FaceCulture: Giving You The People Behind The Music
FaceCulture is a daily-updated music platform that offers in-depth interviews, live sessions, and more with your favorite artists. While primarily operating on YouTube and other video services, this podcast allows listeners to enjoy a selection of both old and new interviews in audio format. Due to the nature of on-location recordings at festivals, venues, and other settings, audio quality may vary. Not all interviews are included in the podcast; the full library is available on their YouTube channel.
Episodes
Keane interview - Tim Rice-Oxley (2005)
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Keane interview - Tom Chaplin (2005)
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Epica interview - Mark Jansen about 'Aspiral', fatherhood, near-death experiences and more! (2025)
Mark about:
0:00 the time in between albums
1:50 learning from the Alchemy Project
3:51 starting on Aspiral
6:07 the album titel 'Aspiral'
8:10 The "A New Age Dawns" theme
11:53 near-death experiences
15:30 becoming a father
16:29 T.I.M.E.
19:10 sharing control over the songwriting
22:50 After Forever reunion shows
24:45 working with Sander Gommans again
26:23 Darkness Dies in Light Host
Epica interview - Simone Simons on new album 'Aspiral', Vermillion, Metallica and more! (2025)
Simone about:
0:00 her solo album 'Vermillion'
1:19 working with Ayreon
4:04 experimenting with her voice
6:03 writing sessions for the new Epica album
9:28 her favorite tracks on Aspiral
10:49 the title track 'Aspiral'
12:36 having multiple songwriters in the band
13:45 her passion for music
16:29 'A New Age Dawns' series
17:39 writing lyrics
22:06 band dynamics after all these years
23:21 the so
Ayreon interview - Arjen Lucassen (2020)
Video with Dutch singer, songwriter, composer, and producer Arjen Lucassen, most known for his work under the name Ayreon. FaceCulture spoke with Arjen about Eddie van Halen, the rock & roll lifestyle, what he has learned from his previous albums, taking risks, the beginning of Transitus, starting with the story, John Carpenter, finding the right vocalists, ghost movies, the plot of Transitus,
Behind the Music livestream - Joe from Nothing But Thieves (with Dom as our secret guest)! (2021)
Every Friday in 2021 we will host a Behind the Music NL live stream at the FaceCulture YouTube channel!! Friday February 5 at 15hrs CET we had Joe from Nothing But Thieves as our guest! And luckily Dom could make it as our secret guest. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Jacob Collier interview (2016)
Video interview with the English jazz musician Jacob Collier. FaceCulture spoke with Jacob about his recently released album In My Room, the first album he ever bought, Stevie Wonder, his musical family, when jazz came into his life, being a solo act, loving harmony and rhythm, playing different instruments, learning, being good enough, social media, the creative process, a good song, growing, sta
Tokio Hotel interview - Bill and Tom Kaulitz (2017)
Video interview with singer Bill Kaulitz, and his twin brother, guitarist Tom Kaulitz, from the German alternative rock band Tokio Hotel. FaceCulture spoke with Bill and Tom about going back to their roots, simplicity, writing on their own, Boy Don't Cry, shaping Dream Machine, writing a cool pop song, What If, their loyal fans, and a lot more! (19/03/2017) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company
Loic Nottet interview (2017)
Video interview with Belgian singer Loïc Nottet. FaceCulture spoke with Loïc about Queen, wanting to be a performer, The Voice, Selfocracy, horror films, the image of a mirror, difficulties growing up, his sound, and a lot more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Nightwish interview - Floor Jansen (2020)
Video interview with Dutch singer and songwriter Floor Jansen, who is currently the vocalist for Finnish metal band Nightwish. FaceCulture spoke with Floor about doing her solo tour, playing Pinkpop, being challenged on Human. :||: Nature., how she approached the vocal parts, her connection to nature, and a lot more! (21/02/2020) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for in
Rag 'n' Bone Man interview (2016)
Video interview with British singer-songwriter Rory Graham, better known as Rag'n'Bone Man. FaceCulture spoke with Rory about Skunk Anansie, his musical household, starting in hip hop, realizing he could sing, The Rum Committee, personal lyrics, stage fright, No Mother, Human, completing the debut album, a song for his grandmother, surprising people, and a lot more! (20/08/2016) Hosted by Simpleca
Twenty One Pilots interview at Lowlands with Tyler & Josh (2015)
Video interview with multi-instrumentalist and vocalist Tyler Joseph and drummer Josh Dun from the American alternative pop band Twenty One Pilots. FaceCulture spoke with Tyler and Josh about being back at Lowlands, pesky flies, Goner, always getting better, trying to top Vessel, Stressed Out, wanting to do things that matter, a special moment on stage, sharing what they make, longevity, serving
Bastille interview - Dan Smith and Chris Wood (2013)
FaceCulture spoke with Dan Smith and Chris Wood of the South-London based band Bastille about their debut album Bad Blood, the first meeting, Dan Smith' being a control freak, song writing, don't wanting to be a singer songwriter, historical facts and stories, Pompeii and lots more! (20/02/2013) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Arjen Lucassen interview - New Solo album, the end of the world, Floor Jansen, Ayreon +more! (2025)
Arjen about:
0:00 the Ayreon anniversary shows
3:40 his new solo album 'Songs No One Will Hear
6:21 the music inspiring the story
9:20 what he would do if the world was ending
11:30 Mike Mills' narration
14:18 a song with Floor Jansen
16:08 Shaggathon
18:43 where to be when the world ends
20:56: Just Not Today
22:59 the album title
25:57 are we alone in the universe
27:28 the last line on the albu
Pro-Pain interview - 'Stone Cold Anger', a violent mugging, line-up changes +more!
