Referenced Resources

People

• Ed Sheeran - The primary interviewee; singer-songwriter.
• Nick Cave - Mentioned as an artist who discusses a disciplined work ethic.
• Damon Albarn - Mentioned as an artist who discusses a disciplined work ethic.
• Khalid - Mentioned as an artist who opened for Ed Sheeran.
• Eminem - Mentioned as a collaborator and friend who appeared at a show.
• Blake Slatkin - Producer/collaborator; described as a former fan and engineer.
• Oma - Producer/collaborator.
• Ilya - Producer/collaborator.
• Sarvan - Producer/collaborator.
• Benny (Benny Blanco) - Producer/mentor to Blake Slatkin; former collaborator of Ed Sheeran.
• Shawn Mendes - Mentioned as a contemporary and friend.
• Lewis Capaldi - Mentioned as a close friend.
• David Furnish - Mentioned as an acquaintance encountered in London.
• Dave (Dave Santan) - Mentioned as a favorite lyricist and collaborator.
• Gracious K - Referenced in the context of the track “Opening.”
• Arijit Singh - Collaborator; Indian singer.
• Shah Rukh Khan - Mentioned as a Bollywood actor.
• Jamal Edwards - Founder of SB.TV; credited for giving Ed Sheeran his early career break.
• Damien Hirst - Artist whose studio was used for the “Divide” cover.
• Damien Rice - Singer-songwriter; artistic influence on Ed Sheeran.
• Dolly (Afghan Wigs) - Musical influence mentioned for emotional delivery.
• Westlife - Boy band; major musical influence on Ed Sheeran.
• James Blunt - Singer-songwriter; mentor and significant influence.
• Fred - Best friend and former bandmate in “Rusty.”
• Roly - Fred’s younger brother; former bandmate in “Rusty.”
• Doug - Friend whose wedding prompted the reunion of “Rusty.”
• Miles Smith - Young artist currently on tour with Ed Sheeran.
• Sky Newman - Artist discovered and supported by Ed Sheeran.
• Steve Mac - Songwriter for Westlife.
• Taylor Swift - Artist/Contemporary.
• George Strait - Country artist.
• Kenny Chesney - Country artist.
• Luke Combs - Country artist.
• Keith Richards - Member of The Rolling Stones.
• Paul McCartney - Musician.
• Jay-Z - Musician; mentioned for his approach to “The Black Album.”
• Childish Gambino (Donald Glover) - Musician/Actor.
• The Weeknd (Abel Tesfaye) - Musician.
• Bruce Springsteen - Musician.
• Chris Martin - Frontman of Coldplay.
• Rick Rubin - Producer; shared advice regarding Metallica.
• Barry Keoghan - Actor; guest at Ed Sheeran’s home.
• Chris Hemsworth - Actor; guest at Ed Sheeran’s home.
• Ronaldo (Brazilian footballer) - Football player; met Ed Sheeran.
• Ronaldinho - Football player.
• Bono - Lead singer of U2.
• Fred Durst - Lead singer of Limp Bizkit.
• Cherry Seaborn - Ed Sheeran’s wife.

Organizations

• Time Magazine - Mentioned as a publication that listed Ed Sheeran as an influential person.
• Ipswich (Football Club) - Ed Sheeran’s local football team.
• NME - Music publication.
• Kerrang! - Music publication.
• SB.TV - Platform founded by Jamal Edwards.
• Metallica - Band.
• Coldplay - Band.
• Backstreet Boys - Band.
• Britney Spears - Artist/Brand.
• NSYNC - Band.
• Slipknot - Band; music mentioned as an influence on Ed Sheeran’s vinyl collection.
• Limp Bizkit - Band.
• The Rolling Stones - Band.
• U2 - Band.

Documents

• “Subtract” - Album by Ed Sheeran.
• “Multiply” - Album by Ed Sheeran.
• “Divide” - Album by Ed Sheeran.
• “Plus” - Album by Ed Sheeran.
• “Autumn Variations” - Album by Ed Sheeran.
• “Play” - Upcoming album project.
• “The Black Album” - Album by Jay-Z.
• “Eject” - Future posthumous album project.
• “Stop” - Planned album project.
• “Rewind” - Planned album project.
• “Fast Forward” - Planned album project.
• “Pause” - Planned album project.

Tools and Technologies

• Guitar - Ed Sheeran’s primary instrument.
• Loop Pedal - Tool used by Ed Sheeran in his live shows.
• Studio - Referenced as both home workspaces and professional recording environments.
• Bowling Alley - Personal facility at Ed Sheeran’s home.
• Vinyl Records - Music format collected by Ed Sheeran.
• Ski mask - Disguise used by Ed Sheeran in public.
• Tech raincoat - Clothing item used for disguise.
• Bowling cues - Mentioned during the bowling segment.