The Rig Rundown

We caught up with Max Lavelle, bassist of The Black Dahlia Murder, when they rolled through Dublin last week. We talked current rig, gear disasters, and career highlights. Don’t miss this one.

The Rig Rundown - Episode 36 - The 69 Eyes In this episode of Rig Rundown Podcast, Chanel 666 jets off solo to Le Forum in Paris to catch up with Baize while The 69 Eyes are on tour, bringing you an up-close look at the gear and the man behind the sound. Baize breaks down the instruments he trusts on the road, including his custom-made ESP “BAIZE” signature guitar by @espguitars, plus the tones, s...

🎤 The Rig Rundown - Episode 35 with Yannick Lehmann of PALEFACE SWISS 🎤 We talked to Yannick Lehmann from PALEFACE SWISS when they played The Limelight in Belfast. From life on the road to the band’s relentless sound, collaborations, and what’s next for Paleface Swiss. Real talk from one of the most intense bands in heavy music🤘 📍 Filmed at: The Limelight, Belfast 🔥 Band: Paleface Swiss 🎙 Gue...

The Rig Rundown – Episode 34 - Allegaeon Happy New Year! Were back with a bang with episode 34 of The Rig Rundown! We sat down with Greg from Allegaeon when they hit The Limelight with Nekroglobikon & Party Cannon last year 👏 Greg gives us a full rig rundown, breaking down everything from his crushing BC Rich 8-string Warlock to his Neural DSP modular setup. 🎸 We also dive into his origins,...

Join us for an exclusive interview with Drowning Pool as they stop at The Limelight in Belfast on their 2025 tour! We dive into the band’s current run of shows, their reunion with vocalist Ryan McCombs, and their recent viral collaboration with rapper Offset. The band talks about their current touring rig, life on the road, the recent run of shows, and what fans can expect next from Drowning Pool...

🔥 The Rig Rundown | Ep. 32 - with @pistoffers & @the_benjineer from Lord of the Lost We got an exclusive peek behind the curtain before their show at The Limelight Belfast and got full rig rundowns of both their guitar setups! 🎸 Expect mayhem, power, and pure showmanship 🤘 ⸻ 🎧 Connect With Lord of the Lost • Official website: lordofthelost.de  • Spotify: Lord of the Lost on Spotify  • La...

Episode 31 with Hotter than Hell, @wildheatband & EZ/DC out now! 📺 Catch all 3 bands this Saturday 25th Oct in @mandelahall tickets available on ticketmaster! ticketmaster.ie/hotter-than-hell-a-tribute ... 🎟️ Sponsored by @voodoo_belfast People mentioned

We caught up with @homegrown_raps & @blackturf_official as they gear up to play Voodoo

We caught up with @homegrown_raps & @blackturf_official as they gear up to play Voodoo this Friday! Joining them are @futilecompany 👏 📅 Date: Friday 10th October 📍 Venue: Voodoo - Belfast ⏰ Doors: 7pm 🎟️ Tickets: £7 adv / £10 OTD https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/homegrown-black-turf-futile-company-tickets-1757518407869?aff=oddtdtcreator

We caught up with So Long Until The Seance before their big show in Voodoo this Saturday! https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sluts-on-the-rip-one-last-time-tickets-1689254378319?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl @the.rig.rundown episode 29 with S.L.U.T.S 📺 Sponsored by @voodoo_belfast @alt.belfast @c...

We caught up with Carl ST.Elliott as he geared up for his Blitz Club last Friday! 🕺🏽🪩 We also talked about what is comming next, which is the new night 'Sanctum Noctis' - 17th Oct in Voodoo, Belfast! Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sanctum-noctis-tickets-1722261353069?aff=oddtdtcreator 🎟️ @the.rig.rundown episode 28 with Carl St. Elliott 📺 Sponsored by @voodoo_belfast @alt.belfast @cha...

🎙️ The Rig Rundown Podcast – Episode 27 - Adrenachrome This week, we’re turning the volume all the way up! Episode 27 features none other than Adrenachrome, bringing their ferocious energy and signature sound straight to the Rig Rundown. Joining Pete Renshaw behind the mic is our special guest co-host Chanel no. 666, digging deep into the gear, tones, and chaos that fuel Adrenachrome’s live perfor...

From Belfast to Bloodstock! This is the story of Belfast’s Biggest Bloodstock Fans. 🙌 In this episode of The Rig Rundown Podcast, we sit down with Grace, Corey & Zac from Belfast, our local Bloodstock Festival superfans to bring you their full festival recap - from highlights, hangovers, headbanging & tales from the pit all the way to the to the front-row! We even get a recap of the chaos...

