On his debut, self-titled record, Michigander runs through a gamut of questions. It reckons with the existential qualms around turning 30, how to let the people we love be imperfect, & speaking up for what you believe in, regardless of who it might alienate.

Be sure to listen to 'Michigander' wherever you stream or buy your music!

Find Michigander on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0oL26Dn9y761yfJgNb3vfu

On Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/michigander/1096482927

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michiganderband/?hl=en

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@michiganderband?lang=en

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About the podcast: Welcome to Before the Chorus, where we go beyond the sounds of our favourite songs to hear the stories of the artists who wrote them.

Before a song is released, a record is produced, or a chorus is written, the musicians that write them think. A lot. They live. A lot. And they feel. A LOT.

Hosted by award-winning interviewer Sofia Loporcaro, Before the Chorus explores the genuine human experiences behind the music. Sofia’s deep knowledge of music and personal journey with mental health help her connect with artists on a meaningful level.

This is a space where fans connect with artists, and listeners from all walks of life feel seen through the stories that shape the music we love.

About the host: Sofia Loporcaro is an award-winning interviewer and radio host who’s spent over 8 years helping musicians share their stories. She’s hosted shows for Amazing Radio, and Transmission Roundhouse. Now on Before the Chorus, she’s had the chance to host guests like Glass Animals, Feist, Madison Cunningham, Mick Jenkins, & Ru Paul's Drag Race winner Shea Couleé.

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Nilüfer Yanya's 'My Method Actor' gets existential over angular grooves. Each song asks a multitude of questions, often using the concept of method acting as a lens to explore them. We discuss the connections between reality & art, setting new boundaries, & learning to trust your inner voice.

Be sure to listen to 'My Method Actor' wherever you stream or buy your music! And get tickets for her US tour HERE: https://www.victoriacanal.com/tour

Find Nilüfer on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/09kXLeOXRyfNQMXRaDO4qA?si=__qS6h2KQF-yg_E6NRZKdw

On Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/nil%C3%BCfer-yanya/1102497241

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/niluferyanyaaaaaa/?hl=en

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@niluferyanya

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About the podcast: Welcome to Before the Chorus, where we go beyond the sounds of our favourite songs to hear the stories of the artists who wrote them.

Before a song is released, a record is produced, or a chorus is written, the musicians that write them think. A lot. They live. A lot. And they feel. A LOT.

Hosted by award-winning interviewer Sofia Loporcaro, Before the Chorus explores the genuine human experiences behind the music. Sofia’s deep knowledge of music and personal journey with mental health help her connect with artists on a meaningful level.

This is a space where fans connect with artists, and listeners from all walks of life feel seen through the stories that shape the music we love.

About the host: Sofia Loporcaro is an award-winning interviewer and radio host who’s spent over 8 years helping musicians share their stories. She’s hosted shows for Amazing Radio, and Transmission Roundhouse. Now on Before the Chorus, she’s had the chance to host guests like Glass Animals, Feist, Madison Cunningham, Mick Jenkins, & Ru Paul's Drag Race winner Shea Couleé.

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It's no secret that January 2025 has been rough for Los Angeles (And the US as a whole), but there were a few good moments that kept me going. I'm sharing a few of them here!

Events & Artists mentioned:

Open Folk LA: https://www.instagram.com/openfolkla/?hl=en

Gilbert Louie Ray: https://open.spotify.com/artist/26UBas4xYeXIco2bWX3Xb5

Plus, check out previous episodes featuring artists that I saw perform this past month:

Madison Cunningham: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3dY5etz8Mp73ooo4c4I4qO?si=22004214124f4bd3

Winnetka Bowling League: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5Dgnoek8QWBgdoGjzhn1gw?si=62ddf08acfbb49e2

Local Natives: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2ujVUEFG8Shms8alRCJ0oK?si=fdefe2321aa446c5

Georgia Parker: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5Yu9r0RkB3MPhbUUqqkhCO?si=154440c94c3e4223

Merrick Winter: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1hQS99isWv0Ksx5oY25cGE?si=fb1ee946d9864639

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About the podcast: Welcome to Before the Chorus, where we go beyond the sounds of our favourite songs to hear the stories of the artists who wrote them.

Before a song is released, a record is produced, or a chorus is written, the musicians that write them think. A lot. They live. A lot. And they feel. A LOT.

