This week I had an incredible chat with Paul Broome, frontman of Fauxchisels and label manager at Die Das Der. 

We discussed the Birmingham music scene that made us so welcome, Pauls heavy metal roots, and I go on again about how you should save your local venues, which you should. so head to https://saveourvenues.co.uk and do your bit!

Check out Die Das Der records and get some amazing music and support local labels and venues!

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This week I (finally) got to chat with Ash from Bristol noise lads Sugar Horse, recently signed to Bad Pond and Art As Catharsis (Australia) for their new album 'The Live Long After'.

We chatted about writing and recording the new album, the tribulations of Brexit for independent bands, and how much he loves Mike Vennart

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This week I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with Gareth Thomas of UK Noise-Punk outfit USA Nails. The guys in USA Nails have been sharing the podcast for a few weeks and it was fantastic to get Gareth on to repay their support!

We chatted about inclusive music scenes being created around the UK, how much community means the the punk scene, and I accidentally insult Gareths day job. Wonderful.

Be sure to check out all of USA Nails music here - https://usanails.bandcamp.com/

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This week I am joined by on of the UK music scenes most hard working people, Karum Cooper. Karum is one of the organisers of Burn It Down Festival, runs BYP, plays guitar in Hypophora, and has recently poured a lot of time into his solo electronic project Webmoms.

We spoke about Karum's upbringing around music, what it's like running a management label, and how to create a scene from the ground up.

Make sure you check out Karum's music here - 

Webmoms

Hypophora

and grab tickets to Burn It Down Festival featuring Dinosaur Pile-Up, Jamie Lenman, St Agnes and more here - TICKETS

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This week is a very special episode for me, I had the honour of catching up with Sam and Tom of one of my favourite acts ever, Blakfish. It was fantastic getting an insight into the early days of the band, hearing their musical interests and influences, and was amazing to hear that Sam is producing the upcoming To The Wall record, an incredible hardcore punk outfit featuring Peckett, Wiz (Blakfish), Steve & Gavin (Shapes). 

We talk about the tribulations of living on a longboat, Tom's love for Queen karaoke, and our shared love for Adebesi Shank.

Check out all of Sam and Tom's music from the links below - 

S.T Manville

Blakfish

&U&I

To The Wall

As always, this episode is in partnership with the Music Venue Trust, please check out their amazing work and see how you can get involved here - saveourvenues.co.uk

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This week I had the great fortune of being joined by my midlands comrade, Andy Hughes, founder of online blog/zine/review/music hub/ all round great online place to be Birthday Cake For Breakfast.

We chatted about how much moving to Manchester helped shape his music journey, the early days of the blog, and he even accuses me of liking Tall Ships (sorry lads).

Be sure to check out the website and all the amazing reviews and features here - https://birthdaycakebreakfast.wordpress.com/

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This week I had an incredible chat and catch up wit Matt Reynolds of Haggard Cat, Baby Godzilla, and HECK. We chatted about releasing Common Sense Holiday back in 2020, doing their bit to get rid of the '2 piece bands are a genre' cliche, and eventually talk about bands that aren't together anymore.

Make sure you check out all of Haggard Cat's music here - Bandcamp

and check out Baby Godzilla/ Heck here - Spotify

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From now on we will be partnering with the Music Venue Trust to bring their message and fantastic work to the forefront.

This week I am joined by one of my musical heroes, Tom Hudson of Pulled Apart By Horses & Magick Mountain. Tom has been influential in my music taste ever since I first saw Mother Vulpine in 2005 and it was a joy to hear his stories.

We chat about the early days of PABH, supporting Muse, and releasing the debut Magick Mountain album in 2020.

Please check out all of the projects Tom is involved with, and donate to the Music Venue Trust if you can

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This weeks episode is incredibly special as I had the unbelievable pleasure of chatting to Guy and Jon of absolute legends in the UK Music scene Reuben.

We chatted about the history of Reuben, The West End Centre, Hundred Reasons, and writing songs in a cow shed.

To say this was an honour would be an understatement and I really hope you enjoy this episode!

As always, support your local venues and bands in any way that you can!

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James has always been one of the most passionate musicians I have had the pleasure of knowing, and in this episode we dive into his eclectic selection head first. I was way in over my head as James' knowledge on these bands stretched way further than any internet research can go, it comes from the sheer love and admiration he has for the artists, and it's an incredibly endearing thing to hear.

MUTES new album "Dreams of Being Cornered" is out on FOMA now from this link - 

https://mutesuk.bandcamp.com/album/dreams-of-being-cornered

As always, I hope you enjoy, and support your local bands and venues!

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God Damn. We made it to episode 7! This week I had the pleasure of catching up with lead singer and guitarist of 2/3/4 piece, West Midlands Noise makers, and one of my close friends, Thom Edward of God Damn.

We chat about the new God Damn album, dreams of working with Steve Albini, and Thom's love for the acoustic guitar.... sort of.

QUICK WARNING. There is some language that some may find offensive in this episode. Apologies if this is the case!

Thanks as ever for your support, and support your local venues!

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This week I had the pleasure of chatting with lead singer of The St Pierre Snake Invasion, current bassist of Mclusky*, and all round nice guy, Damien Sayell.

We talked about the recording of A Hundred Years A Day, the fantastic debut album by TSPSI, how they kicked it up a notch for Caprice Enchante, and how Damien is 100% a Nu-Metal god at heart.

Check out all the music by The St Pierre Snake Invasion here - https://tspsi.bandcamp.com/

I hope you enjoy this weeks episode, and don't forget to follow us on Instagram, Facebook and support your local venues!

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We chat about how Chris Rouse was only supposed to play 2 shows, Calvin's love of crisps, and how much we respect music promoters or bringing people together around the UK.

This is a long one, so get the kettle on, and I hope you enjoy.

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This week I had a fantastic catch up with Alexei and Junior of Yr Poetry. We spoke about the beginnings of Johnny Foreigner, finding out musicians actually like Guns n Roses, and how important an affordable creative space can be to the wellbeing and success of a band.

As always, support your local venues, rehearsal spaces and recording studios! 

Intro and Outro music - Samoans - Second Tongue

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This week I chat with lead singer of Taunton based alt-rock band October Drift, Kiran Roy. We chatted about how local venues help pave the way for bands to become successful and learn their trade, as well as how creating a scene of bands and artists can bring towns and cities together. It was a pleasure to speak to Kiran about their upcoming tour and second album, and the trials and tribulations of eating candy floss in the rain.

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