The Be Nation Podcast

This Week on The Be Nation Podcast , we bring Season 10 to a close with LIVE & UNFILTERED — a deep dive into the real side of live music, from mistakes on stage and the challenges of touring, to ticket touting, festivals and the changing live music landscape. We explore whether making mistakes can actually help artists become better performers, meet Isaac Neilson , the British indie-rock artis...

This Week on The Be Nation Podcast It’s our Season Finale , and we’re celebrating Season 10 Rebooted with a very special episode: BNA’S: The Golden Record . We’re counting down the Top 40 songs of Season 10 , looking back at some of the biggest musical moments of the season, revisiting some of our favourite moments from our guests, and revealing the winners of the BNA’s 2026 for Best New Artist, S...

This Week on The Be Nation Podcast... Music & Mental Health. The music industry is built around performance, pressure and constant expectations — but what happens when the human being behind the artist needs to step back? This week, we'll be debating the latest developments surrounding @katseyeworld and @december10 , as members of both groups temporarily step away while prioritising their ment...

This Week on The Be Nation Podcast, we’re Breaking the Algorithm. We’re taking a closer look at how algorithms are changing the way music gets discovered, promoted and heard, and Luke brings you a special edition of The Creator Report . We also bring you The Break Out , exploring the fascinating success stories of two emerging artists, Scott Helman and Moliy . Plus, we dive into the latest music i...

This Week on The Be Nation Podcast , We dive into The Copyright Paradox , exploring the complex relationship between music, copyright and artificial intelligence, and what the rapidly changing landscape of AI means for artists, songwriters and the music industry. Then, in our special The Next Wave , we spotlight 12 emerging artists from around the world who are bringing fresh sounds, exciting idea...

This Week on The Be Nation Podcast, We're exploring "The Longevity Myth" and asking why today's biggest songs are staying on the charts for longer than ever. Is the music industry changing, or are listeners simply connecting with music in a different way? We'll also count down the "8 Music Business Stories to Watch in the Last Half of 2026" , highlighting the biggest trends, industry developments...

This Week on The Be Nation Podcast, We're exploring "The Longevity Myth" and asking why today's biggest songs are staying on the charts for longer than ever. Is the music industry changing, or are listeners simply connecting with music in a different way? We'll also count down the "8 Music Business Stories to Watch in the Last Half of 2026", highlighting the biggest trends, industry developments a...

This Week on The Be Nation Podcast... Music fans have changed dramatically over the years... but has fandom evolved for the better? This week, we explore "The Fandom Evolution" , looking at how today's fans are reshaping the music industry and what that means for the future of artists and pop culture. SHAB joins us to introduce her brand new single "Perfume" and reveals exclusive details about her...

This week on The Be Nation Podcast... Music publishing should be simple... so why has it become one of the biggest nightmares for independent artists? This week, Miguel and The Nation Brothers dive into the complex world of publishing, royalties and ownership to uncover what every artist needs to know. Plus, it's one of the biggest moments of the year as we officially reveal all the nominees for t...

This Week on The Be Nation Podcast... Festivals are facing new challenges while artist merchandise has become one of the fastest-growing parts of the music business. This week, we explore what's happening across the live music industry and why the way artists connect with fans is changing faster than ever. Our special guest is MARIS , who joins us to talk about her brand new single "Losing People"...

This Week on The Be Nation Podcast , we're diving into one of the biggest questions facing today's music industry: has streaming become overloaded? From an explosion of new releases to the growing influence of AI-generated music, we're exploring how artists are fighting for attention in an increasingly crowded landscape. Is discoverability becoming the industry's biggest challenge? Can great music...

This Week on The Be Nation Podcast... Can Artificial Intelligence really replace artists? Or is human creativity impossible to replicate? This week, Miguel and The Nation Brothers go head-to-head in a special debate on AI & Music, exploring the future of creativity, streaming, music discovery and what it really takes to build a lasting career in today's music industry. Plus, discover incredibl...

This Week on The Be Nation Podcast... We're joined by SadBoi , who stops by to introduce her brand new single "All My Girls" in an exclusive interview, sharing the story behind the release and what's coming next. We're also celebrating LOUD & PROUD , a special feature highlighting the impact of LGBTQ+ artists, the importance of representation in music, and the organisations helping create a mo...

