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Add to Playlist

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Music
Film Music
Pop
Classical Music
Silent Film
Jazz
Japanese Culture
Die Fledermaus
Beyoncé
The Rolling Stones
Dawn Penn
Indian Classical Music
Apache
Sonata Tragica
Faronell's Ground
Woody Woodpecker Song
Succession
Pass the Dutchie
Canoon
Benjamin Britten

Jeffrey Boakye and Anna Phoebe take us on a musical journey of discovery, exploring the web of connections between tracks across the breadth of all musical styles, from pop, rock, reggae and hip-hop to classical, jazz, folk and country.

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Trumpeter and bandleader Guy Barker and composer and arranger Anne Dudley join Jeffrey and Anna as they add five more tracks, taking us from a high-octane heavy-metal classic to Run-D.M.C. via signature stage moves and dreamy Ella.

Producer Jerome W... more

Bassoonist Amy Harman and concert pianist Nicholas McCarthy are the studio guests of Jeffrey Boakye and Anna Phoebe as they add five more tracks. Kicking off with an internationally famous track written in Ostend in Belgium, they end up in a gravel p... more

Trombonist Carol Jarvis and singer and songwriter Andrew Roachford join Jeffrey and Anna to add five more tracks to the playlist. Starting with a famous composer and former taxi driver, they head to some classic boogie-woogie, a female kora virtuoso,... more

Wolf Hall composer Debbie Wiseman and Scottish classical composer Jay Capperauld are Jeffrey Boakye and Anna Phoebe's studio guests as they add five more tracks. Starting with a hip-shake in Colombia, they head to South Africa, a state secondary scho... more

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Recent Guests

Nicholas McCarthy
World's only professional one-handed concert pianist
Episode: Nicholas McCarthy and Amy Harman watch the clock
Jay Capperauld
Scottish composer, guest on Add to Playlist
Independent
Episode: Debbie Wiseman and Jay Capperauld head to Colombia
Rick Wakeman
Keyboardist and composer, former influential member of Yes
Episode: Rick Wakeman and Aoife Ní Bhriain launch the new series
Aoife Ní Bhriain
Leading figure in traditional fiddle playing and highly acclaimed violinist and composer
Episode: Rick Wakeman and Aoife Ní Bhriain launch the new series
Katy Richardson
Music director and supervisor for West End productions including Jersey Boys and SIX
Episode: Katy Richardson and Ben Gernon head to Mongolia
Claire Wickes
One of Britain's leading flautists, film and media composer.
English National Opera Orchestra
Episode: Claire Wickes and Vince Pope and plenty of strings
Vince Pope
Award-winning composer known for scores for television series.
Episode: Claire Wickes and Vince Pope and plenty of strings
Peter Long
Band leader, orchestrator, player of multiple instruments including clarinet, oboe, and saxophone
Ronnie Scott's
Episode: Amy Harman and Peter Long cue the bass
Imogen Whitehead
Trumpeter with experience playing with renowned orchestras like the London Symphony Orchestra
Episode: Neil Brand and Imogen Whitehead launch a new series

Hosts

Jeffrey Boakye
Host of Add to Playlist; co-host on the show in many episodes; BBC and BBC Sounds affiliation seen across entries.
Anna Phoebe
Co-host and regular host; accomplice in curating playlists and guiding conversations.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 313 ratings
  • A delight

    Really enjoy the insights into some of the technical aspects of music and the inspired links which often introduce me to new music I’d like to explore.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Petresy
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Phenomenal

    I have been listening to this podcast for several years. There is so much to take in, that I have listened to episodes more than once with the same enjoyment every time. It is fascinating to hear so much background detail. I have also “discovered” new composers and artists. The guests have such a good time that it feels like a party.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    16Curiouser
    United States7 months ago
  • What a joy to have you back in our lives again. Good company for our hearts and souls. Thank you, thank you...

    Podcast Addict
    5
    mobfizz
    9 months ago
  • BBC at its best

    This podcast has significantly improved how I listen to and appreciate music. A real gift - thankyou.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mingles99
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Favourite podcast! Interesting and entertaining

    I love this podcast so much I recommend it to everybody. Presenters are so knowledgeable and entertaining, the tracks they pick so surprising and delightful, I love it when they pick out bits of the tracks on their own instruments. Thank you for this amazing podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AliceMalia
    United Kingdoma year ago

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Guests are consistently noted for bringing unique perspectives and relevant expertise.
The series' cross-genre explorations are frequently described as eye-opening and enjoyable for discovering new music.
Fans highlight the entertaining banter between hosts and guests as a key draw.
Listeners praise the show for its deep musical knowledge and approachable explanations of complex ideas.

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Debbie Wiseman and Jay Capperauld head to Colombia
Q: Jeffrey, could you expand on the use of a children's choir at the end of Zithande and its effect when paired with dark subject matter?
The use of a children's choir creates a stark innocence that amplifies the emotional weight of the lyrics, making the protest more piercing and urgent, especially in a context of oppression and social injustice.
Debbie Wiseman and Jay Capperauld head to Colombia
Q: So Jay, you've been patient, but now we're coming to you. Where does Pink Floyd lead you for our penultimate track? And how did you get there?
Jay connects Pink Floyd's narrative of protest with Shostakovich's wordless critique, using the idea of a protagonist in a protest song to guide the selection toward a track that demonstrates how music can convey political feeling without lyrics, ultimately leading to Shostakovich as the next focal point.
Maya Youssef and Ben Gernon take us to Syria and Hamburg
Q: Where does that solitary figure lead you for our track number two and how did you get there?
Maya discusses a Syrian folk tune that relates to the theme of leisure and enjoying the scene by the sea.
Georgie Ward and Abel Selaocoe round off the series
Q: What do you hear when you hear this track?
I just want to dance. I really love this track; there's a rhythmic bounce.
Georgie Ward and Abel Selaocoe round off the series
Q: What is it about Bob's melody that lends itself so well to a string instrument?
The quality of singing exists within certain instruments, and I think every instrument is always forever admiring the voice.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Add to Playlist

What is Add to Playlist about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show curates a wide-ranging, in-depth exploration of connections between tracks across genres, eras, and geographies. Each episode pairs two hosts with one or more guests to trace how ideas, rhythms, and stories link songs, from pop and rock to classical, jazz, and world music. Listeners can expect technically minded musical analysis, biographical anecdotes, and cultural context that illuminate why songs resonate across borders and generations. A standout trait is the diversity of guests—from renowned composers and instrumentalists to conductors and music directors—creating a rich tapestry of perspectives and practical insights for anyone curious about how music travels and communicates.

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Recent guests on Add to Playlist include:

1. Nicholas McCarthy
2. Jay Capperauld
3. Rick Wakeman
4. Aoife Ní Bhriain
5. Katy Richardson
6. Claire Wickes
7. Vince Pope
8. Peter Long

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