Northwest Connection

Seventeen‑year‑old Walton Vale breakout artist Harry Fazakerley joins the Northwest Connection Podcast for a fast‑paced, story‑packed episode diving into his rising music career and the buzz around his latest track “Temptress.” Known for his nonstop chat, sharp riffs, and raw talent, Harry talks about growing up in Walton Vale, finding his sound, and navigating the Northwest scene at just 17. Gues...

In this episode of the Northwest Connection Podcast, we sit down with Trial Tapes , the Liverpool post‑punk/noise band known for their lo‑fi textures, analog grit, and cinematic atmosphere. Fresh off the release of their new EP , the band talks about the creative process behind the project — from tape‑machine hiss and DIY recording techniques to the themes that shaped the record’s mood and tension...

On this episode of the Northwest Connection Podcast, we sit down with SLAB , the heavy, minimalist, Manchester‑born band reshaping the UK underground with their concrete‑thick riffs and industrial tension. We dive into the roots of their sound, the influence of Manchester’s post‑industrial landscape, and the creative process behind their heaviest tracks. From repetition and weight to atmosphere an...

Welcome to NWC Podcast — this episode we step into the shadows with Liminal Project , an electronic trio emerging from Liverpool’s underground scene. Known for their dark synth textures, glitch‑driven rhythms, and cinematic sound design, Liminal Project craft music that lives between worlds: analog and digital, memory and distortion, signal and noise. In this episode, we explore their creative pro...

Bristol chaos‑merchants Sugar Horse join the Northwest Connection Podcast to tear open the world behind their new album Not A Sound in Heaven . This episode dives into the band’s explosive sound, experimental heavy music approach, and the emotional wreckage that fuels their songwriting. Expect conversations about noise, distortion, creative destruction, and the strange beauty of making post‑metal...

Swiss heavy‑music disruptors Coilguns join the Northwest Connection Podcast for a raw, high‑intensity dive into the world of hardcore, post‑metal, and noise‑driven chaos. Fresh from a run of explosive live performances, the band talks creative pressure, physicality on stage, and the strange poetry behind their signature sound. From the weight of Millennial Violence to the catharsis of the pit, thi...

Step into the neon jungle with this episode of Northwest Connection Podcast , we feature the brilliantly chaotic math‑rock outfit Wot Gorilla? Known for their angular riffs, unpredictable time signatures, and infectious energy, Wot Gorilla? join us for a playful deep‑dive into their creative process, their influences, and the wonderfully weird world of modern math rock. In this episode, we talk ab...

In this episode we are joined by 601 — a band in the middle of a full‑blown sonic rebellion. Their sound is shifting fast: heavier synths, sharper textures, and a raw electronic energy that’s tearing away from their earlier work. We get into the evolution behind their new direction, the risks they’re taking in the studio, and how they’re reshaping their identity inside the UK electronic music scen...

In this episode of the North West Connection Podcast , we sit down with Bad Owl Presents , one of the most respected DIY music promoters in Leeds and the wider UK underground music scene . We dive into how they’ve built a reputation for left‑field bookings , independent live music , and creating a genuine community for emerging artists , touring bands , and fans of alternative, experimental, and h...

Test Plan step into the Northwest Connection lab for a high‑ into their creativeenergy deep dive process, their evolving sound, and the experimental approach that’s been shaping their latest releases. In this episode, we explore how the band blends heavy riffs, glitch‑driven textures to build a style, and raw DIY production that feels both chaotic and meticulously engineered. From songwriting meth...

Step into the heart of the UK heavy‑music scene as Northwest Connection sits down with Deathbloom , the all‑female metal band redefining what power, precision, and presence look like onstage. In this high‑energy festival‑style conversation, we dive into their creative process, their rise through the underground, and the raw intensity behind their signature sound. Expect stories from the road, behi...

On this episode of Northwest Connection Podcast , we’re diving straight into the heart of Ireland’s heavy underground — a scene built on sweat, distortion, and the kind of cathartic chaos you only understand when you’re shoulder‑to‑shoulder in a packed room. And at the center of that storm is Worn Out , the Cork metallic hardcore band turning raw emotion into something explosive, honest, and unfor...

