In anticipation of Derby Alt Fest we sat down for a chat with the owner and founder of Unearthed Music, Liam Barlow. We spoke about the history of the festival, Liam's involvement in the music industry and the venue The Hairy Dog in Derby. With Derby Alt Fest quickly approaching, we discussed how bands are booked at the festival, the different styles of alternative music across the week and of course the RTM Quickfire Round. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Oct 16, 2023•30 min•Season 2Ep. 96
Ever wondered what drives the sound of Recall the Remains? Join Kev P as he chats with lead singer Jacob from the band. They'll dive deep into their musical roots, discuss the latest tracks, plans for their debut album and the anticipation of playing on the Chosen by You stage at Derby Alt Fest. If that wasn't enough for you there's also an exclusive piece of news and the RTM quickfire round. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Oct 09, 2023•31 min•Season 2Ep. 95
Join us in this episode as we chat to a band leading the UK's metal resurgence. We chatted with Charlie and Joel from Harbinger ahead of their appearance at Derby Alt Fest. After a busy touring schedule we discuss the bands process for music, what to expect from a Harbinger show and an interesting talk about their poll on crisps! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 02, 2023•46 min•Season 2Ep. 94
This episode we sit down and chat with Mark from Dead Demons. These were one of our favourite bands at Metal 2 the Masses this year and showed why they deserved a place in the final. We chat with Mark about the final itself, future plans for the band, their new EP Trial by Fire and broccoli on pizza! Yes you read that correctly, broccoli on pizza!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 25, 2023•29 min•Season 2Ep. 93
We're back with a preview to our last festival of the year. This time we discuss the bands we're looking forward to seeing at this years Derby Alt Fest. It's our first time at this venue but with 40 bands over 5 days, we can't wait to get there. Featuring headline acts like Bound In Fear, Gama Bomb and These Wicked Rivers, this festival is going to be amazing! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 18, 2023•27 min•Season 2Ep. 92
After a hectic summer covering some of the biggest festivals in the UK, we thought we'd go back to a "normal" episode. This week, we'll give some news updates, and review some of the biggest rock and metal albums we've missed. There's reviews of 3 huge albums from the Foo Fighters, Skindred and Empire State Bastard. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 11, 2023•40 min•Season 2Ep. 91
Festival number 6 is here and we're covering Stonedead in this episode. Listen to here our thoughts on the food, drinks, campsite and of course the bands we watched this year at Stonedead Festival. Find out our favourite sets from this years festival at the Newark Showground. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 04, 2023•53 min•Season 2Ep. 90
It's the final episode of our Bloodstock Festival coverage and in part 2 of the review there's so much to get through at the UK's biggest independent metal festival. We talk about more of the bands that really amazed us with their performances, a busy Saturday and Sunday packed with interviews and all of the other things we loved at Bloodstock Festival this year. Our Bloodstock 2023 vlog is also out now, watch here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Aug 28, 2023•47 min•Season 2Ep. 89
The final Bloodstock Festival interview is here and Kev is joined by the latest Mongolian band taking Europe by storm Uuhai. After playing the Bloodstock main stage this year, Kev had an unplanned chat with the help of their translator to get their reaction on playing the UK's biggest independent metal festival earlier in the day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 27, 2023•5 min•Season 2Ep. 88
For our penultimate Bloodstock Festival Interview, Kev catches up with Finn and Sam from tech death metal band Embodiment. Hear about how the band have worked their way through the stages at Bloodstock to secure a late evening spot on the Sophie Lancaster stage at this years festival. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 26, 2023•6 min•Season 2Ep. 87
It's another of our live interviews from Bloodstock Festival and this time Gem is Joined by Dylan and Miles from Godeth. You'll hear about the future plans for the Leeds M2M winners before they played later that day on the New Blood stage at Bloodstock. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 25, 2023•6 min•Season 2Ep. 86
Live from Bloodstock Festival, Gem catches up with Sam and Rob from Beyond Your Design who won our local M2M and played the New Blood Stage earlier that day to a packed tent. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 24, 2023•8 min•Season 2Ep. 85
In this episode Kev is joined Dave and Neil from Elimination for a quick interview at this year's Bloodstock Festival after their appearance earlier that day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 23, 2023•7 min•Season 2Ep. 84
Kev speaks with Connor from Casket Feeder live from Bloodstock Festival after they nailed their set on the Sophie Lancaster Stage earlier in the day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 22, 2023•8 min•Season 2Ep. 83
The first part of our Bloodstock Festival review is here. In this episode we discuss a range of topics including our arrival at the campsite, the food, the drinks and of course the bands at the UK's biggest independent metal festival. We cover all of the bands that we managed to watch over the first 2 days and some slightly drunken fun. Find out which of the bands really impressed us this year at Bloodstock. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Aug 21, 2023•52 min•Season 2Ep. 82
Live from Bloosdstock Festival Gem had a chance to talk with the 5 piece metalcore band Skora who got their spot after winning the Cheltenham M2M final. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 20, 2023•9 min•Season 2Ep. 81
It's another of the Bloodstock Festival interviews and in this episode Kev caught up with Kurt and Ste from The Dead XIII and had a quick chat. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 19, 2023•8 min•Season 2Ep. 80
We are back with our 2nd live interview from Bloodstock Festival. In this mini episode Gem has a chat with Robyn and Callum.after Voidwalker played a great show on the New Blood Stage. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 18, 2023•6 min•Season 2Ep. 79
It's the first in our series of mini interviews live from Bloodstock Festival. In this episode Kev caught up with Karl and Martin from Headpress ahead of their set on the New Blood Stage Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 17, 2023•8 min•Season 2Ep. 78
We're on our way back from Bloodstock or most likely still asleep in the tent but it gives us a great opportunity to bring you a preview of the next festival we'll be attending which is Stonedead. This was our favourite last year and we talk about the things we're really looking forward to seeing from this classic rock festival. There's all of the attractions you can see, merch, food and the bands, including this year's headliner Blue Oyster Cult. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more ...
