- 48 minutes 26 secondsDownload Festival 2026... Just One Month To Go!
Welcome back to the Primordial Radio Podcast! In this episode, Pete and Moose are talking about Download Festival 2026, The Big Bang selling out, and what is next for Primordial Radio.
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With Download Festival a month away, Pete and Moose look at the weird combination of excitement, preparation and mild panic that is festival season. There’s a lot of talk about getting older, needing somewhere to sit down and why a hot tub near Download suddenly feels like the height of luxury after years of mud, camping and expensive field-based burgers.
They also talk about what Primordial’s Download coverage could look like this year, especially with a lineup that seems so close to what the station’s all about. It’s like a proper pick and mix of rock and metal from Limp Bizkit, Guns N’ Roses and Linkin Park to Bloodywood, Periphery, Static-X and As Everything Unfolds.
And there’s a big update on the Big Bang, some thoughts on future Primordial events, UpVote, Clubhouse Crawls, and a more honest look at where things are at for the station after a long period of waiting, learning and trying to move forward.
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13 May 2026, 9:04 am - 53 minutes 20 secondsWhy The Metal Community Keeps Showing Up
What a couple of weeks that has been! This week on the podcast, Moose and Dews take a look back at recent events, starting with the Primordial Clubhouse Crawl. They’re joined by the superstar who organised the whole thing, PRFam legend Dr. Ellie Farrands.
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Moose also chats with fellow marathoner Andy Gregory to look back at the London marathon, discussing their shared challenges, and the staggering amount of money they raised between them for Metal For Good.
All of which leads to the third guest for this week (and the unofficial third podcast presenter!) MFG CEO Katy Baker. She and Moose discuss the new charity impact report, which takes a look at Metal For Good’s incredible achievements in the last 3 years.
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6 May 2026, 10:46 am - 20 minutes 26 secondsSevendust Interview | Lajon & Morgan Talk New Album 'One'
We sat down with Lajon Witherspoon and Morgan Rose of Sevendust to talk about their new album 'One', life on the road and the renewed fire driving the band forward in 2026.
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Speaking from the Manchester Arena during their UK and European tour with Alter Bridge, the guys discuss rekindling their relationship with fans overseas, Morgan’s serious health scare in 2019 and why coming back to the UK now feels so important.
They also talk about the brotherhood behind 'One', the immediate response of “Is This The Real You?” and the heartfelt meaning behind “Misdirection”.
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30 April 2026, 5:00 pm - 1 hour 2 minutesHow Moose Survived The Brutal Reality Of Running The London Marathon
To paraphrase Sallah Mohammed Faisel el-Kahir from Raiders of the Lost Ark, MOOSEY! WE ARE SO PLEASED YOU'RE NOT DEAD! Yes, thankfully he made it round, so in this episode, Moose shares his incredible journey of running the London Marathon, the challenges faced, and the lessons learned.
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The guys also pay tribute to SKINDRED, who have just earned their first UK #1 Album with You Got This. We also look ahead to our upcoming Clubhouse Crawl, where we will be hitting up some fantastic independent breweries to show our support for the hospitality industry. Plus, Dews shares a frustrating story about my stolen running shoes and an update on my newly sober lifestyle, which is thankfully already working wonders for my resting heart rate.
Moose Survives The London Marathon
Unfortunate Race Day Toilet Troubles
The Power Of The Marathon Crowd
Raising Massive Funds For Metal For Good
Reflections On Proper Marathon Training
Stolen Running Shoes And Delivery Drama
The Importance Of Respecting The Distance
Skindred Secures A Number One Album
Preparing For The Clubhouse Crawl
Embracing Sobriety And Better Health
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29 April 2026, 12:00 am - 24 minutes 21 secondsFrom Ashes To New | Reflections Deep Dive Interview
We caught up with From Ashes To New vocalists Matt Brandyberry and Danny Case, talking all about their new album 'Reflections', playing live in the UK & Europe again and a look at some of the most underrated nu-metal bands in the scene.
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In this interview, Matt and Danny talk about the psychological friction of turning a lifelong passion into a gruelling career. Looking to their nu metal and rap influences, they discuss the pressure of having to constantly top past achievements without losing the true essence of themselves.The album’s closing track, “Your Ghost,” brings this theme to it's peak, as it's a deeply personal song, threaded with subtle cinematic references of Interstellar, confronting the heartbreak of chasing global tours whilst loved ones left behind.
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24 April 2026, 8:40 am - 43 minutes 22 secondsOne Run Left | The Final Countdown to the London Marathon
Welcome to the Primordial Radio Podcast! After countless long runs, short runs, and everything in between, Moose’s running nightmare is almost over, as it’s finally London Marathon week!
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At time of recording, he’s only got one, single training run left before the big day, so he and Dews talk about his hopes for this coming weekend. Donate here.
Meanwhile, Dews shares a deeply personal update about his journey to prioritize his well-being, explaining his decision to step away from drinking just in time for our upcoming community events.
They also talk through the process of designing some of the latest Primordial merch, available now in the first drop of 2026.
