E447: The Brand New Heavies: Andrew Levy on 40 years of acid jazz
Headliner Radio11 Nov 2025

E447: The Brand New Heavies: Andrew Levy on 40 years of acid jazz

Few tracks capture the timeless groove of The Brand New Heavies quite like You Are the Universe. Released in 1997 as part of the band’s platinum-certified album Shelter, the song’s uplifting lyrics and irresistible funk-soul groove have made it a fan favourite across the globe, cementing the band’s place as pioneers of acid jazz. Andrew Levy, who’s been The Brand New Heavies’ bassist since the group formed in the late ‘80s, reflects on the group's enduring appeal, why they never go out of sty...

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E444: Guvna B: Inside Youth Music

E444: Guvna B: Inside Youth Music

Guvna B is a musician and rapper from Newham, London, growing up in the same area as the likes of Kano, Ghetts, and Dizzee Rascal. Despite limited music opportunities growing up, he’s become a leading...

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E443: Ryan Tedder: Hits, Hooks & the Art of Modern Songwriting

E443: Ryan Tedder: Hits, Hooks & the Art of Modern Songwriting

American singer, songwriter, record producer, and co-founder and frontman of the pop rock band One Republic, Ryan Tedder talks about music that ties him to a specific time in his life, his opinions on...

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Aspiring Headliner E85: Tanis

Aspiring Headliner E85: Tanis

Paris-born, London-based artist Tanis talks about how her multicultural upbringing shapes her sound, and she delves into the inspiration behind her new single, Kid, which is about the complexities of...

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E442: Filipe Messeder: Behind the sound design of Weapons

E442: Filipe Messeder: Behind the sound design of Weapons

Filipe Messeder delves into his role as sound designer and sound effects editor on the no.1 box office horror film, Weapons, the new movie from Barbarian director and writer Zach Cregger. He discusses...

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Aspiring Headliner E84: Wizard Chan

Aspiring Headliner E84: Wizard Chan

Born in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, Wizard Chan is a hip hop and afrobeats artist masterfully combining the traditional musical sounds of Africa with contemporary African pop. It’s getting him noticed int...

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E441: Gary Spittle | The Future of Immersive Audio

E441: Gary Spittle | The Future of Immersive Audio

Headliner’s Dolby Atmos-certified Darkwood Studios seems as fitting a spot as any for a conversation with Gary Spittle. The British-born, California-based entrepreneur is the founder of Sonical - a di...

1 Sep 202523min

Aspiring Headliner E83: Yndling

Aspiring Headliner E83: Yndling

Norwegian indie and dream-pop artist Yndling is an Oslo-based artist crafting songs that are a melting pot of shoegaze, trip-hop, and Scandinavian sounds. She delves into her second album – released i...

18 Aug 202544min

The Mix Room E113: John Murphy & David Fleming: Scoring Superman

The Mix Room E113: John Murphy & David Fleming: Scoring Superman

Composers John Murphy and David Fleming talk about their discussions with director James Gunn about new creative avenues for the iconic John Williams Superman theme, bringing a fresh musical perspecti...

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