Riot Fest and Early Festival Breakthroughs

Episode 003 // Luke Bentham

The Dirty Nil frontman Luke Bentham on DIY grit, Juno wins, opening for The Who, and why craft always beats clout.👀 What you'll hear:

• The Nirvana moment that lit the fuse—and annoyed his parents
• 15 years with publicist Adam Bentley: loyalty over label-hopping
• Spotting “serfdom” contracts thanks to lawyer parents
• Juno win chaos: Kiefer Sutherland, the PM, and Mum hiding the trophy
• Turning 27 on stage with The Who—Pete Townshend handshake included
• Road-ready fitness rules: push-ups, water, and “don’t eat all the beers”