Podcasts about good things festival

Sam and Max are RIPing the pontiff this week, followed by a few big announcements out of the Australian heavy music scene. Then, Sam's pondering the end of the world as he looks to soundtrack when it all comes to a close.Follow along with the songs we discuss with this week's Spotify Playlist.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.

Interview by Kris PetersA band relentlessly poised on the cutting edge of heavy music, THE PLOT IN YOU have cultivated ongoing critical acclaim and fan adoration since first forming 15 years ago. Hailing from Ohio, the group announced themselves to the scene via their 2011 debut album, First Born, paving the way for their soon-to-be-signature balanced and innovative take on metalcore tropes. Whether weaving elements of alternative, electronica, pop, R&B and beyond into their raw yet thunderous sound, one thing is always certain when it comes to THE PLOT IN YOU: expect the unexpected and hang on for an exhilarating ride.No strangers to Australian audiences, THE PLOT IN YOU previously ticked off an entirely sold-out headline run down under in 2023, before once again wowing Aussie crowds at Good Things Festival in 2023 off the back of their crushing single Forgotten. And as anyone who has previously experienced THE PLOT IN YOU in a live setting will attest, this is an act not to be slept on.In 2026, prepare for the return of THE PLOT IN YOU to Australian shores, with the band announcing a national headline run next January, joined by special guests FIT FOR A KING (USA), BOUNDARIES (USA) and BANKS ARCADE. Kicking off on Wednesday 21 January in Fremantle, THE PLOT IN YOU will visit Adelaide, Chelsea Heights, Melbourne and Sydney, before closing out this mammoth visit on Friday 30 January in Brisbane.HEAVY caught up with vocalist Landon Tewers not long after the tour announcement. Last time they were out here The Plot In You had to put up full house signs everywhere they played, and we remind Landon of this and point out that the band must be dearly loved on this side of the world."Honestly, I think it's collectively all our favourite market to play," he replied. "Even from back when we were way, way smaller coming over, it was always an amazing experience. People seem to really appreciate heavy music in a different way over there. It's always a privilege and an absolute blast coming over there."We ask what has changed with the band since their last visit."Oh man, so much," he returned. "The EPs that we put out seemed to really transcend and connect with a lot of people, which is cool. It will be fun to come over there and play a lot more new stuff. In that time I feel like we have toured so much, and we've gone to so many new places too. We did Japan for the first time. We did South America for the first time. It's cool seeing how things are translating all over the world. It's a pretty unique and bizarre thing to experience, and we're really grateful."In the full interview, Landon spoke more about The Plot In You's live show and why it is warmly regarded as one of the best going around, tailoring set lists depending on what country they are playing in, where Aussie crowds sit on a global scale of rowdiness, bringing Fit For A King and Boundaries along for the tour and why. Banks Arcade who are representing Australia on the run of shows, the three all-ages shows and the joys of influencing the ears of the next generation of music lovers, finding the balance of sounds and genres in a live setting and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heavy-music-interviews--2687660/support.

Words by Kris PetersTwo of the all-time punk greats have returned to Australia, with pioneering California dynamos PENNYWISE and beloved Swedish trailblazers MILLENCOLIN touched down and ready to co-headline a huge run Down Under.A band synonymous with punk rock and thought-provoking lyricism, PENNYWISE erupted out of the vibrant coastal setting of Hermosa Beach in California with their self-titled debut album in 1991, ultimately going on to change the sonic landscape and cultivate a sweltering legacy via their unique blend of DIY spirit, hardcore, skate punk and SoCal pop punk. Renowned for their ability to fuse raw emotion and ravenous energy with themes of empowerment and rallying calls for change, PENNYWISE encapsulate the essence of rebellion with anthems like Bro Hymn and Fuck Authority, while also remaining as fundamental to punk rock and hardcore as stage dives and guitars.With twelve studio albums, including their Certified Gold records About Time (1995), Full Circle (1997) and Straight Ahead (1999), PENNYWISE have also showcased their formidable onstage presence across the globe for decades alongside the biggest names in the scene, most recently supporting Dropkick Murphys for a huge North American tour, and also for Aussie audiences last year as part of Good Things Festival. A band fluent in balancing the spirit of punk alongside subversion and celebration, PENNYWISE are primed to bring the revolution to Australian audiences in 2025.HEAVY spoke with bass player Randy Bradbury to find out more."Not much, really," he replied when we ask what has changed with Pennywise since they were last in Australia. "We've been on the same trajectory for a while. For us, it's about getting out there and playing live and having energetic shows. You wouldn't wanna change that, so not a lot has changed. The important stuff is still intact."In the full interview we talk about Australia being like a second home, how good it feels to have half the tour sold out before they even board the plane over here, touring with Millencolin and why the two bands work well together, what we can expect live, his early days in the band and getting used to being in a band he previously loved, sticking to your guns musically and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heavy-music-interviews--2687660/support.

Interview by Angela CroudacePhoto Credit: Erik Ohlsson, Magnus LarnhedTwo of the all-time punk greats will be returning to Australia with pioneering California dynamos PENNYWISE and beloved Swedish trailblazers MILLENCOLIN set to co-headline a huge run down under.For over 30 years, Swedish icons MILLENCOLIN have vividly put punk on the map. With their original line up still intact since forming back in 1992, MILLENCOLIN's debut album, 1994's Tiny Tunes, opened the floodgates that would shape the quartet's staggering career to come. Skyrocketing their popularity courtesy of the 2000 full-length Pennybridge Pioneers, the rock-infused dive beyond the band's earlier skate punk and ska leanings would ultimately spawn iconic tracks like No Cigar and Penguins & Polarbears, achieving infamy with No Cigar's addition to the soundtrack for Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 2, and ultimately finding the overall album scoring an ARIA Platinum certification.One of punk rock's most famed and favourite acts to emerge out of Europe, MILLENCOLIN have played thousands of shows around the world, including as part of Warped Tour, Soundwave Festival and Big Day Out, multiple sold-out headline performances, tours with the likes of Bad Religion and The Offspring, and, most recently for Australians, at Good Things Festival in 2022. And never ones to rest on their laurels, MILLENCOLIN also continue to finesse their sonic creations, seen vividly via their 2019 album SOS, exploring political and darker themes without sacrificing their explosive energy and gripping melodic.HEAVY caught up with Millencolin guitarist Mathias Färm to find out more.MILLENCOLIN & PENNYWISE tix from destroyalllines.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heavy-music-interviews--2687660/support.

