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Before The Chorus

Sofia Loporcaro

Before a song is released, a record is produced, or a chorus is written, the musicians that write them think. A lot. They live. A lot. And they feel. A LOT. Hosted by award-winning interviewer and radio host Sofia Loporcaro, Before the Chorus dives into the stories and experiences that shape these artists, and ultimately, the music we hear.

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43:55

Episode 111: Michi on 'Dirty Talk', embracing the...

Before The Chorus ·

2025/02/24

Michi's debut LP 'Dirty Talk' is all about healing from past relationships, giving both yourself & former partners grace, & getting agency back. Most importantly, it reminds that this process is imperfect. Be sure to listen to 'Dirty Talk', out February 28th 2025, wherever you stream or buy your music! Find Michi on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3Wpco0QNxrTY1Gnqo06J6P?si=0A9mRdUUTnyYM_HIqgL1Jg On Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/michi/1461424518 Instagram:

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51:57

Ep. 110: Michigander on 'Michigander', experiencing...

Before The Chorus ·

2025/02/17

On his debut, self-titled record, Michigander runs through a gamut of questions. It reckons with the existential qualms around turning 30, how to let the people we love be imperfect, & speaking up for what you believe in, regardless of who it might alienate. Be sure to listen to 'Michigander' wherever you stream or buy your music! Find Michigander on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0oL26Dn9y761yfJgNb3vfu On Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/michigander/1096482927 Instagram:

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36:02

Ep. 109: Nilüfer Yanya on 'My Method Actor', whether...

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2025/02/10

Nilüfer Yanya's 'My Method Actor' gets existential over angular grooves. Each song asks a multitude of questions, often using the concept of method acting as a lens to explore them. We discuss the connections between reality & art, setting new boundaries, & learning to trust your inner voice.Be sure to listen to 'My Method Actor' wherever you stream or buy your music! And get tickets for her US tour HERE: https://www.victoriacanal.com/tour Find Nilüfer on Spotify:

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The January 2025 Recap: Sofia shares the music & the...

Before The Chorus ·

2025/02/06

It's no secret that January 2025 has been rough for Los Angeles (And the US as a whole), but there were a few good moments that kept me going. I'm sharing a few of them here! Events & Artists mentioned: Open Folk LA: https://www.instagram.com/openfolkla/?hl=en Gilbert Louie Ray: https://open.spotify.com/artist/26UBas4xYeXIco2bWX3Xb5 Plus, check out previous episodes featuring artists that I saw perform this past month: Madison Cunningham:

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43:52

Ep. 108: Victoria Canal on ‘Slowly, It Dawns’, the...

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2025/02/03

Victoria Canal’s debut record ‘Slowly, It Dawns’ is a tale of unraveling in your twenties. Moving from stories of puppy love to existential spirals, it lets us sit with the early adulthood’s turbulence. Be sure to listen to 'Slowly, It Dawns' wherever you stream or buy your music! And get tickets for her US tour HERE: https://www.victoriacanal.com/tour Find Victoria on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2nE9x2JhbyjBVCaSnUGX3G?si=nmCJIGN_RJOWXbIk6DEcYg On Apple Music:

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42:58

Ep. 107: Niambi on 'Taboo', challenging tropes about...

Before The Chorus ·

2025/01/27

On 'Taboo', Niambi (who you may know as one half of the duo OSHUN) asks the uncomfortable questions out loud. She challenges our society's rigid views of motherhood, womanhood, relationships, friendships, & so much more. The EP forces us to look within ourselves &, just maybe, break free from convention.Be sure to listen to 'Taboo', wherever you stream or buy your music! Find Niambi on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/18VjYL567PiS4rphPwzWA6?si=7daKauvLQJSKmlmcnqOMVQ On Apple Music:

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47:00

Ep. 106: Mon Rovîa on 'Act 4: Atonement', the crooked...

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2025/01/20

On the final EP of a four-part set, 'Act Four: Atonement', Mon Rovîa is atoning, letting go & finding footing. He describes the four EPs as a hero's journey of sorts. This last chapter reminds us that love truly is our greatest healer, a salve for guilt, apathy & trauma.Be sure to listen to 'Act 4: Atonement', wherever you stream or buy your music! Find Mon Rovîa on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6pvai2QB2c0defVI0UTFos?si=qX3d1QdNQQiudglD8Q3iXg On Apple Music:

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11:55

Sofia Shares the Albums She's Excited for in 2025

Before The Chorus ·

2024/12/27

Over a four-part episode series, Sofia will be looking back on the music & memories of 2024, & looking forward to what 2025 has in store. On this episode, Sofia's shares the albums she's excited for in 2025.Albums mentioned: Ethel Cain - Perverts (Jan 8) Mon Rovia - Act 4: Atonement EP (Jan 10) Victoria Canal - Slowly, It Dawns (Jan 17) FKA twigs - EUSEXUA (Jan 24) The Weeknd - Hurry Up Tomorrow (Jan 24) Michigander - Michigander (Feb 7) Sharon Van Etten & The Attachment Theory - Sharon Van Etten

