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Conversations that explore the music, the artists who create it and the ideas behind their work. From in-depth interviews to shorter focused episodes, artists discuss their creative process, influences, collaborations and the decisions that shape their music. editionrecords.substack.com

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E8 #Insights: Why Chris Potter Wrote About John Brown

Chris Potter reflects on the story of abolitionist John Brown and why it felt important to tell it now through Alive With Ghosts Today. He shares the connection between John Brown and poet Langston Hughes, whose grandmother was connected to one of the men killed during Brown’s raid on Harpers Ferry. For Potter, that connection between past and present is central to the story. He considers how the ghosts of history remain with us and why this particular chapter of American history still feels relevant today. Get full access to Edition Records at editionrecords.substack.com/subscribe
Aug 14

E7 #Insights: Chris Potter on the influences behind Alive With Ghosts Today

Chris Potter reflects on the different musical influences he was consciously thinking about while writing Alive With Ghosts Today. From Aaron Copland’s Billy the Kid and the music of Bill Frisell to blues and funk, he shares some of the reference points that informed the album’s musical world. He discusses the different sounds he was looking for from the violin, the influence of The Staple Singers and tremolo guitar, and the deep pocket brought by the rhythm section, offering a glimpse into the ideas behind the writing of Alive With Ghosts Today. Get full access to Edition Records at editionrecords.substack.com/subscribe
Jul 27

E6 #Insights: Richard Spaven on freedom, expression and emotionally charged drumming

As part of our shorter #Insights series of podcasts, Richard Spaven reflects on how his approach to drumming has evolved and why Light of Day feels different from anything he has made before. As he began writing the album, he realised he was creating music that could serve the drummer he is now: more expressive, more emotionally open and less afraid to say too much. He discusses the greater sense of freedom in his playing, the emotion that spills through the performances and why he sees Light of Day as featuring his most emotionally charged drumming on record. Get full access to Edition Records at editionrecords.substack.com/subscribe
05/22/2025

E5: Snowpoet - Chris and Lauren take quick fire questions from fans about their music. #5/5

Edition Records presents this series of 4 Episodes exploring the albums of 'Snowpoet'. Described as “beautiful, delicate, intricate music” by Mary Anne Hobbs (BBC 6 Music), and lauded by NPR, 'Snowpoet' have steadily built critical acclaim and a loyal growing fan base through their live performances, recordings and touring in the U.K, Ireland and Internationally. In this series hosted by songwriter, artist, producer and fan Oli Rockberger, Snowpoet co-leaders Chris Hyson and Lauren Kinsella reflect on their 4 records to date, with a deep dive album track featured as part of each episode. In this episode Chris and Lauren take quick fire questions from fans about their music. Get full access to Edition Records at editionrecords.substack.com/subscribe
05/08/2025

E4: Snowpoet: writing and recording Heartstrings #4/5

Edition Records presents this series of 4 Episodes exploring the albums of 'Snowpoet'. Described as “beautiful, delicate, intricate music” by Mary Anne Hobbs (BBC 6 Music), and lauded by NPR, 'Snowpoet' have steadily built critical acclaim and a loyal growing fan base through their live performances, recordings and touring in the U.K, Ireland and Internationally. In this series hosted by songwriter, artist, producer and fan Oli Rockberger, Snowpoet co-leaders Chris Hyson and Lauren Kinsella reflect on their 4 records to date, with a deep dive album track featured as part of each episode. Episode Four: In the final episode of the series, Chris and Lauren are joined once again by engineer Alex Killpartrick, to reflect on the new 'Snowpoet' album “Heartstings” (May 2024). They share the exciting journey of writing and recording this album all together in the studio for the very first time, discuss the record as a culmination of their creative output to date, and give some thoughts on what their beloved fans can look forward to with this new release. The powerful and emotive “Host” is the deep dive track for this final episode. Get full access to Edition Records at editionrecords.substack.com/subscribe
04/24/2025

E3: Snowpoet - Chris and Lauren reflect on the process of making their 2021 album, Wait for Me #3/5