Benny from The Gaslight Anthem joins Sam and Max as they wrap their interview run. They cover some of the big moments since the band's return from hiatus, including a duet with the Boss, as well as ganging up on why they'd all bash Sam to save the world.Connect with The Gaslight Anthem on their Instagram and Facebook, or listen to their latest album, "History Books", on Spotify or Apple Music.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.

[Editor's Note: This was the only interview that had major tech issues, apologies for some shoddy sound quality.]Max and Sam are joined once again by Marcus from Northlane just before he hits the stage at Good Things Festival. They cover how the band is going multi-media with tracks in video games, and which developers should hit them up next *cough* Rockstar *cough*.Connect with Northlane on their Instagram and TikTok, or listen to their latest single, "Welcome to the Industry", on Spotify or Apple Music.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.

Sam and Max catch up with Kellin and Nick from Sleeping with Sirens after their first chat at Good Things 2022. They find out their research skills are lacking, but also hear about the band's big call out to Weezer, and how the San Diego scene shaped their sound.Connect with Sleeping with Sirens on their Instagram and TikTok, or listen to their latest album, "Complete Collapse", on Spotify or Apple Music.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.

Sam and Max are joined in the sauna by Liverpool's genre-defying metal band, Loathe. They cover some inter-band beefs, compare themselves to that other band from Liverpool, and get a heads-up on a bit of an album.Connect with Loathe on their Instagram and TikTok, or listen to their latest album, "The Things They Believe", on Spotify or Apple Music.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.

Reporting from the backstage area at Good Things Festival, Sam and Max chat with Mark from Australian rock icons, Jet, about their latest single, "Hurry Hurry", a unique musical fact about their huge debut album Get Born, and ranking themselves against the Beatles via a proxy.Connect with Jet via their Facebook and Instagram, and listen to their latest single "Hurry Hurry" on Spotify and Apple Music.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.

Sam and Max look back at their sweaty, moist day at Good Things Brisbane, debate whether it's blasphemous to seek out a setlist before seeing a show, and then talk deep about the formative albums that shaped their music tastes.Follow along with the songs we discuss with this week's Spotify Playlist.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.

Sam is going full electro-clash once again, reviewing the debut album from The Dare. Along the way, we answer the age-old question of phones at concert, and whether or not to catch public transport.Follow along with the songs we discuss with this week's Spotify Playlist.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.

US rock outfit Sleeping With Sirens have made their career on a combination of honesty, music and humour.The band rose to fame early on with their song If I'm James Dean, You're Audrey Hepburn, the lead single from their debut album With Ears to See and Eyes to Hear, which was released in 2010. Their second album, Let's Cheers to This, was released in 2011 and became a breakout for the band, thanks to the popular single If You Can't Hang, which was quickly certified Gold.But as consistently good as their music has been, Sleeping With Sirens have never been ones to take themselves too seriously. In an age where many are afraid to sneeze for fear of offending someone, Sleeping With Sirens have stayed true to their convictions and whimsical nature, delivering a succession of well received albums that have played a part in the position we currently find the band.Back in Australia for their second Good Things appearance at a festival that is only three years old. HEAVY first met the rockers at Good Things 2022, facing the daunting proposition of a virtual baptism of fire when we drew them first cab off the rank for what was our first ever backstage festival round of interviews.As it was again last Friday when the Metal Gods dished up Sleeping With Sirens for us to open the day with once more. But this time we were ready...Good Things 2024 tickets and more details: https://goodthingsfestival.com.au/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heavy-music-interviews--2687660/support.

If the rebellious youth of society had a queen back in the mid to late 80's you can bet your life that queen would have been a seemingly shy young lady from Violet Town called Ella Hooper. Coupling her struggles of being brought up in a small country town with the almost overwhelming burdens that life as a teenager can throw at you, Hooper and brother Jesse formed a band called Killing Heidi and instantly struck a chord with a new generation of fans for which music was their only salvation.Killing Heidi are still mesmerising audiences decades after sharing their life and struggles via music. Their enduring popularity and renewed zest saw the band rewarded with a slot at GOOD THINGS 2024.HEAVY caught up with guitarist Jesse Hooper to find out more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heavy-music-interviews--2687660/support.

American rock outfit L7 are just as relevant today as they were when they formed back in 1985. Never ones to shy away from confrontation or back down from their beliefs, L7 have survived hiatuses, member changes and the changing tide of opinion to emerge even stronger than before. Despite the constant state of turmoil that has managed to afflict daily life, L7 have endured, harnessing that anger and resentment into an undeniable force of music that presently sees the band back in Australia once more.HEAVY caught up with frontwoman Donita Sparks ahead of L7's first show of GOOD THINGS 2024 to find out more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heavy-music-interviews--2687660/support.

