Stories that shine a spotlight on pioneering thinkers who forge new paths in their respective fields or those oddball eccentrics exploring the weird and wonderful.
Known for his stark and bold style of mixing, sound designer Johnnie Burn derives his unique approach to sound by tuning into the inherent musicality found in everyday objects, and the world of wonder that they can inspire.
Swedish perfumer Johan Bergelin draws on the power of scent, sound and Jimi Hendrix for the basis of his boundary-pushing fragrance brand, 19-69.
Susan Rogers chose the profession of sound engineering for its logic and practicality, yet her career has been a tale in artistry, having been responsible for fine-tuning the music of collaborators like Prince. Tune into her extraordinary journey of how a little girl growing up beside Disneyland became one of the most celebrated audio technicians today.
British sound designer Sasha Lewis on the meditative nature of tea and music, starting his own tea company, and more.
Memory, both melancholic and nostalgic, underpins Grammy-nominated jazz singer Jamie Cullum’s new Christmas album, ‘The Pianoman at Christmas’. Listen in as he breaks down the melodies and chord progressions of his original festive compositions, and offers his thoughts on the rituals to be found in the music of this time of the year.
Sound is a breathing, vibrating thing to Emmy-nominated musician, composer and producer, Hannah Peel. Harnessing the intersection of sound, nature and psychology, her soundscapes translate concepts like memory into visceral experiences that are microscopic and expansive all at once.
The life of distinguished nature recordist Chris Watson is a lesson in truly listening to the world around us. But as habitats vanish due to global warming, his pursuit has become a race to preserve the sounds of our planet before they go silent forever.
“Art is a continual process.” Multi-disciplinary artist Tony Galloway talks to Sound of Life about self-discovery, inspiration, music, and working with singer-songwriter Troye Sivan.
