A place for long form interviews and audio documentaries exploring underground and alterantive music in the UK and the communities that surround those scenes.

Presented by James Ward

An extended interview with Yard Act originally broadcast on Threads Radio in November 2020. James, and James, discuss characters, falling off bikes and the existential issues that surround being a hype band during a pandemic.

Yard Act Interview - The best new British Band?

An interview with Xadi and Nina Cobham about their collaboration on Mañana, writing songs for your own culture and what it's like to have an indepdent single to blow up. Featuring regular interuptions from Nina's lovely puppy.

Xadi & Nina Cobham: Collaboration, Culture and releasing an independent hit

An interview with Scott Lewis from Clue records following their merger with Hatch. Touching on what they're up to as a label and the challenges of running a small independent label all delivered with more than a touch of Northern pride.

Scott Lewis: Running Clue Records and Merging with Hatch

A brief Introduction to the Pretend podcast.