Samuel T. Herring — Future Islands

Lost And Sound

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 likes of Marvin Gaye and John Coltrane.

He talks with Paul about the effects of streaming services and social media on musicians. Additionally, he sheds light on the band's evolution and the challenges they faced while rising to stardom, including recording their first album amidst financial struggles, and the effect of constant touring on their songwriting process.
As we conclude the conversation, Samuel opens up about his personal growth and self-reflection experienced during his journey. He speaks about how his music and lyrics have evolved to mirror his life changes. He further discusses his struggles with balancing his personal and professional life, underlining the importance of empathy and understanding in relationships. This episode will leave you with a deep understanding of the power of music, creativity, personal growth, and the resilience of the human spirit.

Presented and produced by Paul Hanford

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Future Islands’ 6th albium ’People Who Aren't There Anymore’, out 26th January via 4AD.

Pre-order a copy here.

Current single, 'The Tower' is out now

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Chapters

1. A Conversation With Samuel T Herring (00:00:00)

2. The Journey of Music and Self-Confidence (00:16:25)

3. Letterman's Impact on Music Appreciation (00:28:12)

4. The Evolution of Songwriting Process (00:38:01)

5. Life and Art Reflection and Growth (00:43:24)