Headliner Radio

As part of AKG’s Stories Behind the Sessions Series, radio and television presenter, producer and journalist Nic Harcourt interviews Art Alexakis to discuss Everclear, songwriting and recording the hits.

Ryan and Gary Jarman of UK indie rock icons The Cribs join Headliner for an in-depth chat about the late Steve Albini, from their childhood memories of his work, to the friendship and working relationship that flourished between them, and his enduring influence on the industry.

At only 16 years of age, singer-songwriter Jake Kohn has been named one of Virginia’s most talked-about prodigies. He talks about adapting to life in the spotlight so young, going viral, new single, Dreams, the overwhelming response it has had, and how he’s using JBL monitors, an AKG mic and headphones in his home studio to develop new music.

French alt-pop / RnB artist Naël Kaced explains how recent single, When They Catch Me, (taken from upcoming EP, Last Words) was inspired by the feeling of anxiety and his curiosity surrounding death. Kaced has been deaf since he was a child, which makes his falsetto vocals and musical arrangements all the more extraordinary. He talks about his struggles and experiences of making music as a hearing impaired person.

Mark Adler, the acclaimed Emmy Award-winning composer behind the score for the 2008 Oscar-nominated and Emmy-award winning documentary Food, Inc., delves into his approach to scoring its highly anticipated sequel, Food, Inc. 2, and why he relies on Genelec monitors in his home studio.

With his first all-Italian-speaking album Miss Italia set for release on May 10, Jack Savoretti reflects on how the loss of his father inspired him to reconnect with his homeland and celebrate the music that has shaped his life and career so far.

Nick Llobet, aka youbet, opens up on the making of their new album Way To Be and the artists and music that inspired its creation.

British songwriter and producer Peter Rycroft – aka Lostboy – reflects on co-writing and producing Kylie Minogue’s smash hit, Padam Padam, which won a Grammy for Best Pop Dance Recording. He reveals why UK radio stations were resistant to playing the viral hit, his favourite memes, reflects on writing what became an LGBT anthem, and shares how the song was written and produced, including his go-to Waves plugins.

Professional DJ and Pioneer DJ product demonstrator Jay Brannan reflects on his career as a DJ, with a look at the plentiful career opportunities in the market for mobile DJs.

English record producer and engineer Ken Scott reflects on working on some of the biggest Beatles songs and albums, from recording Yer Blues in a tiny room, clearing up in-fighting rumours making the White Album, recording Ringo’s, “I’ve got blisters on my fingers!” on take 18 of Helter Skelter, who swore on Hey Jude, (and why no one noticed), his candid thoughts on Now and Then, working with David Bowie, winning an MPG Special Recognition Award, and more…