THE ULTIMATE DOWNLOAD PREVIEW | Download Festival 2024
Download Festival is right around the corner, and so join James, Dan and Josh as they give the ultimate preview of the lineup!
May 15, 2024•58 min
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40 | Iconic Album Artwork
In episode 40, the boys talk about iconic album artwork that either define a band, or stand out as something notable in music history. Also featuring reviews of Knocked Loose, Northlane, Graphic Nature, and more. Join The Ragamuffin Club: https://www.facebook.com/groups/913012859797089/
Apr 29, 2024•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 40
39 | Great Bands Who've Released Bad Albums
In episode 39, we talk about great bands who've dropped some absolute stinkers! Also featuring reviews of new music from The Story So Far, While She Sleeps, The Devil Wears Prada and MORE! Join The Ragamuffin Club: https://www.facebook.com/groups/913012859797089/
Apr 07, 2024•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 39
38 | Are Gigs Becoming Too Expensive?
In episode 38, we talk about the rising costs of gigs nowadays. Also featuring reviews of new singles from While She Sleeps & Boston Manor, albums from Being As An Ocean and Dream State and MUCH MORE. Join The Ragamuffin Club: https://www.facebook.com/groups/913012859797089/
Feb 27, 2024•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 38
A PERFECT GIG #14 | Joe & Larry (Shields)
We love live music, so we want to know: What makes a Perfect Gig? On this episode, we talk Joe & Larry from Shields about their return, what's changed in the music industry since they've been away, and Adam Levine, who's in the room. FOLLOW SHIELDS: https://www.instagram.com/shieldsuk/ Join the Ragamuffin Club: https://www.facebook.com/groups/913012859797089/
Feb 13, 2024•45 min
37 | 2024 Predictions In Heavy Music
In the first episode of 2024, we talk about the predictions we have for 2024 in the alternative music scene. Also new reviews of singles from Bring Me the Horizon, Landmvrks and Alpha Wolf, as well as albums from Casey and Neck Deep. Join The Ragamuffin Club: https://www.facebook.com/groups/913012859797089/
Feb 01, 2024•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 37
2023 RAGAMUFFIN AWARDS
It's awards time! 2023 was an incredible year for alternative music, so join us as we celebrate and hand out some awards! The categories are: Artist of the year Album of the year EP of the year Song of the year Music Video of the year Gig of the year Festival of the year Live music experience of the year Discovery of the year Join The Ragamuffin Club: https://www.facebook.com/groups/913012859797089/
Dec 30, 2023•1 hr 13 min
36 | Let's Talk About Sleep Token
In the last episode of 2023, we discuss one of the most important bands of the year - Sleep Token; including their meteoric rise, new masks and the massive Wembley Arena headline show. Also featuring reviews of new music from Architects, While She Sleeps, Casey and MORE! Join The Ragamuffin Club: https://www.facebook.com/groups/913012859797089/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ragamuffins666/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ragamuffins666...
Dec 26, 2023•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 36
35 | Our Spotify Wrapped
Christmas is nearly upon us, but we already have a present to unwrap. Here's our Spotify Wrapped, opened by us for the first time live as we record. Reviews of new singles from Better Lovers, Neck Deep and Graphic Nature, as well as Dying Wish's sophmore album and MORE. Join The Ragamuffin Club: https://www.facebook.com/groups/913012859797089/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ragamuffins666/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ragamuffins666...
Dec 11, 2023•1 hr 42 min•Ep. 35
A BRAND NEW FESTIVAL! | Misery Loves Company Festival Recap Podcast
We went to the debut year of Misery Loves Company Festival in Bristol recently. Listen to the rundown of our day and our thoughts on the festival! Vlog for the Festival is available to watch on our Youtube channel now!
Dec 10, 2023•34 min
A PERFECT GIG #13 | Jessie Powell (Dream State)
A PERFECT GIG - Podcast Interview We love live music and we want to know: what makes a perfect gig? Every episode our guest tells us what four bands would make up their dream live show. On this episode we spoke to Jessie Powell, the vocalist for the band Dream State. We discuss her process of joining the band, how she approaches live performances, the upcoming Still Dreaming mini album, and much more! FOLLOW US: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@ragamuffins666 Instagram: https://www.instagram.co...