Gary about:
0:00 the gap between album releases
2:43 recovering from a violent attack
7:05 how his injuries affected his singing
10:51 why Eric Klinger left in 2007
13:11 Eric returning to the band
16:53 choosing between Eric and Matt Sheridan
18:54 Uncle Sam Wants You!
21:43 a decline in free speech
24:22 Sky's The Limit and very personal songs
29:03 naming the album Stone Cold Anger
30:32 releas
Who On Earth interview - 'It Takes The Village' album, freedom, sobriety +more!
Coosh about:
0:00 going from karaoke to being in a band
3:00 karaoke fans
5:53 writing original songs
7:23 'Good Man Down' and sobriety
12:35 'It Takes The Village'
14:50 'We Don't Belong Here
17:45 standing up for freedom
19:29 songs that stay relevant
21:37 trying to grow the band
23:25 listeners around the world
26:35 their 'Hold The Line' cover Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm
Blue Medusa interview - Alissa White-Gluze about forming a new band, painting +more!
Alissa about:
0:00 picking a band name
2:41 Checkmate
5:19 gaining a new perspective
7:20 meeting Dani Sophia
10:36 her first meeting with Alyssa Day
11:59 why she wanted a band and does collaborations
14:11 the sound of the band
18:33 her background in art
21:55 the joy of painting
24:37 appreciating life
27:18 coming from a creative family
29:10 what is next for Blue Medusa Hosted by Simplecast,
Podcast: Rinus Gerritsen, Michel van Dijk, Shell Schellekens en Martin Kuiper over Little While
In deze podcast praten Rinus, Michel en Shell met Martin Kuiper over het nummer "Little While". Een nummer geschreven door Rinus met tekst van Michel. De track is onderdeel van Rinus’ Garage, het solo project van Rinus Gerritsen. Iedere maand brengt de voormalig bassist van Golden Earring een nieuw nummer uit, vaak met een gastzanger of zangeres. Bij elk nummer hoort een eigen podcast, waarin word
The Murder Capital interview (2019)
Video interview with James McGovern (vocals) and Damien Tuit (guitar) from the Irish punk band The Murder Capital. FaceCulture spoke with James and Damien about architecture, the music they grew up with, More Is Less, finding an original sound, how they write songs, creating a cohesive album, romance, suicide, Slowdance, knowing what to put in and take out of a song, isolation, the album title Whe
Delain - Charlotte and Martijn interview (2019)
Video interview with Martijn Westerholt (keys) and Charlotte Wessels (vocals) from the Dutch Symphonic metal band Delain. FaceCulture spoke with Martijn and Charlotte about Masters of Destiny, how ideas turn into songs, the things you can and cannot control, the album Apocalypse & Chill, working with a theme, Creatures, To Live Is To Die, what songwriting means to them, Ghost Home Heart, touri
Jack Savoretti interview - 'We Will Always Be Who We Were', acceptance, and a lot more! (2026)
Jack about:
0:00 growing up on 'Miss Italia,'
4:02 the start of 'We Will Always Be The Way We Were'
6:42 writing without a plan
9:49 keeping his passion for music alive
11:52 acceptance
13:41 The Making Of You
16:51 a cohesive album
18:02 KT Tunstall and other collaborations
20:05 Anything But A Fool
21:22 finding inspiration in his wife
22:42 a useful album
24:30 the Royal Albert Hall Hosted by S
Blue Medusa interview - Alissa White-Gluze about forming a new band, painting +more! (2026)
Alissa about:
0:00 picking a band name
2:41 Checkmate
5:19 gaining a new perspective
7:20 meeting Dani Sophia
10:36 her first meeting with Alyssa Day
11:59 why she wanted a band and does collaborations
14:11 the sound of the band
18:33 her background in art
21:55 the joy of painting
24:37 appreciating life
27:18 coming from a creative family
29:10 what is next for Blue Medusa Hosted by Simplecast,
Bennie Jolink interview (2019)
Video interview met Bennie Jolink, zanger van de Achterhoekse rockgroep Normaal. FaceCulture sprak met Bennie over z’n liefde voor tekenen, beginnen aan de nieuwe plaat en boek Bernard Jolink: Post Normaal, hoe muziek in z’n leven kwam, het op z’n eigen manier doen, success, het eerste grote optreden met Normaal, waarom boerenrock aansloeg, een rel bij TopPop, eigenwijsheid, Ik Goa Mien Eigen Gang
