Headliner Radio

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.

Three-time Emmy-winning composer, Gary Lionelli discusses his Primetime Emmy-nominated score for the Oscar-winning film, O.J.: Made in America, which depicts the rise and fall of O.J. Simpson, teases some new projects he's been working on, and reveals why he relies on Genelec studio monitors for his score work.

Welsh actor and musician of Game of Thrones fame, Iwan Rheon, makes his return to music with his second album, I Just Wish I'd Never Gone To Space. He discusses recording his debut album, Dinard during his intensive Thrones shooting schedule, and having much more time to record and co-produce this new album, its stunning lead single Forward Motion, and why he has no wishes to be a pop or rock star.

British sound designer Johnnie Burn delves into his work as the re-recording mixer, sound designer and supervising sound editor on post apocalyptic horror film, 28 Years Later. He discusses sonic callbacks to 2002's 28 Days Later, how the sounds of the infected have evolved, the use of the 1915 Taylor Holmes recording of Rudyard Kipling's Boots, the inspiration he took from filming locations, how the multi-camera iPhone rigs' bullet-time effects affected the sound design, the studio tech he couldn't have done it without, and *that* ending.

Steven Lewis, CEO of Heroes Have Heroes (a series of interviews with high profile figures in the fields of sports, music, TV, film and business) discusses why he created the initiative and reveals who people can expect to see on series two.

Singer, songwriter and musician Lukas Nelson opens up about his new album, American Romance – his first as a solo artist, and how he found inspiration in the country that raised him. He discusses standout tracks on the record, the making of the album, his father's legacy and how he built his career entirely on his own merit, and speaks about the way country music endures, and is evolving.

Nashville-based artist Madison Watkins reflects on appearing on American Idol, going viral on TikTok with her original song, Curls, and her new EP, Letting Go, the difficult period in her life that inspired it, and writing her first song about her faith.  

British producer, songwriter, guitarist, and engineer, Sean Genockey reflects on touring the world as guitarist with Moke in the late ‘90s, before making his name as a producer and engineer, and provides an insight into his recent work at Metropolis studios with Irish indie rock band New Dad, and Ronnie Wood. He also explains why he recently installed Genelec 8351B monitors in his studio.

Liverpool-based singer-songwriter St Catherine's Child speaks to Headliner about the release of her debut album, This Might Affect You – a powerful catharsis about the drawn-out loss of her father to illness.

Austin-based artist Taylor Rae delves into her new album, The Void, produced by Grammy-winning artist/producer Eric Krasno. The anticipated follow-up to her acclaimed debut Mad Twenties, The Void is filled with the most personal songs of her career.

After dropping out of the Berklee College of Music and deciding a career in music wasn't going to happen, Avery Lynch began uploading covers and songs for fun to TikTok, and quickly realised music wasn't done with her yet. Having signed with Sony and with her new EP on the way, she chats to Headliner about new single, Lasting Effects and making raw and honest music with her producer boyfriend in their tiny home in Los Angeles.

Milkie Way and Sam Matlock are Wargasm, a duo with a sound that comprises nu-metal, hardcore and electronic. They met and bonded over a shared love of Limp Bizkit, and a few years later had frontman Fred Durst guest on their track Bang Ya Head. Following their 2023 debut album release Venom, Wargasm have parted ways with record labels and have released Vigilantes. The duo discuss their latest single for the band's new independent era.

UK singer-songwriter Jack Garratt reflects on the ups and downs of his career so far, wanting to quit music altogether, and delves into the inspiration and making of his new album, Pillars, which will be available in August 2025.

Supervising sound editor, Nina Hartstone reflects on her journey from the cutting rooms at Pinewood Studios as a trainee, to where she is today, and delves into her sound design and ADR work on 1994's Interview with a Vampire, 2013's Gravity, Bohemian Rhapsody, and 2023's Saltburn (including *that* plug scene), and Black Mirror's Black Museum episode. She also explains why Genelec speakers have been her monitors of choice throughout her career. 

Having worked together as assistants to film composer veteran Lorne Balfe for several years, Max Aruj and Alfie Godfrey have had their biggest career breakthrough yet on the Final Reckoning, the latest, and possibly last, movie in the Mission: Impossible franchise. They chat to Headliner about the huge undertaking of scoring the film, creating the music for its two jaw-dropping set pieces, and rubbing shoulders with superstar lead actor Tom Cruise.

