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Mapping the future: exploring how culture, politics, and the climate crisis are reshaping music. From AI and activism to festival futures and the collapse of local scenes, we treat music as an ecosystem, not just entertainment. Guests include artists, changemakers, and organisers reimagining what music can be. Subscribe and join the conversation. Hosted by Sean Adams, founder of Drowned in Sound.

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What were the biggest stories in music this year?  No, not the releases or the hype cycles but the forces reshaping how music is made, played, toured, and valued.

In Part 1 of Drowned in Sound’s Stories of the Year, Sean Adams and Emma Wilkes count ... more

It’s that time again: lists, arguments, consensus (or lack of it). So.. how do we choose an ultimate “Album of the Year’?

In this episode, Emma Wilkes joins Sean Adams to talk through their favourite albums of 2025. No this is not the definitive lis... more

82% of music fans want to stop climate breakdown but only 3% know what to do. Climate activist Tori Tsui reveals how Billie Eilish, Brian Eno, and Massive Attack are building the infrastructure to turn that care into action.

Recorded backstage at Ea... more

The UK Government have announced a landmark decision: ticket resale above face value is to be made illegal, backed by strict limits on service fees and new enforcement powers. After decades of music fans being fleeced by industrial-scale touting, cou... more

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Tori Tsui
Climate justice activist and involved in various climate initiatives.
Episode: How Music Fans Can Save The Planet - Tori Tsui on Billie Eilish, Brian Eno & Fossil Fuel Treaty
Adam Webb
Campaigner focused on fair ticketing practices
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Episode: UK Caps Ticket Resale at Face Value: What Took So Long?
Tom Kiehl
CEO of UK Music
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Episode: What crisis?! UK Music’s CEO on our £8 billion industry
Paul Smith
Lead vocalist of Maxïmo Park
Maxïmo Park
Episode: Was Indie Sleaze Even Real? Maxïmo Park’s ‘A Certain Trigger’ at 20
Lord Kevin Brennan
Chair of the Fan-Led Review of Live Music and member of the Culture, Media and Sport Committee
House of Lords
Episode: Putting the Fans First
Sam Duckworth
Musician and panel organizer, known as Get Cape. Wear Cape. Fly
Music Venue Trust
Episode: Putting the Fans First
Cathy Long
CEO of Aposto, expert in fan experiences and safety in football
Aposto
Episode: Putting the Fans First
Julian Jenkins
Seasoned sport executive and entrepreneur in the global sports industry
Gualia United
Episode: Putting the Fans First
Dr. Lucy Bennett
Lecturer at Cardiff University specializing in media and fandom
Cardiff University
Episode: Putting the Fans First

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Sean Adams
Founder and host, Sean Adams, explores the cultural, political, and climate-related aspects of the music industry with various guests, aiming to reimagine music's potential.

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 48 ratings
  • 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.

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    5
    Forward Falling
    United Kingdom7 months ago
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    How are you are around

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Leo hern
    Canada10 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.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Swodaem
    United Kingdom10 years ago

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The exploration of important cultural and political issues resonates well, making it a favored channel among music fans.
Listeners appreciate the authentic approach to music and activism, valuing the genuine discussions that bypass commercial influence.
Positive sentiments highlight that the podcast is a trusted source in music journalism, with a focus on meaningful content rather than sponsorship-driven themes.

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How Music Fans Can Save The Planet - Tori Tsui on Billie Eilish, Brian Eno & Fossil Fuel Treaty
Q: What is the Fossil Fuel Treaty and how did it come about?
The Fossil Fuel Treaty is a global framework to phase out from coal, oil, and gas, designed to complement the Paris Agreement; it was endorsed by key figures and aims to shift the dialogue towards sustainability.
Drowned in Sound is 25 today: Big lessons from the past and a new era unfurls
Q: What are your hopes and fears for the future of music by 2050?
I fear that music could become a luxury for the super-rich, but I hope it'll be essential to mental well-being.
Drowned in Sound is 25 today: Big lessons from the past and a new era unfurls
Q: How do we define journalism in this day and age?
Journalism is fundamentally about asking questions and telling stories that make sense of the world.
DiSpatch: Raging at Reading Festival - Backstage with Enter Shikari, Sofia Isella, Cliffords, and more
Q: How do you decide what topic to address in your performances?
We try to vary the topics based on the songs we're playing and what's most pressing, like the situation in Gaza or climate change.
Why it's time to quit Spotify
Q: What alternatives to Spotify are available for musicians and listeners?
The conversation details several alternative platforms such as Qobuz, which prioritize fair compensation for artists and emphasize human curation.

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A distinctive exploration of the intersections between music, culture, politics, and environmental issues is prominent throughout this series. Engaging conversations feature a diverse array of guests from musicians to activists, each tackling topics such as the climate crisis, AI's influence on the music industry, grassroots movements, and the importance of fan representation. With an emphasis on the music ecosystem's role in expressing social change and its potential for advocacy, episodes dive into both the evolution of musical scenes and the industry's challenges, fostering an environment for critical discourse about the future of sound and community engagement.

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