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Electronic Music
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Episodes
Electronic MusicGrandmaster Flash - The Science Of DJ-ing
Grandmaster Flash talks to Caro C about the development of his pioneering DJ techniques, including the Quick Mix Theory, seamless looping and the custom…
Electronic MusicThe Resynator - Alison Tavel
Alison Tavel talks to Rob Puricelli about Resynator, her documentary exploring the history of the synthesizer invented by her late father. They discuss…
Electronic MusicWavetable Synthesis - Single-Cycle Waveforms
Bob Coover and Anthony Marinelli join Julian Rodgers to explore the history, evolution and creative potential of wavetable synthesis, from its early origins to…
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KOGG - Experimental Electronic Duo
KOGG's Selena Kay and Cerys Hogg talk to Caro C about combining their classical and jazz disciplines with creative sound design, custom instrument building…
Electronic MusicSystem 7 - Steve Hillage & Miquette Giraudy
Steve Hillage and Miquette Giraudy talk to Kevin Paul about their techno project System 7 and ambient project Mirror System, discussing their studio setup…
Electronic MusicModular Synthesis for Studio and Stage
James Richmond and Julian Rodgers dive into the world of modular synthesis, explaining what it is and how it fits into both studio production and live…
Electronic MusicKerrie - Techno DJ and Producer
DJ and techno producer Kerrie joins Caro C to talk about her journey into DJing and production, the influences that shaped her sound and the live performance…
Electronic MusicDaphne Oram - Electronic Music Pioneer
To commemorate the centenary of electronic music pioneer Daphne Oram on 31 December 2025, Caro C explores Oram’s lasting influence in a conversation with Sarah…
Electronic MusicVicky Clarke - Neural Synthesis
Vicky Clarke joins Caro C to explore her experimental approach to sound, from field recording and neural synthesis to AI technologies and spatial audio. She…
Electronic MusicJonathan Snipes - My Life In Modules
Producer, sound designer and composer Jonathan Snipes joins William Stokes to explore his work with experimental hip-hop group Clipping, sharing an inside look…
Electronic MusicESKA - Vocalist, Composer and Producer
Mercury-nominated vocalist, composer and producer ESKA talks about her favourite studio gear and how her background as a live jazz musician shapes her approach…
Electronic MusicKaitlyn Aurelia Smith - My Life In Modules
Composer, producer and Buchla enthusiast Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith joins William J. Stokes to discuss her latest album Gush. She also treats listeners to a live…
Electronic MusicCatherine Anne Davies
Catherine Anne Davies, also known as The Anchoress, joins Caro C to discuss her preferred recording methods, the decision to invest in her own studio and…
Electronic MusicYann Tiersen - My Life In Modules
Composer and musician Yann Tiersen talks to William Stokes about his love of modular synthesis, the joys and challenges of touring and performing and how he…
Electronic MusicGuthman Competition Winners 2025
Nick Rothwell is joined by Jeff Albert, Associate Professor at Georgia Tech, and Paul McCabe, Senior Vice President of Research and Innovation at Roland, to…
Electronic MusicHistory Of Samplers
Oli Freke talks us through the history of samplers, from the introduction of the Mellotron in 1963, through to current day sampling software, while…
Electronic MusicMartin Kohlstedt - Piano And Electronica
Composer, pianist and producer Martin Kohlstedt talks to Caro C about his approach to combining piano and electronic instruments, improvisation in the studio…
Electronic MusicRobert Aiki Aubrey Lowe
Composer and Sound Designer Robert Aiki Aubrey Lowe tells Caro C about his preferred sound modules and working methodologies, plus shares details some of the…
Electronic MusicTony Rolando - My Life in Modules
In this occasional series exploring modular synthesis and live performance, William Stokes talks to Tony Rolando, electronic musician and founder of modular…
