Music Travel Guide

What makes someone stop and really listen when you talk about your music?In today's episode, I am dropping into a highlight from a recent live Q&A inside our Club, featuring none other than Allie Silver, world music artist manager and founder of Free Radical Productions.Over the past decade, Allie has managed and produced more than 50 international tours across 37 countries, bringing artists to some of the most iconic venues and festivals on the planet. Through her acclaimed Band Therapy program, she's helped countless artists and industry pros build strong, sustainable global careers. In our conversation,Allie gets right into how to present yourself in a way that stands out, starting with one of the most powerful tools you have: your elevator pitch. She shares super actionable tips on how to weave your story and uniqueness into a pitch that truly grabs attention.Let's talk about today's episode: 

How do you find the right creative partners? How do you build a thriving music community around you? To break it all down, I'm sitting down with Alexander Flood—one of Australia's most forward-thinking and versatile drummers.His sound is a fusion of nu-jazz, deep house, broken beat, DnB, funk, and experimental vibes—completely his own. Back in 2020, just a few years after topping his jazz program, he signed with US label Stretch Music and dropped his debut album, Heartbeat.Two years later, he followed it up with The Space Between—an album that wasn't just about the music but about connection, featuring heavy-hitters like Christian Scott and Vivian Sessoms.And that's exactly what we're diving into today.In this episode, Alexander breaks down what it really takes to collaborate as an artist—how he finds creative partners, builds an artistic community, and brings people together to make meaningful music. We're also talking about the evolution of contemporary jazz and getting an exclusive look at his upcoming album, Artifactual Rhythm. This is a conversation you don't want to miss!Check out the Table of Contents

I love the music and energy that emerge from artists who make their multi-creative sides shine together contagiously. One such artist is James Berkeley.As an instrumentalist, vocalist, and producer, James has established himself in the UK jazz, soul, and R&B scenes through a wide range of musical projects.Whether delivering electrifying live performances with his band Yakul or working behind the scenes producing and writing for other artists, he's built an impressive reputation.He's worked extensively with legendary jazz outfit Incognito, and his collaboration with R&B powerhouse Mereba has racked up over a million streams, all leading up to Yakul's acclaimed 2021 debut, Rise Indigo.Now, James is stepping into the spotlight as a solo artist—plus, his debut album drops this year!Beyond his music, James is passionate about sharing his journey. He offers insights and advice to fellow musicians on social media. With over a decade in the industry, he uses his experience to help others carve their paths.That's exactly why I wanted to interview him—to learn about his creative process, deep connection to jazz, soul, and R&B, and how he's crafted such a unique sound. We also get into the art of building an authentic online presence in today's music world.Trust me, you won't want to miss this one. Enjoy the conversation!Let's talk about today's episode: 

If there's one musician who truly embodies resilience, it's Lakecia Benjamin.Just a couple of weeks ago, at the 60th Jazzfest Berlin, I had the privilege of sitting down with powerhouse saxophonist Lakecia Benjamin for an inspiring conversation. Throughout her career, she's played alongside legends like Anita Baker, the Count Basie Orchestra, Harry Belafonte, Stevie Wonder, the Roots, Missy Elliott, Alicia Keys, and so many more. After a serious car accident in 2021, Lakecia didn't just bounce back—she wrote new music that would become her latest album, Phoenix, earning three Grammy nominations. Her journey shows just how far small steps forward can go. Lakecia opened up about her roots growing up in Washington Heights, New York, a predominantly Dominican neighbourhood pulsing with Latin music.She shared insights into her 2020 album Pursuance: The Coltranes, her triple Grammy-nominated 2023 Phoenix, the influence of Alice and John Coltrane, and the courage it takes to reveal your authentic self to an online audience as an independent artist. I saw Lakecia in an incredible concert at Quasimodo.What impressed me the most was her attitude. I had to think of what Miles Davis once said: "Anybody can play. The note is only 20 percent. The attitude of the motherfucker who plays it is 80 percent." The concert wasn't just music, it was a party with all of us - we all celebrated life and women in music.I love her story, her truth and her drive. Enjoy listening!

If you've ever found yourself relaxing on the couch with a warm cup of tea, lost in thought about your day, Cecily's beautiful music is exactly what you need to enhance those moments. Cecily is an amazing vocalist and songwriter based in DC, known for her soothing and rich voice. She describes her music as a blend of soul with strong influences from jazz, 90's R&B, and a touch of folk.She's shared the stage with some incredible talent, opening for award-winning artists like Gregory Porter and Jose James, as well as R&B stars like Johnny Gill, Kenny Lattimore, and Elle Varner. She's even performed alongside folk artist Becca Stevens and alternative soul pioneer Bilal. Just this past June, she released Awakening Pt. II, the follow-up to her critically acclaimed 2019 project Awakening Pt. I. I had the pleasure of chatting with her virtually on Zoom, and it was truly inspiring. We explored her musical influences, reminisced about her experiences at the Umbria Jazz Festival, and discussed her connection to Gil Scott-Heron. We also delved into the messages and creative process behind Awakening Pt. II. We wrapped up our conversation by talking about her approach to songwriting and the challenges of releasing an album independently. It was such a delightful exchange, and I really hope you enjoy listening to it as much as I enjoyed our conversation!

