On the Record with Poppy Reid

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On The Record revisits an iconic album with the master of its creation, the artist. Hosted by Poppy Reid. On The Record is a Curious Media podcast.

  1. Oct 29

    James Marriott Revisits His Number 1 Album, Heartbreak & the Dark Side of Success

    James Marriott joins On The Record to talk about the music, relationships and personal experiences behind his chart-topping album Don't Tell the Dog, and the story he's beginning to tell with his forthcoming album, Warning Signs.In less than three years, James went from playing his first headline show to topping the UK Albums Chart ahead of Oasis and Sabrina Carpenter. But behind the success is a much more personal story about self-doubt, the pressure of being in the public eye and the complicated relationship between making music and finding happiness.Poppy Reid is dressed by American Apparel Shop the looks at https://www.americanapparel.com.au/In this conversation, James opens up about:The difficult period that pushed him to leave his old content-creation career behind and commit to music.The emotional meaning behind Don't Tell the Dog and why he wanted its closing song to feel devastating.The reality of performing to thousands of people while struggling with being seen in everyday life.How one particular sold-out show became one of the most memorable moments of his career.The stories, relationships and personal revelations hidden inside his songwriting.The inspiration behind Warning Signs, an album exploring desire, obsession, heartbreak and the search for stability.Why he believes a thousand true fans matter more than chasing trends.His concerns about AI, artificial general intelligence and the future of human-made art.From the vulnerability behind his lyrics to the realities of success, this is a conversation about what happens when you turn your most personal experiences into music.Watch the full conversation with James Marriott on On The Record.#JamesMarriott #OnTheRecord #DontTellTheDog #WarningSigns #MusicInterview

  2. Oct 9

    Jenny Morris on The Truth About the Music Industry, Losing Her Voice, Finding Purpose and… Prince

    Jenny Morris sits down with Poppy Reid for a deeply personal conversation spanning more than four decades of Australian music. Fresh from her induction into the ARIA Hall of Fame, Jenny reflects on her extraordinary career, the story behind “She Has to Be Loved”, and why the song that began with her sister Bronte ultimately became something much bigger. She opens up about her approach to songwriting, why artists should create for themselves rather than chase a hit, and what separates music with genuine heart and soul from music designed simply to succeed. Jenny also discusses the dramatic changes she has witnessed across the music industry, from vinyl and CDs to streaming and now AI. As an advocate for songwriters and composers, she explains the current fight for artists to be valued, and why the industry cannot repeat the mistakes made when streaming arrived. The conversation becomes deeply personal as Jenny talks about developing spasmodic dysphonia, losing her ability to sing, and how that changed her relationship with music and songwriting, while giving her more time to focus on advocacy. And then there are the stories: touring with INXS as they conquered America, living with Michael Hutchence, encountering Andy Warhol in New York, and the unforgettable night Prince unexpectedly joined Jenny on stage to play guitar on “Saved Me”. A conversation about music, identity, creativity, purpose, legacy and fighting for the value of artists. Poppy Reid is dressed by American Apparel Shop the looks at https://www.americanapparel.com.au/

  3. Sep 25

    Stand Atlantic on GODBREATH, Death, Love, AI & Making Music Feel Human

    Stand Atlantic have built a career out of turning chaos, anxiety and uncomfortable emotions into songs. But what happens when the person writing them suddenly finds herself happy? Poppy Reid is dressed by American Apparel Shop the looks at https://www.americanapparel.com.au/ In this episode of On The Record, Bonnie Fraser and Miki Rich talk about the emotional shift between ‘Was Here’ and ‘Godbreath’, Bonnie’s changing relationship with thoughts of death, falling in love and confronting something she never imagined herself writing about: happiness. Bonnie opens up about growing up struggling to communicate what she was feeling, why songwriting became the place she could finally put those emotions, and how finding a healthy relationship forced her into unfamiliar creative territory. We also get inside the making of Godbreath. The pair explain why Stand Atlantic stopped chasing perfection, live tracked the record and deliberately kept some of the mistakes that would normally be edited out. That leads us into a bigger conversation about AI, increasingly perfect production and what happens when technology can replicate almost anything digitally. For Stand Atlantic, the response was to make something unmistakably human. Plus, Bonnie and Miki break down why Stand Atlantic refuse to chase whatever sound is currently trending, and how trusting their own taste has kept the band moving forward. Subscribe to On The Record with Poppy Reid for more long-form conversations with the artists shaping music now.

  4. Sep 8

    Julia Stone on 16 years of “Big Jet Plane” with Angus Stone, Rick Rubin, St. Vincent, Grief & Her Message to Fans

    Julia Stone sits down for an intimate conversation about music, family, success, grief and her extraordinary creative relationship with her brother, Angus. She looks back on the story behind “Big Jet Plane”, the years of ups and downs, and what happened when she and Angus stepped away from their shared project. She reveals how Rick Rubin helped bring them back into the studio, the unexpected Paris encounter that reunited them, and why their connection has endured for more than two decades. Julia also opens up about the pressures behind making music, the lessons she learned from St. Vincent, and why suffering and grief can be essential to understanding others. From Karaoke Bar, “The Cherry Farm” and the meaning of loss, to the way “Big Jet Plane” became the soundtrack to other people's lives, this is a deeply personal conversation about why music connects us. Poppy Reid is dressed by American Apparel Shop the looks at https://www.americanapparel.com.au/ In this episode:• The story behind Big Jet Plane • Julia and Angus' 20-year creative relationship • Rick Rubin's advice that changed their approach to music • The year and a half they spent apart • Their unexpected reunion in Paris • Five ARIA Awards and thanking her dog and cat • Working with St. Vincent • Cherry Farm, grief and letting go • Why suffering connects us • The unique bond between Julia and Angus • How Big Jet Plane became part of other people's stories

