt and Dan are joined by producer and recording artist Lucy Tun to discuss how Urchin began back in the Spring of 2007

The Urchin Studios podcast is back! This time around Matt chats to singer-songwriter Jordan Mackampa. A playlist of music discussed in the podcast is available on our website at www.urchinstudios.co.uk/podcast

Matt chats to legendary A&R man Chris Briggs about the continual influence of radio for new music, the value of pragmatism and the importance of keeping your mouth shut in the studio. Originally published 3rd July 2016

Matt sits down and chats to music writer Tom Hannan about the passing of a Legend, music fandom and the perils of watching bands at festivals. Originally published 31st May 2016

Matt sits down and chats with The Staves. They cover all the big topics including the history of the band, the correct pronunciation of 'Bon Iver' and which character from Wind In the Willows would be most fun to go for a pint with. Originally published 1st May 2016

Matt talks with long time Rolling Stones producer Chris Kimsey about the history of Olympic Studios, getting drum sounds and working with Mick, Keith, Charlie and co. Originally published 6th April 2016

Metronomy drummer Anna Prior joins Matt at the studio for a chat. Topics of discussion include the perception of gender in music, growing up in Doncaster and personal hygiene on tour. Originally published 1st March 2016

Matt talks with drumming legend Andy Newmark about working with John Lennon, Sly and the Family Stone, Roxy Music and David Bowie. Originally published 31st January 2016

Matt talks to Urchin Studios co-founder about the recording process, production styles, and feminist themed guitar pedals. Originally published 2nd January 2016

Urchin Studios Podcast is back! This time Matt talks to Trangressive Records and Love Live Media co-founder Toby L. Topics of conversation include getting started in the music business, defining the term A&R and going on after Queen at Live Aid. Originally published 6th October 2015

Once again, Urchin Studios Podcast is on tour and joining Matt for a chat is Marika Hackman. First Published 5th August 2015

Matt talks to the Nashville based singer and songwriter Gill Landry. Originally published 30th June 2015

Joining Matt today is musician Jeremy Warmsley who is one half of the electro-pop band Summercamp. Topics include drum machines, self producing and the merits of mixing whilst browsing the internet. Originally published 30th April 2015

Matt's guest today is the musician Rae Morris. The topics of conversation include recording, life on the road and the similarities between L.A. and Blackpool. Originally published 2nd April 2015

Matt chats to musician Laura Marling about interviews, comic books and becoming a guitar geek. Originally published 2nd March 2015

Matt chats to musician Fyfe Dangerfield about the songwriting process, lyrics and panthers with cockney accents. Originally published 2nd February 2015

Matt chats to Adam Betts of Three Trapped Tigers about their careers, childhood musical obsessions, and the 'pains of being a drummer'. Originally published 5th November 2014

Matt and Dan discuss attention grabbing music, Coachella and perform excerpts from the Lord of Rings soundtrack (apologies in advance) Artists mentioned: Grimes CeeLo Green Lump Blur Oasis Laura Marling Nigel Olsen (Elton John’s Drummer) Lizzy McAlpine Brian Eno Hanz Zimmer Ludwig Göransson Producer/engineers mentioned: Bob Clearmountain Stock Aitken Waterman -------------------------------- Something to say to us? E-mail podcast@urchinstudios.co.uk
 Visit www.urchinstudios.co.uk to learn more about our London recording studios