SiriusXM today announced the launch of Point of Origin, a new original podcast hosted by Sameer Gadhia, frontman of acclaimed multi-platinum selling alternative rock group Young the Giant. Debuting today on the SiriusXM app with singer-songwriter Brittany Howard as its first guest, the podcast is dedicated to amplifying voices of color from around the world while challenging the homogenous narrative of alternative and indie rock music.
As an expanded version of Sameer’s establiSiriusXM’s Alt Nation (ch. 36), the podcast will feature in-depth interviews with various special guests who are making waves in the alternative rock scene. This long-form spotlight provides listeners a unique new way to discover music and the opportunity to hear a deep dive into the untold stories of diverse artists, tracing the points of origin that unite us all for the love of music.
On the premiere episode, Sameer speaks with four-time GRAMMY Award-winning artist Brittany Howard. The former Alabama Shakes singer talks about her recent single “Prove It To You,” the third one off her new solo album, “What Now,” released on February 9. Sameer’s conversation with Brittany touches on her various musical inspirations like Barry Manilow and Paula Abdul, and
