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This episode we sit down to talk about some of the greatest and most iconic albums that were realeased in 2002 and are celebrating their 20th anniversary this year. Such as Korns Untouchables, Coal Chambers Dark Days, Salivas Back into your system, Killswitch Engages Alive or just breathing, Finch's What it is to burn and many more. You can reach us at: Deardownload2003@gmail.com Facebook Instagra...

This episode we sit down to talk about some of the greatest and most iconic albums that were realeased in 1992 and are celebrating their 30th anniversary this year. Such as Pantera's Vulgar display of power, Rage against the machines self titled album, Faith no more's Angel dust and more. You can reach us at: Deardownload2003@gmail.com Facebook Instagram Twitter Youtube Adam's spotify playlist Sim...

This episode Simon talks us through his review of Bloodstock 2022. All hail Hypnotoad. You can reach us at: Deardownload2003@gmail.com Facebook Instagram Twitter Youtube Adam's spotify playlist Simon's Spotify playlist Simon's youtube Simons twitch channel Discord Blowsupremacy playlist Credits: Explicit Intro - https://freesound.org/people/RunnerPack/sounds/87039/ Explicit Intro - https://freesou...

This episode we talk about the upcoming Bloodstock Festival, the bands that Simon is looking forward to seeing and some differences to Download Festival. We also have an unexpected rant about Download Festival, talk about some recent new releases, the ultimate Download Festival lineup that we're creating, Josey Scott returning to Saliva for Blue Ridge Festival and a playlist that Adam listened to...

This episode Simon talks about his weekend at 2000 Trees Festival, some of the history of the festival, highlights, and bands that he saw. Also our first ever live interview with Josh Gallop from Phoxjaw! Plus you can hear our thoughts on the recent Pantera news, Bloodstocks metal to the masses Somerset final, which was Adam's first proper gig in over 3 years and much much more. You can reach us a...

This episode is THE episode (part 2) where we get to share our most intimate and treasured memories of Download Festival 2022. We talk about the bands we saw, the bands we missed and everything else noteworthy that happened accross the weekend. You can reach us at: Deardownload2003@gmail.com Facebook Instagram Twitter Youtube Adam's spotify playlist Simon's Spotify playlist Simon's youtube Simons...

This episode is THE episode (part 1) where we get to share our most intimate and treasured memories of Download Festival 2022. We talk about the bands we saw, the bands we missed and everything else noteworthy that happened accross the weekend. You can reach us at: Deardownload2003@gmail.com Facebook Instagram Twitter Youtube Adam's spotify playlist Simon's Spotify playlist Simon's youtube Simons...

It's here. It's the morning of Download and this episode features some of your messages to us telling us what Download Festival means to you.

This episode we're talking about everything else that's happening accross the weekend at Download Festival 2022. We cover changes to the site, what's happening in the in the new Crucible, all the bands that are playing the Boardie takeover and much more. You can reach us at: Deardownload2003@gmail.com Facebook Instagram Twitter Youtube Adam's spotify playlist Simon's Spotify playlist Simon's youtu...

This episode we're talking about every band that have been announced so far that will be playing on the Sunday at Download Festival 2022 across all stages. You can reach us at: Deardownload2003@gmail.com Facebook Instagram Twitter Youtube Adam's spotify playlist Simon's Spotify playlist Simon's youtube Simons twitch channel Discord server Credits: Explicit Intro - https://freesound.org/people/Runn...

This episode we're talking about every band that have been announced so far that will be playing on the Saturday at Download Festival 2022 across all stages. You can reach us at: Deardownload2003@gmail.com Facebook Instagram Twitter Youtube Adam's spotify playlist Simon's Spotify playlist Simon's youtube Simons twitch channel Discord server Credits: Explicit Intro - https://freesound.org/people/Ru...

This episode we're talking about every band that have been announced sop far that will be playing on the Friday at Download Festival 2022 across all stages.   You can reach us at: Deardownload2003@gmail.com Facebook Instagram Twitter Youtube Adam's spotify playlist Simon's Spotify playlist Simon's youtube Simons twitch channel Discord server Credits: Explicit Intro - https://freesound.org/people/R...

In this episode we discuss some of the things we couldn't live without on a desert island, including albums, one type of food, books, films and a bands t-shirt. We also discuss secret tracks at the beginning and end of albums, our stance on Five finger death punch and what type of wine to buy Simon at Download Festival.   You can reach us at: Deardownload2003@gmail.com Facebook Instagram Twitter Y...

