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    Noise and Affection

    You know that friend that's always sharing a new playlist or telling you about yet another band or artist they've discovered? Well that's me, Candace your new favorite genre-less music fan, and host of the Noise & Affection Podcast, where I interview some of my favorite artists and discuss all the music that I love and am currently listening to! Think of every episode as one big narrated playlist, with a special guest. Noise & Affection is a place for the sounds you love. Whether you're a fan of indie rock, k-pop, hip hop or mainstream pop, all sounds co-exist here.
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    Episodes (19)

    SEASON 2 FINALE: INTERVIEW WITH TALEEN KALI, PLUS NEW MUSIC FROM IVE, BAD OMENS & MORE

    SEASON 2 FINALE: INTERVIEW WITH TALEEN KALI, PLUS NEW MUSIC FROM IVE, BAD OMENS & MORE

    Let's discuss some of my favorite  music by artists like IVE,  Nothing More, Jaehyun of NCT, and more!

    Plus I got to sit down with genre-bending  rock artist, Taleen Kali, to discuss everything from being inspired by recent political movements and kicking off a new tour, to working with Jeff Schroeder of the Smashing Pumpkins on her upcoming album!

    To hear all the artists mentioned in this episode, be sure to check out this episode's Spotify playlist!

    Want to learn more about this episode's special guest, Tom Moran?
    Click here to listen to her new single "Flower of Life" on Spotify!
    And be sure to check out the music video on YouTube.
    Also, check him out on Instagram: @taleenkali


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    Host IG: @candacedickerson_
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    Noise and Affection
    en-usSeptember 02, 2022

    Interview with Tom Moran, Plus New Music From Enhypen, J-Hope of BTS, Pop Etc., Fireboy DML and More!

    Interview with Tom Moran, Plus New Music From Enhypen, J-Hope of BTS, Pop Etc., Fireboy DML and More!

    Let's discuss some of my favorite  music by artists like Enhypen,  Tiwa Savage, J-Hope, Pop Etc., and more!

    Plus I got to sit down with indie singer-songwriter Tom Moran to discuss everything from high school talent shows, overcoming addiction, and animating his first music video!

    To hear all the artists mentioned in this episode, be sure to check out this episode's Spotify playlist!

    Want to learn more about this episode's special guest, Tom Moran?
    Click here to listen to his single "Oh Darling" on Spotify!
    And be sure to check out the music video on YouTube.
    Also, check him out on Instagram: @tommorantunes


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    Host IG: @candacedickerson_
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    Noise and Affection
    en-usJuly 20, 2022

    Interview with Michael McManus of Gamblers Plus New Music from Arcade Fire, Tomorrow X Together, Interpol, and more!

    Interview with Michael McManus of Gamblers Plus New Music from Arcade Fire, Tomorrow X Together, Interpol, and more!

    Let's discuss some of my favorite new music by artists like Interpol, Le Sserafim, The Arcade Fire, and more!

    Plus I got to sit down with the Michael McManus of the indie/alternative band, Gamblers, to discuss everything from prepping for their biggest show yet, lineup changes, and  thriving through the pandemic. We also get the exclusive an upcoming project!

    To hear all the artists mentioned in this episode, be sure to check out this episode's Spotify playlist!

    Want to learn more about this episode's special guest, Gamblers?
    Click here to listen to his new single on Spotify!
    Also, check him out on Instagram: @gamblersbaby


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    Host IG: @candacedickerson_
    Podcast IG: @noiseandaffectionpodcast

    Noise and Affection
    en-usMay 11, 2022

    Male Vocalist Special: Interview with Thomas Kavanagh, plus Nothing More, Ateez, The Weeknd, and more!

    Male Vocalist Special: Interview with Thomas Kavanagh, plus Nothing More, Ateez, The Weeknd, and more!

    Let's discuss some of my favorite male vocalists including artists like Metallica’s James Hetfield, Taemin, The Weeknd, Nothing More’s Jonny Hawkins and  more!

    Plus I got to sit down with the U.K. based singer-songwriter Thomas Kavanagh about his creative process, evolution as an artist, and of course his new single, “Changing”!

    To hear all the artists mentioned in this episode, be sure to check out this episode's Spotify playlist!

