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EP #184 - Johnny Famiglietti (HEALTH)
05 Feb 2026
00:25:50
On this episode I'm joined by bassist Johnny Famiglietti of the band HEALTH.
We talk all about their new album 'Conflict DLC', how it acts as continuation of their previous record 'Rat Wars', what it was like meeting "Hideo Kojima" (Metal Gear, Death Stranding), the band's process when collaborating with other artists, plans for more music in 2026, and loads more.
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EP #183 - Bobby Pook (Blanket / ex-Downers / ex-Me Vs Hero / ex-When People Become Numbers)
29 Jan 2026
00:56:03
On this episode I'm joined by frontman Bobby Pook of the band Blanket.
We discuss their brand new album 'True Blue', the meaning behind the album's title, his local scene in Blackpool, working with producer Sam Bloor, the band's plans on where they want to take their sound next, and loads more.
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EP #175 - Devin Shidaker (The Acacia Strain / ex-Oceano)
30 Oct 2025
00:53:02
On this episode I'm joined by The Acacia Strain guitarist, Devin Shidaker.
We talk about the band's brand new thirteenth album 'You Are Safe From God Here', exploring different genres and aspects of heavy music, the contrast between their bleak music and goofy music videos, the origin of the nickname "Big Slime", and loads more.
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EP #90 - Joe Naan (Publicist @ Nuclear Blast Records / SharpTone Records)
08 Feb 2024
00:49:52
On this episode of the It's Not A Phase podcast I'm joined by Joe Naan who’s a publicist at Nuclear Blast Records and SharpTone Records.
We talk about how he got into the music industry, what a music publicist does, the highs and lows of the job, advice on how to follow a similar career path, projects he’s working on at the moment, and loads more.
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On this episode of the It's Not A Phase podcast I'm joined by vocalist Peter Rono and bassist Ryne Jones of Kaonashi.
We talk about their 'The 3 Faces Of Beauty: A Violent Misinterpretation Of Morgan Montgomery’ EP, their growing fanbase, how they develop and expand their ongoing concept, writing about difficult and hard hitting topics, the concept's future, and loads more.
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On this episode of the It's Not A Phase podcast I'm joined by vocalist Benji Mars and guitarist Mike Hawkings of Waterlines.
We discuss how the band formed from the end of another project, their views on social media, how their set at last year's Bloodstock Festival brought a wave of new fans, their cover of 'Pretty Green Eyes' by Ultrabeat, plans for new music, and loads more.
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EP #87 - Tenside (Daniel Kuhlemann & Johannes "Hanni" Jörg)
18 Jan 2024
00:29:59
On this episode of the It's Not A Phase podcast I'm joined by frontman Daniel Kuhlemann and drummer Johannes "Hanni" Jörg of Tenside.
We discuss their new album 'Come Alive Dying', recording the album in America, how struggles over the past few years have influenced its message and direction, working with John Henry of Darkest Hour, being eager to return to the UK, and loads more.
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EP #86 - Black Coast (Scott Pinnington & Charlie Hewitt)
11 Jan 2024
00:45:46
On this episode of the It's Not A Phase podcast I'm joined by guitarist Scott Pinnington and vocalist Charlie Hewitt of Black Coast.
We discuss their decision to start anew with their 2021 album 'Outworld', their feelings towards their material before then, the decision to evolve and change their sound, being from Stoke-on-Trent and the local scene, working with producer and previous podcast guest Sam Bloor, and loads more.
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EP #85 - Rough Justice (Elliot Reynolds & James Tippett)
04 Jan 2024
00:31:39
On this episode of the It's Not A Phase podcast I'm joined by vocalist James Tippett and guitarist Elliot Reynolds of Rough Justice.
We discuss how the band formed, their debut album 'Faith In Vain', the themes of the title-track and how it links with the album artwork, the DIY and independence driven community in Sheffield's heavy music scene, their bond with local heroes Malevolence, and loads more.
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There's no guest this week (sorry!), but with 2023 essentially over now I just wanted to say a HUGE thank you to all of you who have listened to and supported the podcast in any way this year.