Step inside this week’s episode of Northwest Connection as we sit down in conversation with She the Throne , the rising industrial band shaping Manchester’s underground music scene. We talk about their creative process, the mythology and imagery that inspire their sound, and how they’re carving out a distinct identity in the world of industrial music , dark electronic , and alternative culture . W...

Cold In Berlin step into the Northwest Connection Podcast for a conversation carved from shadow, grit, and the stark honesty that defines their sound. We talk creative survival, the pull of the darker aesthetic, and the emotional weight behind their latest album — a record that pushes their gothic intensity into sharper, colder territory. From windswept stages to the quiet corners where songs are...

Step into the dust and distortion with Dimscua , one of the most intense rising forces in the underground metal scene. In this episode of the Northwest Connection Podcast , we dig into the bleak, crushing world behind their track “Dusteater” — exploring the band’s creative process, sonic influences, and the raw emotion that fuels their heaviest work. From riff construction to lyrical themes, Dimsc...

UK experimental metal outfit Under sit down with Northwest Connection for a rare, in‑depth conversation about the long road to their upcoming album — a project shaped by years of writing, reworking, and rebuilding. Known for their abrasive, avant‑garde approach to heavy music , the trio discuss the creative dead ends, breakthroughs, and evolving philosophies that pushed their sound further into th...

You’ve seen their work on releases from Coldbones, Blanket, Din of Celestial Birds, Blanket, A Burial at Sea, and a growing list of post‑rock and metal artists who trust them to define the first impression of their sound. Their covers don’t just decorate a record — they build the world around it. We dig into how visuals shape identity, how artwork influences the way listeners experience a band, an...

Join the Northwest Connection Podcast as we dive into the immersive world of Mountainscape , the UK-based post-rock band known for their expansive soundscapes, cinematic crescendos, and ambient textures. In this episode, we explore the band’s creative process, influences, and the landscapes that inspire their music. From shimmering guitar layers to thunderous climaxes, Mountainscape crafts a sonic...

Liverpool’s own Never or Now crash into the Northwest Connection Podcast with their unapologetic brand of loser core music — a chaotic mix of punk energy, indie angst, and raw alternative rock. In this episode, the band talks about screaming into microphones, jumping mid‑air, and why failure can be the most stylish form of success. Expect riffs, laughs, and plenty of noise as we explore: The rise...

In this episode of the Northwest Connection Podcast, we sit down with Celestial Diadem , a visionary post‑rock PR company redefining how bands and artists connect with audiences. As our first PR company guest , Celestial Diadem shares insights into music promotion, artist storytelling, and post‑rock branding strategies that resonate across the global scene. From building mythologies around soundsc...

Northwest Connection heads to Akari Festival 2025 in Manchester , invited by the powerhouse band Civil Service for a full day of music, culture, and behind-the-scenes access. This episode dives into the UK alternative music scene , featuring live impressions and interviews with standout acts like Pleiades , The Grey , Slab , Wildernesses , and of course, Civil Service themselves. Whether you'r...

New Ghost from Sheffield joins the Northwest Connection Podcast for an in‑depth conversation about music, identity, and the evolving UK scene. In this feature episode, we explore the band’s Sheffield roots, the creative journey behind their sound, and how they’re carving out a unique space in alternative rock and post‑punk. From the industrial heritage of Sheffield to the modern energy of its unde...

Underdark joins Northwest Connection fresh off Arctangent Festival to talk black metal, grief, and resistance. From Sheffield’s underground to global stages, the band dives into sonic rebellion, antifascist roots, and the catharsis of heavy music. Doom, dissent, and distortion—this is Underdark unbound.

Join us for a deep dive into the Emogaze universe with UK-based band Wildernesses. In this episode of Northwest Connection, we explore the emotional depth and sonic textures behind their standout track English Darkness . From shoegaze distortion and ambient layering to emo lyricism and post-rock influences, Wildernesses share their creative process, live performance rituals, and how they build atm...

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&#39...