We're off to Good Things Festival today, so just a quick NBA Straya Weekend Preview show!  We fang through the latest news including Kawhi Leonard perhaps being back for the Clippers in time for Christmas, Khris Middleton returning for the Bucks for their game against Boston tomorrow and Wemby, Curry and LeBron all might be out!   Then we punch through the ENTIRE weekend's slate of NBA games with a preview for each of them… and there are some CRACKING games in there! Milwaukee @ Boston? Phoenix @ Miami!? Minnesota @ Golden State… TWICE!? How good is that!?  Who will win (or at least cover)? Find out with NBA PICKS WITH NBA STRAYA. Enjoy! Righto - cheers ledges!!  and thanks for tuning in to th best NBA podcast in the world!! Onyas... 

The Living End are one of the few bands ever to successfully negotiate the chasm between punk rock sensibilities and mainstream success without losing their integrity.Their 1997 EP Prisoner Of Society/Second Solution quickly became the barometer for musical uprising amongst the youth of the world, catapulting the band into the spotlight, from which they have never strayed far.Last year saw The Living End celebrate the 25th anniversary of that breakthrough EP, with the band having all but separated themselves from that chaotic side to their nature without ever losing the trust and respect of their fans.2024 has seen the band perform at a selection of different festivals, all with vastly different demographics yet united by one cause.Music.After wowing crowds at the Mundi Mundi Bash recently, The Living End next set their sights on the open sea as part of Rock The Boat 2024 and now find themselves closing out the year as part of Good Things 2024. It is a fitting reward for effort for the hard rocking trio, with frontman Chris Cheney understandably content when HEAVY caught up with him ahead of the first show.Good Things Festival hits Sydney on December 7 before moving to Brisbane for the final show on December 8.Tickets and more details: https://goodthingsfestival.com.au/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heavy-music-interviews--2687660/support.

While safety first is becoming an increasingly mundane and almost conformist part of the global music scene, there are bands out there who refuse to yield, preferring to allow their natural creativity dictate the terms of music rather than cater to the whims of the masses.Sydney music machine Reliqa are one of the bands.Despite their relative youth in the cogs of the unforgiving music scene, Reliqa continue to push the boundaries of the acceptable parameters of modern music. Their May debut album Secrets Of The Future was a breath of fresh air - delivered with the subtlety of a sledgehammer - laying the platform for a sustained assault on the music world based on self belief and conviction rather than expectation.The band are content to ride a steady wave to success, paying their dues through headlining tours of their own, as well as a multitude of high profile international support to help build a solid fan base. That eye on the future continues this weekend as Reliqa rub shoulders with bands such as Korn, Mastodon, Kerry King and Billy Corgan as part of Good Things 2024.HEAVY caught up with vocalist Monique Pym ahead of Reliqa's first show.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heavy-music-interviews--2687660/support.

When thrash legends Slayer called it a day last year, it left a gaping hole in guitarist Kerry King's musical psyche that was impossible to fill.After conquering the world of metal for four decades as part of the legendary outfit, King suddenly found himself cut off from the world he knew and helped create. It was to become a pivotal moment in King's career, who knew with every fibre of his being that he was not done with music.Nor it with him.King buried himself in the major constant in his life, working on, and ultimately releasing his debut album From Hell I Rise. Featuring a new-look band, King released an album as expected, echoing ghosts of future musical pasts but also creating a definitive body of work that emphatically revealed just how much of his own DNA was embedded in Slayer's music.Now, King is in Australia for the first time with his new band, ripping it up as part of Good Things 2024. HEAVY had the pleasure of chatting with the great man before the first show in Melbourne.Good Things Festival hits Sydney on December 7 before moving to Brisbane for the final show on December 8.Tickets and more details: https://goodthingsfestival.com.au/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heavy-music-interviews--2687660/support.

Jason "Cone" McCaslin is the bassist of Canadian band, Sum 41. The band are one of the headlining acts of this year's Good Things Festival and will play their last ever headline shows of Australia this month.

From Ashes To New have had a stellar 2024, with the release of Blackout Deluxe capitalising on the success of the original album and opening up the band to a wider fanbase who got to hear a different side of the band's musical psyche.It is already their best performing album, so much so that it has propelled them across the world for their first visit to Australia when they hit the stage as part of Good Things 2024, starting in Melbourne on December 6 before moving through Sydney and Brisbane over consecutive days. It is hard to believe this will be From Ashes To New's debut performance Down Under, with HEAVY getting the opportunity to talk with guitarist Matt Brandyberry to find out more.In the full interview, Matt expressed his excitement about his first tour of Australia, which he has been wanting to do for over a decade. He mentioned that he has no idea what to expect from Australian crowds and that he is looking forward to a stripped-down, old-school throwdown-style show.We spoke about their performance at Good Things and who he was more looking forward to playing with, the vibe backstage at festivals and catching up with old friends and the difference between the dynamics between bands at festivals and on smaller tours which led to a chat about From Ashes To New's own headlining sideshows. He also mentioned that fans could expect to hear a few different songs from Blackout Deluxe, which featured collaborations with various artists. Matt expressed satisfaction with the album's performance and the positive fan reaction to the risk they took by releasing it. He used the example of Bad Omens' success with their album Death of Peace of Mind to illustrate the importance of taking risks in the music industry.Matt also revealed that From Ashes to New are working on new material, but due to personal and work commitments, the process has been slow. He emphasized the importance of taking risks and being genuine in their music, aiming to create something that will resonate with fans for decades.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heavy-music-interviews--2687660/support.

