Best Pinku Podcasts (2024)

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Chloé Caillet 48:14

4d ago48:14

48:14

Chloé Caillet's career has blown up expodentially in the last couple of years and now with her LGBTQ+ party series SMIILE currently touring the world, the DJ, producer, label owner and party starter sits down with Paul to reflect on her journey. Growing up between Paris, New York and London, Chloé taps into her rock origins, unveiling her advocacy …

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Luke Slater 52:31

11d ago52:31

52:31

Luke Slater has remained an authentic titan in underground clubland for over 35 years. Among the very first European DJs and producers to be influenced by the techno and house coming out of Detroit and Chicago, he speaks with Paul ahead of the release of his new LB Dub Corp album. Luke and Paul dissect the seismic cultural shifts that propelled a o…

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Empress Of 47:59

19d ago47:59

47:59

Imagine stepping into a studio where the walls echo with a fusion of alt-pop and club ready electronic innovation, colored with the vibrant heritage of Honduran American culture. That's the journey we embark upon with multi-hyphenate Lorely Rodriguez, better known as Empress Of. Lorely doesn't just talk about her music, she takes us through the raw…

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Sebastian Mullaert 57:25

23d ago57:25

57:25

Sebastian Mullaert, prodigious electronic musician and former classical violist, voted by Resident Advisor as one of the world’s top live acts and twice Swedish Grammy nominated, reveals the enigmatic blend of spontaneity and meticulous craftsmanship that defines his practice, from his transition into electronic music, his acclaimed Circle Of Live …

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Eddington Again 37:35

1M ago37:35

37:35

Alt R&B sonic sculptor Eddington Again and I shared stories of our creative voyages—one leading to the bustling streets of Berlin, and the other to the quiet solitude of a writing nook. In our latest episode, the songwriter, singer and composer delves into their artistic metamorphosis, charting a course from their West Coast beginnings to the intro…

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Allie X 55:02

1M ago55:02

55:02

Have you ever wondered what it takes to assert artistic independence in the ever-changing maelstrom of the music industry? Alt popstar Allie X joins us this week to unravel the tapestry of her career, from the depths of Canada's underground to her rise to stardom, and the creative force behind her latest LP "The Girl With No Face." Together, we tra…

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Alex Paterson 49:20

2M ago49:20

49:20

Step into the ambient world of trailblazer Dr. Alex Paterson of The Orb, sharing his captivating story on Lost in Sound. Our journey with Alex takes us from the inception of ambient house to his acoustic adventures with the Sedibus project, all while uncovering the artistic vigor that has fueled his five-decade-long voyage through the music industr…

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Slauson Malone 1 40:23

3M ago40:23

40:23

Embark on a journey through the innovative soundscape of Jasper Marsalis, known artistically as Slauson Malone 1, in a conversation that transcends the conventional boundaries of music genres. As we sit down with Jasper, we uncover the multifaceted layers of his album "Excelsior," a fusion of the avant-garde, alt R&B, and lo-fi rock that defies eas…

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Anenon 45:14

3M ago45:14

45:14

Paul heads into a deep dive into the transformative world of improvised music, where Anenon aka Brian Allen Simon shares his artistic evolution. From crafting beats in LA's vibrant Low End Theory scene to the raw, unedited improv of his latest work 'Moons Melt Milk Lights,' we uncover the emotional resonance that springs forth when production veils…

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yunè pinku 40:03

3M ago40:03

40:03

South London's yunè pinku is an artist whose tapestries of sound, blending club beats with poignant songwriting, perfectly soundtrack the season of new beginnings. With the echo of her EPs "Babylon IX" and "Bluff" in our ears, we navigate conversations around her journey, experiences with industry luminaries such as Charlie XCX and Joy Orbison, and…

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Cults 52:35

4M ago52:35

52:35

As the winter chill sets in, imagine cozying up with a warm cup of tea and the wall of noise psych-pop of Cults, the band that first took over the web with "Go Outside." In this episode, Brian Oblivion and Madeleine Follin join Paul to share their journey from a viral sensation to seasoned artists. We meander through their contrasting COVID experie…

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Liv.e 43:28

4M ago43:28

43:28

When the heart speaks through music, it resonates with a truth that's undeniable. This sentiment rings clear with this week’s guest — Liv.e, the Dallas-born, LA-based multi-hyphenate whose album 'Girl in the Half Pearl' has captured hearts worldwide. Through her expressive melodies and psychedelic R&B, Liv.e crafts a narrative of love, loss, and th…

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Lukid 41:46

5M ago41:46

41:46

What happens when an underground electronic artist decides to break over a decade-long hiatus and return to the music world in the midst of a global pandemic? This is exactly what Luke Blair aka Lukid did. Isolated in Lisbon, Lukid took to his music like a mad scientist, employing unconventional methods like the use of tapes to get that elusive uni…

