We chat via Zoom with our latest Rock Sound cover star nothing,nowhere. about the making of his excellent new album 'Trauma Factory', featuring the singles 'Fake Friend' and 'Upside Down'. We talk through his incredible One Take performance videos, hearing Elton John play his song on the radio and his big plans for live shows and new music.

nothing,nowhere. On New Album 'Trauma Factory'

We chat via Zoom with The Offspring's Dexter Holland and Noodles as they prepare to release their latest album 'Let The Bad Times Roll'. We talk through the meaning behind that title track, the previous single 'Coming For You' and recording the new piano-led version of the 'Ixnay On The Hombre' classic 'Gone Away'. Plus, we reflect on the recent twentieth anniversary of the 'Conspiracy Of One' album and look forward to future live touring plans.

The Offspring's Dexter & Noodles On 'Let The Bad Times Roll'

We chat with Lawrence 'Loz' Taylor and Mat Welsh from While She Sleeps as they prepare to release their new album 'Sleeps Society' which includes the title track and recent single 'Nervous'. They talk us through the album's incredible collaborations with Biffy Clyro frontman Simon Neil and Sum 41's Deryck Whibley alongside the voices of 250 of their fans. Plus, live show plans, curating their membership scheme and plans for the future.

While She Sleeps' Loz & Mat On New Album 'Sleeps Society'

We chat with Rob Swire and Gareth McGrillen from Pendulum about their new music plans, including the latest single 'Come Alive'. Marking their first new music in ten years, we talk returning to the project and their incredible recent livestream show recorded at Spitbank Fort. Plus, we reflect on the 15th anniversary of debut album 'Hold Your Colour' and their experiences of bringing their drum and bass show to the UK's biggest rock festivals, Reading & Leeds and Download Festival.

Pendulum Talk 'Come Alive', Spitbank Fort & New Music

We chat with Royal Blood frontman Mike Kerr as they prepare to release new album 'Typhoons' featuring the title track and previous single 'Trouble's Coming'. Mike talks us through the Daft Punk dance influence on tracks like 'Limbo' and working with Queens Of The Stone Age's Josh Homme on 'Boilermaker'. Plus, we find out how he ended up appearing on Architects' 'Little Wonder', featured on their latest album 'For Those That Wish To Exist'.

Royal Blood's Mike Kerr On 'Typhoons' & Architects Collab

We chat via Zoom with Måneskin (Damiano David, Victoria De Angelis, Thomas Raggi and Ethan Torchio) fresh from their win for Italy at the 2021 Eurovision Song Contest with the track 'Zitti E Buoni'. We talk through the international success of that song, writing the single 'I Wanna Be Your Slave' and recording their latest album 'Teatro d'ira - Vol. 1' live in the studio. Plus, UK tour plans, their dream collaborations and ideas for their next album which they are set to begin recording very soon.

Måneskin on 'Zitti E Buoni', Eurovision & Recording New Album

We chat via Zoom with Born Of Osiris' Lee McKinney about their latest album 'Angel Or Alien', which included the singles 'White Nile' and 'Poster Child'. Lee guides us through the making of the record, from the huge title track to the detailed artwork. Plus, he reveals the band are already working on music for the follow-up. We also find out about his upcoming solo album plans and talk through his work on the music for the TV series 'Paradise City', including his cover of The Smashing Pumpkins' 'Disarm' with Palaye Royale's Remington Leith.

Born Of Osiris' Lee McKinney Talks 'Angel Or Alien'

We chatted with grandson via Zoom to find out all about his latest single 'Rain' which is taken from the soundtrack of the upcoming DC movie 'The Suicide Squad'. He tells us how he got involved with the project after talking with director James Gunn, how he ended up collaborating with Jessie Reyez on the song and why he enjoyed combining film and music together in this way. Plus, we get a few hints on what is next for him including more music from the world of his album 'Death Of An Optimist' and some upcoming cowrites with ONE OK ROCK.

grandson Talks 'Rain' From 'The Suicide Squad' Soundtrack

Nothing But Thieves frontman Conor Mason chats with us about the band's new single 'Futureproof', taken from the upcoming EP 'Moral Panic II'. He tells us about what they learned from the release of their 2020 album 'Moral Panic', which featured the singles 'Is Everybody Going Crazy?' and 'Impossible'. Plus, we find out about the hip hop and heavy influences on their new music and look forward to their huge upcoming live show at London's legendary O2 Arena.