Sydney rock outfit RedHook have been making a nuisance of themselves all over the world in recent years, playing with The Smashing Pumpkins and Janes Addiction as part of The World Is A Vampire Tour and at Good Things Festival alongside Bring Me The Horizon, Gojira, Soulfly, Jinjer and more in their home country, as well as international festivals Rock AM Ring, Download and others.Their relentless touring schedule and work ethic is showing dividends, with debut album Postcards From A Living Hell (2023) asserting the band's authority after a six-year wait, setting RedHook up for the next phase of their career which gained traction last Friday with the release of their sophomore album Mutation."Mutation is an audacious, genre-bending second album that is unblinking in its lyrical honesty, ambitious sonic production, and infectiously memorable songwriting, read the press release. "Incorporating influences ranging from alt-pop, future bass and hip-hop to metal, punk and post-hardcore, RedHook are wholly unafraid to be uniquely themselves, combining layers of intricate synths, brass, heavy guitars, samples and dynamic drum work to create an intoxicating 11-track cocktail that hits like a Molotov.'Put simply, it is a step-up in everything RedHook is known and loved for, and then some.To celebrate the album's release, HEAVY recently conducted a video review/interview with vocalist Emmy Mack where we read the interview out to her track by track and ask if we are on the right path and find out more about each song. It offers a unique glimpse into the music from the perspective of the people who wrote it.Check out what Emmy had to say about the track Breaking Up With."I love that, nailed it!" she smiled at HEAVY's assessment of the song. "I suppose that song is very mischievous (laughs). Breaking Up With to me… I always see it as kind of either a sequel, or I guess it's the antithesis to Bad Decisions, which is our biggest song. I was in a very different headspace when I wrote that song, and Bad Decisions is revelling in feeling like a complete and utter piece of shit. Breaking Up with is more about being like, you know what, I'm not going to do that any more. I'm gonna be nicer to myself, so breaking that cycle of self-loathing and self-destructive behaviour and be less of a shit cu%t (laughs)."Watch/listen to the full interview to go into Mutation deeper than ever before.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heavy-music-interviews--2687660/support.

New Jersey rock outfit The Gaslight Anthem are experiencing somewhat of a new lease on life.Grabbing the attention of a global audience with their 2007 debut Sink Or Swim, The Gaslight Anthem rammed the point home with their second album The '59 Sound the following year, becoming the first band in British music history to appear on the cover of Kerrang! magazine without the magazine having previously written about them.Three more albums followed, with 2014's Get Hurt ultimately turning out to be The Gaslight Anthem's last new music in almost a decade when they went on hiatus the following year. As the years passed with only a fleeting one-off show and murmurings rather than rumblings greeting any talk of another crack at music, it seemed The Gaslight Anthem had fired their last shot in anger before announcing a second coming in 2020 which led to the band's sixth release History Books that made an emphatic statement that The Gaslight Anthem weren't just returning for the nostalgia.The long and tumultuous path has led to the engaging four-piece set to make the long trek to Australia in less than two weeks as part of Good Things Festival 2024 alongside Korn, Electric Callboy, Sum 41, Mastodon, Kerry King and a stack of others. HEAVY spoke with guitarist Alex Rosamilia to get a better feel for what to expect, starting by asking if he is packed and ready to go."Um…. I'd like to say yes," he laughed. "But no. I'll be doing that last minute, as per usual." HEAVY points out that with the amount of time The Gaslight Anthem spend on the road, the temptation to drag your feet in your rare down time would win on most occasions."Sometimes I just leave them in the bag for the next one," he smiled, "but there was too much time in between this and the last tour."This will be The Gaslight Anthem's first trip to Australia in almost a decade, so we ask what has changed with the band between visits."You mean aside from us all getting married and having kids and starting a family," he joked. "That's probably the biggest change, and it's a pretty big change to have (laughs). It's crazy to think it's been ten years since we've been over there."In the full interview, Alex talks more about touring life and the atmosphere amongst bands at larger festivals like this. He spoke about The Gaslight Anthem's headlining side shows as well, and how the sets will differ for fans and the different dynamics between festival shows and club gigs.Alex gave us a glimpse into what fans can expect from The Gaslight Anthem live, giving new listeners three songs to check before heading to Good Things. We looked behind the band's hiatus and reforming the band and how the long layoff might have affected their confidence and cohesion. That led to a chat about their new album History Books and how it was received by fans plus how it represents The Gaslight Anthem moving forward and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heavy-music-interviews--2687660/support.

Interview by Angela CroudaceJaret Reddick, the charismatic frontman of Bowling for Soup, shared his excitement about returning to Australia after 15 years, the band's upcoming 30th anniversary, and his passion for mental health advocacy. As Bowling for Soup prepares to take the stage at the Good Things Festival, Jaret reflected on the band's journey and the importance of addressing mental health issues in the music industry.Over three decades in the music scene, Jaret's journey has been anything but ordinary. Beyond his work with the band, he has ventured into voice acting, songwriting, and a country music side project. "Music is what I do, and it's what I love," he shared, emphasising his dedication to creativity. Jaret's commitment to staying busy is driven by a desire to keep creating: "Making things is my favourite thing to do in the world."Jaret is also a vocal advocate for mental health awareness, particularly within the music industry. "I really was unaware of how vast the struggle was," he admitted, reflecting on his late-in-life battle with depression and anxiety. "Once I became educated myself, I was just like, 'Gosh, I've had this so wrong."His candidness about mental health challenges aims to destigmatise the conversation, as he recalls, "I was embarrassed to talk about it…but it's normal."He noted a significant shift in how mental health is tackled within the industry. "I've seen that stigma start to go away quite a bit," he observed. Jaret's mission is to encourage others to seek help, stating, "If this could happen to me, it could happen to anybody."Reflecting on Bowling for Soup's iconic hits like 1985, Jaret shared that their success has been a gradual journey. "Nothing for Bowling for Soup has ever just exploded," he said. "Everything's been really gradual." This slow burn has fostered a deep appreciation for their loyal fan base. As Jaret noted, "The fact that people still appreciate those songs…is just a testament to what we created."Jaret let HEAVY in on an exclusive secret: the band is preparing to debut new music. Jaret hinted at an album title inspired by a casual conversation: "Party if We Have To." He explained, "It's an ongoing thing where something will just happen, and I'll go, 'That's a good name for an album."When asked what he hopes audiences take away from their shows, Jaret responded sincerely: "A smile on their face." He loves seeing fans sing along and connect with the music. "If you're here and this is the first time you smile in a week, you feel like you're alone—you're not."As he prepares to hit the stage in Australia, Jaret shared his excitement about returning here for the first time in over a decade. "We can't wait to see you guys. It's been way too long." he expressed,"We've had a few plans to come back that didn't work out, whether it was the pandemic or whatever, but I'm glad it's finally happening." For fans eagerly anticipating their return, Jaret promises an unforgettable experience. "Honestly, we just can't wait."Jaret's commitment to putting on uplifting shows and raising mental health awareness continues to resonate, as evidenced by the demand for their touring and the crowds Bowling for Soup still draws all these years after their peak of fame. The popularity of their tours and the crowds attest to the band's dedication to performing feel-good shows and promoting mental health awareness. Even now, years after their heyday, Bowling for Soup continues to attract audiences worldwide.A perfect addition to the Good Things Festival line-up, you can guarantee their show will put a smile on your face and fill you with that sweet 2000s nostalgia.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heavy-music-interviews--2687660/support.

