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	Title	Pub. Date	Duration
	Season 2: Episode 7 - Spandex, Satire & Shredding: The Surreal Panther Story	13 Mar 2026	00:43:41
Send a text This week on Fake It Out Loud, Sarah is joined by Surreal Panther — Europe’s premier tribute to glam-metal chaos merchants Steel Panther. Steel Panther are known for outrageous humour, huge riffs, and a stage show that walks the tightrope between satire and serious musicianship. Formed after witnessing Steel Panther tear up Download Festival in 2010, Surreal Panther have spent years bringing that same high-energy experience to stages across the UK and Europe. Their shows capture the music, the characters, and the unapologetic fun that makes a Steel Panther gig unforgettable. In this episode, we dive into: How Surreal Panther first came together The balance between comedy, character, and serious musicianship Life on stage in full glam-metal mode Wild moments that could only happen at a Surreal Panther show Lessons learned from building a tribute band that’s as theatrical as it is musical 👉Follow Surreal Panther Facebook Instagram 👉Follow Fake It Out Loud: Instagram: www.instagram.com/fakeitoutloudpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fakeitoutloudpodcast/ Newsletter Sign Up: Sign up Here Need help behind the scenes with your band? Check out the support services I offer: https://we-love-pmo.kit.com/bandsupportservices
	Season 2: Episode 6: An Interview With The Doors Rising	06 Mar 2026	00:52:13
Send a text This week on Fake It Out Loud, Sarah steps into the hypnotic, psychedelic world of The Doors with The Doors Rising — one of the UK’s most immersive tributes to the legendary band. Formed in 2017, The Doors Rising have built a reputation for recreating the full Doors experience: the haunting organ lines, the hypnotic rhythms, the poetry, and of course the unpredictable energy of Jim Morrison himself. From iconic venues like Liverpool’s Cavern Club to international shows across Europe, the band delivers sprawling live performances packed with classics like Light My Fire, Riders on the Storm, and Break On Through, alongside deep cuts that true Doors fans know and love. In this episode we dive into: How The Doors Rising came together What it takes to channel the mystique of Jim Morrison on stage Balancing authenticity with the chaos and unpredictability that defined The Doors Touring life, wild gig stories, and life behind the curtain Working with booking agents vs the DIY route How the tribute scene has evolved since 2017 👉Follow The Doors Rising Facebook Instagram Website 👉Follow Fake It Out Loud: Instagram: www.instagram.com/fakeitoutloudpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fakeitoutloudpodcast/ Newsletter Sign Up: Sign up Here Need help behind the scenes with your band? Check out the support services I offer: https://we-love-pmo.kit.com/bandsupportservices
	Episode 7: An Interview with The Darkest	12 Sep 2025	01:00:42
Send a text This week on Fake It Out Loud, Sarah catches up with The Darkest — the UK’s most musically faithful tribute to The Darkness, delivering spot-on vocals, killer riffs, and deep-cut devotion to one of Britain’s most distinctive rock bands. In this episode, we dive into: Why they chose The Darkness — and what makes it so rewarding to cover Getting the feel right without relying on theatrics The challenges of capturing such a unique band, song by song The reality of tribute life: day jobs, DIY gigs, and unforgettable fan moments Their take on the UK tribute scene — and what makes a good band stand out And a no-fuss, all-fury round of Shred Showdown 👉 Follow The Darkest: FB: The Darkest \| Facebook IG: The Darkest (@thedarkesttributeband) • Instagram photos and videos YT: The Darkest Tribute Band - YouTube 👉Follow Fake It Out Loud: Instagram: www.instagram.com/fakeitoutloudpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fakeitoutloudpodcast/ Newsletter Sign Up: Sign up Here Want to be part of Season 2: Apply Here Need help behind the scenes with your band? Check out the support services I offer: https://we-love-pmo.kit.com/bandsupportservices
	Episode 6: From Lockdown to Uprising: The Story of Rage UK	05 Sep 2025	00:46:39