🎸 We caught up with @embrace_execution at their show in the @ohyeahcentre with Drug Church & Speed last month 🤘 We get a deep dive into the full band’s stage gear, how they create their sound in the studio, tales from the road & more in the Episode 25 of The Rig Rundown! Follow Embrace Execution on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2DDDrhjNouJDMNKfsklSq1?si=yioHmGnoQpOlOC-ZBQpkkg...

We caught up Nihilanth & Insidious Void at their 4th of July show in Voodoo🤘🎸 Thank you to The Distortion Project for facilitating 🍻 Sponsored by @cannahelpuk 🤝 Belfast’s No.1 CDB/CBG Wellness brand 💪 Produced & Presented by @pete_renshaw 🎙️

🎸 Episode 23 - Ketos & Girls With Guts Fest Special! 🎙️ In this jam-packed episode of The Rig Rundown, we’ve got a lot to cover! First up, its Ketos rehersals, to catch up with Dwayne and Keith from Ketos for a full Rig Rundown of their gear ahead of their huge show at The Studio Sessions: Thrash Valhalla, happening this Saturday 5th July at the Waterfront Hall. Expect tone talk, pedalboard d...

Today in a very special episode we catch up with Aphrill ahead of their appearance at the Studio Sessions gig in the Waterfront Hall 5th July. We first meet up at JSR Audio to get some words from the studio, reflecting on the announcement of the show as they record their new material. Then we reconnect for a special episode inside the Studio Theatre for a Rig Rundown of Aphrill's stage setup, with...

📍 The Rig Rundown - Episode 21 - Greirat (with special guests Shortest Straw/Empty Spaces) Backstage chaos and brutal noise at Belfast’s iconic Mandella Hall! As we gear up for Thrash Valhalla on the 5th July, Waterfront Hall! 🤘🎸 In this special episode: • We get full stage rig rundown from Greitrat • Exclusive interview with Alex & Paul from Shortest Straw / Empty Spaces • A full deep dive...

Today we have special guest Sean Pol aka SP FreeTheWorld. Known for being one of the top MCs in Belfast, Sean Pol has seen great success with his music. He was featured on the hit song 'Transitions' with the notorious Kevi Forex. He has continued putting out the hits well as his highly acclaimed single 'Doon Road' and mix tape 'Pray For Better Days'. We discuss all of that as well as his brand new...

A massive thank you to @bronaghdiamondcomedy & @kitschsistersbelfast for inviting me to the launch of their new creative space 🍻 I had a great time meeting you all & learning all about your plans! We really need more things like this!! 👏 Everyone needs to stay tuned to see what these girls have planned. I wish them the best of luck & I hope to get along to another of their events soo...

📍 The Rig Rundown - Waterfront Special ft. Tommy McCarthy, Acid Age, Ketos, Aphrill & Greirat Backstage chaos and brutal noise at Belfast’s iconic Waterfront Hall as we gear up for Thrash Valhalla! 🤘🎸 In this special episode: • We sit down with all the bands playing the Studio Sessions show: Acid Age, Ketos, Aphrill, and Greirat • Jude (Acid Age) and Dwayne (Ketos) go head-to-head in a guit...

The Rig Rundown - Episode 17 - Ned Evett Glass Guitar Wizardry 🎸The world’s first fretless glass-neck guitar rockstar, Ned Evett, joins us for a deep dive into his mind-blowing rig, tone philosophy, and creative journey. From his signature “Globro” guitar to pedal secrets, studio setup, and the story behind his newest album Strange Kind of Freedom — we cover it all. Plus, Ned talks about his curr...

The Rig Rundown - Episode 16 - Roybn G. Shiels In this episode we sit down with local legend Robyn G. Shiels. We go over everything, from his origins & beginnings, everything he has done so far and what he has planned next. We discuss his new band, The Big Tickle, new music, BBC Documentary & more in this special 16th episode of The Rig Rundown. Follow Robyn G. Shiels on Spotify https://op...

This week we sit down with Stoned Jesus for a special episode on their first visit to Ireland Presented & Produced by @pete_renshaw 🎙️ Sponsored by @voodoo_belfast 🍻 This episode is brought to you by Seedy Side Ni Vape shop! – your go-to spot for supplies & medical grade electronics. With top-quality not to be beaten products! 📍31 Gresham st Belfast 📞03302233369 https://seedyside.co.uk/...

This week we sit down with If It Bleeds, Nihilanth & Lock Horns for the the Metal to the Masses 2025 Winner Special! 🔥 Last Friday Night at @the_distortion_project in Voodoo, Belfast, a sold out crowd cheered on If It Bleeds as they were crowned the winners of Metal To The Masses 2025. They will now go on to play at @bloodstockopenair with headliners @triviumband @gojiraofficial & @machin...