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Who Art Thou?

Who Art Thou? is an Irish based podcast hosted by Barra Carlin that explores the creative processes and life experiences of artists, musicians, writers, and other creatives. Each episode features a different guest, who shares their personal journey and insights into their craft. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 222: Curtisy & owin

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2026/04/09

Today on the podcast we have Dublin rapper, Curtisy and Producer, owin, to talk about their latest collaborative album, 'Get a Life!', which was released on March 20th.In a first for this podcast, music journalist Jack McBain, who has made several appearances on the show already, will be helming this episode as the new co-host going forward!Jack will be going through the entire tracklisting with the guys and talking to Curtisy and owin about the initial beginnings of how this project came about,

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1:03:27

Episode 221: Survivalist

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2026/04/02

Today I am going to be joined by Gav of the Groove-core Belfast band, Survivalist!I have quite a lotta ground to cover with Gav in this episode, we had plenty to talk about!Firstly, we'll of course be chatting about the band's brilliant brand new album, 'A Place For Those Who Suffer, Alone', which was released in January. We'll be chatting about how that album came together, going through the tracks, the recording process, the complexities that went into recording it and the features.Then we'll be

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1:01:56

Episode 220: Silk

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2026/03/31

Today on the podcast I am joined by Michael Smyth for his third appearance on this podcast and his second appearance with his new band, the Belfast shoegazers, Silk!Myself and Michael had quite a lot to cover in this particular episode.We'll first be talking about his previous band, Virgins, and why that band has disbanded, how they ended the band, their final show and how that process lead into the music he works on now with Silk!We'll then be covering Silk's upcoming release, a mini album titled

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1:08:32

Episode 219: LaVein

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2026/03/27

Today on the podcast I am joined by Conor and Kyle of the Metallic Hardcore band, LaVein!We will be chatting about the band's latest single, Puncture Wounds, which was released earlier this month and stands as the first bit of new music from the band in almost 3 years. I'll be going over with the band how the band's music has developed over that time period, the recording process of the single and what the single explores thematically.I had loved this band since the moment I saw them play Metal 2

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Episode 218: Gylt

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2026/03/22

Today I am delighted to be joined by Mark, Cormac and Iphigenia of the LA Hardcore band Gylt!The primary focus of this episode will be the band's latest release, 'In 1,000 Agonies, I exist', an incredible, chaotic, pummeling EP that has be stuck in my head from the very moment I first listened to it.We'll also be chatting about the how the band began, settling what the band's name actually means, Hardcore in the world now and the Gwar documentary. We'll be go over the record process for the EP, the

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Episode 217: Drag Wounds Promotions

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2026/03/18

Today's guest on the podcast is Carlin Brown of the independent music promotion company, Drag Wounds.In this episode, I'll be chatting to Carlin about music promotion, covering what people may not know or even think about when it comes to promoting gigs, the complexities of running shows, how to promote a show in the first place and all the trail and tribulations that come with the job in this current music scene.Music promotion is a particularly new area for myself so I found this episode not only

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1:08:06

Monthly Round up - February 2026 w/ Jack McBain

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2026/03/15

On today's episode myself and music journalist Jack McBain will be covering our favorite releases of February 2026, all the gigs we went to (which includes Deftones and Borderline festival) and we will also be giving our opinions on the 'The Moment', the mockumentary starring Charli XCX which critiques not only the music industry, but the cultural movement that was 'BRAT Summer'.Uncultivates live at Lost LaneInhuman Nature live at Lost LaneThe Gathering - A night in aid of Enable IrelandSpaced W/

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Episode 216: Bad Mothers Union

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2026/03/13

Today on the podcast I am joined by Conor and Shay of the brilliant pysch-Rock band, Bad Mothers Union!The band will be releasing their debut album 'Sore Losers' on the 19th of March, which will serve as primary focus of this end!"Recorded in a house at the airport and various crash pads around", the album brings the listener an enticing journey of Lynchian inspired Pyschadelia rhythms, constantly mixing things up throughout the album's runtime.I'll be chatting with the guys about how this band was

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Episode 215: Bodydrinkers

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2026/03/09

Today on the podcast I am joined by Ollie of the incredible Cork based Death Metal band, Bodydrinkers!I'll be chatting with Ollie about the band's early years and their formation, how their sound has evolved since the band's inception, with the primary focus being the band's 2025 album release, the pummelling 'Birthed of Filth'.We'll also be getting some insight into the early stages of the band's next release!Bodydrinkers will be supporting Inhuman Nature on their Cork leg of the tour alongside 12

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Episode 214: Pretty Mouth

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2026/03/04

Today I am joined on the podcast by AC, making their third appearance on the show, and Kyle of the Toronto based band Pretty Mouth!Newly reformed and playing blisteringly, erratic heavy music, I will be chatting to the band about primarily in this episode about their EP 'Dead Ends', which was released in March of last year and served as the band's first release in 10 years, covering why the band decided to start making music again and what it was like playing music in this band again.We'll also be

