Where are you based?
I am based in London, UK.
Where do you work? What do you do?
I am the Founding Partner & Co-Host of FutureSound. We are a global platform that reimagines how the world views music beyond just entertainment. Our grand vision is to transform the lives of billions globally using the power of sound.
I truly believe that Sound [music included] is one of the most powerful, natural organic technologies on the planet.
We support some of the world’s most influential creators, leaders & pioneers through our live events, deep listening experiences, educational initiatives & soon to be launched private retreats. They are pushing the boundaries of the transformational power of sound & music.
What are you listening to?
I’m currently listening to the sonic alchemist that is Goldcap & his weekly show on SoundCloud – ‘The Goldcast’. He is an amazing curator of quality electronic dance music. He showcases amazing DJ talent from all corners of the globe. I discover so many amazing DJs and producers here that previously were not on my radar.
How do you discover new music?
Most of the new music I discover nowadays is usually when I hear a DJ play a good track… There is so much good music out there right now (Shazam gets used a lot too!) Digitally Beatport, Bandcamp & socials & I often check out new releases via labels I follow also. YouTube’s recommendation engine amazing too & I feel it’s not often spoken about enough. I still buy vinyl occasionally and often frequent Soho in London to check out record shops. I have been doing this since I was 13 years old although there is now only a handful left.
What formats do you usually listen to? LP, CD, Cassette, Digital, Streaming Services? Why?
My purchases are almost all digital & some Vinyl. As for streaming services, I’m more of a SoundCloud/Mixcloud guy than Spotify. I like Youtube too for the combined visual element and rawness of what you can discover.
Where do you do most of your music listening?
I have music playing all the time! Headphones are on when I first wake up, when I’m working, running, walking, travelling, and soundscapes when I’m meditating. I have a full DJ set up in my home – both vinyl turntables and digital.
What are your frustrations with listening to music digitally? Any benefits?
‘MP3’s are an insult to our ears’ is a famous quote by Tony Andrews, founder of Funktion One who was a keynote speaker at our first ‘The Future is Sound Summit’. I totally agree – nothing beats good quality audio whether it be analogue or digital. However, being able to play any track I want anytime, anywhere at my fingertips has its advantages. I grew up with only cassettes vinyl & CDs. As such I can fully appreciate how far we have come in the last 30 years!
“nothing beats good quality audio whether it be analogue or digital”
How do you keep track of everything you are listening to?
The usual – playlists, favourites and arranged folders/genres for DJ’ing – I listen to a LOT of music & it often gets lost!
Do you tip other people off to new music? How?
My advice would be to explore new music, up-and-coming artists, DJs & music events and stay off the beaten track. We are incredibly lucky to now live in a world that allows us to tap into music ecosystems and communities anywhere in the world with such ease – yet many people do not actively do this and are missing out on some incredible music discovery.
“We are incredibly lucky to now live in a world that allows us to tap into music ecosystems and communities anywhere in the world with such ease”
Anything you want to “promote”?
We have so many interesting events, experiences and initiatives coming up! SOUND MEDITATIONS FROM THE FUTURE is our first collaboration with the University of Greenwich (this event is now totally sold out) we will be appearing at Fold in London for club night Papa Loko – Tantra Sonika on 3rd December – and we have an invite only-music industry event in January ‘BEYOND MUSIC’ focused on Electronic music for health with some amazing partners and speakers – details released soon + much more!
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