As if this year wasn't already exciting enough for Nebraska rock outfit 311 with their upcoming appearance at Good Things Festival 2024 alongside Sum 41, Korn, Mastodon, Kerry King and more, but the band have added a touch more spice to proceedings with the release of their 14th studio album Full Bloom late last week.Full Bloom is the group's first full-length project in 5 years, following their album Voyager in 2019. Their first single off the album, You're Gonna Get It is the band's highest charting song in 13 years, breaking into the top 15 at Alternative Radio. It is proof alone that despite the apparent need for regular releases in the modern musical climate, good music will always be good music and fans will (almost) always stay loyal to good music.Thirty-three years into a stellar career, 311 continues to produce compelling, unifying music, with a unique, hybrid sound that encapsulates rock, rap, reggae and funk still turning heads with regularity.Bass player P-Nut joined HEAVY to talk about the album, Good Things and whatever else popped up."I don't get nervous about much," he replied when we asked if the excitement of a new album was still the same 14 albums in. "The fear's been scared out of me, I guess (laughs). But releasing an album is a tenuous, nerve wracking, kind of anxious emotion. It's kind of a scary thing to release an album, even if we've done it fourteen times now."We ask if the band has a set creative process measured over time or if each album presents new challenges."I think everyone's got their own method," P - Nut measured. "We come together when those reach whatever peak. Nick calls me in for lyrics frequently, which is really fun, and it's been something that I've really enjoyed in the band over the last fifteen years or so. We're pretty fixed. We've all got home studios, and we work relatively well on our own. We have demo-itis sometimes where the demos can be better than the finished result (laughs), but I think that's just my ears sometimes. It's really fun recording still. It's only easier, of course now, but now I think everyone's fixed in their way and we get together when the time is right."In the full interview P - Nut talks more about Full Bloom, what to expect musically, how it differs to 2019's Voyager, keeping a steady fan base, their appearance at Good Things Festival, which bands on the line-up 311 hasn't played with before, what we can expect from them live, their just announced sideshows, three songs to get to know the band better plus more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heavy-music-interviews--2687660/support.

While Good Things 2024 boasts a stellar line-up of hard rock and metal bands - including Korn, Kerry King, Northlane, Alpha Wolf and From Ashes To New - the band on everybody's lips as a must see on the day is Mastodon.Since emerging in 2000 the Atlanta quartet have defied both sonic and thematic boundaries with an uncategorizable, undeniable, and uncompromising vision unlike anything else in music. Quite simply, Mastodon have quietly evolved into one of the most influential, inimitable, and iconic rock bands of the modern era.Following their recent collaboration on single Floods Of Triton with Lamb Of God, Mastodon have found themselves in perpetual motion on the road, leading them all the way to Australia where fans are already counting down the days.HEAVY caught up with drummer Brann Dailor to find out more. We start by asking if he gets excited about touring as part of a festival line-up as he does his own headlining shows."They're different," he mused. "I'm just happy to be there. I'm excited to get up on stage and play in front of anybody. I don't care if there's five people there, I don't care if there's 10,000 people there, I give the same exact show every time. I'm not gonna say if it's something crazy like opening for Iron Maiden… there's been moments in my life with big shows that I'm very, very excited to be a part of it, but I like playing. I like being at festivals. I don't care if we're playing during the day or if it's at night. (I've had) A lot of pinch me moments in my life where I can't believe I do this for a living. I try to ride it out (laughs)."In the full interview, Brann goes through some of the other bands on the Good Things line-up and shares experiences playing with them, reveals what we can expect from Mastodon live, their new song with Lamb Of God, creating music with another metal heavyweight, upcoming new material, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heavy-music-interviews--2687660/support.

Experimenting with a live call on the show, Sam and Max get a first-hand review from an old friend on a recent live show, before diving into their favourite new tracks from the week. Then it's looking through the big hitters hitting BIGSOUND in a few weeks, and re-visit to Festy Corner as the summer line-up drops don't stop.Sam unzips the suitcase to chat about big bands with some crumby names, and makes a bold declaration.Follow along with the tracks we discuss with our Spotify Playlist!Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.

