And So I Followed an Alternative Religion Podcast

Episode Four from Season Two welcomes James Hart from Eighteen Visions who sat down with us before their short UK tour last December. It's been a trimuphant return to the fold with album XVIII. We talk the inspiration found in his parents classic record collection, the straight edge movement, his love for melody in metal and how did the return come to the fore. Don't forget to share and subscribe!

Episode Three is a man I've been tracking since the beginning of time and managed to grab him last week - Brandon Reilly of Nightmare Of You & The Movielife. We talk the inspiration he finds in new wave British music, coming back with The Movielife and the dreadful Scottish winter weather.

Season 2 is in full swing and our episode 2 is with the prolific Cody Votolato. We talk his history with The Blood Brothers, his Seattle upbrining, walking into the world of electronic music with NIN and everything in between. It's a belter!

After being away 4 months, we're back with Season 2! Episode 1 is with artist, designer and former Manchester Orchestra keyboardist Chris Freeman. We talk Trump, how he joined Manchester, how his departure from Manchester came about and why Kiss From A Rose by Seal is underated.

And So I Followed an Alternative Religion's latest episode is with one of my ultimate idols, former Funeral For a Friend vocalist Matthew Davies-Kreye. Matthew burst onto the scene with Funeral was back in 2001 with tracks such as Juno, Red is the New Black and 10:45 Amsterdam Conversations gaining instant traction with post hardcore fans. We chatted his early influences, what continues to inspire him and the scaryness of going from the valley's of Wales to a genuine cover star and poster boy of early 00's "emo" Complete priviledge!

The third gentleman to face the '10 Questions' is the crazy talented Ace Enders of The Early November and his solo outfit, I Can Make A Mess Like Nobody's Business. We talk his favourite Drive-Thru band, Scottish delicacies, Jimmy Eat World's Clarity and the influence on him alongside loads more.

And So I Followed an Alternative Religion's latest episode is with up and coming UK author Owen Seth. Although new and up and coming, Owen's writing is prolific. Already a few novels down and he shows no sign of slowing down or bringing his talents to a halt. We chat growing up in Sunderland and indeed the North East of England and how that influenced his writing, the ability of influence of his English teachers and what is come in the future. Read 'Soup' for free at https://www.amazon.com/Soup-Owen-Seth-ebook/dp/B01HSR0LU6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1495386202&sr=8-1&keywords=owen+seth+soup

And So I Followed an Alternative Religion's latest episode is with one of the best new actors/directors around, Macon Blair. Macon burst onto the scene with his fabulous portrayal of Dwight Evans in revenge thriller 'Blue Ruin', which won critical acclaim and set him up for his current successes such as 'Green Room' We chatted his younger days of making films with friends and how that has never changed now in his 30s, the sudden burst of fame that comes with success and why he made Elijah Wood wear glasses in his directoral debut 'I Don't Feel at Home in This World Anymore'. What a guy!

Haven't you always wanted to know what your favourite artists ate for breakfast? Or when was the last time they broke the law? Perhaps the best place they ever took a dump? Okay...so maybe not, but we asked them anyway. The second fine chap to face the '10 Questions' was the most hilarious Chris Freeman, formerly of the life changing band Manchester Orchestra. Hear us duet Talking Heads, talk about The Grand Budapest and Jesse Lacey breaking his leg, alongside of other - in hindsight - quite hilarious chat. As Richard Key's always said...it's just banter. Title track is Lost On Me - Balance I do claim rights for any music played on this podcast.

Episode 6 is with Kevin Devine. And So I Followed an Alternative Religion's latest episode sees us sit down with the quite frankly, one of the loveliest, most talented and humble human beings I've ever had the priveldge to meet. Kevin has played solo and as part of Kevin Devine & the Goddamn Band, whilst also having success with Miracle Of '86 and Bad Books. He is a cult figure in the scene for his extensive touring, poetic, heartfelt and for his thoughtful songwriting - he truly is a person I will always support. We talk going solo at a young age, living in Brooklyn and the inspiration he found in Elliott Smith and artists that spoke to power and how it all formed the husband & Father Kevin Devine we see in 2017.

And So I Followed an Alternative Religion's latest episode sees us sit with Cursive frontman Tim Kasher, and it's the first face to face interview so it's a goodie! Tim was a pioneer of the post-hardcore scene from the late 90s onwards. The release of The Ugly Organist pushing him to the forefront and his storytelling cements him as a genuine diamond in the scene. We chatted the rules Cursive have with each release, his journey into screenwriting and his love for horror and Rosemary's Baby in specific. A very kind and gentle soul that I had an immense amount of fun with. Enjoy!

And So I Followed an Alternative Religion's latest episode is with a genuine icon. ThreeOneG label owner Justin Pearson. For 20+ years Justin has been a focal point of the alternative and punk scene. Starting seminal, iconic bands like Swing Kids, The Locust and more recently Retox and Headwound City, he has seen it all and continues to push the barrier of mainstream - all whilst staying more than relevant. We chatted his younger days growing up in San Diego, the social climate that made him the man he is today, fighting Nazi punks and his mindset whilst creating some of the most mind altering bands of a generation. It's a special one.

Haven't you always wanted to know what your favourite artists ate for breakfast? Or when was the last time they broke the law? Perhaps their favourite Goonie? Okay...so maybe not, but we asked them anyway. The first up to face to '10 Questions' was the ever wonderful, ever hilarious, ever thoughtful Kevin Devine...

And So I Followed an Alternative Religion's latest episode is the UK's brightest young talent Sammy Urwin. At 24 years of age he's already smashing out a second highly anticipated album with his band Employed To Serve, whilst also releasing the newest Regurgitate Life album too ALL AT THE SAME TIME! We sat down to chat his early exposure to metal, what Slipknot did for his childhood, how myspace temporarily changed the world for bands and what being on the UK's hottest independent label Holy Roar is like.

And So I Followed an Alternative Religion's latest episode is with one of the main driving forces behind the cult that became The Chariot. Also producing some amazing solo music, he tours and plays with Dan Smith's Listener project. Myself and Jon talk about the impact of life music and the chaos that was The Chariot live shows, growing up a church kid and the life changing aspect of been given a grunge tape by a friend and his best work yet, his upcoming solo album.

And So I Followed an Alternative Religion's first episode is with noise rock legend - Eric Paul. Renowed for his work with Arab on Radar, Chinese Stars and Doomsday Student, he's also found popularity with his written work releasing numerous books on Heartworm Press. We cover his early days, his influences, living in New York during 9/11, life as a Rhode Island man and his love for Wes Eisold.