Sam Smith
How authenticity and creative risks helped shaped highly anticipated album
Oct 29, 2020•50 min•Ep. 28
The Zane Lowe Interview Series
One thing that today's biggest artists have in common: They all speak with Apple Music’s Zane Lowe about their lives and the stories behind their songs. Hear why he is the interviewer the biggest stars open up to in these candid, in-depth conversations, now available in full on Apple Podcasts.
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Rick Rubin
The super-producer joins Zane to talk Tom Petty, fond memories of working on Wildflowers , plus share stories of collaborating with Ringo Starr, Carl Wilson, The Strokes, and more
Oct 23, 2020•53 min•Ep. 27
Bruce Springsteen
The artist on his career and the highly anticipated album, Letter To You.
Oct 22, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 26
Thom Yorke
In a candid interview, Thom Yorke reflects on his unique artistic journey, from the emotional impact of his music on listeners to his collaborative process and the challenges of the music industry. He delves into the political and digital themes in his work, the genesis of his album 'ANIMA,' and the constant search for creative freedom and life balance. The discussion also touches upon the importance of sleep, navigating vulnerability in public, and the evolution of his creative ambition.
Oct 01, 2020•39 min•Ep. 25
Marilyn Manson
“I bet people could probably say, ‘I’ve never seen Manson in a good mood once in my life.’ Except here right now.” In this in-depth interview, Marilyn Manson tells Zane Lowe all about the making and meaning of his 11th album, WE ARE CHAOS. The pair discuss his collaboration with Shooter Jennings, 2020 not quite going as expected, and the influence of grief and his relationship with mental health.
Sep 24, 2020•57 min•Ep. 24
Alicia Keys
In a far-reaching interview with Zane, Alicia Keys discusses the ways in which her childhood and the things she had to overcome led to the clarity of her latest album ALICIA, her first in four years. She offers a deep dive into the mindset behind and the making of the music, which is some of her most expansive and collaborative to date. “There’s something so crazy about what I bring and then what you bring. It’s going to be completely different, and there’s something about the merging of energy ...
Sep 17, 2020•58 min•Ep. 23
Bon Iver
The singer sits down with Zane to discuss his fourth album, i,i.
Sep 10, 2020•52 min•Ep. 22
Nas
In this interview, Nas delves into the creative process behind "King's Disease," his 13th studio album, highlighting how global events of 2020 shaped its themes of racial injustice and empowerment. He shares insights on his unique collaboration with sole producer Hit-Boy, revisits the complex history of "The Firm," and reflects on personal growth, family influence, and his journey as both an artist and a businessman. The conversation offers a deep look into Nas's continued evolution and artistic drive.
Sep 03, 2020•1 hr•Ep. 21
Gloria Estefan
Gloria Estefan chats with Zane and shares music.
Aug 27, 2020•47 min•Ep. 20
Katy Perry
Days before releasing her sixth album Smile—and before giving birth to her first child—the glowing global superstar opens up about the perseverance it took to get there. “The last two and a half years have been a psychological, spiritual, emotional journey,” she tells Zane Lowe. “I'm grateful for the pain because it pushed me towards the growth. Now I don’t feel like a thirsty, desperate pop star that's just trying to hit a number. I've got more dimension. I have a baby on the way. I have a fian...
Aug 20, 2020•52 min•Ep. 19
Future
Future talks to Zane about his album, High Off Life.
Aug 14, 2020•39 min•Ep. 18
will.i.am
Listen now to Zane's conversation with will.i.am about truth in music, his relationship with Jimmy Iovine, and the inspiration for Black Eyed Peas' latest bi-lingual album, TRANSLATION.
Aug 07, 2020•51 min•Ep. 17
Action Bronson
Conversation about childhood, music, and other passions.