Interview by Kris PetersGood Things Festival is back for another year, and that can only mean one thing.More world class live acts!Featuring the likes of KORN, Kerry King, SUM 41, Billy Corgan, Electric Callboy, Mastodon, Jet, The Gaslight Anthem and more, GT24 is already shaping up as an absolute cracker. But, of course, one of the best things about large music festivals is the opportunity to discover new bands. Because if they weren't good, they wouldn't have made the cut, right?For Good Things 2024 one of those bands who will definitely be on people's radar is Swedish metal outfit Imminence who, despite being around for more than a decade, have never made it to our side of the world.Imminence have made a huge impact on the music world pretty much everywhere else, with their latest album The Black cementing their status as one of the bands to watch anywhere and everywhere they play. HEAVY caught up with vocalist/violin player Eddie Berg to find out more."It's always about getting the formal invitation you have been waiting for," he laughed when asked why Imminence have neglected Australia for so long.We bring up the fact that organisers must have extreme faith in the band to bring them out without an established market, to which Eddie nods in agreement."Absolutely," he affirmed. "I think we'll come in cold," he added when asked how much preparation the band will do on what to expect when they get here. "We already have some people there that we're friends with through the internet, so it's gonna be great to finally see them. I think that we should just go in there with an open mind and see what it's like."In the full interview we talk about some of the other bands playing, what Imminence are expecting from Australian audiences, what we should expect from them, three songs for people to listen to in order to know the band better, the early days of Imminence while he was still in high school, his early attitude towards making a career out of music, how he focussed on a career from a young age, the blending of Swedish metal with violin that forms the nucleus of Imminence's sound, how difficult it is in the creative process to infuse the opposing styles together and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heavy-music-interviews--2687660/support.

Welcome to the latest episode of "Hard N Heavy Headlines with Emmy Mack," the ultimate destination for all things rock and metal. In this episode, we dive deep into the world of hard rock and heavy metal, bringing you the most exciting and controversial stories from the industry. First up, we discuss Corey Taylor's candid revelations about his mental health struggles. The Slipknot frontman, fresh from his Australian tour at Good Things Festival, has made the difficult decision to cancel several international solo tour dates to prioritize self-care. Taylor's transparency sheds light on the often-overlooked mental health challenges faced by artists, sparking a mixed reaction from fans. Next, we delve into the heated exchange between David Lee Roth and Eddie Van Halen's son, Wolfgang. Roth, the iconic former Van Halen frontman, has released a scathing YouTube video accusing Wolfgang of nepotism and attention-seeking behavior, including a shocking incident involving two female accountants at a Van Halen show. In the realm of Aussie metalcore, we're excited to bring you news of two massive collaborations. Northlane has teamed up with Winston McCall of Parkway Drive for their new song "Miasma," while Alpha Wolf has joined forces with actor, rapper, and Body Count frontman Ice-T for their explosive track "Sucks 2 Suck." Finally, we celebrate the 30th anniversary of Alice in Chains' seminal 1994 EP, 'Jar of Flies.' The band has announced a deluxe box set reissue, including a super limited LP option featuring actual flies embedded in it – a collector's item that's sure to sell out fast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Karl Spiessl is the screamer/vocalist from harcore band Ocean Sleeper! They're just about to wrap a huge year on the touring circuit, they sold out their own headline tour, spent some time on the road with Sunk Loto and wrapped it all up touring Good Things Festival! We chat about the band's rise, his switch from vocals to screaming and what they get up to backstage. Become a member of The Street Press! www.thestreetpresspodcast.com/join Write in to the show! www.thestreetpresspodcast.com/letters Instagram @thestreetpresspodcast @seanfrazer

Frenzal Rhomb are as reliable as Grandma's recipe for scones, and probably twice as durable.For more than 30 years now, Australia's masters of punk and ska have gone about their business unchecked, churning out consistently high-quality albums with tongue more than firmly planted in cheek.The lyrics - while relatively easy to digest - are also cutting, honest, raw and delivered with the spite of a rattlesnake yet still Frenzal Rhomb can seemingly do no wrong.After appearing at nearly every known Australian music festival in recent times, the Frenzal train was finally docked at an International festival in the form of Good Things 2023, and despite drawing the short straw and having to play at the same time as Limp Bizkit, still managed to draw plenty of punters to their corner of the arena over the three shows.Kris and Simon from HEAVY managed to catch frontman Jason Whalley not long before the third and final show, and he was in typically laconic form.NOTE - due to interviews being conducted backstage at a music festival the audio may not be 100% crisp at times

Enter Shikari have been a household name for almost two decades now, their unique blending of genres endearing them to a disenfranchised world starving for change.After the tables were turned during the COVID pandemic, Enter Shikari found themselves floundering without their reliable support network, at a creative loss with seemingly no resolution. Rather than allowing the state of the world to defeat them, the band took an introspective look at themselves and what was important to them, with the resulting album A Kiss For The Whole World - released earlier this year - reaffirming not only their passion for music but also their unyielding love affair with their fans.As is normally the case following a successful album release, Enter Shikari have been taking to the stage consistently ever since, with the juggernaut finally returning to Australia for the just completed Good Things 2023 Festival.Simon and Kyra from HEAVY were on hand backstage to chat with the band after the final set of their run of three festival shows in Brisbane.NOTE: due to interviews being conducted backstage at a music festival some audio might be affected

Recording immediately prior to the release of Spotify Wrapped, Sam and Max have a punt on what might be in their top 10s. Then the boys sit down with Loz and Aaran from British metallers, While She Sleeps ahead of their show at the Good Things Festival. They cover the importance of the Barn in the formation of the band, how they treat the band like a business as self-managers, and what their fan's varied reactions to their latest single, "Self Hell" meant to them.Connect with While She Sleeps on Instagram and Facebook, and listen to their latest single, "Self Hell" on Spotify and Apple Music. Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram, on Facebook.

The Good Things, they're a-coming, so we're loading up with a bonus ep in the feed, as Sam and Max chat with Bonnie from Stand Atlantic ahead of the Good Things Festival. They cover how to completely sideline yourself when on tour, exploring new sounds as a band, and how to get around the ambush shoey.Connect with Stand Atlantic on Instagram and Facebook, and listen to their latest single, "Sex on the Beach" on Spotify and Apple Music. Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram, on Facebook.

