British actor and musician Ben Barnes is known for starring roles in The Punisher, Shadow & Bone, The Chronicles of Narnia and The Critic.

On the latest episode of Good Vibrations, he talks about venturing into music with his debut album, Where the Light Gets In, the themes behind the project and the joy he found during the recording process, while also reflecting on his acting career to date, dubious Wikipedia entries and a painful childhood memory.

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In the second episode of The Independent's new podcast, Mercury Prize and Grammy-shortlisted neo-soul/funk artist NAO opens up about the themes and influences behind her brilliant fourth album, Jupiter, as well as her battles with chronic fatigue syndrome and views on motherhood, body image, the pressures of touring and society's obsession with youth.

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In the first episode of Roisin O'Connor's Good Vibrations The Independent's new podcast, renowned Italian composer Ludovico Einaudi talks about his prolific career as he releases his latest work, the stunning album The Summer Portraits, which was inspired by his memories of childhood.

As well as offering fascinating insights into the making of the record, which was recorded in part at the famed Abbey Road Studios in London, he opens up about the painful family history that inspired his single 'Rose Bay', along with his attitude towards criticism, and his excitement about the long-awaited Oasis reunion.

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The Independent’s Music Editor Roisin O’Connor is bringing you a new fortnightly podcast that delves into the lives of artists, touching not only on their music, but on the experiences and events that shape their lives and work. Welcome to Roisin O'Connor's Good Vibrations.

The first episode will star renowned Italian pianist and composer Ludovico Einaudi, the artist behind albums including 2001’s I Giorni and 2006’s Divenire, and the scores for films such as This is England (2006) and The Father (2020). Other upcoming guests include The Cult guitarist Billy Duffy, Mercury Prize-shortlisted R&B artist Nao, British actor and singer Ben Barnes, Nineties pop icon Chesney Hawkes, and critically acclaimed US alt-pop artist BANKS.

Get the inside scoop from music artists direct from them in this chilled, open interview series.

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