Diamond Cast

This week on Diamond Cast, we’re talking about identity — in music, in art, and in the instruments we carry with us for years. Ben’s long-lost guitar has finally returned, which sparks a wider conversation about why certain guitars become deeply personal and tied to creativity itself. We also discuss dream guest guitarists, the artists who continue to influence our songwriting, and how identity is...

This week on Diamond Cast, we somehow end up deep in the psychology of school pencil cases, lunchboxes, band logos scribbled on bags, alternative fashion rebellion and the bizarre social hierarchies of growing up in the UK. We also answer your questions about the future of Diamond Black, whether bands should keep going forever, artists growing older, Iron Maiden, Meat Loaf, AC/DC, and how modern r...

This week on Diamond Cast, we cover a lot of ground — from AC/DC & Iron Maiden and life on tour to a bigger question: Who actually gets to define rock music? We talk about Ben being out on tour with Ricky Warwick, meeting Jacoby Shaddix, and some classic AC/DC discussions (including the important question… what’s in Angus Young’s satchel?). From there, we dive into: – Iron Maiden being inducte...

This week on Diamond Cast, we’re diving into collaboration — how it works, how it shapes music, and how you stay true to your identity while working with other artists. We answer fan questions following last week’s episode and go deep on: – How we work with guest musicians – Dream collaborations – Working with Andy from Therapy? – How collabs influence the sound of Diamond Black – Expanding creati...

This week on Diamond Cast, we dive into collaboration — how we work with other artists, how guest vocals come together, and what it’s really like recording with musicians you’ve admired for years. From Ben stepping into a teaching role and breaking down vocal approaches, to working with artists like Chris Harms (Lord of the Lost) and connections to The 69 Eyes and Therapy?, we explore how differen...

This week on Diamond Cast, we dive into the myth of the tortured artist. Do you actually need to suffer to create meaningful art — or is that just a story we’ve told ourselves for decades? We explore emotional intensity, creativity, discipline, and whether pain is a source of great work or something artists are expected to perform. From Richey Edwards to Van Gogh and Beethoven, we look at how suff...

This week on Diamond Cast, we dive into the myth of the tortured artist. Do you actually need to suffer to create meaningful art — or is that just a story we’ve told ourselves for decades? We explore emotional intensity, creativity, discipline, and whether pain is a source of great work or something artists are expected to perform. From Richey Edwards to Van Gogh and Beethoven, we look at how suff...

This week on Diamond Cast we’re talking about our hometowns — and the surprising stories, strange history, and famous figures connected to them. From Bristol’s incredible Clifton Suspension Bridge to Aleister Crowley dying in Hastings, we dive into some of the unusual cultural history tied to the places we grew up. Along the way we discuss Star Trek, Black Mirror, H.G. Wells, Concorde, David Bowie...

This week on Diamond Cast, we take on a big question: Is most art fundamentally about ego? We explore what ego actually is, whether anything can truly be selfless, and what really drives the urge to create. Is it expression? Legacy? Recognition? Or something deeper? We talk about: – The excitement of creation – The desire to be remembered – Whether artists think about their audience while writing...

This week on Diamond Cast, we’re talking about sincerity — what it means in 2026, whether we’re living in a post-sincerity world, and why authenticity has become the new cultural currency. Before that, we detour into Ben’s unexpected love of Titanic and Adam’s passion for Music Hall, then dive deep into branding, boundaries, public sharing, Taylor Swift lyrics, and the strange evolution of online...

This week’s Diamond Cast is going live with Adam and Natalie while Ben’s away — and we’re keeping things intentionally loose. No rigid agenda, no overplanning. We’ll be chatting about whatever’s on our minds, including the Super Bowl, Oscar nominations, music, culture, and anything else that comes up along the way. As always, the live chat is part of the show, so jump in, say hello, throw question...

This week on Diamond Cast, we dive deep into lyrics — how much to say, how much to leave unsaid, and why trusting the listener is often more powerful than spelling everything out. We talk about simplicity versus complexity in dark music, from Rage Against the Machine and nu metal to Smashing Pumpkins’ strange phrasing, lyric techniques we use ourselves, and why writing lyrics can feel closer to sc...

This week on Diamond Cast, we dive deep into nostalgia — why it’s so powerful, how it shapes music and fashion, and whether it inspires creativity or traps us in the past. We talk about whether past decades were really better to live through, how new music scenes often react against what came before, and whether it’s still acceptable to “stay young” as you get older. Along the way there are storie...