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Samuel T. Herring — Future Islands 56:32

5M ago56:32

56:32

Get ready for a deep, heartfelt talk with Samuel T. Herring, the spirited and dynamic frontman of the synth pop band Future Islands. Samuel's candidness will leave you thoughtful and inspired as he talks about his musical journey, the band's sudden rise to fame, personal struggles with addiction, and how he discovered his artistic voice through the…

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Lee Gamble 1:10:04

5M ago1:10:04

1:10:04

Imagine a world where club beats meet experimental sounds, where ancient echoes mingle with modern AI voices. That's the universe inhabited by our guest, Lee Gamble. Paul sits down with Lee to discuss his latest album, Models, released on the hugely influential Hyperdub Records. Not only do we delve into the influences that shaped this remarkable p…

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GiGi FM 49:36

5M ago49:36

49:36

Combing sound and rhythm, music and dance with producer, DJ and label owner GiGi FM. As a rising star in the music industry, GiGi FM takes us behind the scenes of her artistic process, revealing how her personal experiences shape her tracks. Paul and GiGi engage in an intimate conversation, recorded in the creative ambiance of a Berlin gallery, whe…

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Scuba 1:14:12

6M ago1:14:12

1:14:12

This week we get deep on the dancefloor with Paul Rose, famed as Scuba — the DJ, producer, label owner, promoter and pocaster whose been shaping the world of bass-heavy electronic music over the last two decades with style. From his roots in the London underground garage scene to his adventures in Berlin, Scuba's sonic journey has been nothing shor…

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Jean-Michel Jarre 28:51

6M ago28:51

28:51

Engage your senses and prepare to be transported with godfather of electronic music, Jean-Michel Jarre. Producer, composer, 3 times Guinness World record holder and cultural ambassador, Jean is also one of the youngest 75 year olds you’ll ever hear, as Paul found out when the two spoke about his 50-year musical journey, his drive to continually loo…

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Adrian Sherwood 54:48

6M ago54:48

54:48

Adrian Sherwood — producer, mixologist, sonic innovator, dub technician and label runner joins Paul for an intimate exploration of his fascinating career, where they explore the profound influence of his dub techniques on the music industry, and his surprising contentment with remaining semi-underground. From working with Lee Scratch Perry and Prin…

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Carmen Villain 45:52

7M ago45:52

45:52

Paul talks with innovative producer, musician, and DJ, Carmen Villain, unravelling the key influences that have shaped her sound, ranging from hip hop, R&B to minimalism. Carmen opens up about her late start in music and her love for loops and textures, taking us behind her creative process, shedding light on her desires to blend dub influences wit…

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Elijah 47:36

7M ago47:36

47:36

Ready to pierce the myths of being a creative in the digital age? Paul sits down with Elijah, Grime and DIY pioneer, who, with over 15 years of industry experience, unpacks "Close The App, Make The Ting", a phrase that has helped him steer his diverse roles - which range from DJ and label owner to teacher and producer - in an ever-evolving, noisy i…

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Augustus Muller 32:24

7M ago32:24

32:24

Augustus Muller — Innovative electronic musician, producer, film composer and one half of cult duo Boy Harsher, talks with Paul about his approach to music, highlighting his journey from a high school discovery of synthesizers right through to a current sabbatical in New York. Augustus gives us an intimate look at his creative process. We delve int…

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Roger Eno 47:05

7M ago47:05

47:05

Ever wondered how a composer plays with silence to create evocative music? Roger Eno has been honing his ambient and emotive music since 1983’s seminal Apollo: Atmosphere’s And Soundtracks, an album he made with his older brother Brian and the producer Daniel Lanois. Roger chats with Paul about his style and his unique approach of "decomposition" i…

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Simo Cell 1:03:32

7M ago1:03:32

1:03:32

In the new episode of Lost and Sound Paul gets deep into conversation with DJ and producer, Simo Cell. With his debut album Cuspide des Sirènes creating waves, Simo talks about his artistic process, musical journey, his UK Bass influences, and the transformative experience of birthing a full-length album. The Paris based DJ reveals the art of harne…

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Samantha Urbani 1:19:47

8M ago1:19:47

1:19:47

Singer, songwriter, producer, political advocate and spiritual New Yorker in LA, Samantha Urbani cut her musical teeth in the Brooklyn indie band Friends, before collaborating with Dev Hynes, singing on 6 out of the 11 tracks on Blood Orange’s Cupid Deluxe. Her upcoming solo album, Showing Up, is bright and sharp and nods to both Tom Tom Club and J…