Etuk Ubong is without a doubt one of the most electrifying trumpet players in Africa.Seun Kuti himself called him ‘one of the best things to come out of Lagos,' and it's easy to see why. Etuk picked up the trumpet at 14 and hasn't looked back since.What sets him apart is his fusion of Afrobeat, Highlife, Jazz, and the traditional drumming of the Ekombi, creating his signature sound, 'Earth Music.' It's a captivating mix of spiritual, high-energy, and deeply moving rhythms.I had the chance to sit down with Etuk before his set at the Dürchluften Festival 2024 and our conversation was nothing short of inspiring.We dove into his musical influences, deep connection to Fela Kuti, jazz studies at the University of Cape Town, and how he crafted his unique genre: Earth Music.We also touched on the importance of documenting your journey online, and Etuk had some incredible insights to share on that. Chatting with him was a spiritual experience, and I hope you'll feel the same listening to the episode.

Bia Ferreira, a Brazilian singer, composer, and multi-instrumentalist, stands out for her innovative approach to combining Afrodiasporic rhythms – like soul, R&B, reggae and rap – with Brazilian music – such as samba and repente. She is known for her straightforward lyrics addressing important topics like necropolitics, racial quotas, anti-racism, women's rights, LGBTQIAP+ rights, and affection. She's been also one of the strongest "voices" against Jair Bolsonaro inside and outside Brazil. Her shows are full of music, love and speeches.I catch up with Bia before her show at Dürchluften Festival 2024.In our conversation, we talked about her musical influences, why she focuses on making political music, her debut album Igreja Lesbiteriana, Um Chamado, and all things sharing powerful messages through music.Absolutely a spiritual time chatting with her!I hope you will enjoy the experience.

Natalie Greffel is a versatile Mozambican-Danish singer, bassist, composer, and passionate advocate for the arts.In addition to his work as a musician, she serves as a curator for XJAZZ! FESTIVAL, curating an eclectic lineup of performances, workshops, and special events showcasing contemporary jazz while honouring its rich cultural heritage.In our conversation, we talked about her multicultural background influencing her musical journey, the music and the politics and the culture behind Jazz addressing social and political issues and her role at XJAZZ! sharing useful advice and personal reflections about getting booked at Festivals.Getting the chance to meet Natalie was a fantastic opportunity for me to delve into the importance of understanding more about the true nature of jazz. Specifically, I learned about its African roots that continue to shape its music in the present day.Natalie, being a passionate individual dedicated to promoting cultural exchange, shared her passion for all things Jazz music with great enthusiasm.I hope you will enjoy it the same way I did!

EXCERPT - I've made public a snippet of our recent live Q&A session within our Club Membership with Berlin-based Hungarian musician and producer Szabolcs Bognar aka Àbáse.In this excerpt, Àbáse discussed the behind-the-scenes process and inspirations of his new album 'Awakening', as well as his personal views and experience in promoting the album release.I am grateful for this lively and deep exchange we had with Szabolcs as he shared such important topics including cultivating a growth mindset in the age of social media and clearing your mind of worries before performing live.What was your most valuable takeaway from today's episode?

EXCERPT - I've made public a snippet of our recent live Q&A session within our Club Membership with drummer, percussionist and producer from São Paulo, Brazil, Vitor Cabral.In this session, we covered a wide range of topics including Samba rhythms from Brazil, shining a spotlight on talented Brazilian artists who deserve more recognition, and all things the creative process.One particular highlight that stood out to me was when Vitor stressed the importance of studying different musical traditions as a means to uncover fresh ideas that can ignite creativity in your work. What are your thoughts on this? How do you personally stay creative as an artist?

Odd Okoddo is a duo from Kenya and Germany, comprised of Olith Ratego and Sven Kacirek. The two artists crossed paths in Kenya around ten years ago when Sven Kacirek was working on his album "Kenya Sessions," which gained him recognition as a global producer.In 2018, they officially formed the project ODD OKODDO, combining their diverse talents seamlessly. Together, they create an energetic and vibrant sound that showcases Ratego's impressive vocal range and variety of tones alongside Kacirek's exceptional percussion skills. Olith Ratego specializes in singing in a musical style known as "dodo," originating from the shores of Lake Victoria in Kenya.This traditional female singing style is widely popular among Luo communities. In our discussion, we delved into Olith's deep passion for music from a young age, the significant influence of Tabu Osusa (a passionate Afro-Fusion producer who discovered him), the encounter with Sven, and various aspects of Dodo music in addition to their debut album Auma which was launched in 2019.It's been such a fantastic chance to meet Olith and Seven, truly extraordinary individuals.Olith has this incredible talent for crafting musical instruments that bring joy and inspiration to others. I encourage you to listen and immerse yourself in the wonderful sonic journey they create!

Ma Nu is a renowned DJ in the underground scene of northern Italy, and he has gained recognition as one of the resident artists at the prestigious Jazz Re:Found Festival.

Eve Risser, a talented performer, composer, and arranger from France, is the founder of The Red Desert Orchestra. This ensemble comprises nine skilled European musicians and was founded by Risser herself.The group focuses on two main programs: Kogoba Basigui and Eurythmia. Kogoba Basigui originated from collaborating with seven (now six) Malian musicians based in Bamako (Kaladjula Band). In comparison, Eurythmia involves the collaboration of the Red Desert Orchestra with three Burkinabe musicians residing in France.Within this framework, Eve Risser showcases her skills and talent by fusing European orchestral sounds, free jazz, and the vibrant musical heritage of Mali to guide you through a spiritual journey inspired by her work with Nainy Diabaté.Our chat covered numerous fascinating facets of the Red Desert Orchestra. We started with Eve's reflections on the JazzFest performance, her connection to African and Malian music, and the challenges of managing a music project that bridges African and French influences, both musically and sociologically. To finish, Eve shared insights into her significant sources of inspiration drawn from Malian music.Meeting Eve was a wonderful opportunity to explore a powerful ensemble with the primary goal of positively impacting the world. Take pleasure in listening!

