Rock Sound Podcast

Cavetown, aka Robin Skinner, talks us through the making of their brand new album 'Worm Food', featuring the singles 'frog', '1994' and 'Fall In Love With A Girl'. He talks recording in San Diego and collaborating with Pierce The Veil frontman Vic Fuentes on the song 'A Kind Thing To Do'. Plus, he tells us about the This Is Home project, his huge UK shows including a London date at the Hammersmith Apollo and reflects on 10 years since starting out as a musician on YouTube.

Pierce The Veil chat with us at When We Were Young Festival 2022 in Las Vegas about their huge live show including bringing Kellin Quinn out onstage for 'King For A Day' and wearing the suits from the music video. Plus, Vic, Jaime and Tony talk writing recent single, 'Pass The Nirvana', touring with I Prevail and what to expect from their upcoming new album.

Bush frontman Gavin Rossdale guides us through the making of the band's new album 'The Art Of Survival', produced by Tyler Bates and featuring the single 'More Than Machines' and opening track 'Heavy Is The Ocean'. He tells us about returning to live shows, currently on tour in the US alongside Alice In Chains and Breaking Benjamin. Also, we look back on the success of 'Machinehead' and why it has had such an enduring appeal, from cover versions to sports games. Plus, following the recent Woodstock '99 documentaries, he reflects on performing at the event on the Friday.

Death Cab For Cutie frontman Ben Gibbard talks us through the making of the band's new album 'Asphalt Meadows', featuring the singles 'Roman Candles' and 'Here To Forever'. Also, he tells us about working on the band's covers project 'The Georgia E.P.' and reflects on the continued popularity of TV's 'The OC' and how it promoted the band. Plus, he looks back on the impact of The Postal Service as we approach the 20th anniversary of 'Such Great Heights'.

New Years Day's Ash Costello tells us about working on their latest single 'Hurts Like Hell', the first taste of their upcoming new album. She talks working on more new music, the band's current lineup, returning to live shows and what she learned from previous record 'Unbreakable'.

We chat with Aimee Interrupter and Kevin Bivona from The Interrupters ahead of the release of new album 'In The Wild', featuring the singles 'In The Mirror', 'Jailbird' and 'As We Live' featuring Tim Armstrong and Rhoda Dakar. They talk writing during lockdown and channeling Aimee's personal stories into the lyrics. We also talk following up the success of previous record 'Fight The Good Fight', which included the huge single 'She's Kerosene', and what they hope fans take away from their first listen to the new record. Plus, they reflect on joining Green Day on the Hella Mega Tour and look forward to their upcoming UK live shows.

Waterparks' frontman Awsten Knight chats with us as the band head out on Sad Summer Fest in the US. He tells us about writing the recent singles 'Funeral Grey' and 'Self-Sabotage' and tells us what to expect from the band's upcoming fifth album, including new song 'Brainwashed' and some exciting collaborations. Plus, we talk signing to Fueled By Ramen, their recent show at London's Brixton Academy and the inclusion of 'Telephone' in Netflix's 'Heartstopper' series.

Travie McCoy chats with us, fresh from the release of new album 'Never Slept Better', featuring the singles 'Stop It' and 'Full Monarch'. He tells us about the writing process and musical inspirations behind the record and recruiting Frank Carter for the spoken word title track. Plus, we look back on the success of Gym Class Heroes and why 'Cupid's Chokehold', featuring Fall Out Boy's Patrick Stump, remains so popular. Finally, Travie tells us about his plans for more new solo music in the future.

Parkway Drive frontman talks us through the making of the band's upcoming new album 'Darker Still', featuring the singles 'Glitch' and 'The Greatest Fear'. He tells us how reflecting on their career with documentary 'Viva The Underdogs' helped push them forward, their classic rock and 1990s musical inspirations and working on the epic title track. Plus, we look forward to their upcoming UK tour later this year.

We chat via Zoom with Jamie Campbell Bower ahead of the release of Volume 2 of 'Stranger Things' season 4. He tells us about the metal playlist that helped him get into character and the importance of music within the Netflix show. Also, he tells us which of his own songs he thinks would save him from Vecna. Plus, we find out how he wrote and recorded recent single 'Run On' and his future aims as he moves on from Counterfeit into solo work.

