Samuel T. Herring Future Islands
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Get ready for a deep, heartfelt talk with Samuel T. Herring, the spirited and dynamic frontman of the synth pop band Future Islands. Samuel's candidness will leave you thoughtful and inspired as he talks about his musical journey, the band's sudden rise to fame, personal struggles with addiction, and how he discovered his artistic voice through the likes of Marvin Gaye and John Coltrane.\\xa0
He talks with Paul about the effects of streaming services and social media on musicians. Additionally, he sheds light on the band's evolution and the challenges they faced while rising to stardom, including recording their first album amidst financial struggles, and the effect of constant touring on their songwriting process.\\xa0
As we conclude the conversation, Samuel opens up about his personal growth and self-reflection experienced during his journey. He speaks about how his music and lyrics have evolved to mirror his life changes. He further discusses his struggles with balancing his personal and professional life, underlining the importance of empathy and understanding in relationships. This episode will leave you with a deep understanding of the power of music, creativity, personal growth, and the resilience of the human spirit.
Presented and produced by Paul Hanford\\xa0
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Future Islands\\u2019 6th albium \\u2019People Who Aren't There Anymore\\u2019, out 26th January via 4AD.\\xa0
Current single, 'The Tower' is out now
Lost and Sound is proudly sponsored by Audio-Technica
Paul\\u2019s debut book, Coming To Berlin: Global Journeys Into An Electronic Music And Club Culture Capital is out now on Velocity Press. Click here to find out more.\\xa0
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