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May 13, 2025 Episode 340: Fangclub: Steven & Kevin of the alt/rock band talk about the writing & recording of their latest EP.
Fangclub are a Dublin alternative rock band with members Steven King (Guitar/Vocals), Kevin Keane (Bass) and Dara Coleman (Drums).
2024s EP, “All Good”, marked a musical return for the band after an extended break since 2020.
On the live circuit, Fangclub have supported bands such as Metallica, Smashing Pumpkins, Pixies, Muse, Biffy Clyro, Twin Atlantic, Nothing But Thieves, The Cribs, Swmrs and Frank Carter and The Rattlesnakes
Letty got to sit down and chat with Steve & Kevin at Cleeres in Kilkenny before they played with Oracle Villa as support.
Band Link:
https://www.fangclubmusic.com
Song played:
Out of my head © Fang Club, all rights reserved 2025.
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26 min
May 09, 2025 Episode 339: Justine & Sammy of Church Road Records & Employed To Serve on running a label & playing in a band.
On this episode of the podcast, we’re joined by Justine and Sammy of Church Road Records/Employed To Serve—exploring how the dual demands of running a label and playing in a touring band shape their daily lives and creative decisions.
Church Road Records may have started in 2017 as a DIY operation run out of a spare room, but in just a few short years, it has carved out a reputation for consistency, taste, and innovation in the world of underground heavy music. What sets Church Road apart isn’t just the quality of its roster, but the sense of identity that runs through the label—an identity that’s rooted in the personal vision and hands-on approach of its founders.
Evan and I speak with Justine and Sammy about the origins of the label, the practical and emotional challenges of launching a self-funded venture, and the evolution that has seen Church Road grow from a passion project to a respected institution within the scene. We also dig into the label’s unique subscription service model, the criteria they use when signing new artists, and their broader thoughts on the shifting landscape of the music industry in 2025.
Of course, we also talk about Employed to Serve, the acclaimed band that Justine fronts and Sammy plays guitar in—exploring how the dual demands of running a label and playing in a touring band shape their daily lives and creative decisions.
This episode offers an inside look at what it takes to build and sustain a truly independent label in today’s music ecosystem—and why passion, resilience, and community remain at the core of it all.
Link:
https://churchroadrecords.com
Intro Music:
Wallowing: Flesh & Steel.
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43 min
May 06, 2025 Episode 338: Good Friend: Adam (Vox/Bass) & Izzy (Drums) talk to Letty about their Celtic punk rock style of music.
Hailing from the Causeway Coast, Good Friend is Adam Carroll (lead vocals and bass), Izzy Curran (drums), and Andy Reid (lead guitar). These three Irish lads originally come from around Belfast/Northern Ireland but they moved to Newcastle, England to get shitty jobs and form a band. The jobs did indeed turn out to be shitty, but the band turned out great!
'We’ve always described our sound as Punk Rock salted by The Irish Sea. Melodic and ferocious.'
The band are signed to Red Scare Industries (US) and Gunner Records (EU) and have toured the world and played with bands like MakeWar, Guerilla Poubelle & Red City Radio.
Good Friend played support to The Menzingers on the 16th of April at Button Factory Dublin, where Letty interviewed Adam and Izzy of the band.
Band link:
https://gunnerrecords.com/product-category/bands/good-friend
https://goodfriend.bandcamp.com/album/tell-me-ma-single
https://www.instagram.com/goodfriendband
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16 min
April 22, 2025 Episode 337: Irish Musicians Unite for Benefit Gigs in Support of Adam Moore's MS Treatment.
Two special benefit gigs are set to take place in Dublin and Cork on April 24th and 25th in support of Adam Moore, (Merch Limbo/ex guitarist with Hero In Error), who has been living with multiple sclerosis (MS) for over a decade. All proceeds from the shows will go directly toward funding Adam’s ongoing stem cell treatment in Serbia.
