Ampocalypse

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Ampocalypse | Matt McAndrew of Rain City Drive on...

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2026/07/02

In this episode of Ampocalypse Damian FitzGerald is joined by Matt McAndrew of Rain City Drive for another special Download Festival edition of the show. With the outside world collapsing, Download has become one of the last remaining safe havens, leaving Matt to decide how to survive, who to trust, and what it takes to lead a festival civilisation through the end of the world.Would you stay behind the festival gates or risk everything beyond the fences? Together we discuss the first priorities for

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00:10:16

Ampocalypse | Black Water County on Download...

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2026/07/01

In this episode of Ampocalypse, Damian FitzGerald is joined by Bradley H-Clarke, Tim Harris and Ollie Beaton of Black Water County to discuss what would happen if Download Festival became the last safe place on Earth.As the festival apocalypse unfolds, Black Water County consider whether they would stay behind the gates or risk heading into the unknown, what resources would become essential, and why festival buggies and beer might suddenly become vital survival tools.The conversation also explores

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00:11:52

Ampocalypse | RXPTRS on Download Festival and...

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2026/06/30

In this episode of Ampocalypse, Damian FitzGerald is joined by Simon Roach and Harley Watson of RXPTRS to answer one simple question: what happens if the apocalypse begins at Download Festival? With thousands of fans trapped inside the UK’s biggest rock and metal festival, could Download become humanity’s last surviving civilisation?From choosing the best place to build a new society to deciding which festival characters would thrive when the world falls apart, Simon and Harley tackle every aspect

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00:11:41

Ampocalypse | Creeping Jean on Festival Survival and...

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2026/06/29

In this episode of Ampocalypse, Damian FitzGerald is joined by Olly Tooze and Nick Buttermilk of Creeping Jean for a Download Festival special, where the apocalypse has unfolded beyond the festival gates and Download has become one of the last remaining safe havens.Would you stay inside the festival gates or take your chances in the outside world? Olly and Nick tackle the big questions as they discuss survival strategies, leadership, resource management, and the importance of toilets when

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00:08:54

Ampocalypse | Paleface Swiss on Survival, Leadership...

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2026/06/26

In this episode of Ampocalypse, Damian FitzGerald is joined by Yannick Lehmann and Tommy-Lee Abt of Paleface Swiss for a special Download Festival edition of the show. With Download Festival transformed into one of the last remaining safe havens in a collapsing world, Damian puts the band’s survival instincts to the test and discovers how they would navigate the end of civilisation.From securing essential resources and establishing leadership to managing a growing community of survivors, Yannick and

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00:38:56

Ampocalypse | n0trixx on A Catalogue of Madness and...

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2026/06/19

In this episode of Ampocalypse, Damian FitzGerald is joined by n0trixx to discuss her ambitious new album, A Catalogue of Madness and Melancholia. Through a blend of alternative music, innovative production, and deeply personal storytelling, n0trixx has created a record that explores the realities of mental health in a unique and thought-provoking way.The conversation dives into the creative process behind the album, examining how different mental health conditions were translated into sound and how

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00:34:09

Ampocalypse | Piper Ferrari of Roman Candle on...

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2026/06/12

In this episode of Ampocalypse, Damian FitzGerald is joined by Piper Ferrari of Roman Candle to discuss Roman Candle’s debut album, Unadulterated, the songwriting process behind its raw emotional intensity, and how early 2000s metalcore and emo helped shape its sound.Piper dives into the creation of Unadulterated, explaining how the album evolved during its writing process and eventually took on a life of its own. From the crushing heaviness of tracks like Blasphemous Act to the importance of

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00:08:20

Ampocalypse | Dan Palmer of Zebrahead on Counselling...

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2026/06/05

In this episode of Ampocalypse, Damian FitzGerald is joined by Dan Palmer of Zebrahead for another Slam Dunk Special as he steps into his very own festival apocalypse.With the gates closed and the outside world descending into chaos, Dan imagines what it would take to survive an apocalypse at Slam Dunk Festival. From identifying which festival tribes would thrive, to deciding what supplies become the most valuable commodities, the conversation blends humour, survival strategy, and the unique sense

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00:14:01

Ampocalypse | Hawthorne Heights Monetise the...

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2026/06/05

In this episode of Ampocalypse, Damian FitzGerald is joined by JT Woodruff, Matt Ridenour, and Mark McMillon of Hawthorne Heights for a special Slam Dunk Festival edition of the show.With the band's appearance at Slam Dunk 2026 complete, it's time to find out how they would handle their very own festival apocalypse. Would they stay and defend the site, or make a run for it? Which parts of the festival become essential for survival? And who among the crowds would be best equipped to thrive

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00:06:32

Ampocalypse | MAH of SiM Faces the Slam Dunk Apocalypse

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2026/06/05

In this episode of Ampocalypse, Damian FitzGerald is joined by MAH of SiM for a special on-site Slam Dunk Festival edition, stepping away from the stage and straight into his own festival apocalypse.With the crowds, music, and festival atmosphere surrounding them, MAH is faced with a simple question: if the apocalypse broke out at Slam Dunk, would he stay and survive or make a run for it? From identifying the most valuable resources hidden within the festival grounds to deciding which groups of fans

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00:10:27

Ampocalypse | Geoff Murphy of Call Me Amour Revisits...

