In Episode 5 of The Bridge: Music, War & Peace, Neil McCormick sits down with Fela Kuti — legendary Nigerian musician, Afrobeat pioneer, and outspoken political activist — for a powerful and wide-ranging conversation about the role of music as both a mirror and a catalyst in times of struggle. Together, they explore how rhythm, message, and legacy can challenge injustice, awaken awareness, and foster hope in a fractured world. Fela shares his philosophy of using music as a “bitter medicin...
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In Episode 5 of The Bridge: Music, War & Peace, Neil McCormick sits down with Fela Kuti — legendary Nigerian musician, Afrobeat pioneer, and outspoken political activist — for a powerful and wide-ranging conversation about the role of music as both a mirror and a catalyst in times of struggle. Together, they explore how rhythm, message, and legacy can challenge injustice, awaken awareness, and foster hope in a fractured world. Fela shares his philosophy of using music as a “bitter medicin...
In Episode 5 of The Bridge: Music, War & Peace, Neil McCormick sits down with Fela Kuti — legendary Nigerian musician, Afrobeat pioneer, and outspoken political activist — for a powerful and wide-ranging conversation about the role of music as both a mirror and a catalyst in times of struggle. Together, they explore how rhythm, message, and legacy can challenge injustice, awaken awareness, and foster hope in a fractured world. Fela shares his philosophy of using music as a “bitter medicin...
In Episode 4 of The Bridge: Music, War & Peace, Neil McCormick is joined by Gary Kemp - songwriter, guitarist, and founding member of Spandau Ballet - for a candid and personal exploration of the intersection between art and conflict. Reflecting on a formative trip to Belfast in 1981, Kemp recalls the powerful emotions surrounding the band’s decision to perform “Through the Barricades” in a city scarred by division. The conversation delves into the risks artists face when taking political...
In Episode 3 of The Bridge: Music, War & Peace, Neil McCormick is joined by Mike Scott - founder, frontman, and driving force behind The Waterboys - for a wide-ranging conversation on creativity, spirituality and the power of music to shift perception. With over 80 musicians having passed through The Waterboys’ ever-evolving lineup, Scott reflects on the diplomacy of leadership, the challenges of staying true to a vision, the band’s new album 'Life, Death and Dennis Hopper', and the role ...
In the second episode of The Bridge: Music, War & Peace, acclaimed music journalist Neil McCormick sits down with Norwegian singer, songwriter, and producer AURORA for a powerful, no-holds-barred conversation at the intersection of music and global impact. From her early discovery that “music was the first thing I stumbled upon that made me understand… I can find meaning with life,” to her unfiltered insights on creativity, peace, and personal liberation, AURORA opens up like never before...
Sir Bob Geldof — Music as a Force for Change In the debut episode of Music, War & Peace, music journalist, broadcaster, and author Neil McCormick sits down with legendary Irish musician and activist Sir Bob Geldof for a powerful, no-holds-barred conversation about the intersection of music and global impact. From the explosive birth of Live Aid to its unprecedented influence on international consciousness, Bob reflects on the moments that sparked a global movement — and how music be...
🎙️ Music, War & Peace Podcast Hosted by Neil McCormick | Presented by The Bridge What if a song could end a war — or spark a revolution of hope? Welcome to our Music, War & Peace podcast, a powerful conversation series where renowned British music journalist Neil McCormick (The Daily Telegraph, U2 biographer) sits down with iconic artists to explore the heart behind their sound. In each episode, we dive deep into the stories behind the songs — from personal battles and glo...
In Episode 5 of The Bridge: Music, War & Peace, Neil McCormick sits down with Fela Kuti — legendary Nigerian musician, Afrobeat pioneer, and outspoken political activist — for a powerful and wide-ranging conversation about the role of music as both a mirror and a catalyst in times of struggle. Together, they explore how rhythm, message, and legacy can challenge injustice, awaken awareness, and foster hope in a fractured world. Fela shares his philosophy of using music as a “bitter medicin...