In a deeply moving conversation, I was joined by Adam, long-time friend & Hero In Error drummer Steve "Confey" Reilly, along with Evan from Dead Cult Promotions /Worn Out, to talk about the shows and the journey that led them here. Adam spoke candidly about his diagnosis and the challenges he’s faced living with MS, while Confey reflected on Adam’s time in Hero In Error and the lasting impact he’s had on the Irish music community and beyond.
That sense of impact is clear in the response to a GoFundMe campaign launched by Adam’s fiancée, Tania, which has already surpassed the €75,000 mark — a milestone that surprised everyone except, perhaps, those who know just how many lives Adam has touched.
Adam’s determination in seeking alternative treatments and his decision to undergo stem cell therapy is a testament to his strength and resilience. These upcoming shows are more than just gigs — they’re a show of solidarity from a community that stands behind one of its own.
To contribute or learn more about Adam’s journey and the upcoming gigs, please follow the links below. Every donation and share helps — Richie.
Links:
Hero in Error - Adam Moore Fundraiser w/ Uragh & Solothurn
https://www.universe.com/events/hero-in-error-adam-moore-fundraiser-w-uragh-solothurn-tickets-Z9DRCV
ADAM FEST: Hero In Error // WORN OUT // Codespeaker // Nealo(MS Fundraiser)
https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/adam-fest-hero-in-error-worn-out-codespeaker-nealoms-fundraiser-tickets-1204743673759?utm_experiment=test_share_listing&aff=ebdsshios
GO FUND ME:
https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-my-fiance-adam-moore-fight-multiple-sclerosis-ms-w
SupportAdamMoore #MSAwareness #IrishMusic #BenefitShow #HeroInError #MerchLimbo #DeadCultPromotions
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54 min
April 11, 2025 Episode 336: Grey Stag: Matt, Steve & Daragh talk about the release of their brilliant new e.p Mountain Breaker.
It was great to meet up with Grey Stag in this pre-recorded episode, before they played a jam packed Fred Zeppelins, in Cork with a serious support line up from Bodydrinkers, Dead Memories and Archaos courtesy of Dead Cult Promotions. Grey Stag were in town to promote their single launch for 'Cauldron Burn' and it was the perfect time to catch up with the lads to find out about the writing, recording and the build-up to the release of Mountain Breaker. Matt, Steve & Daragh have continued in the heavy/melodic musical direction of their last album Call of the Mountain but have added subtle changes to increase the enjoyment for Stag fans with four new songs on offer here alongside firm live favorite 'Emerald' by Thin Lizzy. The e.p is out now on the link below and for the first time a vinyl release is available also.
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Grey Stag link:

https://greystag.bandcamp.com
Track played:
Hellbringer © Grey Stag, all rights reserved 2025.
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32 min
March 28, 2025 Episode 335: The Metal Cell Forums March edition: Danielle, Howard & Joe discuss the impact of line-up changes in bands.
Join myself, Danielle, Joe and Howard as we discuss the the impact of line-up changes in bands. What inspired the topic was the news of Brent Hinds departure from Mastodon and the potential fall out of revenue, creativity and legal issues that could occur. We look at bands on a local level also along with Joe and Howards experience of it first hand. Please 'SUBSCRIBE' to The Metal Cell YouTube Channel, if you haven't already.
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1 hr 25 min
March 28, 2025 Episode 334: Teras: Hunter (Vocals/Bass), Boydy (Drums/Vocals) and Grog (Guitars) of Northern Ireland based band talk to me about their newest songs, crazy gigs & future plans for 2025.
Hunter (Vocals/Bass), Boydy (Drums/Vocals) and Grog (Guitars) of Northern Ireland based Teras have been absolutely killing it lately with live performances all over Ireland, including a memorable Siege of Limerick appearance last year and another invite back to play in Dolans this April. I invited them to The Metal Cell studios in this pre-recorded interview just after they played a killer set supporting XIII Doors at a sold out show in Fred Zeppelins of Cork the previous night. Muscles were aching but the spirits were high when Teras arrived and we quickly got into a great chat about what sort of direction the band are now moving in after a few line-up changes. The hugely positive reaction to their latest single 'Sovereign' along with them explaining the new exciting creative direction they are exploring for the rest of 2025, certainly left me feeling that this is a band that are worth waiting on for their next release. Hunter talks about building up this 'tribe' of followers and you get the feeling that the more Teras find their groove the bigger the 'tribe' will be.