Jul 30, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 16
Halsey
Halsey joins Zane for a frank, personal conversation about her life and career on the eve of the release of her third album Manic . (9/16/2020)
Jul 24, 2020•30 min•Ep. 15
The Chicks
Zane interviews The Chicks about their new album, Gaslighter , covering off on everything from the name change to the current political climate, production work on their new project from Jack Antonoff, and much more.
Jul 22, 2020•44 min•Ep. 14
Kamasi Washington and Terrace Martin
The duo discuss their latest jazz/hip-hop fusion supergroup, Dinner Party.
Jul 16, 2020•46 min•Ep. 13
Billy Porter
In his powerful interview with Zane Lowe, the theater performer, singer, and actor opens up about finding his voice at a young age, coping with and overcoming trauma, and how playing Belize in Tony Kushner’s off-Broadway revival of Angels in America changed his life.
Jul 14, 2020•53 min•Ep. 12
Harry Styles
The singer tells Zane Lowe about cutting loose, finding his footing as a solo artist, and how all that manifested itself in his freewheeling second post-One Direction albm, Fine Line . (11/22/2020)
Jul 10, 2020•51 min•Ep. 11
Sia
In her revealing interview with Zane Lowe, the pop singer-songwriter, actor, and director opens up about dealing with the trappings of fame, the joys and challenges of adopting two sons, and becoming a grandmother.
Jul 02, 2020•51 min•Ep. 10
Tyler, The Creator
An in-depth discussion covering Tyler's fifth and most accomplished solo album yet, IGOR . (7/18/2019)
Jun 26, 2020•56 min•Ep. 9
Jon Brion
The producer talks through the making of Mac Miller’s posthumous release Circles with Zane and reminisces about the late artist’s creative and personal growth.
Jun 12, 2020•24 min•Ep. 8
Lady Gaga
Ahead of the release of Chromatica, Lady Gaga sat down for a socially distanced chat with Apple Music’s Zane Lowe. In a wide-ranging conversation, they discussed making music as a form of therapy (“my way of dealing with pain is that I write songs”), working with collaborators like Ariana Grande (“this friendship blossomed”), and what she plans to do after the quarantine is lifted (“I’m probably going to go to every gay club that I can find, and hug and kiss every human that I come in contact wi...
May 28, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 7
Hayley Williams
To mark the release of her first solo album, Paramore’s Hayley Williams speaks to Apple Music’s Zane Lowe about growing up in public and the emotional journey behind her first solo album, Petals for Armor . (5/6/2020)
May 28, 2020•46 min•Ep. 6
Justin Bieber
To mark the release of Changes , his first album since 2015’s Purpose , Justin Bieber opens up to Apple Music’s Zane Lowe about how his faith and his relationship with new wife Hailey Baldwin saved his life and inspired him to make music again. (2/15/2020)
May 28, 2020•46 min•Ep. 5
Kanye West, Part 2
In part two of Zane Lowe’s wide-ranging interview with Kanye West at his ranch in Wyoming, the rapper gets candid about his struggles with mental health. He explains how the changes he made in his personal life are reflected in the making of JESUS IS KING , his first release since fully embracing Christianity. (10/24/2019)
May 28, 2020•46 min•Ep. 4
Kanye West, Part 1
On October 22, 2019, Zane Lowe traveled to Kanye West’s ranch in Cody, Wyoming. On the eve of the release of his ninth solo project JESUS IS KING , West talked openly about his newfound faith, his hopes and fears for the future, and his entrepreneurship—including his efforts to build sustainable manufacturing in the US for his Yeezy brand. (10/24/2019)
May 28, 2020•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 3
Selena Gomez
The singer opens up to Zane about her personal tribulations and how they factored into the making of her third album, Rare . (1/13/2020)
May 28, 2020•47 min•Ep. 2
Billie Eilish
The singer-songwriter details WHEN WE ALL FALL ASLEEP, WHERE DO WE GO? Stream the album on Apple Music: http://apple.co/billie .
Apr 10, 2019•50 min•Ep. 1
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