Mark and Me Podcast

Episode 445: Download Special - LASTELLE, Autumn Fires, Hatebreed

Jun 24, 2025
Freddie Whatmore, a member of the rising post-hardcore band LASTELLE, and Jamie Jester from iconic metal band Hatebreed share their thrilling journey to performing at Download Festival. They reflect on early musical influences, the joy of live performances, and the impact of pop-punk icons like Paramore. The conversation dives into the emotional highs and lows of their music careers and celebrates the triumphs of emerging artists in the festival scene. With anecdotes of community support, they emphasize the joy that music brings to both artists and fans.
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ANECDOTE

Punk Roots Sparked A Career

  • Freddie Whatmore traces his musical spark to Rancid and early punk, which led him from learning Green Day songs to playing Download's Dog Tooth stage.
  • He describes live shows as overwhelming in a positive way, including losing a shoe in a pit and his sister getting sick from loud bass.
ADVICE

Keep Creating Regardless Of Scale

  • Treat music as a lifelong craft and push forward even if 'making it' is uncertain.
  • Keep creating and performing for any audience size because the outlet itself matters.
INSIGHT

Balance Milestones With Momentum

  • Lestelle view big festivals as milestones but stress balancing celebration with forward momentum.
  • Freddie says enjoying the moment matters, but bands must avoid complacency by always looking to the next project.
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