The Gaslight Anthem's Brian Fallon guides us through the band's upcoming return, from tour rehearsals to writing new music. He tells us why now felt like the right time to reform the band, his approach to songwriting and reflects on their debut 'Sink Or Swim' which turns 15 this year. Plus, we look back on his recent solo work, from 'Local Honey' to his holiday record 'Night Divine', and revisiting 'The '59 Sound' for a special lockdown livestream.

Machine Gun Kelly and MOD SUN talk us through the making of their new movie 'Good Mourning', which they co-wrote and directed together. We find out about the casting process, why they almost weren't in the film themselves and writing the title song that appears on the soundtrack. Plus, MGK reflects on the huge success of recent album 'Mainstream Sellout', we find out about another possible collaboration between the pair and discover their favourite aspect of working together.

The Rasmus frontman Lauri Ylönen joins us from Turin for a chat ahead of their performance at the semi-final of the Eurovision Song Contest 2022, representing Finland with the song 'Jezebel'. He talks rehearsals for the show and getting to know his fellow contestants. Plus, how he wrote the song with the legendary Desmond Child, adjusting to a recent lineup change and their new album and tour plans for later this year.

Sum 41 frontman Deryck Whibley chats with us ahead of the band's headline appearance at Slam Dunk Festival 2022. He talks becoming a UK citizen, his recent collaboration with Simple Plan, 'Ruin My Life', and plans for the band's upcoming new double album. Plus, returning to the live stage and relearning songs from their 'All Killer No Filler' album as it celebrates its 21st anniversary. Slam Dunk Festival takes place June 3 in Leeds and June 4 in Hatfield, get tickets and more info here: https://www.slamdunkfestival.com/

Alexisonfire's Wade MacNeil guides us through the making of 'Otherness', the band's first new album in 13 years, which features the recent singles 'Sweet Dreams Of Otherness' and 'Reverse The Curse'. He tells us why they chose that title for the record, the diverse musical inspirations behind it and looks forward to AOF's upcoming headline appearance at Slam Dunk Festival 2022.

Motionless In White frontman Chris Motionless chats to us about the band's upcoming new album 'Scoring The End Of The World', featuring the recent singles 'Cyberhex and 'Masterpiece'. He tells us about the writing process, visual concept and the record's collaborations with Beartooth's Caleb Shomo, Knocked Loose's Bryan Garris and composer Mick Gordon. Plus, he tells us about the band's Trinity Of Terror tour with Ice Nine Kills and Black Veil Brides and looks forward to their appearance at Bring Me The Horizon's Malta Weekender event. Motionless In White frontman Chris Motionless chats to us about the band's upcoming new album 'Scoring The End Of The World', featuring the recent singles 'Cyberhex and 'Masterpiece'. He tells us about the writing process, visual concept and the record's collaborations with Beartooth's Caleb Shomo, Knocked Loose's Bryan Garris and composer Mick Gordon. Plus, he tells us about the band's Trinity Of Terror tour with Ice Nine Kills and Black Veil Brides and looks forward to their appearance at Bring Me The Horizon's Malta Weekender event. Get your MIW magazine and exclusive t-shirt, available WORLDWIDE from http://store.rocksound.tv/miw-tw

We chat with Masked Wolf fresh from the release of 'Fallout', his new collaboration with Bring Me The Horizon. He tells us how the track came together, talks working with frontman Oli Sykes and filming the music video. Plus, he looks back on the huge success of 'Astronaut In The Ocean' and how TikTok helped it find a whole new audience. Oh, and we get to meet his brand new pet kitten!

We chat via Zoom with The Regrettes' Lydia Night as they release their new album 'Further Joy', featuring the singles 'Anxieties (Out Of Time)' and 'You're So Fucking Pretty'. She talks us through the writing process and why they chose that title for the record. Plus, we look back on her collaborations with My Chemical Romance's Gerard Way on 'Dasher' and with the team behind 'Hamilton' on a new version of 'Helpless'.

Yours Truly talk us through their latest single 'Lights On' and what we can expect from their upcoming new music. Also, they reflect on the release of pop punk album 'Self Care' and why they have loved returning to the UK to tour with Against The Current. Plus, Mikaila Delgado tells us about working with Between You & Me on their track 'Go To Hell' and teases an upcoming collaboration with one of her musical heroes.

