Primordial Radio Podcast

Moose and Pete are back for this week's episode of the Primordial Radio Podcast and are discussing whether or not it's time for the podcast to have a change. 

In the 8 years since we've started the podcast, video has become a much more important aspect, but so has discovery and SEO. Without changing the core of what the podcast is, Pete proposes ways we can grow the podcast via Spotify's new Partner Program, showcase other content ...

Moose and Dews reunite this week, after far too many weeks where Dews has been working his other job. Cue much complaining about driving a van with no A/C in a heatwave...

After a proper catch-up, they talk about important lessons the last couple of years have taught them, particularly about how they should run the business side of things, and where their efforts should be focussed. They also discuss the sad passing of Ozzy Osbourn...

In this episode of the Primordial Podcast, Moose and Pete reflect on the recent sold-out Big Bang event, discussing the challenges and opportunities in event planning, the importance of community engagement, and the need for a strategic focus on membership growth and content creation.

The guys discuss the value proposition for potential attendees, the emotional connections that drive community participation, and the changing landsc...

Moose is flying solo (ish) for the podcast this week, as Dews, Hackett and Pete all seem to be simultaneously washing their hair. Weird. He's not completely alone however, as he is joined by a fascinating guest.

Lemmy's former personal assistant, Dan Hawcroft, joins Moose to talk about his adventures in rock 'n' roll, and his new book "Wasted Opportunities: Tour Tales and Stories From The Road". The story of the job interview is wo...

**editor's note** We had some tech issues with the recording this week, but I've done my best. Apologies for random echoes. It's not perfect, but it's a sh*t-ton better than it was /D

Join Moose this week, as he lives vicariously through Hackett as FMH recounts what he describes as "the best weekend ever," including a viewing party of Back To The Beginning and a day of Slayer in Finsbury Park. Amazingly - and somewhat unusally - th...

This week on the Primordial Radio Podcast, Moose & Pete discuss Download Festival 2026 Lineup Predictions, sifting through Download's new survey they sent out to fans. From Linkin Park whispers to a possible Bad Omens breakout, the guys pull apart every rumour, data point, and clue to guess who might top the bill at Download from June 10th-14th 2026.

They debate wh...

Hackett returns from France this week, and joins Moose on the podcast to give a blow-by-blow account of last weekend's Hellfest in Clisson, France.

He explains why - in his opinion - Hellfest is the best festival on earth and how the spirit of cooperation and collaboration is one that could well serve other festivals looking to improve. There's also pointers on how *not* to get over a virus, and why humans...

The podcast this week features the first-ever hosting appearance from Full Metal Hackett, as he joins Moose to discuss the festival that was Download 2025, an event that some are saying was the best Download *ever*!

They reflect on the overall vibe of the festival, the changes in the audience demographic, and critique various performances, including the Sex Pistols and Korn. They also discuss various aspec...

In episode 440 of the Primordial Radio Podcast, Moose and Pete discuss the sudden rise of the new band President. The guys explore how, with no public history, they suddenly landed on the Download Festival lineup, racked up a million YouTube views in two weeks, and sparked debate over industry plants and media manipulation. 

The band’s anonymity, theatrical videos, and sharp production immediately drew comparisons to Sleep Token. A...

Moose and Dews catch up once again this week in an entirely pre-recorded form, as Dews has got himself a new job! The wolves keeps hammering on the door, so in an effort to stave them off for a while longer, Dews is going out to work a proper job and - while not entirely looking forward to his *exciting* new role as a delivery driver - it does present several opportunities that may be worthwhile.

To busine...

Heavy emphasis on the “hanging” as the podcast this week finds Dewsbury suffering from a fairly sizeable hangover. Unsurprisingly - and rightly so - Moose has precisely zero sympathy. Appropriately enough, they do end up discussing the imminent release of Primordial’s Dirty Panda spiced rum, even though the thought of it makes Dews feel quite ill.

The rock news this week includes details of Pendulum's long...

The latest podcast sees Moose and Dews having a good catch-up, discussing some of their ongoing challenges with respect to work-life balance, particularly in relation to family responsibilities and mental health while WFH. While they’re on the subject of shop-talk, there’s also updates on the merch situation, and the latest on Dirty Panda; the soon-to-be-released Primordial spiced rum!

The rock news this w...

It’s rock news this week, as Moose and Dews chat about the potential for Sleep Token to score their first UK #1 album with the recently-released Even In Arcadia. This leads to the question of WTF is actually happening, with their crazy song lyric-capitalisation on Apple Music seemingly pointing to further developments. Will it be a tour announcement, unreleased tracks, or even a second part to the new album? Either way...

After the standard discussion of ridiculously early mornings, coffee, and bugs, Moose and Dews finally get on with it this week, as Dews chats with Skindred’s Benji Webbe about the bands’ newly-completed ninth album(!), their upcoming SMR25 show in Stevenage, and the potential for future festival appearances.

They also chat about the latest rock news, including Ghost's recent chart success and the resurgen...

When the podcast starts with a discussion about shark-filled tornados, just know it’s going to be all over the place…

In this episode of Primordial: The Podcast, Moose and Dews - once they’ve discussed the aforementioned tornados, wildlife and the Spanish power grid - go through the latest rock news, including the possibility of a new album from Vimic, the newly-announced Halestorm tour, and the latest in ...

This week on the podcast, Moose and Dews celebrate the success of Those Damn Crows, who recently achieved their first UK number one album, as well as discussing Halestorm's new track that showcases a different musical direction for the band.

They also discuss Ozzy Osbourne's preparations for his farewell show, including endurance and weight training. Not bad for a 76 year-old! Ozzy also has more licensing ...

Both Moose and Dews have a long history with Halestorm, first meeting the band over 13 years ago during a radio station acoustic session, so they are both well-qualified to talk about the band, their evolution in the music industry, and the dynamics of the rock and metal scene. 

As the band gear up to release their new album, Moose and Dews look ahead to Halestorm's potential for future success and their i...

Moose and Dews are covering all the bases this week, with the conversation ranging from parenting challenges and why there should be bars at soft play centers, through to sleep deprivation and the upcoming Naked Gun reboot.

Eventually they get onto rock news and music-related topics, with a discussion about some newly announced tours, and Loudwire’s recent “dad rock” tournament, in which the ever-changing ...

Moose and Dews catch up this week with chat about new music releases and upcoming events in the heavy metal scene.

Tom Morello of Rage Against The Machine - who is also Music Director at this summer’s Back To The Beginning/Black Sabbath show - has been interviewed recently, and has hinted at surprise superstar guests for the event. The guys speculate on potential appearances by stars such as Rob Halford, E...