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Mykki Blanco 49:58

8M ago49:58

49:58

Mykki Blanco — musician, performance artist, poet and activist became canonised so soon after releasing their first mixtape that within a year they were a style icon, a recognised trailblazer and toured with Björk. With over a decade now of music, Mykki is constantly experimenting, pushing boundaries with their sound and how they project themselves…

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Rrose 45:06

8M ago45:06

45:06

Rrose makes enigmatic music that hits a sweet spot between techno and avant-garde composition, blurring gender identity and making work that feels like you’re listening to a living, tactile organism. New album, Please Touch is the latest stop over a long journey that began under a different pseudonym in the club scenes of 1990s California, involved…

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Hania Rani (2023) 49:13

9M ago49:13

49:13

Hania Rani, the acclaimed Polish-born composer, producer, pianist and singer makes a return visit to Lost and Sound. When Paul and Hania first spoke, it was during the weirdness of the pandemic, yet that conversation has gone on to be the most listened to episode of the show ever. Since then, she’s recorded a soundtrack, a classical album and a You…

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Mick Harvey and Amanda Acevedo 56:45

9M ago56:45

56:45

Mick Harvey - founding member of The Birthday Party, The Bad Seeds and Crime And The City Solution. On top of that, he’s done everything from recording two albums of Serge Gainsbourg covers to being long term collaborator with PJ Harvey. Amanda Acevedo was a fan in Mexico who, during lockdown, plucked up courage and asked him if he’d like to work o…

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Yann Tiersen and QUINQUIS 36:54

9M ago36:54

36:54

Yann Tiersen and QUINQUIS (Emilie Tiersen) are on a boat with a manifesto, touring the Celtic Islands and playing community halls, pubs, record shops and places along the way. The producer/musician/composing couple talk with Paul about the environmental and consumerist impact of touring and their holistic approach to navigating this. Yann (who firs…

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Kevin Rowland - Dexys 36:05

9M ago36:05

36:05

Lost and Sound meets Kevin Rowland, singer, musician and the frontman of Dexys Midnight Runners, now shortened to simply Dexys. A true pop maverick - from early 40 hour a week rehearsals and a band name taken from the Northern Soul drug Dexadrine to those seismic 80s pop moments like Geno and Come On Eileen and the stone cold classic Searching For …

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Psycho & Plastic 55:38

10M ago55:38

55:38

Psycho & Plastic found a way to express their deepest feelings through making ambient music. The duo had been playing their brand of underground electronica in Berlin for years until the events of 2020 put a stop to their live energy. Instead of beats, they channelled the raw emotion lurking in quietness, and it’s a sound they’ve cultivated ever si…

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Iceboy Violet 54:42

10M ago54:42

54:42

Manchester based Iceboy Violet fuses experimental club music with warped pop abstraction, noise and rap, adding vulnerability and a cheeky northern humour to their rhymes. They have a candid conversation with Paul about creativity and authenticity. Since the release of the rapper, producer and performer’s 2018 mixtape MOOK, they’ve been pushing bou…

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Finlay Shakespeare 54:40

10M ago54:40

54:40

Finlay Shakespeare is that rare thing - equally both boffin and poet. A childhood obsession with his parents’ record collection, then teenage years spent building his own synthesizers led on to a series of works, from improvised home recordings to the lush 80s inspired synth pop of his latest album, Illusion + Memory. He speaks with Paul about the …

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James Ellis Ford 1:04:50

11M ago1:04:50

1:04:50

It’s taken James Ellis Ford twenty plus years in the A game to release his debut solo record. In these years he’s become possibly the go to producer for anyone from Blur to Depeche Mode to Kylie to Gorillaz to Foals to Arctic Monkeys. He’s also a Simian Mobile Disco, a Last Shadow Puppet, an Eno protege and inadvertently responsible for the epoch d…

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Delilah Holliday 47:22

11M ago47:22

47:22

North London DIY Icon Delilah Holliday once said she writes songs to make people feel less alone. Her band, Skinny Girl Diet, which she founded at the age of 14 with her sister Ursula and their cousin Amelia reignited a much needed Riot Grrl punk spirit, galvanising a community of like minded music lovers back in the early 2010s. Moving more recent…

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Jessy Lanza 42:26

11M ago42:26

42:26

Jessy Lanza - producer, singer and DJ, chats with Paul about finding her confidence through eschewing the rigours of a jazz education for making some of the sharpest, brightest and damn well fizzy leftfield pop music of the last ten years. And that’s exactly what it’s been, a decade, since her debut came out on the hugely influential Hyperdub label…

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Richie Culver 53:10

11M ago53:10

53:10

Audio/visual artist Richie Culver first realised he could make art at a rave afterparty when he picked up a book of Nan Golding’s photography. He rose to popular attention in recent years firstly in the art world after a work was featured in the Tate Modern and when the piece Did U Cum Yet, a comment about social media, went viral during the pandem…

