In this heavy-hitting episode of Northwest Connection Podcast, we sit down with UK-based metal band Row of Ashes to explore the sonic rituals behind their genre-defying sound. Known for fusing doom, sludge, black metal, and post-metal into emotionally charged compositions, Row of Ashes opens up about their creative process, lyrical themes, and the cathartic power of distortion.
Whether you're into underground metal, atmospheric soundscapes, or raw live energy, this interview delivers deep insights and brutal honesty. We talk gear, gigs, and the philosophy behind the noise—perfect for fans of Neurosis, Amenra, and Cult of Luna.
🎧 Tune in for exclusive stories, band dynamics, and a glimpse into the UK’s evolving heavy music scene.
🎧 Northwest Connection x Ba’al – Sheffield Metal Band Interview Join Northwest Connection as we dive deep with Sheffield’s doom metal powerhouse Ba’al. In this exclusive podcast episode, we explore the band’s creative process, gear setups, live performance energy, and the emotional intensity behind their sound. Whether you're into UK metal, post-metal, or atmospheric doom, this conversation delivers raw insight and sonic depth.
🔊 Topics include:
Ba’al’s influences and evolution
Behind-the-scenes of their latest release
Touring rituals and studio setups
How metal connects with emotion and landscape
Perfect for fans of Neurosis, Amenra, and the UK underground metal scene.
📍 Recorded in a neon-drenched dystopia. Stream now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your audio.
In this episode of Northwest Connection, we sit down with rising alternative band Sans Froid to explore their creative journey — from DIY beginnings to crafting a signature sound that fuses indie rock, ambient textures, and experimental glitch.
We talk about songwriting rituals, sonic evolution, and the emotional weight behind their latest releases. Whether you're into underground music, post-punk revival, or just discovering new alternative bands, this episode delivers raw insight and rich atmosphere.
Perfect for fans of music podcasts, artist interviews, and Spotify discover weekly vibes.
🎹 Featuring neon piano riffs, haunted harmonies, and stories from the edge of genre.
Northwest Connection: Neotribe Festival Special – Live from Sunbird Records, Darwen
Join us for a deep dive into the UK underground music scene with this exclusive episode recorded live at Neotribe Festival 2025. Hosted at the legendary Sunbird Records in Darwen, Lancashire, this special edition of Northwest Connection podcast features backstage interviews with every band on the lineup—capturing raw energy, creative rituals, and sonic storytelling across genres like metal, punk, glitch, ambient, and experimental rock.
🎧 Discover emerging UK artists, festival culture, and behind-the-scenes insights🎤 Hosted by Northwest Connection, your gateway to Northern music and podcasting culture📍 Featuring Sunbird Records, Neotribe Festival, and the Darwen music community
Perfect for fans of independent music, festival coverage, and artist interviews. Hit play and step into the tribe.
This episode, we dive headfirst into the chaos with Bolton’s own Papashangos—a punk band that’s equal parts theatrical mayhem and raw sonic power. From drunken clown origins to gear-smashing gigs, the band unpacks their wild journey through the UK punk scene. We talk DIY ethos, cult followings, and what it’s really like to tear up the stage at Rebellion Festival.
Expect noise. Expect nonsense. Expect chaos.
We lost Will very early in the recording, chaos follows these lot everywhere!
In this episode of Northwest Connection we drift into the sonic depths of Overhead the Albatross. With their latest album I Leave You This, the Dublin-based post-rock collective crafts a requiem for memory—layered in strings, static, and seismic emotion.
We catch them between echoes: backstage rituals, creative fractures, and the quiet urgency of leaving something behind. It’s a conversation stitched with ghost notes and glitch light, where every sound feels like a farewell and a beginning.
This isn’t just music—it’s cartography for the heartbroken, a map of what was felt.
Rozemary crawled out of the Wirral with nothing but noise, nerve, and a name that sticks like blood on denim. In this episode, they tear through their origin story—no fairy tales, just busted amps, basement gigs, and the bands that lit the fuse. It’s a loud love letter to the Wirral’s underground scene: scrappy, strange, and finally waking up. If you’re into feedback, fury, and the kind of honesty that doesn’t flinch, this one hits hard.
🔥 Northwest Connection presents an intimate interview with Still—an artist who reshapes black metal into ritual, memory, and myth.
In this emotionally charged episode, Still speaks from the quiet edges of black metal, where silence isn’t emptiness—it’s sacred. Beneath the distortion and fury lies a deeper truth: the cold we choose, the hurt that holds us together, and the fire that burns beneath the noise.
We explore the tension between restraint and rage, the beauty of what’s left unsaid, and the rituals that shape identity in underground music. This isn’t just an interview—it’s a cinematic meditation on grief, endurance, and the sacred violence of sound.
Whether you’re drawn to atmospheric black metal, post-metal introspection, or the raw poetry of artist storytelling, this episode delivers a visceral experience.
Indifferent Engine are back—and they brought Speculative Fiction, a blistering new album that fuses dystopian noise with razor-sharp intent. In this episode of Northwest Connection, we crack open the gears behind the sound: the tension, the torque, and the total refusal to conform. From lyrical breakdowns to studio chaos, it’s a full-throttle dive into the band’s most volatile release yet.
This isn’t speculation. It’s ignition.
