ARE WE ON AIR ?

By Arman NaféeiMusic Music Interviews

ARE WE ON AIR ? episodes

September 25, 2020 Ep 28 // MICHÈLE LAMY
Designer, performer, restaurateur, creative accomplice, muse… the words to describe the enigmatic MICHÈLE LAMY can never be quite enough… In this episode, LAMY revisits key moments in tune to her musical attention, from watching a reserved Bob Dylan performance to her ongoing avant-garde collaborations with A$AP Rocky. Take note: get those creative juices flowing by embracing the chaos all around, listen closely.
51 min
September 11, 2020 Ep 27 // FRANCIS MALLMANN
Uncertainty serves the foundation for inspiration, though it may seem as a contradiction, creativity blossoms through these limitations. FRANCIS MALLMANN, the world-class Argentinian chef known for the element of fire, both through his work and passion, gracefully presents the musical backdrop that has accompanied him throughout his life. Open a bottle of wine, dim the lights, and enjoy this episode.
37 min
September 01, 2020 Ep 26 // ARIANA PAPADEMETROPOULOS
When confronted ARIANA PAPADEMETROPOULOS’ work, all belief’s suspended, showcasing the power of environments that exhibit tension between the earthly and the ethereal. Naturally, she points to the entrancing effect of film soundtracks and their ability express and capture moods and feeling. In this episode, PAPADEMETROPOULOS invites you to take a trip into the musical mythologies that assist in her blurring the lines between fantasy and fiction.
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25 min
August 25, 2020 Ep 25 // JUSTIN STRAUSS
As ubiquitous as the title of the ‘DJ’ has become, JUSTIN STRAUSS stands unmatched behind the decks through his credentials alone. With decades of influence across the New York nightclub history, from CBGB’s to the legendary Mudd Club, STRAUSS’ secret to staying in-sync is simple: never stop being excited, let the shenanigans roll on…
25 min
August 21, 2020 Ep 24 // ANDRÉ SARAIVA
Known by his alter ego, MR. A, and his contributions to the concept of “LOVE GRAFFITI,” ANDRÉ SARAIVA’s work transcends the art gallery circuit, adorning the walls of your favorite nightclub hotspots. In this episode, SARAIVA stresses love above all, the common ground between not only the songs shared, but as a sacred mantra to be cherished.
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18 min
August 14, 2020 Ep 23 // ALTIN GÜN
Merve Dasdemir of the Grammy nominated Turkish-Dutch band ALTIN GÜN shares some deep knowledge of the Turkish sound and warmly invites us through the deep history of Anatolian music, from childhood memories to playing Festivals and tributing their Grammy nomination to their predecessors.
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25 min
July 29, 2020 Ep 22 // DJ HARVEY
Born Harvey Bassett, the world-renowned selector better known as DJ HARVEY needs no formal introduction, to which an attempt to encapsulate the privilege of participating his sets into words would be insufficient. In this episode, the nightlife luminary warmly invites us through the halls of his musical memory, from dancing alone and scantily clad to ABBA’s Dancing Queen, to discussing the legacies of Larry Levan and Freddie Mercury on both his life and spirit.
47 min
July 23, 2020 Ep 21 // JARVIS COCKER
JARVIS COCKER’s first encounter with music was with a contentious relationship with the radio: how and where was this sound being emitted by such a small device? Cue: The theme from The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly, the Hugo Montenegro version. In this episode, the Britpop icon recollects the key moments outlining his connection with music, detailing his recent dive into djing on Instagram Live, the sensitive relationship between sex and music, and the spark of clear enlightenment that came from inside Room 29 of the Château Marmont.
54 min
July 20, 2020 Special Episode // LARRY LEVAN (Radio Archives, 1991)
In this special rendition of ARE WE ON AIR? re-presents a special gem: an interview with the legendary LARRY LEVAN conducted by Judge Jules, originally broadcasted on KISS FM. This series aims to present the unique dimensions of the greatest talents around, here we bring attention to the pioneer DJ whose magnificent cultural contributions at the Paradise Garage shaped the sound of club culture today.
28 min
July 17, 2020 Ep 20 // JOSÉ PADILLA
JOSÉ PADILLA is synonymous with Ibiza: a pioneer in perfecting the sun-soaked and chilled-out balearic beat at the Café Del Mar. In this special episode, PADILLA gives an illustrious tour through his musical beginnings, from his adoration of Girl From Ipanema and the universes of jazz renditions to Vangelis’ stunning Blade Runner soundtrack.
24 min

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Are We On Air ? is a weekly interview series by Arman Naféei exploring the life’s soundtrack of global cultural figures and personalities within the fields of music, film, art, fashion, life and culture.