Hosted by award-winning interviewer Sofia Loporcaro, Before the Chorus explores the genuine human experiences behind the music. Sofia’s deep knowledge of music and personal journey with mental health help her connect with artists on a meaningful level.

This is a space where fans connect with artists, and listeners from all walks of life feel seen through the stories that shape the music we love.

About the host: Sofia Loporcaro is an award-winning interviewer and radio host who’s spent over 8 years helping musicians share their stories. She’s hosted shows for Amazing Radio, and Transmission Roundhouse. Now on Before the Chorus, she’s had the chance to host guests like Glass Animals, Feist, Madison Cunningham, Mick Jenkins, & Ru Paul's Drag Race winner Shea Couleé.

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Victoria Canal’s debut record ‘Slowly, It Dawns’ is a tale of unraveling in your twenties. Moving from stories of puppy love to existential spirals, it lets us sit with the early adulthood’s turbulence.

Be sure to listen to 'Slowly, It Dawns' wherever you stream or buy your music! And get tickets for her US tour HERE: https://www.victoriacanal.com/tour

Find Victoria on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2nE9x2JhbyjBVCaSnUGX3G?si=nmCJIGN_RJOWXbIk6DEcYg

On Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/victoria-canal/842683412

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victoriacanal/?hl=en

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@victoriacanal?lang=en

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About the podcast: Welcome to Before the Chorus, where we go beyond the sounds of our favourite songs to hear the stories of the artists who wrote them.

Before a song is released, a record is produced, or a chorus is written, the musicians that write them think. A lot. They live. A lot. And they feel. A LOT.

Hosted by award-winning interviewer Sofia Loporcaro, Before the Chorus explores the genuine human experiences behind the music. Sofia’s deep knowledge of music and personal journey with mental health help her connect with artists on a meaningful level.

This is a space where fans connect with artists, and listeners from all walks of life feel seen through the stories that shape the music we love.

About the host: Sofia Loporcaro is an award-winning interviewer and radio host who’s spent over 8 years helping musicians share their stories. She’s hosted shows for Amazing Radio, and Transmission Roundhouse. Now on Before the Chorus, she’s had the chance to host guests like Glass Animals, Feist, Madison Cunningham, Mick Jenkins, & Ru Paul's Drag Race winner Shea Couleé.

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On 'Taboo', Niambi (who you may know as one half of the duo OSHUN) asks the uncomfortable questions out loud. She challenges our society's rigid views of motherhood, womanhood, relationships, friendships, & so much more. The EP forces us to look within ourselves &, just maybe, break free from convention.

Be sure to listen to 'Taboo', wherever you stream or buy your music!

Find Niambi on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/18VjYL567PiS4rphPwzWA6?si=7daKauvLQJSKmlmcnqOMVQ

On Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/au/artist/niambi/1729656842

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/niambi/?hl=en

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About the podcast: Welcome to Before the Chorus, where we go beyond the sounds of our favorite songs to hear the stories of the artists who wrote them.

Before a song is released, a record is produced, or a chorus is written, the musicians that write them think. A lot. They live. A lot. And they feel. A LOT.

Hosted by award-winning interviewer Sofia Loporcaro, Before the Chorus explores the genuine human experiences behind the music. Sofia’s deep knowledge of music and personal journey with mental health help her connect with artists on a meaningful level.

This is a space where fans connect with artists, and listeners from all walks of life feel seen through the stories that shape the music we love.

About the host: Sofia Loporcaro is an award-winning interviewer and radio host who’s spent over 8 years helping musicians share their stories. She’s hosted shows for Amazing Radio, and Transmission Roundhouse. Now on Before the Chorus, she’s had the chance to host guests like Glass Animals, Feist, Madison Cunningham, Mick Jenkins, & Ru Paul's Drag Race winner Shea Couleé.

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On the final EP of a four-part set, 'Act Four: Atonement', Mon Rovîa is atoning, letting go & finding footing. He describes the four EPs as a hero's journey of sorts. This last chapter reminds us that love truly is our greatest healer, a salve for guilt, apathy & trauma.

Be sure to listen to 'Act 4: Atonement', wherever you stream or buy your music!