Against The Current's Chrissy Costanza, Will Ferri and Dan Gow chat with us backstage as they continue their UK tour in support of recent EP 'Fever'. We talk returning to live shows and putting together their setlist, including a cover of Taking Back Sunday's 'MakeDamnSure'. Also, they tell us about writing 'Wildfire' in collaboration with the League Of Legends team, what to expect from their next EP and look forward to Sad Summer Fest later this year. Plus, Chrissy tells us about her upcoming collaboration with State Champs, 'Half Empty', and Will tells why he thinks Tom DeLonge would be a perfect guest on a future ATC song.

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 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 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.

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 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.

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.

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?

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

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.

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.

We chat with Biffy Clyro's Simon, Ben and James about the making of their new documentary, 'Cultural Sons Of Scotland', which follows them as they record their ninth album, 'The Myth Of The Happily Ever After', at their Ayrshire farm HQ during lockdown. Plus, future plans, live ambitions and reflecting on twenty years together as a group. 'Biffy Clyro: Cultural Sons Of Scotland' is available exclusively on Amazon Music Unlimited and Prime Video from February 25.

We chat with Sueco ahead of the release of his album 'It Was Fun While It Lasted' about the writing process behind singles like 'Paralyzed' and 'Loser'. Also, we talk through his high profile collaborations including his work with producer John Feldmann, 'SOS' with Travis Barker, 'Swerve' with Papa Roach and Fever 333. Plus, his secrets to TikTok success and plans for his first ever live tour.

We chat via Zoom with current Rock Sound cover stars Set It Off as Cody, Maxx and Zach guide us through the making of their huge new album 'Elsewhere', featuring the singles 'Skeleton' and 'Projector'. Plus, we talk building a world around the record, its musical similarities to 'Duality' and returning to the live stage for their current US tour alongside As It Is and Stand Atlantic.

Korn frontman Jonathan Davis talks us through the making of the band's new album 'Requiem', featuring the singles 'Start The Healing', 'Forgotten' and 'Lost In The Grandeur'. Jonathan tells us about creating the general sound of the record and why it is so different from previous release 'The Nothing'. Also, we reflect on the upcoming 20th anniversary of the album 'Untouchables' featuring the single 'Here To Stay'. Plus, we find out how the band put together their huge livestream show 'Monumental' and look forward to their joint tour with System Of A Down and grand return to Download Festival.

Frank Turner joins us via Zoom to chat through his upcoming new album 'FTHC', featuring recent singles 'The Gathering' and Scott Hutchison tribute 'A Wave Across A Bay'. He talks working with producer Rich Costey and guest drummers, Muse's Dominic Howard and Nine Inch Nails/Angels & Airwaves member Ilan Rubin. Plus, we talk future live plans, reflect on his split album with NOFX and 15 years since his debut solo album 'Sleep Is For The Week'.

Northlane frontman Marcus Bridge talks us through the making of the upcoming new album 'Obsidian', featuring recent singles 'Plenty', 'Echo Chamber' and 'Clockwork'. He tells us about the challenges of working on the follow-up to 'Alien', the creative freedom of being an independent band and what he learned from making previous acoustic EP '2D'.

Deaf Havana's Matt and James Veck-Gilodi join us via Zoom to talk through the new era of the band, current single 'Going Clear' and their upcoming new album 'The Present Is A Foreign Land'. Plus, what did they learn from the 'Rituals' era? And we look forward to live shows including their appearance at Slam Dunk Festival 2022.

Salem and Creeper frontman Will Gould joins us to tell us about the new version of 'Fall Out Of Love' which appears on the soundtrack and end credits to the new 'Scream' movie. This reworked track now features vocals from Carlie Hanson and additional strings and Will tells us how they got involved with the project and why the horror franchise is the perfect fit for Salem.

We chat with Lorna Shore's Will and Adam about the huge success of 'To The Hellfire' and recent EP '...And I Return To Nothingness'. Plus, they fill us in on what to expect from their upcoming new album and look forward to their upcoming UK tour.

Marianas Trench frontman Josh Ramsay joins us via Zoom to talk through his new solo album, 'The Josh Ramsay Show', featuring the new single 'Lady Mine', a 70s rock inspired collab with Nickelback's Chad Kroeger. We talk approaching new genres, putting together a dream list of guest artists and returning to the live stage. Plus, we find out what is next for Marianas Trench and reflect on ten years of their landmark album 'Ever After'.

