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Francis Cucuzzella is the director of A&R, publishing and licensing at Unidisc Records, one of the most revered dance music labels in the world. Here he tells us about his father George’s legacy, provides us with an insight into how the world of dance music has evolved and continues to do so, and reveals how Unidisc has remained at the forefront of that world.To celebrate 40 years since the label was inaugurated, Unidisc will create a collection of remixes from an all-star cast of today’s dance music talent. It was kick-started with Claptone's remix of the Trans-X's classic 'Living On Video' as well as more recent remixes from Jacques Green and Alan Fitzpatrick; and Carl Cox and Purple Disco Machine  are also set to contribute.

Many will know singer-songwriter, musician and producer Linda Perry as the lead singer of 4 Non Blondes, but her artistry goes way beyond that. Since her hits with the band in the ‘90s, she has formed two record labels, and composed and produced songs for some of the biggest female vocalists of the last two decades. Here she discusses the importance of being raw and honest, and teases her first piece of original music in 15 years.

Glass Animals’ frontman and producer Dave Bayley joins the podcast to discuss his impending tattoo, nostalgia, the success of new album Dreamland, and sleeper hit Heat Waves. He discusses his MPG nomination for the Self-Producing Artist Of The Year Award, delves into the production process for Dreamland, and reveals why his four Neve 1073s are key to the Glass Animals vintage-meets-fresh sound.

You’ll know Carol Decker of T'Pau from their string of Top 40 hits in the ‘80s and ‘90s, including China in Your Hand, Heart and Soul and Valentine. Carol reflects on the way the band’s biggest hit, China in Your Hand, came together, comments on the way ‘80s music endures, and gets candid about the music industry. She explains how she put the lockdown period to good use by releasing new T'Pau single, Be Wonderful, and released brand new single, Guess Who’s Sorry Now, last week – which captures that classic T'Pau sound, with a modern fresh production.

We catch record producer, composer and songwriter Neil Davidge in between sessions for his latest TV project to reflect on his time working with Massive Attack, who he first met in the ’90s – going on to produce and co-write their seminal albums Mezzanine, 100th Window and Heligoland, helping to sculpt and define their critically acclaimed cinematic sound. He reveals how the group’s hit song, Teardrop, came together, how the vocal almost went to Madonna, and why he’s stuck with his trusty pair of Genelec 1030As throughout. 

Acoustic, soul pop singer, Julia Zahra, is one of Holland's most exciting young LGBT artists set to break into the UK music scene. She reflects on becoming the youngest singer to ever audition and win The Voice of Holland, and how her life changed after the show. Now, she is looking towards making her own music, and is gearing up to release her album, Remedy. She reveals how her adoption inspired the deeply personal “what if?” track, Indiana.

The exponential growth of the neo-classical music scene has grown from its roots in Berlin, Reykjavík, and... Texas? Yes, indeed – Austin's Balmorhea have been releasing their entirely unique minimalist compositions since 2006, with their efforts being rewarded by putting pen to paper with the legendary Deutsche Grammophon for their brilliant new album, The Wind.

Composer, conductor, arranger, MD, and former president of The Alliance For Women Film Composers, Starr Parodi has racked up an impressive number of Blockbuster scoring credits over the years. On this podcast, Starr reflects on her production and arrangement of the James Bond Theme, composing the musical theme for the ‘90s United Artists production logo, an impromptu performance with Whitney Houston and Stevie Wonder, and her work on Mission Impossible.  She also delves into her work with the Alliance for Women Film Composers, and explains why Steinberg’s Cubase has been her go-to DAW since the beginning.

You’ll know her as the vocalist and bassist of UK indie rock band Noisettes, but with her new song and music video, Too Bold (taken from the album of the same name), Shingai shows that she is truly a force to be reckoned with. The singer-songwriter explains the themes and iconography behind the song’s powerful music video, and why it’s a testament to pivotal elements of the past and a celebration of sisterhood.

London-based piano-rock band, Fuzz Skyler describe their formation, musical inspirations and the meaning behind their debut single, Recall – the first of a four-track EP. The band recently won a QSC PA system, which they plan to use to full effect...