Razorlight - Johnny Borrell interview (2019)
Video interview with frontman Johnny Borrell from the English indie rock band Razorlight. FaceCulture spoke with Johnny about the first song he ever wrote, playing in front of people, London in the 90s, changes in music culture, Olympus Sleeping, a difficult period for the band, songwriting, the importance of the first line, Carry Yourself, and a lot more! (03/02/2019) Hosted by Simplecast, an Ads
JB Meijers & Barry Hay interview (2019)
Video interview met Barry Hay (frontman Golden Earring) en JB Meijers (gitarist, zanger, producer) over hun samenwerkingsproject dat heeft geleid tot het album For You Baby. FaceCulture sprak Barry en JB over hun eerste ontmoeting, Ilse’s Veranda, muziek humor en drank, een soepele samenwerking, de keer dat Barry fluit leerde spelen, For You Baby, I Hope I Never van Split Enz, het zanggeluid van B
Benny Sings interview (2019)
Video interview with Dutch musician Tim van Berkestijn, better known as Benny Sings. FaceCulture spoke with Benny about his early band Love Boat, why he started singing, his first album Champagne People, what makes music great, City Pop, thinking about quitting music, what drives him, Everything I Know, writing about Love, his connection with Japan, having an international focus, anxiety, and a lo
The Revivalists interview (2019)
Video interview with vocalist David Shaw from the American rock band The Revivalists. FaceCulture spoke with David about finding his passion in music, his supportive parents, meeting Zack, growing as a person and as a band, Men Amongst Mountains, the new album Take Good Care, being a fighter, making musical decisions, Shoot You Down, Other side of Paradise, magical moments, Oh No, spreading the ar
Lambchop interview (2019)
Video interview with American singer and songwriter Kurt Wagner from the alternative country band Lambchop. FaceCulture spoke with Kurt about going to art happenings as a kid, not being afraid to try something new, FLOTUS, working with Matthew McCaughan, the exchange of information, the notion of perfection, different approaches to songwriting, Flower, the new normal, technology, not going overboa
Kevin Morby interview (2019)
Video interview with American singer, songwriter, and musician Kevin Morby. FaceCulture spoke with Kevin about his fascination with religion, the song Beautiful Strangers, the phrase “Oh My God”, showing religion from all angles, growing up in the religious midwest, working with Sam Cohen again, focusing on his vocals, writing on airplanes, Hail Mary, unconventional songs, talking his time with th
Benjamin Francis Leftwich interview (2019)
Video interview with English singer-songwriter Benjamin Francis Leftwich. FaceCulture spoke with Benjamin about looking back at After The Rain, wasted time, having been distracted from reality, isolation and self-hatred, getting clean, recording the new album Gratitude, creativity without drugs, recovery as a work in progress, The Mess We Make, his music affecting people, a fresh perspective on th
Six60 interview (2019)
Video interview with Chris Mac (Bass/synths) and Marlon Gerbes (synths/samples) from the New Zealand band Six60. FaceCulture spoke with Chris and Marlon about Chris joining the band, albums as snapshots, growing with each album, tapping into a feeling, how they write songs, The Greatest, the All Blacks, touring all over the world, looking into their Maori roots, traditional instruments, Tomorrow,
Brittany Howard interview (2019)
Video interview with American singer, songwriter and Alabama Shakes front woman Brittany Howard. FaceCulture spoke with Brittany about the need to create, the influence of her sister, what drives her, being emotionally drained, waiting to release her solo debut album Jaime, self-imposed pressure, Stay High, putting others before herself, and a lot more! (05/09/2019) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWiz
