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The Brainwashed DJ
Music
Drag City
Thrill Jockey
Room 40
Brainwashed.com
Legendary Pink Dots
Bandcamp
Mary Lattimore
Ukraine
Alan Sparhawk
Diamanda Galas
Laibach
David Lynch
Sugar Plant
Nurse With Wound
Cabaret Voltaire
Eiko Ishibashi
Steve Albini
KMRU
Four Tet

Ecclectic music styles featuring artists, labels, and reviews found on Brainwashed.com.

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes212Founded20 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Episode 822: November 6, 2026 playlist: Factory Floor, "One Trip" (One Trip) 2026 Phantasy Surya Botofasina, "CanTheHeavensAsk" (PeaceTwoMine) 2026 [self-released] Modern English, "Kaltes Klares Wasser" (We Will Not Be Silent - A White Rose Benefit) ... more

Episode 821: October 31, 2026 playlist: The Bug / Friday Night Plans, "If" (Ladybug 3) 2026 Pressure Marc Almond and The Gaslight Troubadours, "Black Heart (Gaslight Troubadour Remix)" (All Hallows Eve EP) 2026 [self-released] Bruce Gilbert, "London ... more

Episode 820: October 23, 2026 playlist: Gwenifer Raymond, "Bird Songs For Atomic Skies" (Bird Songs For Atomic Skies) 2026 Fat Possum Zola Jesus, "What I Want" (Saint Clare (Original Score)) 2026 [self-released] Plug, "Bring A Fuckin' Army" (Robotic ... more

Episode 819: October 10, 2026 playlist: Laibach, "This Is The End (feat. Kaja Skrbinsek)" (Musick: Encore) 2026 Mute Marc and the McCarricks, "Love In A Void" (Love In A Void EP) 2026 [self-released] Gayance, "GOSSIP feat. Dal Bo" (roaming) 2026 Tru ... more

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Recent Guests

Marissa Nadler
Singer-songwriter, part of the Droneflower duo with Stephen Brodsky
Droneflower
Episode: Episode 815: October 3, 2026
Edward Cuspell
From The Legendary Pink Dots, introduced at the start of the episode
The Legendary Pink Dots / Tear Garden
Episode: Episode 814: September 27, 2026
Edward Cassell
Member of The Legendary Pink Dots
The Legendary Pink Dots
Episode: Episode 800: July 5, 2026
Colin Newman
Introduced at the end as a listener/participant speaking in closing credits
Brainwashed Radio
Episode: Episode 788: April 19, 2026
Anna Roxanne
Electronic musician and part of the duo Natural Wonder Beauty Concept
Episode: Episode 756: August 23, 2025

Host

John Whitney
Music presenter covering artists, labels and releases.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 200 ratings
  • Take a dive down the musical rabbit hole

    The brainwashed podcast has been guiding me down the rabbit hole for many years now. It has put me on to some great new music

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Matty8w0y
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Eclectic discovery par excellence

    Been a fan since early 2000’s and continue(!) to discover so much excellent music, as well as enjoyed so many wandering afternoons, listening to Brainwashed.

    if you’re looking for some formative music moments, put this station on rotation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hdhejejdbbdeh
    United States4 years ago
  • Absolute must for experimental/underground/weirdo/etc music

    Can always count on Brainwashed radio for an amazing selection of the latest and greatest from the wide field of the weird. Unmissable.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Herdelle
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Essential Listening

    Jon Whitney’s excellent taste in music cannot be overestimated and we are so lucky that he provides this view into the more obscure side of lesser known artists. I’ve been listening for many years and I will do so as long as this important relic exists.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nmint Oop
    United States5 years ago
  • There’s nothing like it

    This is the best alternative music radio show available anywhere. You won’t hear what John Whitney offers us on his show on any other radio station, commercial or college, or podcast. Yes, the music presented can sometimes be challenging — and that’s why I listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stef in Iowa
    Canada5 years ago

Listeners Say

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John Whitney is praised for knowledgeable, approachable curation that gives context without sounding pretentious.
Some listeners find the music challenging, but describe the discoveries as rewarding.
Listeners value the breadth of the selections and regularly discover artists and sounds they would not otherwise encounter.
The mix of new releases, archival music and obscure independent sounds is a central draw.
One listener notes that the host's voice can come in too loudly; another mentions occasional gaps between releases.

Chart Rankings

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#151
New Zealand/Music
Apple Podcasts
#209
Belgium/Music

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What is Brainwashed Radio about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Curated music selections span experimental, electronic, ambient, indie, industrial and other independent sounds, balancing new releases with archival tracks, reissues and occasional themed sets. John Whitney introduces the music with concise notes on artists, labels, collaborations, release histories and live performances, keeping the focus on listening rather than extended discussion. The mix ranges from emerging projects to established and historically significant acts, with an emphasis on work outside mainstream playlists and on helping listeners connect tracks to the people and labels behind them.

A good fit for adventurous listeners seeking unfamiliar music, scene context and a steady flow of discoveries across genre boundaries. Brief... more

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Brainwashed Radio launched 20 years ago and published 212 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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2. Edward Cuspell
3. Edward Cassell
4. Colin Newman
5. Anna Roxanne

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