Lost And Sound
Lost and Sound is a podcast exploring the most exciting and innovative voices in underground, electronic, and leftfield music worldwide. Hosted by Berlin-based writer Paul Hanford, each episode features in-depth, free-flowing conversations with artists, producers, and pioneers who push music forward in their own unique way.
From legendary innovators to emerging mavericks, Paul dives into the intersection of music, creativity, and life, uncovering deep insights into the artistic process. His relaxed, open-ended approach allows guests to express themselves fully, offering an intimate perspective on the minds shaping contemporary sound.
Originally launched with support from Arts Council England, Lost and Sound has featured groundbreaking artists including Suzanne Ciani, Peaches, Laurent Garnier, Chilly Gonzales, Sleaford Mods, Nightmares On Wax, Graham Coxon, Saint Etienne, Ellen Allien, A Guy Called Gerald, Jean Michel Jarre, Liars, Blixa Bargeld, Hania Rani, Roman Flügel, Róisín Murphy, Jim O’Rourke, Yann Tiersen, Thurston Moore, Lias Saoudi (Fat White Family), Caterina Barbieri, Rudy Tambala (A.R. Kane), more eaze, Tesfa Williams, Slikback, NikNak, and Alva Noto.
Paul Hanford is a writer, broadcaster, and storyteller whose work bridges music, culture, and human connection. His debut book, Coming to Berlin, is available in all good bookshops.
Lost and Sound is for listeners passionate about electronic music, experimental sound, and the people redefining what music can be.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 49 minutes
- Episodes
- 184
- Years Active
- 2018 - 2025
Bogdan Raczynski
Bogdan Raczynski has created a body of work as enigmatic as it is enthralling. Rumoured to have been discovered sleeping on a bench in Tokyo by Aphex Twin, he’s collaborated with Björk, remixed Autec…
Steve Hillage
Ever wondered how a music legend evolves over five decades? Join us as we unravel the extraordinary journey of Steve Hillage, a counter-cultural icon whose influence stretches from the psychedelic 60…
Trentemøller
Paul sits down with Danish producer and musician Anders Trentemøller, unpacking his journey from early electronic EPs to the lush, melancholic soundscapes of his latest album, "Dreamweaver." Anders o…
Will Gregory
Ever wondered how an award-winning musician navigates an entire orchestra of analog synthesizers? Join us on this week's Lost in Sound as Paul sits down with Will Gregory, one half of Goldfrapp and h…
Lara Jones
Ever wondered how an artist balances authenticity while pushing the electronic music boundaries? Lara Jones, the London-based experimental producer, saxophonist, keyboardist, and lyricist, opens up a…
Kelly Lee Owens
Ever wondered how an artist collects dreams and ideas to craft an album? Electronic producer, musician and DJ Kelly Lee Owens walks us through her unique creative process behind her upcoming release,…
Richard Sen
Ever wondered what it’s like to transition from being one of the UK's first graffiti writers to a distinguished DJ and producer? In our latest episode, we sit down with Richard Sen, who not only face…
Blixa Bargeld
Prepare to be inspired as we bring you an electrifying conversation with Blixa Bargeld, the visionary behind Einstürzende Neubauten and a former pivotal figure in Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds. Discove…
Rosie Lowe
What happens when a multifaceted artist like Rosie Lowe decides to record an album across multiple countries with nothing but a studio in a bag? Join us as Rosie shares the compelling story behind he…
DJ Fuckoff (2024)
DJ Fuckoff returns with a bang! After moving to Berlin with just a backpack and big dreams, our guest DJ Fuckoff skyrocketed to fame during the lockdowns with her electrifying streaming sets. We expl…
HOMESHAKE
What happens when a Canadian multi-instrumentalist decides to blend jazzy electronic R&B with indie rock? Join us on Lost in Sound as Peter Sagar, better known as HOMESHAKE, takes us through his crea…
Maria W Horn
What if you could blend the haunting echoes of history with cutting-edge electronic music? This week, Swedish composer Maria W. Horn reveals the secrets behind her spectralist compositions. We delve …
Malonda
What does it take to balance a life of activism and artistry? We sit down with musician, activist and sometimes writer Malonda for a thoughtful conversation where the self styled electric diva and de…
Róisín Murphy
What happens when an artist refuses to conform to industry norms and continually pushes musical boundaries? Join Paul for an enthralling conversation with the iconic Róisín Murphy, who has spent nea…
Caterina Barbieri
Composer and musician Caterina Barbieri talks with Paul about her deeply philosophical and instinctive approach to synthesizers and building sonic communities. We chat about Caterina's journey from t…
Jonnie Wilkes - Optimo/Naum Gabo
When Jonnie Wilkes and former Lost and Sound guest JD Twitch began their Optimo Espacio night one sunday in 1997 at Glasgow’s Sub Club, did they think that their eclectic style of mixing house and te…
Matthew Collin
Matthew Collin has written some of the most seminal books about electronic music culture. His latest, ”Dream Machines," captures the essence of innovators who embraced technology to shape the future …
Chloé Caillet
Chloé Caillet's career has blown up expodentially in the last couple of years and now with her LGBTQ+ party series SMIILE currently touring the world, the DJ, producer, label owner and party starter …
Luke Slater
Luke Slater has remained an authentic titan in underground clubland for over 35 years. Among the very first European DJs and producers to be influenced by the techno and house coming out of Detroit a…
Empress Of
Imagine stepping into a studio where the walls echo with a fusion of alt-pop and club ready electronic innovation, colored with the vibrant heritage of Honduran American culture. That's the journey w…