Having spent two years presenting BBC 6 Music's New Music Fix show with Tom Ravenscroft, Deb Grant is now joined by new co-host Nathan Shepherd. This also means the pair have the golden ticket to Glastonbury 2025, and will be key parts of the BBC's mammoth coverage of one of the world's biggest music festivals. Grant and Shepherd chat to Headliner about being part of the 6 Music Family, and what to expect from the BBC at Glastonbury this year.

Eurovision 2025 winner, JJ reflects on winning Eurovision 2025 with his powerful debut single Wasted Love, the inspiration behind it, and delves into his musical influences and reveals what's next from him.

Singer-songwriter Dylan Cartlidge opens up about his latest single, The Greatness, how his past and feeling like an outsider has led him on a unique path to self discovery, why he writes positive songs rather than sad ones, and reveals what to expect from his second album, Lucky Shot, which is out later this year.

London-based vocal producer, recording engineer, and songwriter Ramera Abraham relocated from Canada to learn her trade at the Abbey Road Institute, before her work at Metropolis Studios saw her part in sessions with Adele, Nick Cave, and Elton John. She chats to Headliner about helping to make more space for female engineers, her favourite production gear, and her work with Little Mix and Jade.

Three decades in and with over 10 million albums sold, trip-hop duo Morcheeba are back with their eleventh album, Escape The Chaos. Singer Skye Edwards chats to Headliner about singing with Pavarotti, writing one of the band's most cinematic albums yet, and the group's ups and downs over the years.

Composer Mark Orton reflects on scoring The Holdovers, and more recently, On Swift Horses, starring Jacob Elordi and Daisy Edgar-Jones, and describes why he relies on Genelec monitors to mix his scores at his Camp Watertown studio.

Critically acclaimed vocalist, songwriter, and producer, Emily Saunders opens up about her path to music, and her new album, Moon Shifts Oceans – a soul-infused record that blends smoky vocals with jazz-fusion and folk-pop.

Berlin-based Irish-Norwegian artist Tara Nome Doyle discusses the making of her new album, Ekko, which she produced most of herself – intentionally keeping the musical palette simple. 

Singer-songwriter Empara Mi, whose music has been heard in Transformers, The Traitors, Fortnite, and Our Planet, delves into her new singles, I Can't, and Masochist.

UK alt-rock band KillerStar discuss their musical journey and the release of their album, Live At The 100 Club, a recording taken from their debut show at a sold-out 100 Club. 

Chilean-born, Brooklyn-based THEKOIWAY delves into themes of diversity and the complexities of everyday life in new album, El Juego de la Vida (The Game of Life), which blends genres such as soul, R&B, hip-hop, funk, Andean folk, and traditional Latin influences.

Vaudeville Sound Canada's Mirko Vogel (managing partner) and Miguel Arauj (supervising sound editor) delve into Vaudeville's services in creative sound design and mixing, its focus on immersive audio, standout projects, and how Genelec studio monitors are instrumental across the studio's branches across the UK, US and Canada.

GRAMMY-nominated Australian producer and songwriter Mild Minds talks about his journey so far, explains why the industry should embrace AI, and talks about the making of his album, GEMINI. 

Australian pop, rock and indie singer-songwriter Majelen reflects on her musical journey, and delves into the inspiration behind her debut album,  Stuck With You, which was recorded at Abbey Road studios.

Following the stratospheric success of their debut single, That's Not My Name in 2008, indie duo The Ting Tings have been committed to using that platform to reinvent themselves and put songwriting first with each album. They delve into their new album, Home, which sees a big shift into music inspired by Fleetwood Mac, The Eagles, and Toto.

Amsterdam-based sound supervisor and audio engineer Huub Lelieveld reflects on his career to date – having spent the past 25 years travelling the world, delivering live mixes and broadcast sound for some of the biggest events in the calendar – the realities of working on large international productions, and why Lawo consoles have become a key part of his setup.

French-Korean L.A.-based artist, spill tab – who has collaborated with Metronomy and supported Sabrina Carpenter on tour – opens up about her debut album, ANGIE, singing in English and French, her huge support slot for Charli XCX in Paris this Summer, and how Guinness tastes different around the world.

