The Music Folder #19 Daniel MillerIn the new episode of our podcast series The Music Folder, we talked to Daniel Miller, the visionary founder of Mute Records, a label that has been at the forefront of electronic music for over four decades, in conversation with with NTS Radio host, musician, and musicologist Francesco Fusaro.The conversation explores Daniel Miller’s deep connection to the evolving world of sound, from his early days in London’s independent music scene to his current collaborations with forward-thinking electronic artists. It highlights Mute’s ventures into instrument design, Miller’s passion for modular synthesis, and the creative potential of these tools. The conversation also touches on cities as cultural memory devices, with Berlin as a key example of transformation and legacy. Finally, it reflects on the evolving role of record labels in 2025 and how Mute continues to support artists in an era of increasing creative independence.This episode was realized in partnership with INNER_SPACES and San Fedele Musica. Interview by Francesco Fusaro, 11/02/2025The Music Folder is a talk series curated by Archivio Storico Ricordi, investigating the intersection of music, memory, and the arts.
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The Music Folder #18 Mike Paradinas
The Music Folder #18 Mike ParadinasIn the new episode of our podcast series The Music Folder, we are delighted to host Mike Paradinas, best known as μ-Ziq, a pioneering figure in electronic music and founder of Planet Mu, in conversation with semiotician Gabriele Marino.Paradinas reflects on the concepts of the hardcore continuum, nostalgia and tradition, his early years in the breakbeat scene, and his collaborations with Aphex Twin and Luke Vibert. He also shares insights into the challenges of running an independent label today, from navigating the shifting landscape of digital music to balancing artistic vision with the realities of the industry.This episode was realized in partnership with INNER_SPACES and San Fedele Musica. Interview by Gabriele Marino, 04/02/2025The Music Folder is a talk series curated by Archivio Storico Ricordi, investigating the intersection of music, memory, and the arts.
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The Music Folder #17 Demdike Stare
The Music Folder #17 Demdike Stare
Interview by Gaetano Scippa, 13/01/2025
In this episode of our podcast series The Music Folder, we are delighted to host English electronic music duo Demdike Stare, in conversation with music journalist Gaetano Scippa.
Demdike Stare share their roots and the genesis of their journey, from local folklore to their deep love for soundtracks and (Italian) library music particularly the works of Piero Umiliani and Nora Orlandi - which are all about atmosphere. The conversation touches on their perception of music as a whole, beyond genres, during the 1990s, when they were inspired by revolutionary mixtapes from DJ Hype and Coldcut, the intersection of techno and hip-hop productions, seminal labels like Mo’ Wax and Warp, and their explorations of global sounds. Miles Whittaker and Sean Canty admit they still feel naive yet enthusiastic about discovering new music today, refusing to align with any specific movement.
Episode realized in partnership with INNER_SPACES and San Fedele Musica.
The Music Folder is a talk series, curated by Archivio Storico Ricordi, which investigates the intersection of music, memory, and arts.
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The Music Folder #16 Shackleton
The Music Folder #16 Shackleton
Interview by Gaetano Scippa, 5/11/2024
The Music Folder is a talk series, curated by Archivio Storico Ricordi, which investigates the intersection of music, memory, and arts.
In this episode of our podcast series The Music Folder, we are delighted to host English electronic producer Shackleton, in conversation with music journalist Gaetano Scippa.
This dialogue delves into the creation of psychedelic soundscapes and trance-like rituals, exploring the power of repetition and polyrhythms as elements that seep into memory. Together, they discuss the uncalculated drive to overwhelm the listener, the sound sources that have shaped Shackleton’s personal archive, and the art of sampling. The conversation also touches on the significance of collaborations, as well as the role of technology and AI in shaping the future of music.
Episode realized in partnership with INNER_SPACES and San Fedele Musica.
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The Music Folder #15 Fennesz
The Music Folder #15 Fennesz
Interview by Francesco Tenaglia, 24/9/2024
The Music Folder is a talk series, curated by Archivio Storico Ricordi, which investigates the intersection of music, memory, and arts.
In this episode of our podcast series The Music Folder we are pleased to present the Austrian producer and guitarist Christian Fennesz, in conversation with the critic Francesco Tenaglia.
The conversation explores Fennesz’s creative and compositional process, examining how the mixing phase becomes a form of sculpture. It also delves into his reworking of Gustav Mahler for a commission from the Viennese Cultural Institute in New York. Other key topics include the punk attitude of early glitch music, and the graphic design of his album covers by Jon Wozencroft, with the recurring theme of sea and water. The discussion also touches on unexpected connections, from Charli XCX to Adriano Celentano.
Episode realized in partnership with INNER_SPACES and San Fedele Musica. Ph. Carsten Nicolai.
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