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22 April 2026, 8:20 am - 1 hour 49 secondsSkindred Open Up On New Album 'You Got This' | Mikey Demus Interview
Skindred guitarist Mikey Demus joins us to talk all about the band's new album 'You Got This' set for release via Earache Records.Listen to Primordial Radio 24/7
https://links.primordialradio.com/listenIn this interview, Mikey also chats with Adam Whalley about his musical journey from a teenager inspired by the extraterrestrial energy of Jimi Hendrix to headlining Wembley, his hands-on approach to boutique gear design with Redbeard Effects, and why the “weirdos on top” philosophy is essential for the future of British rock.Additionally he shares his candid views on the limitations of AI and what it means to maintain the soul and nuance of dancehall-infused metal in 2026.
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16 April 2026, 6:48 pm - 38 minutes 13 secondsHow Moose Turned 60 With A Heavy Metal Heart
Welcome to the Primordial Radio Podcast! In this episode, the guys discuss Moose's recent birthday as he shares his remarkable journey (including bits even Dewsbury didn't already know!) through health challenges, marathon training, and life reflections, all infused with humour and wisdom.
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He can also apparently now get free prescriptions. Dews is also fighting his own battles as he's trying to kick vaping to the curb while relying on an old plastic pen for a placebo effect.
There are a lot of things to look forward to though, as we're also getting ready for the Primordial Clubhouse Crawl over the May bank holiday weekend. We'll be visiting some great independent breweries to see the PRfam. We also have some new merchandise coming out, like a bright tie-dye shirt and the exclusive Pink Moosey Club running gear.
- Celebrating Moose's 60th Birthday
- Discounted Meals And Free Prescriptions
- The Struggle To Quit Vaping
- Growing Up With Aortic Stenosis
- Titanium Heart Valves And Beating The Odds
- The Upcoming Primordial Clubhouse Crawl
- Fresh Merch And Tie Dye Designs
- Crushing Twenty Miles For Marathon Training
- Prussian Military Quotes And Ruined Songs
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15 April 2026, 12:00 am - 20 minutes 31 secondsMark Tremonti & Lajon Witherspoon | Interview Special from UK Tour
We caught up with Alter Bridge & Creed guitarist Mark Tremonti and Sevendust frontman Lajon Witherspoon in this interview special from the Manchester arena on their recent UK tour.
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In this interview, Mark and Lajon speak to us about the reception to the new Alter Bridge album, how Mark and Lajon met in Texas, why Sevendust are one of the most underrated rock bands in the scene, and the challenges rock bands face in 2026.
While new bands are stuck on a never-ending social media hamster wheel, the guys reflect on how writing timeless, undeniable songs is still the only sure way to stay in the business for a long time.
They also talk about how they stay grounded when they play big venues like the Manchester Arena. For both of them, keeping their egos in check means treating their touring camps like family and bringing their kids along, making the long, hard schedules more bearable and supportive.Looking ahead, they have no plans of slowing down, with Tremonti having Creed in his view for new music, and Sevendust set to release their new album 'One' in May 2026.
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14 April 2026, 5:00 pm - 41 minutes 32 secondsBehind The Merch | From Takedown Festival To A Pink Moose
Welcome to the Primordial Radio Podcast! Today Moose & Dews talk about everything from festival basements and marathon mistakes to how to stay sane in a world that's always changing.
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Moose is feeling better now that he's had some time off from the night shift. He talks about his weekend at Takedown Festival, where he held down the Metal for Good fort. Even though the pre-loved merchandise was hidden away, it got a lot of support.
Dewsbury also tells the story of a fun and wholesome Easter egg hunt at Grandma's house that took a very funny and unexpected turn because of some very laid-back neighbours.
Moose also tells a painfully funny story about how he had to fight for his dignity in a local bowling alley bathroom. We also look forward to some new Primordial merch drops, like Dewsbury's long-awaited tie-dye shirt, and take a moment to recognise how strange it is to go about your daily life when the news cycle is completely upside down.- Time Off From The Night Shift
- Takedown Festival And Metal For Good
- An Easter Egg Hunt With A Lot Of Smell
- Changing What You Expect From The London Marathon
- The Bowling Alley Bathroom Incident
- Finding The Health Benefits Of Running
- Starting To Sell New Primordial Merch
- Getting Ready For The Clubhouse Crawl
- Getting Through Life In A Crazy World
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8 April 2026, 7:11 am - 46 minutes 12 secondsThe Future of UK Radio? + The Clubhouse Crawl
Welcome to Moose and Dewsbury's audition tape for that newly-available Radio 2 breakfast slot. Yikes.
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In radio, you know it's bad when a presenter is told "you've already done your last show," so this week the guys start off with shop-talk by briefly discussing the *big* broadcasting news regarding Radio 2 and their recently-departed breakfast presenter.
They soon get onto the good news though, with an update on Moose's marathon training, and a look ahead to the Primordial Clubhouse Crawl, happening on May Bank Holiday weekend.
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