This week on Diamond Cast, we’re kicking off the new year by looking back at our highlights of 2025 and getting excited for our London headline show next week. With a very London-shaped episode, we talk about what we love most about the city, how the London rock scene has evolved, the venues and nights that shaped us, and the places that still keep it alive today. From Shot Through The Heart, Deca...

This week's Diamond Cast features a powerful and inspiring conversation with our special guest Anne Bennett, whose new single "Closing The Dark" features Ben. We talk about the challenges of performing as a solo artist, how Anne transforms negative emotions into something meaningful, and why Lord of the Rings somehow ends up becoming part of the discussion. Anne also opens up about sobriety, the s...

This week’s Diamond Cast is a deeply personal and compassionate conversation about eating disorder recovery, shared understanding, and the journey back from some of the darkest places a person can be. We’ll be discussing our own experiences, the stories of others who have walked this path, and how connection, empathy and honest conversation can make people feel seen after years of not being unders...

This week’s Diamond Cast features a truly inspiring guest — JJ from Lesbian Bed Death. JJ shares her incredible life story: from joining the band and performing with theatrical flair to surviving a cardiac arrest at just 19 years old. Her journey from tragedy to triumph is one of resilience, positivity, and pure rock-’n’-roll spirit. We talk about tour life together, the creative energy of Lesbian...

This week’s Diamond Cast comes straight from the heart — stories from the road, unforgettable moments, and the incredible people who made the Dark Anthems tour so special. We talk about our favourite venues, how we spend our days off, and the amazing fan gifts that left us speechless — including a one-of-a-kind book created by our supporters. We also look back on the Dark Anthems EP, share our rea...

LIVE: Day of the Dead Diamond Cast – Lost Legends & Tour Updates | Ep 54 Tonight, we’re going LIVE for a special Day of the Dead edition of Diamond Cast — hosted by Adam & Natalie from the Dark Anthems tour. We’ll be honouring the artists who inspired us, changed us, and left their mark on music forever — while catching you up on life on the road so far. Join us in the live chat as we talk...

This week’s Diamond Cast is a big one — the Dark Anthems EP has officially arrived at HQ, and we’re unboxing it for the very first time! We show off loads of new merch (including wristbands, hats and the now-famous tinfoil edition), talk about the logistics of touring as an independent band, and dive into the strange world of AI music, hologram shows, and what the future might really look like for...

This week’s Diamond Cast is a big one — part chaos, part heart, and all Diamond Black. We talk about our Manchester warm-up show (at a wedding, no less), reveal a brand-new Diamond Black hoodie available now, and get into some deeper territory for World Mental Health Day — how spending so much time together on and off the road actually makes our music stronger. Ben and Vincent share their romantic...

This week’s Diamond Cast dives into Dark Anthems — our upcoming EP dropping this October! We reveal a brand-new song, “A Secret,” the official release date, and details about our collaboration with The Birthday Massacre, who have remixed Fall Into The Silence exclusively for the EP. We also talk about the Dark Anthems artwork, chat about Halloween in the UK, and share some of our favourite horror...

We’ve hit 50 episodes of Diamond Cast! To celebrate, we’re looking back at some of our favourite, funniest, and most insightful moments from across the series — from chaotic tour stories to deep dives on creativity, music, and life itself. Expect a mix of laughs, inspiration, and chaos… plus we reveal our new tour dates and tease a secret about our upcoming EP. Thank you to everyone who’s been wit...

We’ve nearly hit 50 episodes of Diamond Cast – and this week we’re tackling the bumps, bruises, and bizarre accidents we’ve survived as musicians. From Adam injuring himself on the very first day of a 3-week tour, to Vincent’s infamous escalator adventure, to Ben being defeated by a tiny wall and an invisible badger — we’re sharing the funniest, weirdest, and most painful stories we’ve collected a...

This week’s Diamond Cast takes some unexpected turns! We’re launching the official Diamond Black Street Teams – and inviting you to get involved. Then, it’s story time as we reveal the bands we love that might surprise you… from Nik Kershaw, to Erasure, to The Beatles! Along the way, we talk about imitation in music, Ben shares his latest book recommendation, Vincent reveals his unusual “office fo...