Broken Record with Rick Rubin, Malcolm Gladwell, Bruce Headlam and Justin Richmond

Kim Gordon, of Sonic Youth fame, is exploring her abrasive side with a new solo album produced by Justin Raisen. She opens up about her split with Thurston Moore and feeling like an outsider in NYC's art scene. Plus, she reminisces about touring with Neil Young in the '90s.

PJ Harvey, a legendary songwriter, and John Parish talk about their collaborative journey, creative process, and influences. They discuss creating music inspired by war histories, recording in a church, and the emotional power of communal rituals. Their trip to Afghanistan also inspired a record, showcasing their unique creative partnership.

Explore Sonny Rollins' iconic jazz career spanning eight decades, reflections on pivotal figures like Charlie Parker, and interactions with music icons like the Rolling Stones. Reflect on his journey to sobriety after playing with Miles Davis and Charlie Parker in 1956, and remember the tragic passing of jazz musicians Clifford and Richie Powell. Sonny Rollins shares his passion for music, gratitude, and insights into American music history.

Jason Isbell discusses his Grammy win, film with Scorsese, personal struggles, and songwriting challenges. He reflects on his marriage dissolution, acting opposite DiCaprio, and difficulty in writing rock songs. The podcast also explores his artistic evolution, character complexity, and unique perspectives in movies.

Rhiannon Giddens discusses Beyonce's country album, genre diversity, and gatekeeping in music. She reflects on her career as a black banjo player in Americana. Collaborating with Beyonce, she hits number one on the country chart.

Joe Talbot and Mark Bowen from IDLES discuss their creative partnership, Joe's disdain for England's monarchy, and the band's bombastic sound blending joy and chaos. They talk about their latest album TANGK produced by Mark, Kenny Beats, and Nigel Godrich, and the influences behind their music.

Ziggy Marley, son of Bob Marley, discusses the cultural influence of Jamaica and his father over the last half a century. They touch on topics such as the spiritual side of music, the political climate in Jamaica in the 70s, and Bob Marley's alignment with the Rasta Farai movement.

Rock bassist Duff McKagan discusses leaving Seattle for LA, recording 'Appetite For Destruction,' encounters with Prince, and his new solo album. They also reflect on the authenticity in music, personal struggles with addiction, and behind-the-scenes stories of the recording process.

Renowned artist Usher discusses his Las Vegas residency, Super Bowl performance, world tour, and his upcoming album 'Coming Home' in this entertaining podcast. He reflects on his 25-year music career, talks about his beginnings in the industry, and shares personal experiences working with LA Reid and artists like Puff Daddy and Devontay Swing. Usher invites listeners to celebrate with him in Las Vegas and teases upcoming music releases.

This podcast explores the early evolution of The Beatles and the origins of their debut single 'Love Me Do'. It also discusses the influence of Buddy Holly on Lennon and McCartney, as well as the process of writing and recording songs. The podcast offers insights into the creative process of one of the most iconic bands in history.