Welcome to the latest episode of Hard N Heavy Headlines with Emmy Mack of RedHook, where we dive into the heart of the metal and hard rock scene. In this episode, we're breaking down the electrifying KNOTFEST 2024 lineup, headlined by the legendary PANTERA, making its way to Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane this coming March. While fans will miss SLIPKNOT themselves, the lineup boasts heavy-hitters like DISTURBED, LAMB OF GOD, and HALESTORM, sparking a mix of emotions in the metal community. In addition to the KNOTFEST excitement, we're bringing you the latest tour news. Metalcore veterans EMMURE are set to storm Australia in February 2024, accompanied by special guests TEN56 and DIAMOND CONSTRUCT. We've got all the details on ticket sales and what to expect from this adrenaline-pumping tour. The excitement continues with an update on the GOOD THINGS FESTIVAL. The official maps and set times are out, showcasing five stages of non-stop music action. Get ready to plan your festival experience with us! Lastly, we're talking about MOTLEY CRUE's Tommy Lee and his recent Instagram rant about the staggering price of cigarettes in Australia. Why is Tommy Lee so angry about paying $63 for a pack of Marlboro Gold 25s at a Melbourne 7-Eleven? Find out in this episode of Hard N Heavy Headlines.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Off the back of a long time apart, Sam and Max finally get to catch up on what they've been listening to with each other, before dialling in with Rou from UK metallers Enter Shikari, ahead of their live shows with Good Things Festival. They chat about the essentials in a hiking bag, Lord of the Fries, and why recreating the breadth of life's experiences requires a whole heap of genres to dabble in.Connect with Enter Shikari on Instagram and Facebook, and listen their latest album "A Kiss for the Whole World" on Spotify and Apple Music. Catch them live at the Good Things Festival, or at their headline sideshows, in December.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram, on Facebook.

Hold onto your seats because this week's episode of "Hard N Heavy Headlines with Emmy Mack of RedHook" is packed to the brim with electrifying news, upcoming tours, and the industry's latest controversies. If you're an avid fan of rock and metal, you won't want to miss this episode! Iron Maiden's Legendary Return Leading the headlines, we've got monumental news that's sure to stir the souls of metalheads across Australia—IRON MAIDEN is embarking on a colossal Australian tour in September 2024. This isn't just any tour; they're bringing the iconic metal outfit KILLSWITCH ENGAGE to warm up the crowd. Venues span from the western coast in Perth, over to Adelaide, down to Melbourne, and then up the eastern seaboard to Brisbane and Sydney. Mark your calendars for October 24th because that's when the ticket sales go live on Ticketek. And don't forget, we're giving you an exclusive chance to win your way into the show, but you'll have to keep tuning into Hard N Heavy to find out how! Queens of the Stone Age: The Mystery Unveiled As if one mega tour wasn't enough, QUEENS OF THE STONE AGE have also teased their 2024 Australian and New Zealand tour. While exact dates are still under wraps, the tour promises to be a monumental event, hitting cities including Perth, Adelaide, Hobart, Torquay, Melbourne, Sydney, Gold Coast, and Brisbane. Stay glued to our updates for more details! Good Things Festival: A Musical Smorgasbord Festival fans, rejoice! We've got fresh updates on all the GOOD THINGS FESTIVAL SIDESHOWS happening this December. Expect headlining shows from the likes of Limp Bizkit, Corey Taylor, Pennywise, I Prevail, Enter Shikari, Behemoth, and a whole lot more. It's a festival lineup that's as diverse as it is electrifying. Foo Fighters: Your Second Chance If you missed the first wave of FOO FIGHTERS tickets, now's your opportunity. A brand-new batch of tickets, including more budget-friendly options in 'sight restricted' areas, have been released for their stadium shows in cities like Perth, Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane. Grab them quick from Frontier Touring before they vanish! KISS's Tragic Legal Battle Switching gears to a more somber tone, the episode also examines the lawsuit filed by the widow of KISS's late guitar tech, Francis Stueber, who died from COVID-19 in 2021. His widow, Catherine, alleges the band's failure to enforce adequate COVID safety measures, opening a broader discussion about industry responsibility during these challenging times. Ghost: Beyond The Stage Last but not least, GHOST is stepping out of the musical sphere and into film. Frontman TOBIAS FORGE confirmed the band is working on a movie, drawing inspiration from Metallica's "Through the Never." It promises to blend concert elements with "something else," teasing an innovative, multimedia experience.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sam and Max, reunited back on the mics again, chat about their list of "red flag" artists, before diving into a chat with Shaun from Aussie Pop-punk legends Short Stack ahead of their regional tour and the Good Things Festival. In the chat they cover what it's like touring with the kids in tow, what it's like going feral in the regional shows, and whether the sweepy fringe will come back.Connect with Short Stack on Instagram and Facebook, and listen their latest single "Shotgun Wedding" on Spotify and Apple Music. Catch them live on their regional tour, or at the Good Things Festival in December.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram, on Facebook.

