Northwest Connection

🎧 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 conversati...

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 ,...

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...

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. Exp...

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 stit...

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...

🔥 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...

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 i...

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...

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...

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...

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’...

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 c...

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 i...

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...

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 conversat...

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...

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 the...

As new students in Liverpool, Centerfold weren't liking the music they were hearing. The solution - they made their own! On this episode of Northwest Connection , we’re joined by Liverpool-based rock band Centerfold — a group blending rock energy, melodic hooks, and a fearless attitude that’s quickly turning heads across the UK scene. We talk about their beginnings, their journey through the l...

In this episode of Northwest Connection , Trelf and Hanny sit down with Kusanagi, the Liverpool-based post-rock band known for their sweeping soundscapes and emotional intensity. We dive deep into their creative process, the evolution of their sound, and what it's like crafting instrumental music that speaks louder than words. From early influences to the making of their latest work, Kusanagi shar...

🎙 Northwest Connection: Little Strange (Manchester Psychedelic Rock) 🎙 In this episode of Northwest Connection , we dive into the cosmic world of Little Strange — the Manchester-based psychedelic rock band that’s been turning heads with their fuzz-drenched riffs, vintage vibes, and hypnotic live shows. We chat about their musical journey, influences that shape their kaleidoscopic sound, and what i...

🎙️ On this episode of Northwest Connection, we sit down with Liverpool rockers The Arlos —a band making serious noise on the UK festival and gig circuit. But this isn’t just about music… 🛵 We dive into unexpected territory, from encounters with Elvis impersonators to scooter riding, all while getting the inside scoop on their latest track, Tokyo . Expect plenty of laughs, behind-the-scenes storie...

In this episode, we sit down with Kubrick Stare , the alternative grunge powerhouse making waves with their dark, brooding sound. Drawing influence from the raw intensity of the grunge scene (particularly Nirvana), they bring a modern edge to the genre with haunting vocals, heavy riffs, and an uncompromising energy. We talk about their musical journey, creative process, and what fuels their intens...

Scouse band, The Alts , join Trelf and Seb in the studio to chat about their musical journey and how they constructed their hot new single Break the Walls Down. *we had some tech issues - apologies for the bad sound!