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 along the way.

But it’s not all doom and gloom — we also talk about how even the worst experiences can lead to positive outcomes.

Timestamps

00:00 – Intro & Catch-up

00:39 – Nearly 50 Episodes of Diamond Cast!

03:36 – This Week’s Topic: Musician Injuries

05:03 – Adam’s Day-One Tour Disaster

12:16 – Vincent vs. the Escalator

21:10 – Ben, the Tiny Wall & the Invisible Badger

28:02 – Finding the Positives in Pain

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Merch – https://diamondblackofficial.com/store

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Listen to Diamond Black:

Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/artist/5APKOSAXQZh2Kv46TnvEVG

Apple Music – Search “Diamond Black”

Follow us:

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X (Twitter) – @dmondblk

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TOUR DATES:

🗓 24TH OCTOBER 2025 – Glasgow – Ivory Blacks

🗓 26TH OCTOBER 2025 – Edinburgh – La Belle Angele

🗓 29TH OCTOBER 2025 – York – Crescent

🗓 30TH OCTOBER 2025 - Newcastle - The Cluny

🗓 04TH NOVEMBER 2025 – Bristol – Exchange

🗓 05TH NOVEMBER 2025 – Cardiff – Globe (Venue Upgrade!)

with The Birthday Massacre

TICKETS : https://www.stigmata.uk/the-birthday-massacre/

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Join the Discord: https://discord.gg/N5t8ueajMJ

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Listen on Spotify, Apple & all major platforms

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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 for the week,” and we give some heartfelt shoutouts to our amazing community.

Timestamps:

00:00 – Intro & Catch-up

00:50 – Diamond Black Street Teams Launched – Get Involved!

05:26 – Vincent’s Office for the Week

07:34 – Imitation is the Highest Form of Flattery?

09:20 – Ben’s Book Recommendation

20:21 – Bands We Love That Might Surprise You

21:11 – Ben: Nik Kershaw

36:06 – Adam: Erasure

42:28 – Vincent: The Beatles

51:23 – Fan Shoutouts

Join the Diamond Black Community:

Patreon – https://www.patreon.com/DiamondBlackOfficial

YouTube Memberships – Join via the “Join” button on our channel

Merch – https://diamondblackofficial.com/store

Bandcamp – https://diamondblack.bandcamp.com

Listen to Diamond Black:

Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/artist/5APKOSAXQZh2Kv46TnvEVG

Apple Music – Search “Diamond Black”

Follow us:

Instagram & Facebook – @diamondblackofficial

X (Twitter) – @dmondblk

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TOUR DATES:

🗓 24TH OCTOBER 2025 – Glasgow – Ivory Blacks

🗓 26TH OCTOBER 2025 – Edinburgh – La Belle Angele

🗓 29TH OCTOBER 2025 – York – Crescent

🗓 30TH OCTOBER 2025 - Newcastle - The Cluny

🗓 04TH NOVEMBER 2025 – Bristol – Exchange

🗓 05TH NOVEMBER 2025 – Cardiff – Globe (Venue Upgrade!)

with The Birthday Massacre

TICKETS : https://www.stigmata.uk/the-birthday-massacre/

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Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DiamondBlackOfficial

Join the Discord: https://discord.gg/N5t8ueajMJ

Merch: https://diamondblackofficial.com/store/

Bandcamp: https://diamondblack.bandcamp.com/

Listen on Spotify, Apple & all major platforms

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Please ‘like’ the video if you enjoyed it, and leave a comment too as it really helps the band get more views and get spread around Youtube! We really appreciate all the support!

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Ben - @benchristomusic

Adam - @adamhartist

Vincent - @vincentvdrums

Natalie - @diamondblacksnaps

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X - @dmondblk

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From hilarious school shows to unexpected gig mishaps, this week’s Diamond Cast is all about the most memorable live performances we’ve ever experienced — on stage, in the crowd, and sometimes by complete accident!

We also share exciting tour news, open up about childhood experiences and how they’ve shaped us, and discuss the importance of finding inspiration (not jealousy) in other artists. Plus — Patreon updates, YouTube membership shout-outs, and the debut of “Well Absolutely” on the soundboard!

00:00 – Welcome & Catch-up

00:37 – Accents & the Weather!

04:59 – NEW Tour Date Announced!