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Sofia Shares Her Artists To Watch in 2025

Before The Chorus ·

2024/12/23

Over a four-part episode series, Sofia will be looking back on the music & memories of 2024, & looking forward to what 2025 has in store. On this episode, we turn our eyes to the new year with Sofia's Artists To Watch In 2025. Links to artists mentioned: Tin Angel Apple: https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/tin-angel/1765244022 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7L3LoOLdiZ6RM4NEsH84nJ?si=BnRYMmJPQFCP9fEytA2-SA Divorce Apple: https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/divorce/1608076649 Spotify:

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41:53

Ep. 105: Local Natives on 'Time Will Wait For No One...

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2024/12/16

Local Natives have been on this podcast many times, & it is an honour to have them as the final guests of 2024. This is also a pivotal time for them: they have just released their final album with founding member Kelcey Ayer. We discuss the double (nay, triple) record, the unchanging love between the original five members, & supporting each other not just as bandmates, but as brothers.Be sure to listen to 'Time Will Wait For No One But I'll Wait For You', wherever you stream or buy your

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17:24

Sofia Shares Her Favourite Music Memories From 2024

Before The Chorus ·

2024/12/14

Over a four-part episode series, Sofia will be looking back on the music & memories of 2024, & looking forward to what 2025 has in store. On this episode, she shares her favourite music memories from the past year.Links to events & artists mentioned: Nu School Jamzz Open Folk LA The Beatle Jam James Spaite (guitar teacher) MICHELLE Red Rum Club Jamila Woods Madison McFerrin Night Talks Robin Pecknold / Fleet Foxes Subscribe: https://beforethechorus.bio.to/listen Sign up for our

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Sofia Shares Her Top 10 Albums of 2024

Before The Chorus ·

2024/12/10

Over a four-part episode series, Sofia will be looking back on the music & memories of 2024, & looking forward to what 2025 has in store. On this episode, she shares her eclectic AoTY list, & tells you why you should be listening to these incredible albums. Links to albums: Empress Of - For Your Consideration Orville Peck - Stampede Orlando Weeks - LOJA Clairo - Charm MICHELLE - Songs About You Specifically Abby Sage - The Rot Paris Paloma - Cacophony Fontaines D.C. - Romance Nilüfer

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Ep. 104: Georgia Parker on 'Same Time Tomorrow', &...

Before The Chorus ·

2024/12/03

Georgia Parker's debut record 'Same Time Tomorrow' examines relationships gained & lost with honesty - even when it's uncomfortable. In our conversation, she reflects on learning to speak up for herself, her love of nuance, & not letting a sad song shy away from truth.Be sure to listen to 'Same Time Tomorrow', wherever you stream or buy your music! Find Georgia on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4OGodtGAXXUvXC4mmJzZNf On Apple Music:

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Episode 103: Lucky Kilmartin

Before The Chorus ·

2024/11/18

Lucky Kilmartin's debut record 'Borders, Baby' is an ode to letting go & letting in. It's also a love letter to the people that he cares for most: his friends, his partner & his father.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Episode 102: Jonah Yano

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2024/11/04

Jonah Yano & the Heavy Loop is is a reflection on Jonah's most recent experiences. But even with its stream of consciousness-style writing, when we look closer, themes like desire, assimilation, & a need to belong emerge. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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36:12

Episode 101: Jake Isaac

Before The Chorus ·

2024/10/28

Jake Isaac's new record BENJAMIN takes us through all of life's highs & lows. From both celebrating & questioning one's faith, to sharing the stories of his Caribbean immigrant ancestors, Jake invites us into his world with open arms.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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51:30

Episode 100: Spencer Sutherland

Before The Chorus ·

2024/10/21

Spencer Sutherland's sophomore album, The Drama, is a rock opera centred around the highs and lows of the fame game. For the 100th episode of this podcast, Spencer & I spoke about ego deaths, the art of high camp, and the fact that, sometimes, a little bit of delusion is healthy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Episode 99: St. Lundi

Before The Chorus ·

2024/10/14

St. Lundi's debut album 'The Island' celebrates both the artist's journey away from home, & the home that was left behind. It recognizes that we can honour the place that we came from & the people that we love, while still pursuing our own path. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Episode 98: MICHELLE

Before The Chorus ·

2024/10/07

MICHELLE's infectious brand of pop yearning is in full force on 'Songs About You Specifically', but comes with a slight change to their process: the bulk of the record was written in Ojai, California instead of their hometown of New York City. We spoke about songwriting as a discipline, holding space for others to tell their stories, & so much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Episode 97: Nina Nesbitt

Before The Chorus ·

2024/09/30

I spoke with Nina Nesbitt about her latest record 'Mountain Music', which is all about re-connecting with home. We often look forward to leaving home when we're young, but later come to cherish it. Nina explores this journey on 'Mountain Music', & much more.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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