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Dangermami 1:00:19

11M ago1:00:19

1:00:19

Dangermami set up Femme Bass Mafia as a mentoring program for femme, trans and non-binary people, with a focus on bass music and the creation of safer learning spaces. She talks with Paul about gender visibility in club culture and her own ascent as one of the most exciting new DJs to emerge out of post-pandemic Berlin. This episode was recorded li…

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Baxter Dury 53:14

12M ago53:14

53:14

Baxter Dury - Musician, world class exponent of sprechtgasung, debonaire racontuer, immently an alternative English national treasure and a man whose travelled a long creative and life path since appearing on the cover of his Dad, Ian Dury’s New Boots And Panties album. “You’ve got to go through your owl turmoil to get somewhere, you can’t be lent …

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Gina Birch 51:49

12M ago51:49

51:49

Gina Birch is a true trailblazer. Co-founder of the all girl post punk band The Raincoats, the music herself and Ana de Silva headed up, which so often hit the soft spot between experimental, choaotic and melodic in the truest Velvets sense, paved the way for decades of music to come and did so much for female visibility in bands. Along the way, th…

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Sunroof - Daniel Miller and Gareth Jones 52:50

12M ago52:50

52:50

When Daniel Miller and Gareth Jones make music together as Sunroof, they sit either side of a table, adjusting the dials of modular synths and they look like two veteran chess players locked into a very long, perhaps even decades long game. Yet instead of being in competition, it’s like they raise each other’s vibration: one making a sound, the oth…

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Sleaford Mods 29:42

1y ago29:42

29:42

Andrew Fearn’s stripped down, austere electro-punk productions and Jason Williamson’s biting yet absurdly humourous lyrics and delivery have been exploring austerity-era Britain, culture, and working class life for over a decade. Collectively as Sleaford Mods, they’ve always done exactly their own thing in their own way but their last album Spare R…

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Lucinda Chua 55:35

1y ago55:35

55:35

South London-based singer/songwriter, producer, and composer Lucinda Chua joins Paul for a conversation on the eve of the release of her debut long player, YIAN, on 4AD Records. In the past better known for her collaborations with artists such as FKA twigs and for her time in the post-rock duo Felix, her solo work mixes deep introspection with stun…

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Suzanne Ciani 49:46

1y ago49:46

49:46

Suzanne Ciani is a true pioneer. One of the world’s first synth heroes. “The diva of the diode.” Ciani began experimenting with electronic music in 1960s California, at a time when to do so wasn’t just about a new style of music, but about creating a whole new language: a new form of music with this new technology. Like Delia Derbyshire and Cosey F…

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Miss Grit 39:28

1+ y ago39:28

39:28

This week, Paul meets New York-based, Korean-American musician Margaret Sohn aka Miss Grit. Their upcoming debut LP, Follow The Cyborg finds a personal connection between cyborg theory and her identity. As a mixed-race, non-binary artist, Sohn has always rejected the limits of identity thrust upon them by the outside world, in favour of embracing a…

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The Waeve - Graham Coxon & Rose Elinor Dougall 46:42

1+ y ago46:42

46:42

The Waeve is the coming together of two unique musical voices - Graham Coxon & Rose Elinor Dougall who've just come together to make a rather deep and magical record together as The Waeve. Rose - started out in the Spector-eque girl group The Pipettes in the early millennium, has recorded since with Mark Ronson amongst others and her solo music, li…

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Mark Jenkin 58:30

1+ y ago58:30

58:30

Lost and Sound is back after a seasonal break, and trying something new: Paul’s first guest of the year is actually a film maker. Isn’t this a music podcast? You might say, but Mark Jenkin’s hands-on approach and unique style, particularly when it comes to sound design, make him, for a podcast that meets outliers, innovators and outsiders, a spot o…

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Nastia 58:00

1+ y ago58:00

58:00

Nastia aka - Anastasia Topolskaia is a true techno outlier, the Ukrainian DJ is one of the most in-demand techno DJs travelling internationally yet keeps it real: her sets are hard, deep and come from an intrinsic sense of movement that is tied to her roots as a dancer. Unlike so many DJs, she has for most part not become a producer, rather concent…

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Anton Newcombe 1:00:53

1+ y ago1:00:53

1:00:53

Lost and Sound is about sharing conversations with the innovators, the outsiders, the mavericks, artists that do their own unique thing and this week’s guest is certainly all of those. Anton Newcombe. His musical project, the psychedelic trailblazers The Brian Jonestown Massacre, began in San Francisco in the early nineties. Outspoken and often mis…

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