This whole thing is run independently by myself, and to see the love and support this podcast has received in its first full year since launching is truly amazing so, again, thank you.
A new episode with a guest will be dropping next week to kick off 2024. In the meantime, listen back to any episodes you may have missed, and if you haven't done so already then please subscribe to the podcast wherever you're listening to it and get following it on social media (links and stuff below).
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On this episode of the It's Not A Phase podcast I'm joined by up-and-coming British trio, Mouth Culture.
We discuss when and how the band formed, what it's like living together, being signed to InVogue Records, their new 'Mishaps Of My Mid Twenties' EP, their growing loyal fanbase, looking back on what they've achieved in 2023, and loads more.
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On this episode of the It's Not A Phase podcast I'm joined by vocalist Elin Allan and guitarist Josh Bailey of the band Kite Thief.
We talk about how the band formed, their debut EP 'Ambiviolent', how their songwriting has changed and improved over the past few years since their inception, their favourite Simon Pegg and Nick Frost films, and loads more.
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On this episode of the It's Not A Phase podcast I'm joined by glimmers vocalist, Maggie Schneider.
We talk about her love for musical theatre, transitioning her solo project into glimmers, how they used the lockdowns to their advantage, their new single 'Jaded', the message of representation and individualism that the song promotes, and loads more.
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On this episode I'm joined by vocalist Jono Hawkey and drummer Jack Van Vliet of Bloom.
We discuss their second album 'The Light We Chase', the meaning behind its title, working with Sam Bassal of Ocean Grove, guest features on the record, and loads more.
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On this episode of the It's Not A Phase podcast I'm joined by vocalist Brandon Saller and guitarist Dan Jacobs of Atreyu.
We talk about the band's multiple EP releases in 2023 building up their new album 'The Beautiful Dark Of Life', the concept weaving throughout the releases, working with John Feldmann, looking back at their 25 year long career, and loads more.
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On this episode of the It's Not A Phase podcast I'm joined by Broadside vocalist, Ollie Baxxter.
We talk about the band's fourth album 'Hotel Bleu', the concept that surrounds it, bringing on guest features for the first time, his changed mindset and lyrical approach nowadays, the important message in their first ballad, being a fan of spicy foods, and loads more.
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On this episode of the It's Not A Phase podcast I'm joined by Joe Edwards, frontman for the recently reformed UK metalcore outfit, Shields.
We discuss when and why the band decided to reunite, what they've all been up to since they broke up, looking back at the band's career and outlook when they were initially together, their new single 'Bury Me', working in the circus, future plans, and loads more.
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EP #78 - Lake Malice (Alice Guala & Blake Cornwall)
25 Oct 2023
00:50:45
On this episode of the It's Not A Phase podcast I'm joined by vocalist Alice Guala and guitarist Blake Cornwall of the band Lake Malice.
We discuss their debut EP 'Post-Genesis', their sci-fi influenced aesthetics, how the band came to be through the lockdowns off the back of being unsatisfied with older projects, trying to balance full-time jobs alongside running the band, and loads more.
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EP #77 - Benji Yapp & Damo Darby (Gold Bloom / ex-GoodGrief / ex-You Know The Drill)
18 Oct 2023
00:29:33
On this episode of the It's Not A Phase podcast I'm joined by vocalist Benji Yapp and bassist Damo Darby of the UK pop punk band, Gold Bloom.
We talk about their new 'Hazy' EP, how and when they joined the band, signing with A Wolf At Your Door Records, their plans for the future, and loads more.
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EP #76 - Daryl Pryor (Capital Artist Group / Passion Eight Records)
11 Oct 2023
00:50:57
On this episode of the It's Not A Phase podcast I'm joined by Daryl Pryor who's an artist manager and the founder of Capital Artist Group.
We talk about how he got into artist management from his former band, setting up Capital Artist Group, his time working with Rude Records, setting up Passion Eight Records, tips for those interested in artist management, and loads more.
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On this episode of the It's Not A Phase podcast I'm joined by Svalbard vocalist and guitarist, Serena Cherry.
