Show Notes
In this episode of Start Here, Alexis Ffrench explores the world of Experimental music with author and broadcaster Elizabeth Alker.
Together, they unpack a genre that is often difficult to define, but hugely influential across modern music. From early pioneers working with tape machines and found sound, to the ways experimental ideas have shaped artists like The Beatles and beyond, this episode reveals how boundary-pushing creativity has continually reshaped what music can be.
They discuss the mindset behind experimental music, its relationship with technology and innovation, and why it continues to challenge how we listen and think about sound.
Whether you are completely new to the genre or looking to understand it more deeply, this is a fascinating introduction to one of music’s most innovative and far-reaching worlds.
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