Punk Rock Creatives

In this episode of Punk Rock Creatives, Marie chats with Fyzz Wallis of Fyzz Wallis Band, a Peterborough-based punk, grunge and alternative rock band, about music, creativity, feminism and plenty more. We explore how the band first came together, how they've evolved over the years, their musical influences and the Peterborough punk and alternative music scene. We also discuss their experiences wit...

In this episode of Punk Rock Creatives, Marie chats with acoustic folk punk musician Joe Bitter about music, songwriting, the DIY punk scene and everything in between. We get into Joe's musical journey, his influences, and what draws them to folk punk and the positives and negatives of performing with just an acoustic guitar, verse playing with a full band (Joe used to play guitar for London stree...

In this episode of Punk Rock Creatives, Marie chats with Bill Marcks and Jeremy Wood, founding members of Authority Zero and now their new band, Cero Viejo. We get into the story behind Cero Viejo, from Bill and Jeremy's first meeting at high school in the 1990s to their musical journey together, including chaotic gigs, the things that inspire them, and the excitement and challenges of starting so...

In this episode of Punk Rock Creatives, things get a little closer to home as Marie sits down with her own band, Marie & the Meltdownz, for a chat about music, gigs, touring and all the chaos that comes with being in a band together. We talk about touring, the places we've never played but would love to take the Meltdownz to, and what life on the road together might actually look like — includ...

In this episode of Punk Rock Creatives, Marie chats with Chlo from London-based orchestral punk band THWACK! about queer icons, their brilliantly bonkers “Margaret Thatcher Blood Snatcher”, their EP Buried But Blooming , the recording process and an exciting new collaboration in the works. We talk about their experiences playing Glastonbury and Rebellion, as well as some of the wonderfully theatri...

In this episode of Punk Rock Creatives, Marie chats with Lianne Erskine, vocalist of Julie’s Dead, after first discovering the band live at a Dammit Records showcase. Lianne shares her own musical journey from owning a music venue and the path that eventually led her to fronting Julie’s Dead. They talk about creativity, finding your voice and what happens when you give yourself permission to take...

In this episode of Punk Rock Creatives , Marie chats with Pete Bentham of Pete Bentham & The Dinner Ladies about Kitchencore, punk, second chances and the creative ideas behind the Dinner Ladies. Despite being a fan, Marie discovers embarrassingly early in the conversation that the Dinner Ladies and the Dinnerettes are actually two different things . Every day's a school day. Pete takes us bac...

In this episode of Punk Rock Creatives , Marie sits down with musician, author and Rock Radio UK presenter Griff Griffiths — although somewhere along the way, neither of them is entirely sure whose show they're actually on, leading to some comical moments. OGriff has lived enough lives to fill several podcasts. We get into the extraordinary story behind his book I Was the King of Spain and the men...

In this episode of Punk Rock Creatives , Marie chats with writer Molly Tie about her brilliant book Rebel Grrrls: The Real Story of Women and Punk from the 1970s to Today and the women who have helped shape punk and alternative music. We talk about the sexism, abuse and hatred women can face within alternative scenes, and how women in music are often judged very differently from their male counter...

This week on Punk Rock Creatives , Marie sits down with guitarist, keyboardist, accordion-playing songwriter and all-round punk legend Roman Jugg for a fascinating journey through decades of music, creativity and DIY culture. From growing up in South Wales in an immigrant family to becoming one of punk's most respected musicians. Roman reflects on his time with The Damned, sharing memories from on...

This week on Punk Rock Creatives, Marie chats to the brilliant Gemima Gallier from Boom Boom Womb. From walking out of an admin job at lunchtime and never looking back, to finding her place in music and creativity, Gemima shares her journey with honesty, humour and plenty of punk rock spirit. The conversation covers discovering exciting new bands such as Panic Shack, the importance of representati...

This week on Punk Rock Creatives, Marie chats with Jo-Jo O'Donoghue from Jo-Jo & The Teeth. The conversation covers how the band first came together, their approach to songwriting, recording and performing, and the hard work that goes into building a band on the UK festival/gigging circuit. Jo-Jo reflects on her Irish roots, life in Tunbridge Wells, and how different it is from the hustle and...

In this episode of Punk Rock Creatives, Marie chats with singer, songwriter, activist and creative force Rita Lynch. With over five decades of writing, performing and living punk rock, Rita reflects on her journey through music, creativity and activism, sharing stories and insights gathered along the way. The conversation explores the role of women in punk, the opportunities available to women in...

