Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean Smith EP. 343 - Download Festival 2025 (McFly, Bullet For My Valentine, Paddy Considine, Shinedown, Kids In Glass Houses, Hatebreed, Cradle Of Filth, Elliot Minor, AWOLNATION, Holy Wars)
Jun 20, 2025
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Kat Leon
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Alex Davies
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Jamie Jasta
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Dani Filth
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Aaron Bruno
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Eric Bass
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Matt Tuck
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Harry Judd
Harry Judd, the talented drummer of McFly, discusses how the band earned acceptance in the music scene. Matt Tuck, frontman of Bullet For My Valentine, reflects on farewell moments with 'The Poison.' Shinedown's Eric Bass shares insights on his new solo project. Viral sensation Aaron Bruno of AWOLNATION reminisces about his career journey. Dani Filth of Cradle of Filth talks about his engagement, while Hatebreed's Jamie Jasta explores the evolution of festivals. Alex Davies of Elliot Minor celebrates their return to Download after 17 years, and Kat Leon of Holy Wars shares her experiences.
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Harry Judd's Musical Family
- Harry Judd described his son learning guitar and drums influenced by McFly's music.
- His son shifted focus to drums after mastering guitar riffs from their songs.
Download Builds Inclusive Music Tribe
- Aaron Bruno described Download Festival as a welcoming tribe for alternative music fans.
- The event creates a community where outcasts find acceptance and connection.
Solo Projects Foster Creative Freedom
- Eric Bass values solo projects to explore creative freedom unlike band constraints.
- Such projects push boundaries and maintain artistic growth without ego clashes.