We talk about the band's fourth album 'The Weight Of The Mask', writing lyrics for their most personal and inward looking album yet, the band's growth during the lockdowns, signing to Nuclear Blast Records, her solo side-project Noctule, her love for Skyrim, and loads more.
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EP #74 - Edward Gibbs (Devil Sold His Soul / Copse / ex-All We Have)
27 Sep 2023
00:34:20
On this episode of the It's Not A Phase podcast I'm joined by Edward Gibbs, vocalist for Devil Sold His Soul and Copse.
We talk about how his new project Copse came to be, how writing material for Copse and Devil Sold His Soul differs from one another, the upcoming 10th anniversary shows for the 'Empire Of Light' album, Devil Sold His Soul's 20th anniversary, future plans for both bands, and loads more.
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EP #73 - Amelia Clarke (Radio Host @ Kerrang! Radio)
20 Sep 2023
00:53:35
On this episode of the It's Not A Phase podcast I'm joined by Amelia Clarke who is a Radio Host over at Kerrang! Radio.
We talk about how she got involved at Kerrang! Radio, her work as a freelance presenter and content creator, the importance of networking and resilience when pitching, tips for generating ideas for pitches, skills you’ll need to follow a similar career path, her love for all things horror, and loads more.
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EP #72 - Ffin Colley (Delaire The Liar / ex-KidBrother)
13 Sep 2023
00:37:53
On this episode of the It's Not A Phase podcast I'm joined by Delaire The Liar vocalist and guitarist, Ffin Colley.
We talk about the band’s new 'Self Defence' EP, how the EP's title and overarching concept stemmed from a difficult time in Ffin's life, working with Kel Pinchin of Modern Error, his love for literature, and loads more.
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EP #173 - Justin Pierre & Josh Cain (Motion City Soundtrack)
15 Oct 2025
01:01:27
On this episode I'm joined by frontman Justin Pierre and guitarist Josh Cain of Motion City Soundtrack.
We talk all about their new album 'The Same Old Wasted Wonderful World', the 10-year gap between records, working with Patrick Stump of Fall Out Boy, being involved with the film Dìdi, and loads more.
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EP #71 - Douglas Robinson (The Sleeping / ex-Night Verses)
06 Sep 2023
01:01:10
On this episode of the It's Not A Phase podcast I'm joined by The Sleeping vocalist, Douglas Robinson.
We talk about how the band's reunion came to be, putting out 'I Feel Like I'm Becoming A Ghost' - their first new album in 13 years, opting for the crowdfunding and independent route, his love for collecting vinyl, other projects in the works, and loads more.
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EP #70 - Damon Tate (Of Virtue / For The Fallen Dreams)
23 Aug 2023
00:37:55
On this episode of the It's Not A Phase podcast I'm joined by Of Virtue guitarist and vocalist, Damon Tate.
We talk about the band’s new album 'Omen', signing to Arising Empire, discussing difficult topics such as sobriety and anxiety in their music, how the band has progressed over the past 15 years, working with Rory Rodriguez (Dayseeker/Hurtwave), and loads more.
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EP #69 - Lucas Woodland (Holding Absence / ex-Falling With Style)
16 Aug 2023
00:44:27
On this episode of the It's Not A Phase podcast I'm joined by Holding Absence vocalist, Lucas Woodland.
We discuss their third album 'The Noble Art Of Self Destruction', its self-reflective and self-loving concept, the conclusion of their album trilogy, recording overseas for the first time in Canada, when and how the visuals come into play when making an album, and loads more.
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EP #68 - Telle Smith (The Word Alive / ex-Greeley Estates / ex-In Fear And Faith)
09 Aug 2023
00:33:56
On this episode of the It's Not A Phase podcast I'm joined by The Word Alive frontman, Telle Smith.
We talk about the band's new album 'Hard Reset', working with three different producers, signing to Thriller Records, the character on the cover artwork, getting 5 different features this time around (including Bad Omens and Loveless), solo material, his Twitch creation Plum Island, and loads more.
