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Meet the voices behind the stories — every Friday, we release a new episode featuring inspiring guests from across Portugal and beyond, including artists, chefs, winemakers, musicians, historians, entrepreneurs, locals and expats.

Explore our diverse guest line-up and discover the people shaping Portuguese culture, food, travel, and daily life.

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Behind the Music with Band of 4

Behind the Music with Band of 4.

Deep dives into creativity, collaboration, and layered indie sound from the Swiss band shaping our soundtrack.

Join us in Episode 65 of Podcast Portugal as we sit down with the Swiss indie group, Band of 4, the gifted musicians behind our signature soundtrack and steadfast supporters of the show since Episode 1. In this episode, we explore their artistic journey, the stories behind their evolving sound, and how their music has become an integral part of the Podcast Portugal experience.

Band of 4 bring a rich tapestry of influences to their creative process, blending indie‑rock, alternative, and electro‑pop sensibilities that reflect both their diverse musical backgrounds and a thoughtful engagement with the world around them. Each member contributes distinct elements—whether it’s driving rhythms, expressive vocals, atmospheric guitar, or synth textures—building layered compositions that resonate beyond melody into deeper social and cultural commentary.

Throughout the conversation, we uncover how their style has developed over time, how they approach writing and production, and how themes of connectivity, reflection, and relevance thread through their work. Whether you’re curious about the mechanics of collaboration or the inspirations behind the tracks you hear on our podcast, this episode offers a richly textured look at the sound and voices shaping Band of 4’s journey.

Band of 4 on Spotify

Band of 4 on Apple Music

Band of 4 Amazon Music

To book flexible dates surf coaching sessions, to find out about immersive surf training camps, online video analysis program and special JWC rates for using SurfREC, head to justinwestcoaching.com

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Deep dives into creativity, collaboration, and layered indie sound from the Swiss band shaping our soundtrack.

Join us in Episode 65 of Podcast Portugal as we sit down with the Swiss indie group, Band of 4, the gifted musicians behind our signature soundtrack and steadfast supporters of the show since Episode 1. In this episode, we explore their artistic journey, the stories behind their evolving sound, and how their music has become an integral part of the Podcast Portugal experience.

Band of 4 bring a rich tapestry of influences to their creative process, blending indie‑rock, alternative, and electro‑pop sensibilities that reflect both their diverse musical backgrounds and a thoughtful engagement with the world around them. Each member contributes distinct elements—whether it’s driving rhythms, expressive vocals, atmospheric guitar, or synth textures—building layered compositions that resonate beyond melody into deeper social and cultural commentary.

Throughout the conversation, we uncover how their style has developed over time, how they approach writing and production, and how themes of connectivity, reflection, and relevance thread through their work. Whether you’re curious about the mechanics of collaboration or the inspirations behind the tracks you hear on our podcast, this episode offers a richly textured look at the sound and voices shaping Band of 4’s journey.

Band of 4 on Spotify

Band of 4 on Apple Music

Band of 4 Amazon Music

To book flexible dates surf coaching sessions, to find out about immersive surf training camps, online video analysis program and special JWC rates for using SurfREC, head to justinwestcoaching.com

Revolut Personal click this link 

Revolut Business referral link 

Airalo eSIM cards - Use the code NEWTOAIRALO15 to receive 15% discount on eSIMs smarter, stay connected — download Airalo SIM cards before your next adventure.

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