The boys are back to talk about Steve's trip to the Women's World Cup Final and Cam's fun times at an Unwritten Law gig. They also talk about upcoming shows from The Living End, Paul McCartney, Boy & Bear and Kevin Mitchell (Jebediah/Bob Evans), as well as the 2023 Good Things Festival lineup announcement.Follow Garage Rock on our socials for new music:Instagram: @garagerockpodcastFacebook: facebook.com/garagerockpodcastYouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCfi6SBQ4di4hXhtuehMQpIw

Join Emmy Mack of RedHook in an electrifying episode of Hard N Heavy Headlines, where we dive deep into the most thrilling updates from the world of rock and metal. From monumental lineup announcements to tantalizing glimpses of unreleased albums, we've got your metal cravings covered. In this episode: Massive Lineup Unveiled for Good Things Festival 2023!Get ready to rock as Good Things Festival brings you a colossal lineup that's bound to blow your mind. Brace yourself for headlining acts Limp Bizkit and the iconic pop-punk veterans Fall Out Boy. But that's not all – the lineup is a powerhouse of heavy acts from both Australia and abroad. Prepare to be immersed in the sonic waves of I Prevail, Bullet For My Valentine, Corey Taylor (solo mode engaged), Pennywise, Enter Shikari, Behemoth, Sepultura, Frenzal Rhomb, Make Them Suffer, and countless others. Mark your calendars for an unforgettable December across Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane. Early bird catches the riff – tickets on sale from August 24th at 10am. Unveiling Slipknot's Lost Gem: 'Look Outside Your Window'It's been a long wait, but 2024 might just gift us Slipknot's hidden treasure. The shelved 2008 album 'Look Outside Your Window' could finally see the light of day. Recorded during the same era as 'All Hope Is Gone,' this gem remained hidden – until now. Corey Taylor, the enigmatic frontman, hints that the world might finally experience this auditory masterpiece next year. Prepare to be transported to a sonic dimension that's been waiting for its moment to shine. Aerosmith's Alternate Timeline: Daughtry's Surprising RevelationDid you know that Chris Daughtry once had the chance to step into Aerosmith's shoes? The 2000s brought forth an unexpected twist in the rock world when Joe Perry approached Chris to potentially replace Steven Tyler, who was embarking on a solo journey. The gears of fate turned differently, as Steve and his bandmates reconciled, preventing this alternate reality. Discover the untold stories that shape the rock and metal universe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

https://www.jcaldigital.org/punching-sidewaysIn this episode Josh shares some stories about getting old and going to the Good Things music festival in Melbourne. The guys chatted The "Aroma" of Trains, the Pain Levels of Standing Up, and $22 Sandwiches. Keep and eye (and an ear out) for the next episode, the guys have some wild animal chats.

From backstage at Good Things Festival in Brisbane, Sam and Max chat with Nik from pop-punk legends Millencolin. They take a deep dive into the FIFA World Cup (fresh off Australia's loss to Argentina), discover what it takes to keep a band going after 30 years, and find out about punk's longevity.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram, on Facebook.

Reporting live from the Brisbane leg of the Good Things Festival, Max and Sam chat with Joel and Sean of Kisschasy. They find out how the reunion shows went, whether we can look forward to new shows, and which other band on the line-up has a secret crush on them.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram, on Facebook.

Before they jump on stage for Brisbane Good Things Festival, Max and Sam catch up with Redhook. They cover how they band feel about being gameified, what kind of bread is on the menu, and how they're feeling ahead of their debut album drop!Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram, on Facebook.

Live from the artist area at Good Things Brisbane, Max and Sam chat with Florida punk heavyweights, Sleeping with Sirens. They dive into how the band feels to be back travelling around the world, what it's like having a local on the roster, and how to build the perfect setlist from seven full-length albums' worth of material.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram, on Facebook.

Good Things Festival is upon us this weekend, so Sam dials in with Joel from Australian rock legends Kisschasy to chat about their triumphant return to the stage. They dive deep on what's been happening while they were on hiatus, how they've gone getting back into form, and what fans can expect when they play their first shows in over 7 years at Good Things!Connect with Kisschasy on Instagram and Facebook, and revisit their classic debut album "United Paper People" on Spotify and Apple Music.  Purchase tickets to Good Things Festival at their website.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram, on Facebook.

Ahead of Good Things Festival, Max dials in with the frontman of Melbourne metal band, Thornhill. They chat about the band's latest tour of the U.S., how their new material fits with their older tracks (or doesn't), and who is unmissable on the Good Things Lineup.Connect with Thornhill on Instagram and Facebook, and listen to their latest album "Heroine" on Spotify and Apple Music.  Purchase tickets to Good Things Festival at their website.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram, on Facebook.

We all have a Soundwave memory, seeing Iron Maiden on the main stage or a debut from Parkway Drive - it was a festival we all were proud to say "I was there at the beginning! Now, that same DNA carries on with Good Things Festival. It's on this December and we couldn't be more excited with NOFX coming back doing 'Punk in Drublic' and TISM returning for the first time in 19 years. Chris O'Brien started off managing The Mavis' and Bodyjar and then started booking punk nights in Melbourne. Then he met AJ Maddah, and things grew from there! Get ready for some great stories, this is The Rider with Becko and concert promoter Chris O'Brien.

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We would love to welcome you back to a very special episode of Wall of Sound: Up Against The Wall which is back to celebrate the return of Good Things Festival - heading up Australia's East Coast again in December with a stack of heavy hitters! In this episode podcast host Paul 'Browny' Brown (remember him?) is joined by festival lineup acts including Jimmy Kyle of Chasing Ghosts who discusses the very important issues and subject manner surrounding indigenous affairs and history through his music. Nikki Brumen calls through to the show again, this time representing her brand new band Blood Command and how she packed up her life in Australia to join the Norweigan group. Jason Aalon Butler of Fever 333 is back as well discussing how the band are using their voice and platform to invoke change towards people of colour in the US (and around the world) and German party boys Electric Callboy make their debut on the show talking about their whirlwind rise to fame, being snubbed by Eurovision and their plans for their maiden tour down under. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Here's the latest in Rock News with Rosie! Good Things Festival Australia Announces it's December line up. Taylor Hawkins Tribute Concerts in London and LA announce first line ups. Ozzy Osborne Out of Hospital following massive surgery Actor Steve Carrell begs to join The Wiggles, and IKEA have teamed up with Swedish House Mafia to create a record player! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.