In this episode of The Out Crew Podcast we are joined by Theo of Real Life Presents. Tune in to hear about Theo's musical backstory, putting hardcore shows on at New Cross Inn, London librarycore, the upcoming fifth edition of Punks for Palestine, and many more fun summer shows. For show and tell this week we discuss the albums "False Confession" b…

In this episode of The Out Crew Podcast we are joined by hardcore king Riz Farooqi. Tune in to hear about Riz's musical origin story, moving to London and joining King Street in time for their debut album release, being a pioneer of Hong Kong hardcore with King Ly Chee, and championing Asian-made heavy music on his website UniteAsia. For show and t…

In this episode of The Out Crew Podcast we are joined by Sal, vocalist and guitarist of London queercore three-piece Shooting Daggers. Tune in to hear about Sal's musical roots, the one-year anniversary of the Shooting Dagggers album "Love and Rage", skateboarding, writing music specifically by and for femme and queer people, and exciting upcoming …

In this episode of The Out Crew Podcast we celebrate the recent release of "In His Blood" by UK death metal faves Vacuous. Joined by the man himself Jo Chen, vocalist of Vacuous, we chat all things new album: musical and lyrical inspirations, album artwork, signing to the legendary Relapse Records, and the upcoming album tour. Follow us on instagra…

In this episode of The Out Crew Podcast we are joined by Connor Llewellyn, Bristol/south Wales gig promoter and hardcore bass player. Tune in to hear about Connor's music origin story, promoting shows with Blowout Nights, their busy first year with Perp Walk, and publicly coming out as non-binary in the scene. For show and tell this week we discuss…

In this episode of The Out Crew Podcast we are joined by Tim Birkbeck, scene photographer and vocalist of Bristol hardcore punk band Uncertainty. Tune in for Tim's musical backstory, pink balaclavas, vegan and queer lyrical themes in their music, how they express their non-binary gender identity in the scene, and Mr Brightside. For show and tell th…

In this episode of The Out Crew Podcast we are joined by Luke Poulton, lover of all things hardcore and Aardman. Tune in to the wireless to hear about Luke's musical backstory, how his passion for Wallace and Gromit influences his grindcore band Cracking, being autistic in the hardcore scene, and what the future holds for Cracking. For show and tel…

In our new year special episode, Luke and Harry share their 10 favourite live sets of 2024 and look forward to the year ahead. What was your favourite live set of the year? Let us know in the comments or email us at [email protected]. Follow us on instagram @the_out_crew_podBy Luke Soneji and Harry Higginson

In our end of year special episode, Luke and Harry share their 10 favourite albums of 2024 as well as some honourable mentions and EPs. What was your album of the year? Let us know in the comments or email us at [email protected]. Follow us on instagram @the_out_crew_podBy Luke Soneji and Harry Higginson

In this episode of The Out Crew Podcast we are joined by Amber Brooks, co-founder of Out of Rage Network. Tune in to hear about Amber's heavy music and journalism backstory, their stories of co-managing Out of Rage Network, the network's first full magazine issue (featuring cover star Delilah Bon and a playlist made by us), and a good old chat abou…

In this episode of The Out Crew Podcast we are joined by Paul Collier, vocalist of Bristol hardcore punk band Perp Walk. Tune in to hear about Paul's musical journey, how working for the NHS during the pandemic influences his lyrics, childhood music therapy, and Perp Walk's recent Canada tour and Outbreak Festival appearance. For show and tell this…

In this episode of The Out Crew Podcast we are joined by Omar Raja, a Leeds based multi-instrumentalist in many cool bands. Tune in to hear about Omar's musical origins, his time with nutty grinders Ona Snop and war metallers Gorgon Vomit, some exciting new musical projects, his British-Pakistani identity, and the charity compilation "No More Death…

In this episode of The Out Crew Podcast we are joined by Juda Gentelini of London manic thrashers Lobotomica. Tune in to hear about Juda's musical backstory, how he incorporates his Brazilian heritage into Lobotomica's music, historical stories of the quilombos, and the new split with Gorgon Vomit: "Liberation Weapon". For show and tell this week w…

In this episode of The Out Crew Podcast we are joined by Harry Bailey and George Milner, collectively known as UK queercore duo Death Goals. Tune in to hear about how Harry and George incorporate their queer identities into their music, the highlights of their busy past year, and a teaser of what is soon to come in the Death Goals world. For show a…

Happy Pride Month to all of our LGBTQIA+ listeners! In this episode Luke and Harry discuss their experiences as queer people in the heavy music scene, Harry gives an outline of their dissertation on trans rights in the UK, and we give shoutouts to some of the queer artists that we love. We also hear from some of you; many thanks to Shezer from Ripp…

In this episode of The Out Crew Podcast we are joined by UK based vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Serena Cherry. Tune in for a chat about Serena's musical background, her time as a founding member of post-metal faves Svalbard, her solo black metal project Noctule, feminist lyrical themes in metal, mental health, arachnophobia, and of course roll…

In this episode of The Out Crew Podcast we are joined by Harry Nott, vocalist of UK hardcore infused death metal band Burner. Tune in to hear about Harry's musical past, his contribution to Burner's lyrics, his straight edge lifestyle, and Burner's upcoming major festival appearances. For show and tell this week we discuss the albums "Load" by Meta…