Nov 22, 2023•55 min
34 | Are Albums Dying Out?
In episode 34, the boys talk about the state of music nowadays, and debate whether albums are dying out. Also featuring reviews of Blink 182, Bring Me The Horizon, Beartooth, and more. FOLLOW US: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ragamuffins666/ Twitter https://twitter.com/ragamuffins666
Nov 04, 2023•1 hr 14 min
Our First Time At BURN IT DOWN FESTIVAL | Recap Podcast
Sunny weather and massive riffs by the seaside? Yes Please! We had the pleasure of heading down to Torquay for Burn It Down Festival... and we LOVED it! Here's our experience reviewed. nstagram https://www.instagram.com/ragamuffins666/ Twitter https://twitter.com/ragamuffins666
Oct 08, 2023•31 min
33 | Let's Talk About Gig Etiquette
It's been 0 days without any sort of online gig discourse, and we're jumping on board too. Also featuring reviews of new albums from Guilt Trip & Polaris, and gig reviews of While She Sleeps, Busted & more. FOLLOW US: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ragamuffins666/ Twitter https://twitter.com/ragamuffins666
Oct 05, 2023•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 33
32 | Our Favourite Moments from Festival Season 2023
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Aug 31, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 32
A PERFECT GIG #12 | Holyfield
A PERFECT GIG - Podcast Interview We love live music and we want to know: what makes a perfect gig? Every episode our guest tells us what four bands would make up their dream live show. On this episode we spoke to Jaye & Jocelyn from the band Holyfield. We discuss the origin of their band, lessons they learned from their time in Better Than Never, their writing process and much more! FOLLOW HOLYFIELD: https://www.instagram.com/holyfieldband/ LISTEN TO HOLYFIELD ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spoti...
Aug 24, 2023•59 min
A PERFECT GIG #11 | Seething Akira
A PERFECT GIG - Podcast Interview We love live music and we want to know: what makes a perfect gig? Every episode our guest tells us what four bands would make up their dream live show. We are excited to be joined for this episode by Kit, Simon & Richard from the incredible Seething Akira. We talk to the boys about their latest album "Nozomi", opening the mainstage at Bloodstock 2023, the writing process with 6 members and much more! FOLLOW SEETHING AKIRA: https://www.instagram.com/seethinga...
Aug 03, 2023•32 min
31 | The Best Albums of the Year... So Far
In episode 31, we take a look at the year so far and discuss the best albums we've heard. We also talk about new music from Better Lovers, Beartooth, Upon A Burning Body and more. Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ragamuffins666/ Twitter https://twitter.com/ragamuffins666 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/31Eto3M0RGvMFM1xUls0c6?si=m6gC8ppJSL6bVI9Tf73fEw&nd=1 Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/ragamuffin-music-podcast/id1596381381 FOLLOW US Dan twitter - https://twitt...
Aug 01, 2023•56 min•Ep. 31
We Love This Festival | 2000Trees Recap Podcast
2000Trees Festival is hard to put in to words. You just have to experience it. This is what 2023 was like for us. Vlog coming soon! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ragamuffins666/ Twitter https://twitter.com/ragamuffins666 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/31Eto3M0RGvMFM1xUls0c6?si=m6gC8ppJSL6bVI9Tf73fEw&nd=1 Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/ragamuffin-music-podcast/id1596381381
Jul 16, 2023•1 hr 17 min
30 | Who Will Headline Download Festival 2024?
It's episode 30! This time we're predicting headliners for next years Download Festival. We also talk about new music from Bring Me The Horizon, Knocked Loose and MORE! DOWNLOAD 2023 VLOG: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VXqU6OfdwsI&t=1069s DOWNLOAD RECAP PODCAST: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3UZJkjOw-hg&t=1539s SLAM DUNK 2023 VLOG: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MFC_CfeaMfw SLAM DUNK RECAP PODCAST: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z0S7j2SLNIo&t=86s Instagram: https://www.instagra...
