Can Artists Go Independent Successfully?

Andrew asks about going solo; Josh describes his own independent approach and how platforms let artists build careers without big teams.

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Andrew Gold sits down with Josh Friend, frontman of Modestep, to discuss his disturbing experiences touring with Ian Watkins of Lostprophets — the disgraced rock star who was recently killed in prison.

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Josh opens up about the bizarre atmosphere on tour, the red flags he noticed long before the truth came out, and the dark side of fame that allows predators to thrive in the music industry. From manipulative stans and industry cover-ups to cancel culture to revealing conversation explores how power, money, and image can warp entire industries.

Andrew and Josh also discuss the collapse of Lostprophets’ label, whether the band knew anything, and why so many musicians today have become afraid to speak their minds. Josh shares his thoughts on Bob Vylan, Diddy, Jimmy Savile, and other notorious figures, plus his hopes for the future of music — and the heretics who still dare to rebel.

Watch now for a candid look behind the curtain of fame, friendship, and moral failure in the modern music scene.

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Chapters:

0:00 Josh Friend Highlights

0:40 Josh Friend Intro

2:25 Who is Ian Watkins & The Lostprophets