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The latest news about your favourite Rock and Metal festivals. We'll cover the predicted line-up of bands, the latest announcements, and answer your questions about camping in the UK.
We love seeing live Rock and Metal. We started off covering Download Festival exclusively, but now cover a broader range of rock gigs and festivals. We're here to offer news, opinions and advice.
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Recent Episodes
S5E84 Download's lineup, Bloodstock updates, and Ozzfest returns?
Welcome back to Festpod, the unofficial rock festival guide! In Episode 84, Neill and Rich are diving deep into the massive Download Festival 2026 lineup. We’re talking the return of Linkin Park…
S5E83 Six unsigned bands play Download Festival!
In episode 83 of Festpod, hosts Neill Wilkinson, Rich Holmes, and Arran Prime meet:- @allearsavowband - @CollapseTheSky - @changepersonaband - @DACARAUK - @TWOYEARBREAK - @ExistImmortal …
S5E82 Mediterranea Metal Cruise - A luxury heavy metal festival!
In episode 82 of Festpod - the Unofficial Rock Festival Guide, with hosts Neill Wilkinson & Rich Holmes:We discuss Mediterranea Metal Cruise: The value for money compared to other festsVaried…
S5E81 Mediterranea Metal Cruise - A metal ship for metal fans!
In episode 81 of Festpod - the Unofficial Rock Festival Guide, with hosts Neill Wilkinson & Rich Holmes:As heavy metal music fans, we've been going to rock festivals for a long time - but never…
S4E80 Lineups teased and revealed; Live Nation breakup? and Reading Rising interviewed!
In episode 80 of Festpod, hosts Neill Wilkinson, Rich Holmes, and Arran Prime discuss:- Download Festival lineup teased and a commemorative coin is available.- Bloodstock lineup additions.- Live…
S4E79 A metal festival on a CRUISE SHIP? And our Download STAGE SHOW reviewed!
In episode 79 of Festpod, hosts Neill Wilkinson and Rich Holmes discuss:- The branding and merchandise updates from Download Festival;- Bloodstock announces that a 4th headliner will appear on…
S4E78 A Walk Around Bloodstock Festival
in Episode 78, Neill, Rich, and Arran take a walk around the main arena for a guided tour of Bloodstock Festival 2025, discovering what's on offer at the stages and stalls, and meeting many happy…
S4E77 New outdoor fest! The Sanctum Festival
In this episode of Festpod, hosts Neill Wilkinson and Rich Holmes chat to Joe Hammond - the guitarist from the metalcore band Assurance, and also the creator of a new festival - The Sanctum festival…
S4E76 Meet all six Takeover at Download bands playing in 2025
In this episode of Festpod, hosts Neill Wilkinson and Rich Holmes interview the six bands chosen to perform at the 2025 Takeover at Download. All Ears Avow, Collapse The Sky, Change Persona, Dacara,…
S4E75 Rock Festivals are Evolving: The Rise of Unexpected Acts!
In this episode of Festpod, hosts Neill Wilkinson and Rich Holmes discuss the latest updates from Download Festival 2025, including improvements to facilities, new camping options, and insights into…
S4E74 Bleed Again reveals new music AND new guitarist! PLUS Harry Hammerdown and his 2025 festival plans!
Festival season 2025 is upon us and we're ready for action!We have two interviews in this, Episode 74.Firstly, we'll chat to Bleed Again who update us about their lives since headlining the Takeover…
S4E73 REVEALED! The six bands playing the Takeover at DOWNLOAD Festival 2025
This episode reveals the final six bands. Hevs, the organiser, joins us to discuss them and gives us her thoughts on the band's music, journey so far and potential reaction by the Download crowd.with…
S4E72 72 - Download Festival 2025: Takeover Details, Secret Sets & Festival Facts
It’s almost time for festival season, and we’ve got all the latest updates! The Download Takeover is open for band submissions—so if you’re in an unsigned band, this is your shot at playing the…
S4E71 71 - Download & Bloodstock updates!
In the 71st episode of Festpod: The Unofficial Rock Festival Guide...Our hosts are: Neill Wilkinson and Rich Holmes - from Richard Holmes Photography, There are some big updates to Download &…
S4E70 70 - Gig at Lion's Den
In the 70th episode of Festpod: This episode, we're out at Lion's Den bar in Manchester to enjoy the Defences gig, with support from Crushed By Waves. By this point, we've already drunk a lot.…
S4E69 69 - Our Guide to Radar Festival
In the 69th episode of Festpod: The Unofficial Rock Festival Guide...Our hosts are: Neill Wilkinson, Rich Holmes - from Richard Holmes Photography, and Arran Prime from the metal band Crushed By…
S4E68 68 - How is DL looking for 2025? Dubs of Rock & Veiled's new album
In the 68th episode of Festpod: The Unofficial Rock Festival Guide...Our hosts are: Neill Wilkinson, and Rich Holmes - from Richard Holmes Photography.We'll talk about Download's lineup for 2025,…
S4E67 67 - BOA sold out! DL price rises
In the 67th episode of Festpod: The Unofficial Rock Festival Guide...Our hosts are: Neill Wilkinson, and Rich Holmes - from Richard Holmes Photography.We'll talk about Download, Bloodstock, Slam…
S3E66 66 - Live from Serpent's Lair: Bloodstock '24
In the 66th episode of Festpod: The Unofficial Rock Festival Guide...Our hosts are: Neill Wilkinson, and Rich Holmes - from Richard Holmes Photography, and Arran Prime from Crushed By Waves. We've…
S3E65 65 - Bloodstock 24, Live from the Festpod House
In the 65th episode of Festpod: The Unofficial Rock Festival Guide...Our hosts are: Neill Wilkinson, and Rich Holmes - from Richard Holmes Photography, and Arran Prime from Crushed By Waves. We've…
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Festpod has published 85 episodes since August 2020, covering topics in Entertainment News, Music.
Festpod is currently active with new episodes monthly. Average episode length is 1h 14m.
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