British Production Duo ARCADES Reflect on Collaborative Journey with Global Superstars BTS and the Creative Evolution of the Map of the Soul Series
Interviews & Editorials

British Production Duo ARCADES Reflect on Collaborative Journey with Global Superstars BTS and the Creative Evolution of the Map of the Soul Series

The intersection of British pop production and the global phenomenon of K-pop has reached a significant milestone through the collaborative efforts of the production duo ARCADES and the South Korean group BTS. In a comprehensive interview with BTS Radio UK, Max Graham and Matt Thomson, the creative forces behind ARCADES, shared insights into their instrumental ... Read more
August 29, 2026
British Production Duo ARCADES Reflects on Collaborative Journey with Global Superstars BTS and the Evolution of the Map of the Soul Series
Interviews & Editorials

British Production Duo ARCADES Reflects on Collaborative Journey with Global Superstars BTS and the Evolution of the Map of the Soul Series

In a comprehensive interview with BTS Radio UK, the British production and songwriting duo ARCADES, comprising Max Graham and Matt Thomson, provided an in-depth look into their pivotal role in the creation of BTS’s record-breaking "Map of the Soul" album series. The duo, whose signature sound has become a recognizable element of the group’s recent ... Read more
August 21, 2026
British Production Duo ARCADES Detail Collaborative Journey with BTS and the Global Resonance of the Map of the Soul Series
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British Production Duo ARCADES Detail Collaborative Journey with BTS and the Global Resonance of the Map of the Soul Series

The landscape of contemporary pop music has undergone a significant transformation through the fusion of Western production sensibilities and the intricate artistry of South Korean idols, a phenomenon exemplified by the ongoing partnership between British production duo ARCADES and the global superstars BTS. In a recent comprehensive interview with BTS Radio UK, Max Graham and ... Read more
August 3, 2026
British Production Duo ARCADES Reflects on Collaborative Journey with BTS and the Global Impact of the Map of the Soul Series
Interviews & Editorials

British Production Duo ARCADES Reflects on Collaborative Journey with BTS and the Global Impact of the Map of the Soul Series

The global music landscape has undergone a seismic shift over the last decade, driven largely by the unprecedented rise of South Korean group BTS and their label, BigHit Entertainment (now HYBE). Central to this evolution is the increasing synergy between Eastern performance art and Western production expertise. Among the most notable contributors to this cross-continental ... Read more
July 27, 2026
British Production Duo ARCADES Reflects on Collaborative Journey with BTS and the Global Impact of the Map of the Soul Series
Interviews & Editorials

British Production Duo ARCADES Reflects on Collaborative Journey with BTS and the Global Impact of the Map of the Soul Series

The landscape of global pop music has undergone a seismic shift over the last decade, characterized by the erasure of geographical boundaries and the rise of cross-continental collaborations. At the heart of this transformation is the South Korean septet BTS and their production partners, including the British duo ARCADES. Comprising Max Graham and Matt Thomson, ... Read more
June 2, 2026
British Production Duo ARCADES Reflects on Collaborative Journey with BTS and the Global Impact of the Map of the Soul Series
Interviews & Editorials

British Production Duo ARCADES Reflects on Collaborative Journey with BTS and the Global Impact of the Map of the Soul Series

The global music industry has witnessed a significant shift in the past decade, as the lines between Western production and Eastern pop music have blurred into a seamless, multi-billion-dollar ecosystem. At the heart of this transformation is the British production duo ARCADES, consisting of Max Graham and Matt Thomson. In a comprehensive interview with BTS ... Read more
May 25, 2026