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 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 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 chatted via Zoom with Twenty One Pilots' Tyler Joseph and Josh Dun, all about the making of their latest album 'Scaled And Icy'. They tell us how they brought out the humanity on tracks like 'Shy Away' while recording the parts in isolation. Plus, find out how their 'Vessel'-era informed the single 'Choker' and why piano is more present on  tracks like 'Good Day' and the Ben Folds-influenced 'Mulberry Street'. We also look back on their incredible livestream experience, featuring a multitude of extra musicians and new staging elements that brought the songs to life. Finally, we look to the future and how they plan to wrap up the story of DEMA within their next album.

Twenty One Pilots On 'Scaled And Icy' & Livestream Show

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

Deaf Havana's Matt and James Veck-Gilodi join us via Zoom to talk through the new era of the band, current single 'Going Clear' and their upcoming new album 'The Present Is A Foreign Land'. Plus, what did they learn from the 'Rituals' era? And we look forward to live shows including their appearance at Slam Dunk Festival 2022.

Deaf Havana Talk 'Going Clear' & New Album 'The Present Is A Foreign Land'

Korn frontman Jonathan Davis talks us through the making of the band's new album 'Requiem', featuring the singles 'Start The Healing', 'Forgotten' and 'Lost In The Grandeur'. Jonathan tells us about creating the general sound of the record and why it is so different from previous release 'The Nothing'. Also, we reflect on the upcoming 20th anniversary of the album 'Untouchables' featuring the single 'Here To Stay'. Plus, we find out how the band put together their huge livestream show 'Monumental' and look forward to their joint tour with System Of A Down and grand return to Download Festival.

Korn's Jonathan Davis On New Album 'Requiem'

We chat with Sueco ahead of the release of his album 'It Was Fun While It Lasted' about the writing process behind singles like 'Paralyzed' and 'Loser'. Also, we talk through his high profile collaborations including his work with producer John Feldmann, 'SOS' with Travis Barker, 'Swerve' with Papa Roach and Fever 333. Plus, his secrets to TikTok success and plans for his first ever live tour.

Sueco On 'Paralyzed', 'Loser' & New Album 'It Was Fun While It Lasted'

Incubus frontman Brandon Boyd chats with us via Zoom, fresh from the release of his latest solo album, 'Echoes And Cocoons', featuring the singles 'More Better' and 'Pocket Knife'. He tells us about his writing process, working remotely with producer John Congleton and the new sounds he wanted to experiment with. Plus, we reflect on the recent 20th anniversary of 'Morning View' and Incubus' return to the Malibu house where it was recorded. Finally, we hear how Brandon's recent surgery has impacted his voice and talk through the band's upcoming live dates and return to rehearsals.

Incubus' Brandon Boyd On 'Morning View' 20th Anniversary, New Solo Album & Tour Plans

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

Against The Current's Chrissy Costanza, Will Ferri and Dan Gow chat with us backstage as they continue their UK tour in support of recent EP 'Fever'. We talk returning to live shows and putting together their setlist, including a cover of Taking Back Sunday's 'MakeDamnSure'. Also, they tell us about writing 'Wildfire' in collaboration with the League Of Legends team, what to expect from their next EP and look forward to Sad Summer Fest later this year. Plus, Chrissy tells us about her upcoming collaboration with State Champs, 'Half Empty', and Will tells why he thinks Tom DeLonge would be a perfect guest on a future ATC song.

Against The Current On 'Wildfire', League Of Legends, Taking Back Sunday Cover & New EP

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'

Sum 41 frontman Deryck Whibley chats with us ahead of the band's headline appearance at Slam Dunk Festival 2022. He talks becoming a UK citizen, his recent collaboration with Simple Plan, 'Ruin My Life', and plans for the band's upcoming new double album. Plus, returning to the live stage and relearning songs from their 'All Killer No Filler' album as it celebrates its 21st anniversary.

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Sum 41's Deryck Whibley On Slam Dunk 2022, Simple Plan Collab & New Double Album

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

The Gaslight Anthem's Brian Fallon guides us through the band's upcoming return, from tour rehearsals to writing new music. He tells us why now felt like the right time to reform the band, his approach to songwriting and reflects on their debut 'Sink Or Swim' which turns 15 this year. Plus, we look back on his recent solo work, from 'Local Honey' to his holiday record 'Night Divine', and revisiting 'The '59 Sound' for a special lockdown livestream.

The Gaslight Anthem's Brian Fallon On Reunion Tour & New Album

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

Cavetown, aka Robin Skinner, talks us through the making of their brand new album 'Worm Food', featuring the singles 'frog', '1994' and 'Fall In Love With A Girl'. He talks recording in San Diego and collaborating with Pierce The Veil frontman Vic Fuentes on the song 'A Kind Thing To Do'. Plus, he tells us about the This Is Home project, his huge UK shows including a London date at the Hammersmith Apollo and reflects on 10 years since starting out as a musician on YouTube.

Cavetown On 'Worm Food', Pierce The Veil Collab & 10 Years As An Artist

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

Welcome to the all new Rock Sound Podcast. Kicking things off is our No.1 on this year's Rock Sound 50 list, Waterparks frontman Awsten Knight, who talks about what makes him fearless, new music and puts together his very own 'Mini Mixtape'. Plus, Lynn Gunn and Brian MacDonald from PVRIS play a game of 'Translate The Lyric' and we get to know the boys from Palaye Royale in their 'First Time, Last Time' interview.

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Waterparks' Awsten Knight, Plus PVRIS & Palaye Royale

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