The Urchin Studios Podcast

The Urchin Studios podcast is back! This time around Matt chats to singer-songwriter Jordan Mackampa. A playlist of music discussed in the podcast is available on our website at www.urchinstudios.co.uk/podcast

Matt chats to legendary A&R man Chris Briggs about the continual influence of radio for new music, the value of pragmatism and the importance of keeping your mouth shut in the studio.

Originally published 3rd July 2016

Matt sits down and chats to music writer Tom Hannan about the passing of a Legend, music fandom and the perils of watching bands at festivals.

Originally published 31st May 2016

Matt sits down and chats with The Staves. They cover all the big topics including the history of the band, the correct pronunciation of 'Bon Iver' and which character from Wind In the Willows would be most fun to go for a pint with.

Originally published 1st May 2016

Matt talks with long time Rolling Stones producer Chris Kimsey about the history of Olympic Studios, getting drum sounds and working with Mick, Keith, Charlie and co.

Originally published 6th April 2016

Metronomy drummer Anna Prior joins Matt at the studio for a chat. Topics of discussion include the perception of gender in music, growing up in Doncaster and personal hygiene on tour.

Originally published 1st March 2016

Matt talks with drumming legend Andy Newmark about working with John Lennon, Sly and the Family Stone, Roxy Music and David Bowie.

Originally published 31st January 2016

Matt talks to Urchin Studios co-founder about the recording process, production styles, and feminist themed guitar pedals.

Originally published 2nd January 2016

Urchin Studios Podcast is back! This time Matt talks to Trangressive Records and Love Live Media co-founder Toby L. Topics of conversation include getting started in the music business, defining the term A&R and going on after Queen at Live Aid.

Originally published 6th October 2015

Once again, Urchin Studios Podcast is on tour and joining Matt for a chat is Marika Hackman.

First Published 5th August 2015