07:02 – Topic of the Week: Memorable Live Shows – Ben’s School Show

11:28 – Our Tales of School Bullying

15:32 – How Experiences as a Child Shape You

19:55 – “Well Absolutely” Joins the Soundboard

21:26 – Patreon Details

24:18 – Vincent’s Memorable Live Show Story

27:15 – How to Avoid Jealousy of Other Bands (and Be Inspired Instead)

28:58 – All Music is Unique

39:25 – Adam’s Memorable Gig Was a Complete Accident!

44:13 – YouTube Memberships Launched + Shout-Out!

47:08 – Natalie’s Memorable Gig Story

49:33 – Vincent’s Logo Reveal

51:40 – Final Thoughts of the Week

Join the Diamond Black Community:

Patreon – https://www.patreon.com/DiamondBlackOfficial

YouTube Memberships – Join via the “Join” button on our channel

Merch – https://diamondblackofficial.com/store

Bandcamp – https://diamondblack.bandcamp.com

Listen to Diamond Black:

Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/artist/5APKOSAXQZh2Kv46TnvEVG

Apple Music – Search “Diamond Black”

Follow us:

Instagram & Facebook – @diamondblackofficial

X (Twitter) – @dmondblk

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TOUR DATES:

🗓 24TH OCTOBER 2025 – Glasgow – Ivory Blacks

🗓 26TH OCTOBER 2025 – Edinburgh – La Belle Angele

🗓 29TH OCTOBER 2025 – York – Crescent

🗓 30TH OCTOBER 2025 - Newcastle - The Cluny

🗓 04TH NOVEMBER 2025 – Bristol – Exchange

🗓 05TH NOVEMBER 2025 – Cardiff – Globe (Venue Upgrade!)

with The Birthday Massacre

TICKETS : https://www.stigmata.uk/the-birthday-massacre/

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Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DiamondBlackOfficial

Join the Discord: https://discord.gg/N5t8ueajMJ

Merch: https://diamondblackofficial.com/store/

Bandcamp: https://diamondblack.bandcamp.com/

Listen on Spotify, Apple & all major platforms

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Join our lovely DIAMOND BATS on YouTube in the live-chat!

Please ‘like’ the video if you enjoyed it, and leave a comment too as it really helps the band get more views and get spread around Youtube! We really appreciate all the support!

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Adam - @adamhartist

Vincent - @vincentvdrums

Natalie - @diamondblacksnaps

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X - @dmondblk

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Ever wonder what Diamond Black’s members were doing before the band formed?

This week on Diamond Cast, we look back at the bands that shaped us — from glam-tinged hard rock to 2000s synth-pop to blistering progressive metal. Whether you’ve heard of Night By Night, Star Scream, The Candys, or Control, this episode is full of stories, style shifts, and the sounds that forged who we are today.

We also officially launch our Patreon and YouTube Memberships — find out how you can support the band and get exclusive content, behind-the-scenes access, early releases, and more.

:speech_bubble: Did you have a band back in the day? Tell us about it in the comments!

00:00 – Intro

00:37 – Welcome! This week: our musical past lives

03:13 – Ben’s band before Diamond Black: Night By Night

26:26 – Adam’s bands: Star Scream & The Candys

40:03 – Vincent’s old band: Control

54:01 – Patreon & YouTube Memberships are now live!

55:39 – Big love to our Discord community

STAR SCREAM - ROSEBLOOD:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GDBGs8PFI90

CONTROL - VOLITION:

https://youtu.be/zeI-HcCwVys?si=rFqY_fYuv4rx72k6

NIGHT BY NIGHT - TIME TO ESCAPE:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LyosK9qFljc

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TOUR DATES:

🗓 24TH OCTOBER 2025 – Glasgow – Ivory Blacks

🗓 26TH OCTOBER 2025 – Edinburgh – La Belle Angele

🗓 29TH OCTOBER 2025 – York – Crescent

🗓 30TH OCTOBER 2025 - Newcastle - The Cluny

🗓 04TH NOVEMBER 2025 – Bristol – Exchange

🗓 05TH NOVEMBER 2025 – Cardiff – Globe (Venue Upgrade!)

with The Birthday Massacre

TICKETS : https://www.stigmata.uk/the-birthday-massacre/

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Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DiamondBlackOfficial

Join the Discord: https://discord.gg/N5t8ueajMJ

Merch: https://diamondblackofficial.com/store/

Bandcamp: https://diamondblack.bandcamp.com/

Listen on Spotify, Apple & all major platforms

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Please ‘like’ the video if you enjoyed it, and leave a comment too as it really helps the band get more views and get spread around Youtube! We really appreciate all the support!