The music industry has never been louder, but does releasing more music actually lead to greater success? We explore why many artists are shifting their focus away from constant releases and towards building stronger, more meaningful careers through quality, strategy and long-term vision. This week's special guest is @michaelaofficial , who joins Miguel for an interview to discuss her latest singl...

What does it really take to build a music career in 2026? In this brand new episode of The Be Nation Podcast , we explore the rise of the Hyper-Connected Artist — a new generation of musicians navigating social media algorithms, playlist culture, music technology, direct fan engagement and an ever-evolving digital music landscape. Join Miguel Tello, alongside Liam and Luke Nation, as they discuss...

Welcome to Episode Two of our Season 10 Double Premiere. In "Follow The Money: AI, Fraud & The Future", The Nation Brothers officially take over The Be Nation Podcast for a thought-provoking discussion on some of the biggest issues currently shaping the music industry. Together, Miguel Tello, Liam Nation and Luke Nation explore the opportunities and challenges presented by artificial intellige...

The Be Nation Podcast returns with the first episode of our Season 10 Double Premiere Event. In "Follow The Money: The Streaming Flattening", we explore one of the biggest challenges facing today's music industry: how streaming is reshaping artist income, audience behaviour, and the future of music discovery. Joining us for this special episode are @alexanderbeaumusic and @mathiasjulinmusic , who...

Welcome to Episode Two of our Season 10 Double Premiere. In "Follow The Money: AI, Fraud & The Future", The Nation Brothers officially take over The Be Nation Podcast for a thought-provoking discussion on some of the biggest issues currently shaping the music industry. Together, Miguel Tello, Liam Nation and Luke Nation explore the opportunities and challenges presented by artificial intellige...

The Be Nation Podcast returns with the first episode of our Season 10 Double Premiere Event. In "Follow The Money: The Streaming Flattening", we explore one of the biggest challenges facing today's music industry: how streaming is reshaping artist income, audience behaviour, and the future of music discovery. Joining us for this special episode are @alexanderbeaumusic and @mathiasjulinmusic , who...

Access Granted: Inside the Season 10 Revolution. Welcome to the ultimate audio upgrade. In this exclusive Episode 0, host Miguel Tello pulls back the curtain on the complete transformation of The Be Nation Podcast. Get ready to meet our new AI co-hosts, Liam and Luke Nation, as we preview a thrilling season packed with weekly fan-voted charts, global artist spotlights, and raw industry debates. Th...

THIS WEEK ON THE BE NATION PODCAST! We dive into how Artificial Intelligence is shaping the music industry and what it means for the future of artists and creators. @jessicabaio returns to the podcast for the second time to introduce her brand-new single Love Me Less and reveal the full story behind its creation. It’s also the final week where Amazon Music brings you the latest picks from our play...

THIS WEEK ON THE BE NATION PODCAST! In today’s episode, we reflect on how music discovery is often shaped by technology and explore why true artistry goes far beyond digital systems. JESSICA BAIO IS OUR GUEST She joins us to talk about songs like “Bad Times” and dives into topics such as her upcoming concerts, mental health on tour, and what’s next in her career. Jessica also gives us an sneak pee...

On this week’s episode of The Be Nation Podcast , we explore the theme of “Therapy for the Road” and dive into the stories behind the songs that keep us going. Josh Bogert returns to The Be Nation Podcast for a catch-up and to present his brand new single Side Chick . Our Track of The Nation this week goes to TIA TIA’s latest release Lean On Me , and in our playlist Fresh Fridays by The Be Nation...

THIS WEEK ON THE BE NATION PODCAST! This episode is all about Songwriters vs. The System — we dive into the ongoing conversation about fair pay, streaming challenges, and the voices demanding change in the music industry. We open the show with Tokyo , the explosive new single by Tash Blake, and our TRACK OF THE NATION goes to Blonde by Brooke Alexx — Plus, we’re spinning the hottest new tracks fro...

🎧 THIS WEEK ON THE BE NATION PODCAST! This week, we dive into the key findings of the UK Music Diversity Report 2024 and ask — how inclusive is the industry really?🤖🎶 🎤 TORS are on the show presenting their Brand NEW EP “ Songs from The Road, Vol 1 “ 🎙️ BRAND NEW EPISODE AVAILABLE NOW on thebenation.co.uk and all platforms.