Podcast: Rinus en Natousch Gerritsen in gesprek met Martin Kuiper over 'Desert Flower'
Desert Flower is een persoonlijk nummer over de ex vrouw van Rinus en de moeder van zijn twee dochters. De track is onderdeel van Rinus’ Garage, het solo project van Rinus Gerritsen, waarbij de voormalig bassist van Golden Earring iedere maand een nieuw nummer uitbrengt, vaak met een gastzanger of zangeres. Bij elke compositie hoort een eigen podcast, waarin wordt gepraat over het ontstaan van de
Sigrid interview (2019)
Video interview with Norwegian singer and songwriter Sigrid. FaceCulture spoke with Sigrid about her hometown, dramatic songs, starting with songwriting, other interests, needing to feel comfortable, Sight Of You, a mathematical approach, melodies, In Vain, vocal takes, the fans, and a lot more! (07/02/2019) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Hollow Coves interview (2017)
Video interview with Ryan Henderson and Matt Carins better know as the Australian band Hollow Coves. FaceCulture spoke with Ryan and Matt about their new album Wanderlust, their first impression of each other, how they got into music, hip hop, rap, growing up in a musical family, how they started making music, Soundcloud, traveling, their first live shows, writing, touring, lyrics, how they write,
The Paper Kites interview (2019)
Video interview with Sam Rasmussen (bass/synth) and Sam Bentley (vocals/guitars/keys) from Australian indie rock-folk band The Paper Kites. FaceCulture spoke with Sam and Sam about the first time they met, a shoe-packing job, how the band was formed, what made this band different, creating a cohesive sound, making every show special, experiencing life in between albums, writing two records, Red Li
Trixie Whitley interview (2019)
Video interview with Belgian American musician Trixie Whitley. FaceCulture spoke with Trixie about why she didn’t dance for a long time, physical language, giving birth, a deep instinct to dance, fluid creativity, her new album Lacuna, the importance of nuance, the influence of her environment, writing in the studio, May Cannan, how violence is experienced, Dare To Imagine, watching the world from
Bear's Den interview (2019)
Video interview with Andrew Davie (vocals/guitar) and Kevin Jones (drums/bass/guitar) from the British folk rock band Bear’s Den. FaceCulture spoke with Andrew and Kevin about starting on So That You Might Hear Me, Breaker/Keeper, being more personal than ever, a heightened sense of of vulnerability, textures and sounds, hope, sharing their music, taking some time off in between albums, talking ab
Alvaro Soler interview (2019)
Video interview with Spanish-German singer and songwriter Álvaro Soler. FaceCulture spoke with Álvaro about his early beginnings in music, moving to Japan as a kid, finding confidence in himself, finding his musical identity, becoming the center of attention, dealing with success, starting on Mar de Colores, music for every situation, knowing when a song will work, La Cintura and La Libertad, grow
X Ambassadors interview - Sam Harris (2019)
Video interview with vocalist Sam Harris from the American rock band X Ambassadors. FaceCulture spoke with Sam about dealing with jetlag, finding the right sound for Orion, working with Ricky Reed, looking towards the future, optimism, the power of music, Brandi Carlisle, always chasing something, dealing with critics and social media, and a lot more! (26/04/2019) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz
Sam Fender interview (2019)
Video interview with English singer-songwriter Sam Fender. FaceCulture spoke with Sam about bringing his friends on tour, his nickname, North Shields as inspiration, optimism, a lesson from his father, observing the world, Hypersonic Missiles, climate change, believing in love, Pinkpop, and a lot more! (29/04/2019) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Erik Neimeijer interview: Green Eyed Soul, Tell Me If I'm Dreaming, Willie Nelson, blazers en meer!