Nicola Conte, a talented Italian DJ, producer, guitarist, and bandleader, has gained recognition for his distinctive contributions to the acid jazz genre. Growing up in the charming city of Bari in southern Italy, he always had a deep passion for expressing himself through music.Inspired by his journeys to London and influenced by what was happening between jazz and clubs in the UK with people like Paul Murphy and Gilles Peterson, Nicola embarked on a mission to cultivate an alternative cultural scene by putting on parties with other forward-thinking DJs and musicians within Bari. This led him to establish the renowned Fez Club - a vibrant space where individuals could fully immerse themselves in an entirely new world inspired by London's dynamic cultural landscape. In doing so, Nicola laid the groundwork for what would become known as the Italian acid jazz movement. Through his creativity and musical prowess, Nicola has left an indelible mark on the industry while continuing to captivate audiences worldwide with his unique soundscapes.I'm highly grateful for having the chance to sit down with Nicola, as he also shared advice on spreading culture by studying music and great insights for aspiring DJs and musicians who want to express themselves through music. Enjoy listening!

Alogte Oho is the number one Frafra gospel artist from within the vibrant music scene of Bolgatanga in Northern Ghana. Bolgatanga and its environs are the birthplace of most of the musicians in Frafra country and, thus, the cultural epicentre of northern Ghana.At thirteen, Oho joined the church choir, deeply impressed by its energy and spirituality, and gained his first experience of professional studio recordings. In 2013, Oho met German producer Max Weissenfeldt, with whom he recorded the internationally acclaimed album 'Mam Yinne Wa'. (2013)In today's episode, I Oho and Max Weissenweldt will take you on a journey to what Frafra Gospel really is, the story of their first meeting in Ghana, and the inspirations behind their latest works; above all, 'O Yinne!' (Album, 2023). Having the chance to meet Oho and Max was an absolute delight. It provided a valuable opportunity to gain insight into a scene I genuinely hope will flourish and make its mark globally. Enjoy listening!

On this Club members-only Talk Series, I am excited to welcome multi-instrumentalist, composer, producer, DJ, and collector Mauricio Fleury.For over two decades, Mauricio has been a dynamic presence in the vibrant city of São Paulo.For the last 20 years, Mauricio has been on the road and in studio with great artists from Brazil and abroad, such as Gal Costa, João Donato, Bixiga 70, Tony Allen, Quantic, and Marlena Shaw. Mauricio discusses one of the most underrated Brazilian genius, Pedro Santos. As a first track, we listened to Desengano da Vista - a track included in Pedro dos Santos' 1968 psychedelic Brazilian masterpiece Krishnanda. I am very grateful to Mauricio for generously giving his time, humour and insightful anecdotes.Speaking of our Club, I am thrilled to announce that our brand-new Community Membership is about to open its door officially.

In today's episode, I sit down with Berlin-based jazz poet, vocalist and pianist Sean Haefeli to discuss his thinking process in jazz poetry and how Strata Records - The Sound of Detroit Reimagined by Jazzanova (Album - 2022) came to life. I hope you take something amazing from our chat! Enjoy the listening

In today's episode, I sit down with the great London-based saxophonist and composer Camilla George to discover more about the new UK jazz scene revival and her latest release 'Ibio-Ibio' (Album - 2022). Listen in and enjoy this insightful chat!

The Paradise Garage. One of the most important and influential clubs in New York. Michele Saunders, a Parisian native turned lifelong New Yorker, knows it well. Growing up listening to her father's records, Michele found her passion in exploring the crossroads between Jazz and Rock at least. Her lifelong passion for music took shape when she moved to America, catching the world-famous Amateur night at the Apollo Theatre in Haarlem and experiencing the legendary Paradise Garage alongside Larry Levan. In today's chat, we discussed all this, starting from her childhood, the time spent in New York City in the 70s and 80s and, of course, the legendary Paradise Garage.Enjoy listening

"I felt more connected to the keyboard because it just encompasses everything. You can play rhythm, bass, harmony and melody." The keyboard. That's how I met Àbáse. Such an exceptional and pure talent. Szabolcs blends rhythms and melodies from all over the world. He has been living in Berlin since 2018, growing up in Budapest and listening to jazz and hip-hop. The two biggest influences are Africa and Brazil. In all this, his love for creating creative black music. In today's episode, we started talking about his first steps into music, the importance of living in Rio de Janerio and Salvador discovering Brazilian music legends, to his latest album, "Laroyê",. I hope you enjoy the exchange!