Jul 01, 2023•46 min•Ep. 30
A PERFECT GIG #10 | Dom Moss (Ithaca)
A PERFECT GIG - Podcast Interview We love live music and we want to know: what makes a perfect gig? Every episode our guest tells us what four bands would make up their dream live show. We are excited to be joined for this episode by Dom Moss from UK metalcore band Ithaca. We talk about the band's phenomenal album "They Fear Us", taking care of mental health on tour, writing during lockdown and much more! FOLLOW ITHACA: https://www.instagram.com/ithacaband/ LISTEN TO ITHACA ON SPOTIFY: https://o...
Jun 28, 2023•37 min
Download Festival 2023 | Recap Podcast
WE WENT TO DOWNLOAD FESTIVAL! Aside from a brutal 9 hour queue in the car, we had a fantastic time. Hear our experience! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ragamuffins666/ Twitter https://twitter.com/ragamuffins666
Jun 18, 2023•1 hr 20 min
WHAT REALLY HAPPENED AT SLAM DUNK FESTIVAL 2023?! | RECAP
Damn, that was eventful, huh? WATCH THE VLOG: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MFC_CfeaMfw 2022 VLOG (happier times): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g0ezsL43lQw Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ragamuffins666/ Twitter https://twitter.com/ragamuffins666
Jun 06, 2023•58 min
29 | Predicting Slam Dunk Festival Headliners
In this episode, we talk about which bands we think should headline Slam Dunk Festival in 2024 and beyond. Reviews of new albums from Veil of Maya & The Amity Affliction, and new singles from Holding Absence, KennyHoopla and MORE! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ragamuffins666/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ragamuffins666 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@ragamuffins666
May 28, 2023•59 min•Ep. 29
Takedown Festival 2023 | Recap Podcast
Last month we started our festival season in Portsmouth with Takedown Festival. Here's our recap podcast of the event! Watch the vlog: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t9kur0SiwBg Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ragamuffins666/ Twitter https://twitter.com/ragamuffins666
May 08, 2023•27 min
28 | Does Download Festival Still Have A Problem?
This time last year, we talked about a MASSIVE PROBLEM with Download Festival - are the same headliners every year is making it feel stale? In episode 28, we ask if that problem still exists? Reviews: New albums from Metallica & Enter Shikari, as well as singles from Better Lovers, Spiritbox and MORE! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ragamuffins666/ Twitter https://twitter.com/ragamuffins666 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/31Eto3M0RGvMFM1xUls0c6?si=m6gC8ppJSL6bVI9Tf73fEw&nd=1 A...
Apr 30, 2023•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 28
27 | Dream Supergroup Draft
In episode 27 we try to draft the ultimate dream supergroup, but who picked the best? Reviews of new singles from Fit For An Autopsy, Avenged Sevenfold, Trophy Eyes and more, and we chat about seeing Beartooth headline Wembley! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ragamuffins666/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ragamuffins666 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/31Eto3M0RGvMFM1xUls0c6?si=m6gC8ppJSL6bVI9Tf73fEw&nd=1 Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/ragamuffin-music-podcast/...
Apr 02, 2023•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 27
26 | Hot Takes & Unpopular Opinions
In episode 26, we are joined by our very dear friend Josh, and we dive deep into some unpopular opinions from ourselves, the alternative community and some of our viewers! We also take a look at new albums from Graphic Nature & Paramore, and singles from Enter Shikari, Linkin Park and many more. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ragamuffins666/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ragamuffins666 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@ragamuffins666 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/31Eto3M0RGvMFM...
Mar 12, 2023•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 26
A PERFECT GIG #9 | Harvey Freeman (Graphic Nature)
A PERFECT GIG - Podcast Interview We love live music and we want to know what the perfect gig is, so we've asked guests to come on and tell us what four bands would make up their dream live show. We are so excited to share that our guest this time is Harvey Freeman, vocalist of the devastatingly heavy Graphic Nature. We talk about the band's upcoming debut album "a mind waiting to die", writing openly about mental health and connecting with people at live shows, his love of video games and much ...
Feb 08, 2023•31 min
25 | Which Band Will Have The Best 2023?
In episode 25, we look to the year ahead and predict which bands will have a huge year. Also featuring reviews of 4 new tracks from Sleep Token, and more. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ragamuffins666/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ragamuffins666 Check out our Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvI-Cxb4EC9Qv9ZG7owjTdg
Jan 30, 2023•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 25
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