About this episode
Oisin Lunny interviews Andrew Melchior about the intersection of music, technology, and culture, exploring innovation and creativity in the industry.
On this episode of Audio Talks, host Oisin Lunny welcomes Andrew Melchior—technologist, artist, and creative collaborator with Massive Attack, Björk, and David Bowie—for a deep dive into the shifting ground beneath music, technology, and culture. From Manchester’s vibrant music scene to pioneering spatial audio and mixed reality, Andrew’s career is a journey through the edges of innovation. Together, they trace the arc from classical roots and analog synths to the digital frontiers of streaming, AI, and immersive experiences. Andrew shares candid stories of musical mentorship, band adventures, and the evolution from vinyl to virtual worlds—whether helping Elbow produce their first EP, launching BowieNet at EMI, or building Massive Attack’s experimental Phantom app that remixed music using heartbeats and motion sensors. The conversation explores the risks and possibilities of synthetic media, the rise of generative AI, and the urgent need to protect human creativity and cultural identity From sonifying cosmic radio bursts in a Finnish cathedral to advocating for climate-conscious touring, Andrew’s vision is rooted in sustaining human agency and meaning amidst rapid technological…
People in this episode
Host: Oisin Lunny
Guest: Andrew Melchior
Topics covered
- music
- technology
- culture
- innovation
- AI
- creativity
Keywords
- spatial audio
- mixed reality
- synthetic media
- generative AI
- climate-conscious touring
Mentioned in this episode
Products: BowieNet, Phantom, Massive Attack's Phantom app
Places: Manchester
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