In this episode of The Out Crew Podcast we are joined by Tom Bienkowski, vocalist of Birmingham hardcore stompers Flesh Creep. Tune in to hear stories about Tom's musical background, discussions about class politics in the UK, our thoughts on Flesh Creep's newly released debut album "We Need You To Bleed", and more! Follow us on instagram @the_out_…

In this episode of The Out Crew Podcast we are joined by South West heavy music connoisseur Craig Tinney. Tune in for stories about Craig's musical journey, his independent DIY label Eggy Tapes, his solo harsh noise project Puddle Brain, and the local Bristol heavy music scene. For show and tell this week we discuss the albums "Oil of Every Pearl's…

In this episode of The Out Crew Podcast we are joined by Nat Lacuna, vocalist of The Holy Ghost Tabernacle Choir and Soundaltar. Tune in to hear about Nat's musical inspirations, their queer identity, life in the southern US, and their work in bands past and present. For show and tell this week we discuss the albums "Dreamkilller" by Sumerlands and…

In this episode of The Out Crew Podcast we are joined by Sophie, one half of UK street punks Glitchers. Tune in to hear about Sophie's lockdown drumming origins, interesting tales about playing punk gigs in public, her experiences as a woman in the UK punk scene, and a taste of what the future holds for Glitchers. For show and tell this week we dis…

In this episode of The Out Crew Podcast we are joined by drummer and writer T Coles. Tune in to hear about T's past and present musical projects, their childhood Chumbawumba phase, their book about death metal, and their experiences as a non-binary person in metal. For show and tell this week we discuss the albums "Hatred for Mankind" by Dragged In…

In this episode of The Out Crew Podcast we are joined by fellow metal podcaster Fae Scott-Dench. Tune in to hear about Fae's musical origins, her PR work for Redefining Darkness Records, how she explores the intersection between metal and psychology in the Metal Heads Podcast, and her experiences as a death metal mum. As well as this, in our new sh…

In the second of two end of year special episodes, Luke and Harry give their opinions on the other person's top 10 AOTY list, and recap 2023 by answering a set of fun questions. Feel free to email your AOTY lists to [email protected] Follow us on instagram @the_out_crew_podBy Luke Soneji and Harry Higginson

In the first of two end of year special episodes, Luke and Harry share their 10 favourite albums of 2023 as well as some honourable mentions and EPs. Feel free to email your AOTY lists to [email protected] Follow us on instagram @the_out_crew_podBy Luke Soneji and Harry Higginson

In this episode of The Out Crew Podcast we are joined by Melissa Arkley, a Communications, Media and Cultural Studies PhD student at the University of Huddersfield. Tune in to learn about her research, which is focused on the digital feminist activism of women and non-binary extreme metal vocalists, and how they are using the conventions of extreme…

In this episode of The Out Crew Podcast we are joined by Nina Saeidi. Tune in to find out about Nina's musical story, how she incorporates her Iranian roots into the music she makes with Lowen, her experiences with gender identity, and her podcasting adventures with Serpent Temple. Follow us on Instagram @the_out_crew_pod…

In this episode of The Out Crew Podcast we are joined by Vasi Lisa from Exeter riot-grrrls Seizure Salad. Tune in to hear about Vas's musical journey, how feminism is incorporated into her music, and her relationship with her birth country. This episode also features Luke's recap of Damnation Festival 2023, what a great weekend! Follow us on Instag…

In this episode of The Out Crew Podcast we are joined by Harry's friend Celia (not in a band, just a legend). Tune in for stories of Celia's past and present musical adventures, and a chat about her experiences as a woman in the UK hardcore scene. Follow us on Instagram @the_out_crew_podBy Luke Soneji and Harry Higginson

In this episode of The Out Crew Podcast we are joined by Şirin Bozkurt from Bristol blackened hardcore doomers Moon Reaper. Tune in for a journey through Şirin's musical past, her experiences as a woman in the metal scene, and a chat about Moon Reaper's recent Bloodstock debut. Follow us on Instagram @the_out_crew_pod…

In this episode of The Out Crew Podcast we are joined by Jo Chen from London cavernous death dealers Vacuous. Tune in for Jo's musical inspirations, his experiences as an Asian person in the UK music scene, and a chat about his recent return to playing live after a hiatus due to mental health. Follow us on Instagram @the_out_crew_pod…

In this episode of The Out Crew Podcast we are joined by Joe Jenkins from Exeter indie punk fellas The Issues. Tune in for a chat about independent music venues, LGBTQ+ identity in alternative music, and behind the scenes info on The Issues' recently released debut EP entitled Eat the Pelican. Follow us on Instagram @the_out_crew_pod…

In this episode of The Out Crew Podcast we are joined by Cam Shuck from London bestial death metal newcomers Gorgon Vomit. Tune in for Cam's musical origin story, his experiences as a black man in the London extreme metal scene, and a taste of what Gorgon Vomit have in store for the near future. Follow us on Instagram @the_out_crew_pod…

Welcome to the first episode of The Out Crew Podcast! Get to know us a little better by listening to Luke and Harry chat to each other about a selection of albums and live sets that they have enjoyed over the years. Follow us on Instagram @the_out_crew_podBy Luke Soneji and Harry Higginson