The 405 Exchange
By The 405
The 405 ExchangeAug 03, 2016
The Last Episode
RIP.
Kate Nash on why you should never Underestimate The Girl
A chat with the legendary Kate Nash.
Kojey Radical on the truth behind Cashmere Tears
A few weeks back, Kojey Radical played his first-ever US show at Brooklyn’s National Sawdust, hosted by the magnificent COLORS Studios.
Jason Swinscoe (of The Cinematic Orchestra) on why art needs the outside world
Jason is one half of The Cinematic Orchestra and is today’s guest on the podcast.
Prateek Kuhad on the importance of serving a song
Ken Grand-Pierre met up with Prateek during a busy tour to discuss his passion for music, how he stays inspired, and why he finds it important to infuse honesty in everything that he does.
The 405 Exchange: Overcoats on the freedom of being unapologetic
This marks Overcoats second time on the podcast, together with Ken Grand-Pierre they discuss the importance of being ferocious and true to yourself (and art) and why 2020 will be an important year for them.
Circa Waves on why ambition isn’t a dirty word
Ken Grand-Pierre met up 3/4's of the band (Kieran Shudall, Sam Rourke and Colin Jones) for a nice long chat.
Sinéad Harnett on the emotions of Lessons In Love
We discuss the journey behind Lessons In Love.
David Keenan on the artistry of A Beginners Guide to Bravery
Ken Grand-Pierre met you with Keenan while he was in the midst of a residency at New York’s Irish Arts Center.
Wrabel on the colourful evolution of his songwriting
Ken Grand-Pierre met up with Wrabel on one of the last sunny days in New York.
The 405 Exchange: ROE on the joys of her unexpected year
On this episode of the podcast, Ken Grand-Pierre chats with ROE about her year, the stories behind her standout songs, and what we can expect from her in 2020.
Anthony Mulcahy on how photography saved his life
If you’re in New York, be sure to come out to his first exhibition which will be taking place at the Beal Bocht in the Bronx on December 13th.
Alex Cameron on the complexities behind Miami Memory
Ken Grand-Pierre met up with Alex (and unexpectedly Alex’s music and business partner, Roy Molloy) to discuss how Miami Memory came to be and the ways it’s a true step forward.
Brandon Blaine (of Plague Vendor) on distilling chaos into art
Ken Grand-Pierre linked up with Brandon before the band played to a massive crowd at Brooklyn’s Rough Trade.
Ariana and the Rose breaks down Constellations Phase 1 (track-by-track)
Ariana discusses creativity, the stories behind every song on Constellations Phase 1, and what we can hope to hear in Constellations Phase 2.
Pillow Queens on why they’ll conquer your world
Ken Grand-Pierre linked up with the band to dive into their story.
Dermot Kennedy on his never-ending resilience
Ken Grand-Pierre chats caught up with Dermot once again.
VÉRITÉ on the artistic growth of New Skin
Ken Grand-Pierre caught up with VÉRITÉ to discuss new music, evolving her craft, and what we can expect from her next.
The Shadowboxers on taking their next big steps
Ken Grand-Pierre met up with the band ahead of their sold-out show at Rough Trade to find out what they’ll be doing next.
Ed Lay (of Editors) on why Black Gold isn’t a greatest hits album
Ken Grand-Pierre caught up with his old friend, Editors drummer Ed Lay, to discuss Black Gold and the bands ever-evolving career.
Sacha Lecca on being the (deputy) photo editor of Rolling Stone
Ken Grand-Pierre chats with Sacha about his early life, the musicians he’s worked with and what it’s actually like to be the deputy photo editor at one of the most important magazines in the world.
Surf Curse on how films inspired Heaven Surrounds You
Ken Grand-Pierre met up with the band ahead of a sold-out show at Brooklyn’s Rough Trade to explore their love of film and why it was crucial to the making of Heaven Surrounds You.
Friendly Fires on reminding people to dance with Inflorescent
Ken Grand-Pierre met up with Friendly Fires frontman Ed Macfarlane and guitarist Edd Gibson to explore why that hiatus lasted so long, the work that went into Inflorescent and how you can still be introspective on the dance floor.
Berhana on why HAN is a soundtrack
Ken Grand-Pierre met with Berhana to discuss a love of films, the work that went into HAN, touring Asia and much more.
Fink on the craftsmanship of Bloom Innocent
Ken Grand-Pierre met up with Fink during his first US tour in years to discuss how Bloom Innocent came to be.