  5. Aug 25

    Adam Newling Gets Honest About Self-Worth, Addiction & His Debut Album

    Adam Newling has built his music around the messy parts of being human; friendship, heartbreak, addiction, love, regret and everything we often struggle to put into words.In this episode of On The Record, Adam sits down to unpack the story behind his breakout song “Sweetness”, including how an argument with a close friend helped inspire the song and why some of its most memorable lyrics came from completely different moments in his life. But this conversation goes much deeper.Adam opens up about his relationship with sobriety and substance abuse, the moments in his life he wishes he had handled differently, and how years of self-reflection and therapy helped him begin to rebuild his relationship with himself. He also talks about the music industry, navigating big promises, trusting his own instincts, imposter syndrome, and why he ultimately wants to focus on one thing: making music that connects with people. With his debut album The Bloody Unknown, Adam reflects on how far he has come from the person who first wrote “Sweetness”; and why, for the first time in a long time, he feels more at peace with who he is. Poppy Reid is dressed by American Apparel Shop the looks at https://www.americanapparel.com.au/

  6. Aug 15

    Spotify's Global Exec on AI Music, Royalties & Industry Myths

    For this one-off special episode of On The Record, Poppy Reid sits down with Sam Duboff, Spotify's Global Head of Spotify for Artists, Marketing & Policy, for one of the most transparent conversations ever recorded about how the world's biggest streaming platform actually works. From artist royalties and streaming payouts to AI-generated music, algorithms, discovery, exports and the future of the music industry, Sam answers many of the questions musicians, managers and fans have been asking for years. The conversation breaks down how Spotify's royalty system really works, why there is no fixed payment per stream, what actually happens after Spotify pays labels and distributors, and why so many artists misunderstand where their money comes from. Sam also responds to some of the biggest industry debates, including Discovery Mode, user-centric payments, AI-generated music, spam tracks, artist verification, export myths and whether Spotify's algorithm really limits artists' global reach. Whether you're an artist, songwriter, producer, manager or simply curious about the future of music, this is an essential conversation with one of the people helping shape the industry's next chapter. Topics discussed: How Spotify royalties actually work Why there is no fixed pay-per-stream rate Discovery Mode explained AI music and Spotify's policy Verified by Spotify User-centric payment model Artist royalties and record deals Exporting Australian artists globally Music industry myths The future of streaming and AI

  7. Jul 23

    Hooligan Hefs on Jail, Instinct and Becoming Australia’s Most Charismatic Rapper

    Hooligan Hefs joins Poppy Reid for an honest conversation about the journey from Western Sydney underground rap to becoming one of Australia's biggest hip-hop artists. While Send Itturned him into a household name and one of Australia's most streamed rap artists, this episode goes far beyond the party anthem that changed everything. Hefs opens up about building a sound that blended street rap, UK drill, EDM and party music into something uniquely Australian, why rap purists initially rejected his music, and how trusting his own instincts helped him break through. He reflects on the success of Send It, the police reaction to its infamous music video, the misconceptions people had about him, and why authenticity has always mattered more than following trends. The conversation also explores his new album Sixth Sense, the meaning behind its title, his collaboration with Wiley, and his vision for taking Western Sydney's sound onto the global stage. Hefs also discusses Australia's music industry, supporting fellow artists instead of competing with them, growing up with a single mother and two older brothers, and the mindset that's driven his career from the very beginning. A candid conversation about ambition, identity, loyalty, creativity and the next chapter of one of Australian rap's biggest success stories. Topics discussed: • The story behind Send It • The making of Sixth Sense • Why rap purists didn't understand his music • The evolution of Western Sydney hip-hop • Supporting Australian artists• Global ambitions for Australian rap • Growing up in Western Sydney • The Send It music video controversy • Creativity vs chasing trends • Authenticity, confidence and legacy Poppy Reid is dressed by American Apparel Shop the looks at https://www.americanapparel.com.au/ ------------------- Follow Poppy :https://www.instagram.com/itspoppyreid/ Follow : Hooligan Hefshttps://www.instagram.com/hooliganhefs/ Follow Curious Media :https://www.instagram.com/itscuriousmedia/

  8. Jul 3

    Jakob Nowell on Bringing Sublime Back & Honouring His Father's Legacy

    For the first time in nearly 30 years, Sublime is writing a brand new chapter. In this episode of On The Record, Poppy Reid sits down with Jakob Nowell and Bud Gaugh to talk about the emotional return of one of alternative music's most iconic bands. Jakob opens up about stepping into the role once held by his father, Bradley Nowell, and the responsibility of carrying such an influential legacy. The band reflects on how Bradley's songwriting was rooted in real life, why songs like "Date Rape" were written with genuine social significance, and how that same honest approach continues to shape Sublime's music today. They also share stories from their long-awaited reunion, the pressure and exhilaration of returning on the Coachella stage, and why this new era finally feels right after decades apart. From family, grief and legacy to songwriting, touring Australia and recording their first new album together, this is an honest conversation about honouring the past while building the future. Topics discussed: • Jakob Nowell becoming Sublime's new frontman • Bradley Nowell's songwriting philosophy • The real story behind "Date Rape" • Reuniting after nearly three decades • The pressure of performing at Coachella • Family, legacy and finding the missing piece • Recording Sublime's first new album in 30 years • Touring Australia and embracing a new generation of fans Poppy Reid is dressed by American Apparel Shop the looks at https://www.americanapparel.com.au/ ------------------- Follow Poppy :https://www.instagram.com/itspoppyreid/ Follow Sublime :https://www.instagram.com/sublime / Follow Curious Media :https://www.instagram.com/itscuriousmedia/

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