Erik over:
0:00 z'n vorige solo album Be My Guest
2:21 Tell Me If I'm Dreaming
7:17 Prove Me Wrong en Kung-fu training
10:41 z'n liefde voor blazers
13:49 Green Eyed Soul
16:35 een "ah-ha!" moment
19:42 een cover van Angel Flying Too Close To The Ground
21:38 The Long Lasting Cold
25:37 Devil Is Skilled en de spiritualiteit van muziek
29:10 Muses of The Low World
31:56 Hopes and Dreams e
Podcast: Rinus Gerritsen en Nico Dijkshoorn in gesprek met Martin Kuiper over 'Vrij'
In deze podcast praten Rinus en Nico Dijkshoorn met Martin Kuiper over 'Vrij', een song geschreven door Rinus met tekst en zang van Nico. De heren spelen al jaren samen met elkaar in The Wizards en toen Rinus Nico vroeg om mee te doen aan 'Vrij' twijfelde deze geen moment. De track is onderdeel van Rinus’ Garage, het solo project van Rinus Gerritsen. Iedere maand brengt de voormalig bassist van Go
Leon Bridges interview (2018)
Video interview with American singer and songwriter Leon Bridges. FaceCulture spoke with Leon about working with Gary Clark Jr. and Jon Batiste, going in a different musical direction, 90s R&B, being pigeonholed, a generation gap, writing for his second album Good Thing, a collaborative process, writing about love, Beyond, reactions to the new music, reaching a wider audience, and a lot more!
Phoebe Bridgers interview (2017)
Video interview with American indie folk artist Phoebe Bridgers. FaceCulture spoke with Phoebe about Jackson Browne, her first songs, Georgia, vulnerability in writing, her darker side, working with Ryan Adams, a musical unicorn, her album Stranger in the Alps, touring with Julien Baker and Violent Femmes, the album title, expectations, and a lot more! (04/07/2017) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz
Amy MacDonald interview (2017)
Video interview with Scottish singer and songwriter Amy MacDonald. FaceCulture spoke with Amy about Bruce Springsteen, getting into songwriting, her new album Under Stars, Prepare To Fall, taking her time for the album, a predictable music industry, music as an escape, The Contender, taking different perspectives, the title track Under Stars, and a lot more! (05/03/2017) Hosted by Simplecast, an A
Years & Years - Olly Alexander interview (2015)
Video interview with frontman and keyboardist Olly Alexander from the British electronica trio Years & Years. FaceCulture spoke with Olly about the Coleford Music Festival, his mother, inheriting a piano, Heart and Soul, his own songs, getting into acting, singing in the shower, getting together with Mikey and Emre, Real, their sound, honesty in his lyrics, Memo, King, not overcomplicating thi
Slipknot - Chris Fehn interview (2008)
Video interview with percussionist Chris Fehn, better known as #3, from metal band Slipknot. FaceCulture spoke to #3 about having a break, healing, touring, going crazy, being pissed off, anxiety, losing it, the new album All Hope Is Gone, being an electrician, joining Slipknot, his masks, his mask getting stolen in Ireland, their first album Mate.Feed.Kill.Repeat, being in Slipknot, having a hard
Cigarettes After Sex - Greg Gonzalez interview (2017)
Video interview with frontman Greg Gonzalez from the American ambient pop group Cigarettes After Sex. FaceCulture spoke with Greg about movie soundtracks, songs filling a scene, developing his songwriting, being a control freak, spontaneity, EP I., social media, easy listening, Francoise Hardy, his debut album, writing about love, Flash, recurring imagery, conceptual artwork, writing about real pe
Japanese Breakfast - Michelle Zauner interview (2017)
Video interview with Korean-American singer and songwriter Michelle Zauner, better known by her solo project Japanese Breakfast. FaceCulture spoke with Michelle about discovering her creativity early on, going through an unfulfilling job, anime soundtracks, songwriting, her previous band Little Big League, taking care of her sick mother, Psychopomp, throwing her hat back into the ring, working on
Warpaint - Jenny and Emily interview (2014)
Video interview with bass guitarist Jenny Lee Lindberg and lead singer Emily Kokal from American indie rock band Warpaint. FaceCulture spoke to Jenny and Emily about meeting at a casting, being creative, Little Two's, the first practice, being free-spirited people, a good work ethic, moving in together, needing a break, keeping connected, making the EP, Warpaint, getting serious, rewriting songs,
Michael Monroe interview about Outerstellar, his youth, Hanoi Rocks, glam scene, Alice Cooper &more!