Find Mon Rovîa on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6pvai2QB2c0defVI0UTFos?si=qX3d1QdNQQiudglD8Q3iXg

On Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/lk/artist/mon-rov%C3%AEa/1313944611

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monroviaboy/?hl=en

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mon_rovia_boy?lang=en

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Over a four-part episode series, Sofia will be looking back on the music & memories of 2024, & looking forward to what 2025 has in store. On this episode, Sofia's shares the albums she's excited for in 2025.

Albums mentioned:

Ethel Cain - Perverts (Jan 8)

Mon Rovia - Act 4: Atonement EP (Jan 10)

Victoria Canal - Slowly, It Dawns (Jan 17)

FKA twigs - EUSEXUA (Jan 24)

The Weeknd - Hurry Up Tomorrow (Jan 24)

Michigander - Michigander (Feb 7)

Sharon Van Etten & The Attachment Theory - Sharon Van Etten & The Attachment Theory (Feb 7)

Sam Fender - People Watching (Feb 21)

Sports Team - Boys These Days (Feb 28)

Divorce - Drive to Goldenhammer (March 7)

SASAMI - Blood On the Silver Screen (March 7)

Japanese Breakfast - rumoured, TBA

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Over a four-part episode series, Sofia will be looking back on the music & memories of 2024, & looking forward to what 2025 has in store. On this episode, we turn our eyes to the new year with Sofia's Artists To Watch In 2025.

Links to artists mentioned:

Tin Angel

Apple: https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/tin-angel/1765244022

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7L3LoOLdiZ6RM4NEsH84nJ?si=BnRYMmJPQFCP9fEytA2-SA

Divorce

Apple: https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/divorce/1608076649

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0YMVzWF9HWGbV4DZHfCyKo?si=-1Be9tpBTte-HcvCiYTpCA

Tiffany Stringer

Apple: https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/tiffany-stringer/559628818

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6Dv6bV7bzZSCAX0E0qLw7u?si=OiXPxzUQTEug0q0uGBrkiA

Carly Bannister

Apple: https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/carly-bannister/523756644

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5GoLHATtGcyqwnLMmDRnch?si=KJ8gr0eXQDuP4EwCmXOBkw

Mon Rovîa

Apple: https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/mon-rov%C3%AEa/1313944611

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6pvai2QB2c0defVI0UTFos?si=5BVj5QC6RKaCsMwNulLwxg

Faux Real

Apple: https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/faux-real/620513308

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0853SMh8o0PpHpSTDHttsO?si=hi1W76PmTtGPxF-2yMkNSQ

PrettyUgly

Apple: https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/prettyugly/1711117807

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0E8A04ZukBqS3V5J8sKvPU?si=z-MEvc9xStWyN6A9HFzRsg

Adult DVD

Apple: https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/adult-dvd/1550456447

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1lT3vDbjqz299SxePec6ZG?si=PMOfOoJRTGqqGbdFRyN-AA

Lawrence Matthews

Apple: https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/lawrence-matthews/1688058288

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6Ow6yFUJ7YmITlMbdMUNTE?si=EpNTXR7aRUSnbYDZ_jkiSg

Jackson Singleton

Apple: https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/jackson-singleton/882868774

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2vwALZue2IavoUzzLKo7Rc?si=wQNvBpYkQKecIL8fqHo3Vg

Juliana Zachariou

Apple: https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/julianna-zachariou/528528813

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3MKLoCXEXufW2ldiQtUokO?si=eOJGSgFRSAGYadRA_sHn8w

Dafna

Apple: https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/dafna/1450666890

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6FR2ARlfDqNU7BMBaWjGZP?si=5CPZWyGkQX2V-hT8v75K1w

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Local Natives have been on this podcast many times, & it is an honour to have them as the final guests of 2024. This is also a pivotal time for them: they have just released their final album with founding member Kelcey Ayer. We discuss the double (nay, triple) record, the unchanging love between the original five members, & supporting each other not just as bandmates, but as brothers.

Be sure to listen to 'Time Will Wait For No One But I'll Wait For You', wherever you stream or buy your music!

Find Local Natives on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/75dQReiBOHN37fQgWQrIAJ

On Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/local-natives/321144825

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/localnatives/?hl=en

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@localnatives

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Over a four-part episode series, Sofia will be looking back on the music & memories of 2024, & looking forward to what 2025 has in store. On this episode, she shares her favourite music memories from the past year.

Links to events & artists mentioned:

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