Edition Records presents this series of 4 Episodes exploring the albums of 'Snowpoet'. Described as “beautiful, delicate, intricate music” by Mary Anne Hobbs (BBC 6 Music), and lauded by NPR, 'Snowpoet' have steadily built critical acclaim and a loyal growing fan base through their live performances, recordings and touring in the U.K, Ireland and Internationally. In this series hosted by songwriter, artist, producer and fan Oli Rockberger, Snowpoet co-leaders Chris Hyson and Lauren Kinsella reflect on their 4 records to date, with a deep dive album track featured as part of each episode. Episode Three: In this episode, Chris and Lauren reflect on the process of making their 2021 album “Wait for Me". They explore the challenges presented by making an album during the COVID-19 pandemic, discussing the need for flexibility in their creative process, and the importance of perseverance in arriving at this collection. The mesmerising and hypnotic “Roots” is the deep dive track for this episode Get full access to Edition Records at editionrecords.substack.com/subscribe
04/10/2025

E2: Snowpoet - Chris and Lauren on making their 2018 follow-up Album, Thought You Knew #2/5

Edition Records presents this series of 4 Episodes exploring the albums of 'Snowpoet'. Described as “beautiful, delicate, intricate music” by Mary Anne Hobbs (BBC 6 Music), and lauded by NPR, 'Snowpoet' have steadily built critical acclaim and a loyal growing fan base through their live performances, recordings and touring in the U.K, Ireland and Internationally. In this series hosted by songwriter, artist, producer and fan Oli Rockberger, Snowpoet co-leaders Chris Hyson and Lauren Kinsella reflect on their 4 records to date, with a deep dive album track featured as part of each episode. Episode Two: In this episode, Chris and Lauren share the process of making their 2018 follow up album “Thought You Knew”. They discuss the shift in their musical approach to the project, how they leaned into various unexpected circumstances during the process, and some ways that they looked to expand their overall vision for 'Snowpoet' via their 2nd album. The lyrical and poetic "It’s Already Better Than OK" is the deep dive track for this episode. Get full access to Edition Records at editionrecords.substack.com/subscribe
04/03/2025

E1: Snowpoet reflect on their 2016 self-titled debut album #1/5

Edition Records presents this series of 4 Episodes exploring the albums of 'Snowpoet'. Described as “beautiful, delicate, intricate music” by Mary Anne Hobbs (BBC 6 Music), and lauded by NPR, 'Snowpoet' have steadily built critical acclaim and a loyal growing fan base through their live performances, recordings and touring in the U.K, Ireland and Internationally. In this series hosted by songwriter, artist, producer and fan Oli Rockberger, Snowpoet co-leaders Chris Hyson and Lauren Kinsella reflect on their 4 records to date, with a deep dive album track featured as part of each episode. Episode One: In this episode, Chris and Lauren are joined by Snowpoet album engineer Alex Killpartrick, reflecting on their debut self-titled album from 2016. They reminisce on how they all first met and began working together, discuss the delicate transition to music making post university, and explore the process of arriving at the group's unique and compelling blend of jazz, folk, songwriting and creative production. The evocative and enveloping “Mermaid” is the deep dive track for this episode. Get full access to Edition Records at editionrecords.substack.com/subscribe
01/17/2025

Sun-Mi Hong releases her new album

Sun-Mi found inspiration in the musicians around her, particularly Han Bennink and the ICP Orchestra. Their raw creativity, freedom, and unique perspectives deeply resonated with her. Most importantly, their ability to find fascination in the smallest details and infuse those discoveries into their music played a pivotal role in shaping Sun-Mi’s own artistic journey. Fourth Page: Meaning of a Nest will be released on 14th March 2025 Get full access to Edition Records at editionrecords.substack.com/subscribe

9 Episodes

Conversations that explore the music, the artists who create it and the ideas behind their work. From in-depth interviews to shorter focused episodes, artists discuss their creative process, influences, collaborations and the decisions that shape their music. editionrecords.substack.com

Creator

Edition Records
Years Active

2025 - 2026
Episodes

9
Rating

Clean
Copyright

© Dave Stapleton
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Edition Records