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Adam - @adamhartist

Vincent - @vincentvdrums

Natalie - @diamondblacksnaps

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X - @dmondblk

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This week on Diamond Cast, we dive into the albums that shaped us.

From the shimmering rock epics of Hysteria to the raw intensity of Showbiz, and the technical wizardry of Images and Words, we each bring our most formative records to the table—and unpack how they changed us forever.

Whether it’s the sound, the message, or the moment it found us, these records lit the fire that keeps us creating today.

Plus: updates from the Diamond Black camp, fresh merch on the way, and a huge thank you to our Patreon supporters.

Which album changed your life? Let us know in the comments.

00:00 – Welcome to Episode 45

01:50 – Ben on Hysteria by Def Leppard: Shimmer, sheen & stadium-sized emotion

18:41 – Adam on Showbiz by Muse: Raw emotion and outsider intensity

36:01 – Vincent on Images and Words by Dream Theater: The gateway to prog metal

51:29 – Band Announcements & shoutouts

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TOUR DATES:

🗓 24TH OCTOBER 2025 – Glasgow – Ivory Blacks

🗓 26TH OCTOBER 2025 – Edinburgh – La Belle Angele

🗓 29TH OCTOBER 2025 – York – Crescent

🗓 30TH OCTOBER 2025 - Newcastle - The Cluny

🗓 04TH NOVEMBER 2025 – Bristol – Exchange

🗓 05TH NOVEMBER 2025 – Cardiff – Globe (Venue Upgrade!)

with The Birthday Massacre

TICKETS : https://www.stigmata.uk/the-birthday-massacre/

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DISCORD LINK -

https://discord.gg/N5t8ueajMJ

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Join our lovely DIAMOND BATS on YouTube in the live-chat!

Please ‘like’ the video if you enjoyed it, and leave a comment too as it really helps the band get more views and get spread around Youtube! We really appreciate all the support!

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Ben - @benchristomusic

Adam - @adamhartist

Vincent - @vincentvdrums

Natalie - @diamondblacksnaps

Instagram - @diamondblackofficial

Facebook - @diamondblackofficial

X - @dmondblk

Email us! [email protected]

This week on Diamond Cast, we’re feeling nostalgic, playful, and just a little bit mythical. Ben’s back from his travels, and we’re diving into everything from fantasy supergroups and devilish guitar theory to band reunions that should happen—and those that probably never will. Plus:

Bruce Dickinson and Alice Cooper stories (!)

Our #DBShadowLife art campaign – still time to enter

A surprise merch drop

Tour update: hello, Newcastle!

Settle in for a fun, thoughtful, and music-filled episode full of classic band chat, laughter and community.

00:00 – Into the Shadows: Welcome Back

02:05 – Greetings to All – and the Bard Returns!

03:21 – Practicing Calm & Exploring the World Around You

09:32 – The London Underground Quiz (Mind the Gap!)

20:56 – Band Reunions & Legendary Final Shows (Oasis? Maiden?)

27:30 – The Devil’s Chord: Fact or Myth?

31:22 – Meeting Alice Cooper & Bruce Dickinson (!)

37:51 – Our Fantasy Rock Supergroups

43:27 – New Merch Drop Incoming!

44:41 – Join the #DBShadowLife Art Challenge

47:10 – Tour Update: NEWCASTLE Just Announced!

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TOUR DATES:

October 24th 2025 - Glasgow - Ivory Blacks

October 26th 2025 - Edinburgh - La Belle Angele

October 29th 2025 - York - Crescent

October 30th 2025 - Newcastle - The Cluny

November 4th 2025 - Bristol - Exchange

November 5th 2025 - Cardiff - Globe

with The Birthday Massacre

TICKETS : https://www.stigmata.uk/the-birthday-massacre/

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DISCORD LINK -

https://discord.gg/N5t8ueajMJ

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Join our lovely DIAMOND BATS on YouTube in the live-chat!

Please ‘like’ the video if you enjoyed it, and leave a comment too as it really helps the band get more views and get spread around Youtube! We really appreciate all the support!