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EP #67 - Donovan Melero (Hail The Sun / Nova Charisma / Kill Iconic / Sianvar)
02 Aug 2023
00:59:16
On this episode of the It's Not A Phase podcast I'm joined by Hail The Sun frontman, Donovan Melero.
We talk about the band's new album 'Divine Inner Tension', approaching a record with a positive mindset, working with producer Kris Crummett, his strong worth ethic, his growing Kill Iconic brand and business, taking lessons to become a pilot, and loads more.
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EP #66 - David Simonich (Signs Of The Swarm / ex-Improvidence)
26 Jul 2023
00:55:21
On this episode of the It's Not A Phase podcast I'm joined by Signs Of The Swarm vocalist, David Simonich.
We talk about the band's new album 'Amongst The Low & Empty', creating the record almost from scratch in the studio, signing to Century Media Records, working with Matt Heafy (Trivium), doing video game voiceover work, and loads more.
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On this episode of the It's Not A Phase podcast I'm joined by As December Falls vocalist, Bethany Hunter.
We talk about the band's third album 'Join The Club', the extra challenges and struggles of being a DIY band, the importance of their fanbase, their recent set at Download Festival, winning a Heavy Music Award, being a band for nearly 10 years, and loads more.
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EP #64 - James Joseph (James And The Cold Gun / ex-Holding Absence)
12 Jul 2023
00:46:45
On this episode of the It's Not A Phase podcast I'm joined by James And The Cold Gun frontman, James Joseph.
We discuss their forthcoming debut album, stepping down from Holding Absence to focus on this project, finding his love for long distance running, supporting the likes of Guns N' Roses and Pearl Jam, and loads more.
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EP #63 - Honey Revenge (Devin Papadol & Donny Lloyd)
29 Jun 2023
00:46:37
On this episode of the It's Not A Phase podcast I'm joined by rising pop-rock duo, Honey Revenge.
We talk about their newly released debut album ‘Retrovision’, how the band formed from their previous project Forever Emerald, collaborating with the likes of Kris Crummett, Erik Ron and Zach Jones, signing with Thriller Records, selling out their upcoming debut UK show in a day, pizza toppings, and loads more.
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On this episode of the It's Not A Phase podcast I'm joined by Heather Richardson who's a touring merch manager and a VIP manager.
We talk about what a merch manager is and does, how she got into the music industry almost by accident, the importance of networking, helping to make special VIP memories for fans, merch presentation, what not to do when you get to the merch desk, and loads more.
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On this episode I'm joined by Post Heaven guitarist, Pat Kearney.
We talk all about their new EP 'The Space That's In Between', signing with Greyscale Records, keeping things as DIY as possible, playing alongside bands like Bloom and Fleshwater, shooting the video for their song 'Exit Wound', and loads more.
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On this episode of the It's Not A Phase podcast I'm joined by VEXED vocalist, Megan Targett.
We talk all about the band's second album 'Negative Energy', stepping away from the formula of their debut, how embracing the darkness and challenges of life pushed them to creating this new record, proving that you can dance to heavy music, balancing catharsis and vulnerability lyrically, and loads more.
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On this episode of the It's Not A Phase podcast I'm joined by happydaze vocalist, Luke Bovill.
We talk all about the band's new 'Full Free Radical' EP, forming happydaze after his previous band Woes disbanded, his process for writing and producing songs, writing sessions with Matt Squire and Skyler Acord (Issues / Twenty One Pilots), signing with Thriller Records, work on new material, and loads more.
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BONUS EP #01 - Download Festival (Kamran Haq, Jenny Cotter & Dannika Webber)
04 Jun 2023
00:37:01
On the first ever bonus episode of the It's Not A Phase podcast I'm joined by Kamran Haq, Jenny Cotter and Dannika Webber who are all part of the booking team for the huge Download Festival held every year at Donington in the UK.
We talk all about when the booking for a festival of that size begins, making things special for its 20th anniversary event this year, seeing bands like Bring Me The Horizon evolve and grow to main stage headliner status, winning a Heavy Music Award, secret sets, predictions for future main stage headliners at Download, and loads more.
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On this episode of the It's Not A Phase podcast I'm joined by Superlove frontman, Jacob Rice.