Aug 14, 2023•28 min•Season 2Ep. 77
In this episode we look at this year's Bloodstock Festival. As one of the hardest and heaviest music events of the year arrives, we discuss all of the bands we can't wait to see and talk about all of the various food, merch and facilities available. Whether you're a die-hard metalhead or curious about delving into one of the biggest UK metal festivals this episode has everything you need to know. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Aug 07, 2023•46 min•Season 2Ep. 76
Join us in this episode as we sit down and chat to one of our favourite bands that we've discovered over the last 18 months Drip Fed Empire. We discuss their creative process, their work on the latest upcoming release, winning Metal 2 the Masses in a region they're not based in and the advice they have for this year's winners. We also chat about the abandoned gig in Nottingham and they take on the new RTM Quick Fire Round. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Jul 31, 2023•33 min•Season 2Ep. 75
It's another festival and this time we give our review of Mangata Festival 2023 from the Rescue Rooms in Nottingham. Join us as we explore the performances we watched and the unforgettable moments that defined this year's edition of the festival. We talk about the standout acts that dominated the stages and the emerging talent and rising stars that we can't wait to see again. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 24, 2023•38 min
In this episode, Gem reviews the legendary super-group the Hollywood Vampires. Hear about the venue, the support band situation that left her confused and the hilarious rookie error she made but more importantly her thoughts on the performance of the iconic headliners. There's also a full album review of Sons of Froglord from the amphibian devoted band Froglord. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 17, 2023•37 min•Season 2Ep. 73
We're back and with a break from the recent festival reviews (sort of). In this episode we talk about the final of the Metal 2 the Masses in Nottingham at the Old Cold Store. We discuss all 4 finalists and their performances on the night. We tell you who the winners were and who we picked as our favourites, plus you can find out about the unexpected ending to the evening. Hear this and our review of the latest EP from Callous Hands.- Trapped in Animated Flesh Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priva...
Jul 10, 2023•28 min•Season 2Ep. 72
It's the 3rd festival review of the year and it's a big one!!! This time it's Glastonbury and Kev P was there to take in all the sights and sounds from the Pyramid Stage, the Other Stage and many many more. Find out all about the bands watched, headline sets, if the endless flags really are an issue and if it's one to visit again. If you're considering Glastonbury next year then this episode could give you some helpful insights into surviving the biggest music festival in the UK. Hosted on Acast...
Jul 03, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Season 2Ep. 71
It’s the third episode of our Download Festival 23 review and we’re talking about Saturday and Sunday. We discuss the bands we watched from the smaller stages right up to the headline acts of Metallica and Slipknot. Find out which bands blew us away with their performances and which ones made our highlights of the weekend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 26, 2023•44 min•Season 2Ep. 70
It's part 2 of our Download Festival 2023 review and this time we discuss RIP camping in Sleepy Hollow. With a range of exclusive perks and amenities the RIP camping at Download can offer some of the creature comforts we all crave. Find out our thoughts about the whole experience in this episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 22, 2023•35 min•Season 2Ep. 69
Part 1 of our Download Festival 2023 review is here and we talk about Wednesday through to Friday and our highlights from one of the biggest and most exciting festivals in the world. In this episode, we will take you on a journey through the world-class performances that we witnessed, the atmosphere and energy of the crowds, and the thrill of being part of an amazing music community. From hard rock to heavy metal, punk to alternative music, Download Festival is known for its diverse and dynamic ...
Jun 19, 2023•39 min•Season 2Ep. 68
It's our first double interview and our special guests in this episode were Shane from Arguer and Karl from Religion of Tomorrow. Kev P took the lead on this one as Gem was sadly too ill to take part. It's still a great interview though with both bands ahead of their upcoming gig with Anchor Lane. We find out more about both bands and they also face the RTM Quickfire Round. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 15, 2023•39 min•Season 2Ep. 67
