Play Next

By BMW

Play Next is a music discovery podcast that uncovers pioneering, innovative and groundbreaking new music. Presented by Edith Bowman, and created in partnership with BMW, it features full tracks from s... more

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How many episodes does Play Next have?

The podcast currently has 18 episodes available.

Play Next episodes:

September 20, 2023 Coldplay Special Episode
In this special episode of Play Next, in partnership with BMW, Edith sat down with Will and Guy from Coldplay to talk about the innovations underpinning their groundbreaking global tour. Alongside rising talent Porij who talk about their recent success and what the future of touring means for them.
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46min
August 17, 2022 Mura Masa on being a curator and artist collaboration
In the final episode of season two of Play Next, in partnership with BMW, we talk to curator Mura Masa about his journey to where he is now and how he provides platforms for new artists and music. We are also joined by 2022 Mercury nominee, Self Esteem.
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58min
August 03, 2022 Emily Eavis on booking artists and the future of festivals
In this week's episode of Play Next, in partnership with BMW, we explore the future of festivals and upcoming artists on the music scene with the legendary Emily Eavis. We are also joined by Sipho, who will be headlining our stage at Luno presents All Points East. As always, we will also feature the latest tracks from innovative new artists.
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48min
July 19, 2022 Wolf Alice on touring and the next generation of music
In the latest episode of Play Next, in partnership with BMW, we talk to the love-child of folk and grunge, Wolf Alice, on performing and their take on new music. Closely accompanied by groundbreaking new releases chosen by your host, Edith Bowman, and an interview with an artist to watch, Katy J Pearson.
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47min
July 06, 2022 Nao and her stylistic evolution to Wonky Funk
In this week’s episode, Edith is joined by British-Peruvian musician Attawalpa, and Mercury, Grammy, Mobo and Brit Award nominated songstress, Nao, who talks about collaborations, her latest album, and her new genre of Wonky Funk. As ever, Play Next also features the very latest music from the hottest new artists.
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50min
June 22, 2022 Jonathan Higgs on innovation, creativity and experimentation in music
Welcome to the second season of Play Next, the partnership with BMW that showcases and celebrates the best new music on offer. This week, we are joined by SOAK - the youngest artist to be nominated for a Mercury award - and Jonathan Higgs, the frontman of art-rock band Everything Everything, who chats to Edith on his use of AI in creating his latest album, Raw Data Feel.
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46min
September 01, 2021 Exclusive Episode_In partnership with All Points East
Edith Bowman hosts a special, one-off BMW Play Next podcast from All Points East festival including interviews with Lianne La Havas, DJ and producer Elkka and live music on the BMW Play Next stage from upcoming acts Aziya, Priya Ragu, Swim School and SCORS.
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October 14, 2020 Kae Tempest and Dan Smith on creativity and connection
A specially extended tenth episode, with six groundbreaking new tracks and conversations with three performers who are making their own rules. Join Edith Bowman as she talks to the magnificent, multi-talented Kae Tempest, Dan Smith from Bastille, and up and coming hip-hop collective Gotts Street Park.
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55min
October 07, 2020 Masters of teamwork Disclosure on what makes a successful collaboration
In this week’s episode, Edith talks to kings of collaboration Disclosure and music-looping visionary Merrill Garbus from Tune-Yards. But rest assured, she’s bringing you a whole load of the freshest new tracks to boot.
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41min
September 30, 2020 Felix White on breaking into the music industry
Breaking through new acts isn’t easy, but if anyone knows how it’s musician turned record label boss Felix White. In this episode, Edith speaks to Felix about his role promoting new artists and catches up with PLGRMS — a music-making duo taking Australia’s indie electronica scene by storm.
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43min

FAQs about Play Next:

How many episodes does Play Next have?

The podcast currently has 18 episodes available.

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