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Episode 213: Delivery Service

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2026/03/03

Today on the podcast I am joined by Ashley and Becca of Delivery Service, ahead of their sold out Jameson Music show this Thursday in Whelans alongside Brooki and The Scratch!I'll be chatting with them about how the band has changed since the launch of their debut single 'Ghost', released last year, their love of 90s music, their next single 'Truancy' which is to be released on Friday the 13th and of course, the incredible show they going to be playing this Thursday.This is part of a series of gigs

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Episode 212: Partholón

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2026/02/26

Today's guest on the podcast is Daniel Howard of the Progressive Post-Sludge Metal band Partholón!We'll be covering quite a few topics in this particular episode, starting with the band's inclusion on the 'Seven Wars Old' compilation, which is a collection of heavy music that raises funds for the Palestine Children's Relief Fund.We'll then be talking about the band's brilliant 2024 album, 'The Ocean Pours In' and the award winning documentary about the album, made by Richie of the Metal Cell

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1:05:31

Episode 211: Cashell

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2026/02/24

Today I am delighted to announce that Ryan Cashell makes his return to the podcast!You may know Ryan from his work as the frontman for the phenomenal band, Brass Phantoms, but he is on today's episode to talk about his newest musical venture, a solo project by the name of Cashell!Inspired by zine culture, Cashell has taken a DIY approach to his writing - recording and mixing all of his music.He has released two singles to date, 'Said and Done' and most recently, 'These Things Take Time', which will

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1:19:04

Episode 210: T R Y S T E

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2026/02/20

Today I am joined by Gabriel Gaba of the Blackgaze band, T R Y S T E (To Rise You Seek The End).Having released their self-titled EP in November 2025 and it being one of my favourite releases of the year, I'll talking with Gabriel about how this band was formed with his bandmate John, the recording process for the EP and intricacies of creating music this devastatingly heavy yet beautiful all at the same time.As massive fan of this style of music, this is band that is doing everything right with

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Monthly Round Up! - January 2026 w/ Jack McBain

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2026/02/17

It's the monthly round up episode where myself and Music Journalist, Jack McBain, will be covering our favourite releases over January 2026 and music related news, which includes Kanye West's apology, Geece's 'worst performance ever' on Saturday Night Live and of course - the biggest night in mainstream music, The Grammys. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:03:16

Best Gigs of 2025 w/ Gavin Purcell (Bicurious and The...

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2026/02/16

Today myself and Gavin Purcell of Bicurious and The Neck will be going through our favourite shows of 2025!We'll each be looking back on 2025 and going through our favourite shows, from local performances to stadium and arena shows.Bicurious websitePartholon and The Grey live at Sin EUncultivates live at Lost LaneInhuman Nature live at Lost Lane Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Best Metal Albums of 2025 w/ Conor Molloy, Dexter...

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2026/02/12

Good to be back!The episode today, I'll be discussing my favourite Metal releases of 2025!I will be joined by Conor Molloy of LaVein, Dexter Hodkinson of Their Last Stop and Symone Bowes of SYGH and will be going through a wild variety of incredible heavy albums released over the course of 2025, including acts like SCALP, Deafheaven, Conjurer and Ghost Bath!Partholon and The Grey live at Sin EUncultivates live at Lost LaneInhuman Nature live at Lost LaneSymone's fundraiser for Women's AidBest Metal

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2:22:07

Best Albums of 2025 w/ Zac Stephenson & Jack McBain

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2026/01/06

A special episode today, this is the first in the podcast's end of year series!Myself, Zac Stephenson from SPRINTS and Jack McBain from the Goo will be going through the music released over 2025, covering our favourite Irish releases and our top albums from 2025! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 209: Fierce Shook

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2025/12/31

The last episode of the year!Today I am joined by all 3 members of Fierce Shook, Rob, Austin and Owen, for their return on the podcast!We are going to be chatting about their latest mini-album, 'Sons of Dis', which was released in August of this year!We'll be breaking down the EP track by track, covering the ideas and themes of the EP, the recording and the artwork.I loved this mini-album, it was one of my favorite Irish releases of the year so it was such a pleasure to have the band on!Fierce Shook

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Episode 208: Runner

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2025/12/18

Today on the podcast I have Ryan and Jonny of the Runner!Hailing from the vibrant streets of Dublin, Runner is a dynamic four-piece that blends nostalgia rock with the raw edge of indie grunge. Drawing inspiration from the iconic sounds of the ’70s—think the intricate compositions of Rush and the atmospheric depth of Pink Floyd—alongside the gritty authenticity of ’90s grunge legends like Nirvana and Radiohead, their music evokes a sense of both longing and rebellion.I'll be chatting with the lads

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