Check out all their socials on the links below and please 'SUBSCRIBE' to The Metal Cell YouTube channel.
Teras Links:
https://linktr.ee/theterastribe
https://www.instagram.com/teras_ni
https://www.facebook.com/TerasOffical.ni
Songs played:
Dystopia © Teras, all rights reserved 2025.
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58 min
March 18, 2025 Episode 333: Too Far Fetched: Colin (Vocals), Anto (Guitars) & Evan (Bass) of the five-piece metal band hailing from Mullingar, Co. Westmeath.
Letty interviewed Too Far Fetched in Fibbers where they were playing the Rage Metal Metal night alongside Angry Chair, Pain In Vain and Tide 7.
Too Far Fetched are a brilliant upcoming five-piece metal band hailing from Mullingar, Co. Westmeath. Colin (Vocals), Anto (Guitars) & Evan (Bass) chat to Letty about the bands formation, playing Siege of Limerick, releasing their own music independently and future plans for this exciting Metal band winning fans over with some incredible live performances all over Ireland.
Band links:
https://www.youtube.com/@TooFarFetched
https://open.spotify.com/artist/3hAw8Nt2D5mBWu0JirQXOx?si=wMIWEWqvTcyS-54_Ve4AxA
Song played:
Narcissus © Too Far Fetched, all rights reserved 2025.
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21 min
March 14, 2025 Episode 332: Solo Project Pt.5: A talk with Irish musicians Fionn of FÓS, Kevin of Sonus Mortis & Shane of Temair about their solo work and dedication to releasing incredible music.
I'm delighted to announce another episode focusing on promoting Irish Solo Metal artists. Kevin Byrne of Sonus Mortis makes a return to the show and making their debuts on the podcast are Fionn Murray of FÓS and Shane McCulloch of Temair. While they may have different styles and make incredible music, it's their creative energy and the enjoyment of doing this by themselves shines through on the interview. We hear plenty of insights into how each artist approaches his work, about their dedication to the completion of songs, and the marriage of the music to the art; all of which is fascinating to hear. We also talk about how much effort goes into promoting their work and the importance of getting the release out there for fans to find it. Please 'SUBSCRIBE' to The Metal Cell YouTube channel if you want to see more videos like this, if you haven't already.
LINKS:
FÓS: https://fosmetal.bandcamp.com/album/n-l-mo-chro-in-aon-rud
Sonus Mortis: https://sonusmortis.bandcamp.com/album/synapse-the-hivemind
Temair: https://temair.bandcamp.com/album/worlds-ablaze
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1 hr 5 min
March 01, 2025 Episode 331: Roan Hynes of Terror Syndrome. The innovative Cork musician genre-bending Metal with Synthwave .
The Metal Cell presents Roan Hynes , the solo next-gen music prodigy who’s breaking barriers by blending heavy metal with electrifying synthwave! With 16 explosive releases and a unique sound that combines shredding guitars, thunderous drums, and futuristic synths, this rising star is redefining the limits of genre-bending music in Ireland. Terror Syndrome is a perfect storm of intensity, emotion, and innovation along with live shows that are an absolute must-see—Roan brings an exciting, one-of-a-kind performance that blends high-voltage performances, synthwave atmospheres, and full-throttle metal energy.
On this episode, we hear from Dad, Dave Hynes (Guitarist of Perish The Thought) who offers some insight into Roan's upbringing, you'll see Terror Syndrome perform live in Fred Zeppelins, Cork and hear from Roan himself. Hope you enjoy the episode and please 'SUBSCRIBE' to the YouTube Channel.
Terror Syndrome link:
https://terrorsyndrome.bandcamp.com
All music played © 2025 Terror Syndrome. All rights reserved except
Voodoo People © 2025 The Prodigy. All rights reserved.
MetalSynthwave #LivePerformance #NextLevelMusic #GenreFusion
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22 min

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