Electronic MusicEmulator II 40th Anniversary
In celebration of the 40th anniversary of the groundbreaking E-mu Systems Emulator II sampler, Dave Rossum, Kevin Monahan and Paul Wiffen share inside stories…
Electronic MusicSuzanne Ciani: Space, Time and Buchla
Electronic music pioneer and composer Suzanne Ciani discusses her career highlights in conversation with William Stokes, including early performance struggles…
Electronic MusicKrust - Drum & Bass Pioneer
Krust, also known as K or DJ Krust, chats about his early involvement in the Bristol music scene in the late 80s to early 90s, the development of the Drum &…
Electronic MusicUsing Effects Pedals With Synths
Pedals are not just for guitars. Here Paul White connects his extensive pedal collection to a modular synth system, effectively using the pedals as additional…
Electronic MusicScanner - My Life In Modules
In this first part of an occasional series exploring modular synthesis and live performance. William Stokes talks to experimental electronic musician Scanner…
Electronic MusicJason Singh - Sounds Of Nature
Jason Singh is a sound artist, producer and performer. His creative output is an exploration of the natural world, voice and a wide range of music…
Electronic MusicOberheim - 50 Years Of Synth Design
In an impromptu chat, Tom Oberheim tells Sam Inglis about his early years as an engineer and his accidental route into creating electronic musical instruments…
Electronic MusicJlin - Electronic Musician
Electronic Music artist Jlin talks about her processes for creating a new work, being ready to tour straight from the studio and staying grounded and focused…
Electronic MusicDrum Machine History
The drum machine has progressed massively since the days of the home organ player. Here Oli Freke takes us through a brief history with lots of audio examples…
Electronic MusicRyuichi Sakamoto - A Tribute
As a tribute to Ryuichi Sakamoto on the first anniversary of his passing, Caro C talks to Richard Barbieri, Natalie Beridze and Carsten Nicolai, aka Alva Noto…
Electronic MusicAfrodeutsche
Henrietta Smith-Rolla, known professionally as Afrodeutsche, gives Caro C insights into her musical journey, from her introduction to the music industry in…
Electronic MusicLandscape A Go-Go
Richard James Burgess is a man who wears many hats. In a career that spans over five decades, Richard was first and foremost a drummer. In the 1970s, he became…
Electronic MusicYamaha DX7: The Birth Of FM Synthesis
In May of 1983, the world of synthesizers and electronic music as we knew it would change forever with the launch of the Yamaha DX7. To celebrate 40 years…
Electronic MusicThe Delia Derbyshire Archive
In celebration of Delia Derbyshire Day 2023 and the 60th Anniversary of the Doctor Who theme, Caro C is joined by fellow devotees Mark Ayres, David Butler and…
Electronic MusicNikNak - Turntablism
DJ, Artist and Producer NikNak chats to Caro C about her route into immersive performances and turntablism, from her time as a student through to winning…
Electronic MusicHazel Mills - Synth Sessions And Touring
Bristol-based musician and songwriter Hazel Mills talks us through her impressive career, from working as a touring session musician, being a member of the…
Electronic MusicRichard Evans - Inventing Electronic Pop
Richard Evans has worked in the music industry for over thirty years in a variety of roles, including positions at London Records, Factory Records and MTV…
Electronic MusicDina Pearlman - The ARP Synth Legacy
Alan R Pearlman was responsible for some of the greatest sounding and most intuitive synthesizers of the modern age, many of which are still highly sought…
Electronic MusicClark - Sus Dog
Chris Clark, known professionally as just Clark, reveals how he got signed to Warp Records, his recording and production workflow and how Thom Yorke ended up…
Electronic MusicSound Design Using Guitars
Paul White takes us on a sonic journey as he explores the endless possibilities of sound design using a guitar as your sound source. Through the use of foot…
Electronic MusicLoneLady