This episode we talk about RIP packages at Download Festival and what to expect. We also have an amazing chat with two guests Kev and Gareth. Kev has done RIP from 2018 onwards and shows us some cool merch that he has received, and Gareth did 2005-2009 and tells us about how he wound up drinking on the main stage unsupervised with friends after midnight. Just a couple of highlights of an amazing h...

This bonus episode is to celebrate the new single 'The fire I play with' from friends of the pod In Search of Sun. And what an absolute banger it is! Listen to it with us and hear our thoughts on it along with some words from frontman Adam Leader on the meaning behind the lyrics. Find ISOS at: ISOS Facebook ISOS Instagram ISOS Twitter ISOS Youtube ISOS Spotify You can reach us at: Deardownload2003...

We sat down with Samantha and Andy to talk about the music industry and what they have learnt over the years as a professional touring artist. They were both great and happy to pass on their knowledge. Currently the tour will be coming to Totton, Romsey, Yeovil, Bournemouth, Verwood and Pennistone.   You can reach us at: Deardownload2003@gmail.com Facebook Instagram Twitter Youtube Samanthas websi...

This episode we talk about the various crowdfunding platforms that are available and how bands/artists can utilise them. You can reach us at: Deardownload2003@gmail.com Facebook Instagram Twitter Youtube Adam's spotify playlist Simon's Spotify playlist Simon's youtube Simons twitch channel Discord server Credits: Explicit Intro - https://freesound.org/people/RunnerPack/sounds/87039/ Explicit Intro...

This episode is the start of our mini series based on how bands/artists can make money. We talk about record labels and the kinds contracts you are likely to come accross. You can reach us at: Deardownload2003@gmail.com Facebook Instagram Twitter Youtube Adam's spotify playlist Simon's Spotify playlist Simon's youtube Simons twitch channel Discord server Credits: Explicit Intro - https://freesound...

This episode we revisit Download Festival 2005. This was Simons first year so we talk about the awe that he was in, we run through the bands that we saw (or probably saw it was a long time ago), Trivium with their monumentous set opening the main stage on Saturday and also how great blueberries are on pizza! We also had a very successful return of campsite fuckery with many many stories! You can r...

In this episode we are joined by friend of the pod Dan Cross for a special live christmas special episode. We had a lot of laughs, a lot of alcohol and probably ended up a little bit too drunk by the end. Dan hosted a music/Download festival quiz and we go through our top 5 albums exclusively from bands that have played at Download festival. You can reach us at: Deardownload2003@gmail.com Facebook...

This episode we have an in-depth discussion about Spotify and try to work out if Spotify and the general music streaming industry is the good guy or the bad guy? Maybe it's both. You can reach us at: Deardownload2003@gmail.com Facebook Instagram Twitter Youtube Adam's spotify playlist Simon's Spotify playlist Simon's youtube Simons twitch channel Discord server Credits: Explicit Intro - https://fr...

This episode we have a brief chat about our initial thoughts of Download festival 2022 lineup. When the lineup is complete we will have a much more in depth analysis of it. Other things we talk about in this episode are gig posters, gigs that Simon has been to recently and of course more of Adams schemes. You can reach us at: Deardownload2003@gmail.com Facebook Instagram Twitter Youtube Adam's spo...

This is part 2 of our Roadrunner Records special. We talk about the most successful bands that have been on Roadrunner, films that released soundtracks through Roadrunner and the 25th anniversary Roadrunner United album.  We also have a chat about pit people, and what to expect from our upcoming deep dive into the music industry trying to answer the question 'How can bands make money'. You can rea...

This is part 1 of our Roadrunner records special episode. It is also the start of our deep dive into the music industry in general. We talk about the many legendary bands that have been or are currently signed to Roadrunner Records, a brief history of the record label and some of the most influential albums that have come from it. And of course, it wouldn't be a Dear Download episode if we didn't...

In this episode we talk about Download Festival 2004, influential albums released that year and have a brief discussion about the future holds for Download Festival and bands that will potentially headline. You can reach us at: Deardownload2003@gmail.com Facebook Instagram Twitter Youtube Adam's spotify playlist Simon's Spotify playlist Simon's youtube Simons twitch channel Discord server Credits:...