We chat backstage with You Me At Six's Josh Franceschi and Max Helyer about returning to the live stage, debuting songs from the number 1 album 'SUCKAPUNCH' and performing 'Hold Me Down' in full. Plus, we look forward to next year when they will celebrate ten years of 'Sinners Never Sleep' with some huge outdoor shows.

As It Is' Patty and Ronnie talk us through the making of their upcoming new album 'I Went To Hell And Back', featuring the new single 'I Miss 2003' and collaborations with Set It Off and The Word Alive. From new production styles to returning to live shows, we get to grips with the new era of the band.

The Vamps' Connor Ball joins us via Zoom to chat through his new band The Lunar Year, a pop punk-inspired project alongside Cheat Codes' Sasa Macek. We talk through their debut single 'Back For More', working with producer Matt Malpass (Machine Gun Kelly, Blink-182, Yungblud) and their upcoming live shows. Plus, he tells us about his dream collaborator - Simple Plan's Pierre Bouvier.

Bullet For My Valentine frontman Matt Tuck chats with us backstage on the band's UK tour as we get all the details on their new self-titled album. We talk through the writing process behind tracks like 'Rainbow Veins' and 'Parasite', putting together the album's intro that references several classic BFMV tracks and we reflect on the band's headline slot at Download Festival's Pilot event earlier this year. Plus, Matt tells us they have even more new music ready for release after the album.

Biffy Clyro frontman Simon Neil joins us to talk through the new album 'The Myth Of The Happily Ever After', featuring the singles 'A Hunger In Your Haunt' and 'Unknown Male 01'. He tells us how the record evolved out of sessions for 'A Celebration Of Endings' to become something new, progressive and lyrically reflecting life during the pandemic. We also look back on debut album 'Blackened Sky' which celebrates its twentieth anniversary next year. Plus, we reflect on the band's headline slot at Reading & Leeds Festival, their recent cover of Metallica's 'Holier Than Thou' and Simon's collaborations with Architects and While She Sleeps.

Ice Nine Kills frontman Spencer Charnas joins us to chat through the band's upcoming new album 'The Silver Scream 2: Welcome To Horrorwood', featuring the singles 'Hip To Be Scared', 'Assault & Batteries' and 'Funeral Derangements'. He tells us all about putting together this sequel record, from selecting the horror movies to developing the grander concept and storyline. Plus, we talk writing music via Zoom, live show plans and even bigger ambitions - could there be an INK movie in the future?

We chat with Asking Alexandria's Danny Worsnop and Ben Bruce as they release their new album 'See What's On The Inside', featuring the huge single 'Alone Again'. They tell us about their new approach to writing, signing to a new record label, what they learned from previous record 'Like A House On Fire' and why they intend to spend more time in the UK moving forward.

We chat via Zoom with Spiritbox's Courtney LaPlante, fresh from the release of their debut album 'Eternal Blue', featuring the singles 'Holy Roller', 'Constance' and 'Circle With Me'. We talk blending musical genres together, the writing process and the story behind the record's title. Plus, we chat through their recent shows and Courtney tells us her big plans for the live debut of 'Yellowjacket' with Architects frontman Sam Carter.

Don Broco frontman Rob Damiani chats with us backstage at Slam Dunk Festival 2021 ahead of their headline set. We talk returning to live music with their Reading & Leeds secret sets, their recent livestream show, fooling us all that he was becoming a boxer for the 'Gumshield' video and look forward to the release of new album 'Amazing Things'. Plus, he tells us about getting Waterparks' Awsten Knight and While She Sleeps' Loz Taylor to join them on stage for 'Action'.

Matt Skiba and Dan Andriano from Alkaline Trio chat with us backstage at Slam Dunk Festival 2021 about returning to the live stage, plans for new music and their upcoming co-headline tour with Taking Back Sunday. Plus, Matt gives us an update on new Blink-182 material and Dan talks working on his new solo record.

iDKHOW's Dallon Weekes and Ryan Seaman chat with us backstage at Reading and Leeds Festival about playing 'Razzmatazz' tracks live for the first time, recent bonus track 'Mx. Sinister', the huge success of 'Leave Me Alone' and their cover of The Cure's 'Boys Don't Cry'.