Michael about:
0:00 his childhood
4:05 how he got into rock music
8:42 the saxophone
11:46 influences and chasing the rock 'n roll dream
14:51 the early years of Hanoi Rocks
16:43 the impact of Razzle and his untimely death
19:03 breaking up the band
20:30 starting a solo career
22:41 'Dead, Jail Or Rock 'n Roll'
24:37 the glam scene in LA
28:27 new album 'Outerstellar,'
33:32 the album title and
Calpurnia - Finn and Ayla interview
Video interview with Finn Wolfhard (vocals/guitar) and Ayla Tesler-Mabe (vocals/guitar) from the Canadian indie rock band Calpurnia. FaceCulture spoke with Finn and Ayla about first impressions, an immediate click, 4 things that make a song good, writing songs together, Blame, the live shows, ambition, a one for stories, The Beatles, a PUP music video, positive reactions, Finn’s Fame, and a lot mo
Henk Johannes over solo werk, Finding Myself Alone, persoonlijke verhaal van Shadows Casting + meer!
Henk over:
0:00 waarom hij gitaar is gaan spelen
2:10 Nirvana
4:48 John Frusciante en de RHCP
7:07 z'n eerste bandjes
11:03 zenuwen en op het podium staan
13:25 de eerste ontmoeting met bandmaat Ymte Koekkoek
16:22 het begin van Money & The Man
22:00 de ontwikkeling van de band
24:39 vriendschap met Ymte
26:49 live spelen nodig hebben
31:40 nieuw bandlid Tim Kampman
35:42 MAMMON
40:02 wat muzi
Inhaler - Eli , Ryan, Josh and Robert interview (2019)
Video interview with Eli Hewson (vocals), Ryan McMahon (drums), Josh Jenkinson (guitar), and Robert Keating (bass) from the Irish rock band Inhaler. FaceCulture spoke with the band about having an eclectic mix of influences, good music in any genre, Sam Fender and The 1975, finding their musical identity, It Won’t Alway Be Like This, paying dues on the road, flat tires, sold out shows, Eli having
SOEN interview - Joel Ekelöf about new 'Reliance', pessimism and hope, their sound +more! (2026)
Joel about:
0:00 their previous album Memorial
2:32 producer David Castillo
5:26 Mercenary
9:11 the state of the world
11:33 the title 'Reliance'
13:30 Discordia
15:18 experimenting
18:59 traditional metal
20:01 Indifference
21:33 the return of bassist Stefan Stenberg
25:08 his connection with Martin Lopez
28:55 the SOEN sound Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for infor
Amyl and the Sniffers - Amy Taylor and Dec Martens interview (2019)
Video interview with Amy Taylor (vocals) and Dec Martens (guitar) from the Australian rock band Amyl and the Sniffers. FaceCulture spoke with Amy and Declan about going to gigs in their youth, a shared experience, their first ever gig, a natural progression, partying a bit too hard, being in control, finding their musical identity, ambition, improving as artists, Declan’s hair, Amy freestyling, an
Shinedown - Eric Bass interview (2018)
Video interview with multi-instrumentalist and producer Eric Bass from the American rock band Shinedown. FaceCulture spoke with Eric about a dynamic upbringing, his first electric guitar, Metallica and Poison, music being his only path, working as a carpenter with his father, his makeshift multi-track recorder, producing Attention Attention, a welcome challenge, working on the album non-stop, find
Vampire Weekend - Ezra Koening interview (2013)
Video interview with singer and guitarist Ezra Koenig from American indie rockband Vampire Weekend. FaceCulture spoke with Koenig about the new album Modern Vampires of the City, his sister's blog, his therapist mother, the interest in interactions within relationships, an art-filled household, not wanting to discuss his lyrics with others, Diane Young, Indo-Tibetan Buddhism class, Hannah Hunt, be
Twenty One Pilots - Tyler Joseph and Josh Dun interview (2014)
Video interview with singer and multi-instrumentalist Tyler Joseph and drummer Josh Dun from the American musical duo Twenty One Pilots. FaceCulture spoke to Tyler and Josh about Josh seeing Tyler perform for the first time, their friendship, building a fanbase in Ohio, being creative in their live shows, incorporating their fans, the importance of every show, lyrical content, Vessel, starting wit
Podcast: Martin Kuiper in gesprek met Rinus en Natousch Gerritsen over 'Avenue of Broken Dreams'
