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Sending Signals

Matt Royal
P.P. Arnold
Phil Manzanera
The Rolling Stones
Ike and Tina Turner
Soul Survivor, A Life In Song
Bob Dylan
Bruce Springsteen
Roxy Music
Music
Rod Stewart
Eric Clapton
Mental Health
Music Industry
Frasier
Kanye West
David Gilmour
Chester Thompson
The National
Ocean Colour Scene
Small Faces

A show about music and creativity.

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100 episodes baby! This episode, I’m joined by Nick Heyward and Blair Cunningham of Haircut 100, very appropriately for my 100th episode. The band are back, with their first studio album since 1982’s masterpiece, “Pelican West”, that’s not counting a... more

Geoff Downes has quite the musical CV. Shooting to fame with The Buggles, then joining Yes alongside Trevor Horn for their 1980 “Drama” album, he then had massive success alongside Yes member Steve Howe with the supergroup Asia. He rejoined Yes in 20... more

The Four Tops formed in Detroit in 1953, originally named The Four Aims. They’re a cornerstone of American pop music and helped propel the Motown label to international recognition. Although ostensibly a soul vocal group, I find the band interesting ... more

Charlie McCoy has an incredible musical CV to look back on. His relationship with Bob Dylan began when he was asked, at rather short notice, to join the session for “Desolation Row”. He went on to assemble the core band when Dylan decamped to Nashvil... more

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Recent Guests

Lawrence Payton Jr.
Member of The Four Tops' current lineup, son of founding member Lawrence Payton
The Four Tops
Episode: Lawrence Payton Jr. (The Four Tops)
Charlie McCoy
Renowned session musician and Grand Ole Opry member
Musician (session work with Dylan/Elvis/Cash)
Episode: Charlie McCoy on Dylan, Elvis, and Cash
James Graham
Frontman of The Twilight Sad
The Twilight Sad
Episode: James Graham (The Twilight Sad)
Pamela Martin
Two-time Academy Award nominee, film editor
Editor on Deliver Me From Nowhere
Episode: The Making of “Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere” w/ Pamela Martin (Editor)
Jason Narducy
Musician and longtime collaborator with Bob Mould; REM tribute project participant
Various including Split Single, Verboten, Bob Mould's Band
Episode: Jason Narducy on R.E.M, Grohl, Bob Mould & more!
Steve Howe
Guitarist for Yes, solo artist
Yes, solo projects
Episode: Steve Howe on Dylan, “Fragile” & more!
Grant Nicholas
Frontman of Feeder
Feeder
Episode: Feeder’s Grant Nicholas on “Comfort In Sound”
Steve Rothery
Founding member of Marillion; musician
Marillion
Episode: Steve Rothery (Marillion)
Richard Hawley
Singer-songwriter
Coles Corner, The Very Very Wonderful Coles Corner anniversary
Episode: Richard Hawley on “Coles Corner” 20th Anniversary

Host

Matt Royal
Host of the show

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 69 ratings
  • Amazing interviewer

    I listened to the conversation Matt had with Tony Levin. It was wonderful hearing Matt pick his brain about his experience with Peter Gabrielle and Liquid Tension Experience. Keep up the good work! Cheers!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dominicmason01
    United States2 years ago
  • Proper conversation without controversy

    Matt is a consummate host who clearly does his homework ahead of interviewing guests. The conversations are revealing without relying on gimmicks or shock tactics.

    It’s also great to hear from people who aren’t just on the usual press circuit, but still deserve to have light thrown on their new projects.

    Even those without anything special to plug, Matt clearly selects people he admires and respects, and genuinely wants to learn about their creative process.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jelvesie
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • “Insightful” - Cliff from Parramatta

    Matt always gets to the heart of the creative process. Regardless of artistic medium that his guests choose to express themselves in, that process can normally be broken down into inspiration, method and delivery.

    Matt’s own journey as a writer and a teacher helps to shape much of the questioning, but it’s his ease with people that guides the guests’ conversation, rarely resorting to just a standard Q & A format.

    Highlight of the series so far, Chris Hillman, but as a lifelong Byrds fan, tha... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Montie 3-4
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • An unexpexted gem!

    Discovered this while searching for interviews about “The Vast of Night” and its soundtrack. Loved that episode. Really great podcast, with interesting questions and a committed, polite host. Subscribed!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    redishere
    Italy6 years ago
  • Superb Listening

    Matt has a grewat way of interviewing guests. He's extreamly knowledgeable about them all and all seem keen to be frank and honest with him.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tudwick Siding
    United Kingdom6 years ago

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Hosts ask thoughtful, well-researched questions that reveal guests' creative processes.
Listeners praise the host's ability to draw out honest storytelling from guests.
Guests are drawn from a wide range of musical backgrounds, keeping the conversations varied and insightful.
The show is consistently engaging with fresh perspectives on music and creativity.
Interviews feel honest and reveal behind-the-scenes insights beyond typical hype.

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Talking Points

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Steve Howe on Dylan, “Fragile” & more!
Q: Did you meet Dylan or get his direct input on the project?
Not directly; I sought and received his camp's approval to respect the publishing and rights, and used the opportunity to ensure proper credits and publishing alignment.
Steve Howe on Dylan, “Fragile” & more!
Q: How did you approach arranging and producing the Dylan tracks?
I treated it as a producer's project, crafting moody, exploratory arrangements and using a mix of acoustic textures and guests, rather than simply performing as a guitarist in a covers record.
Steve Howe on Dylan, “Fragile” & more!
Q: What was your impetus for doing a Bob Dylan covers album?
It's a natural extension of my admiration for Dylan's songs and performances, choosing pieces that explore the darker side of love and mood, while inviting some personal arrangements and eight guest collaborators.
James Graham (The Twilight Sad)
Q: What's it like touring with The Cure and facing large crowds with deeply personal material?
He describes it as a valuable educational experience, where the challenge was to connect with at least one person in the audience and to stay present and committed to the performance.
James Graham (The Twilight Sad)
Q: How are you coping with talking about this album given its weighty subject matter?
James explains that he uses the process as a form of therapy, acknowledging the difficulty but emphasizing the necessity of honesty and conversation to move forward.

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A deep-dive interview series centered on music and creativity, featuring guests from top-tier musicians to seasoned editors and producers. Conversations explore the creative process, behind-the-scenes decision-making, collaborations, and personal journeys that shape iconic records and performances. Listeners often gain practical insights into songcraft, arrangement, production choices, and the realities of sustaining a career in music, with a thoughtful, researcher-like host who prioritizes honesty and nuance over glossy soundbites. The show is notable for its breadth of guest backgrounds, its focus on craft and storytelling, and its approachable, curiosity-driven interviewing style that appeals to makers and fans alike.

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Recent guests on Sending Signals include:

1. Lawrence Payton Jr.
2. Charlie McCoy
3. James Graham
4. Pamela Martin
5. Jason Narducy
6. Steve Howe
7. Grant Nicholas
8. Steve Rothery

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