Dodie on the emotional nuance of Human
Ken Grand-Pierre chatted with Dodie about touring the US and how life has been since releasing her latest project, Human.
Leah Fay and Peter Dreimanis (of July Talk) on subverting all expectations
Ken Grand-Pierre met up with singers Leah Fay and Peter Dreimanis to discuss where the band is currently at with their artistry.
The 405 Exchange: Starcrawler on why they will Devour You
The band share the work that’s gone into their second album, Devour You, why the live show is so important, and the ethos that drives their band forward.
Ellis Ludwig-Leone (of San Fermin) chats the origins of The Cormorant
On this episode of the podcast, Ken Grand-Pierre chats with band-leader Ellis Ludwig-Leone about line-up changes, writing in Iceland, the ways this album is different, and what it really feels like to have a documentary made about you.
PUP on kicking your ass on Morbid Stuff
Ken Grand-Pierre met up with frontman Stefan Babcock and drummer Zack Mykula ahead of a sold-out show at New York’s Terminal 5.
Patrick Willems on directing movies and the influence of culture
Patrick Willems on film analysis in 2019, what audiences bring to the table as viewers, how his parents got involved in his videos and much more.
Kate Tempest on crafting The Book of Traps and Lessons
The album has been hailed as her most personal body of work to date, though is that really the case? On this episode of the podcast our host Ken Grand-Pierre chats with Kate to figure it out.
The 405 Exchange: We Are Scientists on 50 years of With Love & Squalor
Keith Murray and Chris Cain sit with their old friend Ken Grand-Pierre to chat about the 2005 album that changed their lives forever.
Guy Eppel on his photography career and Adam Green exhibition
Guy joins Ken to talk about his career in music photography and his solo-exhibition, Honor by Honest, He Fell Down Upon Us.
Gold Child on country music and being a wilful student
On this episode of the podcast, Gold Child sat down with Ken Grand-Pierre to discuss the importance of carving a path that’s true to her interests, how she became infatuated with country music, and what she plans to do post album release.
Sam Fender on trying to make sense of the world on Hypersonic Missiles
On this episode of the podcast, Sam Fender sat down with Ken Grand-Pierre to discuss not only being an artist, but what it’s like being a young human being in 2019.
Tei Shi on stepping into the light & finding new inspirations
Ken Grand-Pierre vs. Tei Shi.
Abraham Alexander shares the stories behind his life and upcoming EP (track-by-track)
On this episode of the podcast, Alexander chats with Ken Grand-Pierre about his life and gives a track-by-track breakdown of his soulful new EP.
Love Fame Tragedy (aka Matthew Murphy) on why this isn’t a solo project
No comeback required.
Tyler Blint-Welsh on photography and the craft of storytelling
Ken Grand-Pierre sat down with Tyler to discuss how film photography became important to him and why that word, empathy, means so much to him.
Tabby Wakes on why music is her life
Ken Grand-Pierre meets Tabby to discuss what it’s like to build a studio, craft a music career and bringing a project to life.
The 405 Exchange: Alex Lahey on building The Best of Luck Club
Ken Grand-Pierre welcomes Lahey back on the podcast (for a second time) to chat about how her new album came to be.
AJ Haynes (of Seratones) on why identity feeds into art
Ken Grand-Pierre talks to Haynes about working on album number two.
Samm Henshaw on making music for the cookouts
On this episode of the podcast, Ken Grand-Pierre linked up with Henshaw to discuss how he made these new songs and what people can expect from him next.
Audrey on the new generation of artists
Her tracks are brimming with confidence and experimental instrumentation, which she delves into on this episode of the podcast with Ken Grand-Pierre.
Joseph on the making of Good Luck, Kid
While on a recent New York trip, Ken Grand-Pierre met up with sisters Natalie Closner Schepman, Allison Closner and Meegan Closner to find out how this new album came to be.
Shura on getting intimate with forevher
Ken Grand-Pierre chats with Shura about her writing process, the "dreaded sophomore album", and how being in love has proven to be a positive influence towards her creativity.
The War And Treaty on their story and living with truth
Ken Grand-Pierre met with the duo to discuss the birth of The War and Treaty, why building their career had to happen and how their emotional album (Healing Tide) came to be.
Sons of an Illustrious Father on spreading love with their art
On this episode of the podcast, Ken Grand-Pierre met up with the band to discuss why art means so much to them.
Sulene on shining bright like a Diamond
On this episode of the podcast, Ken Grand-Pierre talks to his friend Sulene about the experiences that helped her produce her best work yet.