Nothing But Thieves' Conor Mason On 'Futureproof' & 'Moral Panic'

We chat via Zoom with All Time Low's Alex Gaskarth and Pale Waves' Heather Baron-Gracie about their new collaborative single 'PMA'. We find out about how they discovered each other's bands, their working process and musical inspirations behind the track (including a nod to The Offspring's 'The Kids Aren't Alright'. Plus, Heather tells us about plans for the follow-up to 'Who Am I?' and Alex fills us in on his upcoming new song with Steve Aoki which he debuted live at Lollapalooza Festival.

All Time Low's Alex Gaskarth & Pale Waves' Heather Baron-Gracie Talk 'PMA'

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

Spiritbox's Courtney LaPlante Talks 'Eternal Blue'

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

Ice Nine Kills' Spencer Charnas On 'The Silver Scream 2: Welcome To Horrorwood'

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

Marianas Trench's Josh Ramsay On 'Lady Mine' ft. Chad Kroeger & 10 Years Of 'Ever After'

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

Lorna Shore's Will Ramos & Adam De Micco On 'To The Hellfire' & New Album

We chat with Foo Fighters' Dave Grohl and Nate Mendel as the band prepare to release their new horror movie, 'Studio 666', in cinemas February 25. They tell us about getting into their acting roles and the metal soundtrack that accompanies the film. Plus, we look back on the success of recent album 'Medicine At Midnight', reflect on 25 years of 'The Colour And The Shape' album and find out which bands they are most excited about at the moment. Plus, their huge UK live show plans and what's next for the band.

Foo Fighters' Dave Grohl & Nate Mendel On 'Studio 666', 'The Colour And The Shape' & Live Shows

We chat with Palaye Royale's Remington Leith, Sebastian Danzig and Emerson Barrett as they wrap up their huge UK tour which included a sold out show at London's Roundhouse venue. They show us their new British tattoos and talk playing alongside their hero, The Libertines' Carl Barat, who they plan to write with later this year. Plus, they reflect on their recent tour supporting YUNGBLUD in the US and tell us about their future plans, including upcoming single 'Broken' and new album 'Fever Dream'. Finally, we hear the story behind the writing of 'No Love In LA' and look forward to their hometown performance at When We Were Young Festival later this year.

Palaye Royale On UK Tour, YUNGBLUD, Carl Barat & New Album 'Fever Dream'

We chat with Charlotte Sands about her new single 'Lost', her pop punk influences and the huge TikTok success of 'Dress'. Plus, we talk collaborating with The Maine and Taking Back Sunday's Adam Lazzara on 'Loved You A Little', look back on her recent tour supporting YUNGBLUD and hear about working with Underoath on their remix version of 'Hallelujah'.

Charlotte Sands Talks 'Loved You A Little', YUNGBLUD Tour & Underoath Collab

Scene Queen chats with us via Zoom about their latest single 'Pink Rover', out now on Hopeless Records. She talks us through the inspiration behind the track, working with her collaborators including As It Is' Ronnie Ish and her plans for the future. Plus, we chat TikTok success, developing a live show and the pink theme that she has carried through her early singles.

Scene Queen On 'Pink Rover', TikTok, Live Show Plans & Dream Collabs

We chat with Papa Roach frontman Jacoby Shaddix as they prepare to release their new album 'Ego Trip' featuring the singles 'Kill The Noise' and 'Swerve'. He talks blending musical styles, the story behind the titled and why bands like Bring Me The Horizon continue to inspire him. Plus, we find out how revisiting 'Infest' inspired his latest record and reflect on making 'Lovehatetragedy' as it approaches its 20th anniversary.

