Ep. 142: Thomas Dolby

Ep. 142: Thomas Dolby

Author: Music Buzzz Podcast April 10, 2026 Duration: 47:07
ABOUT THOMAS DOLBY: English musician, producer, composer, entrepreneur and teacher best known for blinding us with science, but ultimately a talent who has always blurred the lines between composition and invention. ABOUT THE PODCAST:  Candid discussions with and about those behind the scenes in the music business including industry veterans representing the segments of: Musician, Design & Live ABOUT THE HOSTS: All three Music Buzzz Podcast hosts (Dane Clark, Hugh Syme and Andy Wilson) have spent their careers working with the biggest names in entertainment and have been, and still are, a fly on the wall. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There’s a whole world of stories that happen just offstage, in the studio control room, or on the tour bus, and that’s exactly where Music Buzzz Podcast-Music Interviews, Commentary & History lives. Hosts Dane Clark, Hugh Syme, and Andy Wilson have built their careers alongside iconic artists, giving them a unique, fly-on-the-wall perspective they bring to every conversation. This isn’t just another interview show; it’s a series of candid discussions that pull back the curtain on the music business itself. You’ll hear from the veterans-the musicians, designers, and live production experts-whose work shapes the sounds and spectacles we love, but whose names you might not know. Each episode blends personal history with sharp commentary, uncovering the realities of creativity and commerce. The result is a podcast that feels like eavesdropping on a great backstage conversation, full of unseen connections and untold anecdotes from decades inside the industry. Tune in for the kind of insights that only come from a lifetime spent in the room where it happens.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

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