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2026/06/05

In this episode of Ampocalypse, Damian FitzGerald is joined by Geoff Murphy of Call Me Amour for a special on-site Slam Dunk Festival edition of the show.A few weeks back, Geoff stepped into his own Ampocalypse and laid out his plan for surviving the end of the world at a music festival. Now, surrounded by the organised chaos of Slam Dunk Festival, Damian catches up with him to find out whether he still stands by those decisions or if a few hours at Slam Dunk have completely changed his mind.Whilst

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00:08:43

Ampocalypse | Anna Shields of Dead Pony on Surviving...

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2026/06/05

In this episode of Ampocalypse, Damian FitzGerald is joined by Anna Shields of Dead Pony for a special Slam Dunk Festival edition of the show.With Dead Pony having appeared on the Slam Dunk Festival 2026 line-up, Anna steps away from the stage and into her own Ampocalypse as we imagine a festival site descending into chaos. From securing vital resources and choosing the safest place to establish a base, to deciding who would make the best survivors in a post-apocalyptic festival society, this

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00:10:16

Ampocalypse | Black Water County on Download...

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2026/06/01

In this episode of Ampocalypse, Damian FitzGerald is joined by Bradley H-Clarke, Tim Harris and Ollie Beaton of Black Water County to discuss what would happen if Download Festival became the last safe place on Earth.As the festival apocalypse unfolds, Black Water County consider whether they would stay behind the gates or risk heading into the unknown, what resources would become essential, and why festival buggies and beer might suddenly become vital survival tools.The conversation also explores

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00:50:43

Ampocalypse | Lø Spirit on Isn’t Life Beautiful,...

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2026/05/29

In this episode of Ampocalypse, Damian FitzGerald is joined by Lø Spirit to discuss the deeply personal journey behind his debut album Isn’t Life Beautiful. The conversation explores the realities of mental health, vulnerability in songwriting, and how music can become both an emotional outlet and a form of survival. Lø Spirit opens up about therapy, authenticity, social media pressures, and the creative process that shaped one of his most honest releases to date.The episode also dives into

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00:31:12

Ampocalypse | Geoff Murphy of Call Me Amour on Slam...

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2026/05/22

In this episode of Ampocalypse, Damian FitzGerald is joined by Geoff Murphy of Call Me Amour for a conversation that dives deep into festival culture, mental health awareness within the alternative music scene, and what happens when a music festival becomes humanity’s last surviving society.Across the episode, Geoff reflects on Call Me Amour preparing to play both Slam Dunk Festival and 2000trees Festival, exploring the completely different atmospheres and communities that each festival creates for

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00:39:58

Ampocalypse | Jason Perry of A on Prang, Slam Dunk...

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2026/05/15

In this episode of Ampocalypse, Damian FitzGerald is joined by Jason Perry of A to discuss the band’s long-awaited return with their brand-new album Prang. More than 20 years after their last full-length release, Jason opens up about what reignited the creative spark behind A, how the band approached songwriting differently after such a long hiatus, and why honesty and spontaneity became such an important part of the recording process.The conversation also explores how the music industry has evolved

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00:21:44

Ampocalypse | Morgan Rose of Sevendust on One & the...

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2026/05/08

In this episode of Ampocalypse, Damian FitzGerald is joined by Morgan Rose of Sevendust to discuss the band’s powerful new album One, reflecting on more than 30 years together as one of modern metal’s most respected acts. Morgan opens up about the meaning behind the album title, the freedom Sevendust have found creatively after decades in the industry, and how the band’s chemistry has remained strong through the highs and lows of their career.The conversation also explores the creative process

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00:26:58

Ampocalypse | Vreid’s Jarle Kvåle on The Sky Turns...

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2026/05/01

In this episode of Ampocalypse, Damian FitzGerald is joined by Jarle Kvåle of Norwegian black metal band Vreid to dive deep into their powerful new album, The Sky Turns Black.Together, they explore the creative journey behind the record, how time away from writing helped shape a stronger artistic identity, and why isolation and nature play such a huge role in the band’s songwriting process. Jarle reflects on the ambition behind the album, building a record that feels like a complete journey rather

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00:27:05

Ampocalypse | John 5 on Ghost, Solo Touring and...

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2026/04/24

In this episode of Ampocalypse, Damian is joined by legendary guitarist John 5 to talk about his long-awaited solo UK and European tour, the critically acclaimed album Ghost, and what it means to finally step fully into the spotlight as a solo artist.Best known for his work with artists including Rob Zombie, Marilyn Manson, and now Mötley Crüe, John 5 reflects on the excitement of bringing his own music to intimate venues across the UK and Europe for the first proper full solo run. He shares why

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00:25:41

Ampocalypse | From Ashes To New’s Danny Case on...

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2026/04/17

In this episode of Ampocalypse, Damian FitzGerald is joined by Danny Case of From Ashes to New to dive into their latest album Reflections, out now. The conversation explores the creative process behind the record, from managing the pressure of following up Blackout to shaping a sound that balances heavy intensity with melodic depth. Danny shares insight into the themes driving the album, how the band approached songwriting, and what it means to evolve while staying true to their identity.The

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