How To Hack The Music Industry

Oisin Lunny met Scott Cohen on location at ESNS in Groningen, Netherlands to talk about the revolutionary idea behind his new company JKBX.

The Art of Cinematic Sound

Host Oisin Lunny talks to Bobette Buster and Søren Majlund for a journey through the art and tech of cinematic sound.

Tales From The Booth With The Secret DJ

Oisin Lunny speaks to The Secret DJ about his life spent in nightclubs and the profound shared experience of dancing to great music on great soundsystems.

Empowering Women in Music

From accountant to founder of a music school that empowers women to produce music, tune in for a fascinating podcast with Xylo Aria.

Library Music: The Hidden Champion

Oisin Lunny speaks to Ted Barnes and Ali Friend about how they got into making library music and what makes it so special.

Birth of The Luxumer

Listen to two of HARMAN’s foremost luxury audio experts discussing ech conference in Munich, to discuss and the JBL Classics line built for the Luxumer.

A. R. Rahman - A Life In Music

Meet one of the greatest names in modern music, a creative giant who created countless hits like Slumdog Millionaire and Jai Ho: A. R. Rahman.

What will the future of music look like?

Music is our universal language. But what happened to music when we started to write it down? And what happens next in a world of digitization and interactive technology?

How can AI take audio to the next level?

We will shine a light on how AI can take audio to the next level – from composition to mastering to every step of enjoying the final output.

Music, Mentorship, Coaching and The Creative Industries

Tune in as two of the music world’s leading coaches share some secrets to crushing your creative career: Remi Harris MBE and Rifa Thorpe-Tracey.

Can music change the world?

We're celebrating our 50th episode by attempting to answer the questions of all questions: Can music change the world? Get the answer from Helen Sildna, Dr. Shamender Talwar, and Pamela Lewis.

Going viral: Social Media in the Music Business

Tune in as Oisin Lunny and Moody Jones discuss what it means for artists and songs to go viral and how new platforms change the industry.

Sacred songs: Is music a mind-altering substance?

Join us for a dive into the world of sacred music. Oisin Lunny speaks to someone who gives a fresh new perspective on the matter: beatboxer, zen music artists and buddhist monk, Yogetsu Akasaka.

2023 Audio Trendwatch: Why Quality Is The Hot New Normal

Hot off the press from HARMAN ExPLORE in Las Vegas, here's the inside scoop on 2023's most important audio trends. Tune in for a fascinating Q&A on all things audio in 2023 and beyond.

Diversity in the Music Industry

Our two inspiring guests, Marta Pallarès Olivares and Andreea Gleeson, discuss how we can all support diversity.

Home Recording Masterclass

Host Oisin Lunny talks to recording experts Damien Curry and Robbie Dunne about the possibilities and pitfalls of recording music at home.

The Evolution of Dance Music, Club Culture & DJ History

What were some of the milestones in dance music's global growth and who were the maestros behind the movement?

Vinyl Renaissance

We will take a closer look by welcoming two vinyl lovers and experts: Cameron Schaefer and Chris Dragon.

The Power of Music, Culture and Poetry

Host Oisin Lunny speaks to two people that are at the forefront of modern Irish culture: Dan Mulhall and Tadhg Byrne.

Martin Garrix on Creativity, Inspiration & working with JB

Superstar and global JBL ambassador Martin Garrix tells us about his latest projects, his time in lockdown and the story behind his recent coop with Zedd.

Music, Rights, Relationships & Technology

Oisin Lunny talks to two real experts in this field: Vickie Nauman and Åsa Carild.

Music and Art: The Guiding Lights of Humanity

Live from the Montreux Jazz Festival, Oisin Lunny, Robert-Jan van Dormael, and Adam Fell talk about the Harman Kardon Suites Art of Sound digital art competition and much more.

Metaverse - the future of live music?

What does the future of live events look like? And what potential does the Metaverse have to act as an immersive audio environment. This episode features Jonathan Vlassopulos of Roblox and Cathy Hackl, Tech Futurist and Metaverse Strategist.

The Road ahead for Advanced Audio and the Future of Driving

What are the ingredients for a great mobility experience? How does the all-new Mégane E-Tech 100% electric reflect that and why will sound in the car become more and more important as autonomous vehicles emerge on the horizon? Luc Julia, Chief Scientific Officer at Renault Group & Armin Prommersberger, SVP, Product Management at HARMAN Automotive discuss the future of the audio experience in the car.

75 years of iconic JBL design

​JBL lets you feel the music. At the beach, at home, in the car or even on Mount Everest. Besides JBL's signature sound, the unique designs make JBL products so popular with consumers around the globe. As we celebrate JBL's 75th anniversary, Oisin Lunny speaks to two of the masterminds behind JBL’s vibrant, bold and award-winning design. What is the JBL philosophy of product design? How does product design influence the longevity of the JBL brand and what are some of their all-time favorite JBL products?​

Technology powering elevated music experiences

How can technologies from the professional audio world improve our music consumption at home? How can new and innovative technology elevate our listening experience? And what is the future of audio technology? Hear it from our guests Dr. Kelly Snook and Sean Barton.

The Rise of the Creator Community

The creator economy is exploding as artists are looking for more ways to break through the massive amount of content available. With streaming platforms on the rise, artists are no longer going the traditional route, they are taking their music straight to the people. Where does it take the music industry, what potential does it bring for artists and how can audio companies support by providing the right equipment.

