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Richard McNamara on Embrace, New Music & Looking Back at the 90s 

On this episode of The MarshyCast, I’m joined by Richard McNamara from Embrace as the band return with their latest single Road To Nowhere, a new album Avalanche, and a tour on the horizon. 

Richard reflects on the band’s journey, from their early days in the 90s to achieving a number one album — and how, at the time, they didn’t fully take in the moment. 

We talk about how being in a band changes over time, how perspective shifts with age, and how Embrace approach their music now. Do they have a defined “Embrace sound”, or are they still experimenting? 

Richard also shares what fans can expect from the upcoming tour, and opens up about revisiting older material — including the one song he’s not particularly fond of performing. 

It’s a thoughtful and honest conversation about longevity, creativity and staying relevant across decades. 

🎧 Available now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever you listen. 

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