Papa Roach's Jacoby Shaddix Talks New Album 'Ego Trip' & 'Lovehatetragedy' 20 Years On

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

Yours Truly Talk 'Lights On', New Music Plans & Against The Current Tour

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

Masked Wolf On Bring Me The Horizon Collab 'Fallout', 'Astronaut In The Ocean' & TikTok

Motionless In White frontman Chris Motionless chats to us about the band's upcoming new album 'Scoring The End Of The World', featuring the recent singles 'Cyberhex and 'Masterpiece'. He tells us about the writing process, visual concept and the record's collaborations with Beartooth's Caleb Shomo, Knocked Loose's Bryan Garris and composer Mick Gordon. Plus, he tells us about the band's Trinity Of Terror tour with Ice Nine Kills and Black Veil Brides and looks forward to their appearance at Bring Me The Horizon's Malta Weekender event.

Motionless In White frontman Chris Motionless chats to us about the band's upcoming new album 'Scoring The End Of The World', featuring the recent singles 'Cyberhex and 'Masterpiece'. He tells us about the writing process, visual concept and the record's collaborations with Beartooth's Caleb Shomo, Knocked Loose's Bryan Garris and composer Mick Gordon. Plus, he tells us about the band's Trinity Of Terror tour with Ice Nine Kills and Black Veil Brides and looks forward to their appearance at Bring Me The Horizon's Malta Weekender event.

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Motionless In White's Chris On 'Cyberhex', 'Masterpiece' & New Album 'Scoring The End Of The World'

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

The Rasmus On 'Jezebel' & Eurovision Song Contest 2022

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

Machine Gun Kelly & MOD SUN On 'Good Mourning' Movie, 'Mainstream Sellout' & More

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

Jamie Campbell Bower On 'Stranger Things 4', Vecna Playlist & 'Run On'

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

Parkway Drive's Winston McCall On New Album 'Darker Still'

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

Travie McCoy On New Album 'Never Slept Better' & Gym Class Heroes

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

Waterparks' Awsten Knight On 'Funeral Grey', 'Self-Sabotage' & New Album

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

The Interrupters' Aimee & Kevin Talk New Album 'In The Wild'

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

New Years Day's Ash Costello Talks 'Hurts Like Hell'

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

Death Cab For Cutie's Ben Gibbard Talks New Album 'Asphalt Meadows'

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

Bush's Gavin Rossdale On New Album 'The Art Of Survival', Woodstock '99 & 'Machinehead'

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

Pierce The Veil On 'King For A Day' Live & 'Pass The Nirvana' | When We Were Young Festival 2022

Welcome to Episode 04 of the Rock Sound Podcast, featuring new interviews with You Me At Six's Josh Franceschi, SAINTE and Dallon Weekes and Ryan Seaman's new band, I Don't Know How But They Found Me! Available weekly on Soundcloud and iTunes!

Rock Sound Podcast #004 - You Me At Six, SAINTE + I Don't Know How But They Found Me

On episode 12 of the Rock Sound Podcast, it's an American Satan special to celebrate the film's release day, featuring in-depth chats with its stars Andy Biersack (Black Veil Brides) and Ben Bruce (Asking Alexandria) about what it was like to put down their instruments and act in a major motion picture alongside each other. And it's also the return of our new band spotlight, introducing one of the hottest new bands on the planet, Chase Atlantic, who are breaking down the borders between genres and blending musical worlds.

Rock Sound Podcast #012 - American Satan Special (Ben Bruce + Andy Biersack) + Chase Atlantic

Up for another huge podcast for the Rock Sound Awards powered by EMP.co.uk? Well, now it’s time for our Best International Band winners, One OK Rock! We spoke to Taka Moriuchi (and his translator, Jamil) about recording the mega ‘Ambitions’, working with Alex Gaskarth and 5 Seconds Of Summer and their bid to take over the world.

Rock Sound Awards Powered By EMP: Best International Band - One OK Rock

As the Vans Warped Tour nears the end of the final cross-country run, we take a look back at the best, funniest and most memorable moments with some of the biggest names from throughout its history. Ben Barlow from Neck Deep looks at the impact Warped had on the band's success in the US, Mike Shinoda recounts Linkin Park's legendary surprise performance in 2014 and Chris Motionless tells us about Motionless In White's eventful debut performance.

This episode is brought to you with Don Broco's Feb 2019 UK tour with Neck Deep and Issues. Get full dates and ticket details over at myticket.co.uk.

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