Julie Campbell, known as LoneLady, is a musician, songwriter, singer and producer from Manchester, England. Here she tells Caro C about her writing and…
Electronic MusicRichard Barbieri - Porcupine Tree
As part of Japan, Richard Barbieri soon became the thinking person’s synthesist, famous for his rich and textural electronic backings that beautifully…
Electronic MusicGraham Massey - 808 State
Graham Massey talks us through his early days with the formation of 808 State and improvising with electronic instruments, through to current collaborations…
Electronic MusicMike Lindup - Level 42 And Beyond
Mike Lindup is best known as the keyboardist and co-vocalist for Brit-Funk legends, Level 42. Mike has blended traditional keyboard instruments, such as the…
Electronic MusicDon Lewis - Programming The DX7
The following is a short piece of audio that was edited out of the original podcast interview with Don Lewis back in November 2020, where he discusses his time…
Electronic MusicMartyn Ware - Electronically Yours
Martyn Ware has been at the forefront of the British synth-pop scene since its inception, founding the hugely influential Human League with Phil Oakey and Ian…
Electronic MusicRobert Henke - Visual Music Artist
Part electronic visual music artist and part software developer as co-founder of Ableton, Robert Henke delves into the overlap between artist and engineer and…
Electronic MusicElectric Indigo - Techno
Susanne Kirchmayr, also known as Electric Indigo, is an Austrian music producer, Techno DJ and founder of the female:pressure, an international network of…
Electronic MusicMichael Whalen - Imaginary Trains
Michael Whalen is a two-time Emmy Award winning, Grammy-nominated composer with over 30 years experience composing for film and television, as well as being a…
Electronic MusicPeter Zinovieff - A Tribute
A tribute to the life and works of composer and synth pioneer Peter Zinovieff by James Gardner, featuring interviews with co-workers and collaborators…
Electronic MusicRichard Norris - The Grid
Richard Norris tells Caro C about his early break into the music industry, success with The Grid in the 90s, plus his many collaborations, remixes and…
Electronic MusicChiara Luzzana - Sound Designer
Chiara Luzzana is a Sound Designer and Composer, known for her use of Zoom field recorders. A personal project sampling Swatch watches eventually became the…
Electronic MusicJJ Jeczalik - Art of Noise
As part of Trevor Horn’s team of technological wizards in the 1980s, JJ Jeczalik emerged as the pre-eminent Fairlight programmer of the day, primarily as one…
Electronic MusicHannah Peel - Sonic Journey
Hannah Peel, composer, producer and broadcaster, talks to Caro C about her solo record career including the shortlisted 2021 Mercury Music Prize electronic…
Electronic MusicMatt Johnson - Jamiroquai
Matt Johnson has emerged as one of the most talented and prolific keyboard players of the last 20 years, mostly as part of the legendary Jamiroquai, in which…
Electronic MusicSarah Angliss - My Electroacoustic World
Describing herself as a composer, musician and robotic artist, Ivor Novello award winning artist Sarah Angliss talks to Caro C about her route into Electronic…
Electronic MusicCreating The Stepper Acid Sequencer
Zoë Blade and Nina Richards talk about their individual music careers and how they came together to create the Stepper Acid Eurorack Sequencer. Chapters 00:00…
Electronic MusicPublic Service Broadcasting
J. Willgoose Esquire, founding member of alternative band Public Service Broadcasting, talks to Caro C about the origins of the band and the surprise success…
Electronic MusicSynth Gems - Mike Metlay
Synth Gems 1 is the first Bjooks publication to be authored by their Editor-in-Chief, Dr Mike Metlay, and sets out to document, both visually and in words…
Electronic MusicIan Boddy - Synth Artist
In this podcast Rob Puricelli talks to Ian Boddy, who has been a fixture on the electronic music scene for over 40 years, as an artist, a sound designer and a…
Electronic MusicLook Mum No Computer - Sam Battle
Sam Battle, also known as Look Mum No Computer, chats to Caro C about his love of electronics, '80s music and re-using discarded technology in new ways to…