Noise and Affection

Noise and Affection

You know that friend that's always sharing a new playlist or telling you about yet another band or artist they've discovered? Well that's me, Candace your new favorite genre-less music fan, and host of the Noise & Affection Podcast, where I interview some of my favorite artists and discuss all the music that I love and am currently listening to! Think of every episode as one big narrated playlist, with a special guest. Noise & Affection is a place for the sounds you love. Whether you're a fan of indie rock, k-pop, hip hop or mainstream pop, all sounds co-exist here.

Episodes

June 19, 2025 7 mins

We're nearly halfway through the year! So on this episode, I discuss some of my favorite songs of 2025 so far by artists like RIIZE,  Mark Lee of NCT,  Nothing More, ITZY, ONE OK ROCK, and more! Check it out!


To hear all the songs mentioned in this episode, plus even more of what I've been loving and listening to, be sure to check out this episode's Spotify playlist!



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On this episode, I got to sit down with brothers, Tanner and Peyton Whitt of the alt-pop duo Rags And Riches. We discussed everything from the band’s creative process and a dream collab with Post Malone to how their personal faith has impacted their music. Plus, their newest single "Hush" is out now!


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On this episode, I discuss all of my favorite new releases from artists including The Midnight, Le Sserafim, Culture Wars, Rags And Riches, MARK of NCT, and more. 


To hear all the artists mentioned in this episode, be sure to check out this episode's Spotify playlist!


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On this episode, I got to sit down with Matt Stubbs, founding member and guitarist of the Blues trio, GA-20. We discussed everything from the band’s new lineup and their upcoming EP, Volume 2,  to the current tour. Plus, their newest single "Stranger Blues" is out now!


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On this episode, I discuss all of my favorite new releases from artists including Bon Iver, Yeonjun of Tomorrow x Together,  Yuta of NCT, Jennie and Lisa of Blackpink, Coldplay, and more. Plus I share some upcoming releases to look forward to by groups like Seventeen and Aespa!

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On this episode, I got to sit down with Lucy LeNoir of the Pop rock band, HAUNTER, to discuss everything from songwriting, tattooing, and imposter syndrome to her love for Megan Thee Stallion and working with Grammy-nominated producer, Tyler Smyth. And of course I got all the details of the band's new single, "City Boys x Pretty Girls", which is out now! 

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On this episode, I got to sit down with the Michael McManus of the indie/alternative band, Gamblers, to discuss everything from grief, love ,and politics to all the details of the band's new album, Pulverizer. We also get the exclusive on an upcoming project!

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Let's discuss some of my favorite  music by artists like IVE,  Nothing More, Jaehyun of NCT, and more!

Plus I got to sit down with genre-bending  rock artist, Taleen Kali, to discuss everything from being inspired by recent political movements and kicking off a new tour, to working with Jeff Schroeder of the Smashing Pumpkins on her upcoming album!

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Let's discuss some of my favorite  music by artists like Enhypen,  Tiwa Savage, J-Hope, Pop Etc., and more!

Plus I got to sit down with indie singer-songwriter Tom Moran to discuss everything from high school talent shows, overcoming addiction, and animating his first music video!

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Let's discuss some of my favorite new music by artists like Interpol, Le Sserafim, The Arcade Fire, and more!

Plus I got to sit down with the Michael McManus of the indie/alternative band, Gamblers, to discuss everything from prepping for their biggest show yet, lineup changes, and  thriving through the pandemic. We also get the exclusive an upcoming project!

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Let's discuss some of my favorite male vocalists including artists like Metallica’s James Hetfield, Taemin, The Weeknd, Nothing More’s Jonny Hawkins and  more!

Plus I got to sit down with the U.K. based singer-songwriter Thomas Kavanagh about his creative process, evolution as an artist, and of course his new single, “Changing”!

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Let's discuss some of my favorite music from artists like Tauren Wells, Camila Cabello, IVE, The Weeknd, Stray Kids, and more!

Plus I got to sit down with the L.A based indie singer-songwriter Mel Taevin, to discuss mental health, expressing grief through art, the #stopasianhate movement and more!  We also gush over our favorite k-pop group and dive into all the details of her upcoming ep!

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Let's discuss some of my favorite music from artists like Stray Kids, Red Velvet, Bob Moses, NCT Dream, and more!
Plus I got to sit down with musician, composer, and DJ, Darryl Hoffman to discuss burnout, overcoming imposter syndrome, being a global composer, and all things creative!

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Let's discuss some of my favorite music from artists like Ateez, Doja Cat, Hanson, Little Mix, NCT, and more!

Plus I got to sit down for a second time with award-winning UK country-pop artist, producer, and songwriter, Danny McMahon to discuss healing from heartbreak, mental health, and all the details of his new ep, Senses, which is out now!

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Let's discuss some of my favorite new music from artists like NCT's Mark Lee, Taeyeon, and Avril Lavigne , plus some throwbacks from Big Sean and Post Malone!

I also got to catch up with alternative rock artist Red Green Blue to talk about everything from his artistic vision and creative process to grief and mental health!
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On the season 1 finale, I discuss 20 of my favorite songs of 2021  by artists like Twenty One Pilots,  Aespa,  Doja Cat, Seventeen,  TXT, Chevelle, and more! Check it out!


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Let's discuss some of my favorite new music from artists like NCT 127, Taylor Swift, Chungha, WayV, Willow Smith, and more!

Plus I got to catch up with UK Country Pop artist Kelsey Bovey to talk about everything from being a woman in the music industry, uplifting fans through music,  to heartbreak, and of course, her new single, "Vinyl" which is already #1 on the UK Country Itunes Chart!

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Mental and emotional health are very real and very important! And on this episode, I discuss songs that help me truly feel and process all the emotions I feel including, but not limited to everything from grief and anxiety to anger and creative frustration.  There's truly a song for every moment and emotion! So tune in as we talk about tracks from Shawn Mendes, Iggy Azalea, Tomorrow X Together, The Band Camino and more, that h...

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Let's discuss some of my favorite music coming out of the UK right now from artists like Dua Lipa, Radiohead, Ella Mai, Coldplay x BTS, and more!

Plus I got to sit down with award-winning UK country-pop artist, producer, and songwriter, Danny McMahon to discuss his musical influences, defining moments in his career, and his upcoming single " Lights of Our Hometown", which will be out October 22!  But if you ...

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In this episode, I talk with the German-based alternative rock band, LIONLION about touring, the ups and downs of being an artist,  producing amazing music videos, and more!
With a combination of styles reminiscent of bands that I love like, Radiohead, Keane,  Mutemath, and Copeland, it's no wonder why this band is so popular! And they have the most amazing music videos! So I was so excited to have the opportunity to chat ...

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