Advanced Audio for High Performance

Many of us associate music with peak performance. What's the link between fitness, athletic performance and music? What does the equipment need to bring in terms of technology to help atheletes achieve their best? Our guests: Chantal Epp, founder & CEO of ClicknClear and Mikael Herje, Headphones & Wearables at HARMAN.

THE EXTRA DIMENSION OF IMMERSIVE AUDIO

This episode discusses immersive audio and how it has become an ingreasingly essential part of our lives.

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SONIC BRANDING - UNIQUE SOUND DNA

Find out how a unique sound of a product is designed, its role in brand recognition and how to avoid it becoming white noise.

DJ CARL COX ON AMAZING SOUND AND ROARING ENGINES

In this episode DJ-Legend Carl Cox talks aboutthe relationship between music and motoring.

TAKING A STANCE: MUSIC ACTIVISM

In this episode we’re discussing the importance of standing for something and taking action through music.

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AUDIO & PERSONALITY: HOW MUSIC SHAPES OUR IDENTIFY

In this episode we’re shining a light on how music influences our personality and alternately, how our personality affects the music we listen to.

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CULTURE, CONNECTION AND THE POWER OF BRANDS AND MUSIC

In this episode we’re discussing how audio brands connect with customers in an increasingly digital world.

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Behind the Scenes

HARMAN is going virtual with their HARMAN ExPLORE showcase this year and gives a sneak peek into what people can expect.

Audio Product Trends 2021

New smart audio technologies and upcoming trends for 2021 for headphones, portables and home audio and how they might change the way we‘re listening to music.

Lead by Award-winning Design

How to grow brands with authenticity and design leadership, the great design behind HARMAN's recently revealed products and what it takes to win a whopping 20 CES 2021 Innovation Awards.

What's in store for the Music Industry

How important music is for people, the state of the music and entertainment industry and what 2021 will hold for it.

Automotive experiences to expect in 2021

What's in store for the automotive industry in 2021 and the role of technology in the shift to consumer-centric mobility transforming the car into a true "third living space".

HARMAN ExPLORE 2022: Consumer Audio Trends in 2022

Tune in to hear what two of our leading experts, Alfredo Fernandez Franco & Mikael Herje, have to say about the innovations and products to come in 2022.

Democratizing the Music Industry

This episode discusses the current compensation model of the digital recording industry and why it might not be beneficial to the majority of musicians.

Premium Sound for Mustang Mach-E

Learn how Ford and their audio partner HARMAN collaborated with B&O to bring the iconic Ford Mustang roaring into the future, bringing sexy back to the next generation of EVs.

Digital campfires: the rise of social audio

In this episode of Audio Talks we speak to two industry movers and shakers on the incredible rise of audio content outgrowing its role as video's nerdier, less successful sibling.

Making a difference: Sustainable initiatives in live music

In honor of Earth Day, we'll explore the overlap between the live music industry and sustainability. Learn about the eco-friendly initiatives within the professional music industry and how you can make a difference yourself.

NFTs & the music industry: A match made in heaven?

Together with music tech innovator Cliff Fluet, musician & NFT creator Tim Exile and recording artist Imogen Heap, we explore the world of Non-Fungible Tokens, known as NFT and see how they relate to the music industry.

Sunnery James & Ryan Marciano gearing up for the Best Party Ever

With this episode, we celebrate 75 Years of JBL and its deep heritage in live music as we welcome two legendary artists and friends of JBL: The dutch DJ and producer duo Sunnery James & Ryan Marciano.

Medical Grade Music for Mental Health

Tom Middleton, guru of the Calm App, sleep science coach & Aifric Lennon, Research Strategist and Music x Mind Researcher at MassiveMusic discuss the benefits of listening to music, how it can influence our feelings and what you can do if you want to start using music to support your well-being.

A walk through music history with Raul Gonzalez & Mark Gander

JBL has been powering epic events and festivals for the past 75 years. Embarque on a journey through music with two JBL legends: Mark Gander, former Director of JBL Technology and known as the "JBL Guru" & Raul Gonzalez, Senior Applications Engineer for Performance Audio at HARMAN.

This episode builds on our recently launched Art of Listening documentary. Our host Oisin Lunny discusses the Art of Listenig with a magnificent trio of audio experts.

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This episode will take you inside the car of the future, and explore user-centric audio experiences in the automobile.

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This episode will take you behind the scenes of the world-famous John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington D.C., USA.

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HiFi-Hygge

This episode explores the audio dimension of Hygge, the Scandinavian notion of coziness, conviviality, and simple joys

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In this episode you can learn about some secret ingredients for creating truly exquisite sound in the car.

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In this episode we invite you into the homes and studios of audio legends Lenise Bent, C.J. Vanston and Neal Pogue.

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Let's Talk Music Education

Join a worldwide celebration of music, Make Music Day, on this episode of Audio Matters.

Mega Rigs for legendary Gigs

Learn about mega rig sound systems and how sound engineers give every person in the audience an incredible audio experience.

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SoundGirls: Women who rock

Hear about the challanges and triumphs of women in the music industry.

Gaming never sounded so good

How can sound give players an ultimate advantage in gaming?

A Movie For The Ears: BMW's Hypnopolis

Discover BMW's new sci-fi podcast, Hypnopolis.

Music and the city: A love story

Learn about the current state of music in cities and how local creative communities can drive economic and cultual growth, all in the final episode of season on of audio matters.