This week, Marie talks to Trystan from Inferno Class Recording Studio — London’s newest and quirkiest recording studio. The episode was recorded at Trystan’s studio, where the conversation flowed with plenty of laughter and jokes, helped by the fact that Marie and Trystan were in Lost Cherrees together for nearly 10 years. Beyond the banter, Trystan is a highly skilled musician and sound engineer...

Gwen Ever from Deal Radio’s A Low Life in High Heels talks to Marie about Holly Woodlawn’s endorsement of the use of the name, the importance of getting new music out into the community, and a memorable moment featuring Steve Ignorant wearing a beehive and then dedicating a cover of David Bowie’s Rebel Rebel to Gwen during an interview. Gwen reflects on coming of age at the dawn of punk, being a h...

TRIGGER WARNING : Sexual violence and domestic violence discussed In this episode Marie talks with Ruth and Hannah from Punkuation Magazine. Ruth is the editor-in-chief, while Hannah joins as music writer. Together, they dive into the current punk bands they’re loving right now, including Rage DC, Tape It Shut, and Not The Face. The conversation also covers their appearance on the Griff Griffiths...

In this episode we sit down with Sid Truelove from Rubella Ballet for a wide-ranging conversation exploring decades of punk rock creativity, underground culture, and DIY survival. We talk about the legendary mystery of the second missing floating tom, memories of playing with Flux of Pink Indians during the height of the anarcho-punk movement, and the raw energy that shaped the UK underground scen...

Peter Coyne of The Godfathers speaks with a clear, stripped-back philosophy rooted in authenticity and directness. He views artwork as an extension of the music—bold, unpretentious, and reflective of the band’s raw energy rather than something overly stylised. Early experiences in The Sid Presley Experience helped shape his commitment to a raw, high-energy sound and an uncompromising approach to m...

In this episode, we’re joined by writer and anarcho-punk historian Rich Cross to dig into radical music culture, DIY ethics, and the legacy of anarchist art. We talk Vi Subversa and the Poison Girls, exploring her role in shaping anarcho-punk, the fusion of feminism and music in her work, and why her voice still hits today. We also get into AK Press—its roots, its mission, and the ongoing challeng...

Ryan hangs out with Marie for a proper all-over-the-place chat—in the best way. They get into songwriting and how different styles come together, then somehow end up talking about the US healthcare system and what it’s like dealing with that as a creative. Classic Punk Rock Creatives podcast detour. If you’re into the New York scene, Ryan shares some solid tips on where to play as a solo artist an...

Step into the world of Keith Woodhouse from Radio Woking—and the show that doesn’t mind getting it a bit wrong. This episode leans into Wot Radio —Keith’s take on doing things his own way. Not polished, not overproduced, and definitely not trying to sound like everyone else. From growing up in London’s East End and seeing the Sex Pistols, Bob Marley and Toots and the Maytals live, to standing on s...

Trigger Warning Domestic Abuse/Violence discussed in this episode. Jo Majauskis is an independent Trainer and consultant who has worked in the field of Domestic Violence/abuse for over 15 years. Her previous roles have included frontline support work and Senior Management positions for Domestic Abuse Support Services. Before becoming independent, Jo was Director of practice and Development for a s...

Marie chats with Stefano, the mind behind punk project Solo1981 , in their first ever English interview. They talk about the journey from former band Acid Brains to going solo, growing up in Italy, and the differences between the Italian and UK music scenes. The conversation dives into mental health, songwriting, and how punk continues to be a powerful outlet for expression. Stefano also shares in...

This episode starts in chaos… and ends somewhere much deeper. Wasp from Rites of Hadda joins us for a wild ride through politics, music, energy, health, wigs (yes, wigs), and the raw creative force behind their unforgettable performances (if you haven't seen Rites of Hadda play, get to a show). There’s laughter. There’s chaos. There are vibes . But just when you think you know where it’s going, th...

Welcome to a special recorded live and unfiltered episode from the Essex Podcast Festival 2026. In this episode, recorded in front of a live audience, we were joined by two Essex based punk creatives: Poet Cherry B (one half of Cherry and Peesh) and Steve Drewitt (Newtown Neurotics). Together, they dive into the energy and legacy of The Square in Harlow — a place that became more than just a venue...