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UNFD: The Official Podcast

Independent record label UNFD hands the mic to their bands to narrate their own story. Each episode features UNFD artists discussing their work and their journey along the way; from origin tales and humble beginnings, to the writing and recording process of new records, seminal albums, and much more!

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Episodes

Tropic Gold: “how loud can we make it?”

This episode we meet Jake and Josh from Tropic Gold . They tell us all about The Barn, an “ethereal hole of time” and former bean sprout factory, which now serves as their creative hub in the quiet English countryside. No windows, no clocks, no heating, just a space to create. We also learn how childhood fascinations with Green Day, Meat Loaf, My Chemical Romance and Busted all influenced their formative musical journeys. Camden Barfly all-dayers, Facebook Messenger and Instagram Groups also hav...

Apr 26, 20241 hr 7 minSeason 2Ep. 3

HourHouse: “Louisiana isn’t all Mardi Gras and swamps”

In this episode Milly and Neeco from HourHouse tell us all about the origins of the band and the creation of their latest album GOLD TOOTH GURU. From meeting in New Orleans back in 2010, to writing the new record in 6 Hennessy-fuelled days, and answering the question “what would the soundtrack to Ghetto Star Wars be like?” Strap in for for some wild and illuminating tales: Louisiana school-days, influential baby-sitters, coming of age to nu-metal, run-ins with the law, and a love of riffs throug...

Jan 19, 202455 minSeason 2Ep. 2

Hollow Front: The trials & tribulations of band life

Join us for a new era of the UNFD Podcast, where each month the artists from the label will be telling all about their new records and the stories behind them. In the first of this new series of exclusive band-led podcasts, Tyler and Lee from Hollow Front discuss the writing and recording of new album, The Fear Of Letting Go . They also take time to discuss how the band formed, reflect on the trials and tribulations of a challenging year, and tell us what’s in store for the future. Listen to the...

Dec 13, 202357 minSeason 2Ep. 1

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Independent Australian-based record label UNFD take a deep-dive into some of its most celebrated artists and album releases.

Dec 06, 20231 min

ERRA: The Uncut Conversation with Jesse, JT, and Conor

Jesse, JT, and Conor of ERRA take you into the studio during the recording of 6 new songs and discuss the making of their self-titled album. ERRA Deluxe is out now. Stream/Download at ⁠https://unfd.lnk.to/ERRADeluxe⁠ Recorded by Matt Arters at AddisonFilmCo.com...

Apr 03, 202248 minSeason 1Ep. 12

Saviour

For the final instalment of UNFD’s 10 year anniversary series, we’re celebrating Saviour’s game-changing second album 'First Light To My Deathbed'. From humble beginnings, to breaking out of the isolated west coast, to stressful tours, financial struggles and ultimately a breakup — the band’s Shontay Snow and Bryant Best join Nashy to discuss their roller coaster journey in-depth

Jan 26, 202231 minSeason 1Ep. 11

I Killed The Prom Queen (Part 2)

In Part 2 of our I Killed The Prom Queen episode, Jona and Crafter discuss wild tour stories, some of the rifts and tragedies the band have faced, and ultimately, the incredible I Killed The Prom Queen legacy still felt over 20 years on.

Dec 08, 202135 minSeason 1Ep. 10

I Killed The Prom Queen (Part 1)

I Killed The Prom Queen ’s Jona and Crafter discuss the band’s staggering two decade career in Part 1 of this in-depth interview. From their early days of band practice, to breakdowns and breakthroughs as they first adapted to life on the road, to what their seminal record Music For The Recently Deceased looked like from behind the scenes as it started to take shape, this episode uncovers IKTPQ from all angles.

Nov 30, 202138 minSeason 1Ep. 9

Ocean Grove

Nashy chats to Sam Bassal and Dale Tanner about Ocean Grove 's stellar debut record The Rhapsody Tapes . From signing to UNFD as youngsters, to the praise and reception they copped for the album's electrifying and unconventional style, this episode sheds light on all corners of Ocean Grove’s beginnings and rise within the scene.

Nov 16, 202139 minSeason 1Ep. 8

Dream State

From its soul-stirringly honest lyrics dealing with trauma and addiction to its explosive and instantly memorable riffs, Dream State’s 2018 EP ‘ Recovery ’ put this South Wales band on the map. Vocalist CJ Gilpin and guitarist Aled Evans join the podcast to discuss the group’s beginnings, signing to UNFD backstage at one of their dream festivals, the journey of ‘ Recovery ’ and more.

Oct 24, 202133 minSeason 1Ep. 7

Stray From The Path

Stray From The Path’s founding guitarist and manager Tom Williams joins the podcast to chat the band’s landmark album Subliminal Criminals . He and Nashy discuss the band’s politically-charged message, a career spent taking it to the masses, and of course — all the antics had touring on Northlane’s Australian Singularity run.

Sep 19, 202138 minSeason 1Ep. 6

Thornhill

Thornhill’s Jacob Charlton, Ethan McCann and Matt Van Duppen sit down with Nashy to chat their career-launching Butterfly EP. From the intricacies behind its writing, its music videos and memories from its subsequent touring, this episode is a must-listen for those Thornhill faithfuls and those looking to get a taste of what the hype is about.

Aug 22, 202133 minSeason 1Ep. 5

Dream On Dreamer

Dream On Dreamer’s Marcel Gadacz & Callan Orr join the podcast to talk their landmark debut album ‘Heartbound’. Not only can ‘Heartbound’ claim to be the record that launched DOD’s career, but it will forever be known as the very first record released on UNFD after its re-brand from Boomtown Records

Jul 28, 202127 minSeason 1Ep. 4

Hellions

Nashy chats to Hellions’ Dre Fairve, Anthony Caruso and Josh Campiao about the band’s cult favourite punk rock-meets-theatrical opera record Opera Oblivia.

May 20, 202133 minSeason 1Ep. 3

In Hearts Wake

Special guests Jake Taylor (In Hearts Wake) & Luke Logemann (UNFD) chat some incredible stories behind the making and marketing of the band’s revered double album project Duality.

Apr 28, 202150 minSeason 1Ep. 2

Introduction feat. Luke Logemann from UNFD

Welcome to the official UNFD podcast! We chat to UNFD's General Manager Luke Logemann about the 10-year anniversary of UNFD and how they'll be celebrating.

Apr 15, 202120 minSeason 1Ep. 1
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