Inside the Studio
iHeartPodcasts
iHeartRadio presents “Inside The Studio,” an in-depth series featuring intimate conversations with some of music’s biggest stars and emerging talents. Each episode features an unscripted sit-down with artists on the verge of releasing new material – rounded out with a tour through their lives and discographies. “Inside The Studio” reveals previously unseen sides of artists, giving fans the sort of access that is missing from much of today’s music coverage. Inside the Studio is hosted by music journalist Jordan Runtagh (People, Rolling Stone, Entertainment Weekly, VH1), Co-Host of the iHeartMedia podcast "Rivals: Music's Greatest Feuds' and host of iHeartMedia's new podcast "Off The Record.'
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Feb 18, 2022 • 46min
Gang of Youths
Frontman Dave Le'aupepe and bassist Max Dunn open up about the false starts, writer's block and personal grief that went into the band's ambitious third album, 'Angel in Realtime.' Inspired by the death of Le'aupepe's father, the album is a meditation on god, grief and growth, drawing musical textures from his Samoan heritage, as well as English drum and bass, and stripped back American folk. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 11, 2022 • 41min
Ben Rector
The Nashville-based singer/songwriter details his ambitious new multi-media project 'The Joy of Music' — an album, short film and tour that had help from the likes of Kenny G, Snoop Dog, Taylor Goldsmith of Dawes, and even the Jim Henson Creature Shop. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 4, 2022 • 35min
Korn's Munky and Head
The guitarists detail the creation of Korn's 14th studio album Requiem, recovery from COVID, and getting back to basics with stripped-down guitar parts and analog audio equipment. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 28, 2022 • 30min
Paul Janeway of St. Paul & The Broken Bones
The soulful frontman discusses the many influences that went into the band's genre-blending new album 'The Alien Coast' — from hip-hop to sampling, and 17th-century sculptures to dystopian sci-fi. Janeway also opens up about how his upbringing in the church impacts his musical choices, and also shares the best records to check out if you want to start learning about gospel. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 21, 2022 • 32min
Sting
The rock icon details his latest album, The Bridge, his affinity for water themes, bass playing tips, and what inspires his highly detailed brand of musical storytelling. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 14, 2022 • 44min
The Lumineers' Wesley Shultz
The Lumineers frontman details the recording of the band's fourth studio album 'Brightside,' a trip back to his NJ high school for a music video shoot, and his bond with longtime musical partner Jeremiah Fraites Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 7, 2022 • 26min
Chris Lane
The country star opens up about his "Big Big Plans" for 2022, which include his new song "Stop Coming Over" and a winter tour. When he's not hard at work on his music, he's busy adjusting to being a new parent along with wife Lauren Bushnell. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 17, 2021 • 50min
Steven Van Zandt
Jordan gets a rock 'n' roll history lesson from consigliere of the E-Street Band. On the heels of his new memoir, 'Unrequited Infatuations,' Van Zandt revisits his early days with Bruce Springsteen, the musical education he received from the Beatles and the Stones, and his passion for acting spawned from his role in the groundbreaking HBO series 'The Sopranos.' Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 10, 2021 • 47min
Yusuf Cat Stevens
The legendary singer-songwriter goes deep on his 1971 classic 'Teaser and the Firecat,' which is being explored in an expansive new box set, and the cult classic film 'Harold and Maude.' He also reflects on his conversion to Islam in 1977 and the circumstances that lead him after to embrace his musical legacy after decades away from the entertainment industry. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 3, 2021 • 33min
Kenny G
The multi-talented smooth jazz icon discusses his upcoming album ‘New Standards,’ and the new HBO documentary ‘Listening to Kenny G,’ which chronicles his ascent to unlikely global phenomenon. He also opens up about his impressive practice regimen, early influences, and how he deals with the occasional hater or two. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