We talk all about their new sophomore album 'follow:noise', where it picks up from last year's debut LP 'Colours', their quick output rate of material, making sure keeping things fun is a top priority, mixing different sounds and genres, and loads more.
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On this episode of the It's Not A Phase podcast I'm joined by Jay Harris who’s an artist manager over at Monster Artists.
We talk all about what an artist manager does, how he became an artist manager, joining Monster Artists, tips for people looking to become an artist manager themselves, his past life in bands, and also some details about a new project that he’s been working on called Darlah.
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EP #57 - Jesse Korman (The Number Twelve Looks Like You) ('Put On Your Rosy Red Glasses' 20th Anniversary Special)
17 May 2023
00:46:31
On this episode of the It's Not A Phase podcast I'm joined by The Number Twelve Looks Like You vocalist, Jesse Korman.
This is a special episode where we take a look back at the band's debut album, 'Put On Your Rosy Red Glasses', for its 20th anniversary.
We discuss how the band formed from their initial project And Ever, originally starting out as the band's drummer, wanting to write heavier music off the back of local bands mocking them, how the record acted as a catalyst for his current creative outlets in photography and film, and even a little bit of info about their next record.
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On this episode of the It's Not A Phase podcast I'm joined by Mark Threlfall who is a tour manager.
We talk all about what a tour manager is and does, why he became a tour manager, tips for those looking to pursue a career in tour management, the need to be constantly prepared for the unexpected, and loads more.
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On this episode of the It's Not A Phase podcast I'm joined by As Everything Unfolds vocalist, Charlie Rolfe.
We talk all about the band's new sophomore album 'Ultraviolet', focusing on the album experience this time around, looking back at the successes of their 2021 debut 'Within Each Lies The Other', bringing her passion for photography into the concept, and loads more.
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On this episode of the It's Not A Phase podcast I'm joined by RedHook vocalist, Emmy Mack.
We talk all about their brand new debut album 'Postcard From A Living Hell', the meaning behind the album title, collaborating with the likes of Yours Truly and The Faim, staying independent, returning to Download Festival later this year, and loads more.
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On this episode of the It's Not A Phase podcast I'm joined by Fangs Out frontman, Mikey White.
We discuss the beginnings of the band and how it came together, what it was like being a band born during the lockdowns, working with former Cancer Bats guitarist Scott Middleton, progress on their upcoming third EP, and loads more.
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EP #171 - Jordan "Jay" Kerr-Gray (Lonesome / ex-That Night Forests Grew)
01 Oct 2025
01:01:15
On this episode I'm joined by Lonesome frontman, Jordan "Jay" Kerr-Gray.
We talk all about their debut album 'In The Hope This Finds You', the characters on the album's cover, the strong focus on visuals and imagery, his chainmail mask, the different ways the album can be listened to, collectors cards, and loads more.
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This is the one year anniversary episode of the It's Not A Phase podcast! To celebrate this milestone, my special guest is Tyler Morris of Tired Violence, who's provided the theme music for the podcast all the way back from the first episode this time last year.
We talk all about being an independent musician with his solo project Tired Violence, how being a part of his previous band Misgiving gave him the confidence to go solo, his love for Underoath, working with Ricky Jab on his other project Unsafe Unsound, and loads more.
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EP #51 - Nico LaRocca (A&R @ Thriller Records / InVogue Records)
05 Apr 2023
00:43:07
On this episode of the It's Not A Phase podcast I'm joined by Nico LaRocca, who is an A&R for Thriller Records and InVogue Records.
We talk all about what an A&R is and does, how he got his first foot into the music industry, the difference between the two labels and signing acts for them, what bands should consider before signing with a label, the power of TikTok, and loads more.
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On this episode of the It's Not A Phase podcast I'm joined by Bury Tomorrow frontman, Dani Winter-Bates.
We talk all about the band's new album 'The Seventh Sun', line-up changes, a point after their last album 'Cannibal' where the band nearly broke up, recording vocals for the new album whilst battling with a throat infection, guest features, and loads more.
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