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New Zealand Liam McEwan has transitioned from a community radio DJ in New Zealand to a prominent entertainment journalist in Los Angeles, known for interviewing global celebrities.
Freelancing for the Associated Press, including interviews in 2024.
Freelancing for Universal Music Group, including interviews in 2024.
Freelancing for Radio Disney.
Conducting interviews for Rolling Stone, including a deep dive with Lady Gaga for "The Breakdown" series and other interviews in 2024.
Interviewed the group Katseye for an in-depth conversation.
Sat down with CJ Newsroom to discuss KCON and Korean culture for KCON's 10th anniversary.
Liam McEwan began his career in community radio in Auckland, New Zealand, specifically at Flea FM in Devonport. His early interest in entertainment journalism led him to pursue opportunities in the field. A significant turning point occurred when he sent a cold email to J14, a magazine catering to a teenage audience. He identified a gap in their video content and celebrity features, proposing his assistance. This initiative swiftly led to a position that launched his career in the United States. Within a week of joining J14, McEwan was covering the Billboard Awards, marking his entry into the American entertainment journalism scene.
Since moving to Los Angeles in 2017, McEwan has established himself as an entertainment journalist, conducting hundreds of celebrity interviews that have accumulated over 700 million views. His interview subjects include high-profile figures such as Sir Elton John, Ringo Starr, Miley Cyrus, Ed Sheeran, and Ariana Grande. McEwan is recognized for his approach to interviews, focusing on a sincere interest in the individuals he speaks with, aiming to create genuine connections rather than just elicit soundbites. His distinctive Kiwi accent has also been noted as a factor that helps him stand out on red carpets and in interview settings, capturing the attention of celebrities amidst a sea of reporters.
Throughout his career, McEwan has worked for various media outlets, including the Associated Press, Universal Music Group, Radio Disney, and Rolling Stone. He has conducted in-depth conversations with artists like Lady Gaga for Rolling Stone’s “The Breakdown” series, discussing their musical works. Milestones include interviewing Elton John at an Oscar awards after-party and a full-circle moment where Adam Lambert painted his nails, years after McEwan, as a 13-year-old, had been part of a Lambert fanbase while working in community radio. McEwan values these interactions, noting the privilege of connecting with individuals who have significantly influenced pop culture and entertainment.
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