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Ben - @benchristomusic

Adam - @adamhartist

Vincent - @vincentvdrums

Natalie - @diamondblacksnaps

Instagram - @diamondblackofficial

Facebook - @diamondblackofficial

X - @dmondblk

Email us! [email protected]

This week on Diamond Cast, we reflect on the incredible response to Fall Into The Silence—your comments, your shares, your stories—thank you!

We also reveal more about our upcoming UK tour, dig into the meaning behind the lyrics, and revisit our chaotic past as an 80s cover band (!).

Vincent earns his new title as “memelord,” Ben ponders the idea that “calm is my success,” and we launch a brand new fan feature: #DBShadowLife — your chance to visually represent what the song means to you.

This one’s packed—don’t miss it.

00:00 – Kicking Off Episode 43

04:06 – A Warm Welcome to New Subscribers

09:25 – UK Tour Details Revealed!

12:49 – Incredible Feedback on Fall Into The Silence

18:34 – Throwback: Our 80s Cover Band ‘Shot Through The Heart’

26:38 – Diving Into the Lyrics of Fall Into The Silence

32:27 – Vincent, Lord of the Memes

34:07 – Fan Reactions to the New Single

35:03 – “Calm is my Success”: A New Way to Stay Productive?

42:03 – #DBShadowLife – Share Your Visuals Inspired by the Song

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TOUR DATES:

October 24th 2025 - Glasgow - Ivory Blacks

October 26th 2025 - Edinburgh - La Belle Angele

October 29th 2025 - York - Crescent

October 30th 2025 - Newcastle - The Cluny

November 4th 2025 - Bristol - Exchange

November 5th 2025 - Cardiff - Globe

with The Birthday Massacre

TICKETS : https://www.stigmata.uk/the-birthday-massacre/

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DISCORD LINK -

https://discord.gg/N5t8ueajMJ

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Join our lovely DIAMOND BATS on YouTube in the live-chat!

Please ‘like’ the video if you enjoyed it, and leave a comment too as it really helps the band get more views and get spread around Youtube! We really appreciate all the support!

DIAMOND BLACK MERCH - www.diamondblackofficial.com/store

Ben - @benchristomusic

Adam - @adamhartist

Vincent - @vincentvdrums

Natalie - @diamondblacksnaps

Instagram - @diamondblackofficial

Facebook - @diamondblackofficial

X - @dmondblk

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Fall Into The Silence has officially dropped—and we’re going LIVE to celebrate with YOU.

Join us for this special episode of Diamond Cast, where we’re hosting a watch party for the brand-new music video, reading out your fan comments, answering live questions, and celebrating the incredible support that made this release possible.

We’ll be talking about:

- Behind-the-scenes stories from the Fall Into The Silence video shoot

- What the song and video mean to us

- Your reactions, theories, and lyrical interpretations

- Fan shoutouts and reading Superchats

- What’s coming next for Diamond Black

Don’t forget to hit that live chat—we’ll be responding throughout!

Let’s celebrate this new chapter together.

Listen to Fall Into The Silence now:

Streaming everywhere: https://diamondblack.hearnow.com/fall-into-the-silence

Official Music Video: https://youtu.be/oK_02nzFbAw

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TOUR DATES:

October 24th 2025 - Glasgow - Ivory Blacks

October 26th 2025 - Edinburgh - La Belle Angele

October 29th 2025 - York - Crescent

November 4th 2025 - Bristol - Exchange

November 5th 2025 - Cardiff - Globe

with The Birthday Massacre

TICKETS : https://www.stigmata.uk/the-birthday-massacre/

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DISCORD LINK -

https://discord.gg/N5t8ueajMJ

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Join our lovely DIAMOND BATS on YouTube in the live-chat!

Please ‘like’ the video if you enjoyed it, and leave a comment too as it really helps the band get more views and get spread around Youtube! We really appreciate all the support!

DIAMOND BLACK MERCH - www.diamondblackofficial.com/store

Ben - @benchristomusic

Adam - @adamhartist

Vincent - @vincentvdrums

Natalie - @diamondblacksnaps

Instagram - @diamondblackofficial

Facebook - @diamondblackofficial

X - @dmondblk

Email us! [email protected]

This week on Diamond Cast, we dive deep into the story behind our new single Fall Into The Silence—from the concept and lyrics to how the video came together. Ben checks in from tour in Germany, and we get philosophical (and slightly ranty) about the education system and creativity.