Today, it's my birthday! For the occasion, I've decided to share a special interview with Tim Lawrence, one of the most profoundly passionate music historians of the New York Dance scene of the 70s and early 80s I have ever met. And what better day to honour the legacy of David Mancuso? Birthdays. David loved birthdays. In the children's home where he grew up, Sister Alicia used to hold birthday parties for all the kids under her care.I've spoken about this with Tim Lawrence and the other issues related to the music at The loft, David Mancuso and the History Of New York City party culture. Tim is a Professor of Cultural Studies and Co-director of the Centre for Cultural Studies Research. He teaches music and is the author of seminal books. One above all, "Love saves the day". A brilliant documentation of the dance and disco scene in New York during the 1970s with interviews from key players in the era, such as Frankie Knuckles, Francis Grasso, Nicky Siano, etc. In today's interview, Tim passionately shared the details and his own experiences. Honestly, it was more than an interview. I wish I could spend more time listening to Tim, shedding light on the contribution of music legends and what New York in the 70s was all about. I hope you will experience the same! ✨Enjoy listening

"Electronic, African, Jazz. My real mission is to make an original mix of all these things." Jazz:Re:Found festival has been a wonderful wave of uplifting conversations, this time, I sat down with another great multi-talented and eclectic artist. Raffaele Costantino is a passionate researcher and lover of African American Music. Besides being the presenter of the Musical Box programme on Rai Radio 2 and a music producer (with the moniker Dj Khalab), his name stage tells a lot about him and shows his connection to African Rhythms. In today's interview, Raffaele talks about his route into African music, starting from his artistic career, the intersection between DJ Khalab's music and Jazz:Re:Found to M'Berra - a collaborative album with a collective of Malian musicians from the M'berra Refugee Camp in southeast Mauritania. Enjoy listening!

"Jazz is always present in our life. It's a sensation of freedom. The possibility to express yourself, mind and heart on that precise moment." Jazz has constantly been part of Azymuth's spirit. You can hear it everywhere. Furthermore, their open-minded vision of creating music back in the '60s and 70's lead them to mix Jazz with Samba and rock uniquely. Among the many songs they made, there's one in particular that I always love to listen to. It's called "Villa Mariana". I believe a perfect way to describe their timeless music. In today's interview, Azymuth talks about the past, present and future of Jazz, its musical roots and the contribution of festivals like Jazz:Re: Found to Jazz music. You will also hear some great stories from Kiko about Villa Mariana. Enjoy the chat! I know I did

"My parents bought me this album called JAZZMATAZZ by Guru. It was surprising to me listening to a new concept of Jazz blended with Hip-Hop. From an early stage, I was lucky enough to be able to discover a beautiful world." Denis was 14, and that album completely changed his view and approach to music. Most importantly, it was the first piece of the puzzle to discover different sounds, from house music with Nuyorican Soul to Acid Jazz with Jamiroquai and Incognito. His trips to London in the late 90s - enjoying the legendary Bar Rumba club nights founded by Gilles Peterson - and the first festival experience at Big Chill- led him to create Jazz:Re:Found. Certainly, one of the best Boutique Jazz Festivals in Italy, with great attention to the new wave of UK jazz. In today's interview, Denis talks about his musical background, the route into the festival industry, and what to expect from the fourteenth edition of Jazz:Re:Found. Listen in to get inspired!Kiosk Radio (Brussels

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"I think what fascinates me the most are the people behind that scene. It's all about sound. It's inspiring." Marie's love for Detroit started at Tresor, the iconic Berlin Techno Club, meeting the biggest names in the Techno music world. In 2010 she decided to go there and experience the vibe and energy of Detroit's underground music scene. In all this, her ability to capture the essence of iconic figures in the world of music brought her to publish her first book, 313ONELOVE - with more than 180 pictures of artists from Detroit's storied electronic music scene. In today's interview, Marie talks about her beginnings in music, the lifeblood of music between Berlin and Detroit, and Hush. Brilliant documentation about Berlin Club Culture in the pandemic era. I hope you'll like it! Listen in to get inspired ✨Marie Staggat

"When I'm working at the store, I'm not the deejay some people know. Of course, I want to sell stuff and want people to have a nice experience." When I first met Cinthie at Elevate Berlin for the "Dj Kicks Party", I had the same feeling. 100% devoted to serving music lovers and diggers worldwide. Always up for answering questions and helping out. Cinthie is also a Berlin-based producer, label head and one of the most respected artists in contemporary house music. In today's interview, Cinthie talks about her route into music, record store life, and playing at Berghain - don't miss it! I have the feeling you will enjoy it ✨

"For a long time I had this idea, and I just felt like if I don't do it, someone else will" Karl's journey started in Chinatown (New York) in 2016 when issue 1 came out, and from that moment, his life took a new meaning. The desire to bring something new to the music culture and his passion for arts, and music, led him to something that didn't exist yet: Record Culture Magazine. Today it's a bi-annual publication that focuses on niche music communities worldwide and their intersection with the worlds of art, fashion and culture. Led by in-depth interviews, image portfolios and photography that gives a unique view into homes and studio spaces. In today's interview, Karl talks about Record Culture Magazine and the community behind it in Berlin - his new home. Enjoy every minute. I know I did! Record Culture Magazine

“I think in terms of the emotions I want the audience to perceive”. Feelings and emotions are Riccardo's music; the result is a unique approach to electronic composition. Riccardo Moretti is a professional musician who regularly performs internationally in clubs and festivals. Riccardo's solo project TribalNeed is at the forefront of progressive musicianship, which put his performances a must-see live show. In today's interview, Riccardo talks about Berlin Music Scene, from his first steps as a musician to the relationship with Berlin and Cape Town. Curious to know more? Click play, and get inspired by TribalNeed!Tribal Need

Hello music lover! After two years, I'm back here to tell you about the inspiring human beings revolving around the music scene. Yes, it's been a while since the last episode, but it's never too late to look at the meaning of music in our lives. Personally, it's part of my spirit which drove me to be here with you today. Now, what can you expect in the upcoming episodes? Find out by listening to the trailer for the brand new season!Follow MUSIC TRAVEL GUIDE to discover the best places and music experiences starting from Berlin.Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/musictravelguide/Website ▶ https://musictravelguide.net/Subscribe on iTunes: https://apple.co/3jzLb5mThank you so much for listening.

