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Papa Roach's Jacoby Shaddix Talks New Album 'Ego Trip' & 'Lovehatetragedy' 20 Years On Apr 04, 2022

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We chat with Papa Roach frontman Jacoby Shaddix as they prepare to release their new album 'Ego Trip' featuring the singles 'Kill The Noise' and 'Swerve'. He talks blending musical styles, the story behind the titled and why bands like Bring Me The Horizon continue to inspire him. Plus, we find out how revisiting 'Infest' inspired his latest record and reflect on making 'Lovehatetragedy' as it approaches its 20th anniversary.

Lights On Making New Album 'PEP', Josh Dun Collab & Live Show Plans Mar 31, 2022

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Lights joins us via Zoom to talk through her new album 'PEP', out April 01 via Fueled By Ramen, featuring the singles 'Prodigal Daughter', 'Salt And Vinegar' and 'In My Head' ft Twenty One Pilots' Josh Dun. She tells us about creating characters within the songs, how the world of The Clinic ties into her wider 'Skin & Earth' narrative and why she chose that title for the album. Plus, we find out what to expect from the new live show, including some reworked classics and cover versions.

Scene Queen On 'Pink Rover', TikTok, Live Show Plans & Dream Collabs Mar 28, 2022

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Scene Queen chats with us via Zoom about their latest single 'Pink Rover', out now on Hopeless Records. She talks us through the inspiration behind the track, working with her collaborators including As It Is' Ronnie Ish and her plans for the future. Plus, we chat TikTok success, developing a live show and the pink theme that she has carried through her early singles.

Charlotte Sands Talks 'Loved You A Little', YUNGBLUD Tour & Underoath Collab Mar 21, 2022

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We chat with Charlotte Sands about her new single 'Lost', her pop punk influences and the huge TikTok success of 'Dress'. Plus, we talk collaborating with The Maine and Taking Back Sunday's Adam Lazzara on 'Loved You A Little', look back on her recent tour supporting YUNGBLUD and hear about working with Underoath on their remix version of 'Hallelujah'.

Incubus' Brandon Boyd On 'Morning View' 20th Anniversary, New Solo Album & Tour Plans Mar 17, 2022

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Incubus frontman Brandon Boyd chats with us via Zoom, fresh from the release of his latest solo album, 'Echoes And Cocoons', featuring the singles 'More Better' and 'Pocket Knife'. He tells us about his writing process, working remotely with producer John Congleton and the new sounds he wanted to experiment with. Plus, we reflect on the recent 20th anniversary of 'Morning View' and Incubus' return to the Malibu house where it was recorded. Finally, we hear how Brandon's recent surgery has impacted his voice and talk through the band's upcoming live dates and return to rehearsals.

Palaye Royale On UK Tour, YUNGBLUD, Carl Barat & New Album 'Fever Dream' Mar 15, 2022

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We chat with Palaye Royale's Remington Leith, Sebastian Danzig and Emerson Barrett as they wrap up their huge UK tour which included a sold out show at London's Roundhouse venue. They show us their new British tattoos and talk playing alongside their hero, The Libertines' Carl Barat, who they plan to write with later this year. Plus, they reflect on their recent tour supporting YUNGBLUD in the US and tell us about their future plans, including upcoming single 'Broken' and new album 'Fever Dream'. Finally, we hear the story behind the writing of 'No Love In LA' and look forward to their hometown performance at When We Were Young Festival later this year.

Fearless Vampire Killers Talk Reunion Show, New Single 'Something Terminal' & Future Plans Mar 14, 2022

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We chat via Zoom with Fearless Vampire Killers' Kier Kemp and Laurence Beveridge as they prepared for their recent surprise reunion show at London's Black Heart venue in Camden. They tell us about the decision to return and the writing process behind their upcoming double a-side single 'Delicate' and 'Something Terminal'. Plus, what does the future hold for the band?

Stand Atlantic's Bonnie Fraser On New Album 'F.E.A.R.' Mar 09, 2022

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We chat with Stand Atlantic's Bonnie Fraser as the band prepare to release their upcoming new album 'F.E.A.R.' featuring singles 'Pity Party' ft Royal & The Serpent and 'Deathwish' ft nothing,nowhere. She talks us through the writing process, the more aggressive sound of the album and putting together the striking cover art. Plus, we talk returning to tour life and how she got her own mum to appear on one of the new songs. Interviewer: James Wilson-Taylor

Foo Fighters' Dave Grohl & Nate Mendel On 'Studio 666', 'The Colour And The Shape' & Live Shows Feb 25, 2022

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We chat with Foo Fighters' Dave Grohl and Nate Mendel as the band prepare to release their new horror movie, 'Studio 666', in cinemas February 25. They tell us about getting into their acting roles and the metal soundtrack that accompanies the film. Plus, we look back on the success of recent album 'Medicine At Midnight', reflect on 25 years of 'The Colour And The Shape' album and find out which bands they are most excited about at the moment. Plus, their huge UK live show plans and what's next for the band.

State Champs' Derek DiScanio On New Album 'Kings Of The New Age' Feb 24, 2022

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We chat with State Champs frontman Derek DiScanio as they prepare to release their upcoming fourth studio album 'Kings Of The New Age', featuring the singles 'Just Sound', 'Outta My Head' and 'Everybody But You' featuring Neck Deep's Ben Barlow. We get all the details on that collaboration alongside the album's other guests - Against The Current's Chrissy Costanza, Four Year Strong and Mitchell Tenpenny. Plus, we look forward to the band's return to touring, including their appearance at When We Were Young festival.

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