Primordial Radio Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

The podcast this week features the first-ever hosting appearance from Full Metal Hackett, as he joins Moose to discuss the festival that was Download 2025, an event that some are saying was the best Download *ever*!

They reflect on the overall vibe of the festival, the changes in the audience demographic, and critique various performances, including the Sex Pistols and Korn. They also discuss various aspects such as festival facilities, logistical challenges, and their unique experiences with Hackett’s new Big Orange Bus (RIP yellow van). 

The weekend was not without its moments though. Hear how Hackett dove into a river of piss, or what happens when plans go awry and you accidentally make your girlfriend walk for almost 3hrs whilst carrying all the camping gear. They also share their upcoming travel plans, predictions for future festivals, and delve into the controversy surrounding the band Sleep Token, highlighting the diverse opinions within the music community.

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In episode 440 of the Primordial Radio Podcast, Moose and Pete discuss the sudden rise of the new band President. The guys explore how, with no public history, they suddenly landed on the Download Festival lineup, racked up a million YouTube views in two weeks, and sparked debate over industry plants and media manipulation. 

The band’s anonymity, theatrical videos, and sharp production immediately drew comparisons to Sleep Token. And there’s a reason: both acts share the same management. Rumours point to Charlie Simpson as the man behind the voice, and while he’s never confirmed it, the vocal similarity is striking. If it is Simpson, does that count as skipping the queue, or is it simply the reward of 20 years’ graft?

But it’s not just about masks and mystery. They also discuss the lineup for Download Festival 2025, bands they're looking forward to seeing, Black Sabbath’s upcoming global stream, and why the £25 price tag is justified.

• President’s Rise & Download Debut

• Industry Plant or Scene Veteran?

• Sleep Token’s Team Behind the Launch

• Changing Nature of Music Scenes

• Is Charlie Simpson the Voice?

• Download Set Could Make or Break Them

• 44% of Download 2025 Are First-Timers

• Why Sabbath’s £25 Stream Makes Sense

• Primordial’s Download Plans: Vlogs, Photos & More

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Moose and Dews are covering all the bases this week, with the conversation ranging from parenting challenges and why there should be bars at soft play centers, through to sleep deprivation and the upcoming Naked Gun reboot.

Eventually they get onto rock news and music-related topics, with a discussion about some newly announced tours, and Loudwire’s recent “dad rock” tournament, in which the ever-changing concept of the term is pushed to the limit.

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Yeah, that podcast title is a total lie, although Moose and Dews do start out by discussing some of the realities faced by those running a business - particularly an online one - in 2023. They also get chatting about the recent Glastonbury festival coverage, in particular that of rock legends Guns N' Roses.

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You know when you're in a situation where you've done all you can do, and now you've just got to wait for things to play out? That's where the guys find themselves this week. It's a tiring state to be in, as you find yourself just waiting for something to happen, when ideally you'd like to be pro-active and make something happen!

It's not doom & gloom though - far from it - as life continues, and Moose & Dews get to have their weekly catch up. 

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The dust has only just settled, and some of the hangovers haven't even gone yet, but Moose and Dews chat once again on the podcast, this week taking a look back at Download 2023. From the low point of 7-hour traffic queues, to the high point of Bring Me The Horizon's bar-raising headline performance, Moose shares his experiences.

There's also an insight into the actual processes involved in gathering and publishing content from a festival. Internet definitely helps!

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The day is here when thousands of rockers, metalheads and misfits will be making the annual pilgrimage to Donington for Download Festival, this year celebrating it's 20th anniversary!

Moose and Dews catch up just before Moose hits the road, so they're on a time crunch to chat about everything that needs discussing, from the upcoming Big Bang 5, to Bullet For My Valentine on the Primordial Radio residential, as well as a look ahead to what will surely be a fabulous weekend.

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Spring bank holiday weekend saw the Heavy Music Awards, followed by Slam Dunk festival, which means that festival season 2023 is go! Moose and Dews catch up to look at some of the issues that seem to have cropped up at the various events.

There's also a look ahead to the biggie; Download festival's 20th anniversary!

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...although "spectacular" may be over-egging it slightly.

After almost 6.5 years, the guys have finally made it halfway to that all-important (for metalheads!) episode 666! Which means they only have 6 years to think of something to make it actually spectacular.

This week, the guys are joined by PRFam member Stew Green, who is about to leave for Nigeria on a charitable mission to help people who require pacemakers, but otherwise wouldn't be able to afford them. Proper superhero stuff. 

There's also a look ahead to the Big Bang 5, as well as a look at some of the latest rock news.

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Moose and Dews reunite on the podcast this week, following on from a triumphant (and phenomenally sunny!) weekend, during which Dews finally got married!

The wedding is one of the topics of conversation this week, but the main focus is on Mental Health Awareness Week, which is appropriate given that Dews had just been to a counselling session at the time of recording!

For more details on Mental Health Awareness Week check out https://primordialradio.com/mentalhealth/

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