Thursday May 30, 2024

Surprise Cast #59 Andrew Rose

Welcome to another engaging episode of Surprise Cast! In this special installment, I sit down with the talented Andrew Rose, a musician, and mastering engineer, to delve into his fascinating life and career. Broadcasting from a picturesque village in southwest France, Andrew brings a unique blend of stories and insights from his diverse experiences.

Listeners will be captivated by Andrew's anecdotes about his childhood, his early musical inspirations ("My mum was very musical, that meant there was music in the house...we had a piano which I learned to play") from late-night BBC radio shows (John Peel), and his initial forays into songwriting. He shares touching stories about his supportive parents ("they didn't object to me going on and studying music at university"), his musical endeavors with a childhood neighbor, and the pivotal moments that shaped his career.

Andrew shares his journey from working at the BBC in London to living in a serene French village for the past 20 years. He reveals his deep connection with music, stemming from a childhood filled with musical influences, and his evolution into a musician and mastering engineer. The episode takes a deep dive into the Art and Science of Happiness, written by Arthur C. Brooks and Oprah Winfrey's book, "Build the Life You Want." Focusing on three pillars of happiness—family, friendship/collaboration and work—Andrew reflects on his personal and professional life.

The conversation transitions into Andrew's thoughts on collaboration and friendship within the music industry. He highlights the importance of supportive relationships, recounting memorable collaborations and/or conversations with friends like Mary Wayer (Even As We Speak), members of Slowdive, and Robin Guthrie (Cocteau Twins).

The episode delves into his Callière recent work, including the latest album "Fade," which was born out of a period of intense personal reflection and creative exploration. Andrew candidly shares the emotional journey behind the album, discussing how a misdiagnosis led to a burst of creativity and introspection. He provides insights into the recording process, the challenges he faced, and the triumphs that emerged from this deeply personal project.

Listeners are treated to an exclusive listening session of two tracks from "Fade"—the hauntingly beautiful title track and the epic closing song "Open My Eyes." Andrew provides the backstory and creative process behind these tracks, offering a glimpse into his artistic mind.

Join us for this intimate and inspiring conversation with Andrew Rose, where music, emotion, and creativity intertwine to create a compelling narrative. Check out his work on Bandcamp and Spotify, and immerse yourself in the sonic landscapes he crafts with such passion and dedication. "And you kind of get that respect that people know what you're talking about." He certainly does...not a false note in his remarkable stories.

Surprise Cast #59 Andrew Rose

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