Recorded online on 27 November 2025. Double bassist and composer Philip Holm discusses the band Barlast, his creative projects and experimental music. The public audio release is still being prepared.
Recording status: The recording exists in the WMS production archive, but a final public audio release has not yet been verified. There is currently no public listening link for this episode.
Philip Holm is a Helsinki-based musician, double bassist and composer who moves between Nordic folk music, jazz, contemporary music and sound art. He leads the band Barlast and works with ensembles including Oiro Pena and Buko Shane. His experimental solo work includes the tailor’s fiddle, an acoustic instrument built from a sewing machine.
In this Open Mic conversation, Holm discusses his music, recording and releasing albums, and the creative life of his bands.
Producer and host: Pedro Aibéo
Co-host: Mayim Alpert
Guest: Philip Holm
Publication note: The recorded interview remains under production review. A listening link will be added only when a publicly released master is confirmed.