Dinosaur Pile-Up frontman Matt Bigland opens up in this new interview about the band’s triumphant return with their new album 'I’ve Felt Better', out now via Mascot Records.

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From a long creative process shaped by illness and introspection to the emotionally charged visuals by Fred Stonehouse, Matt shares the deeply personal journey behind the album’s creation and why this record means more than any before.

Matt reveals how a devastating battle with ulcerative colitis left him physically and mentally broken, leading to ego death, creative burnout, and long periods away from the stage. But through it all, music remained, if not as a lifeline, then as an inevitable force.

He explains how his relationship with fellow musician and now-wife Karen Diō brought clarity, love, and fresh purpose. The conversation also touches on the irony of fame, the realities of DIY artistry, and the bittersweet experience of returning to festivals like 2000 Trees.

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After confirming for 100% certainty that Dewsbury is not currently on meth (which kinda sounds like something that someone on meth would say) he and Moose catch up to discuss plans for the Primordial Burns Supper in Inverness next year. Tickets for the event will shortly be on sale from the website, including a hotel deal AND a trip to Loch Ness! How amazing would it be if the PRFam were the ones to finally confirm the existence of Nessie?! It could happen. 

The guys are also joined by Katy Baker from Metal For Good, who are the official charity partners of Primordial Radio. Moose and Katy discuss the charity's activities over the summer, current events, and look ahead to the upcoming Metal Merch Day, coming in October.

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This week Moose and Dews catch up at an unusually late hour, leading to the kind of catch-up they’d usually have over a few beers. Sadly, being consummate professionals, there were no beers involved in the recording of this podcast. Boooo!

After the usual discussion of life, the universe, and everything, the main topic of conversation this week is the titular dates for the calendar, including Metal For Good’s upcoming Metal Merch Day, and the slightly less upcoming Burns Supper in January.

They also brainstorm ideas for other potential events. This leads to the realisation that having two ticketed events within a week of each other would be very like Thomas The Tank Engine. It really *is* like a conversation they’d have in the pub.

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Moose and Dews catch up again this week, after an excellent weekend of (relatively!) wholesome, fantastic fun on Dews’ part Bloodstock festival 2025. 

Looking back on the weekend that was, Dews reflects on his experiences at the festival, including some excellent performances, excellent company, and one notably excellent nap. The guys discuss the incredible, vibrant community around Bloodstock, the excitement of connecting with fans, and the nuances of festival organization, including weather conditions and future announcements.

They also look at the recent announcement of artists for Bloodstock 2026.

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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 such as the Radio Residency, but also maintain what we do now. 

The guys discuss the pros and cons and what will be the best moving forward. There's also discussion on Bloodstock Festival coming up this weekend.

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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 Osbourne, along with the fabulous response to Primordial's Ozzy tribute day last week. There's a look ahead to what promises to be a fabulous Bloodstock festival, and some excellent news from both Trivium, and the Big Bang 8!

Early bird tickets for the Big Bang 8 in 2026 sold out in just 30 minutes. If you would like to attend next year, you can secure your ticket here.

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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 landscape of rock and metal events. They also emphasise the importance of understanding the audience and the need for a clear strategy moving forward, balancing ambition with realistic expectations for future events.

Early bird tickets for the Big Bang in 2026 sold out in just 30 minutes. If you would like to attend next year, you can secure your ticket here.

Across the podcast, the guys also discuss:

• Celebrating The Big Bang's Success
• Challenges In Event Planning
• The Need For Community Engagement
• Understanding Who The Big Bang Is For
• Prioritising Membership Growth Over Events
• Why Content Is Key To Generating Revenue For Events
• Future Events Should Focus On The PRFam First
• The Changing Landscape Of Rock & Metal
• Focusing On Emotional Connections
• Why A Clear Strategy Is Needed

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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 worth the price of admission alone. 

Moose also provides Big Bang 7 updates, (remember cash is king) and opines about the importance of being yourself. Unless you can be Batman.

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**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 - the weekend featured no physical injuries and left him all agog.

There's also some important advice for any first-timers attending the upcoming Primordial Big Bang 7; mainly bring cash, and how you can be instantly popular by ringing the bell, but that will cost you all of the aforementioned cash.

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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 why some heritage acts still pack fields, why others feel out of step and how Sleep Token’s leap could potentially be repeated. There’s also a quick reality check on festival creature comforts, clean loos, hot showers, and the long road from Monsters of Rock ’88 to modern crowd-safety standards.

Two live giveaways round out the chat: a streaming pass for this weekend’s star-studded Black Sabbath set at Villa Park, and a pair of weekend camping tickets for 2000 Trees Festival.

Podcast Highlights

Across the podcast, the guys also discuss:

• Linkin Park, Blink-182 & Ghost In Pole Position
• Bad Omens Tipped As Next Sleep Token
• Nickelback & Creed Draw Real Demand
• Prodigy Still Torch Stages Post-Keith
• AC/DC’s Costly Rolling Stage Dilemma
• When Legacy Billing Misses The Mark
• Curating A Day Like A Playlist
• Glastonbury’s Reduced Artist Fees
• Two Free Competitions Live Now

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