    Want to learn more about this episode's special guest,  Thomas Kavanagh?
    Click here to listen to his new single on Spotify!
    Also, check him out on Instagram: @thomaskavmusic


    Be sure to visit Noise and Affection Podcast on Instagram! We love to hear from you!
    Host IG: @candacedickerson_
    Podcast IG: @noiseandaffectionpodcast

    Noise and Affection
    en-usApril 29, 2022

    Interview with Mel Taevin, Plus I Discuss New Music from Tauren Wells, Stray Kids, The Weeknd, Camila Cabello and More!

    Interview with Mel Taevin, Plus I Discuss New Music from Tauren Wells, Stray Kids, The Weeknd, Camila Cabello and More!

    Let's discuss some of my favorite music from artists like Tauren Wells, Camila Cabello, IVE, The Weeknd, Stray Kids, and more!

    Plus I got to sit down with the L.A based indie singer-songwriter Mel Taevin, to discuss mental health, expressing grief through art, the #stopasianhate movement and more!  We also gush over our favorite k-pop group and dive into all the details of her upcoming ep!

    To hear all the songs mentioned in this episode, plus even more of what I've been loving and listening to, be sure to check out this episode's Spotify playlist!

    Want to learn more about this episode's special guest,  Mel Taevin?
    Click here to listen to her music on Spotify!
    Also, check her out on Instagram: @sadsongmel



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    Host IG: @candacedickerson_
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    Trigger Warning: Topics such as suicide, mental health discussed on this episode.

    Noise and Affection
    en-usApril 11, 2022

    Interview with Darryl Hoffman, Plus I Discuss New Music From Stray Kids, NCT Dream, The Wrecks, and More!

    Interview with Darryl Hoffman, Plus I Discuss New Music From Stray Kids, NCT Dream, The Wrecks, and More!

    Let's discuss some of my favorite music from artists like Stray Kids, Red Velvet, Bob Moses, NCT Dream, and more!
    Plus I got to sit down with musician, composer, and DJ, Darryl Hoffman to discuss burnout, overcoming imposter syndrome, being a global composer, and all things creative!

    To hear all the songs mentioned in this episode, plus even more of what I've been loving and listening to, be sure to check out this episode's Spotify playlist!

    Want to learn more about this episode's special guest,  Darryl Hoffman?
    Check him out on Instagram: @soundprovider_d




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    Host IG: @candacedickerson_
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    Interview with Danny McMahon, Revisiting Hanson's "Mmmbop" + Music From Doja Cat, Ateez, and more!

    Interview with Danny McMahon, Revisiting Hanson's "Mmmbop" + Music From Doja Cat, Ateez, and more!

    Let's discuss some of my favorite music from artists like Ateez, Doja Cat, Hanson, Little Mix, NCT, and more!

    Plus I got to sit down for a second time with award-winning UK country-pop artist, producer, and songwriter, Danny McMahon to discuss healing from heartbreak, mental health, and all the details of his new ep, Senses, which is out now!

    To hear all the songs mentioned in this episode, plus even more of what I've been loving and listening to, be sure to check out this episode's Spotify playlist!

    Want to learn more about this episode's special guest,  Danny  McMahon?
    Click here to listen to the latest single and title track from the ep, Senses, on Spotify!
    Also, check him out on Instagram: @dannymcmahonuk




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    Host IG: @candacedickerson_
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    Interview with Red Green Blue, plus music from Taeyeon, Avril Lavigne, NCT's Mark Lee, and more...

    Interview with Red Green Blue, plus music from Taeyeon, Avril Lavigne, NCT's Mark Lee, and more...

    Let's discuss some of my favorite new music from artists like NCT's Mark Lee, Taeyeon, and Avril Lavigne , plus some throwbacks from Big Sean and Post Malone!

    I also got to catch up with alternative rock artist Red Green Blue to talk about everything from his artistic vision and creative process to grief and mental health!
    Want to learn more about this episode's special guest,  Red Green Blue?
    Click here to listen to more of his music on Spotify!
    Also, check him out on Instagram: @officialredgreenblue

    To hear all the songs mentioned in this episode, plus even more of what I've been loving and listening to, be sure to check out this episode's Spotify playlist!




