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 established Point of Origin series that first debuted in 2020 on SiriusXM’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 she offers advice to new up-and-coming artists. They also discuss mental health on tour and share their personal interests, like parenting, farming, fishing and much more.
SiriusXM’s Point of Origin podcast will be available on the new SiriusXM app. The podcast explores the lives of musicians of color with a fully curated “Life Playlist” – a collection of favorites that span from their childhood to now.
Since its formation Young the Giant has challenged themes of identity, culture, and self-reflection in their music with Sameer at the helm. A first-generation Indian-American, he is very vocal about his unique experience navigating and forming a musical identity in the world of alternative music. He was named to Variety’s 2022 Inclusion Impact Report and was the featured guest in Apple’s 2023 Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month editorial campaign. In an effort to champion new talent navigating similar waters, he is bringing this passion to the SiriusXM airwaves and inviting fans to learn more about these artists.
“Incorporating his own experiences within his music, Gadhia has long been an advocate for greater cultural diversity, drilling down on the idea in Point of Origin, a series which runs on SiriusXM” – Forbes
Throughout the show’s run on SiriusXM’s Alt Nation over the years, Point of Origin has put the spotlight on culturally-diverse artists and granted heavy on-air exposure and charting opportunities for various artists’ music. Previous episodes of the radio show featured artists including binki, Simpson, Junior Mesa, Abhi the Nomad, Beabadoobee, Dijon, Rostam, KennyHoopla, Rainbow Kitten Surprise, Rahill, Vagabon and more.
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