Hi there!I'm so happy to welcome you back to the show.If you’re new here I’m happy to welcome you to the show, Music Travel Guide is my way of inspiring you to discover Berlin Music Scene.For the second season every fortnight I host music lovers, artists and musicians who brings their inspirational stories and experiences.Today is the turn of Sarah Farina.Sarah she’s a well known Dj and Producer based in town with musical connections to the world.With her #Rainbowbass she usually travels the world and tries not only to celebrate with her audience, but also to work musically and politically.In todays's episode she talks about Berlin Music Scene by starting from her artistic career, Berlin as special place not only for techno lovers to some of her favourite places in town.Music Travel Guide is an opportunity to speak with you about the topic I share: let’s talk about this on Instagram!Make sure to follow the official page on IG ▶ https://bit.ly/39lxFxq so that we can talk together.Facebook Official Fan Page: https://bit.ly/30EmXyaSubscribe on iTunes: https://apple.co/3jzLb5mThank you so much for listening.

Hi there!I'm so happy to welcome you back to the show.If you’re new here I’m happy to welcome you to the show, Music Travel Guide is my way of inspiring you to discover Berlin Music Scene.For the second season every fortnight I host music lovers, artists and musicians who brings their inspirational stories and experiences.Today is the turn of Sabrina Jeblaoui.Sabrina she’s a well know photographer in Berlin Club Scene.After moving to Berlin, she immediately fell in love with the most important clubs in town.The idea of photographing people in front of clubs like Berghain came naturally, and in 2018 she decided to create Nachtclubsberlin: a social documentary photography project about people within the techno scene of Berlin.In todays's episode she talks about her late nights and early morning into @nachtclubsberlin documenting techno people, her transfer to Berlin and the main differences between Paris and Berlin in terms of their clubculture.02:11 Sabrina's inspiration for documenting techno people in front of Berghain05:46 First Sabrina's club in Berlin: Kosmonaut Club 06:43 The idea behind Nachtclubsberlin10:33 Approach a night at Berghain12:33 Berghain's success17:59 Berlin and Paris: two different late night concepts.Music Travel Guide is an opportunity to speak with you about the topic I share: let’s talk about this on Instagram!Make sure to follow the official page on IG ▶ https://bit.ly/39lxFxq so that we can talk together.Facebook Official Fan Page: https://bit.ly/30EmXyaSubscribe on iTunes: https://apple.co/3jzLb5mThank you so much for listening and I’ll see you in 15 days, Thursday September 17th in the next episode of Music Travel Guide.

Hi there!I'm so happy to welcome you back to the show.If you’re new here I’m happy to welcome you to the show, Music Travel Guide is my way of inspiring you to discover Berlin Music Scene.For the second season every fortnight I host music lovers, artists and musicians who brings their inspirational stories and experiences.Today is the turn of Thilo Schmied.Thilo is owner and organiser of BERLIN MUSIC TOURS and his experiences in the past 30 years brought him to know much about the music scene and also the musical history of Berlin.In today's episode he will guide you on a journey discovering David's Bowie life in Berlin.Berlin is one of the world’s most famous locations for music, which drew David Bowie to the city during the ’70s.Few months ago I sat down with Thilo (right next to Hansa Studio) and he shared lots of interesting stories and fascinating anectodes about Bowie's life in town, its favorite places, the mark he left in Berlin.Also at the end of our chat, I asked Thilo the differences between Berlin Music Scene before and after the fall of the wall.02:39 1976-1978 Bowie's magical time in Berlin08:12 Places and special Venues with a very strong David Bowie signature in Berlin26:30 Berlin Music Scene: before and after the fall of the wallMusic Travel Guide is an opportunity to speak with you about the topic I share: let’s talk about this on Instagram!Make sure to follow the official page on IG ▶ https://bit.ly/39lxFxq so that we can talk together.Facebook Official Fan Page: https://bit.ly/30EmXyaSubscribe on iTunes: https://apple.co/3jzLb5mThank you so much for listening and I’ll see you in 15 days, Thursday September 17th in the next episode of Music Travel Guide.

Hi there! I'm so happy to welcome you back to the show. If you’re new here I’m happy to welcome you to the show, Music Travel Guide is my way of inspiring you to discover Berlin Music Scene. For the second season every fortnight I host music lovers, artists and musicians who brings their inspirational stories and experiences.Today is the turn of Severino.Severino is a well known international Deejay who started professionally in Mantova, but at the age of 26 he made the move to London where his career began in earnest.In time he became quarter of Horse Meat Disco: the famous collective known in the world for its unique parties covering everything form Chicago House to Soulful but mostly Disco.Since more than 20 years he lives and Djing in London and his travels around the world took him to discover Berlin Music Scene: that’s why I decided to interview him to talk about two of the most exciting and vibrant cities in the world Berlin and London.06:09 SEVERINO AND ITS FIRST STEPS IN LONDON MUSIC SCENE09:12 THE IDEA BEHIND “HORSE MEAT DISCO”11:46 SEVERINO AND BERLIN: TAPE, PRINCE CHARLES & DISCO SCENE16:50 LONDON MUSIC SCENE IN COMPARISON TO BERLIN 23:03 PLACES AND VENUES WORTH VISITING IN LONDONMusic Travel Guide is an opportunity to speak with you about the topic I share: let’s talk about this on Instagram! Make sure to follow the official page on IG ▶ https://bit.ly/39lxFxq so that we can talk together.Facebook Official Fan Page: https://bit.ly/30EmXyaSubscribe on iTunes: https://apple.co/3jzLb5mThank you so much for listening and I’ll see you in 15 days, Thursday September 3th in the next episode of Music Travel Guide.

