Tape Notes
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SummaryTape Notes is the ultimate backstage pass for anyone obsessed with how their favorite music actually comes to life. Hosted by John Kennedy, the show invites the world’s most compelling artists and producers into the studio to deconstruct the alchemy of record-making. Rather than just talking about the finished product, each episode goes straight to the source, pulling back the curtain on the creative decisions that define a modern classic. The heart of Tape Notes lies in its deep-dive format. Whether you are listening to electronic pioneers like Disclosure and Fred again.., songwriting icons like Imogen Heap and Jack Antonoff, or powerhouse bands like Foo Fighters, the conversation always centers on the "how." You will hear the specific, raw stems that make up a track, listen to early demos that sound worlds away from the final release, and learn about the serendipitous accidents—like a glass falling in the studio or bird songs captured on tape—that end up shaping the final sound. Beyond the technical gear, synthesizers, and Ableton tricks, the show explores the human side of collaboration. You will get an intimate look at how trust, friendship, and even personal growth influence the music, from the quiet intimacy of home studios to the high-stakes environment of world-class recording spaces. It is a masterclass in curiosity, perfect for listeners who want to understand the heartbeat behind the tracks they love.
Updated Jul 7, 2026
Episodes
Reissue | TN:54 Disclosure
Disclosure brothers Guy and Howard Lawrence break down the production of their third studio album Energy.
TN:184 Myles Smith & Peter Fenn
Myles Smith and Peter Fenn break down how their viral hit Stargazing and debut album My Mess My Heart My Life grew.
TN:183 Arlo Parks & Baird
Arlo Parks and producer Baird break down the production, club-inspired textures, and collaborative magic of Ambiguous Desire
TN:182 Bleachers (Jack Antonoff)
Jack Antonoff breaks down the raw production and intentional minimalism behind the latest Bleachers studio sessions.
TN:181 Tom Misch
Tom Misch joins to break down the organic songwriting and tape-driven production behind his album Full Circle.
TN:180 Foo Fighters
Dave Grohl and Nate Mendel break down the home-studio sessions and gritty production of their album Your Favourite Toy.
TN:179 TOMORA (Tom Rowlands of Chemical Brothers & AURORA)
Tom Rowlands and AURORA share how their intuitive studio chemistry and experimental jam sessions shaped their debut.
TN:178 Holly Humberstone & Rob Milton
Holly Humberstone and producer Rob Milton break down the collaborative journey and sonic evolution of their new album.
TN:177 Imogen Heap
Imogen Heap deconstructs the four-year creative obsession and technical madness behind her latest EP, I Am.
TN:176 Fred again..
Fred again deconstructs the creation of his infinite USB mixtape, revealing how he samples, reharmonizes, and loops.
TN:157 Jamie xx
Jamie xx breaks down the creative process and intricate sound design behind his second solo album In Waves.
TN:154 Jeff Goldblum & The Mildred Snitzer Orchestra
Jeff Goldblum and his band break down the organic, star-studded recording sessions for their album Still Blooming.
TN:150 RÜFÜS DU SOL
The trio breaks down how they pushed their sonic boundaries through creative friction and production experimentation.
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