Conor McNicholas

Conor McNicholas, Former NME Editor, discusses the 00's scene, how Arctic Monkeys killed the NME, and the real reason Pete Doherty & Kate Moss were kicked out of the NME Awards. They reflect on the rise and fall of bands, the importance of visuals and narratives, their unconventional journey to becoming an editor, and the influence of Pete Dokoty. They also touch on curating awards shows, protecting individuals from tabloids, the lack of diversity in British music, and the diminishing role of music press.