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    Host IG: @candacedickerson_
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    Trigger Warning:  Sensitive subjects and scenarios surrounding mental health and mental illness are discussed in this episode.

    Noise and Affection
    en-usFebruary 15, 2022

    TOP 20 SONGS OF 2021 FT NCT 127, THE WEEKND, AESPA, DOJA CAT, GLASS ANIMALS & MORE

    TOP 20 SONGS OF 2021 FT NCT 127, THE WEEKND, AESPA, DOJA CAT, GLASS ANIMALS & MORE

    On the season 1 finale, I discuss 20 of my favorite songs of 2021  by artists like Twenty One Pilots,  Aespa,  Doja Cat, Seventeen,  TXT, Chevelle, and more! Check it out!


    To hear all the songs mentioned in this episode, plus even more of what I've been loving and listening to, be sure to check out this episode's Spotify playlist!



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    Host IG: @candacedickerson_
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    Interview with Kelsey Bovey, plus NCT 127, Taylor Swift, Everglow, Joshua Bassett and more

    Interview with Kelsey Bovey, plus NCT 127, Taylor Swift, Everglow, Joshua Bassett and more

    Let's discuss some of my favorite new music from artists like NCT 127, Taylor Swift, Chungha, WayV, Willow Smith, and more!

    Plus I got to catch up with UK Country Pop artist Kelsey Bovey to talk about everything from being a woman in the music industry, uplifting fans through music,  to heartbreak, and of course, her new single, "Vinyl" which is already #1 on the UK Country Itunes Chart!

    Want to learn more about this episode's special guest,  Kelsey Bovey?
    Click here to listen to more of her music on Spotify!
    Also, check her out on Instagram: @kelseyboveyuk

    To hear all the songs mentioned in this episode, plus even more of what I've been loving and listening to, be sure to check out this episode's Spotify playlist!



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    Host IG: @candacedickerson_
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    Songs That Help Me Feel My Feelings, Ft. Tomorrow X Together, Shawn Mendes, and more!

    Songs That Help Me Feel My Feelings, Ft. Tomorrow X Together, Shawn Mendes, and more!

    Mental and emotional health are very real and very important! And on this episode, I discuss songs that help me truly feel and process all the emotions I feel including, but not limited to everything from grief and anxiety to anger and creative frustration.  There's truly a song for every moment and emotion! So tune in as we talk about tracks from Shawn Mendes, Iggy Azalea, Tomorrow X Together, The Band Camino and more, that help me get through those hard moments!

    To hear all the songs mentioned in this episode, plus even more of what I've been loving and listening to, be sure to check out this episode's Spotify playlist!




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    Host IG: @candacedickerson_
    Podcast IG: @noiseandaffectionpodcast



    Noise and Affection
    en-usNovember 29, 2021

    THE UK MUSIC SPECIAL: Interview with Danny McMahon, plus Coldplay x BTS, Ella Mai, Radiohead & More!

    THE UK MUSIC SPECIAL: Interview with Danny McMahon, plus Coldplay x BTS, Ella Mai, Radiohead & More!

    Let's discuss some of my favorite music coming out of the UK right now from artists like Dua Lipa, Radiohead, Ella Mai, Coldplay x BTS, and more!

    Plus I got to sit down with award-winning UK country-pop artist, producer, and songwriter, Danny McMahon to discuss his musical influences, defining moments in his career, and his upcoming single " Lights of Our Hometown", which will be out October 22!  But if you can't wait until then, click here to pre-order the single now!

    To hear all the songs mentioned in this episode, plus even more of what I've been loving and listening to, be sure to check out this episode's Spotify playlist!

    Want to learn more about this episode's special guest,  Danny  McMahon?
    Click here to listen to more of his music on Spotify!
    Also, check him out on Instagram: @dannymcmahonuk




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    Host IG: @candacedickerson_
    Podcast IG: @noiseandaffectionpodcast


    Interview with LIONLION, plus I discuss music by Blackpink's Lisa, Supertired, NCT 127 and more

    Interview with LIONLION, plus I discuss music by Blackpink's Lisa, Supertired, NCT 127 and more

    In this episode, I talk with the German-based alternative rock band, LIONLION about touring, the ups and downs of being an artist,  producing amazing music videos, and more!
    With a combination of styles reminiscent of bands that I love like, Radiohead, Keane,  Mutemath, and Copeland, it's no wonder why this band is so popular! And they have the most amazing music videos! So I was so excited to have the opportunity to chat with them about it all!

