
This is our love letter back to Download Festival, we discuss all things Download related + anything else that’s happening in the world of rock/alternative music.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 129 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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This episode we discuss every band playing on the Saturday at Download Festival 2026.
Saturday at Download Festival 2026 is headlined by Guns N’ Roses, bringing a classic, stadium-rock feel with their biggest hits. The day mixes modern heavy acts li... more
Join us in this bonus episode where we speak with Lais Martins Waring about PR and her involvement with Download Festival - what she does in the lead up to the festival and her role on site as well.
This episode we discuss every band playing on the Friday at Download Festival 2026.
Friday at Download Festival 2026 is led by Limp Bizkit as headliners, with major acts like Cypress Hill, Pendulum, and Electric Callboy setting a strong rap-rock and... more
This episode we talk all about what we can expect at Eddfest this year which is being held at Knebworth on Friday 10th and Saturday 11th July. We also revisit our top 10 Iron Maiden albums for the first time in almost 5 years.
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Found it after looking for something to help me get over my download blues this year!
I have now gone back and listened to pretty much every episode in 3 months, best Podcast out there 🤘
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This show blends love for Download Festival with wide-ranging discussions about rock and alternative music, mixing festival nostalgia with sharp takes on lineups, legends, and industry shifts. Episodes frequently center on upcoming or past festival announcements, deep dives into iconic artists, and playful banter between hosts, making it feel like a knowledgeable, enthusiastic community of fans. A standout trait is the mix of casual storytelling with thoughtful analysis, plus recurring segments like listener-inspired awards and festival previews that keep conversations fresh and festival-focused for years of content.
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