Hi there! I'm so happy to welcome you back to the show. If you’re new here I’m happy to welcome you to the show, Music Travel Guide is my way of inspiring you to discover Berlin Music Scene. For the second season every fortnight I host music lovers, artists and musicians who brings their inspirational stories and experiences.Today is the turn of Dave Thorley.Dave is a DJ/Promoter Originally from the UK. Specialising in soul music.In Berlin he runs a popular event called Disco 30 - a dance event that covers the evolution of Soul/Disco, over three decades - and created his own popular radio show called “Crossing The Tracks”.4:02 DAVE AND HIS PASSION FOR MUSIC AND VINYLS06:48 BERLIN RECORD CULTURE COMPARED TO OTHER BIG MUSIC CITIES13:35 DAVE'S FAVORITE MUSIC VENUES IN BERLIN15:50 DISCO 30 - A dance event that covers the evolution of Soul/Disco23:44 "CROSSING THE TRACKS" RADIO SHOW29:30 BERLIN, COVID-19 AND THE POSSIBLE FUTURE OF THE CREATIVE AND MUSIC SCENEMusic Travel Guide is an opportunity to speak with you about the topic I share: let’s talk about this on Instagram! Make sure to follow the official page on IG ▶ https://bit.ly/39lxFxq so that we can talk together.Facebook Official Fan Page: https://bit.ly/30EmXyaSubscribe on iTunes: https://apple.co/3jzLb5mThank you so much for listening and I’ll see you in 15 days, Thursday August 6th in the next episode of Music Travel Guide.

Hi there! I'm so happy to welcome you back to the show. If you’re new here I’m happy to welcome you to the show, Music Travel Guide is my way of inspiring you to discover Berlin Music Scene. For the second season every fortnight I host music lovers, artists and musicians who brings their inspirational stories and experiences.Today is the turn of Sebastian Studnitzky - I had the pleasure of meeting Sebastian a few months ago. Sebastian is a Piano & trumpet player, composer based in Berlin and Founder and artist director of XJAZZ festival.4:03 SEBASTIAN, BERLIN AND ITS MINIMALISTIC SOUND09:47 SEBASTIAN'S THOUGHTS ABOUT LIVESTREAMS AND VIRTUAL CONCERTS17:46 XJAZZ FESTIVAL AS THE BIGGEST JAZZ FESTIVAL IN BERLIN20:20 CLUB VISIONÄRE'S MEMORIES27:24 COVID-19 AND THE IMPACT ON LIVE MUSIC PERFORMANCEMusic Travel Guide is an opportunity to speak with you about the topic I share: let’s talk about this on Instagram! Make sure to follow the official page on IG ▶ https://bit.ly/39lxFxq so that we can talk together.Facebook Official Fan Page: https://bit.ly/30EmXyaSubscribe on iTunes: https://apple.co/3jzLb5mThank you so much for listening and I’ll see you in 15 days, Thursday August 6th in the next episode of Music Travel Guide.

Hey I’m your host Maikol Piardi - I'm a disco, funk, jazz and house music lover who likes to combine the value of travelling with people stories. After more than 10 years spent working in the music scene I decided to tell it starting from the city where I’m living Berlin. Music Travel Guide is my way of inspiring you to discover exciting music experiences and unique venues. On each episodes I host music lovers, artists and musicians who brings their inspirational stories to explore the scene with a unique point of view.The second season of the show is coming, every fortnight starting tomorrow at 6pm.To travel with me make sure to subscribe to the show on iTunes, and Spotify so you never miss an episode.Instagram Official Fan Page: https://bit.ly/3jwYzHxFacebook Official Fan Page: https://www.facebook.com/musictravelguideSpotify: https://spoti.fi/3eM1DvvSubscribe on iTunes: https://apple.co/2CPs7z4I’ll see you soon!

Hi everyone! I'm Maikol Piardi the host of Music Travel Guide Podcast. The first show of brings people to explore the music scene starting from Berlin. My mission is to inspiring you to experience exciting places and transmit you the importance and value of a thriving music scene in every city. Today I'll talk about Berlin Music Scene with Melissa Perales. EPISODE #21 BERLIN MUSIC SCENE with MELISSA PERALES 2:14 MELISSA'S PATH FROM CHICAGO TO BERLIN 10:09 SCHOKOLADEN: A SPECIAL LOCATION 13:07 M:SOUNDTRACK AS A MEETING POINT WITHIN THE BERLIN INDEPENDENT MUSIC SCENE 18:00 KEY ELEMENTS ON HOW TO START BUILDING A MUSIC COMMUNITY AROUND YOUR NIGHT OR ORGANIZATION Thanks so much for listening to this episode of the podcast!If you’d like to help me out, then I’d love it if you could:-Share the episode on social media with people you think the might like the podcast.Leave an honest review and rating of the podcast on iTunes.-iTunes reviews in particular really help the rankings of the podcast and help me to reach other aspiring traveller and music lover around there!Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated, and I read every single one ❤︎️See you in the next episode of the Music Travel Guide Podcast!