Send a text This week on Fake It Out Loud, Sarah welcomes Rage UK — the UK’s tribute to the thunderous, politically-charged powerhouse that is Rage Against the Machine. From the explosive riffs of “Bulls on Parade” to the seismic stomp of “Killing in the Name,” Rage UK captures the sound, the fury, and the message of one of rock’s most uncompromising bands. In this episode, they dive into: What it takes to do Rage justice on stage Balancing sound, energy, and activism in a tribute setting Launching the band during a global pandemic Replicating Tom Morello’s gear wizardry and Zack’s vocal fire The good, bad, and ugly of working with promoters Fan chaos, dream venues, and advice for tribute bands that dare to go loud 👉 Follow Rage UK: FB: Rage UK - A Tribute To Rage Against The Machine \| Facebook IG: Rage UK (@rageuk.official) • Instagram photos and videos 👉Follow Fake It Out Loud: Instagram: www.instagram.com/fakeitoutloudpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fakeitoutloudpodcast/ Newsletter Sign Up: Sign up Here Want to be part of Season 2: Apply Here Need help behind the scenes with your band? Check out the support services I offer: https://we-love-pmo.kit.com/bandsupportservices
	Episode 5: Tribute with a Side of Funk: An Interview with Ty from Red Hot Chilli Players	29 Aug 2025	00:43:34
Send a text This week on Fake It Out Loud, Sarah turns up the funk, fire, and full-frontal California energy with Ty from Red Hot Chilli Players — the UK’s tribute to the Red Hot Chili Peppers. From Flea’s slap bass madness to Frusciante’s soul-drenched tones, these guys bring the Peppers' legendary live spirit to stages across the country. Fresh off a gig at the iconic Leo’s Red Lion, Ty joins us to talk about: The origins of the Red Hot Chilli Players Capturing the raw, unpredictable vibe of RHCP Balancing authenticity with chaos — and why it's never just about the notes Behind-the-scenes life: promoters, van life, pre-show rituals & the tribute grind What makes a tribute band stand out in a crowded scene 👉 Follow Red Hot Chilli Players: FB: Red Hot Chili Players - UK Tribute \| Facebook YT: Red Hot Chili Players - YouTube IG: Red Hot Chili Players (@rhcplayers) • Instagram photos and videos 👉Follow Fake It Out Loud: Instagram: www.instagram.com/fakeitoutloudpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fakeitoutloudpodcast/ Newsletter Sign Up: Sign up Here Want to be part of Season 2: Apply Here Need help behind the scenes with your band? Check out the support services I offer: https://we-love-pmo.kit.com/bandsupportservices
	Episode 4: Keeping the Snake Alive: An Interview with Matt Blakout of Whitesnake UK	22 Aug 2025	00:54:34
Send a text This week on Fake It Out Loud, Sarah sits down with Matt Blakout, drummer for Whitesnake UK — the UK’s longest-running and most sonically faithful tribute to David Coverdale’s hard-rock juggernaut. From blues-soaked ballads to hair-metal anthems, WSUK brings every era of Whitesnake roaring back to life with precision, passion, and serious volume. In this episode: How the band formed and why Whitesnake was the perfect fit The challenges (and joys) of recreating iconic tones, twin guitars, and big-stage energy Life on the road: load-ins, rituals, pre-show chaos, and who’s the wildcard in the van Why tribute bands are more than nostalgia — they’re preservation The good, bad, and “no one promoted it” reality of working with venues and promoters Plus: a lightning round of Shred Showdown 👉 Follow Whitesnake UK: Website: whitesnakeuk FB: Whitesnake UK (the tribute) \| Facebook IG: WhitesnakeUK (The Tribute) (@whitesnakeuk) • Instagram photos and videos 👉Follow Fake It Out Loud: Instagram: www.instagram.com/fakeitoutloudpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fakeitoutloudpodcast/ Newsletter Sign Up: Sign up Here Want to be part of Season 2: Apply Here Need help behind the scenes with your band? Check out the support services I offer: https://we-love-pmo.kit.com/bandsupportservices
	Episode 3: Keeping the Sabbath Spirit Alive with Andy Sayers from Sabbotage	15 Aug 2025	00:53:34
Send a text This week on Fake It Out Loud, Sarah sits down with Andy Sayers from Sabbotage, the UK’s most dedicated tribute to the godfathers of heavy metal: Black Sabbath. Formed from the ashes of Snowblind back in 2014, Sabbotage has spent over a decade channelling the raw power, haunting riffs, and dark magic of Sabbath’s legendary catalogue — and they’re not slowing down anytime soon. In this episode: What it takes to honor a legacy like Sabbath’s Winning over the most passionate (and picky) fanbase in metal Life on the road — gig day routines, gear hauls, and the chaos backstage The promoter problem: when it goes right… and when it definitely doesn’t A lightning round of Shred Showdown 👉 Follow Sabbotage: FB: Sabbotage Tribute to Black Sabbath \| Facebook 👉Follow Fake It Out Loud: Instagram: www.instagram.com/fakeitoutloudpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fakeitoutloudpodcast/ Newsletter Sign Up: Sign up Here Want to be part of Season 2: Apply Here Need help behind the scenes with your band? Check out the support services I offer: https://we-love-pmo.kit.com/bandsupportservices
