In this episode, we sit down with Dominic from Wigan’s genre-defying outfit, Narcissists, fresh off the release of their blistering new album, Dark Assembly. Beyond the noise and energy, Dominic brings sharp insight and unapologetic opinions about where the music industry is failing—and how it needs to change.

From DIY ethics to rebuilding the scene from the ground up, this isn’t just a conversation about a band on the rise—it’s a call to arms. Big ideas. Loud voices. No compromise.

For our first online podcast , we sit down with Sheffield’s own post-metal force, Hidden Mothers. Fresh off the release of their latest album, the band dives deep into their songwriting process, the emotional weight behind their sound, and what it's like pushing boundaries in the UK heavy music scene. We also talk all things ArcTanGent Festival—from performing among a lineup of genre-defying acts to how it’s shaping the future of experimental metal.

Heavy, hazy, and honest—this is Hidden Mothers like you’ve never heard them.

In this episode of Northwest Connection, we sit down with Manchester's post-metal pioneers, Pleiades — a band known for their cinematic soundscapes, emotionally charged lyrics, and boundary-pushing live shows. We dive into the creative processes behind their genre-defying music, the evolution of their sound, and the stories that fuel their powerful releases. From the DIY ethos that shaped their early days to the ambitious concepts driving their most recent work, this is a deep-dive into one of the most compelling acts on the Northern music scene.

Whether you're a long-time fan or just discovering them, prepare to be pulled into the orbit of Pleiades.