DJ, producer and curator Kikelomo Oludemi delves into the making of new documentary, We Become One, which examines the transformative power of music. Oludemi reflects on what she discovered about the profound power of music while making the film, and explains why club spaces need to be protected.

Blair Gilmour, a multi-instrumentalist and singer/songwriter from Irvine, Scotland, reflects on immersing himself in music at a young age, and what inspired recent single, Burning Up – a feel-good, energetic anthem that explores being so emotionally attached to someone or something, that you are willing to sacrifice your mental well-being. 

Alt-pop singer-songwriter REIGNS reflects on her musical journey, how her sound has developed, the highs and lows of the industry, and the backstory of her recent single, Collateral Damage – a collaboration with London producer Waives.

Welsh pop-punk band Punk Rock Factory, who became a surprise sensation with their hi-octane takes on throwbacks hits like Let It Go, the Power Rangers theme and Mamma Mia, talk about their riotous take on the B*Witched smash, C'est La Vie - taken from their new album, All Hands On Deck.

Parisian indie-pop quartet Later. reflect on the band's journey so far, and the meaning behind their recent single Hold On / Lean On Me, taken from their new album, Golden Bay.

Artist, writer and multi-instrumentalist Loney Dear explains why he's taking production back to basics, why he no longer craves acceptance from the music industry, and how he's gone from making music in a basement using basic tools, to a professional studio using cutting-edge music production technology, Steinberg's Cubase 14.

Ezra Collective's Ife Ogunjobi on reimagining the work of Chet Baker, his new single, Speak Low, and why he's keeping a level head amidst Ezra Collective's unstoppable success.

Rising UK-born, L.A.-based dance-pop artist Ella Rosa delves into her musical backstory, from being raised in the English countryside and trained in classical music and opera at The New School in NYC, and talks about her recent single, STAY 4 LOVE.

UK singer-songwriter Emily Jade talks about the hustle to get to where she is now and the creative process behind her upcoming EP, Liquid Love.

Cassia, a three-piece indie-pop band from Macclesfield, UK, reflect on their musical journey so far, playing huge festivals, and their recent single, Friends.

Australian producer and DJ Young Franco discusses his path through the music industry, and his new album, It's Franky Baby.

French-Cameroonian artist and producer James BKS (who has collaborated with will.i.am, and who produced the hit track New Breed featuring Little Simz, Q Tip and Idris Elba) speaks to Headliner about coming into his own as a vocalist and solo artist on new singles On My Way and Waka Go.

Driftwood Choir (made up of Portair and Ed Prosek) discuss the duo's self-titled album, how they joined forces after bonding over a spirit of wanderlust, and why they created an uplifting album about change, connecting with nature and people.

David Allred, a prolific composer and producer based in Portland, Oregon, talks about his new album, The Beautiful World, which captures an enriched, realised understanding of why he composes in the first place.

Guitarist, record producer and composer Andy Sneap delves into the production process for Judas Priest's 19th studio album, Invincible Shield, reveals new music he's working on with the band, and explains why he'll never mix a Judas Priest record in Dolby Atmos. He also shares why he's been using Genelec 1031 studio monitors for years.

GRAMMY Award-winning Michael Perez-Cisneros, one of New York's most prominent and respected sound engineers, talks about his love of music, his creative process, how Merging's Horus has shaped his workflow and how, after 30 years, he's still honing his craft.

Grammy-winning songwriter and music producer Jon Shave breaks down the writing and producing process for the brand new Sugababes song, Jungle, and shares an insight into how he co-wrote and produced tracks including Sympathy Is a Knife, I think about it all the time and So I for Charli XCX's multi GRAMMY and BRIT Award-winning album, Brat.

UK singer-songwriter and bedroom producer Ellie Dixon delves into the inspiration behind and making of new singles, Guts and Knight Shift, and discusses how she went from an anxious teenager to becoming an artist, her musical inspirations, the highs and lows that come from being signed and dropped, social media pressures, making money from streaming platforms, The Lord of the Rings, and what to expect from her new EP.

Genre-blending country artist Chase Matthew chats to Headliner about leaving North America for the first time as he heads to the UK for his tour, finding out Keith Urban is a huge fan, and his new album, CHASE.