Interviews

Hugh Cornwell on 50 Years of The Stranglers, ‘Peaches’, and New Album ‘Succubus’

6/8/2026

With a career that has spanned five decades, Hugh Cornwell remains one of the defining voices and songwriters to emerge from the punk era. As the 50th anniversary of The Stranglers’ debut album ‘Rattus Norvegicus’ approaches, Cornwell is looking back as much as he is looking forward, with plans to celebrate the milestone live while continuing to explore new territory in his solo career. Next year, as he exclusively reveals will also see the release of his latest solo album, ‘Succubus’ — a title he reveals here exclusively for the first time. We caught up with Hugh at Forest Fest to talk about the enduring legacy of the Stranglers, the genius of Dave Greenfield, the forthcoming ‘Nosferatu’ live film, and what it means to revisit fifty years of The Stranglers. Coming out of the winderness; Eamon O’Neill.

Fear and Bravery Are Exactly the Same Feeling: Ginger Talks The Wildhearts Next Chapter

3/8/2026

At Maid of Stone Festival, Ginger Wildheart is riding a wave of momentum. Just weeks after speaking to eonmusic at Download Festival, the Wildhearts frontman is buoyed by a run of triumphant live shows and the growing positivity surrounding the band. As he looks ahead to the long-awaited release of 'Northern Spirit', Ginger exclusively reveals several of the album's song titles, reflects on the philosophy and pride that inspired the record, and, in a surprise twist, confirms he has already written the next Wildhearts album.. Speaking with honesty, humour and optimism, he discusses defying expectations, the power of community, and why, for him, fear and bravery are often one and the same. Satanic rites; Eamon O'Neill

Photo: Louise Philips

40 Years of The Wonder Stuff: Miles Hunt on Legacy, Loss and Looking Forward

30/7/2026

Backstage at Forest Fest, Miles Hunt is exactly as you'd expect: warm, witty and refreshingly unfiltered. As The Wonder Stuff celebrate four decades together, the frontman reflects on the band's remarkable longevity, the members they've lost along the way and the unique bond shared by the line-up that carries their legacy forward. From the heady success of 'Never Loved Elvis' and an unlikely Number One with Vic Reeves to reunion triumphs, hometown murals and plans for the band's next album, Hunt looks back with honesty, humour and little interest in sugar-coating the past. Two legged groove machine; Eamon O'Neill.

Photo: Steve O'Connor

A Brotherhood Reborn! Razorlight on Rebuilding Bridges and the Untold Story of 'America'

27/7/2026

Tucked away in a Covent Garden hotel room, Johnny Borrell and Andy Burrows are radiating an infectious, crackling energy. Tonight, they will head up the road to Stereo for a surprise intimate show, a stripped-back acoustic set where they'll finally share the true stories behind their greatest hits. It’s a landmark evening serving a dual purpose: celebrating the release of 'Lost In America,' the newly unearthed original demo of their Number One smash, and officially firing the starting gun on the 20th-anniversary celebrations for their pivotal self-titled second album, 'Razorlight'. Louise Phillips Caught up with the pair to discuss this milestone.

Photo: PhotographicGenius.com

Brian Tatler Discusses Saxon, 'Gods of Thunder' and Diamond Head's Future

21/7/2026

Diamond Head founder Brian Tatler has long been regarded as one of British heavy metal's finest guitarists. A key architect of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal, his influence continues to resonate through generations of bands, not least Metallica, who famously championed Diamond Head's music. Now, having joined Saxon as new guitarist following the retirement of Paul Quinn, Tatler finds himself writing a new chapter in an already remarkable career. With a new Saxon album on the horizon and Diamond Head entering a period of hiatus, we caught up with Brian to discuss joining one of heavy metal's biggest names, contributing to new material, and what the future holds for both bands. Heavy metal thunder; Eamon O'Neill.

Brian Tatler with Saxon at Maid of Stone 2026. Photo: Louise Phillips.

"If There's Not a Smile on Our Faces, It's Not Right": Woody Weatherman on the New Era of Corrosion of Conformity

17/7/2026

Returning with the sprawling double album 'Good God, Baad Man', Corrosion Of Conformity are once again proving why they've remained one of heavy music's most enduring bands. Back at Donington Park for another appearance at Download Festival, we caught up with guitarist Woody Weatherman to discuss the band's latest record, navigating major line-up changes, fond memories of first playing the legendary site with Metallica in 1995, and a relentless touring schedule that shows no signs of slowing down. Baad Man; Eamon O'Neill.

Photo: Danin Drahos

Ginger Wildheart Discusses Terminal Cancer, New Music and Why He's Embracing Every Moment

1/7/2026

Backstage at Download Festival, Ginger Wildheart is in remarkably high spirits. Just months after revealing that he has been diagnosed with terminal cancer, the Wildhearts frontman is not dwelling on mortality but embracing life with an infectious optimism that is as disarming as it is inspiring. Joined by his beloved dog Maggie, Ginger reflects on the overwhelming support he has received, the perspective his diagnosis has given him, and why he genuinely believes he has never been happier. With new Wildhearts album 'Northern Spirit' on the horizon and a career-spanning birthday celebration ahead, he talks candidly about resilience, proving doubters wrong and his determination to keep creating music on his own terms. Fishing for luckies; Eamon O'Neill

Photo; Enda Madden

Ash Look Back on Their Roots, Growth & the Explosion of '1977'

1/7/2026

Few debut albums capture a moment quite like '1977'. Three decades after its release, Ash are still celebrating the record that transformed three Northern Irish teenagers into one of the UK's most enduring rock bands. As the anniversary tour gathers pace, we caught up with bassist Mark Hamilton at Download Festival to reflect on the album's lasting legacy, the thrill of early support from heroes like Therapy?, unexpected Star Wars connections, the highs and lows that followed, and how '1977' continues to resonate with audiences old and new. A life less ordinary; Eamon O'Neill.

Photo; Louise Phillips

The Biggest Band That Never Made It; Ray Haller on Sweet Savage, Metallica, and a Second Life in Heavy Metal

16/6/2026

Sweet Savage founder Ray Haller is fresh from the stage at Download Festival when he sits down to reflect on the band's remarkable journey. From rehearsing in a Belfast garden shed during the Troubles to earning the admiration of Metallica and sharing stages with some of rock's biggest names, Haller looks back on the twists and turns that shaped Sweet Savage's legacy. He discusses the band's early days alongside Vivian Campbell, the impact of Metallica's cover of 'Killing Time', and in an exclusive, reveals that Campbell is returning to work with the band for the first time in more than four decades. Eye of the storm; Eamon O'Neill.

Photo; Mark Hylands

The Last Great Quireboys Reunion: Spike, Chris & the Late Guy Bailey Get Thirsty

29/5/2026

The Quireboys burned brightly in the late '80s and early '90s, before disappearing in a haze of smoke and whisky. Although since returned in various incarnations, the original line-up remains the most cherished, not just to the fans, but to frontman Spike and piano player Chris Johnstone. "We had the best time when me, Chris, Nigel, and Guy was together. The last time the four of us were together, it was just hysterical!", says Spike as we sit down for a chat. Reunited under the banner of Thirsty Quireboys, Spike and Chris have reworked Guy Bailey's Thirsty catalogue into something truly special in memory of the guitarist who passed away in 2023. We caught up with the pair to discuss the project, and the past. A bit of what you fancy; Eamon O'Neill

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