In this episode I take you to discover a list of things to do that in my opinion every music lovers from all around the world should do here in Berlin when it comes to discover the music side of the city.02:18 GET INSPIRED BY DAVID BOWIE'S LIFE 03:54 VISIT BERLIN'S MOST LEGENDARY CLUB BERGHAIN | PANORAMA BAR 06:02 ENJOY OPEN AIR BERLIN PARTY LOCATIONS 07:10 DISCOVER BERLIN'S BUSKING SCENE AT MAUERPARK08:42 STOP INTO SCHOKOLADEN 10:00 GET LOST IN THE MUSIC INTO A RECORD SHOP 11:24 HAVE A UNIQUE MUSIC EXEPERINCE AT FUNKHAUS BERLIN Thanks so much for listening to this episode of the podcast!If you’d like to help me out, then I’d love it if you could:-Share the episode on social media with people you think the might like the podcast.Leave an honest review and rating of the podcast on iTunes.-iTunes reviews in particular really help the rankings of the podcast and help me to reach other aspiring traveller and music lover around there!Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated, and I read every single one ❤︎️See you in the next episode of the Music Travel Guide Podcast!

In this episode I take you to discover the jazz side of Berlin with Avi Albers Ben Chamo: founder of Jazzy Berlin.EPISODE #19 BERLIN JAZZ COMMUNITY with AVI BEN CHAMO (Jazzy Berlin)03:55 AVI AND HIS PASSION FOR MUSIC SINCE AN EARLY AGE 05:34 WHY BERLIN 07:42 JAZZY BERLIN: FROM AN IDEA TO A COMMUNITY 09:08 HOW DID JAZZY BERLIN COME ABOUT12:32 THE IMPORTANCE OF KEEPING ALIVE THE JAZZ SCENE IN BERLIN 14:39 JAZZY BERLIN JAM SESSIONS AT KLUNKERKRANICH 17:43 HOW TO START CREATING A MUSIC COMMUNITY IN BERLIN Thanks so much for listening to this episode of the podcast!If you’d like to help me out, then I’d love it if you could:-Share the episode on social media with people you think the might like the podcast.Leave an honest review and rating of the podcast on iTunes.-iTunes reviews in particular really help the rankings of the podcast and help me to reach other aspiring traveller and music lover around there!Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated, and I read every single one ❤︎️See you in the next episode of the Music Travel Guide Podcast!

I had the pleasure to talk about Berlin Club Scene with Lutz Leichsenring a central figure in this field: he supports music and nightlife in Berlin and Europe as well.04:15 Lutz's path in Berlin Music Scene 10:06 The role as Executive Board Member in Berlin Club Commission 11:39 The relationship with professional in this field 13:03 Three-quarters of Berlin's visitors say that the club scene is a reason to visit the city: how does it changed Berlin Club Scene in the last years and its future.19:04 Griessmuehle's closureThanks so much for listening to this episode of the podcast!

HERE’S MY FIVE MUST-SEE EVENT SERIES IN BERLIN 03:49 HEIDEGLÜHEN 05:48 SOFAR SOUND BERLIN08:00 JAZZY JAM SESSION by JAZZY BERLIN09:51 TOO SLOW TO DISCO 11:18 AMBIENT by MONOM Thanks so much for listening to this episode of the podcast!If you’d like to help me out, then I’d love it if you could:-Share the episode on social media with people you think the might like the podcast.Leave an honest review and rating of the podcast on iTunes.-iTunes reviews in particular really help the rankings of the podcast and help me to reach other aspiring traveller and music lover around there!Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated, and I read every single one ❤︎️See you in the next episode of the Music Travel Guide Podcast!

HERE’S MY LIST OF BEST BERLIN MUSIC FESTIVALS 202003:27 X JAZZ FESTIVAL06:00 ATONAL08:00 FÊTE DE LA MUSIQUE09:57 A'LARM FESTIVAL11:53 STROM - BERLINER PHILARMONIKERThanks so much for listening to this episode of the podcast!If you’d like to help me out, then I’d love it if you could:-Share the episode on social media with people you think the might like the podcast.Leave an honest review and rating of the podcast on iTunes.-iTunes reviews in particular really help the rankings of the podcast and help me to reach other aspiring traveller and music lover around there!Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated, and I read every single one ❤︎️See you in the next episode of the Music Travel Guide Podcast!

EPISODE #15 TOP FIVE PLACES FOR MUSIC IN BERLIN'S PRENZLAUER BERG03:48 ZU MIR ODER ZU DIR 06:30 OYE RECORDS08:35 AN EINEM SONNTAG IN AUGUST10:09 KULTURBRAUREI12:00 THE RECORD STORE Thanks so much for listening to this episode of the podcast!If you’d like to help me out, then I’d love it if you could:-Share the episode on social media with people you think the might like the podcast.Leave an honest review and rating of the podcast on iTunes.-iTunes reviews in particular really help the rankings of the podcast and help me to reach other aspiring traveller and music lover around there!Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated, and I read every single one ❤︎️See you in the next episode of the Music Travel Guide Podcast!

