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Add to Playlist

BBC Radio 4
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Bruce Springsteen
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Pop
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Claude Debussy
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Christmas
Ella Fitzgerald
Joni Mitchell
Felix Mendelssohn
The Rolling Stones
Beethoven
Folk Music
Blondie
Japanese Culture
Music History

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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Bass guitarist, composer and songwriter Guy Pratt and bassoonist Amy Harman are Jeffrey and Anna's studio guests as they add five more tracks. Starting with an early ska classic, they explore the art of 'hocketing' before heading to the beach with Ei... more

Classical pianist Lucy Parham and operatic tenor Nicky Spence are Jeffrey and Anna's studio guests as they compile another five-track playlist. Starting with a memorable scene from Werner Herzog's film Fitzcarraldo, they end up at the queen of the po... more

Multi-platinum songwriter and musician Fiona Bevan and pianist Keelan Carew are Jeffrey and Anna's studio guests as they add five more tracks, taking us from Ray Charles letting loose for the first time, to a famous riverboat steamer on the Mississip... more

Conductor Ben Gernon and baroque recorder player Heidi Fardell open the new series alongside Jeffrey Boakye and Anna Phoebe as they add the first five tracks, taking us from a steamy New York summer to a celebrated Bach composition that violinist Jos... more

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Recent Guests

Lucy Parham
Pianist, professor at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama
Episode: Lucy Parham and Nicky Spence explore some familiar Radio 4 theme tunes
Nicky Spence
Scottish operatic tenor
Episode: Lucy Parham and Nicky Spence explore some familiar Radio 4 theme tunes
Fiona Bevan
Singer and songwriter, new guest on Add to Playlist
Singer/Songwriter
Episode: Fiona Bevan and Keelan Carew mess around
Matilda Lloyd
Trumpet soloist, interviewed guest on the show
Independent musician / Brass soloist
Episode: Neil Brand and Matilda Lloyd celebrate the mambo
Neil Brand
Pianist, writer and presenter of the All About the Music podcast
musician / podcaster
Episode: Neil Brand and Matilda Lloyd celebrate the mambo
Guy Barker
Jazz trumpeter, former sideman, big band leader, composer, arranger
Self/Studio guest
Episode: Anne Dudley and Guy Barker are Thunderstruck
Nicholas McCarthy
World's only professional one-handed concert pianist
Episode: Nicholas McCarthy and Amy Harman watch the clock
Andrew Roachford
Singer and songwriter
Solo artist; touring musician
Episode: Andrew Roachford and Carol Jarvis celebrate a former taxi driver
Jay Capperauld
Scottish composer, guest on Add to Playlist
Independent
Episode: Debbie Wiseman and Jay Capperauld head to Colombia

Hosts

Jeffrey Boakye
Host of Add to Playlist; engages in cross-genre musical linking and storytelling.
Anna Phoebe
Co-host who contributes deep musical knowledge and performs across genres.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 320 ratings
  • Delightful

    What a delight to find such a joyful music podcast that makes you smile. And that takes your mind off current world affairs.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    neenster03
    Canada3 months ago
  • 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 Kingdom4 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 States10 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
    a year 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

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Listeners praise the show's joyful, insightful discussion and broad musical scope.
Fans appreciate guest variety and the warm, celebratory banter between hosts and guests.
Audience values clear connections between tracks and accessible technical insights.
Listeners often say it broadens their musical tastes and discovers new artists and genres.

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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?

Two hosts guide listeners on a musical journey that uncovers the connections between tracks across genres, from classical to pop, jazz to hip-hop, and beyond. Each episode brings guests who offer performance insights, storytelling, and cross-genre linkages, often using live instrument discussion and contextual anecdotes to illuminate how songs relate to culture, history, and mood. The approach is playful and educational, with a focus on music discovery, making it a compelling listen for listeners who love deep-dive musical conversations and practical listening strategies. A notable strength is the seamless blend of expert analysis, performance moments, and human storytelling, which can appeal to both casual fans and professionals in music, ... more

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Recent guests on Add to Playlist include:

1. Lucy Parham
2. Nicky Spence
3. Fiona Bevan
4. Matilda Lloyd
5. Neil Brand
6. Guy Barker
7. Nicholas McCarthy
8. Andrew Roachford

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