    I also discuss the new solo debut from Blackpink's Lisa, as well as some of my favorite new music by artists like Supertired and Jessie James Decker plus some of my favorite not-so-new music by Bans and Steelz, Tame Impala, and more. 
    But of course, I couldn't fit it all into this episode, so be sure to check out this episode's Spotify Playlist for all of the music mentioned, plus more songs I've had on repeat from artists like Ateez!

    Learn more about this episode's guest, LIONLION:
    Visit the band's website 
    Also check them out on Instagram: @lionlionmusic
    LIONLION's latest single "What Remains"  is now available on iTunes

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    Host IG: @candacedickerson_
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    THE K-POP EPISODE..... RED VELVET, STRAY KIDS, TXT, Brave GIRLS and MORE!!!

    THE K-POP EPISODE..... RED VELVET, STRAY KIDS, TXT, Brave GIRLS and MORE!!!

    Let's talk K-POP! The last few weeks have been FILLED with incredible new K-Pop releases from artists including Stray Kids, Red Velvet, WayV, Sunmi and more! Plus, a new album from Blackpink's Lisa!!  I discuss it all on this episode!!






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    Swedish House Mafia, Post Malone, Monsta X, Doja Cat, Twenty One Pilots and More

    Swedish House Mafia, Post Malone, Monsta X, Doja Cat, Twenty One Pilots and More

    Let's discuss new music by Swedish House Mafia, Post Malone, Seventeen , Doja Cat and more. Plus my thoughts on BTS BBC Radio 1 and my favorite Lollapalooza performances so far!

    Check out the new  Spotify Playlist to hear all the songs mentioned in this episode!


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    Host IG: @candacedickerson_
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    BTS, Tyler The Creator, Half Alive, Seventeen, and more...PLUS Interview with Drill artist, Play Amōr

    BTS, Tyler The Creator, Half Alive, Seventeen, and more...PLUS Interview with Drill artist, Play Amōr

     Two millenials discuss music and the legal system, life in South Korea, Drill music, the collision of artistry & parenthood, and more...

    Plus ONEWE, TYLER THE CREATOR, HALF ALIVE, BTS & more..

    Learn more about this episode's guest, Play Amōr:
    IG: @play_amor
    Play Amōr's new single "Road Man" is now available on itunes
    Check out the video for Play Amōr's "Lock Up" here


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    Host IG: @candacedickerson_
    IG: @noiseandaffectionpodcast

    Interview with Better Livvin, plus I discuss Ateez, Sza, and more!

    Interview with Better Livvin, plus I discuss Ateez, Sza, and more!

    In this episode, I talk with  David Greenwood and Nick Terzic of  the  L.A. based, Alt Pop songwriter/producer duo , Better Livvin about unexpected success, the importance of pursuing your passions,  making music during a global pandemic, and more!
     
    Plus, I review some of my favoite new music by artists like Ateez, Sza,  The Knocks, and more.

    Want to hear more from Better Livvin? Check them out on  Spotify and Soundcloud to hear their new self-titled single!

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    Host IG: @candacedickerson_
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    Interview with Kurt Heasley of Lily's, plus I discuss Saweetie, Machine Gun Kelly and more

    Interview with Kurt Heasley of Lily's, plus I discuss Saweetie, Machine Gun Kelly and more

    Wanna hear a Millenial  and the leader of a Gen X indie rock band talk about BTS (yes, the k-pop group), Soundcloud rappers, and rediscovering yourself during a pandemic?  If so, tune in to this episode as I discuss all of these things and more with Kurt Heasley, founding member of the American indie rock band, Lilys in celebration of two brand new reissues from the band!
    To check out the  first ever vinyl reissue of "The 3 Way" by Lilys click here! And for more information on the reissue of Lilys' album "A Brief History of Amazing Letdowns "click here.


    I also review the latest music by NCT 127, Glass Animals, and more!


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    Host IG: @candacedickerson_
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    Noise and Affection
    en-usMarch 04, 2021