Step into a space where creativity, connection, and conversation collide. The Parallel Universe is more than a podcast—it’s a paradigm inspired by the belief that music and the creative arts hold the power to uncover who we truly are, beyond the constraints of everyday life and beyond the algorithm. A place where individuality is celebrated, boundaries dissolve, and joy, wholeness, and community take centre stage.
Whether you’re an artist, a dreamer, or simply someone seeking inspiration, The Parallel Universe invites you to dive into the wonder of creative expression.
The cornerstone of THE PARALLEL UNIVERSE is a one-of-a-kind podcast of the same name offering a fresh approach to exploring the lives, realities, and artistry of the practitioners who have dedicated their lives to their art. Each episode is an intimate journey where conversation and in-the-moment musical creation intertwine, creating a rich, layered tapestry of sound and storytelling.
In this immersive format, our special guests—musicians, creators, and cultural voices reveal like never before how they reach The Parallel Universe to create what they do, sharing their truths, concerns, and realities, revealing what lies beneath the surface of their work and their worlds. The result is not just a conversation but a visceral, sonic experience, offering listeners a rare angle on the creative process and the human stories that drive it. Join the community and listen for free.
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LATEST PODCAST EPISODES
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EPISODE 4
HOW DO YOU HANDLE THE CHAOS AND COINCIDENCES OF LIFE?
A beautifully warm and wondrous episode, vocalist and songwriter SKYE EDWARDS (solo artist and front-woman with the band Morcheeba) takes the controls on this trip to show us how she has woven a magic spell out of the 'now' her whole life - inspiring us to do the same along the way. With open-hearted positivity as her guide, she has used her fashion designer's instinct to stitch and sew meaning and longevity into the fabric of her career, always creatively using the materials at hand.
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EPISODE 3
HOW CAN WE STAY AGILE TO THE TRANSFORMATION? OF BOTH MOMENT AND SELF?
In this episode, Julia dialogues with baritone saxophonist, flautist and composer TAMAR OSBORN as she invites us into the space where creativity meets courage and where belief is deep. A space where staying agile to the transformation means trusting your voice, even when you don't yet know what it's going to say. An episode for anyone standing at the edge of the unknown, navigating the tension between control and surrender.
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EPISODE 2
WHAT DEFINES YOU?... WORK? EGO? SUCCESS? OR SOMETHING DEEPER?
This new and deeply introspective episode sees Julia sit down with the in-demand double bass player and artist JIHAD DARWISH to explore the tension that exists between identity, creativity, and success, reflecting on the leaps of faith that shape our paths through life and our relationship to our intrinsic worth. Raw honesty and thought-provoking dialogue make this a vulnerable conversation in music and in words, and one that invites listeners to question how much of themselves they really pour into their art, and at what cost.
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EPISODE 1
IN A MIXED UP WORLD, WHERE DO YOU FIND YOUR TRIBE?
In the debut episode of The Parallel Universe, Julia sits down with drummer and producer YUSUF AHMED, a musician known for his collaborative spirit. Spontaneous playing gets them chatting about free improvisation, and what is really happening when we find a way to connect in the moment through the universal language of music. Celebrating the curiosity to explore, they dive into how moments of creative flow can spark joy, connection, and a fresh way of looking at the world around us.
Julia Biel is an internationally acclaimed musician, vocalist, and songwriter known for her evocative compositions and soulful voice. With over two decades of experience in the music industry as a solo artist and collaborator, her award-winning and award-nominated career takes her across the globe, earning acclaim for her genre-blending artistry and powerful storytelling.
Combining rich musical expertise with her innate curiosity, in The Parallel Universe she delves beneath the surface, bringing authenticity, warmth, and depth to the space and to every podcast episode.
With a focus on fostering understanding, connection, and creativity, Julia Biel, through conversations with a broad range of invited guests from across the spectrum of music-makers and beyond, curates an exploration into the artistry, realities, and legacies of some of the most creative cultural voices of our time.
As part of the offering from The Parallel Universe, the music created in each episode resonates beyond the podcast, inviting listeners to experience the magic of free improvisation, spontaneous composition and songwriting. Supporters of the podcast enjoy special access to these creations, otherwise available through the Borrowed Stardust label.