EPISODE #14 RHINOÇÉROS JAZZ BAR with BÉNÉDICT BERNA 03:50 Bénédict and his passion for music starting from a very early age 07:50 The idea of a Bar with a concept driven by Japanese Jazz Kissa culture 16:23 Rhinoçéros as a point of reference for djs, musicians and insiders 20:00 Astra Travelling: a series of listening sessions highlighting special Spiritual Jazz records and the history, heritage and ongoing relevance of the genre25:38 The Future of Berlin Music Scene 27:40 Upcoming events and the future of RhinoçérosThanks so much for listening to this episode of the podcast!If you’d like to help me out, then I’d love it if you could:-Share the episode on social media with people you think the might like the podcast.-Leave an honest review and rating of the podcast on iTunes.iTunes reviews in particular really help the rankings of the podcast and help me to reach other aspiring traveller and music lover around there!Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated, and I read every single one See you in the next episode of the Music Travel Guide Podcast!❤︎

Episode #13 FIVE ESSENTIAL PLACES TO DISCOVER IN BERLIN'S FRIEDRICHSHAIN DISTRICT 05:53 MICHELBERGER HOTEL05:38 CRACK BELLMER 07:28 HHV STORE09:20 HOUSE OF MUSIC 10:53 SALON ZU WILDE RENATEThanks so much for listening to this episode of the podcast!If you’d like to help me out, then I’d love it if you could:-Share the episode on social media with people you think the might like the podcast.Leave an honest review and rating of the podcast on iTunes.-iTunes reviews in particular really help the rankings of the podcast and help me to reach other aspiring travellers and music lover around there!Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated, and I read every single one See you in the next episode of the Music Travel Guide Podcast!❤︎

EPISODE #12 FIVE ESSENTIAL PLACES TO DISCOVER IN BERLIN'S NEUKÖLLN DISTRICT03:45 VILLA NEUKÖLLN05:57 PRATCHWERK08:15 DONAU 11510:17 GRIESSMUEHLE12:37 MOTIF WEINThanks so much for listening to this episode of the podcast!If you’d like to help me out, then I’d love it if you could:Share the episode on social media with people you think the might like the podcast.Leave an honest review and rating of the podcast on iTunes.iTunes reviews in particular really help the rankings of the podcast and help me to reach other aspiring travellers and music lover around there!Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated, and I read every single one.See you in the next episode of the Music Travel Guide Podcast!❤︎

EPISODE #11 Five special party to celebrate New Year's Eve in Berlin 03:34 HYTE at FUNKHAUS 05:46 BAR TAUSEND NEW YEAR'S EVE 2020's | CUP OF JAZZ + DJ JON + LIVE SAXOPHONE 07:05 PANKE NEW YEAR'S EVE w/ CUTROCK, LUCKY LOOP & SOULIX (Beat Kollektiv)08:21 ZIG ZAG JAZZ CLUB | NEW YEAR CELEBRATION WOTH INGRID ARTUR & THE PLAYER'S CLUB10:05 MICHELBERGER HOTEL | IN THE LOBBY WINE BAR SPARKLES & COMPANIONS Line up: Amir Abdullah | Flaaviø | Ian Blevins Thanks so much for listening to this episode of the podcast!If you’d like to help me out, then I’d love it if you could:Share the episode on social media with people you think the might like the podcast.Leave an honest review and rating of the podcast on iTunes.iTunes reviews in particular really help the rankings of the podcast and help me to reach other aspiring travellers and music lover around there!Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated, and I read every single one See you in the next episode of the Music Travel Guide Podcast!❤︎

EPISODE #10 BERLIN OPEN AIR WITH HALLO MONTAG (Chopstick and Johnjon)04:42 THE IDEA AND WHEN WAS BORN THE PROJECT06:30 HALLO MONTAG AT IPSE BERLIN: WHY09:47 THE COLLABORATION WITH ARTE CONCERT 15:18 OPEN AIRS SCENE IN BERLIN 24:37 TIPS AND SUGGESTIONS ON HOW TO CREATE A PARTY SERIES IN BERLIN 29:03 THE FUTURE OF HALLO MONTAG Thanks so much for listening to this episode of the podcast!If you’d like to help me out, then I’d love it if you could:Share the episode on social media with people you think the might like the podcast.Leave an honest review and rating of the podcast on iTunes.iTunes reviews in particular really help the rankings of the podcast and help me to reach other aspiring travellers and music lover around there!Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated, and I read every single one See you in the next episode of the Music Travel Guide Podcast! ❤︎

EPISODE #9 FIVE ESSENTIAL PLACES TO DISCOVER IN BERLIN'S KREUZBERG DISTRICT 03:32 PRINCE CHARLES06:09 IT'S A BAR 08:06 YORKSCHLÖSSCHEN 10:40 SPACE HALL12:54 JUST MUSICThanks so much for listening to this episode of the podcast!If you’d like to help me out, then I’d love it if you could:-Share the episode on social media with people you think the might like the podcast.-Leave an honest review and rating of the podcast on iTunes.iTunes reviews in particular really help the rankings of the podcast and help me to reach other aspiring travellers and music lover around there!Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated, and I read every single one See you in the next episode of the Music Travel Guide Podcast!❤︎

EPISODE #8 Berlin's Disco Party Scene with Disco Spektrum (Zaren Courtenay)04:32 ZAREN'S MUSIC: DISCO, HOUSE & BOOGIE 06:53 DISCO SPEKTRUM'S PATH TILL TODAY  15:54 CLUB NIGHTS: TECHNO PARTIES vs DISCO PARTIES19:31 THE FUTURE OF BERLIN'S DISCO PARTY SCENE25:39 ZAREN'S FAVORITE VENUES 27:16 THE FUTURE OF DISCO SPEKTRUM Thanks so much for listening to this episode of the podcast!If you’d like to help me out, then I’d love it if you could:Share the episode on social media with people you think the might like the podcast.Leave an honest review and rating of the podcast on iTunes.iTunes reviews in particular really help the rankings of the podcast and help me to reach other aspiring travellers and music lover around there!Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated, and I read every single one ❤︎