	Episode 2: From Ace to Sambora: How Kev Williams Fakes It Loud	07 Aug 2025	00:45:43
Send a text This week on Fake It Out Loud, Sarah is joined by tribute scene powerhouse Kev Williams — a guitarist who's donned the boots, eyeliner, and swagger of some of rock’s most iconic names. From the explosive energy of KISS tributes (Dressed to Kill, Unkissed), to the stadium-shaking sounds of Bon Jovi, and the chaotic charm of Mötley Screw, Kev brings it all to life. We dive into: What authenticity really means in tribute performance Recreating the tones and stage presence of legends like Ace Frehley, Mick Mars & Richie Sambora Gear choices, gig-day chaos, and backstage rituals The evolution of the UK tribute scene — and what still needs to change And a lightning-round of Shred Showdown 👉Follow Kev Williams - Guitarist Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kevwilliamsguitarist DTK: https://www.facebook.com/kisstributeuk Unkissed: https://www.facebook.com/unkissedtribute 👉Follow Fake It Out Loud: Instagram: www.instagram.com/fakeitoutloudpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fakeitoutloudpodcast/ Newsletter Sign Up: Sign up Here Want to be part of Season 2: Apply Here Need help behind the scenes with your band? Check out the support services I offer: https://we-love-pmo.kit.com/bandsupportservices
	Episode1: Mötley Crüde - Decade of Tribute Mayhem	31 Jul 2025	01:02:32
Send a text They’ve been crowned the world’s most authentic Mötley Crüe tribute — and after this conversation, you’ll see exactly why. In this episode, Sarah is joined by the full force of Mötley Crüde, Europe’s longest-running Crüe tribute band. From sold-out shows at London’s legendary Underworld to their upcoming international tour in Spain, Mötley Crüde are taking the chaos global as they celebrate 10 years on the road with their Decade of Decadence tour. We dive deep into what makes a great tribute band — the detail, the energy, the authenticity — and how far they go to bring the sleaze, swagger, and spectacle of the real Crüe to stages across the UK and beyond. Plus: behind-the-scenes chaos, unforgettable fan moments, merch that goes way beyond T-shirts, and a round of Shred Showdown that pulls no punches. If you love tribute culture, Crüe anthems, or just want to hear what it takes to fake it loud — this one’s for you. 👉 Follow Mötley Crüde: www.facebook.com/motleycrudegb www.instagram.com/motleycrudetribute www.linktr.ee/motleycrude 👉Follow Fake It Out Loud: Instagram: www.instagram.com/fakeitoutloudpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fakeitoutloudpodcast/ Newsletter Sign Up: Sign up Here Want to be part of Season 2: Apply Here Need help behind the scenes with your band? Check out the support services I offer: https://we-love-pmo.kit.com/bandsupportservices
	Season 2: Episode 5 - Keeping The Metal Gods Alive – The Hellbent Forever Interview	13 Feb 2026	00:52:39
Send a text This week on Fake It Out Loud, I’m joined by the powerhouse behind Hellbent Forever one of the UK’s most respected Judas Priest tribute acts. Formed by die-hard Priest fans with one mission, to bring the full energy, theatre and musicianship of Judas Priest to live audiences — Hellbent Forever have spent years building a show that celebrates over four decades of heavy metal history. In this episode, we talk about: • What it takes to faithfully recreate one of metal’s most iconic live shows • The pressure (and pride) of performing legendary material • Life on the UK tribute circuit 👉Follow Hellbent Forever Facebook Instagram Youtube 👉Follow Fake It Out Loud: Instagram: www.instagram.com/fakeitoutloudpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fakeitoutloudpodcast/ Newsletter Sign Up: Sign up Here Need help behind the scenes with your band? Check out the support services I offer: https://we-love-pmo.kit.com/bandsupportservices
	Season 2: Episode 4 - An Interview with Nuno Ferreira	07 Feb 2026	00:37:26
