Tape Notes is a music production podcast hosted by John Kennedy, pairing artists and producers to discuss studio collaborations, from first song ideas to final mixes. The show has 208 episodes, released roughly every two weeks, with a median length of about 101 minutes. Estimated downloads are 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, with an estimated sponsor rate of $90 to $625 per episode.
Long-form studio conversations with major artists reaching engaged music makers
- Episodes average about 100 minutes, giving host-read ads ample time to be heard in a focused listening session.
- Guests include well-known artists and producers such as Foo Fighters, Tame Impala and Bonobo, drawing a dedicated audience.
- Apple Podcasts rating of 4.8 from 202 ratings signals strong listener satisfaction.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- interview, co-hosted conversation, demo and stem playback
- Tone
- thoughtful, detailed
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 80 to 110 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Episode titles and description are about music production and artist interviews, with no explicit flag set in the feed.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | tapenotes.libsyn.com |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1249834293 |
| RSS feed | feeds.megaphone.fm/TNL8747838853 |
Benchmark score: 70 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| TN:191 Lizzy McAlpine, Mason Stoops, Taylor Mackall & Omar Akrouche | 2026-10-06 | 1 h 57 min |
| TN:190 The Beatles (Giles Martin) | 2026-09-22 | 1 h 42 min |
| TN:189 Bonobo | 2026-09-15 | 1 h 42 min |
| TN:188 Tame Impala | 2026-09-02 | 1 h 20 min |
| TN:187 Overmono | 2026-08-18 | 1 h 39 min |
| TN:186 Joy Anonymous | 2026-08-04 | 1 h 38 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 13 days ago, a new one about every 14 days.
Tape Notes is a podcast about the art and craft of music production. Hosted by John Kennedy, each episode reunites an artist and producer to talk about the highlights of their collaboration in the studio. Their conversations lift the lid on every stage of the creative process, from kindling the first spark of a song idea, through decisions on style and instrumentation, to finessing the final…
About Tape Notes
Tape Notes is a music production podcast hosted by John Kennedy, according to the show's feed and the Megaphone website page. Each episode pairs an artist with a producer to discuss how a song was built in the studio, covering ideas, instrumentation and final production, and episodes often include demos and session stems. The show has published 208 episodes since June 2017 on a biweekly schedule, with a median length of about 101 minutes.
Apple Podcasts lists 202 ratings with an average of 4.8 out of 5. Listener numbers are not published; based on the rating count, hosting and cadence, we estimate 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, and this is an estimate rather than a measured figure. The audience is likely to be music producers, musicians and music fans with an interest in studio craft. No sponsors were seen in the feed.
Brands in music software, audio gear and music education are the natural fit. At an estimated $18 to $25 per 1,000 downloads, a host-read mid-roll would cost roughly $90 to $625 per episode.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Tape Notes can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Tape Notes
How much does Tape Notes charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on an estimated 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll would be priced at roughly $90 to $625 per episode. Final pricing depends on the show's own figures and is set during booking.
What is Tape Notes about?
Tape Notes is a music production podcast hosted by John Kennedy. Each episode features an artist and producer discussing how a song was made in the studio, including early demos and session stems.
How do I contact Tape Notes about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can also be booked through Starbooked.
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