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Line Noise is a show picking apart the threads of electronic music, with journalist Ben Cardew (Pitchfork, The Guardian).

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This week we welcome elsas, a young producer from Cardedeu onto Line Noise to speak about her new EP APORIAMOR, love’s contradiction, well-kneaded dough, Medieval music and touring with Sampha. elsas is playing Barcelona’s Caixaforum on March 27. Lin... more

At the Mira festival in Barcelona, Marie Davison returned to Line Noise for the third time, proving once again that she is one of the sharpest, funniest people in dance music today.In the interview, we talked about Clown bangers, Surveillance Capital... more

Danny L Harle returns to Line Noise for a record-breaking fourth time as we celebrate the release of his "debut" (ish) album Cerulean. Mar Vallverdú and Ben Cardew grill him on his greatest melody, working with his daughters, Dua Lipa's tea, Elizabet... more

This week on Line Noise a legend returns: Karl Bartos was first on Line Noise in 2022 around the release of his autobiography; The Sound of the Machine, My Life in Kraftwerk and Beyond. In 2026 he returns and the emphasis is on his solo career and e... more

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Recent Guests

Maara-Louisa Dunbar
Montreal producer and DJ
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Episode: With Maara
Francisco Mejía
DJ, producer, and founder of the collective Abstractor in Venezuela
Music Artist
Episode: Con Phran
Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith
Singer and composer known for blending classical and electronic music
Independent Artist
Episode: With Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith
Gábor Lázár
Innovative musician and producer known for his work in electronic music
Episode: With Gábor Lázár
Bill Brewster
Respected author and DJ, known for his works on dance music history
Episode: With Bill Brewster
Jim Butler
Editor of 'A Disco Pogo Tribute To LCD Soundsystem'
Episode: LCD Soundsystem special with Jim Butler
Emma-Jean Thackray
Musician and songwriter known for her genre-bending style in Weirdo
Episode: With Emma-Jean Thackray
Kevin Foakes
DJ known as Strictly Kev, part of DJ Food.
DJ Food
Episode: Telepathic Fish special with Strictly Kev
Guy Brewer
Musician known for his project Carrier and former member of the drum and bass duo Commix.
Carrier
Episode: With Carrier

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Ben Cardew
Host exploring electronic music with a journalistic background, bringing depth to conversations about music and its cultural context.

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 19 ratings
  • In depth and fascinating

    A must for any fan of electrònic músic

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    Spain3 years ago

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Described as in-depth and fascinating, making it a must for fans of the genre.
Listeners find the discussions illuminating and engaging, particularly for fans of electronic music.

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Q: Do you enjoy doing interviews? Do you get anything out of them?
I get a kick out of it. Otherwise, I wouldn't be here.
Marie Davidson the third
Q: Do you think the music industry has a tendency to treat artists as disposable?
Yes, because many people in the industry are not artists themselves and do not relate to the position of being an artist.
Marie Davidson the third
Q: What is the book The Age of Surveillance about and why did it inspire you?
It's a large scholarly book discussing the impact of technology and surveillance, and how they affect humanity and personal lives.
Karl Bartos returns
Q: What did you learn from working with Johnny Marr?
Bartos emphasizes the enjoyment of collaboration and the dynamics of creating music with Marr and others.
Karl Bartos returns
Q: When you left Kraftwerk, was it like a liberation?
Bartos describes leaving Kraftwerk as a sort of liberation, reflecting on the frustrations and limitations he faced within the band during the 1980s.

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Content focuses on electronic music and features in-depth discussions with artists, DJs, and producers about their creative processes, music history, and the evolution of the genre. Topics range from specific albums and tracks to broader themes like the impact of technology on music creation and live performance experiences. Unique elements include the exploration of niche sub-genres and cultural influences within electronic music, all presented through engaging conversations that offer listeners a deeper understanding of the music they love.

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Line Noise launched 7 years ago and published 247 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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