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Line Noise Podcast

Line Noise Podcast
Barcelona
Latin American Electronic Music
Nitsa
Queer Community
Electronic Music
Dance Music
Tomorrow Comes the Harvest
Reggaeton
Consentimiento
Anemones
Techno
London
House Music
Nitsa Club
Fabiana Palladino
Jeff Mills
Fabric
Prde Party
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Aphex Twin

A podcast about electronic music by Ben Cardew. Formerly home to Braqueberry and Philip Sherburne. Picking at the threads of electronic music. Now available on Radio Primavera Sound (primaverasound.com/en/radio). We also have a Substack: linenoise.substack.com/

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Latest Episodes

Ben Cardew hablo con DJ Fra, leyenda de la música electrónica en Barcelona y booker de Primavera Sound, sobre la importancia de Underground Resistance, antes de su concierto en Primavera Sound 2026. ¿Quiénes son este misterioso colectivo de Detroit? ... more

Ben Cardew spoke to Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith about loss, love, death and more as she prepared for the release of her new album Thoughts on the Future. Also on the agenda: body music, the most romantic song in the world, farming, yoga and silence, in 40 ... more

Basic Unit are the Line Noise artist of the year for 2025, for the re-release of their classic Timeline album and the release of their first new material in 20 years, the Redux EP. Ben Cardew spoke to Ben England, half of Basic Unit alongside Rick Da... more

Ben Cardew spoke to Hungarian wonder producer Gábor Lázár about MaxMSP, random edges, recording live and eureka moments, live at the MIRA festival in Barcelona, November 2025. Line Noise comes to you with the support of Cupra. Photo by Gábor Nemerov... more

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Bill Brewster
A respected author and DJ known for his expertise in dance music history.
Cherry Red Records
Episode: Line Noise 238 - Bill Brewster
Paul Kalkbrenner
Successful techno artist and producer
Episode: Line Noise 236 - Paul Kalkbrenner
Emma-Jean Thackray
Musician known for her album "Weirdo" and a dark sense of humor
Episode: Line Noise 233 - Emma-Jean Thackray
Kevin Foakes
DJ and one of the founders of Telepathic Fish
DJ Food
Episode: Line Noise 232 - Telepathic Fish special with Strictly Kev
Guy Brewer
Electronic music producer, former member of the drum and bass group Commix, now performing solo as Carrier.
Episode: Line Noise 231 - Carrier
Darryl Reid
One half of the UK Garage duo Yu Qt.
Episode: Line Noise 229 - YU QT
James Cooper
One half of the UK Garage duo Yu Qt.
Episode: Line Noise 229 - YU QT
Confidence Man
A popular Australian electronic music band known for their high-energy performances and unique sound
Confidence Man
Episode: Line Noise 228 - Confidence Man at Primavera Sound 2025
Mad Mearen
DJ and electronic music producer from Barcelona
Independent Artist
Episode: Line Noise 226 - mad miran at Primavera Sound 2025

Host

Ben Cardew
Host of discussions centered around electronic music, exploring the careers and experiences of various artists.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 18 ratings
  • So crucial

    Real actual informed journalism about that dancefloor material I need in my veins

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LL Kewl Marky D
    Spain7 years ago
  • great podcast

    would love to hear more!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sp0ttedstr1per
    United States8 years ago
  • Keep it up please

    Thanks so much for taking the time to do the podcast! Really great stuff, insightful and a trusted source. Already looking forward to future episodes. This podcast series has very quickly become a favourite.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Newlands1
    United Kingdom9 years ago
  • Me encanta!

    Soy seguidora de la música electrónica y hace tiempo que estaba buscando algo así.

    Es muy interesante porque se profundiza en los detalles y descubro música nueva. Me encanta!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sans Sansa
    Spain9 years ago

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Line Noise 236 - Paul Kalkbrenner
Q: Have you met the band Depeche Mode?
Not in person, but it's definitely something I hope will happen in the future.
Line Noise 236 - Paul Kalkbrenner
Q: You mentioned once in a previous interview that you don't listen to much music that you don't create yourself. Is that still true?
That's still the case; I don't listen to much music that I don't create myself, but I've become a bit more open.
Line Noise 236 - Paul Kalkbrenner
Q: How long do you spend working on the track listing?
Like years over years, there are also ideas which are 25 years old that I incorporate.
Line Noise 236 - Paul Kalkbrenner
Q: How do you feel that it's out now?
I'm relieved that the work is done, and now it's out, I let it go and I'm very happy.
Line Noise 238 - Bill Brewster
Q: How do you balance dance music history without being a dance floor bore?
Brewster emphasizes the importance of knowing history while also appreciating contemporary music trends and avoids being dismissive of the current landscape.

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Exploring the multifaceted world of electronic music, this podcast offers a rich tapestry of discussions that highlight a variety of artists and genres within the scene. Listeners can expect to hear engaging conversations about upcoming festivals, as well as personal stories from artists reflecting on their journeys, creative processes, and the evolution of their music. Notably, there is a strong focus on connecting with both established and emerging artists, providing insights into their backgrounds and the cultural forces shaping their work. The unique blend of humor, deep artistic exploration, and personal anecdotes makes for an insightful listening experience that resonates with fans of electronic music looking to discover new sounds an... more

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