Moor Thoughts Podcast

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Welcome to the Moor Thoughts Podcast, a monthly series dedicated to exploring ambient music and its vibrant community. Each month, we’ll engage in insightful conversations with special guests, delving into their creative processes, practices, and the broader world of ambient music. Hosted by James Osland and Thomas Hoey

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Moor Thoughts - Season Two - Episode Two - Tides

Welcome to Season Two Episode Two of the Moor Thoughts Podcast — a monthly series dedicated to exploring the rich, expansive world of ambient music and the vibrant community that surrounds it. Each episode features in-depth conversations with artists, composers, and curators who are shaping the sound and philosophy of ambient music today. In this episode, we are pleased to welcome Samuel Death, also known as Tides. Recognised for his richly textured and emotive soundscapes, Tides has emerged as a distinctive voice within the ambient music scene over the past four years, releasing a series of compelling works on some of the genre’s most respected labels. Rooted in themes of environment, memory, and nostalgia, the project offers a contemplative listening experience that encourages stillness, reflection, and a deeper connection with the natural world. Our conversation spans a range of topics, including his musical evolution from performing in church bands to producing ambient music, as well as discussions around mental health and his creative practice in photography. We extend our sincere thanks to Samuel for joining us for this instalment of the Moor Thoughts Podcast. It was a genuine pleasure to explore the ideas, influences, and creative journey behind Tides.

59 min
JAN 26

Moor Thoughts - Season Two - Episode One - The Green Kingdom

Welcome to Season Two Episode One of the Moor Thoughts Podcast — a monthly series dedicated to exploring the rich, expansive world of ambient music and the vibrant community that surrounds it. Each episode features in-depth conversations with artists, composers, and curators who are shaping the sound and philosophy of ambient music today. In this episode, we’re delighted to welcome The Green Kingdom, the long-running ambient project of Michael Cottone. Known for its deeply immersive, nature-informed soundscapes, The Green Kingdom has spent the best part of two decades crafting music that blurs the boundaries between the organic and the electronic. Rooted in themes of environment, memory, and nostalgia, the project offers a contemplative listening experience that invites stillness, reflection, and connection with the natural world. Our conversation ranges across a variety of topics, from the evolution of The Green Kingdom’s sound, creative practices and guitar pedals. We discuss how observation, and subtlety inform ambient composition, as well as the challenges and intentions behind releasing music in a thoughtful way. We extend our sincere thanks to Michael for joining us on this instalment of the Moor Thoughts Podcast. It was a genuine pleasure to explore the ideas, influences, and creative journey behind The Green Kingdom.

57 min
11/16/2025

Moor Thoughts - Episode Six - Lynn Davy and Adrian Newton

Welcome to Episode Six of the Moor Thoughts Podcast — a monthly series dedicated to exploring the rich, expansive world of ambient music and the vibrant community that surrounds it. Each episode offers in-depth conversations with artists, composers, and curators who are shaping the sound and spirit of ambient music today. In this episode, we are delighted to welcome the creative partnership of Lynn Davy and Adrian Newton. Over the past decade, Lynn and Adrian have collaborated on an impressive and diverse range of artistic projects, seamlessly integrating elements of sound, visual media, and physical art. Their work pushes the boundaries of immersive artistic experience, inviting audiences to engage with art in thoughtful, multisensory ways. Most recently, they have launched Evergreen music, an environmentally focused eco–tape label that reflects their commitment to sustainability and responsible creative practice. Our conversation spans a wide variety of topics, from the problem of vinyl to the environmental considerations facing today’s music makers. We explore what it means to create and release music ethically and consciously in a rapidly changing world, and how artists can align their creative processes with ecological principles. And, of course, we couldn’t resist a discussion about spoons. We extend our sincere thanks to Lynn and Adrian for joining us on this sixth instalment of the Moor Thoughts Podcast. It was a true pleasure to explore thier musical journey and creative process.

1h 13m
10/08/2025

Moor Thoughts Podcast - Episode Five - Darren McClure

Welcome to Episode Five of the Moor Thoughts Podcast — a monthly series dedicated to exploring the rich, expansive world of ambient music and the vibrant community that surrounds it. Each episode offers in-depth conversations with artists, composers, and curators who are shaping the sound and spirit of ambient music today. In this episode, we are honoured to welcome Irish-born composer Darren McClure. Over the past two decades, Darren has built a remarkable body of work within the ambient and electronic music landscape, releasing under his own name and contributing to a range of esteemed independent labels, including Dragon’s Eye Recordings, Glistening Examples, Impulsive Habitat, and Neotantra. Known for his refined approach to ambient minimalism, Darren's music combines textural depth with subtle compositional nuance, earning him recognition across the ambient and experimental music community. Our conversation with Darren traverses a wide range of topics, including his formative experiences in the early UK grindcore scene, his engagement with Japanese onkyo music, and the lasting influence of the late, legendary John Peel. Darren also offers thoughtful insights into his creative methodology and the evolving nature of his sound practice. We extend our sincere thanks to Darren McClure for joining us on this fifth instalment of the Moor Thoughts Podcast. It was a true pleasure to explore his musical journey and creative process.