In deze podcast praten Rinus en Natousch Gerritsen met Martin Kuiper over “Avenue of Broken Dreams". De song is geschreven door George Kooymans en Barry Hay en staat op het album Tits 'n Ass uit 2012. Rinus heeft Avenue Of Broken Dreams opnieuw opgenomen met zijn dochter Natousch op zang, Richie Bleijenberg op drums en Heiko Ebner op blazers. Deze release is onderdeel van Rinus’ Garage, het solo p
Sleaford Mods - Jason Williamson interview (2017)
Video interview with vocalist Jason Williamson from the English music duo Sleaford Mods. FaceCulture spoke with Jason about Teacher Faces Porn Charges, starting on the album English Tapas, current affairs, a hip hop influence, getting the working class tag, humor, self-reflection, Messy Anywhere, Andrew’s beats, getting critiqued, people’s opinions, the temperament of English people, Rough Trade,
Meshuggah - Jens Kidman interview (2008)
Video interview with Swedish metalband Meshuggah. FaceCulture spoke to singer Jens Kidman from Meshuggah about every Meshuggah album, his first guitar, Umea, Frederik Thordendal, being kicked out of Meshuggah, singing technique, his voice, Contradictions Collapse, Destroy Erase Improve, developing sounds, Chaosphere, Nothing, Catch Thirtythree, Ozzfest, the drumkit from hell, their latest album Ob
Angel Olsen interview (2016)
Video interview with American folk/indie rock singer and guitarist Angel Olsen. FaceCulture spoke with Angel about her upcoming album My Woman, bands she played in, working with Bonnie Prince Billy, creating a live feel, playing with a band, changing her sound, staying sane, challenging herself, the importance of playing live, making a comprehensive album, taking care of herself, being protective
The 1975 - Matthew Healy and George Daniel interview (2013)
Video interview with singer and guitarist Matthew Healy and drummer George Daniel from indie rock band The 1975. FaceCulture spoke with Matthew and George about Glastonbury, growing in popularity, seizing an opportunity, an eclectic debut record, writing as an outlet, the soundtrack to their lives, honesty, Sex, the writing process, loyalty, love for the music, taking everything in, their fans, na
Julien Baker interview (2017)
Video interview with American singer-songwriter Julien Baker. FaceCulture spoke with Julien about learning to play guitar, Green Day, Fall Out Boy, vulnerability, her first album Sprained Ankle, not expecting to be successful, making honest music, writing about other people, writing about her breakup, Shadow Boxing, writing about platonic relationships, Hurt Less, writing about friendships, having
Heinoos interview - Erik over Nirvana, Remko Keizer, Normaal, stoppen en meer (in Helderop Studio)!
Erik over:
0:00 Nirvana en zelf gitaar spelen
2:29 zelfvertrouwen halen uit muziek maken
4:50 Neil Young en met gevoel spelen
8:22 z'n eerste bandje
12:02 voor het eerst met Remko spelen
14:00 z'n muzikale chemie met Remko
17:34 Eendagsvlinder
18:47 in de muziek van Normaal duiken
20:30 de feesttentcultuur
21:45 de eerste jaren van de Heinoos
23:22 van engelstalige covers naar Boerenrock
27:00 het
Shinedown - Brent Smith interview (2018)
Video interview with vocalist and songwriter Brent Smith from the American rock band Shinedown. FaceCulture spoke with Brent about Mötley Crüe, starting to sing, R&B and Motown, the first songs he wrote, Save Me, having great people around him, his gypsy heart, representing something bigger, ATTENTION ATTENTION, a visual story, GET UP, complete honesty, showing imperfections, not losing your h
Podcast: Rinus Gerritsen en Martin Kuiper over het nummer 'Flying'
In deze podcast praten Rinus Gerritsen en Martin Kuiper over Flying, een song van Rinus Gerritsen, die hij zelf zingt (met Koen Herfst op drums en Harrison Young op Trombone). In Flying blikt Rinus terug op de unieke reis die hij met George, Barry en Cesar als Golden Earring heeft gemaakt. De song is de tweede release van Rinus' Garage, het solo project van Rinus Gerritsen. Iedere maand brengt de
Heinoos interview - Remko over Normaal, eigen werk, vertrek van Erik en meer (in Helderop studio)!