Send a text In this episode of Fake It Out Loud, Sarah sits down with one of the UK tribute scene’s most relentless and respected drummers — Nuno — a musician whose career has been built on grit, risk, and an obsession with doing tributes properly. From arriving in the UK with just a cymbal, a pedal, and £500… to tearing up stages with original band Sevenyearsdead (earning Kerrang! praise and catching the attention of Iron Maiden’s Bruce Dickinson)… to building powerhouse tribute acts including Mötley Crüde, Mötley Screw, and Pantera AD — Nuno’s story is about more than music. It’s about survival, reinvention, and staying loud when life gets real. We dive into: The reality of building tribute bands that go beyond “just covers” The pressure of stepping into legendary drummers’ shoes — including Vinnie Paul Nearly two decades inside the evolving UK tribute scene The sacrifices tribute musicians make behind the scenes Balancing fatherhood, real life, and life on the road What legacy actually means when you live for the stage 👉Follow Nuno Motley Screw: https://linktr.ee/motleyscrew Pantera AD: https://www.facebook.com/Pantera.A.D.UK 👉Follow Fake It Out Loud: Instagram: www.instagram.com/fakeitoutloudpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fakeitoutloudpodcast/ Newsletter Sign Up: Sign up Here Need help behind the scenes with your band? Check out the support services I offer: https://we-love-pmo.kit.com/bandsupportservices
	Season 2: Episode 3: An Interview With Tony Pearce - The Bon Jovi Experience	23 Jan 2026	00:36:00
Send a text This week on Fake It Out Loud, Sarah is joined by Tony Pearce, frontman of The Bon Jovi Experience — the world’s leading tribute to one of rock’s biggest legends. Officially endorsed by Jon Bon Jovi himself, The Bon Jovi Experience have spent over two decades recreating the sound, style, and spirit of stadium rock — bringing anthems like Livin’ On A Prayer, You Give Love A Bad Name, Bad Medicine, and Always to audiences across the globe. In this episode, Tony talks about building a tribute that’s lasted the test of time, the responsibility of representing such an iconic catalogue, and what it’s really like performing to packed theatres, festivals, and international crowds night after night. We dive into: How The Bon Jovi Experience came together Being personally endorsed by Jon Bon Jovi Performing for die-hard fans across the world Life on the road and the reality of large-scale touring Keeping the voice, the energy, and the passion alive after decades The evolution of the tribute scene A quick-fire round of Vocal Combat 👉Follow Tony Pearce - The Bon Jovi Experience Website: https://jonbyjovi.com/ Facebook: Tony Pearce - The Bon Jovi Experience Instagram: @bonjoviexperiencetribute X: @bonjoviexp TikTok: @bonjoviexperience Upcoming Gigs: Tickets \| The Bon Jovi Experience 👉Follow Fake It Out Loud: Instagram: www.instagram.com/fakeitoutloudpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fakeitoutloudpodcast/ Newsletter Sign Up: Sign up Here Need help behind the scenes with your band? Check out the support services I offer: https://we-love-pmo.kit.com/bandsupportservices
	Season 2 - Episode 2 Heaven and Hellvis: When Sabbath Met the King	16 Jan 2026	00:40:45
Send a text Heaven and Hellvis: When Sabbath Met the King What happens when the doom-laden riffs of Black Sabbath collide with the swagger, croon, and hips of Elvis Presley? This week on Fake It Out Loud, Sarah is joined by Heaven and Hellvis. Blending Sabbath’s thunderous, doom-heavy foundations with Elvis-style vocals and unmistakable stage presence, Heaven and Hellvis have carved out one of the most original tribute concepts on the UK scene. In this episode, we dig into how the idea was born, how audiences react when they hear Sabbath through an Elvis lens, and the musical tightrope they walk to make something this unexpected actually work. We talk: Where the Heaven and Hellvis concept came from Balancing reverence with reinvention Audience reactions, from confusion to conversion Life on the road and behind the scenes 👉 Follow Heaven and Hellvis: Facebook Instagram Upcoming gigs: 7th March - Krakatoa 👉Follow Fake It Out Loud: Instagram: www.instagram.com/fakeitoutloudpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fakeitoutloudpodcast/ Newsletter Sign Up: Sign up Here Need help behind the scenes with your band? Check out the support services I offer: https://we-love-pmo.kit.com/bandsupportservices
	Season 2. Episode 1 Reanimating a Legacy — An Interview with REANiMATION	09 Jan 2026	00:37:30
