About this episode

The episode features an interview with Carl McIntosh, discussing his contributions to British soul music and the legacy of his work with Loose Ends.

Introducing Flowers — a brand new podcast series dedicated to giving people their flowers while they can still smell them. In this series, we celebrate the artists, creatives, and cultural icons whose talent, influence, and legacy continue to inspire generations. Through honest conversations, untold stories, career reflections, and deep dives into the music and moments that shaped the culture, Flowers shines a light on the people who deserve recognition for their contribution to the industry. For our very first episode, we’re honoured to welcome a true architect of modern British soul, R&B, funk, and contemporary music—songwriter, producer, musician, and recording artist Carl McIntosh , of the legendary band Loose Ends . Carl McIntosh helped create some of the most influential sounds of the 1980s and beyond, delivering timeless classics that continue to inspire artists, producers, DJs, songwriters, and music lovers around the world. His groundbreaking work with Loose Ends helped define British soul music and left an undeniable mark on the global music industry. In this exclusive interview, we’ll discuss Carl’s journey through the music business, the evolution of songwriting…

People in this episode

Guest: Carl McIntosh

Topics covered

• music industry
• soul music
• R&B
• interview
• artist legacy
• songwriting

Keywords

• Carl McIntosh
• Loose Ends
• British soul
• R&B
• music production
• songwriting
• 1980s music

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Loose Ends

Books & works: Flowers Podcast

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