0:00 z'n jeugd
2:41 opgroeien met Normaal
7:10 de eerste stapjes richting de muziek
10:06 de impact van Normaal
14:12 de formatie van de Heinoos
16:26 de Normaal "sound"
19:09 meer eigen werk
21:35 samenwerking met Bennie Jolink
22:54 hoe z'n familie over z'n muziek denkt
26:45 waarom het niet werkte met Bennie
29:32 succes en de debuutplaat
33:38 de "tentcultuur"
36:26 doorgro
The Wanton Bishops - Nader interview (2023)
Nader about: 0:00 Lebanese blues 2:21 an American influence 6:15 honesty in music 7:46 a love letter to Beirut 12:33 staying positive 15:21 the universality of music 16:45 his creative process 20:06 imposter syndrome 21:24 the two sides of resiliency 25:05 a hypnotic quality 26:46 electronics 28:14 preparing for the live shows 29:44 Under The Sun Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.a
Bloodbound interview - 'Field of Swords', songwriting, keeping their day jobs + a lot more! (2025)
Patrik about:
0:00 how he joined the band
3:00 his previous band Dawn Of Silence
4:18 writing songs for bloodbound
7:10 Field Of Swords
11:10 his songwriting process
12:57 vocal melodies
15:08 keeping their day jobs
17:43 finding inspiration everywhere
19:09 the song 'As Empires Fall Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of perso
Skunk Anansie - Skin interview (2025)
Skin about: 0:00 why the new album took a long time 2:12 writing new songs 4:48 writing session 6:51 'An Artist Is An Artist' 9:49 a third chapter for the band 12:00 having a "peter pan complex" 14:46 still having a lot to say 19:05 'Meltdown' 22:10 the album title 'The Painful Truth' 25:45 Cass dealing with cancer Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for informa
Skindred - Benji and Arya interview (2023)
Benji and Arya about: 0:00 the new album ‘Smile’ 2:40 Our Religion 4:23 their philosophy on music 7:31 winning over fans 10:01 connecting with people 11:15 L.O.V.E. (Smile Please) 15:06 Black Stars 17:53 empowering people 19:27 Arya’s drumming 20:45 good vibes in the studio 22:59 a sense of gratitude Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection
Podcast: Rinus Gerritsen, Berget Lewis en Martin Kuiper over Live Up To Your Love
In deze podcast praten Rinus Gerritsen, Berget Lewis en Martin Kuiper over Live Up To Your Love, een song van Rinus Gerritsen met zangeres Berget Lewis op zang. Live Up to Your Love heeft een onmiskenbare 80s feel en is de eerste release van Rinus' Garage, het solo project van Rinus Gerritsen. Iedere maand brengt de voormalig bassist van Golden Earring een nieuw nummer uit, vaak met een gastzange
Sepultura - Derrick interview (2021)
Video interview with American vocalist Derrick Green from Brazilian heavy metal band Sepultura. FaceCulture spoke with Derrick about living in Amsterdam, when he joined Sepultura, where his passion for music comes from, Henry Rollins, always being open to learn, challenging yourself creatively, dealing with the pandemic, writing about mental health issues on Quadra, why he stopped drinking, lyric
Puscifer - Carina interview (2020)
Video interview with singer, songwriter and musician Carina Round from alternative rock band Puscifer. FaceCulture spoke with Carina about playing the new album Existential Reckoning, Live at Arcosanti, making an album during the pandemic, the sonic landscape of the record, the Fairlight CMI, how they write their songs, the chemisty within the band, a sense of humor, Maynard’s lyrics, people “gett
Polo & Pan interview (2021)
Video interview with French DJ and producer Paul Armand-Delille (Polocorp) from electronic music duo Polo & Pan. FaceCulture spoke with Paul about his first impression of musical partner Alex, opening up for collabs, the success of the debut album Caravelle, working on Cyclorama, Ani Kuni, the visual aspect of what they do, Requiem, the production process, translating the songs to a live setti
Passenger interview (2021)
Video interview with singer-songwriter Mike Rosenberg, better known as Passenger. FaceCulture spoke with Mike about a year without live shows, extra work on Songs for the Drunk and Broken Hearted, music in difficult times, the full spectrum of emotions, the title track, character based writing, Nothing Aches Like a Broken Heart, the emotionality of a song, people connecting to his music, drowning
Kate Tempest interview (2022)
Kate about: 0:00 having multiple forms of creative expression 2:37 the reality of a creative life 5:18 songwriting with Dan Carey 9:40 the difficulties of writing 10:35 The Line Is A Curve 12:15 having friends contribute to the album 15:30 Priority Boredom 17:35 the role of a writer 19:19 inspiration from other artists 20:44 the audience 22:28 accepting failure 26:31 the most truthful take Hosted
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