1h 9m
09/07/2025

Moor Thoughts Podcast - Episode Four - Jan Pulsford

Welcome to the fourth episode of the Moor Thoughts Podcast, a monthly series dedicated to exploring ambient music and its vibrant community. Each month, we’ll engage in insightful conversations with special guests, delving into their creative processes, practices, and the broader world of ambient music. In this episode we are honoured to be joined by the exceptionally talented and deeply respected Jan Pulsford, a Woodbridge-based artist and influential figure within the global ambient music community. With an extensive and diverse career in the music industry, Jan has collaborated with an impressive range of artists across multiple genres—from pop and electronic to experimental and ambient. Her work reflects a lifetime of creative exploration and innovation, marked by both technical mastery and emotional depth. Jan is also the founder and curator of the Woodbridge Ambient Music Festival, a growing platform that celebrates ambient and electronic soundscapes from artists around the world. In addition to her festival work, she hosts a weekly world ambient radio show, where she continues to support and spotlight emerging talent. Jan also releases her own music under a variety of pseudonyms, continuing to evolve and expand her sonic palette. Her contributions to the ambient music scene—as an artist, mentor, and advocate—make her a truly inspiring guest, and we are thrilled to share this thoughtful and engaging conversation with you. A heartfelt thank you to Jan for joining us on this third episode of the Moor Thoughts Podcast. We hope you enjoy listening as much as we enjoyed recording it. https://www.janpulsford.com/

53 min
04/29/2025

Moor Thoughts Podcast - Episode Three - Matt Atkins

Welcome to the third episode of the Moor Thoughts Podcast, a monthly series dedicated to exploring ambient music and its vibrant community. Each month, we’ll engage in insightful conversations with special guests, delving into their creative processes, practices, and the broader world of ambient music. In this episode, we are joined by London based multidisciplinary artist Matt Atkins. Matt is influential figure within the sound art and improvisation scene in London.. Having collaborated with artists such as Kate Carr, Stewart Chalmers and Slow Clinic Matt has build up and impressive body of work across a range Independent labels. Matts contributions to the experimental community include music, painting, live performance and curating his label MRM. A heartfelt thank you to Matt for joining us for this third episode. We hope you enjoy listening. https://mattatkins.bandcamp.com/ https://mrmrecordings.bandcamp.com/music https://flamingpines.bandcamp.com/album/organelles

1h 3m
03/31/2025

Moor Thoughts Podcast - Episode Two - Euan Millar McMeeken

Welcome to the second episode of the Moor Thoughts Podcast, a monthly series dedicated to exploring ambient music and its vibrant community. Each month, we’ll engage in insightful conversations with special guests, delving into their creative processes, practices, and the broader world of ambient music. In this episode, we are joined by Euan Millar McMeeken an influential figure within the ambient scene. Having been releasing music under various aliases for around 14 years Euan has amassed a wide range of collaborative and solo releases across a plethora of different independent labels. A heartfelt thank you to Euan for joining us for this second episode. We hope you enjoy listening. https://221604.bandcamp.com/ https://sleepinthefirerecords.bandcamp.com/ https://thehumblebee.bandcamp.com/album/the-trembling-line

1h 19m
02/27/2025

Moor Thoughts Podcast - Episode One - Harry Towell and Andrew Heath

Welcome to the inaugural episode of the Moor Thoughts Podcast, a monthly series dedicated to exploring ambient music and its vibrant community. Each month, we’ll engage in insightful conversations with special guests, delving into their creative processes, practices, and the broader world of ambient music. In this episode, we are joined by Harry Towell and Andrew Heath, two influential figures within the ambient scene. Both have been releasing music under various aliases for many years, and their contributions extend far beyond their own work—they have played pivotal roles in advancing the community through their record labels, forums, and review platforms. A heartfelt thank you to Harry and Andrew for making this debut episode truly memorable. We hope you enjoy listening. https://spheruleus.bandcamp.com/ https://whitelabrecs.bandcamp.com/ https://andrewheath.bandcamp.com/ https://driftworks.bandcamp.com/ https://wallofambient.wordpress.com/

1h 21m

8 Episodes

Welcome to the Moor Thoughts Podcast, a monthly series dedicated to exploring ambient music and its vibrant community. Each month, we’ll engage in insightful conversations with special guests, delving into their creative processes, practices, and the broader world of ambient music. Hosted by James Osland and Thomas Hoey

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Moor Thoughts
Years Active

2025 - 2026
Episodes

8
Rating

Clean
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© Moor Thoughts 2025
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