We also reveal some behind-the-scenes updates on the upcoming Diamond Black album—including how we choose titles, which songs we’re most excited about, and even hint at the album name itself…

Plus:

• We read your emotional fan responses to “Are You Out There?”

• Share real-world techniques for managing anxiety

• And announce our first-ever Diamond Cast LIVE happening on June 26 at 7pm (UK time)

This one’s packed—don’t miss it.

00:00 – Kicking Off

00:54 – Fall Into The Silence: Final Fundraiser Push

03:32 – Ben Checks In from Germany

05:00 – School vs Creativity: The Education System Debate

12:18 – How We Created the Fall Into The Silence Video

14:40 – Breaking Down the FITS Lyrics

20:16 – Talking Album Titles

23:40 – How We Pick Our Song Names

26:32 – What Songs Are We Most Excited to Release?

31:03 – Album Production Update

34:18 – Fan Reactions to “Are You Out There?”

37:35 – Our Favourite Anxiety-Soothing Techniques

41:10 – Diamond Cast Goes LIVE – June 26th @ 7PM!

https://www.rapidtapping.com/

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FALL IN TO THE SILENCE VIDEO SUPPORTER LINK - https://diamondblackofficial.com/product/fits-supporter/

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TOUR DATES:

October 24th 2025 - Glasgow - Ivory Blacks

October 26th 2025 - Edinburgh - La Belle Angele

October 29th 2025 - York - Crescent

November 4th 2025 - Bristol - Exchange

November 5th 2025 - Cardiff - Globe

with The Birthday Massacre

TICKETS : https://www.stigmata.uk/the-birthday-massacre/

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DISCORD LINK -

https://discord.gg/N5t8ueajMJ

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Join our lovely DIAMOND BATS on YouTube in the live-chat!

Please ‘like’ the video if you enjoyed it, and leave a comment too as it really helps the band get more views and get spread around Youtube! We really appreciate all the support!

DIAMOND BLACK MERCH - www.diamondblackofficial.com/store

Ben - @benchristomusic

Adam - @adamhartist

Vincent - @vincentvdrums

Natalie - @diamondblacksnaps

Instagram - @diamondblackofficial

Facebook - @diamondblackofficial

X - @dmondblk

Email us! [email protected]

This week on Diamond Cast, we’ve got a packed episode full of big reveals, strange nicknames, and an official tour announcement!

We take you behind the scenes of our upcoming single Fall Into The Silence—from supporter perks and new video stills, to the release date you've all been waiting for.

Plus:

• Our oddball nicknames (guess who’s Gruff?)

• Album progress update

• Adam’s adventures at SXSW

• The official word on where you can catch us live this year

• What we're most looking forward to next week

Hit like, subscribe, and leave us a comment—especially if you're coming to a show!

00:00 – Into the Diamond Black

02:35 – Supporter Perks: What You Get for Backing 'Fall Into The Silence'

05:27 – Exclusive First Look: Video Stills from the New Single

11:12 – Meet Tuff, Buff and Gruff: Our Weird Band Nicknames

13:45 – 'Fall Into The Silence' Release Details Revealed

17:51 – Where We're At with the Album

22:20 – Adam Hits SXSW: What Blew His Mind

27:07 – TOUR ANNOUNCEMENT: Where You’ll See Us Live

35:31 – Looking Ahead: What We're Excited About Next Week

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FALL IN TO THE SILENCE VIDEO SUPPORTER LINK - https://diamondblackofficial.com/product/fits-supporter/

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TOUR DATES:

October 24th 2025 - Glasgow - Ivory Blacks

October 26th 2025 - Edinburgh - La Belle Angele

October 29th 2025 - York - Crescent

November 4th 2025 - Bristol - Exchange

November 5th 2025 - Cardiff - Globe

with The Birthday Massacre

https://www.stigmata.uk/the-birthday-massacre/

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DISCORD LINK -

https://discord.gg/N5t8ueajMJ

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Join our lovely DIAMOND BATS on YouTube in the live-chat!

Please ‘like’ the video if you enjoyed it, and leave a comment too as it really helps the band get more views and get spread around Youtube! We really appreciate all the support!

DIAMOND BLACK MERCH - www.diamondblackofficial.com/store

Ben - @benchristomusic

Adam - @adamhartist

Vincent - @vincentvdrums

Natalie - @diamondblacksnaps

Instagram - @diamondblackofficial

Facebook - @diamondblackofficial

X - @dmondblk

Email us! [email protected]