Plug in. Tune out. Let the Engine run wild.
Step into the sonic fog with post-rock powerhouse The Grey as they unravel the stories, sounds, and shadows behind their latest album Kodok. From towering walls of distortion to moments of haunting stillness, The Grey takes us on a journey through the creative storms that shaped their most atmospheric work to date. In this episode, we explore the alchemy of their songwriting, the landscapes that inspire them, and what lies beyond the edge of the Grey.
Prepare for impact.
In this episode, we sit down with Hundred Year Old Man, the Leeds-based post-metal juggernaut known for their towering walls of sound, slow-burning intensity, and apocalyptic atmosphere. We explore the creative forces behind their latest material, the emotional depths that shape their sound, and how they build vast, immersive sonic landscapes that crush and captivate in equal measure.
We also talk about their standout performances at ArcTanGent Festival, where their live show proved why they’re one of the UK’s most compelling heavy acts — atmospheric, relentless, and unforgettable.
This is more than metal — it’s a descent into the deep, the bleak, and the beautifully brutal.
Whether you're a longtime fan or new to the band, this is an essential listen for anyone drawn to the heavier end of the spectrum.
Step into the shadows with Tayne, the genre-defying dark industrial band blending harsh electronics, hypnotic noise, and raw emotion. In this episode, we sit down with frontman Matthew Sutton to talk sonic chaos, catharsis, the evolution of Tayne’s sound, and what it means to make music at the edge of discomfort and beauty. From distortion to vulnerability, no frequency is off-limits.
Whether you're a longtime fan or a newcomer drawn to the noise, this is your gateway into Tayne’s world.
Post-rock juggernauts Civil Service clock in and crank up in this no-holds-barred interview. We talk distortion, dynamics, and dodging the daily grind through walls of sound. The band gives us a peek behind the curtain of their upcoming album — working title: Dark — a heavy, cinematic storm of a record that’s shaping up to be their boldest yet.
Forget office hours — this is Civil Service like you’ve never heard them before: loud, loose, and fully plugged in.
In this episode, we sit down with Richard Knox — the creative force behind A-Sun Amissa and the founder of Gizeh Records. Richard shares the full arc of A-Sun Amissa’s journey, from its experimental roots to its evolving sonic identity. We explore the pivotal decision to start Gizeh Records, the ethos behind running an independent label, and how that venture has shaped both his music and broader creative vision.
We also dive into Richard’s visual art and the intimate way it intertwines with his sound — from album covers to the textures that bind his projects together. It’s a conversation about atmosphere, intention, and building worlds through both sound and image.
This week, we bring the chaos with Without Andrew — a punk band that doesn’t care about your rules, your trends, or your polished playlists. Raw, fast, loud, and real as hell, these guys talk shit, tell stories, and tear down the walls of what music "should" be. We get into their origins, their latest sonic assaults, and why they’ll never sell out (unless the check is really big).
This isn’t just a band — it’s a middle finger with a soundtrack. Plug in, turn it up, and get ready to riot.
Join us for an exclusive chat with Manchester indie band Dakota Avenue as they reflect on their musical journey, creative process, and future plans—including their recent support slot for Sleeper and insights into their latest track “Next Bill”. From early inspirations to upcoming ambitions, this episode is packed with stories you won’t want to miss. 🎸🎤
In this episode of the Northwest Connection Podcast, we sit down with rising Leeds band Acetate, a group making serious noise in the UK indie music scene. Blending gritty garage rock energy with post-punk edge, Acetate talks origins, influences, DIY ethos, and what it means to break out of Leeds with an uncompromising sound.
We dive into their creative process, upcoming releases, and what’s next for one of the most exciting emerging artists in the North. Whether you're a fan of raw riffs, sharp lyrics, or just love discovering new UK bands, this episode delivers.
📍 Tune in for a raw, real, and loud conversation with Acetate — a band you’ll want on your radar.
In this episode, we sit down with Dominic from Wigan’s genre-defying outfit, Narcissists, fresh off the release of their blistering new album, Dark Assembly. Beyond the noise and energy, Dominic brings sharp insight and unapologetic opinions about where the music industry is failing—and how it needs to change.
From DIY ethics to rebuilding the scene from the ground up, this isn’t just a conversation about a band on the rise—it’s a call to arms. Big ideas. Loud voices. No compromise.
For our first online podcast , we sit down with Sheffield’s own post-metal force, Hidden Mothers. Fresh off the release of their latest album, the band dives deep into their songwriting process, the emotional weight behind their sound, and what it's like pushing boundaries in the UK heavy music scene. We also talk all things ArcTanGent Festival—from performing among a lineup of genre-defying acts to how it’s shaping the future of experimental metal.
Heavy, hazy, and honest—this is Hidden Mothers like you’ve never heard them.
In this episode of Northwest Connection, we sit down with Manchester's post-metal pioneers, Pleiades — a band known for their cinematic soundscapes, emotionally charged lyrics, and boundary-pushing live shows. We dive into the creative processes behind their genre-defying music, the evolution of their sound, and the stories that fuel their powerful releases. From the DIY ethos that shaped their early days to the ambitious concepts driving their most recent work, this is a deep-dive into one of the most compelling acts on the Northern music scene.
Whether you're a long-time fan or just discovering them, prepare to be pulled into the orbit of Pleiades.
