William Garrett joins us to reflect on Zapped, a strange and genre-bending sampler curated by Frank Zappa that opened his ears to the wildest corners of music. We talk about discovering Captain Beefheart, Willie the Pimp, and why this record became a turning point in his curiosity as both a listener and producer. William shares stories from decades behind the board — from cleaning studios and watching Aerosmith record, to running Spotify’s flagship recording program and working with artists like John Legend, Ed Sheeran, and Brandi Carlile. A deep conversation about creative instinct, experimentation, and staying open to sound in all its forms.
Album of Influence: Zapped by Various Artists
Songs Produced/Recorded/Mixed by William Garrett