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This week on Fake It Out Loud, Sarah catches up with The Darkest — the UK’s most musically faithful tribute to The Darkness, delivering spot-on vocals, killer riffs, and deep-cut devotion to one of Britain’s most distinctive rock bands.

 In this episode, we dive into:

• Why they chose The Darkness — and what makes it so rewarding to cover
• Getting the feel right without relying on theatrics
• The challenges of capturing such a unique band, song by song
•  The reality of tribute life: day jobs, DIY gigs, and unforgettable fan moments
•  Their take on the UK tribute scene — and what makes a good band stand out
•  And a no-fuss, all-fury round of Shred Showdown

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This week on Fake It Out Loud, Sarah welcomes Rage UK — the UK’s tribute to the thunderous, politically-charged powerhouse that is Rage Against the Machine.

From the explosive riffs of “Bulls on Parade” to the seismic stomp of “Killing in the Name,” Rage UK captures the sound, the fury, and the message of one of rock’s most uncompromising bands. In this episode, they dive into:

• What it takes to do Rage justice on stage
•  Balancing sound, energy, and activism in a tribute setting
•  Launching the band during a global pandemic
•  Replicating Tom Morello’s gear wizardry and Zack’s vocal fire
•  The good, bad, and ugly of working with promoters
•  Fan chaos, dream venues, and advice for tribute bands that dare to go loud

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This week on Fake It Out Loud, Sarah turns up the funk, fire, and full-frontal California energy with Ty from Red Hot Chilli Players — the UK’s tribute to the Red Hot Chili Peppers.

From Flea’s slap bass madness to Frusciante’s soul-drenched tones, these guys bring the Peppers' legendary live spirit to stages across the country. Fresh off a gig at the iconic Leo’s Red Lion, Ty joins us to talk about:

• The origins of the Red Hot Chilli Players
•  Capturing the raw, unpredictable vibe of RHCP
•  Balancing authenticity with chaos — and why it's never just about the notes
•  Behind-the-scenes life: promoters, van life, pre-show rituals & the tribute grind
•  What makes a tribute band stand out in a crowded scene

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This week on Fake It Out Loud, Sarah sits down with Matt Blakout, drummer for Whitesnake UK — the UK’s longest-running and most sonically faithful tribute to David Coverdale’s hard-rock juggernaut. From blues-soaked ballads to hair-metal anthems, WSUK brings every era of Whitesnake roaring back to life with precision, passion, and serious volume.

In this episode:

•  How the band formed and why Whitesnake was the perfect fit
•  The challenges (and joys) of recreating iconic tones, twin guitars, and big-stage energy
•  Life on the road: load-ins, rituals, pre-show chaos, and who’s the wildcard in the van
•  Why tribute bands are more than nostalgia — they’re preservation
•  The good, bad, and “no one promoted it” reality of working with venues and promoters
•  Plus: a lightning round of Shred Showdown

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This week on Fake It Out Loud, Sarah sits down with Andy Sayers from Sabbotage, the UK’s most dedicated tribute to the godfathers of heavy metal: Black Sabbath.

Formed from the ashes of Snowblind back in 2014, Sabbotage has spent over a decade channelling the raw power, haunting riffs, and dark magic of Sabbath’s legendary catalogue — and they’re not slowing down anytime soon.

In this episode:

• What it takes to honor a legacy like Sabbath’s
• Winning over the most passionate (and picky) fanbase in metal
• Life on the road — gig day routines, gear hauls, and the chaos backstage
• The promoter problem: when it goes right… and when it definitely doesn’t
•  A lightning round of Shred Showdown

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This week on Fake It Out Loud, Sarah is joined by tribute scene powerhouse Kev Williams — a guitarist who's donned the boots, eyeliner, and swagger of some of rock’s most iconic names. From the explosive energy of KISS tributes (Dressed to Kill, Unkissed), to the stadium-shaking sounds of Bon Jovi, and the chaotic charm of Mötley Screw, Kev brings it all to life.

We dive into:

• What authenticity really means in tribute performance
• Recreating the tones and stage presence of legends like Ace Frehley, Mick Mars & Richie Sambora
• Gear choices, gig-day chaos, and backstage rituals
• The evolution of the UK tribute scene — and what still needs to change
•  And a lightning-round of Shred Showdown

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They’ve been crowned the world’s most authentic Mötley Crüe tribute — and after this conversation, you’ll see exactly why.

In this episode, Sarah is joined by the full force of Mötley Crüde, Europe’s longest-running Crüe tribute band. From sold-out shows at London’s legendary Underworld to their upcoming international tour in Spain, Mötley Crüde are taking the chaos global as they celebrate 10 years on the road with their Decade of Decadence tour.

We dive deep into what makes a great tribute band — the detail, the energy, the authenticity — and how far they go to bring the sleaze, swagger, and spectacle of the real Crüe to stages across the UK and beyond. Plus: behind-the-scenes chaos, unforgettable fan moments, merch that goes way beyond T-shirts, and a round of Shred Showdown that pulls no punches.

If you love tribute culture, Crüe anthems, or just want to hear what it takes to fake it loud — this one’s for you.

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