Drowned in Sound
Drowned in SoundMusic is upstream from politics. Drowned in Sound investigates how the music industry shapes society and how fans, artists, and workers can organise for systemic change. Hosted by Sean Adams, we decode streaming economics, sustainable touring, climate and tech, workers’ rights, and collective solutions with musicians, researchers, and changemakers.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 86 | Founded | 11 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Music CommentaryMusicMusic Interviews | |||
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George Michael had the highest hit rate in the history of the US Hot 100. Nineteen entries, eight number ones. 'Last Christmas' has been covered more than four hundred times.
Ten years after his death, there's been no big tribute concert, no statue,... more
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What do bands actually make from ten million Spotify streams? About £32k...
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Helena Wadia and Sean Adams caught up with intellectual property expert Dr Hayleigh Bosher to discuss AI, Addison Rae, ICE, Taylor Swift, deep fakes, trademarks, consent, copyright, Samsung, and Dua Lipa.
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- Brilliant podcast
Just like the writing on DiS, the podcast is done really well.
It balances not sugar-coating the state of the music industry right now (particularly in the UK) with shedding light on the good stuff.
+ talks with interesting and informed artists/industry insiders who care.
Apple Podcasts5reflectiveorigin
United Kingdom3 months ago - Always relevant and authentic
DIS has always been a music channel I can trust, it doesn’t feel sponsored like everything else these days. The music, the attitude and tone, the passion, it’s all on point and real. No one else stands up for the musicians like DIS.
Apple Podcasts5Forward FallingUnited Kingdoma year ago - Where
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Canada11 years ago - Great Start
I've long been a fan of the writing on Drowned in Sound and the first couple of episodes suggest this will be great music podcast.
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Apple Podcasts | #37 | United Kingdom/Music/Music Interviews |
Apple Podcasts | #191 | United Kingdom/Music |
Apple Podcasts | #62 |  France/Music/Music Interviews |
Apple Podcasts | #187 |  Australia/Music/Music Interviews |
Apple Podcasts | #18 |  New Zealand/Music/Music Interviews |
Apple Podcasts | #80 |  Switzerland/Music/Music Interviews |
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What is Drowned in Sound about and what kind of topics does it cover?
This show analyzes how the music industry intersects with political, social, and technological change. Across recent episodes, conversations span AI's impact on artists' rights and consent, policy debates around ticketing and resale, funding models for touring and grassroots venues, and climate and social activism within music communities. Guests include IP experts, artist advocates, promoters, and musicians who connect industry mechanics to fan access, legitimacy of funding, and broader cultural impact. A recurring strength is pairing thoughtful policy critique with practical on-the-ground perspectives, often featuring partnerships with streaming platforms to illuminate listener-facing opportunities. The mix of rigorous analysis, real-worl... more
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Recent guests on Drowned in Sound include:
1. Sathnam Sanghera
2. Gareth (Los Campesinos!)
3. Gareth David
4. Dr. Hayleigh Bosher
5. Ariana Alexander-Sefre
6. David Martin
7. Roxanne de Bastion
8. Polly Mackey
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