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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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E12 #Insights: Nils Petter Molvær — “Sometimes Magical Things Can Happen”

Nils Petter Molvær first met Martux_m in Rome around ten years ago. Since then, they’ve stayed in touch, collaborated on a remix, and eventually came together again for “Rome” on Be Quiet - a project built around collaborations with artists from different cities, including Imogen Heap, John Paul Jones and Alva Noto. In this short episode, Molvær talks about the idea behind Be Quiet: travelling to different cities, working with artists from each place, and creating space for real interaction. For him, that connection is where “sometimes magical things can happen.” Get full access to Edition Records at editionrecords.substack.com/subscribe
Sep 11

E11 #Insights: Chris Potter on Bringing Musicians Together

“It felt like a bit of a risk.” Most of the musicians didn’t know each other very well, if at all, and Chris Potter wasn’t sure how it would come together. What followed was a session that became a very special experience. In this episode, Potter reflects on the seriousness and commitment the musicians brought to the project, and the feeling that music can rise beyond what any one person could do. Get full access to Edition Records at editionrecords.substack.com/subscribe
Sep 4

E10 #Insights: Bill Frisell & Nate Smith - Why Chris Potter Chose Them

For Alive With Ghosts Today, Chris Potter knew he wanted Bill Frisell’s unmistakable guitar sound to be part of the music. He also called on longtime friend and bandmate Nate Smith, knowing his groove and groundedness would fit the music perfectly. In this episode, Potter talks about what drew him to both musicians and the qualities he heard in their playing as he was writing the album. Get full access to Edition Records at editionrecords.substack.com/subscribe
Aug 28

E9 #Insights: “A weird mix of instruments” - Chris Potter on finding the right sound

For Alive With Ghosts Today, Chris Potter wanted to work with a slightly larger group of musicians that would give him the freedom to write in a different way. The result is an unusual combination of instruments, imagined almost as a “village band” from the American Midwest: a group working with what they have rather than trying to recreate a traditional ensemble. In this episode, Potter talks about how he arrived at this particular combination and how the sounds of instruments like guitar and violin helped give the music what he describes as a distinctly American feel. Get full access to Edition Records at editionrecords.substack.com/subscribe
Aug 21

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

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

13
Rating

Clean
Copyright

© Dave Stapleton
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