Send a text Season 2 of Fake It Out Loud kicks off with a powerful and deeply personal episode. This week, Sarah is joined by REANiMATION, a brand-new UK tribute to Linkin Park, a band whose music defined a generation and continues to mean everything to millions of fans around the world. Formed less than a year ago through a mix of chance encounters, online ads, and musical instinct, REANiMATION have gone from complete strangers to a tight-knit band preparing for their very first shows. But this isn’t a note-for-note tribute. Their focus is on energy, emotion, and impact and channelling the raw power of Hybrid Theory and Meteora, reworking iconic live arrangements, revisiting remixes, and even embracing Linkin Park’s most recent chapter. This episode also carries special meaning. Linkin Park were Sarah’s son’s favourite band. He was an exceptional musician, and this conversation — and this season opener — is dedicated to him. In this episode they discuss: What authenticity really means when you’re honouring a band like Linkin Park Taking on a legacy that fans hold incredibly close Starting a tribute band from scratch — nerves, chemistry, and first-show pressure The UK tribute scene and where REANiMATION see themselves within it And the debut of a brand-new segment for Season 2: Vocal Combat 👉 Follow REANiMATION: Facebook Instagram Upcoming gigs: 28th February - The Boulevard, Wigan 11th April - The Middlesborough Empire, Middlesborough 15th May - The Meeting Place, Barrow 👉Follow Fake It Out Loud: Instagram: www.instagram.com/fakeitoutloudpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fakeitoutloudpodcast/ Newsletter Sign Up: Sign up Here Need help behind the scenes with your band? Check out the support services I offer: https://we-love-pmo.kit.com/bandsupportservices
	Episode 10: Nothin’ But a Good Time: Inside the World of Poizon	03 Oct 2025	00:58:55
Send a text We’re closing out Season One with glitter, glam, and a whole lotta hairspray. Sarah is joined by Rob Wylde (Midnite City, Tigertailz, Teenage Casket Company) and Rob Lane of Poizon — the world’s No.1 Poison tribute. From “Talk Dirty to Me” to “Every Rose Has Its Thorn”, Poizon don’t just play the hits — they take you straight back to the golden age of ‘80s arena rock. In this episode we talk about: Why Poison is the ultimate tribute gig The shift from originals to tributes — and what it really takes Tales from Tigertailz, Midnite City, and beyond A round of Shred Showdown
	Episode 9: Scotland’s Finest Thrash Machine — Meet ArrAnthrax”	26 Sep 2025	00:46:00
Send a text This week episode, we’re going full-throttle thrash with ArrAnthrax, Scotland’s (and Europe’s!) only dedicated tribute to the legendary Anthrax. From their first gig outside Scotland at the legendary Trillians to festival chaos and sold-out madness, ArrAnthrax have built a loyal following of headbangers who come for the riffs and stay for the fun. In this episode, we thrash through: Why Anthrax? Repping one of the Big Four Authenticity, humour, and attitude 👉 Follow ArrAnthrax: https://arranthrax.wordpress.com/ https://www.facebook.com/arranthrax Upcoming gigs: 23rd September - Dubs of Rock Leicestershire 27th September - Venue23 ( As Part of the Wee Four) Wakefield 25th October - Trillians - Free Entry 6th Dec - ArrAnthraXMAS Show The Cathouse Glasgow 👉Follow Fake It Out Loud: Instagram: www.instagram.com/fakeitoutloudpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fakeitoutloudpodcast/ Newsletter Sign Up: Sign up Here Want to be part of Season 2: Apply Here Need help behind the scenes with your band? Check out the support services I offer: https://we-love-pmo.kit.com/bandsupportservices
	Episode 8: An Interview with Metallica Reloaded	19 Sep 2025	00:56:52
Send a text This week on Fake It Out Loud, Sarah goes full-throttle with Metallica Reloaded — Europe’s number one tribute to the gods of thrash metal. With over a decade on the road, the band has built a loyal fanbase and earned a reputation for note-perfect precision, bone-rattling energy, and total commitment to the Metallica legacy. In this episode: What it really takes to replicate the power and tone of Metallica Behind the scenes of gig days, gear setup, and balancing real life with tribute life How the UK tribute scene has evolved — and what makes a great act stand out Fan chaos, festival moments, and emotional reactions from die-hard Metallica heads What they’ve learned about discipline, burnout, and working with (and around) promoters And of course, a riff-ripping Shred Showdown 👉 Follow Metallica Reloaded: FB: Metallica Reloaded - UK Metallica Tribute Band \| Facebook IG: Metallica ReLoaded (@metallicareloaded) • Instagram photos and videos YT: Metallica ReLoaded - YouTube 👉Follow Fake It Out Loud: Instagram: www.instagram.com/fakeitoutloudpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fakeitoutloudpodcast/ Newsletter Sign Up: Sign up Here Want to be part of Season 2: Apply Here Need help behind the scenes with your band? Check out the support services I offer: https://we-love-pmo.kit.com/bandsupportservices

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